Altrincham FC has announced that entry to a home match next week will be free for all fans.

The club's home fixture against Manchester United Under-21s in the National League Cup will be free of charge, thanks to sponsorship from AO, the front-of-shirt sponsor.

AO, the electrical retailer, has agreed to sponsor the match, allowing Altrincham to offer free tickets to all attendees.

The match is expected to be an "exciting contest", with Altrincham having lost just one of their last nine National League matches, and Manchester United U21s having beaten Forest Green Rovers 3-2 in their first National League Cup tie last month.

Vicky Monk, group marketing director at AO, said: "We are proud to support Altrincham FC in this exciting fixture against Manchester United Under-21s.

"Providing free access to such a competitive match not only enhances the experience for fans but also reinforces our commitment to community engagement and supporting local sports."

Earlier in the season, AO funded a coach for Altrincham fans to travel to their longest away match of the season, against Yeovil Town.

Sam Mackenzie, CEO of Altrincham FC, said: "This match sponsorship from our main shirt sponsors AO is allowing us to open up the J.Davidson Stadium to fans both old and new for what should be a hugely entertaining and competitive game against Manchester United's youngsters.

"Our aim is to give our current fans another free chance to watch Alty in the National League Cup, while converting new fans by showcasing the best of an Altrincham FC match day, as we continue to grow attendances year on year.

"A big thank you to AO for supporting this game and the football club.

"I look forward to seeing you all there."

The match takes place at Altrincham FC’s J.Davidson Stadium, at 7.30pm on Tuesday, November 19.

Tickets can be claimed via the Altrincham FC website.