Witton look to progress to the next stage of the Emirates FA Challenge Cup on Saturday afternoon when they welcome Northern League First Division Shildon AFC in the First Qualifying Round.
The draw has been kind to Ben Harrison and the team so far as they get to play at home for the third successive game in the competition.
Shildon progressed to this stage following a replay against fellow Northern Leaguers Birtley Town which they won 5-2 after a 2-2 draw.
They currently sit fourth in the Northern League First Division table following their latest league victory at Northallerton Town on Tuesday night.
The Railwaymen as they are known, are still to play a league game at home having won three and drawn the other two of their games so far all away.
The two clubs have never met before but teams from the North East are renowned for being tough opponents and Shildon will prove no different.
Witton’s last two league games saw them pick up four points from two very tough fixtures so they will go into the game in confident mood without underestimating the opposition.
Last season saw Witton progress to the third qualifying round before they came up against a very strong Macclesfield team so they will be looking to continue in this season’s competition at least a bit further.
The financial incentives are also very important to the clubs at the lower end of the pyramid, but the main thing is to hopefully get through one game at a time.
Kick off at the U Lock It Stadium is 3pm.
WITTON ALBION FC,
THE U LOCK IT STADIUM,
CHAPEL STREET,
WINCHAM,
NORTHWICH,
CW9 6DA.
Parking: The Car Park is past the Social Club on the right. Please note: Parking for Disabled is near to the turnstiles at the Wincham End of the stadium - the first entrance as you approach the stadium from the access road.
Admission is by way of Card or cash payments at the turnstiles at the Wincham End of the stadium on matchday. Turnstiles are open from 1pm.
Admission Prices: Adults: £12, Concessions(Over65’s/Disabled): £7, Young Adults: (18-21 Year Old’s): £5, Under 18’s: £3, Under 5’s - Admitted FREE. Please note: Season Tickets & Memberships are NOT valid for cup fixtures.
Stadium Access: Before the game, the stadium is only accessible by way of the turnstiles. Wheelchair users access is via the gate near to the turnstiles at the Wincham End of the stadium.
Disabled Facilities: There are two sections - one at each end of the main stand for Wheelchair users.
Please note: The Social Club is not open to supporters for the game due to a private function.
The FanZone will be open for the first time between 1pm - 6pm as a trial. The Bar will be open within the FanZone and alcohol is permitted in the stadium but MUST be in a plastic beaker.
Matchday Programme: Please note: Matchday Programmes are now being produced in digital format. QR Codes will be placed around the stadium on matchday for supporters to access it. A link will also be posted on Social Media ahead of each game.
There is also a bar inside the stadium near the Club Shop(Museum): Selling Alcohol, Soft drinks & Snacks. Please note: Alcohol MUST be in a plastic beaker.
Refreshments: The Tea Bar (Queenies) will also be open inside the stadium at the Lostock End of the stadium.
The Snack Bar will also be open at the Wincham End of the stadium and Juniors are welcome to use either Tea Bar within the stadium if preferred.
Please note: Hot & cold drinks and snacks are available at the Snack Bar at the Wincham End of the stadium. Hot food is only available inside the stadium from the Tea Bar (Queenies) at the Lostock End of the stadium past the main stand.
Toilet Facilities: There are toilet facilities in all four corners of the stadium, as well as inside the main entrance to the Social Club which also has a wheelchair accessible facility.
Hand Sanitizers are positioned near to every entrance point around the Stadium & Supporters are welcome to use them.
Additional Information: Should the game be drawn, the replay will take place at Shildon on TUESDAY, 2nd SEPTEMBER - kick off to be confirmed.
We would like to thank our matchball sponsor Robert Flavell for his support and hope he has an enjoyable afternoon with us.
