Saturday 9th November 2013
by Dan O'Toole

Chesterfield hobbled past a spirited Daventry Town to book their place in the second round of the FA Cup.

Second half goals from Gary Roberts (left), and Jimmy Ryan were enough to hand Chesterfield their first win in six and end Daventry's highly acclaimed cup run.

Manager Paul Cook stated his intention to field the best available eleven in the week - and made three changes to the side that conceded late on to draw with Scunthorpe last time out.

Ritchie Humphreys, Jay O'Shea and Jamie Devitt dropped to the bench to make way for Sam Hird, Gary McSheffey and Eoin Doyle, as the Irish forward returned from suspension.

Daventry defender Liam Dolman came up against former teammate Marc Richards for the first time since the pair played together for Northampton Town. Richards partnered Doyle in Chesterfield's attack as Cook resorted to a 4-4-2 formation.

Darran Foster's side travelled from Communications Park to make their sixth appearance in the FA cup in this year's competition, after surging through five rounds since their first game on August 31st.

The Southern League Division One Central side frustrated Chesterfield throughout the first half, limiting the Spireites to half chances while creating clear cut opportunities of their own.

Ollie Banks had the first chance of the match after the 21-year-old found himself in space 25 yards out only to see his shot fly wide of Richard Morris' goal.

Morris, a builder by trade, would have been beaten had Eoin Doyle's outstretched leg connected with Gary McSheffrey's volley across goal after 19 minutes, for the home side's best opportunity of the first half.

The Purple Army's Ross Oulton impressed throughout in the heart of the non league sides midfield, and played in Mykel Beckley down the left hand side for the winger to threaten with a bursting run into the Chesterfield box, only to be cleared by Drew Talbot after 26 minutes.

Doyle (left), had another chance to break the deadlock on the half hour mark as he looked to meet Richards' teasing cross from the right, but Morris did well to gather before the former Hibernian striker connected.

Moments later, Doyle had a strong penalty claim waved away by referee Darren Handley, officiating in his first game above non-league level, after Dolman stood his ground to seemingly unfairly block the Chesterfield striker's path on goal.

The Spireites' first half display was far from convincing, even nervy at times, as the visitors grew in confidence. 

A Ross Oulton corner was parried away by Tommy Lee just before the break and the following goalmouth scramble was only partially cleared, allowing Tom Lorraine a free shot on goal from close range - but the striker saw his effort go the wrong side of the near post.

HT: 0-0

Neither side made a change at the break, as Daventry's sizeable away contingent continued to create a fitting FA Cup atmosphere.

Gary McSheffrey looked to spark into life after a lacklustre first half performance, and the winger tested Morris just after the break with a powerful shot from the edge of the box after a lay off from Doyle.

Chesterfield's fitness levels started to tell in the second half as Paul Cook's side began to dominate possession.

Ollie Banks shot from a similar position to his earlier effort, but this time had the keeper scrambling across his line to tip the ball round the post for a corner.

The biggest game in Daventry's history was somewhat marred by a serious looking injury to winger Mykel Beckley, after a firm but fair challenge with Banks. 

Cook replaced Richards with Armand Gnanduillet on the hour mark as the Spireites looked for the elusive first goal. 

And the Ivorian was soon involved as he headed Gary Roberts' cross in to the path of the on rushing Doyle, but his shot was excellently cleared by defender Marcel Simpson.

Jay O'Shea came on for McSheffrey and it was the Irishman's free kick that found Roberts at the back post for the winger to volley home and give Chesterfield the lead on 69 minutes.

1-0

The substitute could have doubled the lead soon after following an interchange with Banks on the edge of the area, but his shot was tipped over the bar by Morris, who impressed throughout the tie.

O'Shea threatened again with two shots from close range, but it was Jimmy Ryan (left), who doubled the lead in the 87th minute, after his shot from distance took a wild deflection to loop over Morris and nestle in the back of the net, for his first goal for the Spireites.

