Macclesfield
Nub News Logo
Nub News

Silkmen discover FA Cup second round qualifier opponents

By Matthew Hancock-Bruce 1st Sep 2025

Macclesfield FC's FA Cup second round qualifier opponents have been confirmed (Credit: Nub News)
Macclesfield FC's FA Cup second round qualifier opponents have been confirmed (Credit: Nub News)

Macclesfield FC have discovered who they will face in the FA Cup.

The Silkmen have been drawn at home to Atherton Laburnum Rovers in the second round of qualifying of the world's oldest national football competition.

John Rooney's side's FA Cup journey will begin at the Leasing.com Stadium on Saturday, September 13.

They will hoping to improve on last season's performance, when they reached the fourth qualifying round, where they were beaten 4-2 away at Tamworth.

The club has confirmed that ticket details for the clash with Atherton will be released in 'due course'.

     

CHECK OUT OUR Jobs Section HERE!
macclesfield vacancies updated hourly!
Click here to see more: macclesfield jobs

     

Good reason (not) to support local news.

Local News is essential for Macclesfield's community.
So, what's the reason not to support local news?

Honest answer:
Not everyone can afford to pay for news.

That's why Macclesfield Nub News does not have a paywall.
If you are not able to help at the moment -
continue read us for free.
Monthly supporters will enjoy:
Ad-free experience

Share:


Sign-up for our FREE newsletter...

We want to provide macclesfield with more and more clickbait-free news.

     

...or become a Supporter.
Macclesfield. Your Town. Your News.

Local news is essential for our community — but it needs your support.
Your donation makes a real difference.
For monthly donators:
Ad-free experience