Witton kick off their campaign on Saturday as they did twelve months ago with an FA Cup tie against North West Counties opposition.
A year ago they faced Cheadle Town and came through that quite comfortably, winning 4-1 at the U Lock It Stadium.
A trip to Chadderton confronts Ben Harrison and his team this time around, the first-ever meeting between the two teams.
Pre season has gone well for the Albion, the management team appear happy with the squad they have assembled, retaining the majority of last season’s squad has certainly helped and there have been a number of new additions.
Chadderton have already begun their season with two league games under their belts and four points on the board.
A point at Charnock Richard last weekend followed by their first win of the season in midweek, beating Abbey Hey 6-2 so it will be a test for Witton.
It was thought that by finishing eighth in the league last season, we wouldn’t have to enter the competition at this early stage but we are where we are and will look to progress into the next round in two weeks time.
A home game against either Stockport Georgians or Nelson awaits the winners.
Chadderton midfielder Ben Lowe is the connection between the two clubs, he was on target for Cheadle Town in last year’s cup tie at the U Lock It Stadium and later joined Witton and is likely to feature in the game either from the start or off the bench.
Kick off at the Emplas Commercial North Stadium is 3pm.
CHADDERTON FC,
EMPLAS COMMERCIAL NORTH STADIUM,
ANDREW STREET,
CHADDERTON,
OLDHAM,
GREATER MANCHESTER,
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Directions from M62 to junction 20: Follow A627 (M) towards Manchester. Motorways becomes a dual carriageway, turn left at first major traffic lights (A699) Middleton Road, then second left into Burnley Street, towards Asda Chadderton then second left past Sports Centre into Andrew Street. Chadderton FC ground on right at the end of Andrew St.
Parking: There are spaces for 80 cars in the Car Park at the stadium. Please note: There is a ÂŁ2 charge for parking.
Admission is by way of Card and cash payments at the turnstiles.
Admission Prices: Adults: £8, Concessions: £5, Juniors(5-17 Year Olds): £2, Under 5’s: Admitted FREE.
Matchday Programme: Available in digital format and can be downloaded online.
Social Club: The Social Club is inside the stadium - the Bar is on the first floor and is open from 12.30pm. Card payments are accepted at the Bar.
Please note: Alcohol is permitted inside the stadium but MUST be in a plastic beaker.
Alcohol is NOT permitted to be taken inside the stadium from outside.
Refreshments: Marlowe’s Catering Tea Bar is located inside the stadium next to the Social Club - selling a variety of hot and cold food and drinks. Please note: Card and cash payments are accepted at the Tea Bar.
Disabled Facilities: There is a viewing area within the stadium which has designated spaces for supporters with a disability and also for wheelchair users.
Toilet Facilities: There are toilet facilities within the stadium including wheelchair accessible toilet facilities.
Additional Information: Should the game be drawn, the replay is scheduled to take place at the U Lock It Stadium on TUESDAY, 11th AUGUST with a 7.45pm kick off. If there is a positive result, then Witton will be at home to Stalybridge Celtic in our opening Northern Premier League West Division fixture also with a 7.45pm kick off.