Words Joe Edgar Pictures Jonathan Moore

Alty are set to play their second away game in four days as we travel to York Road to face Maidenhead United in the Vanarama National League (7.45pm kick-off). 

Setting the Scene

The Robins suffered a heavy defeat at the weekend in our opening away fixture of the 2024/25 campaign, losing 5-0 to the recently relegated Sutton United. 

The hosts scored four goals in the final 20 minutes of the first half before Ashley Nadesan added the fifth goal in the 84^th minute. Phil Parkinson will be looking for a much-improved performance from the team on Tuesday and hopefully return to winning ways. 

Our opponents also head into Tuesday’s clash on the back of a loss against a difficult opponent. At the ARMCO Arena, Maidenhead were beaten 2-1 by last season’s playoff finalists, Solihull Moors. 

Despite two defeats in their opening two games, Maidenhead will provide a stern test for Altrincham as they are hungry to earn their first points of the season. 

Last time against Maidenhead United

February 2024 – The Robins were beaten 3-1 at the J. Davidson Stadium in the last meeting between the two sides.

An early goal from Lewis Banks gave Alty the lead, but goals from Kevin Lokko, Reece Smith and Remy Clerima ensured Maidenhead won the three points. 

Away Kit

For the first time in the Vanarama National League, we will wear our new 2024/25 away kit – produced by Puma and sponsored by AO, McHale & Co. and Car Finance 247. 

Admission

This match will be unsegregated, therefore both sets of supporters can use the turnstiles at either York Road or Bell Street. Tickets are available to purchase in advance via this link:

Supporters requiring a complimentary carer ticket should purchase their own ticket via the portal above and then email social@maidenheadunitedfc.org with proof of purchase so that a carer ticket can be emailed back. 

As the match is unsegregated, Altrincham fans are welcome to visit the Stripes Bar inside the ground, selling a variety of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks.

Travel

Car - From M4: Exit at J8/9 and take A404(M)/A308(M) exit to High Wycombe. Follow signs for Maidenhead Central and at the roundabout take the first exit onto Windsor Road/A308. At the next roundabout take a third exit onto Stafferton Way. Continue onto Stafferton Link, take a sharp left onto Forlease Road and first exit at mini-roundabout onto York Road. 

From M40: Exit at J4 and take the exit for A404. At the next roundabout, take the second exit onto Marlow Road/A308. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Frascati Way/A308. Take the third left turn onto Broadway, the second right turn onto Park Street then first right turn onto York Road. 

Unfortunately, there is NO parking available at York Road Stadium. 

Train Maidenhead Rail Station is opposite the Bell Street entrance to the ground. There are plenty of cycle parking spaces at the station which is served by regular trains from London and Reading. 

Radio Robins

Unfortunately, there will be NO Radio Robins broadcast on Radio Alty for our trip to Berkshire.