Sheffield FC manager Vill Powell, a goalscorer in the last competitive meeting between the two teams, said the match had “whet the appetite of a lot of Sheffielders”.
The 45-year-old, who grew up in Wincobank and works for Sheffield City Council increasing opportunities for jobseekers and people in employment, said it would be a “privilege” to be a part of the occasion.
“To have played in the last one and be taking the next one, I would be surprised if that has been done or will be again.
“It’s going to be a special day. The atmosphere will be rocking and I’m expecting a really good game of football.”
According to historical documents, eighth-tier Sheffield FC formed in 1857 – three years before their city rivals Hallam, who are believed to be the world’s second-oldest football club and play their home games at the oldest recognised football ground in the world.
The pair’s first-ever meeting was also played “in the presence of a large number of spectators”, a report from Sheffield FC said, and “was conducted with good temper and in a friendly spirit”, with Sheffield winning 2-0.
