Match report
Altrincham and Notts County draw 2-2 in the FA Cup first round with goals from Bedeau, Weaver, Banks, and Roberts.
Altrincham and Notts County played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the FA Cup first round on Saturday. Notts County took the lead before Altrincham fought back to go ahead, only for County to equalise late in the game.
Jacob Bedeau opened the scoring for Notts County in the 28th minute, assisted by Callum Roberts. Altrincham responded in the 39th minute with Lucas Weaver finding the net, assisted by Matthew Kosylo, making it 1-1.
Altrincham took the lead in the 59th minute through Lewis Banks. However, Notts County equalised in the 84th minute with Callum Roberts scoring again, this time assisted by Lee Ndlovu.
The match saw yellow cards for Scott Robertson (Notts County) in the 34th minute, Lewis Banks (Altrincham) in the 69th minute, and James Gibbons (Notts County) in the 80th minute.
In terms of key statistics, Notts County had 52% possession compared to Altrincham's 48%. The expected goals were 1.9 for County and 1.3 for Altrincham. Notts County had 9 shots on target, while Altrincham managed 7. County also earned 9 corners to Altrincham's 6, and committed 11 fouls against Altrincham's 6. Altrincham's goalkeeper made 7 saves, while County's made 4.
This draw means both teams will face a replay to determine who advances in the FA Cup.
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Altrincham and Notts County finished 2-2 in the FA Cup (1/128 finals). Played: (your local time).
Recent form: Altrincham DLDWW, Notts County DWDWL.
Head-to-head (last 8): Altrincham 1 wins, 2 draws, Notts County 5 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.
The match will most likely result in a draw.