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Meet the Stockport County superfan with more than 500 player-worn shirts

‘’It’s one of the most powerful and evocative vehicles for the history and memories of Stockport County.’’

Ben Walker is a Stockport County superfan like no other, with a love for the club that runs so deep that it has driven him to collect over 500 player-worn County shirts.

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£2.5million Padel Club plans approved as the sport sweeps across Greater Manchester

The new racquet sport of Padel has taken Manchester by storm and is continuing its expansion by opening a second dedicated venue, costing an estimated £2.5million. This’ll be the biggest and most sustainable Padel facility in the North of England after planning permission was approved at a site in TraffordCity. The Padel Club was established […]

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Salford City striker Matt Smith wins place in EFL Sky Bet League Two team of the season

Source: transfermarkt.com Ammies’ veteran striker Matt Smith has been honoured at the EFL Team of the Season Awards night which took place in the Grosvenor House in London on Sunday. The 6ft 6 forward scored 23 goals in 44 appearances helping secure Salford’s League Two status for another season. Smith said: “Proud to be named […]

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Man City’s new El Diablito due to arrive in January 2025

Source: Argentina FC Social Media Following the roaring success of Julian Alvarez, there is going to be another Argentinian wonder-kid making an appearance at the Etihad next year by the name of Claudio Echeverri.  The 18-year-old wonderkid, who played attacking midfield for River Plate, has engineered his dream move this January after winning the Champions […]

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Bury FC CEO announces plans for new pitch and fan zone

Credit: Bury FC Youtube Channel Bury FC’s newly appointed CEO, Neil Sears, has spoken on several issues surrounding the club and its changing future.  The new CEO has voiced his plans for the future amid online tension surrounding the club. Due to sustained pitch issues, points deductions, and fan misconduct this season.  Speaking on club […]

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Elite men’s tennis returns to Manchester’s AO Arena as Davis Cup group draw is announced

Credits: https://www.lta.org.uk/495135/siteassets/news/2024/march/2023-davis-cup-team-manchester.jpg?w=1920 The world’s best men’s tennis players will be on show in Manchester in September as the Davis Cup Finals Group Stage return. The draw for the final 16 group stage which took place in London yesterday, sees Great Britain face Argentina, Canada and Finland. Leon Smith, Captain of Team GB said: “We were […]

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Non-League Day Special: Altrincham hope for bumper crowd in their crunch clash against Gateshead

Altrincham will be “painting the town red” this Saturday as the annual Non-League Day returns for the 14th year. Non-League Day was first suggested in 2010 by James Doe as a non-profit and volunteer run initiative. This coincides with a break in the calendar for Premier League and Championship clubs. Alty currently occupies sixth spot […]

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The man behind football’s Non-League Day: from Facebook post to worldwide celebration  

“Non-League football is the bedrock of the national game.” says James Doe, the founder of Non-League Day, which provides clubs outside of the league pyramid a chance to boost their attendances and make some much-needed cash.   Non-League Day is an annual event which encourages fans to support non-league football during the international break and […]

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Stockport County fans buzzing at plans for Edgeley Park revamp

Stockport fans are celebrating news that the club’s Edgeley Park stadium is set for a redevelopment which will see their capacity increase from 10,852 to 18,000. 

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LIVE: Salford travel to Chester for Varsity 2024

The University of Chester host the University of Salford for Varsity 2024, the annual clash between the two Universities. The sporting rivalry has been intensifying since the competition began in 2016 with the scores tied at 3-3 (plus a virtual title to Salford!) Last year, Chester beat Salford in the overall standings, 15-12 but can […]

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