BRAGGING RIGHTS ON THE LINE AS ARMADA FACE OLD RIVALS IN SENIOR CUP CLASH
Relentless Armada seek to reign again in fiery local showdown

THE STORY SO FAR
Armada FC return to cup action in explosive fashion, reigniting their fierce rivalry with Oldbury United this Saturday in what promises to be a high-octane Senior Cup tie. These two clubs know each other well, but it was Armada who came out swinging in their last encounter – a pulsating 2-1 derby victory that saw professionalism and passion eclipse Oldbury's chaotic display.

That win was more than just three points—it was a message. Armada outclassed Oldbury both tactically and emotionally, showing discipline on the pitch and unity off it. With that fiery memory still fresh, the Blue Army are fired up and focused on repeating their dominance in cup fashion.

TEAM NEWS
Preparations have been strong following last week’s disciplined win. The squad has been training with intensity and cohesion, with the core group building chemistry in both shape and transitions.

✅ Available: Nicholas, Francis, Uzair, Siraj, Olaolu, Arafat, Romay, Richard, Mubarik, Edrissa, Muyiwa, Harry, Abdul, Masoom, Leandre, Tomasz
❌ Unavailable: Ahmadi (Injured), Konateh (Absent), Riaz (Injured), Junaid (Absent), Naqash (Injured), Pardale (Injured), Shoaib (Absent)

The coach will finalise the matchday squad following the warm-up, but the depth in midfield and energy on the flanks are expected to be key weapons.

TEAM STATS
This is Armada’s first cup match of the season, and there’s no underestimating the importance of setting the tone. Early cup wins can ignite the squad, and with away days often proving tricky, the team is working hard behind the scenes to make sure they hit the ground running. Training intensity has lifted, and the dressing room is united with a single goal—progression.

OPPOSITION FORM
Oldbury United enter this tie on shaky footing. In the league, they've yet to record a win—Played 2, Drawn 1, Lost 1, and sitting on a goal difference of -2. Their cup campaign saw them bag two goals, but defensively they remain vulnerable.

Their main threats lie in Elves De Sousa, Danish Sharma, and Tawanda Chekero, who’ve combined for five goals this season. However, their lack of structure is glaring—the opposition don’t even track their assist makers, revealing the disorganised underbelly that could be exposed by a disciplined Armada performance.

PRESS CONFERENCE
“The last time we faced Oldbury, we showed what we're capable of—passion, structure, and discipline. Saturday’s cup tie is another opportunity to raise the bar. These boys know what this means to the club and to our fans. We’re not just turning up—we’re coming to dominate” Shahid Khan, Head Coach, Armada FC.

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