A look to the FA Cup clash with AFC Fylde at Aggborough…
By Matty Paddock - 14/10/2022
Posted 4 years ago
RUSS Penn wants Harriers to deliver a performance to right the wrongs of last weekend when they venture back into the FA Cup against AFC Fylde on Saturday.
The Coasters visit Hoo Road as the two sides battle it out for a place in the First Round proper of the Emirates FA Cup where EFL sides await.
For Harriers it is the first opportunity to play since a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Farsley Celtic last time out.
Speaking ahead of the weekend, boss Penn acknowledged that while the result and loss of a possible three points was a big blow, it was the overall showing on the day that hurt most.
“The manner of the performance has upset a lot of people this week, me more than anybody else,” he explained.
“I expect a reaction on Saturday and nothing less – performances first and foremost.
“If we put a good performance in on Saturday, it still might not be enough, that’s the way the cookie crumbles.
“But you’ve got to put in a performance first and foremost and do the basics right, and that’s where we were so far behind last Saturday.
“It was a clear wake-up call to everybody.”
It is just a few weeks since Fylde, pushing hard at the top of the table and in good form, came to Aggborough in the league.
Since then, Andy Taylor has replaced James Rowe in the dugout following the resignation of the latter.
“A lot has changed in that time for both clubs,” said Penn of the time between the two fixtures.
“We have lost a number of players through injury, and they’ve got a new manager in charge for the interim.
“We know Tayls well there and we wish him well, but not for Saturday!
“We’ve had two tough tests already [in the Cup] but this will be the biggest test… it means the most to both clubs.
“The First Round proper is always the first goal and we’re both one game away from that.”
Harriers will assess Ethan Freemantle after he was pulled from the starting line-up against Farsley with injury.
Nat Knight-Percival, Joe Foulkes and Jack Tolley all remain out with ankle injuries.
Kick-off at Aggborough on Saturday is at 3:00pm.
Should the match finish level, a replay will be held at Fylde on Tuesday night.
MATCH TICKETS
The club has reduced admission all around the ground for Saturday’s Cup fixture, including Kids for a Quid.
Home and away fans are reminded that the quickest and easiest way to purchase match tickets is to do so online via our ticketing platform.
This is an all pay match – Season Ticket holders cannot use their season cards for entry and will need to purchase match ticket.
Can’t purchase online? You can call our Ticket Office during office hours on 01562 823 931 who will assist.
Fans wishing to make a purchase in person can do so up to 15 minutes after kick-off on Saturday by visiting the Aggborough Ticket Office. Admission prices rise by £3 for tickets bought in this way, (excluding Juniors) so please make purchases online where you can, which you can also do at any time until just after kick off.
MATCH DAY PROGRAMMES
Issue 9 of The Harrier for 2022-23 features extensive, original content which you won’t have seen in our league issue against The Coasters a few weeks back.
Get more details on what’s inside your programme for the weekend.
There’s also action and reaction from Tuesday’s draw with AFC Fylde plus plenty more – you can order your copy now by purchasing online for FREE delivery in the UK.
In addition, you can buy a copy at the Club Shop on Saturday, from sellers in the ground and at food kiosks.
AGGBOROUGH IS CASHLESS
All food outlets at Aggborough, as well as all sales points including the Ticket Office and match programmes and Harriers Arms, are cashless for 2022-23.
Much of the stadium was already cashless during last season and we look forward to expanding this further to help improve the overall enjoyment and efficiency of fans’ experience at Aggborough.
SUPPORTER NOTICE
We’d like to remind supporters that Aggborough Stadium that is a no smoking venue. Smoking inside the ground – including the use of vapes and e-cigarettes – is prohibited.
Following a significant recent increase in littering at Aggborough, we’d also like to politely ask that supporters use the bins around the stadium to dispose of their rubbish. This helps keep the venue clean and tidy for all to enjoy.
SAFETY AT AGGBOROUGH
Harriers supports the campaign by The FA, the National League and others to clampdown on antisocial behaviour at football matches.
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