By Joe Brayne

Altrincham travel to Broadhurst Park on Tuesday as we face FC United of Manchester in our second pre-season game ahead of the 2023-24 campaign (7.45pm kick-off).

Robins striker Regan Linney is no stranger to the Moston-based side after making a significant impact for them in the Pitching In Northern Premier League last season, finding the back of the net 25 times in just 33 games prior to joining Alty in February.

Despite a narrow 1-0 defeat against Lancaster City on Saturday, there were plenty of encouraging signs for Alty. Phil Parkinson was able to play two separate XIs at The Giant Axe, allowing most of our summer signings and Academy prospects to earn valuable minutes on a competitive stage.

Of particular note was the return of Matty Kosylo, who impressed in his comeback after a season-long knee injury.

Manager’s Views

Phil Parkinson spoke with AltyTV after our first pre-season friendly in Lancaster.

About the Opposition

FC United fell to a 2-0 defeat against EFL side Barrow last Saturday in their pre-season opener. The Northern Premier League side held their own for 70 minutes at Broadhurst Park before conceding a late brace from Tyrell Warren.

The Reds have registered successive top-half finishes in the NPL and look set to
challenge for a return to the Vanarama National League North in the upcoming season.

In the absence of Linney’s firepower, midfielder Paul Ennis stepped up to the mark with an impressive 11 goals last season. Now entering his fifth season with the club, the 33-year-old is a player to watch out for on Tuesday evening.

Another exciting prospect in FC United's ranks is 23-year-old forward Max Cane. A product of the Clitheroe Academy, Cane joined FC United towards the end of last season and made an immediate impact, netting eight goals in just 12 games.

Recent Meetings

Vanarama National League North 18/19:
FC United 1-2 Altrincham, 9th February 2019
(John Johnston 25, Andy White 83)
Altrincham 1-2 FC United, 14th August 2018
(Jordan Hulme 54)

Ticket Information

£9 – Adult
£5 – Concession (Over 60s / In receipt of Income Support or Universal Credit / Student with valid NUS card)
£2 – U18s
FREE – U5 with paying adult

Tickets are to be purchased on the gate, with both cash and card payments accepted.

Any person applying for a concession may be asked to produce identification at the turnstile. If a supporter is unwaged and does not have proof of any of the above, they must contact the office prior to the game.

The policy for disabled supporters is the disabled person pays entry at the concession rate and any carer receives free admission.

Travel and Matchday Information

Turnstiles will open at 6pm. Please note there are options to pay by cash and card at the turnstiles on the day. There is no segregation for this match.

The Main Bar is open from 6.00pm until 10.00pm. Food is available from both the Main Bar and the Bar under the main stand.

Car parking is available at Broadhurst Park (310 Lightbowne Road, M40 0FJ), the price is £5 and payment is made in cash, on arrival at the ground. Please note that St. Matthews Car Park is not available.

Match Coverage

Radio Robins is broadcasting full live commentary on RadioAlty.
Join Brian Flynn, Ben Edgson and Niall Finnegan from 7.30pm.
Listen live on RadioAlty here or here
A livestream of the match is available online via Spiideo Play for £5. Account registration is required to purchase the livestream.

And last but not least…

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