Sholing vs Andover New Street

FA Cup · Sep 5, 2026 · 14:00

Match preview

The romance of the FA Cup is set to ignite at the Mackoy Community Stadium this Saturday, September 5th, 2026, as Sholing host Andover New Street. Sholing enter this preliminary round tie in confident mood, boasting a strong start to their season with two wins and just one defeat from their opening three league fixtures. Their attacking prowess has been evident, netting six goals while maintaining a solid defensive record, conceding only twice. Their recent form, with two wins from their last three, suggests a team hitting their stride and eager to make a deep FA Cup run.

Conversely, Andover New Street face a formidable challenge. Their solitary competitive outing this season resulted in a narrow 1-0 defeat, leaving them with an early 0% win rate and yet to find the back of the net. This tie represents a significant test of their resolve and an opportunity to kickstart their campaign against higher-ranked opposition. Sholing's attacking threat, spearheaded by their six-goal tally, will be a key area for Andover to contain. For the home side, maintaining their defensive discipline will be paramount to avoid an upset. All eyes will be on whether Sholing can convert their dominant form into FA Cup progression, or if Andover New Street can spring a surprise.