Truro City aim to avoid FA Cup qualifying shock

Truro City are eager to prevent an unwanted surprise in their FA Cup third qualifying round match against ninth-tier Cirencester Town, according to head of football Alex Black. The Tinners will host the ninth-tier team, who have already advanced past four rounds, in search of a spot in the final round of qualification later this month.

Black spoke to BBC Radio Cornwall, noting that Cirencester's recent upset against sixth-tier Farnham Town, which knocked them out after a 2-1 victory in a replay, exemplifies their propensity for causing surprises. Black acknowledged that while it's unusual for Truro to be the favored side in such a situation, they are determined to play with professionalism and secure a win to advance to the next round.

Truro City started the season strongly after their relegation from last season, currently sitting sixth in the National League South, just two points behind leaders Maidstone United and Dagenham and Redbridge. They could potentially climb to the top if they win their upcoming game against Farnham Town on Tuesday. Black emphasized the team's shared objective of maintaining a focus on league performance alongside their cup run, aiming to replicate their previous positive cup experience from the previous season.