Swansea v Morecambe (FA Cup Third Round) Sat 6 Jan 17:30
It’s that time of year and it’s FA Cup time again. The draw has been kind to us for a change with a home tie against a lower league team. The Shrimps of Morecambe are located on the Lancashire coast some 19 miles as the crow flies from Blackpool, and it’s the first time we’ve played them.
They were relegated from League One last season after two seasons there. They are presently languishing in 17th place in League Two and are not in great form.
With our new manager in place there should be plenty of interest in this game to boost attendance, tempered by the change to an odd kick-off time on a Saturday night instead of the usual 3pm.
I know the FA Cup is a great leveller and it won’t be an easy game but if we can’t beat a team from the lower leagues at home we don’t deserve to go through to the next round. See you there.