Weston-super-Mare has achieved a milestone by reaching the FA Cup third round for the first time in the club’s history. In Monday night’s draw, the Seagulls were paired away against Grimsby Town, a League Two side currently positioned 12th in their division.
This match marks only the second meeting between Weston-super-Mare and Grimsby Town, the first being in the FA Trophy back in 2016. While not the glamorous tie some hoped for, the encounter offers Weston-super-Mare a valuable opportunity to challenge higher-tier opposition and continue their remarkable FA Cup run.
Meanwhile, League One’s Exeter City is preparing for a crucial fixture against AFC Wimbledon following their emphatic 4-0 FA Cup second round victory over Wycombe Wanderers. That success brought a much-needed boost in confidence and finances for the Grecians as they aim to climb out of the relegation zone in League One. Manager Gary Caldwell emphasized the importance of carrying the momentum from the cup into league matches, highlighting the team’s strong attacking performances and defensive resolve.
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Exeter’s upcoming league game against AFC Wimbledon, who currently sit ninth in League One, will be a stern test under the floodlights at St James Park. Caldwell praised Wimbledon as a physical side that presses hard and are dangerous from set pieces, indicating a challenging night ahead.
Striker Jayden Wareham, who scored in the recent cup win but suffered a facial injury, remains a doubt for the match. Nonetheless, Caldwell remains optimistic about fielding a competitive side intent on securing vital league points to improve their standing.
The FA Cup continues to inspire teams across the nation, with clubs like Weston-super-Mare and Exeter City balancing their cup ambitions alongside league campaigns in the hope of long-term success.