Crawley Town manager Kevin Blackwell eyes FA Cup run against Wimborne Town

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Crawley Town manager Kevin Blackwell eyes FA Cup run against Wimborne Town
Summary

Crawley Town's interim manager Kevin Blackwell has encouraged his players to pursue a dream FA Cup run as they prepare to face Wimborne Town. Crawley aims to overcome a poor league standing, currently at the bottom of League Two, and has only one win in their last seven FA Cup matches. Blackwell emphasizes the importance of treating the match against the seventh-tier club seriously, recalling his own memorable FA Cup experiences. The match is set to showcase Crawley’s potential resurgence in knockout football.

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  • •Crawley Town is bottom of League Two with one FA Cup win in seven matches.
  • •Kevin Blackwell wants his team to seize the opportunity in the FA Cup.
  • •Crawley faces Wimborne Town, who play three divisions below them.
  • •Blackwell has a history with the FA Cup, including a notable semi-final.
  • •The match is an opportunity for Crawley to revive their season.
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Interim boss Kevin Blackwell wants Crawley Town to dream as they chase a repeat of previous memorable FA Cup runs.

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