Gainsborough United Eye FA Cup Clash with Accrington Stanley

October 13, 2025 7:01 pm

In the thrilling world of the FA Cup, seventh-tier team Gainsborough United could potentially host League Two’s Accrington Stanley at The Northolme. This prospect is dependent on their performance in the fourth qualifying round replay against Hartlepool United. Such an occurrence would be a momentous event for the Lincolnshire side, introducing high-calibre football to local fans and thrusting Gainsborough into the limelight. The FA Cup matches are slated to occur on the weekend of Saturday, 1 November and Sunday, 2 November.

This account was adapted from original reporting by the BBC by The Lincoln Post.

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Gainsborough United Eye FA Cup Clash with Accrington Stanley

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