Clough keen to capitalise on cup exploits

Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough is hoping the Brewers’ £600,000 (€872,700) FA Cup windfall can help provide the platform for a push towards the Football League.

The Conference outfit may have been beaten 5-0 on their dream trip to Manchester United but the money and the memories will last far longer than one dank night at Old Trafford.

Just like Exeter 12 months ago, Burton have managed to rake in more from one tie than they could have expected from an entire non-league campaign.

Clough is hoping the cash can be used to keep his current squad together.

“Most of our lads are already under contract and financially we are not under pressure now so we hope to keep the nucleus of them,” said Clough.

“I hope they enjoyed the experience. It will be a memory that lasts them the rest of their lives but it should also stand them in good stead for the future.”