Match Preview

This Saturday Alvechurch take on local rivals Bromsgrove Sporting in the preliminary round of the FA Cup. Here is everything you need to know about Saturday's game.

How have both teams been playing?

Alvechurch have mad a mixed start to life at Step 3 football. Last weeks defeat to Coalville Town was their first loss of the season, after three games, but they have yet to pick up three points this season. Despite this though manager Ian Long will be pleased with how his side's have matched the teams in the league so far, with the squad putting in their best performance of the season to get a draw at league favourites Tamworth Town. The Church have a squad full of talent and will be looking to turn their good performances into a win on Saturday.

Like Alvechurch, Bromsgrove Sporting are also a newly promoted side; joining the Evo-Stik league Division One Central League this season. Brendan Kelly's side have made the perfect start to the season winning their opening two games and scoring 15 goals in those games; including Tuesday's impress 11-0 win over Kidlington. Therefore, the Rouslers will come into Saturday's tie confident of causing an upset.

What was the score the last time these two sides met?

Both sides did battle in a recent pre-season friendly which ended 1-1 at Lye Meadow. Youngster Ben Tilbury scored for Alvechurch before Jamie Clark equalised for Sporting.

Where is the game being played Saturday and what time is kick-off?

The game is being played at Lye Meadow and will kick-off at 3pm.

How much are tickets and can I still buy some?

Ticket prices are £10 for adults, £7 for over 65's and students with valid student ID, £5 for under 16's and free for Under 5's. Tickets are available on the gate on the day, but there is no guarantee of entry; with tickets also being sold at the Swan Pub in Alvechurch or at Lye Meadow at specified times. See the clubs Twitter (@Alvechurch1st) for more information.