Paul Scholes describes Salford City's FA Cup third-round tie against Manchester City as a 'reward' in a touching message to supporters ahead of their fairytale clash
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Paul Scholes has described Salford City's third round FA Cup tie against Manchester City as a 'reward' in a touching message to supporters ahead of their fairytale clash. The Ammies travel to the Etihad to take on Pep Guardiola's side on Saturday evening, 11 years after Scholes and several of his former Manchester United team-mates took control of the club.
![[The former Manchester United midfielder posted a touching message to supporters ahead of the game]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/11/13/93989817-14273673-image-a-5_1736603286949.jpg)
Several members of United's famed 'Class of 92', including Gary and Phil Neville, Ryan Giggs, Nicky Butt and Scholes plus billionaire Peter Lim have been at the helm as the side have achieved four promotions in five seasons. Scholes hailed the contribution of the League Two side's fanbase as he looked forward to their clash against the Premier League champions.
![[The Premier League champions welcome the League Two side to the Etihad in the Cup on Saturday night]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/11/13/93989771-14273673-image-a-4_1736603214810.jpg)
'More than 10 years ago this journey began with 80 fans v Curzon Ashton at home in the 8th tier of English football,' he wrote on Instagram. 'And now in the 4th tier about to play in the 3rd round of the FA Cup against the best team over the last few years and selling 5.5K away tickets.
'It feels like a massive reward for all players, staff and fans who have helped us get to where we are now and can't wait to see [Salford City] on this stage, regardless of what happens it's a very proud day for everyone involved (promotion still the priority).'.
