The draw for the third round of the FA Vase has revealed a series of intriguing matchups among the 64 remaining teams. Notably, six clubs from the Southern Counties East League have advanced to this stage, with the holders, Whitstable Town, set to host Eastbourne United from the Southern Combination League Premier Division. This matchup follows Whitstable’s narrow 2-1 victory over Infinity in the previous round.
Another compelling fixture features Snodland Town, who will travel to face Reading City. Reading City secured their spot by eliminating Erith & Belvedere in a decisive match last weekend. Additionally, Punjab United will take on Burnham, another side from the Combined Counties League Premier Division North, in an away game.
Further matchups include Faversham Strike Force hosting Crawley Down Gatwick, while Tunbridge Wells welcomes Windsor & Eton. Fisher will entertain Fleet Town at their home ground, adding to the excitement of the upcoming fixtures.
Match Schedule and Prize Money
The third round ties are scheduled for December 6, 2023. Winning teams will earn a prize of £1,125, while the losing sides will receive £350 for their efforts. The financial stakes highlight the competitive nature of the tournament, where clubs aim not only for glory but also for crucial funding that can support their operations.
The complete list of fixtures for the FA Vase third round includes:
– Ramsbottom United vs. Nelson
– Winsford United vs. Prestwich Heys
– North Shields vs. Liversedge
– Chadderton vs. Burscough
– Droylsden vs. Fulwood Amateurs
– Rossington Main vs. West Didsbury & Chorlton
– Albion Sports vs. South Liverpool
– Northampton On Chenecks vs. Bilston Town
– Coventry United vs. Hanley Town
– Gornal Athletic vs. Grantham Town
– Radford vs. Heather St Johns
– Sutton United (Birmingham) vs. Desborough Town
– Sherwood Colliery vs. Retford United
– Clay Cross Town vs. Nuneaton Town
– Harpenden Town vs. Haringey Borough
– Lymore Gardens vs. Halesworth Town
– Dereham Town vs. Benfleet
– Cockfosters vs. Soul Tower Hamlets
– Saffron Walden Town vs. Great Yarmouth Town
– Reading City vs. Snodland Town
– Haywards Heath Town vs. Berks County
– Faversham Strike Force vs. Crawley Down Gatwick
– Burnham vs. Punjab United
– Whitstable Town vs. Eastbourne United
– Fisher vs. Fleet Town
– Tunbridge Wells vs. Windsor & Eton
– Bovey Tracey vs. Downton
– Slimbridge vs. Amesbury Town
– Buckland Athletic vs. Barnstaple Town
– Hallen vs. Hamworthy Recreation
– AFC Stoneham vs. Cinderford Town
– Hythe & Dibden vs. Sturminster Newton United
As the matches approach, teams will prepare intensively, knowing that each fixture presents an opportunity to advance further in this prestigious tournament. Fans can look forward to an exciting day of football on December 6, where upsets and thrilling performances are always a possibility.
