We turn the focus on the weekend action with a comprehensive preview of Morpeth Town’s Emirates FA Cup visit to The Brewery Field.
Spennymoor Town v Morpeth Town
FA Cup Second Round Qualifying
Saturday 14th September 2024, 3pm
The Brewery Field
The Opposition
Morpeth Town arrive at The Brewery Field this weekend on the back of an improved run of form which has pushed them up to 13th in the Northern Premier League table.
Since a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Warrington Rylands three weeks ago, The Highwaymen have won three out of their last four outings.
That run included the 1-0 triumph over Emley in which Luke James scored the only goal to book their place in this weekend’s Second Round Qualifying tie against Moors.
Craig Lynch’s men have also enjoyed an eye-catching 4-1 win at struggling Blyth Spartans and earned three impressive away points last weekend at Ashton United.
Previous Meeting
Morpeth Town were last visitors to The Brewery Field back in the pre-season of 2022/23 when the sides played out a 1-1 draw.
The game was a stand-out feature of the warm-up campaign thanks to a spectacular goal from Moors midfielder Sam Fielding, scored from inside his own half.
Match Officials
Samuel Ross will be the man in the middle for this weekend’s FA Cup tie at The Brewery Field, and he will be assisted by Connor Scott and Calberth Charles. Richard Rowe is our Fourth Official.
Competition Rules
Both sides will be able to name seven substitutes for Saturday’s game, of which they can use five at any time during the 90 minutes.
If the game ends in a draw after 90 minutes, then the tie will go to a replay which will be played at Craik Park on Tuesday 17th September (7.45pm kick-off).
Tickets
Saturday’s game is not segregated, and fans of both sides are able to buy their tickets from the general sale option in advance online right now.
Tickets will also be available via cash or card on the turnstiles ahead of kick-off which will be open from 12.30 on Saturday.
Click here for full ticket information.
Live Commentary
Don’t worry if you can’t get along to The Brewery Field this weekend – you can listen to full live commentary of the game against Hereford on Durham OnAir.
Mark Simpson will be live from 2.50pm on Saturday to guide you through every step of the action as it unfolds – and you can listen in wherever you are on the planet.
Click here now for full information on listening to our free live commentary.
Betting Odds
Moors have been installed as 8/13 favourites for victory on Saturday, with Morpeth Town rated a 10/3 shot to progress and the odds of 14/5 on the game going to a replay.
