Prediction: Broadfields United vs Herne Bay – FA Cup – 18/08/2026

Broadfields United will face Herne Bay in the FA Cup on Sunday, 18th August 2026, at 3 pm BST. The match promises to be an intense clash between two teams with contrasting forms. Broadfields United have struggled in their last five games, recording two draws and three defeats, including a heavy 6-1 loss in their previous FA Cup encounter. In contrast, Herne Bay have been in decent form, winning three and drawing one of their last five matches, including a 3-2 victory over Harrow Borough in the Fa Trophy. Broadfields United's recent results have been inconsistent, with a 0-0 draw against Rayners Lane in the Combined Counties Premier North followed by a 3-1 win over Kidlington. However, their 0-2 defeat to Windsor & Eton in the Northern Counties East and their 1-6 loss to Herne Bay in the FA Cup have raised concerns about their ability to compete at this level. Herne Bay, on the other hand, have shown promise in their recent matches, with a 3-2 win over Harrow Borough in the Fa Trophy and a 2-2 draw against Broadfields United in the FA Cup. Their 0-2 win over Chatham Town in a Club Friendly and their 2-2 draw against AFC Whyteleafe in the Isthmian League South East Division have also been impressive. In terms of goal difference, Broadfields United's 6-1 defeat to Herne Bay in the FA Cup was particularly concerning, while Herne Bay's 3-2 win over Harrow Borough in the Fa Trophy and their 2-2 draw against Broadfields United in the FA Cup have shown their ability to win closely contested matches.