LAKENHEATH, Suffolk (Interstat) — A compelling FA Vase fixture is set for Saturday as Lakenheath hosts Buckhurst Hill FC at The Nest.

The matchup pairs two clubs coming off high-scoring victories in early September. Lakenheath enters this contest following a 4-2 road win against Dereham Town on Sept. 6. Buckhurst Hill, meanwhile, is looking to rebound from a dramatic 4-3 home defeat to Great Wakering on Sept. 13.

Statistical projections point to a closely contested cup tie. The Interstat game simulator forecasts a 2-2 draw. However, the same organization’s ELO rating system gives Lakenheath a 60.40 percent probability of securing a victory, suggesting a slight edge for the home side.

The FA Vase, a competition for clubs in the lower tiers of the English football pyramid, often produces unpredictable results, adding an element of intrigue to the November showdown. The venue, The Nest in Lakenheath, is expected to provide a robust home-field advantage.

The contest is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.