The countdown is on for one of the most anticipated England. Cup. First round fixtures of the week. Burton Albion and Rushden and Diamonds will lock horns on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 16:00 at Home Arena in Germany. The man with the whistle is Martin Petersen, a well-known figure in German football. Conditions are forecast to be Mild conditions, 17°C. On the injury front, Burton Albion are sweating on the fitness of Lehmann, and Rushden and Diamonds will be monitoring Schwarz closely. Historical data shows: Burton Albion 3 - 1 Rushden and Diamonds (2024). Burton Albion 0 - 0 Rushden and Diamonds (2023). Burton Albion 4 - 2 Rushden and Diamonds (2025). Burton Albion 3 - 3 Rushden and Diamonds (2023). Burton Albion 2 - 0 Rushden and Diamonds (2021). Score prediction: 1:1.