Tamworth’s attention turns to cup action on Wednesday night as they make the short trip to face Stourbridge in the quarter-final of the Birmingham Senior Cup.

The Lambs arrive looking to defend the trophy they lifted last season, when a commanding 4–1 victory over Burton Albion secured their first domestic cup triumph since 1959. With back-to-back titles firmly in their sights, Andy Peaks’ side will be eager to take another step towards Wembley-style silverware on a more local stage.

Standing in their way are a Stourbridge side enjoying a strong run of form. Competing in the Southern League Premier Central Division, The Glassboys sit 15th but have pulled clear of relegation trouble under Scott Adey-Linforth. Since taking charge in December, he has guided his side to an unbeaten run of six league matches, including three consecutive away wins — a sign of the momentum they carry into this tie.

A Familiar Fixture

This is a well-contested local rivalry, with over 100 meetings between the sides dating back to 1939. Tamworth have historically had the upper hand, but Stourbridge have shown they can cause problems — notably knocking The Lambs out of this competition on penalties in 2009.

That result remains one of only a handful of Glassboys victories in this fixture in the Birmingham Senior Cup, but it serves as a reminder that cup football can often defy the form book.

The Road So Far

Tamworth have impressed in their defence of the trophy so far. A comfortable 3–0 win over Darlaston Town 1874 got their campaign underway, before a resilient second-half comeback against Alvechurch — with goals from Teo Kurtaran and Ronan Maher — sealed their place in the last eight.

Stourbridge, meanwhile, have also enjoyed a strong cup run. Victories over Racing Club Warwick and an emphatic 4–0 win against Walsall’s academy side have underlined their attacking threat and ensured their progression to this stage.

The Challenge Ahead

There’s no getting around it — this is a potential banana skin. Stourbridge are in form, organised, and full of confidence, particularly at home. But Tamworth’s quality, depth, and experience at this level should give them the edge if they approach the game with the right intensity.

If The Lambs are serious about retaining the trophy, this is exactly the type of test they need to pass.

Match Details
• Fixture: Stourbridge vs Tamworth
• Competition: Birmingham Senior Cup
• Date: Wednesday 18 March
• Kick-off: 19:45
• Venue: War Memorial Ground