Tuesday evening will see Simon Johnson and his Cityzens make the short journey to Ascot to take on Berks County at the Racecourse.

Having won 3-1 on Saturday at home to British Airways, Johnson will be hoping that his side continue to build momentum during the busy festive period.

ABOUT THE OPPOSITION

Berks County FC has an intriguing history marked by steady growth and notable achievements. The club’s origins trace back to 2009, with the founding of two clubs by Richard Lloyd and Steve Kay, who remain actively involved as President and Secretary, respectively. These roots set the foundation for the 2014 merger of Bracknell Rovers and Sunninghill Saints, which marked the establishment of Berks County’s senior team. Their inclusion in the Thames Valley Premier League signified their initial steps into competitive football.

A significant milestone came in 2021 when the club was admitted to the Combined Counties League Division One, showcasing its ambitions for higher-level football. By the 2023–24 season, the team achieved promotion to Step 5 of the National League System, underlining their rapid progress within English football’s league structure.

Berks County has also made strides in national competitions, entering the prestigious FA Vase in the 2021–22 season and the FA Cup in 2024–25, marking their presence on the broader footballing stage. These developments reflect the club’s growing stature and aspirations.

HEAD-TO-HEAD

Our first competitive meeting against Berks County took place here at the Rivermoor on Saturday 16^th November and ended with City taking all three points with a 3-1 win.

Simon Johnson will be hoping that his side can do the double over Berks County, when we face them again on Tuesday evening.

City come into Tuesday night’s game on the back of a 3-1 win over British Airways here at the Rivermoor, Berks County come into this game on the back of a 1-0 defeat on the road to Risborough Rangers.

TICKETS

Simon Johnson and his Cityzens would appreciate your support on the road, admission details are below:

Prices are:

Adults: £7.50
Concessions: £5.00
Under 16: £2.00

THE RACECOURSE GROUND

Address:  Ascot United Football Club, Winkfield Road, Ascot, SL5 7LJ

GETTING HERE

By Car:  Take the A329 (M) from Reading.

Continue onto A329(M) (signs for M4)

Keep right to stay on A329(M)

Continue onto Berkshire Way/A329

Use the left lane to merge onto Berkshire Way/A329

At Doncastle Roundabout, take the 1st exit and stay on Berkshire Way/A329

At Twin Bridges Roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Downshire Way/A322

Continue onto Downshire Way/A322

At Horse and Groom Roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Broad Lane

At the roundabout, take the 1st exit and stay on Broad Lane

At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on Broad Lane

At Running Horse Roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto London Road/A329

At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Windsor Road/A332

At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Winkfield Rd/A330

In 0.5 miles, turn left.

The Racecourse Ground will be on the right.

By Rail: From Reading take trains in the direction of London Waterloo and disembark at Ascot.

Once you have disembarked, leave Ascot Railway Station via the Main Entrance.

Head north on Station Hill/A330

At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto High St/A329

Turn left onto Course Road

Turn right

Turn left onto Winkfield Rd/A330

Turn right

The Racecourse Ground will be on the right

FACILITIES

Please note that the Racecourse Ground is a cashless venue. All payments are card only.