Hitchin Town made a commanding statement in the FA Cup with a 3-0 victory over Biggleswade Town on September 9, 2026. The hosts delivered a near-flawless performance, scoring three times without reply to leave their local rivals with no answers and secure a comfortable route into the next round.

Match overview

This was a derby-style occasion between two sides eager to make progress in the FA Cup, but it was Hitchin Town who controlled the game from an early stage. Playing with purpose and confidence in front of their home supporters, Hitchin dominated possession and looked dangerous every time they attacked.

Hitchin Town’s attacking display

Hitchin’s opening goal set the tone and gave them the platform they needed to settle into the tie. Rather than sit back, they continued to push forward and were rewarded with a second goal, leaving Biggleswade Town with a significant deficit to overturn. The third goal then put the game beyond any doubt and allowed Hitchin to manage the latter stages comfortably.

Biggleswade Town struggled to find a rhythm throughout the match. They had some encouraging spells but were too often undone by Hitchin’s high press and quick passing. Their defensive efforts were tested repeatedly, and on the day they simply could not cope with the quality of their hosts.

Big result for Hitchin Town

For Hitchin Town, this 3-0 victory represents exactly the kind of performance the club will have hoped for when the FA Cup draw paired them with Biggleswade Town. The clean sheet is an added bonus and gives the team confidence moving forward. For Biggleswade Town, the defeat is a disappointment, but there will be a quick chance to regroup as their focus returns to league competition.