Woking face AFC Fylde on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in their third National League fixture of the season, aiming for their first win. The visitors have drawn and lost their first two matches, while Fylde have four points from two games. New signings and a youthful coach could tip the balance. Woking enter the match following a 0-0 draw against West Brom Under 21’s in the National League cup, after defeats against Gateshead and Sutton United. Fylde drew 2-2 against Wealdstone before a 2-1 win against Tamworth. The sides last met in the 2024/25 campaign, with Woking earning four points from two fixtures.
Opposition Watch
AFC Fylde arrive with a wave of positivity, unbeaten in their first two National League matches. The club secured 100 points in National League North for promotion last season and tested pre-season strength against Blackpool and Wigan Athletic. Summer signings include Greg Olley from York City and former Cardinal Aaron Drewe. Coach Craig Mahon, appointed ahead of their National League North campaign, aims to build on their recent form.
Around the Ground
The match kicks off at 12:30pm with gates opening at 10:30am. Standing tickets (online) range from £5 for under-14s to £23 for adults, while seated tickets are £6 to £25. Food and drink will be available around the ground.
Player to Watch
20-year-old Danny Ormerod, Fylde’s top scorer last season with 26 goals, is in stellar form. He has already netted this term and added six assists. Ormerod will be key for Fylde’s attacking threat.
