? FA Vase Match Preview

Campion AFC vs Penrith AFC
? Sunday 24th August 2025
? Anytime Couriers Stadium

Campion return to cup action this weekend as we welcome Penrith AFC to the Anytime Couriers Stadium for the first-ever meeting between the two clubs.

? Campion – Recent Form

It’s been a mixed run of results for Lee Ashforth and Sean Regan’s side. After an impressive 2–1 away win at Golcar on the opening day, Campion battled to a hard-fought 1–1 draw with Pickering before suffering back-to-back cup and league frustrations – a 3–0 Emirates FA Cup defeat to Trafford and a late heartbreak against Handsworth where two last-minute goals saw the game finish 2–2.

Despite those setbacks, performances have been strong, and the attacking threat of Paddy Sykes and the creativity of Aidan Day will once again be crucial as Campion look to progress in the Vase.

? Penrith – Recent Form

Our visitors from Cumbria compete in the Northern League Division One and arrive in Bradford looking to make their mark in this year’s competition. Penrith come into the tie with steady early-season form, mixing solid defensive displays with a hard-working attacking style. This will be their first trip to the Anytime Couriers Stadium, and they’ll be eager to upset their higher-division hosts.

⚽ Key Stats

This is the first-ever meeting between Campion and Penrith.

Campion have scored in every competitive game so far this season.

Paddy Sykes has scored 5 in 5 matches since his return to the club.

Penrith’s last Vase run saw them reach the Second Round.

With both sides keen to make a statement in the FA Vase, a competitive and entertaining cup tie awaits in BD9