Altrincham FC will open their pre-season schedule with a trip to Chorley on Tuesday, marking their first competitive warm-up before the new England National League campaign.
What’s the fixture and where?
The friendly against Chorley kicks off at 7:45pm on Tuesday at Grant Store Victory Park (PR7 3DU). Altrincham sit 13th in the England National League with 57 points from 46 games and a recent run of three wins in their last five matches. The club has already secured a 3-1 win over Gateshead on April 25, 2026, and currently trails league leaders York by 51 points.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are on sale now with prices set at £12 for adults, £8 for concessions or students with ID, and £5 for under-18s. Under-14s get in free but must be accompanied by a paying adult. The club’s next home pre-season games-against Macclesfield on July 25 at 3pm and Manchester United Under-21s on July 31 at 7pm-also have individual match tickets priced at £10 for adults and £5 for under-17s.
Why does this friendly matter?
Pre-season friendlies give Altrincham’s new signings and trialists a chance to gel before the league campaign resumes. With 55 goals scored and 65 conceded so far, manager John Anderson will be looking to tighten up at the back while building attacking rhythm. The trip to Chorley also serves as a final warm-up before the opening league fixtures, where Altrincham will aim to improve on last season’s defensive record.
What’s next for Altrincham?
After Chorley, Altrincham host Macclesfield on July 25 before a clash with Manchester United Under-21s six days later. The club’s pre-season schedule offers a chance to test new recruits and fine-tune tactics ahead of a campaign where they’ll need to cut down on goals conceded if they’re to climb the table from 13th.
