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Tamworth’s FA Cup Run Ends at Carlisle

Tamworth FC Exit FA Cup Following Narrow Defeat at Carlisle United

Tamworth FC’s hopes of progressing in this season’s FA Cup came to an end on Saturday 17 October 2026 following a 2–1 defeat away to Carlisle United.

The Lambs travelled to Brunton Park for their fourth qualifying round encounter but found themselves facing an uphill battle after conceding twice during the first half.

Difficult opening period

Carlisle made an early breakthrough when Regan Linney scored in the sixth minute.

The home side doubled their advantage shortly before half-time, with Linney finding the net again.

Tamworth therefore went into the interval trailing 2–0.

Second-half response

The visitors responded quickly after the restart.

R. Calder scored in the 48th minute to reduce the deficit and give Tamworth renewed hope of a comeback.

However, despite their efforts, the Lambs were unable to find an equaliser.

Carlisle held on to secure a 2–1 victory and progress to the next round of the competition.

Focus returns to the league

The result brings Tamworth’s FA Cup campaign to an end for another season.

Attention now returns to the club’s National League programme as the team looks to improve its position in the competition.

The Lambs are scheduled to travel to Gateshead on Friday 23 October before returning to The Lamb Ground for a home fixture against Scunthorpe United on Tuesday 27 October.

Supporters can follow club announcements for further match information.

Royal Sutton Fun Run Presentation Evening 2025

Last week saw the annual presentation evening for the Royal Sutton Fun Run

Participants in this year’s 42nd Royal Sutton Fun Run have chosen 154 charities and voluntary organisations to benefit from the £285,570 they have raised in 2025. The fourth highest total on record since the event began in 1982.

Event Director, Tracey Spare said: “Fun Run participants have raised another staggering sum of money for their chosen charities & voluntary organisations, which is particularly pleasing when you consider the challenging domestic financial challenges.

The total raised and distributed since the first Royal Sutton Fun Run in 1982 has now reached over £5.68million.

Picture 1:

Dominic Robson, [Headteacher] Claire Bolton [Business Development], Nyla Baig & Jonas Echeta [Charity Captains] – Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School presented to Rachel McNair & Kerrie Henry-Edge, BIRMINGHAM MIND

Picture 2:

Andy Perks [Inktree] & Giles Edmunds & Lakhdeep Kaur [Directors, Specsavers Sutton Coldfield & Mere Green] & Karl Rowntree [MD, RotoSpa] presented to Jackie Price, Centre Manager & Trevor Saadi [Chair] SUTTON COLDFIELD CANCER SUPPORT CENTRE.

Picture 3:

Mark Thomas, Director, Gemini Wealth Management presented to Vicky Burford, CEO PANS PANDAS UK

Cheque 4:

James Pike, Vanessa Hoe & Nicola Davies [RSFR Directors] presented to Elle Huguet, Assistant Fundraising Manager, GOOD HOPE HOSPITAL CHARITY

Picture 5:

Kira McClure, Dave Steggles & Abbi Brown – Charity Leaders, Sertec & Amy Cox, Owner FIT Sutton Coldfield presented to Amanda Devlin, Regional Fundraiser, BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL.

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