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The fans at the foggy FA Cup game no-one could see
Ian Kirke struggled to watch his side's FA Cup first round match against Altrincham due to thick fog
For many football fans, an FA Cup win is the stuff of dreams. But for 690 Notts County supporters, thick fog meant they could barely see it happen.
Ian Kirke was among the Magpies fans whose view of Saturday's FA Cup first-round tie against Altrincham was obscured by fog, leaving many unable to see the League One side's penalty shootout victory.
The thick layer of fog provided chaos not just for the players and fans, but also commentators and camera operators at the J Davidson Stadium.
Kirke said fans had to rely on the cheers - or silence - from the home support during the shootout. "It's the most bonkers festival of football I've ever seen in my life," he added.
Heavy fog meant Notts County fans were unable to watch the penalty shootout that took place at the other end of the pitch
Lifelong fan Kirke, who lives in Berkshire, said the weather at kick-off was "like any normal match".
Before fog descended over Greater Manchester, Jacob Bedeau had given Notts County the lead just before the half-hour mark.
The hosts, who play in the National League, hit back as Lucas Weaver and Lewis Banks scored to give Altrincham a 2-1 lead.
With the conditions worsening, referee David Rock opted to continue with the tie, which saw the camera often unable to pick up the ball.