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A Cup trip to Cornwall

The Emirates FA Cup went west ahead of clash between Bodmin Town and Bideford

Tuesday 19 Sep 2017

The Emirates FA Cup made the trip to Cornwall last week ahead of Wednesday's local derby between Bodmin Town and Bideford.

With the south-west rivals meeting in the second round qualifying, Cup fever has been growing in the area with hosts Bodmin being one of the three lowest ranked clubs left in the competition.

Bodmin Town v Bideford
  • The Emirates FA Cup
  • Second Round Qualifying
  • 7.45pm, Wednesday 20 September 2017
  • Priory Park, Bodmin Town FC
  • Winners receive £4500 from prize fund

Having already knocked out three higher-ranked teams away from home so far, the South West Peninsula League Premier Division outfit are ready for their first home tie at Priory Park, after the initial game on Saturday was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.

And should Town see off Devon-based outfit Bideford for a spot in the third round qualifying, then it would match their all-time best FA Cup performance with a trip to Haringey Borough in store for the winners.

Excitement is high ahead of the game and Bodmin president Brian Retallack, also the father-in-law of manager Darren Gilbert, said: “We were absolutely delighted to see the Emirates FA Cup trophy here, it’s been amazing for the players, fans and especially for the kids.

“After travelling away for the last three games, we can’t wait to play at Priory Park this weekend, hopefully in front of a big home crowd.”

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Andy Ambler, The FA’s director of professional game relations, added: “The Emirates FA Cup is a competition that is truly for all, welcoming teams from across the football pyramid and all parts of the country.

“We’re delighted to be able to take this iconic piece of silverware down to Cornwall to visit one of the most south-westerly clubs in the competition.

“Bodmin’s cup run has seen them earn over £6000 in prize money to date, which we hope will have a significant impact at the club.

“We wish all clubs competing in the second round qualifying this weekend the best of luck.”

There are a total of 80 second round qualifying ties being played up and down the country, with winning clubs receiving £4500 in prize money and a place in the competition’s third round qualifying.

By FA Staff