Alright, mate, there's a proper FA Cup showdown on the horizon – Bamber Bridge taking on Trafford.
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Match set for September 5th
The fixture is locked in for the 5th of September, 2026 – that's when the two clubs will lock horns in the early rounds of the Cup.
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Step‑3 sides go head‑to‑head in the first qualifying round
Both Bamber Bridge and Trafford are listed among the Step‑3 clubs entering the FA Cup, and the draw pits them against each other in this opening qualifying round.
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