​Unique atmosphere of Victory Park can be crucial for Chorley in play-off encounter against Curzon Ashton

​That is the view of boss Andy Preece who is banking on a vociferous home support to aid his men in Wednesday evening’s preliminary encounter against Curzon Ashton.

The two clubs will face each other with the winners earning the right to play Brackley Town away in the semi-finals on Sunday.

The omens look good for Chorley – they did the league double over The Nash, including a 4-0 home win in December.

And in recent months, they have been close to imperious at home, winning nine out of their past 10 league games at Victory Park.

However, Curzon have certainly not scraped into the play-offs. They have been in impressive form of late, winning six and drawing three of their previous 10 games.

And Preece still remembers the FA Cup tie between the two clubs earlier in the season when Curzon progressed thank to a 2-1 victory

"It’s so important being at home in that first game in the play-offs,” said Preece. “It can be the one which really builds that momentum.

"But we know it’s going to be really tough against Curzon.

"They beat us comfortably in the FA Cup thanks to a great second half performance.

"But hopefully the fans will play their part for us. It’s a great place to play is Victory Park for the home team – it’s a unique atmosphere.”