Anstey Nomads could make history this weekend

Saturday, 15 October 2022 09:05

They are playing Chesterfield FC in the 4th round qualifying match of the FA cup.

Anstey Nomads are playing Chesterfield today in a match which could be history-making.

This is because if they win they will be the first village team to get this far in the competition.

Anstey is in the ninth tier of English football and has had to win five matches to reach this round.

The next stage of the competition is where League One and League Two sides join.

Kick off is at 12:30 BST

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