Words Joe Edgar | Pictures Jonathan Moore 

Altrincham begin their campaign in the inaugural National League Cup on
Tuesday as we face Blackburn Rovers PL2 at The J.Davidson Stadium (kick-off 7.30pm)

Welcome to The National League Cup

The National League Cup kicked off last week, with the first game in Group B
(Altrincham’s group) hosted by Oldham Athletic at Boundary Park.

Goals from Alex Reid and Harry Charsley helped the National League club pick up a 2-1 victory over Stoke City under-21s.

As the Latics are the only team to have put any points on the board, they are
currently in the top spot. However, Altrincham have the opportunity to bypass them if they manage a win with a two-goal margin.

A draw after 90 minutes would lead to a penalty shootout between the two teams;
the winner of the shootout will receive two points, and the losers will receive one
point.

Ending Tuesday’s game at the top of the table is not imperative, however, as we are also set to welcome to The J.Davidson Stadium youngsters from Manchester United (November 19th), Stoke City (December 3rd) & Wolves (January 28th) in the group stage across the next four months.

Match Sponsor

A big thank you to locally based Longworth & Taylor Ltd for sponsoring the game, supporting the Robins and giving us the chance to offer FREE admission to the whole community.

Home Kit

For our opening game of The National League Cup, we will be wearing our red and white 2024/25 home kit – produced by Puma and sponsored by AO, McHale & Co. and CarFinance 247.

To purchase this season's shirts head for our online shop here.

Admission

Tuesday's game is absolutely FREE to attend for everyone in the community. No purchase necessary, no tickets required. Just turn up at the turnstiles from 6:30pm and we'll let you in to enjoy the game.

 At the Ground

Turnstiles will be open from 6:30pm, with the Fan Zone & Community Sports Hall Bar open all evening.

The Pop Up Shop will be open in the CSH Bar ahead of kick-off with a selection of shirts, scarves, hats and badges. Our Retail Store & Community Hub opens again on Wednesday at 1pm in Altrincham town centre.

Can’t make the game?

Listen to our fantastic coverage of the game on Radio Robins (via Radio Alty) right here. We'll be live from 7:15pm.

Come On You Robins!!!