Match Preview
As Worcester Raiders prepare to face Ashby Ivanhoe in the FA Cup on Saturday, both teams arrive with differing recent form. The Raiders have shown resilience, winning two of their last five matches, while Ashby Ivanhoe has struggled, managing only two victories in their past five outings. This contrast in form could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the match.
Historically, Worcester has dominated this fixture, winning all ten of their last encounters against Ashby Ivanhoe. Notably, these matches have been low-scoring, with no games seeing over 2.5 goals or both teams finding the net. Given the Raiders' solid home advantage and Ashby's recent inconsistency, it is likely that Worcester will look to exploit their opponent's vulnerabilities early on. A keen focus on defensive solidity from both sides could lead to another low-scoring affair, making it essential for Ashby to break their historical trend against Worcester if they wish to progress in the tournament.
Worcester Raiders
Ashby Ivanhoe