2-0 

Daventry almost scored their dream FA Cup goal in the final minute as Adam Confue and Ross Oulton both had shots blocked off the line, but Chesterfield held on to book a place in the second round.

FT: 2-0

After the match, Daventry manager Darran Foster expressed his delight with his team's efforts.

He said: "I'm over the moon. It's been an absolutely tremendous roller coaster we've been on and to finish it the way we did out there today, was something else.

"In the first half, I felt that we probably shaded it, we had a couple of good chances.

"It's been an amazing experience and we'll just grow on that, but the harsh reality is that we've got to get on with the real business."

Chesterfield Assistant manager Leam Richardson (left), was equally complimentary of Daventry's performance.

He said: "We have to compliment Daventry; firstly for getting to the first round proper and secondly for the endeavour and performance that they showed today. 

"Credit to them. They've come out with endeavour and work rate, but we did think in the end we would wear them down and that the fitness and quality levels would show - and eventually, they did."

Chesterfield's opponents for the second round of the competition will be revealed in the draw on Sunday 10th November.

The Spireites take on Rochdale in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy on Tuesday night before a trip to Plainmoor to face Torquay on Saturday, as Paul Cook's side look to rekindle their league form.

CHESTERFIELD:
Lee, Talbot, Evatt, Hird, Cooper, McSheffrey (O'Shea, 57), Ryan, Banks, Roberts, Richards (Gnanduillet, 64), Doyle (Darikwa, 81).
Subs not used: Chapman, Humphreys, Togwell, Devitt.

Referee: Darren Handley

Att: 5,269

For more information and other CFC news, go to www.chesterfield-fc.co.uk

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Two goals from Marc Richards after Gnanduillet had opened the scoring, helped the Spireites to all three points on their first ever visit to the Highbury Stadium in Fleetwood More...

PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - HOPING TO NET WIN AGAINST THE COD ARMY -
It may be the penultimate game of the season and the last away game as Paul Cook and his team travel to Fleetwood this weekend, but that doesn't mean that anyone is 'demob' happy. More...

PILGRIMS PROGRESS AS SPIREITES STUMBLE.
MATCH REPORT -
It was the first visit to the Proact by Plymouth Argyle and the first time former Sprieites Boss John Sheridan had returned to the ground where he had overseen a Championship and JPT winning side. More...

'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 49 -
Week 49 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

CHESTERFIELD STILL 'GAME ON' FOR PLAY OFFS. DAVE DOVE'S MATCH PREVIEW -
Chesterfield had a slim chance of making the play-offs before Saturday's game against Bradford City. More...

CHESTERFIELD FC TO REVIEW CCTV FOOTAGE FROM BRADFORD GAME -
Chesterfield officials will review CCTV footage from Saturday's game at home to Bradford City after several fans entered the field of play. More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - PREVIEW OF PLYMOUTH AND THE PLAYOFFS -
It's still very much 'game on' for Chesterfield's play off hopes, as the Spireites welcome former boss John Sheridan to the PROACT tonight with Plymouth Argyle. More...

THE TOMMY WRIGHT INTERVIEW, "THE DESIRE IS STILL THERE!" -
Spireite's Asst Manager Tommy Wright revealed what he thinks makes a top manager, why young players don't make it and shared his career highlights so far.
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TOGWELL'S LAST MINUTE EQUALISER CLIPS BANTAM'S WINGS -
An injury time equaliser prolonged Chesterfield's play-off ambitions in a four-goal thriller against promotion rivals Bradford City at the Proact More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - HE PREVIEWS BRADFORD AND MORE -
Once again, Spireites Boss Paul Cook spoke to the Chesterfield Post ahead of what may prove to be a pivotal game against Bradford City on Saturday.
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SPIREITES HOPE TO RULE THE ROOST AS BANTAM'S COME TO TOWN. PREVIEW -
Chesterfield FC's season is still very much alive for the fixture against Bradford City at the Proact Stadium on Saturday. Dave Dove's Match Preview. More...

