Cambridge United manager Neil Harris is brimming with confidence as his squad enters the final stretch of the League Two season, declaring his team is in a "wonderful position" to secure automatic promotion. With just three matches remaining, the U's hold third place, a spot they solidified with a commanding 4-0 victory over Notts County and a hard-fought 0-0 draw against league leaders Bromley.

Harris emphasized the significance of their current standing, calling it a "huge opportunity" earned through a grueling schedule. "With 10 games to go, we were playing seven of the top eight," he noted, highlighting the resilience his team has shown. The path forward remains challenging, with upcoming home fixtures against playoff-chasing Grimsby Town and relegation-battling Barrow, followed by a final-day trip to Crewe Alexandra.

The foundation of Cambridge's success has been a rock-solid defense, the best in the division by a significant margin, having conceded only 31 goals. This resilience was on full display at Bromley, where emergency loan goalkeeper Jack Walton, making his first senior appearance since January, delivered a standout performance under the Sky Sports cameras. Harris was full of praise for the Preston keeper's character and composure in a high-pressure fixture.

While the mood is optimistic, a potential concern emerged with an injury to Northern Ireland striker Shayne Lavery. Despite this, Harris's focus is on the immediate future. "We'll sit back now and see what the next 48 hours brings," he said, looking ahead to a crucial week where his team controls its own destiny in the race for a return to League One.