Match Preview

Witton turn their attention to cup football on Saturday afternoon, when they welcome Winsford United in the Semi Finals of the Mid Cheshire District FA Senior Cup.

The date was originally an open date due to Albion not having a league fixture scheduled and with Winsford overcoming Barnton at Townfield Lane in midweek, it gave the perfect opportunity to get the game in.

The two clubs last meeting in the competition was back in November 2022 at Barton Stadium where the Blues came out on top with a 3-0 win.

Following their acceptance of demotion to the North West Counties League South, Winsford have found life difficult and currently find themselves in the bottom three in the table so the game will give them the opportunity to put league form aside briefly.

Witton will be hoping to continue their recent improvement but at the same time knowing that their ambitions lie elsewhere, particularly in the league.

At the end of the day, there is silverware on offer and a possible meeting with holders Northwich Victoria in the final so Jon Macken’s team will certainly give the competition the respect it deserves.

There could well be familiy rivalry in the game with the Duckworths playing a significant role in the occasion, Lee managing the Blues and brother Joe possibly leading the Albion attack.

There is also Witton Academy striker Luke who features on a regular basis for Winsford so what an occasion for him.

The game will be completed on the day with penalties deciding the outcome if scores are level at the end of normal 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.

Admission Prices: Adults: £5, Concessions(Over 65’s/Disabled): £3, Young Adults:(18-21 Year Olds): £2, Under 18’s: £1. Please note: Season Tickets and Membership Cards are NOT valid for cup games.

Stadium Access: Before the game, the stadium is only accessible by way of the turnstiles.

Due to the changing of the arrangements for access to the Social Club, the turnstiles will be open 2 hours prior to kick off - 1pm on Saturdays, 6pm for midweek games unless otherwise stated.

Matchday Programme: Unfortunately, due to printing deadlines there is no matchday programme on sale for this fixture.

Social Club: The Social Club will be open from 1pm. Please note: Card payments are accepted at the bar.

Please note: The Social Club can only be accessed from inside the stadium after entering via the turnstiles. From half time onwards, the Social Club is accessible via the passageway within the main stand.

Please note: As the Social Club is a food preparation area, dogs are NOT permitted inside the Social Club with the exception of assistance dogs(hearing and visually impaired).

Please note: Alcohol is permitted inside the stadium but MUST be in a plastic beaker.

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: Food is now available once again within the Social Club and The Tea Bar (Queenies) will also be open inside the stadium at the Lostock End of the stadium.

Please note: Unfortunately, the Snack Bar at the Wincham End of the stadium will not be open for this fixture due to volunteer availability. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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 three 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.