Here we go, Shakers — it all comes down to this. One game. One point. And we’re champions.
Take a point against Burscough this weekend, and nothing else matters — not even the result from Lower Breck’s trip to Cheadle Town.
We’ve been relentless since early January putting together a run of 14 wins on the bounce, 8 clean sheets in our last 8 games and we’re not done yet. With Dave McNabb’s men chasing a dream that’s now just 90 minutes away.
This is our last home game of the season. The media push and response from the town has been nothing short of sensational with over 7000 (at the time of writing) already purchasing their tickets ready to be #PartOfIt!
Let’s pack out Gigg Lane. Let’s make it loud. Let’s turn the ground into a blue and white cauldron of noise and passion.
One big ask: Whatever happens, please stay off the pitch at full time. We know how much this means — but we promise, if we do it, the players and the trophy will come to you. Let’s celebrate together, the right way.
So bring the energy. Bring the noise. Bring the belief. Let’s finish this journey in style and roar the lads over the line.
UP THE SHAKERS. UP THE NOISE. LET’S BRING IT HOME.
COME ON YOU SHAKERS!!!
In Opposition – Burscough
This is our third game of the season against the green-clad Linnets. In September we beat them 3-0 at home in the Isuzu FA Vase second qualifying round and won 4-2 away in the league in November.
The Lancashire club are currently 10th in the league table with 66 points from 45 games compared to our 106. But a recent good run has taken them to fourth position in the form table, with five wins and just one defeat in their last six games.
Burscough joined the NWCFL when it was formed in 1982 and promptly won the title. They finished in 20th place last season, with both games against Bury ending at 2-2.wn.
On the Day & In the Ground
Our Matchday @ Gigg guide is available to read to find out everything you need to know going on in and around the ground. Fans are reminded that turnstiles will be open from 1:00pm for this fixture. Please arrive early to avoid long queues to enter the stadium.
Tickets are still on sale via our ticketing page on our website.
MAIN STAND & SOUTH STAND – fully sold out.
CEMETERY END – still available, these tickets will be on sale until 12:30pm on Saturday, then entry will be by cash or card only from 1pm. when the turnstiles open.
Please note, you MUST use your tickets in the area of the ground you have purchased for, due to strict capacity rules. Turnstile operators and/or security will be checking your tickets. Please have them open and ready before you get to the turnstile.
Dan Nardiello & Gerry Keenan will be our guests for the afternoon, hear from them in Starkies from 1:20pm.
Our Fan Zone will be open from 12:30pm, in the car park, with an outdoor bar as well as the food vendors, including Jacket Potato van ‘Get Stuffed’ and a burger van.
To enhance the matchday experience for our younger fans, we will have face painters in attendance and we have 1,500 blue and white mini-waver flags to give away on a first-come first-served basis. Our mascot Peeler the Dog, will be in attendance so make you get your #PicsWithPeeler and share on social media.
Council car parking enforcement officers will be operating in the area around Gigg Lane. Please ensure you are respectful to local residents and do not park in front of driveways or in restricted areas.
Starkies Bar
Before kick-off: Starkies will be open at the normal time of 12.30pm for supporters to access from the Manchester Road End entrance before kick-off. This will be on a first-come, first-served basis up to capacity, which will be managed on the door.
Supporters will only be able to gain entry by presenting their Main Stand or South Stand ticket purchased in advance, and no re-entry will be allowed once supporters leave to take their seat ahead of kick-off.
Starkies Pass ticket holders will be permitted access at any time in line with their purchase.
During the game: After kick-off, the bar can be accessed by anyone situated in the Main Stand (via the door linked to the concourse) capacity allowed. No entry from the South Stand for this fixture. The bar is open throughout the game, including at half-time.
Post-match: Starkies will be open to all, again up to capacity. In the event of a celebration, all of the kiosks and bars will be open until 5:15pm.
Key Message To Supporters
With promotion and a potential league title firmly within reach, excitement is understandably building across the club and fanbase.
However, with high emotions comes increased responsibility. We would like to remind all supporters that entering the field of play and the use of pyrotechnics (such as flares and smoke bombs) are strictly prohibited. These actions are against ground regulations and the law and can result in serious consequences for individuals and for the club.
In addition, it’s important to remember that Gigg Lane is home to a newly installed 3G playing surface. This pitch is a vital asset to both the club and the wider community, used by hundreds of players of all ages and abilities every week. Damage caused by pitch invasions or pyro can result in costly repairs and disruption to scheduled activity, including matches and training sessions. It is essential that we all take responsibility to protect this valuable asset.
Should we secure promotion, we want those celebrations to be safe, inclusive, and respectful – a proud moment for all generations of Bury fans to enjoy together. To do this, we ask everyone to remain in the stands at all times and celebrate responsibly.
Match Coverage & Live Stream
If you are unable to make it to the action at Gigg Lane, we’ll have all the live coverage across our media platforms.
Live Stream: An overseas live stream will be available, for this fixture. Not available in the UK.
Live stream tickets will be available to purchase from Friday evening, on our ticket webpage HERE.
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Audio Commentary: Roch Valley Radio will be providing commentary for this game. Join the team from the press box at Gigg Lane. Click here ahead of kick-off to listen live. Audio commentary will be provided for every game of the season, so you will never miss a piece of the action.
Social Media: Our team will also bring you in-depth text commentary via the club ‘MatchDay Live‘ Twitter feed, with team news and half time and full time updates available also on Facebook and feel like you are there with our match galleries and imagery available over on Instagram.
Whatever the weather, wherever you are across the globe, we have you covered.
Up the Shakers!