A look to Saturday’s meeting with Alfreton…
By Matty Paddock - 20/09/2024
Posted 1 year ago
HARRIERS host Alfreton Town in National League North at Aggborough on Saturday.
Both sides come into the clash on the back of an FA Cup success, Harriers defeating Leek with some added time drama, and Alfreton getting past Spalding after a replay and penalties.
While Harriers look to maintain a solid home start to the campaign, Alfreton come to DY10 with a sizable unbeaten record to protect.
Including the two cup outings, a positive result on Saturday would mark a tenth game without defeat for Billy Heath’s charges, whose only set-back all season came at Southport on the opening day.
As a result, they’re handily placed in the league table and are expected to be in and around the play-offs this term.
Phil Brown knows to expect a tough day at the office against an Alfreton side who robust and packed with experience and quality.
He said: “Saturday is going to be all about how do we prepare properly for Alfreton in town who are going to be stubborn, and come with a game plan that’s going to try and upset people.
“It’s going to try and quieten the crowd, these are all key factors, and if we can get over those key factors in an advantageous way, then we’ve got a good chance of winning the game.”
Brown was asked about the defending Harriers may be asked to do to withstand what may be a direct approach from the visitors, but the Aggborough chief had no issues at all with that or any other style.
“I don’t mind that,” he added. “I don’t mind any Coach that wants to come here and throw a ball into our box, you’ve got to have centre halves to deal with that and a goalkeeper that’s active, or proactive when the ball comes into his penalty box.
“It was interesting watching Man City against Milan [on Wednesday]; the first 20 minutes was counter-attacking football, Man City were on the front foot and Milan came to get a point.
“They then realised they had an opportunity at counter attacking football. Then, the ball goes out for a throw in in the final 15, 20 yards and Milan set up for a long throw in. I’m thinking ‘what’s wrong with that?’ There’s nothing wrong with it.”
Harriers will go into the game with two new signings at their disposal.
Striker Harry Ibbitson joined from Bradford City earlier this week, while defender Kam Kandola has joined having departed Wolves.
They’ll be a boost to ranks who are still missing Paul Downing (calf), and Ben Beresford (hamstring), who are all still weeks away.
George Cooper (pectoral) will realistically not feature for the Reds again, his unfortunate and serious injury requiring surgery that will keep him out beyond the end of his loan from Mansfield Town – all at the club obviously wish George all the best in his recovery.
Ashley Hemmings will be back in the fold after suspension, however, while Brown hopes Alex Penny may be available for the tie.
Kick off at Aggborough on Saturday is at 3:00pm.
MATCH TICKETS
Ticket for the game are on sale right now for home and away fans online.
Online purchase is still by far the quickest and easiest way to get your ticket to the game, and you can do this via our online platform at any point up to 15 minutes after kick off.
Can’t purchase online? You can call our Ticket Office on 01562 823 931 who will assist.
Home fans: Prices rise by £5 for any ticket purchased in person at the box office on the day of the match. To avoid this, buy online up to 15 minutes after kick off.
Away fans: Tickets must purchased in advance or online, no tickets will be sold to away supporters in person at the ground on the day of the match. Contact us on the details above if you need any assistance.
AGGBOROUGH IS CASHLESS
Please remember, Aggborough Stadium and all of its outlets are cashless – we cannot accept cash as payment under any circumstances.
LIMITED CAR PARKING
Car Parking spaces at Aggborough are, as ever, extremely limited. Please, where you can, travel to the game without needing to park to avoid disappointment or disruption.
Please also park with consideration of our local residents.
YOUR MATCH DAY PROGRAMME
Don’t miss your programme this weekend for new instalments of My Journey with a Harriers player and the Half Time teasers that keep your brain ticking over during the half-time interval! That’s in addition to the usual news, views and updates from all sectors of the club.
Pick one up form sellers around the ground or in the Club Shop. If you want to guarantee your copy or can’t make the match itself, you can still order a copy online. There’s FREE UK mainland delivery and the issue will drop on your doorstep in the day or two following the match.
NO SMOKING
Aggborough Stadium is a strictly no smoking venue – this means smoking, including the use of vapes and e-cigarettes, is prohibited anywhere within the stadium.
SUPPORTER CONDUCT
Harriers again strongly supports The National League and Football Association in delivering their antisocial conduct message.
Please review the following information before visiting Aggborough, and rememeber that your entry into Aggborough Stadium is subject to the acceptance of the National League’s Ground regulations and adherence to the Smoke No Joke policy. Both documents are clearly visible and available on entry turnstiles but are also available for download below.
Specifically, we would like to remind supporters that the club will not tolerate supporter misconduct of any kind. This includes but is not limited to:
- Discriminatory behaviour. This means conduct or language that is aggravated by ethnic origin, colour, race, nationality, faith, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation or disability.
- Entering the field of play or its immediate surrounding area without permission
- The throwing of missiles towards the pitch, technical area or dugout
- The possession or use of pyrotechnics such as flares or smoke bombs
Please support Kidderminster Harriers responsibility. Should you be concerned by any of the above conduct you may witness, please report it to your nearest steward, to the Club Office or Safety Officer or by e-mail to security@harriers.co.uk
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