'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 48 -
Week 48 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

SPIREITES' ABSENTEES EXPLAINED -
Spireites CEO Chris Turner has revealed a breakdown in contract talks with Armand Gnanduillet and Richard Brindley led to the pair being left out of the squad for Saturday's trip to Barnet More...

SPIREITES' BUZZING AFTER BEATING BEES. MATCH REPORT -
The Spireites play-off hopes are still very much alive after a crucial win on their last ever visit to Underhill before Barnet move to their new ground The Hive for next season. More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - BARNET AWAY AND MORE -
With only 5 games left of the 2012 /13 campaign there is, Manager Paul Cook says, still 'much to play for' More & Audio...

COOK'S MEN AIM TO TAKE STING OUT OF THE BEES. MATCH PREVIEW -
Chesterfield travel to Barnet this weekend looking to build on an Easter weekend that saw the Spireites take a respectable 4 points from a possible 6 against tough opposition. More...

VALE EQUALISER SINKS CHESTERFIELD. MATCH REPORT -
Chesterfield squandered the opportunity to reduce the gap to the final play-off place to four points as Port Vale grabbed a late equaliser in a thrilling encounter at the Proact. More...

'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 47 -
Week 47 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

SPIREITES' HOPES FOR SEASON'S RESURRECTION CONTINUE TODAY -
Drew Talbot's 25 yard screamer against Burton ensured both teams still have something to play for this season as Chesterfield face Port Vale at home today - Easter Monday. More...

TALBOT STRIKE GIVES BREWERS HANGOVER. MATCH REPORT-
Drew Talbot earned the Spireites a well deserved three points at promotion chasing Burton Albion's Pirelli Stadium. More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - BURTON PREVIEW AND MORE -
It's a tricky away fixture for the Spireites first up this Easter weekend, as they make the relatively short trip to Burton to face Gary Rowett's promotion chasing squad. Listen & Read More...

SPENCERS SOLICITORS SPONSOR COMMUNITY EAST STAND -
Chesterfield FC will kick-off next season with new Community East Stand sponsorship from Spencers Solicitors.
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'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 46 -
Week 46 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - PLYMOUTH GAME AND LESTER LEAVING -
It's been a seminal week at the PROACT - defeat at the hands of Torquay and the surprising news yesterday of Jack Lester's departure from Chesterfield at the end of the season. More...

JACK LESTER TO LEAVE SPIREITES - INTERVIEW WITH THE VETERAN STRIKER -
There was only one story in town on Thursday - after Jack Lester announced that he will be leaving Chesterfield FC at the end of the season and we have an interview with the Spireites' favourite. More...

CHESTERFIELD FC'S PLAY OFF HOPES 'FLY AWAY' AFTER GULLS DEFEAT -
A disappointing result at Plainmoor on Tuesday night has all but put paid to Chesterfield's well-documented play off hopes. More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW. THE SPIREITES' BOSS PREVIEWS TORQUAY -
The Spireites are waking up in Torquay this morning - ahead of tonight's rearranged fixture at Plainmoor. More...

'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 45 -
Week 45 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

SPIREITES DO A 'U' TURN FROM OXFORD WITH ALL 3 POINTS. MATCH REPORT -
A goal from recalled striker Marc Richards after just five minutes clinched all three points for the Spireites at Oxford's rain-drenched Kassam Stadium More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - "WE'RE NOT WHERE WE WANT TO BE" -
Spireites boss Paul Cook speaks to The Chesterfield Post about Saturdays trip to Oxford Utd and news on injuries. More...

WATTS NAMED CHESTERFIELD FC EVENT MANAGER -
Chesterfield FC announces Paul Watts has been named as the events manager at the PROACT stadium. More...

GOING FOR A BURTON? -
Following the success of the matchday package for Chesterfield's game at Rotherham last month, a similar initiative has been planned for the trip to Burton Albion at the end of this month. More...

