Boxing Day Showdown: Altrincham Hosts Halifax in a Thrilling Promotion Battle

It’s one of the most traditional football fixtures, and Altrincham fans can expect another memorable Boxing Day when promotion rivals FC Halifax Town visit The J.Davidson Stadium on December 26th.
The matchday experience at Alty now includes far more than just 90 minutes of high-quality action on the pitch, and the eagerly anticipated Boxing Day clash with the Shaymen will be no exception, with plans in place for a wide range of attractions to keep everyone entertained throughout the afternoon and into the early evening.

The game itself is enough to whet the appetite, a long-standing cross-Pennine rivalry that always produces a relentless level of intensity from both sides and promises more of the same this time, given Halifax trail us only on goal difference in the battle for play-off places in the Vanarama National League.
But there’s so much more, including the fact that the game is scheduled for 3 p.m. on a day that has historically been associated with athletic efforts.

If the many joys of Christmas Day are played out indoors, the emphasis on Boxing Day is very much on getting out, and what better way for Robins fans to celebrate than a trip down Moss Lane for an afternoon of top-class football and all that comes with it.

Our doors open at 1pm, and there are numerous ways to tailor your matchday experience to your preferences, such as enjoying a pre-match drink in the warmth of the Community Sports Hall, exploring the unique atmosphere of the Fan Zone, or treating yourself to hospitality in the John King Lounge.

If you’ve been giving out gifts to everyone this Christmas and think it’s about time you got one yourself, a seat at one of the tables in our new, updated hospitality setting is unquestionably the reward you deserve.

In addition to a complimentary pre-match bar, there is a two-course meal that is increasingly praised for its culinary brilliance and can be consumed while listening to an address from a member of the Alty playing or coaching staff.
You will receive a complimentary Robins Review match programme, with the Boxing Day issue featuring an in-depth interview with former Halifax defender Tylor Golden, as well as a team sheet and half-time refreshments.

You will be greeted with a reserved seat in the Family Stand, as well as a cash bar at half-time and full-time. There will also be a post-match interview in the lounge with at least one of the main players from the afternoon’s game.

With the entire package starting at £70, you couldn’t ask for greater value, and it’s no surprise that tickets for the Boxing Day game are selling quickly. There are still a few available, and you may book your spot.

The CSH, with its well-stocked bar that runs almost the length of the room, has long been a favourite among Alty supporters for pre-match food and drinks, as well as a convivial catch-up with fellow fans, and the shutters will go up at 1pm.
The Fan Zone has been a huge hit with Moss Lane regulars, thanks to the authentic delights of curries that have become a must-have pre-match meal for so many people, as well as the quality of beers supplied by favourite local breweries such as Sureshot, Titanic, Cloudwater, Pomona Island, Silent Brew Co, and Hogan’s Cider.

With the added incentive of an interview with a guest whose name has yet to be announced, it’s quickly becoming the preferred destination from 1pm onwards for an increasing number of Alty supporters.

Wherever you go after entering the ground, who is not in charge of admissions? You can book your ticket and ensure a place at one of the games of the season.

Boxing Day is only a little more than a week away, so if you still need to buy Christmas presents, stop by our town centre retail store and peruse the large selection of products on display. This week, it will be open from Wednesday to Sunday, and you will always be greeted warmly and given helpful assistance to help you locate the perfect gift.

On the 26th, we hope to have a pop-up shop inside the stadium, and half-season tickets will be available for purchase until kickoff.

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