ANDOVER and Whitchurch fans can enhance the magic of this year's FA Cup by giving local clubs and schools the chance to net thousands of pounds worth of football equipment.

The early stages of the 123rd FA Cup sees Andover do battle with Arundel and Whitchurch take on Tooting and Mitchan United tomorrow.

A total of 194 other clubs will also take part in the first qualifying round this weekend.

A player of the round award scheme is being launched, giving Andover and Whitchurch fans the chance to back their boys both on and off the pitch. The winning player of the round will receive up to £3,000 worth of football kit and equipment for the school, club or organisation of his choice.

The FA Cup Player of the Round Competition will run in 11 rounds right through to the semi-final stage in April. To play your part in the player of the round competition register your nomination, listing the player and reason, by emailing FACupPlayerofRound@FA.com