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FA Cup anti-climax as Swindon Town dealt disappointing draw in third round as reward for win over Bolton Wanderers

Town’s players, staff and fans were dreaming of a trip to a big Premier League side, the prospect of a giant visiting the County Ground, or at least a local derby. Instead, it’ll be a trip to Salford City.

08.12.25, 20:01 3 Min Read

by Sam MorsheadEditor

It was anti-climax for Swindon Town on FA Cup third-round draw night, as the Robins’ reward for their sensational win over Bolton Wanderers was as disappointing a tie as was practically possible.

Town’s players, staff and fans were dreaming of a trip to a big Premier League side, the prospect of a giant visiting the County Ground, or at least a local derby.

Instead, it’ll be a trip to Salford City.

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