Match Preview

Witton bring the curtain down on Saturday afternoon on what has been a very disappointing season, when they welcome Basford United to the U Lock It Stadium in the final Northern Premier League Premier Division fixture of the season.

With relegation issues already confirmed, it would be nice for the team and supporters if they could end the season on a winning note.

Basford's defeat to Mickleover FC on Bank Holiday Monday became irrelevant as Witton's defeat at Warrington Town meant that Witton couldn't finish outside the relegation zone and the final game is meaningless with only pride to play for.

If only Albion's winning run towards the end of the season had come a bit sooner but then football is all about ifs, buts and maybes but they also say that the table doesn't lie.

A season disrupted by injuries meaning the management team weren't able to field a settled side, poor results and ill luck at important times doesn't help but Witton will regroup and go again next season wherever they find themselves, and no doubt the supporters will be there as always to help them on their way.

Basford know where their future lies next season and can breathe a sigh of relief but Witton will be going out to finish the season in a positive manner as the pressure is no longer on them.

Although nothing has been announced officially, it appears that Rob Hopley's Witton career is coming to a close and the guy has been immense during his time at the club and he deserves legendary status.

The final match preview of the season is tinged with sadness for everyone but we will be back next season and start all over again.

Let's give it one last go and hopefully cheer the lads onto three points but Basford will be looking to finish in a positive way as well.

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.

Admission is by way of cash payments at the turnstiles.

Admission Prices: Adults £11, Over 65's/Disabled £8, Young Adults (18-21) £6, Under 18's £2 (FREE with Junior Membership). Season Ticket Holders & GOLD Membership Card Holders are admitted FREE.

Please note: Unfortunately, we cannot accept card payments at the turnstiles.

Matchday Programme: £2.50 - On sale inside the stadium near the Museum & inside the Social Club.

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

Following the lifting of COVID restrictions, rules have now changed in and around the Social Club.

Social Club: The Social Club will be open from 1pm.

Social Club: Access to the Social Club is by way of the main entrance before the game but from half time onwards is accessible by way of the passageway within the main stand. The One-way system through the Stelfox Lounge has been removed. Table Service has been removed, so people can order drinks from one end the Bar and collect them from the other end. The screen where drinks are paid for at the cash point will remain in place - this is to protect Staff. Please note: There is to be NO Standing at the Bar. Face coverings are no longer mandatory but are recommended in enclosed spaces.

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.

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

The Junior Snack Bar will also be open at the Wincham End of the stadium and Junior Membership Cards can be collected from Alan Jackson. Juniors are welcome to use either Tea Bar within the stadium if preferred.

Please note: Hot & cold drinks and snacks are available at the Junior Snack Bar at the Wincham End of the stadium. Hot food is only available inside the stadium from the Tea Bar (Queenies).

The Track & Trace System is being kept for the time being but is NOT mandatory. Documentation will be placed by the entrance to the Social Club for those who wish to use it.

Hand Sanitizers are positioned near to every entrance point around the Stadium & Social Club and are being retained. Supporters are welcome to use them.

Please note: If you have or haven't already voted for the "Player of the Year" Awards, voting forms will have to be returned during the game as the presentations will take place in the Social Club following the game.