Sam Austin: "The Magic of the FA Cup Is Alive and Well"

Sam has been such a steady and reliable player for Notts.

No matter where Stuart asks him to play, he always does a good job for Notts.

Sam has been so valuable to Notts in this period where the team has sustained so many injuries.

It is great that Notts have a very good utility player like Sam to call on.

He will be valuable to Notts in the second half of the season too.

Sam Austin’s experience with Kidderminster really shows why the FA Cup is so special. Looking forward to today's match!

It’s brilliant to hear Sam’s positivity about the FA Cup. His memories of playing West Ham and nearly beating them reflect the competition’s beauty. I also like his point about fan support and how it can spur the team on. Let’s show up in full force and back the lads against Peterborough. A strong cup run could set the tone for the busy Christmas schedule.

It’s great to see the lads focusing on building momentum during such a crucial period. Let's make every moment matter.

I like Sam’s positivity and how he speaks of the bond between the players, let’s hope Notts can progress in the cup for the squads sake as much as the fans, I think a good cup run will generate cinfidence.

Hearing Sam talk about the draw and his memories with Kidderminster is fantastic. You can tell he understands the emotional pull of the FA Cup. He’s spot on about needing confidence against tougher teams and the importance of fan support. It’s clear this squad is prepared and motivated.

Loved hearing about his memories with West Ham and Declan Rice, that’s the spirit we need for Peterborough United!

well i think sam austin is vastly underrated for the effort he puts in, i think hes a good player and on his day can change the outcome. he plays well with a goal to his name, it pushes him on and i would love to see him bag a goal against peterborough united today. we want players who we cant fault for their effort, our team has enough quality to do well and it really would be a good thing for the club if we could overcome this game with a positive result.

The way Sam describes the FA Cup gives me goosebumps. His memories with Kidderminster remind us why this competition holds such charm. Facing higher league opposition like Peterborough won’t be easy, but Sam’s professionalism and the team’s preparation – from practising penalties to building confidence. is precisely what is required. Let’s hope we make it past the third round for the first time in years.

The FA Cup truly is magical, and Sam’s reflections highlight exactly why it matters so much. His story about nearly beating West Ham is a reminder of what underdogs can achieve with belief and confidence. He’s absolutely right that playing against higher league teams like Peterborough United will test Notts but could also boost morale if we perform well.

It’s also encouraging to hear how connected the team feels, even with injured players like Cedwyn Scott still being involved. That sort of unity is often overlooked but can be the difference-maker when it comes to big games. This season’s been exciting so far, let’s hope the cup run adds another layer of success.

Sam Austin really gets the essence of what the FA Cup means to fans and players alike. His point about how even small things, like using different balls in training, add to the excitement is so relatable. It’s clear he values professionalism, which is key if we’re to take on tougher teams like Peterborough. This mindset could help Notts push through to the later stages. Come on, lads!