Management Pair Departs St Albans Ahead of FA Cup Match

St Albans City FC has expressed disappointment following the departure of manager Ian Culverhouse and assistant manager Paul Bastock. The pair’s exit from Clarence Park comes just four days before the club’s FA Cup first-round match against League One side Burton Albion.

Coaching Duo’s Departure

The club announced their departure, stating, “St Albans City FC is disappointed to confirm that Ian Culverhouse and Paul Bastock have departed the club in order to join another club.” The announcement underscores the unexpected nature of their exit.

Request Ignored

St Albans City requested that the new club refrain from approaching Culverhouse and Bastock until after the FA Cup tie. Unfortunately, this request was not honored, leading to a situation where the coaches had to respond to an ultimatum.

Reasons for Leaving

Despite their commitment to St Albans City, the coaches chose to leave for various reasons. These include the full-time nature of their new roles and travel considerations. “After reflection, Ian and Paul decided to leave City despite their hearts being with the club,” the statement noted.

Current Standing in the League

At the time of their departure, St Albans City was sitting 21st in the Isthmian League Premier Division. Earlier this month, the team achieved a significant victory against Banbury United, securing their place in the FA Cup first round. The match is set to take place this Saturday.

Future Outlook

St Albans City FC expressed gratitude for the contributions made by Culverhouse and Bastock. The club wishes them well in their future endeavors as they prepare for the upcoming challenges in the FA Cup.