Add to that the fact that Tamworth have never been beyond the third round, the odds are really stacked in Spurs’ favour, regardless of their injury woes – after all if they can keep a clean sheet against the highest scorers and also score against one of the meanest defences they should be able to overcome the Lambs.

Tamworth boss Andy Peaks says Sunday's FA Cup third-round tie with Tottenham has already become part of the town's history.

The Athletic went to see how the club of volunteers and players who earn £400-600 per week prepared for visit of Premier League superstars