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Sam Carroll

Marine given green-light by Football Association for FA Cup 'dream of all dreams' against Tottenham Hotspur

The Football Association [FA] have confirmed Marine can host Tottenham Hotspur at their home stadium in Crosby next month during their FA Cup third round tie.

Reports incorrectly claimed the historic match-up could have been moved to Anfield to satisfy coronavirus protocols.

But after consultations with the FA, Merseyside Police and Sefton Council Building Control and Highways departments, practical arrangements around the Marine Travel Arena have been made.

The club are also receiving ongoing advice from the Sports Grounds Safety Authority.

Marine officials are hopeful that a limited number of spectators will be allowed into the venue for the tie but are yet to be given confirmation from the FA.

“This is the most magical cup tie in the history of the FA Cup attracting interest from football fans around the world," Marine chairman Paul Leary said.

"For Marine to be playing Tottenham Hotspur at home and to be shown live on BBC is the dream of all dreams.

"For our fans, players, staff and sponsors, for our neighbours, the residents of Crosby and Sefton it will be a wonderful and fantastic occasion and one that we will remember for years.”

Marine have beaten Barnoldswick Town, Frickley Athletic, Runcorn Linnets, Nantwich Town, Chester, Colchester United and Havant and Waterlooville to reach the third round of the FA Cup.

The game is set to see the largest gap between two teams in FA Cup history when the Premier League leaders visit the eighth-tier outfit.

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