‘Complete dismay’ – Horsham FC committee vice-chairman writes to South Yorkshire Police after Barnsley FA Cup tie is moved

By Matt Pole
Published 23rd Oct 2023, 12:04 BST
Updated 23rd Oct 2023, 12:27 BST
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Horsham FC committee vice-chairman Mark Barrett has written to South Yorkshire Police Commissioner Dr Alan Billings to express his ‘complete dismay’ at the forces’ decision to move the Hornets’ highly-anticipated FA Cup first round proper tie at Barnsley.

Horsham’s Cup clash at Oakwell will kick-off at 7.45pm on Friday, November 3 following consultation with local emergency services.

The decision to move the game - which will not be broadcast on television - has been widely criticised by Hornets and Tykes supporters alike.

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Fans have said the decision to move the FA Cup tie to a weekday evening will deny Horsham supporters a chance to attend