The magic of the FA Cup is back!

November 8, 2008

The FA Cup returns to the forefront of the footballing radar this weekend when the competition steps up a gear and the First Round matches are played.

This is renowned for non league teams looking to pit their wits against the lower Football League clubs in the hope that they can create a small piece of history for themselves and maybe a decent pay cheque for good measure.

None of the League clubs will be wanting to fall at the first hurdle of course, as they set their sights on progressing to the coveted Third Round and the potential for a glamour tie against one of the countries elite.

Amongst the potential shock ties this weekend are last years cup heroes Havant and Waterlooville who face League Two side Brentford. Havant secured their place within the hearts of the nation last season when they gallantly bowed out against Liverpool after taking the lead at Anfield. Without doubt this is one of the ties of the round, and the eyes of the country will be on Havant yet again as the match will be screened live on ITV.

Other League clubs who are facing a potential banana skin are League Two leaders Darlington who entertain Droylsden, Lincoln who travel to Kettering and Macclesfield who travel to Ryman League side Harlow.

Written by Ben · Filed Under FA Cup, League One, League Two, Non League