MATCH PREVIEW: MANSFIELD TOWN (A)

6 Nov 2026

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The Silkmen are back in Emirates FA Cup action away at Mansfield Town in the first-round proper on Saturday afternoon.

John Rooney’s men head into the cup tie in Nottinghamshire following a 3-0 victory at Bedford Town in the Enterprise National League North last weekend, as Danny Elliott’s double and Luke Duffy’s strike secured three points.

To reach the first-round proper, Macc have overcome Scarborough Athletic and Anstey Nomads in replays, with a trip to the One Call Stadium now awaiting the Silkmen.

Nigel Clough’s Stags are 11th in Sky Bet League One having collected 19 points from their first 13 games, winning five, drawing four and losing four.

Club Address:

One Call Stadium

Quarry Ln

Mansfield

Nottinghamshire

NG18 5DA

Match Details:

Date: Saturday 7th November

Kick-Off: 3:00pm

Kit Colours:

MANSFIELD: YELLOW/BLUE/BLUE

SILKMEN: BLUE/BLUE/BLUE

Team News:

Josh Kay is available to return after suspension. Elliot Osborne remains suspended.

Matty Apter will be assessed before Saturday’s clash.

New recruit Muhamed Diomande is eligible to make his Silkmen debut after signing for the Club on Tuesday.

Lincoln McFayden and Luis Lacey have both stepped up their recoveries from respective injuries, with a view to a return in the coming weeks.

Ticket News:

Tickets remain on sale for Saturday’s game. The Silkmen are set to be cheered on by over 800 travelling supporters.

Two full away blocks have been sold out. Thank you for your outstanding support once again.

The Emirates FA Cup created unforgettable memories last season, so get behind John and the lads this weekend.

Ticket prices are as follows – 

Adult: £15.00

Carer: £0.00

Concession: £7.50

Purchase your tickets by clicking here.

Match Arrangements:

The fixture is segregated, meaning that Silkmen supporters will be in the North Stand of the ground. 

Official club car parking at Mansfield Town is restricted and generally unavailable for away supporters on a matchday.

Silkmen supporters can use nearby council-run car parks, train station parking, or pre-book spaces a short walk from the ground.

Match Updates: 

We will be providing live in-match updates via our social media channels throughout the game.

Supporters can find our social media channels below:

X – @thesilkmen

Instagram – @thesilkmen

Facebook – Macclesfield FC

Full audio commentary will be provided on our Mixlr channel from approximately 14:45. You can find the link to listen HERE

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