'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 44 -
Week 44 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

SPIREITES TURN ON THE GAS. DAN O'TOOLE'S MATCH REPORT -
Chesterfield put their goal drought to an end after a convincing 2-0 win over Bristol Rovers, with Jay O'Shea and Armand Gnanduillet on target for the Spireites. More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - COOK ON GAS! SPIREITES v BRISTOL ROVERS -
Back to the PROACT for the Spireites on Saturday as they face a resurgent Bristol Rovers, Boss Paul Cook gives us his views More & Audio...

SPIREITES STEP ON THE GAS. DAVE DOVE'S MATCH PREVIEW -
Bristol Rovers are the visitors to the Proact Stadium on Saturday to face a Chesterfield side now virtually consigned to at least another season in League 2. More...

A POINTLESS TRIP TO CHELTENHAM FOR THE SPIREITES -
As they left behind a foggy Chesterfield, Paul Cook's squad were clear about what they had to do at Whaddon Road - bring back 3 points. More...

BELGIAN SPIREITES PUT SOME 'OOO-LA-LA' INTO DAGGERS GAME -
The Belgian Spireites were out in force again at Dagenham last Saturday and it's probably fair to say they have a new hero. More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW: ROBINS v SPIREITES PREVIEW -
After picking up 3 points away at Dagenham and Redbridge, Paul Cook's Chesterfield squad travel to Whaddon Road to take on Cheltenham tonight. More...

SPIREITES BLUNT THE DAGGERS. MATCH REPORT BY RICHARD STACEY -
The Spireites ended their recent poor run of form by bagging their first away win of 2013 with a hard working 1-0 victory against Dagenham and Redbridge. More...

'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 43 -
Week 43 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

PAUL COOK - SPIREITES HOPE TO RUN THROUGH THE DAGGERS -
Going 3 games without scoring a goal is something Paul Cook is hoping to remedy as his team travel to Dagenham's Victoria Road ground this weekend. More...

GAFFER PAUL COOK IS HOPING TO CALL THE 'SHOTS' AT THE PROACT TONIGHT -
The defeat at home to Gillingham on Saturday leaves the Spireites firmly rooted in mid-table, nine points adrift of the play-offs with only 13 games left to play More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - LET'S BEAT ALDERSHOT! -
Spireites' gaffer Paul Cook was in reflective mood as he spoke to the Chesterfield Post ahead of tonight's game against Aldershot. More...

'SHARED SHIRTS' BRING HOPE TO TSUMEB -
2013 sees Chesterfield and Tsumeb celebrate the 20th anniversary of their twinning partnership and there are many activities planned to help focus on the milestone. More...

'BLUES ON THE MOVE' PRIZE WINNERS FOR WEEK 42 -
Week 42 results. Check the Chesterfield Post every week to see if you're a winner or to join in! More...

COOK'S MEN CRUMBLE AGAINST LEADERS, THE GILLS. MATCH REPORT -
A fifth loss in 2013 for Paul Cook's frustrated Spireites, saw hopes for a play-off place take another blow, losing 1-0 at home to Gillingham More...

SPIREITES BRING IN TWO ON LOAN -
Chesterfield FC have confirmed today, they have secured the loan signings of young Manchester City winger Alex Henshall and Barnsley midfielder Jordan Clark. More...

THE PAUL COOK INTERVIEW - WE HAVE A PLAN GOING FORWARD -
With Manager Paul Cook admitting that this is a pivotal few days for Chesterfield's play off hopes, he and his team prepare to play League Two leaders Gillingham this weekend. More...

SPIREITES HOPE TO BREATHE LIFE INTO THEIR SEASON AGAINST GILLS -
With 2 vital home games in the space of 4 days, anything less than 6 points will surely extinguish any hopes of the Spireites making the play-offs? More...

COMMUNITY TRUST HOSTS SUCCESSFUL PRE-MILLERS BRUNCH AT THE PROACT -
An innovative event at the Proact ahead of Saturday's Rotherham clash - gave supporters the chance to take a trip down Memory Lane, before travelling to the game More...

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