Kevin Nolan: 'Oxford City will have nothing to lose'

Kevin Nolan has urged Notts County not to take Oxford City lightly when they meet in the FA Cup second round because the non-league side has "absolutely nothing to lose".

The Magpies navigated a tricky first-round encounter against League One outfit Bristol Rovers in marvellous fashion and were rewarded with a seemingly kind tie against the National League South side.

However, City claimed the scalp of Colchester United in round 1 and the players were excited to be drawn away at Meadow Lane, with Nolan insisting that they will be a tough nut to crack.

“They have absolutely nothing to lose,” he told the Nottingham Post. “They are going to come here, enjoy the day out, work hard and play the best game of their lives.

“What we have to do is make sure we are on top form because if we start underestimating them then we will receive a big bite on the backside.

“They have already given one to Colchester, so we will be as professional as we can be.

“We are going to make sure they are watched and we will set up as if it was a League Two game.

“The lads will be focused and ready. They will be told of all their strengths and weaknesses and hopefully we can perform on the day and get through to the next round.

“All the big boys come in then and you are hoping you draw one of them either home or away.”

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