OPPONENTS GUIDE #24:QPR(A)

The new year kicks off for Rovers travelling down to London to promotion-chasing side QPR.The Hoops will no doubt want revenge after the earlier 2-1 defeat at the Keepmoat in a game which saw Paul Quinn head home a late winner.

Harry Redknapp has a very basic Premier League squad to use for the season.They contain the likes of ex-England goalkeeper Rob Green,badboy Joey Barton,striker Bobby Zamora and former Everton player Andy Johnson operating in the strikeforce.

WHAT'S THE STADIUM LIKE?

Loftus Road has roughly stands all of the same length and height.It holds 18,000 as of 2012.Away fans sit in the School End of the stadium,which has two tiers.3,000 supporters can fit inside the away end equipped with an electronic scoreboard and a replay screen above the stand.Loftus Road has also been used for rugby games.

WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK

The only pub near the ground serving away fans is Sheperds Bush Green Market Underground Station on the Hammersmith and City line.Turn left when exiting the station and it's a short walk away.There are also kebab shops next to the pub and a Chinese takeaway.

Tip:Avoid the Springbok.It is for home fans only and bouncers at the door will check tickets.

TRAIN

The closest Underground station to Loftus Road is White City on the Central line.It is five minutes from the stadium.Alternatively,Sheperds Bush is close and is preferred to White City because of the range of food outlets.

POSTCODE FOR SATNAV

W12 7PA