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1884–85 Stoke F.C. season

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Stoke
1884–85 season
ManagerHarry Lockett
StadiumVictoria Ground
FA CupFirst Round

The 1884–85 season was the second season Stoke took part in the FA Cup; they, however, withdrew at the first round.[1]

Season review

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Stoke were drawn to play Scottish side Queens Park away; however, the directors were unhappy about having to pay the full travel costs and so decided to withdraw from the match.[1]

FA Cup

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Round Date Opponent Venue Result
R1 11 October 1884 Queens Park A Stoke withdrew from match

Staffordshire Senior Cup

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Round Opponent Venue Result
R1 Fenton H 12–0
R2 West Bromwich Albion H 2–6

References

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  1. ^ a b Matthews, Tony (1994). The Encyclopaedia of Stoke City. Lion Press. ISBN 0-9524151-0-0.