Carlisle United prepare for their FA Cup fourth round qualifying match against Tamworth this Saturday following a run of mixed results in the league. The tie at Brunton Park kicks off at 3pm local time on October 17.
The Blues sit 14th in the National League with 17 points from 13 games. Their recent form shows two wins, a draw and two losses, a sequence they will want to improve upon in the cup.
Opposition analysis
Tamworth arrive after a 2-1 home defeat to Barrow last weekend. Their last five outings include three league wins, a cup victory over Leeds United's under-21s and that recent loss. Their starting lineup against Barrow featured goalkeeper Lovett and a midfield including McGlinchey and Tyrese Shade.
Match context
Carlisle's last outing was a goalless home draw with Kidderminster Harriers on October 10. The starting eleven that day included goalkeeper Desbois, defender Nicholson and forwards Ajiboye and Linney. Ajiboye scored twice in the 3-1 win at Aldershot Town earlier this month.
No team news or injury updates are available ahead of the cup clash.
The winner of this qualifying tie progresses in the competition, with the financial rewards of a cup run a potential boost. Carlisle's next league fixture is away to 23rd-placed Solihull Moors on October 24.
