Droitwich Spa are already eyeing a trip to Wembley ahead of their second round Isuzu FA Vase clash with Ashby Ivanhoe.

Andy Crowther's side will take a break from Uhlsport Hellenic League action on Saturday (November 9) at 3pm, where they currently hold a nine-point lead at the top of the table.

The Saltmen's run in the national cup competition equals their best-ever run.

The final will take place at Wembley Stadium, with prize money up for grabs for progressing through each round.

So far, Droitwich have eliminated Nuneaton Griff, Bewdley Town, and Holbeach United, scoring 15 goals and conceding five over the three matches.

They have some momentum on their side, having only been beaten once so far in their 19 games across all competitions this season.

However, Saturday's opponents will present a different challenge.

Ashby, who Droitwich faced in the 2022-23 Midland Football League Division 1 Play-off Final, compete at step five in the United Counties League Premier Division.

The Knights won the match with an injury-time winner, and have since kept the core of their squad together, much like the Saltmen.

The Leicestershire side finished 11th last season and reached the fourth round of the Isuzu FA Vase before being eliminated by Stourport Swifts.

The tie will be Ashby's first in this season's competition, and they currently sit 10th in the league table.

At the NFU Sports Ground, Ashby have been strong, suffering just two defeats in seven home games across all competitions.

However, they have lost their last two matches, including a 1-0 defeat to Harrowby United.

The Saltmen's form this season has been exceptional, with just one defeat in 19 games across all competitions.

Cory Rudd will be unavailable due to suspension, but Dom Rogerson and Lewis Phillips are expected to be fit after picking up knocks last week.

If Droitwich win on Saturday, they will set a new club record by reaching the third round of the competition.

Adults can get in for £8, 13-17's for £2, and under 12's for free.

The supporters coach departs at 11.30am from Droitwich Leisure Centre, priced at £10 per seat.

Contact Steve Charlwood to book: 07967031906.