Challinor Eyes Fylde History In FA Cup Replay

The Coasters were defeated at the weekend against Boreham Wood but now turn their attention to trying to reach the third round of the competition and the chance to face Premier League side AFC Bournemouth, writes Tom Feaheny.

“We have a big task in front of us but one which we are looking forward to and we go there with with nothing to lose," Challinor told the club's website.

“We will have to be right at it to get anything and get that bit of luck, but fingers crossed we can cause an upset. The first game confirmed what we already knew, they are a very good side that are difficult to play against. We had watch videos and studied them but the original tie gave us a ‘real life’ insight into their play and that will benefit us."

The chance of beating the highest place team in the second round and then taking on a Premier League side is something Challinor says his players are relishing.

“These occasions are the the reason why you play football. You can take them for granted at times, but they can be few and far between at this level so you have to cherish them.

“We have taken some belief from the first game and proved that we can compete against clubs much higher up the pyramid than ourselves."

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