Why should I watch..?

Two of the Northern Premier League’s most in-form teams meet in one of the ties of the first qualifying round.

Witton Albion occupy top spot in Division One South after winning each of their four matches in August, while Buxton lead the way in the Premier Division with five victories from their first half-dozen games.

They’ve been among the goals too, with 22 between them.

Numbers game

After winning five games in league and cup last month, this is Albion’s best start to a campaign since 1981.

The Northwich outfit have also never lost to Buxton in an FA Cup tie after being paired together in the draw on five previous occasions.

Man to keep an eye on

Brad Bauress

The former Blackburn midfielder is a key figure in Carl Macauley’s side, providing quality from set pieces and clever movement from his starting position on the left of Albion’s midfield.

Showed his composure as well to convert a penalty that dragged Albion back into a contest with Market Drayton Town on Bank Holiday Monday that they went on to win.

Albion team news

Midfielder Paul Williams (groin) remains a doubt after sitting out Witton’s past three matches.

Front man Tolani Omotola, on loan from National League side Tranmere, has permission from his parent club to play in the FA Cup for Albion.

Most recent meetings

Witton 1-1 Buxton (NPL Premier, January 17 2015)

Buxton 0-3 Witton (NPL Premier, November 25 2014)

Witton 0-1 Buxton (NPL Premier, December 7 2013)

Form (past six in all competitions)

Witton W W W W W

Buxton W W W L W W

Essential information

Kick off 3pm

Admission Adults £9, Concessions (OAP) £6, Students £4, Under 15s Free

Replay date Tuesday, September 6 (7.45pm)

Prize fund £3,000