Boldmere St Michaels edge past Chasetown in FA Cup tussle

Boldmere St Michaels began their 2026-27 FA Cup campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chasetown at Trevor Jones Memorial Ground on August 22, 2026. A single goal was enough to separate the two non-league sides in an Extra Preliminary Round clash that was heavy on endeavour but light on clear-cut chances.

Boldmere, plying their trade in the Northern Premier League Division One Midlands, showed the sharper edge in the final third. The decisive moment arrived in the second half when a well-worked move down the right flank was finished emphatically, sending the home supporters home happy and booking the Mikes' place in the next qualifying round.

Match overview

The opening exchanges were scrappy, with both teams aware of the financial and prestige rewards attached to a decent FA Cup run. Chasetown, who travel from the Southern League Premier Division Central, enjoyed plenty of possession but rarely troubled the home goalkeeper. Boldmere, by contrast, looked dangerous on the counter-attack and perhaps should have added a second late on as Chasetown pushed forward in search of an equaliser.

It was a disciplined defensive display from Boldmere, who protected their lead with composure in the closing stages. Chasetown's best opportunity came from a set-piece that was headed just over, but the visitors could have no complaints on the balance of play.

What it means

This result gives Boldmere St Michaels a welcome early-season confidence boost and a first scalp in the world's oldest domestic cup competition. For Chasetown, it is an early exit and a reminder of the fine margins that define cup football. Both clubs will now turn their attention back to league duties before the next round rolls around.

The victory also earns Boldmere a small slice of prize money and, more importantly, another shot at cup glory in the Preliminary Round as the road to Wembley continues.