Match preview: Horsham (h)

02-Nov-2024 07:10:08 | Chesterfield FC

The first round of the Emirates FA Cup is upon us as we take on Horsham of the Isthmian League for the first time in the club’s history. The Spireites have enjoyed a strong start to life back in the Football League and are unbeaten at the SMH Group Stadium, a warning sign for any side visiting North Derbyshire at the moment. The Visitors Despite the disparity in the club’s respective leagues, Horsham carry strong FA Cup experience, having reached the second round twice in the club’s history, one of which was last season. After an astounding 3-3 away draw at Barnsley in the first round, it looked as though they were crashing out after a 3-0 loss in the replay, but news broke shortly after that the Tykes had fielded an ineligible player. The Hornets knocked out neighbours Dorking in the qualifying rounds for the second year running before being drawn against the Spireites, who will be looking to provide a dominant display after reaching the third round for the last three seasons. Dominic di Paola Horsham’s manager had a solid playing career in non-league, with spells at both Worthing and Worthing United before he becoming a manager himself. […]