Bizarre kick-off time for Doncaster Rovers' FA Cup tie at Chesterfield after TV decision made
The date and kick-off time for Doncaster Rovers' trip to Chesterfield in the second round of the FA Cup has been announced - and it's an eye-raising one.
Grant McCann's side were handed a short trip to North Derbyshire after overcoming Crewe Alexandra in the first round of the world's oldest cup competition last weekend.
Now, the date and time for the meeting with Paul Cook's side has been confirmed. It will take place on Saturday, December 6 at 7.30pm. The strange timing is due to the game being selected for live coverage on TNT Sports and discovery+.
The match pits Rovers against a side who did the double over them last term.
Speaking to the Free Press earlier on Thursday - prior to the TV announcement - McCann said of the draw: "When it comes around it'll be another good, local game for us and for our fans to come and support us in."
Rovers say that ticket details will be released in due course.