Title-chasing Magpies up next at The J.Davidson Stadium for Alty

By Joe Ward 

Altrincham are back in Vanarama National League action on Tuesday when promotion-chasing Notts County are the visitors to The J.Davidson Stadium (7:45pm kick-off). 

The Robins head into Tuesday night's fixture in high spirits following our 1-0 win over Southend United on Saturday, courtesy of Regan Linney. 

The forward, who joined us just over a month ago, is already building up quite a reputation in front of goal and Saturday was no different. The substitute earned and then converted his spot-kick, rewarding the Robins' resilience with all three points. 

And it would be wrong not to mention the terrific efforts of Alty's back line and the man between the sticks, Ollie Byrne, who managed to keep out Southend, earning themselves a well-deserved clean sheet.

However, they will have a tough job of doing so again on Tuesday against a side that passed 100 goals for the season with a 4-0 win over Scunthorpe United on Saturday.

Manager's Views

Phil Parkinson spoke with AltyTV following his side's 1-0 victory at home to Southend United.

About The Opposition

The Magpies have been caught up in a compelling title race this season and currently sit just three points behind league leaders, Wrexham. 

However, with the Red Dragons still having a game in hand over Notts County, a slip-up on Tuesday night could prove costly for their dream of automatic promotion back to the Football League. 

One player who might have something to say about that, however, is National League top scorer Macaulay Langstaff. The striker has picked up 39 goals so far in the league, averaging 1.06 goals per 90 minutes. 

And their defensive record isn't bad, either, their goals-against column being the third-best in the competition.

Away from home, the East Midlands side have captured 45 points from 20 games - more than any other team in the league. 

Nevertheless, The J.Davidson Stadium has proved to be an obstacle for them in the past, the Magpies having not won in either of their previous visits. 

Notts County will be hoping for a repeat of our last meeting, back in October, when they beat Alty 3-1 at Meadow Lane, thanks to a brace from Langstaff and one from Adam Chicksen. 

Other players that Phil Parkinson's side will need to look out for include centre-forwards Rúben Rodrigues and Cedwyn Scott, as well as left-back Adam Chicksen, who, between them, have scored 40 goals so far this campaign. 

Goalkeeper Sam Slocombe has kept 13 clean sheets so far this season and will be looking for help from centre-back and club captain Kyle Cameron for a 14th on Tuesday. 

With Luke Williams' side in desperate need of a win to keep their title push going, Tuesday's fixture Is likely to be a compelling watch. So, get yourself down to The J.Davidson as the Robins face their final game before our Isuzu FA Trophy semi-final on Saturday. 

Recent Meetings

National League 22/23: 

Notts County 3-1 Altrincham, 1st October 2022

National League 21/22: 

Notts County 3-0 Altrincham, 7th May 2022

Altrincham 1-0 Notts County, 25th September 2021

FA Trophy 21/22:

Notts County 2-1 Altrincham, 18th December 2021

Ticket Information

£19 - Adult 

£15 - Concession (Over 65 / Students / NHS Workers)

£7 - Junior (12-18)

£2 - Child (Under 12)

Buy your tickets in advance to reduce queueing times by purchasing online here.

Matchday Information

Matchday hospitality tickets are still available for Tuesday’s fixture against Notts County.

Purchase yours here!

Turnstiles will open at 6:30pm.

Please note there will be the option to pay by cash at the turnstiles on the day. There is an ATM opposite the ground at the convenience store.

Alternatively, you can buy in advance online.

We kindly ask all supporters – home and away – to arrive early to ensure you are in the ground in plenty of time for kick-off and avoid late queues.

Please note that all supporters will be searched with a metal detector on entry to the stadium for your safety.

A food menu is available in all three food outlets, offering a wide range of options to home and away fans.

For wheelchair or pushchair access, please enter gate 5 and you will be looked after.

The matchday programme will be available to purchase around the stadium and the club’s retail shop will be open.

Parking is street only. 

Match Coverage

Radio Robins is broadcasting full live commentary on RadioAlty. You can listen to Radio Robins in any of the following ways:

Listen live on RadioAlty: https://streams.radio.co/s4d51ef3bf/listen

Listen live on RadioAlty: https://www.radioalty.co.uk/listen.html

The match will also be streamed on National League TV.

Matchday passes can be purchased for £9.50. Subscribe here!

In addition, the match will be covered on our Twitter page @altrinchamfc. 

And last but not least … 

We sincerely hope that both sets of fans enjoy the game.

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