Tamworth boss Andy Peaks has spoken on the recent FA Cup third-round draw against the Lilywhites, he says “we are buzzing” as his National League side prepares to host the match.
For Tamworth FC, a club deeply rooted in the English Midlands, the draw against Spurs is nothing short of a dream.
The Lambs, as they are affectionately known, currently compete in the National League—the fifth tier of English football—after earning promotion from the National League North last season.
Although their league campaign has been a mixed bag, sitting 16th with seven wins from 19 games, their FA Cup form has been a different story entirely.
Peaks’ men have already dispatched League One sides Huddersfield Town and Burton Albion, the latter in a dramatic penalty shootout led by their goalkeeper and captain, Jas Singh, who doubles as a building surveyor.
For the people of Tamworth, this third-round tie is more than just a football match—it is an opportunity to showcase their town and club on a national stage.
With The Lamb Ground’s capacity of just under 5,000 set to be tested to its limits, the atmosphere promises to be electric as Spurs make the 118-mile journey north.
The FA Cup draw delivered one of its classic pairings, pitting Premier League heavyweights Tottenham Hotspur against Tamworth FC. This is a game all Tamworth FC fans are excited for and their manager is just as excited.
Speaking to the BBC, as relayed by football.london, manager Andy Peaks, said: “Yeah, we’re happy with that draw, We want it to be at home, obviously a Premier League club of that magnitude is absolutely brilliant. We’re delighted with that.”
“It’s a huge step up to be honest, I’m not going to lie. The town will be absolutely buzzing for it. It’ll be sold out and it’ll be a great atmosphere so it’s one we can really look forward to.”
The game is set to take place on January 11, 2025, at The Lamb Ground stadium, without a doubt it represents a monumental moment for Tamworth.
This will be the first time Tamworth and Tottenham have faced each other, and the Lambs have never tasted Premier League football. Yet, their history is peppered with notable cup runs.
Peaks will undoubtedly draw on these experiences to galvanise his squad, reminding them that the FA Cup is a competition where the impossible often becomes reality.
As the countdown to this highly anticipated fixture begins, all eyes will be on The Lamb Ground.
Whether Peaks’ side can conjure a giant-killing performance remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Tamworth’s journey through this year’s FA Cup will be remembered as a tale of perseverance, passion, and the unyielding belief that anything is possible in football.
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