WESTON TAKE ON SHEPTON MALLET IN FA CUP ACTION

Weston return to the Optima Stadium as they host Shepton Mallet in the FA Cup Second Qualifying Round. The game kicks off at 3pm this Saturday, 17th September.

This is the first time Mallet have reached this stage of the competition, and the Western League Premier Division side will be backed by a healthy following as they head west across the county seeking a cup shock.

In the previous round, Mallet overcame Blackfield & Langley after a replay. The first game in Hampshire ended in a 0-0 draw, in a game that will be remembered for the Blackfield goalkeeper getting sent off for an incident that made national headlines.

Three days later, Mallet won the replay in Somerset by three goals to two to set up the tie at Weston.

As for The Seagulls, they triumphed by four goals to two at Basingstoke in the previous round. Goals from Reuben Reid, Jordan Bastin, an own goal and Marlon Jackson were enough to reach this stage once again.

Both Weston and Shepton were on the road on Wednesday night in league action. While Weston were drawing at Truro to remain top of the league, Mallet claimed a 2-0 win at Sherborne Town as goals from Joe Morgan and Aaron Seviour were enough to see them return home with all three points, ensuring the side are in good spirits as they make the short journey to Weston.

KEY MATCHDAY INFORMATION:

ADMISSION:

Adult – £12

Concession – (60+, Student with ID, Armed Forces with ID, NHS with ID) £8

Under 16 (accompanied by an adult) – £3.50

Under 8 (accompanied by an adult) – free

Family – £22.50 (valid for two adults & two under 16s)

Pay on the turnstiles only.

TURNSTILES:

We will be operating two turnstiles at our main turnstile block next to the club shop.

Turnstile 1, on the left, will operate on a cash only basis.

Turnstile 2, on the right, will operate on a card only basis.

It helps with congestion and access to the ground if you queue at the correct turnstile.

WESTON-SUPER-MARE AFC WALKING FOOTBALL & JUNIOR ACADEMY MEMBERS:

Please note the entrance for Walking Football & Junior Academy members is now via the main turnstiles. Those eligible members will be admitted entrance as per your team agreement. Junior Academy Parents, you will need to be with the Junior Academy Member at the time of entering.

Please note, this is an ‘all-pay fixture’ and the appropriate payment will need to be made at the turnstiles.

WESTON-SUPER-MARE AFC SEASON TICKET HOLDERS:

Please note, this is an ‘all-pay fixture’ and the appropriate payment will need to be made at the turnstiles.

CAR PARK:

Our Supporters’ Car Park charges £2.00 to park on a match day. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept card payment for this. So please ensure you have £2.00 available to pay on arrival.

For Season Ticket holders, early arrival is recommended. Your car park will still be for your exclusive use, when full you will be given free parking in the Supporters’ Car Park where possible instead.

FACILITIES WITHIN GROUND:

Please note, our Sportsman Bar will close 90 minutes before kick-off, at which time the turnstiles will be open and access can be made into the ground.

Our Somerset Suite Bar, Kitchen and inside ground Joe’s Bar will all be open. Card payment can be made at all three locations.

CLUB SHOP:

The club shop within The Optima Stadium will be open for all Weston-super-Mare AFC first team games.

KITCHEN MENU AND PRICES:

BEEFBURGER £3.50

CHEESEBURGER £4.00

HOT DOG £3.00

CHIPS £2.00

CHEESY CHIPS £3.00

CURRY SAUCE AND CHIPS £3.00

TEA/COFFEE/BOVRIL £1.50

EXTRA BURGER £2.50