September 06, 2024

Preview | Ebbsfleet United (h)

Words Joe Edgar | Pictures Jonathan Moore

Altrincham return to The J.Davidson Stadium for the second consecutive
weekend to face Ebbsfleet United in the Vanarama National League (3pm kick off) on Saturday.

Setting the Scene

After back-to-back losses in the previous two matches, Altrincham came from behind to earn a draw against local rivals Oldham Athletic in our last game.

A first-half strike from James Norwood put the visitors ahead, but after a period of
sustained pressure, Alty drew level after Regan Linney expertly guided a header into the bottom corner.

With seven points from the opening six games, the Robins are 15th in the National League table heading into this weekend’s fixture where we face the side in 24th .

The Fleet have struggled in their start to the season, picking up only one point so far, against recently promoted side Braintree. The Kent side will be desperate for their first three points of the season, so, regardless of their current points tally, they will provide Altrincham with another tough challenge.

The Gaffer

"We've had such a tough, tough start. We have to keep believing in what we're doing, believing in the players and having the fans getting behind us, which is what they have been doing week in, week out. Our fans have been fantastic."

Last time against Ebbsfleet

April 2024 – The Robins earned a historic win on the last occasion these two sides faced one another.

First half goals from Alex Newby and Regan Linney helped Altrincham to a 2-0 win away from home in the penultimate game of the season. Those three points were enough to confirm Alty’s top-seven finish and a place in the National League
play-offs.

Home Kit

For the game against Ebbsfleet, we will be wearing our new red and white 2024/25 home kit – produced by Puma and sponsored by AO, McHale & Co. and Car Finance 247.

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

Tickets

Purchase your tickets in advance for the game here or head to one of our cash turnstiles ahead of kick-off on Saturday.

Adult £20 | Concessions £15 | 12-17s £9 | Under-12s FREE with an accompanying adult/concession

To claim FREE under-12s tickets online please use code ebbsfleet_u12 at checkout - two tickets available for every full paying adult/concession.

Hospitality in The John King Lounge is very limited so act quick if you want to upgrade your match day experience.

Click here for all the details - tickets cost £65 and this weekend include a Q&A with Chris Conn-Clarke at 2pm, pre-match complimentary bar, two course meal, exclusive post-match reaction and MOTM presentation.

At the Ground

Gates will be open at The J.Davidson Stadium from the earlier time of 1pm.

The Community Sports Hall Bar will also open at 1pm and is staying open until 7pm to allow fans to watch the Ireland v England Nations League game, which kicks off at 5pm live on ITV across our four screens.

Solly Temkin (from The Bliss) will be playing live in the Fan Zone (home fans only), which also opens at 1pm AND we'll have special guest Chris Conn-Clarke involved in a live interview with Brian Flynn at 1:30pm.

Featured beers in the Fan Zone come from the likes of Pomona Island, Cloudwater, Sureshot, Titanic & Hogan's Cider, with curry dishes available from The Authentic Food Co.

Our Retail Store & Community Hub will be open in Altrincham town centre from 10am-12:30pm and our Pop Up Shop will be in the CSH Bar from 1pm selling a selection of Alty merchandise right through to kick-off at 3pm.

*After watching Alty and England at The J.Davidson Stadium, why not head for Manchester's iconic Deaf Institute venue for a night of music. Altrincham's very own bands The Bliss and Spin Klass will be playing live.

Both bands feature Alty fans and Fan Zone music co-ordinators Solly Temkin (The Bliss) and Chris Maddon (Spin Klass). Doors are from 7pm and tickets are on sale here.

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