FOLLOWING THE SALTMEN

Preview: Abingdon United v Droitwich Spa FC – 14 September 2024

Originally the County Town of Berkshire, Abingdon is now located in on the banks of the river Thames in Oxfordshire. Wikipedia is silent as to how they moved the town, lock, stock and barrel to a completely different county but it suggests that Abingdonians have a tenacious nature and have no fear of hard work.

The town is famed as the spiritual home of MG cars and Abingdon School’s alumni include founding members of the band Radiohead.

With five wins from their opening six games, our hosts on Saturday must be seen as legitimate title contenders.

Formed immediately after WW2, the club has a storied history and as recently as 2012-2013, United competed in the Southern League before voluntarily returning to the Hellenic League, where they have played in both the premier division and division one.

An opening day defeat at home to Wantage has been United’s only league defeat in the league to date so our Saltmen will certainly be up against it. However, we can hope that two consecutive no shows from opposition teams means Spa should be well rested and ready for the test.

I’m sure your support would really help, so I hope to see you there.

Cheers

Steve