Berkhamsted manager Chris Devane said his players would not watch the FA Cup second-round draw before the club's first-round tie at Plymouth Parkway on Monday. “I've told the players they're not allowed anywhere near it. Someone could tell me if they want who we get. I'm not really bothered about it,” he said.
Draw and match arrangements
Berkhamsted were due to play fellow Southern League Premier Division South side Plymouth Parkway in the final tie of the FA Cup first round on Monday, with the second-round draw scheduled before the 19:30 kick-off. The tie was due to be broadcast to an international television audience.
Berkhamsted's route to the first round
Berkhamsted had beaten Bishop's Stortford, Hendon, Redditch United and Southend United to reach the first round. The club had won £20,625 from the FA's prize fund.
Prize money
The winners of the tie were due to take £47,750, while the losers were due to receive £15,800. Both clubs were due to receive £50,000 because the tie had been selected for broadcast.
Travel and preparation
Berkhamsted was formed in 2009 after Berkhamsted Town folded. The team travelled to Devon on Sunday, with its part-time players due to return home on Tuesday and many needing to take unpaid leave from work.
Speaking to BBC Three Counties Radio, Devane said: “I'm really intrigued to see how much will a proper day of rest, prep and pre-match meal actually helps them.”
