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Cumberland Cup semi-final draw revealed
Holders Carlisle City to face Northern League rivals Penrith
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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The semi-final draw for the Cumberland Cup has been announced, with holders Carlisle City set to take on Northern League rivals Penrith. In the other semi-final, Workington Reds will face Kirkoswald as they look to reach the final.
Why it matters
The Cumberland Cup is a prestigious regional football competition in Cumbria, England, and the semi-final draw is an important milestone in the tournament. The matchups between the local rivals will generate excitement and anticipation among fans in the region.
The details
Carlisle City, the defending champions, will face off against Penrith, another Northern League club, in one of the semi-final ties. In the other semi-final, Workington Reds will take on Kirkoswald as they aim to secure a spot in the final.
- The semi-final draw was revealed on February 18, 2026.
The players
Carlisle City
The defending champions of the Cumberland Cup, a local football club based in Carlisle, Cumbria.
Penrith
A Northern League club based in Penrith, Cumbria, and a rival of Carlisle City.
Workington Reds
A football club based in Workington, Cumbria, that will face Kirkoswald in the other semi-final.
Kirkoswald
A local football club based in Kirkoswald, Cumbria, that will take on Workington Reds in the semi-finals.
What’s next
The semi-final matches are scheduled to be played in the coming weeks, with the winners advancing to the final of the Cumberland Cup.
The takeaway
The semi-final draw has set up some intriguing local rivalries in the Cumberland Cup, which is sure to generate excitement and anticipation among football fans in the Cumbria region.
