Boro made hard work of it, but made it through safely to the 1st round proper of the FA Cup after beating Chelmsford City at Melbourne Park. Graham Westley named a strong side, knowing that the Blue Square South side would be no pushovers. Eddie Odhiambo came back into the side on the left wing while Yemi Odubade once again partnered the in form Charlie Griffin upfront.

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Yesterday was my first ever trip to Essex in my time here in the UK, so it was with some excitement that I gazed out of the window as we exited the M25 to the unseen territory east of the metropolis. I know that you are not supposed to get excited about going to Essex. Travelling anywhere new, and I mean anywhere, always brings a smile to my face, though. Click to continue reading...

Okay, the honest truth is that we lost. It hurts, and it hurt all the way back on the four hour journey from Chelmsford to Bath. BUT, City fans can take a lot of encouragement from today's match.
Before I begin my description of today's match, I first want to outline what I will be doing on the blog for the next few days. Click to continue reading...