Torquay United vs Maidstone United
FA Cup
4th Round Qualifying
Saturday
14th October 2023
Plainmoor Ground
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the FA Cup 4th Round Qualifying fixture between Torquay United and Maidstone United.
Torquay United vs Maidstone United: Preview
Torquay United form analysis
The Gulls began with a 1-2 home loss to Aveley but responded impressively by beating Farnborough 3-0 in the cup. They carried that form into a 2-1 home win over Chelmsford in the league thanks to goals from McGavin and a last gasp own goal from Carruthers. However, defensive issues surfaced in a dramatic 2-3 loss away at Hemel Hempstead, with only strikes from substitutes Jenkins-Davies and Marshall to show for their efforts. Last time out, Torquay suffered a fourth game without a win, losing 0-1 at home to Maidstone after failing to create much.
Overall, it’s been an inconsistent start to the season for Torquay. They’ve showcased their attacking threat at times but struggled defensively on several occasions. Avoiding open games like the loss at Hemel is key to improvement.
Maidstone United form analysis
Maidstone began with an excellent comeback 3-2 away win at Weymouth, sealing the points after going 2-1 down thanks to Amantchi’s brace and Sole’s late winner. They were then edged out 0-1 at home by Aveley in a tight game settled by Hughes’ goal. Maidstone returned to winning ways with a professional 2-0 victory away at Chippenham Town thanks to goals from Kelly and Smith. They followed that up with their best display yet, hammering Worthing 4-0 at home inspired by another Amantchi brace alongside strikes from Smith and Coleman. Last time out, Maidstone ground out another narrow 1-0 away win at Torquay courtesy of Bone’s second half strike.
Overall, it’s been an excellent start to the campaign for Maidstone as they push for a playoff spot after just missing out last term. Amantchi has particularly impressed from midfield. Their results so far against the likes of Weymouth and Torquay highlight a team performing close to their potential.
