Stafford Rangers have been drawn at home against Halesowen Town in the Third Round Qualifying of the Emirates FA Cup following their 3-2 victory over Hereford FC.
The Boro will welcome Halesowen to the Stan Robinson Stadium on Marston Road on Saturday 3 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 3pm.
Rangers progress following Hereford victory
Stafford Rangers secured their place in the next round after beating National League North side Hereford 3-2 on Saturday 19 September, in front of what the club described as its biggest attendance for 36 years.
The result saw Rangers progress to the Third Round Qualifying, where they will now face Halesowen Town, who compete in the Southern League Premier Division Central.
Halesowen secured their place in the draw with a 2-0 victory over Mickleover in the previous round.
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What’s at stake in the next round?
The winners of the tie will receive £5,625 in FA Cup prize money and progress to the Fourth Round Qualifying, scheduled for Saturday 17 October.
The losing club will receive £1,875.
Under this season’s FA Cup rules, a replay will be required if the match finishes level after 90 minutes. Any replay must take place by Thursday 8 October.
The Fourth Round Qualifying is the final stage before the First Round Proper, when clubs from League One and League Two enter the competition.
The First Round Proper is scheduled for Saturday 7 November 2026.
Match information
Stafford Rangers v Halesowen Town
Competition: Emirates FA Cup Third Round Qualifying
Date: Saturday 3 October 2026
Kick-off: 3pm (scheduled)
Venue: Stan Robinson Stadium, Marston Road, Stafford, ST16 3BX
Further matchday arrangements and ticket information are expected to be confirmed by Stafford Rangers ahead of the fixture.
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