Tuesday 30th September 2025

Royal Wootton Bassett Town are hoping it will be fourth time lucky as they aim to reach the Adobe Women's FA Cup first round proper for the first ever time on Sunday.

Standing in Bassett's way are Forest Green Rovers who visit the Gerard Buxton Sports Ground for Sunday's third qualifying round tie.

James Lally's side will therefore need to beat higher level opponents who if they are to make it to first round proper, with Forest Green plying their trade a level higher in the South West Regional Women's Football League Premier Division. And Rovers have made a strong start to the season, winning three out of three in all competitions while scoring 17 goals.

Forest Green, who beat Bassett's Division One North rivals Downend Flyers 6-1 in their second qualifying round fixture, will be aiming to reach the first round for the first time since the 2015-16 campaign.

Like Bassett, they have made a habit of exiting at the third qualifying round stage having done so in each of the last four years

It promises to be an exciting tie at the Gerard Buxton Sports Ground between the two teams who are plenty familiar with one another.

Please do come along to cheer Bassett on as they seek to make history!

Admission is £4 for adults and £2 for concessions (including RWBTFC youth members).

We are proud to announce that Sunday's fixture has been designated a Her Game Too fixture.

Her Game Too is a passionate movement dedicated to tackling sexism and promoting gender equality within the world of sport. Its mission is to ensure football remains a game for all by raising awareness of the issues women face in football, celebrating female fans, players, and professionals, and working alongside clubs, organisations, and governing bodies to foster a supportive and equitable atmosphere.

The afternoon will feature activities to help raise awareness of Her Game Too.

Prior to that on Saturday both senior Men's sides are on the road.

The Men's First Team square off against Droitwich Spa for the first ever meeting between the teams (3pm kick off).

The Saltmen earned promotion as runaway Hellenic League Division One champions last season and have made a very strong start to life in the Premier Division.

Jonny Aitkenhead's side therefore go into the game - their first of four long away trips this month - as underdogs, and will be aiming to spring a surprise.

The Development team journey to Wiltshire League Premier Division rivals Shrivenham for a Fountains Trophies Cup first round encounter (3pm kick off).

Last season, Mark Simpkins' team drew on their league visit to Barrington Park before beating Shrivenham 2-0 at home.

The teams are due to meet again later in the month in a league contest at the Gerard Buxton Sports Ground.

Last modified on Tuesday 30th September 2025 at 08:09.