Andy Peaks insists Tamworth have "earned the right to be here" as they prepare for their dream FA Cup third-round tie with Premier League side Tottenham.

One of the standout matchups of the round pits the National League side against Ange Postecoglou's men at Lamb Ground.

Peaks' side, who occupy 16th place in the fifth tier, have already taken out Huddersfield Town and local rivals Burton Albion to reach this stage.

They now look to become only the third non-league side to beat a Premier League opponent in this competition.

Luton Town achieved the feat when they stunned Norwich City in 2013, with Lincoln City then beating Sean Dyche's Burnley four years later.

"We've been on a fantastic journey, and it's one we're all proud of," Peaks said. "And we've earned the right to be here.

"The club wasn't in a great place three years ago, but there are smiles back on faces in the town, and I'm really proud of that, seeing all the press, TV and radio here.

"We all love football, you just have to enjoy it. And we've worked so hard to get here, even against Robbie Savage's Macclesfield in the fourth qualifying round, against a full-time team. That was a real tough game.

"But we got through that, then the Huddersfield game live on the telly, Tom Tonks' long throw and all that, and then the local derby at Burton."

On Sunday's game, he added: "We actually probably know more about Tottenham than we do any other team in our own league, as they're on the telly so often. I've been down to watch two games at their place. Spurs have been as good as gold with us.

"Obviously, we don't know what team they'll play on Sunday, but I don't think they'll be coming here wanting to lose. And there has already been great play about Ange wanting to win a trophy this season."