Altrincham Face Manchester United U21s in Pre-Season Finale
Altrincham will conclude their pre-season campaign with a match against Manchester United U21s at the J.Davidson Stadium on Friday. The match will be the final fixture before the start of the 2026/27 Enterprise National League season, which begins on August 8th with a visit from Southend United.
What's at Stake?
The match against Manchester United U21s will be a crucial test for the Robins ahead of the new season. The team will be looking to fine-tune their preparations and identify areas for improvement.
Thoughts from the Gaffer
Manager Neil Gibson has expressed his thoughts on the upcoming match, stating: "We go from a position of having no games in 10 days in a pre-season schedule to having three in six, so it’s managing what that load will look like. We’re really trying to maximise as much as we can because there’s areas we need to work on."
Security on Matchdays
The club has also announced that it will be carrying out screening procedures to prevent potential weapons or prohibited items from entering the ground. This is in line with the introduction of Martyn’s Law (Terrorism Protection of Premises Act 2025) and the club’s shared responsibility to protect supporters.
What Comes Next?
The Robins will begin their 2026/27 Enterprise National League season on August 8th with a visit from Southend United. Their next fixture is against Gateshead on February 16th, 2027, where they will look to build on their pre-season preparations.
Matchday Experience
The J.Davidson Stadium will be open from 5:30pm, with turnstiles, the Fan Zone, and CSH Bar available for supporters. A pop-up shop will also be open inside the CSH, where fans can purchase new home and away shirts.
