Hey Crawley Town fans! Guess who's stepping into the ring? Brace yourselves for the face-off against The Stags of Mansfield Town, a club with a football journey that's been rolling since 1897. Formed as Mansfield Wesleyans, they evolved into Mansfield Town in 1910 and joined the Football League in 1931. They climbed up the ranks, winning the Alliance in 1919–20, celebrating Midland League victories in '24, '25, and '29. They hit the Third Division in '60, then promoted in '62–'63, spending nine seasons until '72. Bagged Fourth Division title in '74–'75 and Third Division title in '76–'77, but faced two quick relegations. Recent highlights include Fourth Division promotion in '85–'86, a Football League Trophy win in '86–'87, and promotions in '91–'92, '01–'02, and a return to the Football League in '12–'13 after winning the Conference. Nicknamed 'The Stags,' they rock a blue and yellow kit, call Field Mill home since 1919 (now an all-seater stadium with a 9,186 capacity), and have intense rivalries with Chesterfield and local derbies against Notts County. Thank you and COYR!

Hey Crawley Town Fam, Guess what? We're up against Colchester United, the Essex crew with a football story that's seen its share of twists and turns. Started back in '37, and now they call Colchester Community Stadium home since '08. Remember that crazy 3–2 FA Cup win over Leeds United in '71? Yep, that was Colchester! They've been bouncing between divisions, even had a stint in the Championship in '06. Now, we're facing them in League Two. Get ready to show Colchester United what Crawley's all about on the field! Thank you and COYR!

Hello Crawley Town fans! Accrington Stanley found national prominence in 1989 thanks to the iconic Milk Marketing Board advert that asked, "Accrington Stanley, Who Are They?" The current iteration of the club rose from the ashes in 1968 after the collapse of the original Accrington Stanley in 1962, which itself had roots dating back to 1888 as founder members of the Football League. Fast forward to the early 21st century, and Accrington Stanley, under the leadership of John Coleman, experienced a remarkable journey. Three promotions in seven seasons saw them ascend from non-league football to the Football League. Their triumphant climb included titles in the Northern Premier League Division One (1999–2000), Northern Premier League Premier Division (2002–03), and the Conference National (2005–06). In recent years, Accrington Stanley found success in League Two, culminating in their promotion to League One as champions in the 2017–18 season. However, their journey hasn't been without its challenges, with the club experiencing relegation in 1999 and battling through play-off heartbreaks. Now, as Crawley Town prepares to face Accrington Stanley, there's an added layer of excitement. Crawley's recent victory against Aston Villa U21 showcased stellar performances from players Ade Adeyemo and Jack Roles. These standout performers may well find themselves in the starting lineup against Accrington Stanley. Thank you for attending and COYR!

Attention Crawley Town fans! Currently, Crawley Town is in a strong position, sitting in 1st place in their group. This means they have a great shot at advancing to the knockout stage of the 2023-24 EFL Trophy. In this competition, each team must adhere to specific rules regarding player eligibility, and it's crucial to have a good understanding of the format: A minimum of four qualifying outfield players in their starting XI. A qualifying outfield player was one who met any of the following requirements: *Any player who started the previous or following first-team fixture. *Any player who is in the top 10 players at the club who has made the most starting appearances in league and domestic cup competitions this season. *Any player with forty or more first-team starting appearances in their career, including International matches. *Any player on loan from a Premier League club or any EFL Category One Academy club. *A club can play any eligible goalkeeper in the competition. out on a long loan term at a National League, National League North, or National League South team can play as long as the loaning team agree to allow the player to return for the match. For invited teams (U21) *Minimum of six players in the starting line-up who are aged under 21 on 30 June 2023. *Maximum of two players on the team sheet who are aged over 21 and have also made forty or more senior appearances. Will we see the former Crawley loanee Caleb Chukwuemeka? Thanks for attending and COYR!

Crawley Town is facing Walsall Football Club in a crucial match. Crawley has faced some tough times recently, losing their last three league games, and they're eager to turn things around with a victory today. Their home ground is the Bescot Stadium, which they moved to in 1990. The team plays in a distinctive red and white kit, and their club crest features a swift. Walsall has a history of rivalries with teams like Wolverhampton Wanderers, West Bromwich Albion, Shrewsbury Town, and Port Vale. Over the years, they have seen promotions and relegations, including a recent spell in League One that ended with relegation in 2019. Notably, former Crawley Town fan favorite Aramide Oteh now plays for Walsall. This match marks his first time facing his former side, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game. Crawley Town fans, let's hope our team can turn the tide and secure a much-needed victory against Walsall today! Thank you and COYR!