Match Preview | Bracknell Town v Chichester City
Match Preview | Bracknell Town v Chichester City
Bracknell Town welcome Chichester City to Bottom Meadow on Saturday 17 October, with kick off at 3pm, as the Robins look to build momentum in the Southern League Premier South.
With Harry Cooksley and Anthony Cheshire returning to the squad, Adam Hopkins has additional options available ahead of a challenging afternoon against visitors arriving on the back of successive league victories.
The focus for the Robins is on producing a committed performance, maintaining standards throughout the game and making home advantage count.
The Opposition
Chichester City travel to Bottom Meadow in confident mood after collecting six points from their last two league outings.
A 3–1 home victory over Plymouth Parkway was followed by a 3–2 win away at Sholing on Tuesday evening. With six goals across those two matches, the visitors have shown their attacking threat and will be looking to continue that form on Saturday.
For Bracknell, concentration and organisation will be important, alongside the quality and composure needed to create opportunities at the other end.
Team news | Cooksley and Cheshire return
Harry Cooksley returns to the squad after missing the past two weeks due to work commitments. His availability provides a welcome boost, adding creativity, experience and another option as Hopkins considers his selection for the visit of Chichester.
There is further positive news with Anthony Cheshire returning following a spell with Ashford, where he has gained valuable match minutes as part of his recovery. Having Anthony back in contention strengthens the options available to the management team and increases competition for places.
Everyone at Bracknell Town would like to thank Tuffs and Ashford for their support in helping Anthony progress towards his return. We look forward to seeing him back in a Robins shirt.
Injury update | Fearn and Ramos remain unavailable
CJ Fearn remains sidelined as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury. His leadership, experience and presence continue to be missed, and everyone at the club is looking forward to welcoming him back when he is fully fit.
Striker Rafa Ramos also remains unavailable as he works through his rehabilitation from a troublesome knee injury. Rafa has been assessed by a specialist and underwent shockwave treatment this week as part of his ongoing recovery programme. The hope is that this will support his progress towards a return to action.
Both players continue to have the full backing of everyone at the club.
The Robins’ Focus
The return of important players is an encouraging step as Bracknell look to build greater consistency. More options bring competition for places, but the expectations remain the same for everyone selected: work hard, take responsibility and maintain standards from the first whistle to the last.
Against a Chichester side coming into the fixture with confidence, the Robins will need to compete across the pitch, respond positively to the challenges of the game and make the most of their opportunities.
Saturday provides another chance to take a step forward, with the backing of the home support an important part of that effort.
Make an afternoon of it at Bottom Meadow
Supporters can enjoy a full afternoon of football, with Everton v Chelsea shown live at 12:30pm before the Robins take centre stage at 3pm.
Between 12:30pm and 2pm, all draught beer will be available for £4, bottled beers and cans for £2.50, and soft drinks for £1. There will also be a giveaway featuring a brand new IPA, with further details to follow.
After our match, Newcastle United v Aston Villa will be shown live at 5:30pm, giving supporters another reason to stay and enjoy the afternoon together.
Match Details
Fixture: Bracknell Town v Chichester City
Competition: Southern League Premier South
Date: Saturday 17 October 2026
Kick off: 3pm
Venue: Bottom Meadow, Sandhurst, GU47 9BJ
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Get behind the team, bring the noise and help the Robins make home advantage count.
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