DOVER ATHLETIC’S promotion charge has been given a huge boost after former captain Connor Essam returned to the club on loan until the end of the season.
IN recent seasons we have seen the emergence of former Non-League players at the top of the English game with names such as Jamie Vardy, Charlie Austin and Chris Smalling all gracing the Premier League.
FOUR Non-League names will be included in tonight’s FA Cup third round draw in Cardiff with Premier League and Championship clubs now entering the fray.
FOR the first time in the FA Cup’s 134-year history, the ticket design for the final will feature a photo captured by a football fan on their Cup adventure this season.
IF THERE were any lingering doubts that the FA Cup still maintained the same magic it always has for Non-League sides at least, they were well and truly removed at Halesowen Town on Thursday night.