Match Focus: Cup Semi-Final at McMullen Park
Real Bedford face Tring Athletic in the Semi-Final of the Spartan South Midlands Premier Division League Cup.
Match Preview
With the teams scheduled to meet each other in the league at McMullen Park in 7 days time, this match not only serves as a ticket to the final but a preview of what could be a crucial match for The Pirates. Having beaten Tring 4-1 in the reverse fixture back in September, Rob Sinclair’s men will be looking for a similar result in this thrilling knockout football match up.
Tring come into this match having beaten London Lions and Biggleswade United in the previous rounds. With a place in the final up for grabs, the Hertfordshire based side will be keen to push past The Pirates and face either Cockfosters or Aylesbury Vale Dynamos in the final at the end of the month.
Weather Update
There is no pitch inspection required for today’s game, it will go ahead as scheduled. (3pm KO)
Tickets
Tickets are available here in advance on the website as well as at the gate. As always, U19s can come to Real Bedford matches for free.
Livestream
Today’s game will not be livestreamed as it is a Cup match. You can get the latest updates on the match via our X page.
Food and Drink
The clubhouse will be open before the game, at half-time and after the final whistle, with a range of food and drink available.
Merchandise
Merchandise will also be for sale in the club shop. Head into the club shop at any point throughout the day! New merch is now stocked and available for match day.
Parking/Transport
We are entering into an agreement with Bedford Town, Biggleswade FC, and the adjacent meat processing business (Dunbia) to manage car parking. The aims are to ensure visitor safety and maximise available parking. There are costs associated with this, we are therefore going to charge visitors £1 per car for the 2023/24 season. This is the minimum level required to meet our immediate needs.
Both bus routes 72 and 73 to Biggleswade also run services to the ground at regular intervals from Bedford Bus Station. For more travel information, look on the Real Bedford website.
Dogs
We are a dog-friendly club, but we advise owners always to keep their pets on the lead when inside the ground.
ABOUT REAL BEDFORD FC
Real Bedford FC is a non-league football club based in Bedford. Acquired by Peter McCormack in 2021, he set the ambitious goal of getting the team into the football league. After rebranding as Real Bedford, they won a league and cup double in their first season and have been promoted to the Spartan South Midlands Premier League.
The club prides itself on its strong and growing community ties and dedication to developing local talent. With a focus on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, Real Bedford FC aims to create opportunities for aspiring footballers and promote the sport's growth within the Bedford region.
