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Just over a year after his departure, Hyde United have announced the return of former boss Nick Spooner. The Tigers have moved quickly to bring in the 55-year-old, who will be back in the dugout for Saturday’s trip to Avro. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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BREAKING NEWS After Tuesday's Cheshire Senior Cup exit at Chester, Hyde United have parted company with manager Michael Clegg. The 42-year-old leaves Ewen Fields by way of mutual consent, following a difficult start to the 2026/27 campaign. Read more: notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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New Stalybridge Celtic boss Dave Jones got his tenure off to a flying start on Saturday with a 4-3 win over Prescot Cables. Elsewhere, Hyde United suffered a crushing 4-0 defeat at Gainsborough Trinity, which extended their winless run to four matches. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Stalybridge Celtic have been dealt a big blow ahead of Saturday’s clash with Prescot Cables, with stalwart defender Kyle Brownhill departing the club. The full-back, who made over 100 appearances for Celtic, has rejoined his former side Lancaster City. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Liam Tongue rounded off his short interim spell as Stalybridge Celtic boss in style on Tuesday with a statement 3-1 victory over Stafford Rangers. A brace from Lewis Rawsthorn helped the hosts land back-to-back leeague victories. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Curzon Ashton saw off Tameside rivals Hyde United on Saturday to move up to fifth in the NPL Premier table. Elsewhere, Droylsden climbed back to the top of the NWCFL Premier Division table thanks to a 6-1 thrashing of Longridge Town. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Stalybridge Celtic have confirmed the appointment of former Atherton Laburnum Rovers boss David Jones. The 27-year-old joins with a short yet impressive CV, having overseen one of the most successful periods in the Yellows’ history. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Tributes have been paid to much loved footballing icon Tony Steenson, whose passing was announced over the weekend. The talismanic figure was best known for his exploits at Hyde United, where he made close to 300 appearances between 1975 and 1984. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Stalybridge Celtic suffered a 2-0 defeat at league leaders Bootle on Saturday, in what proved to be Jon Macken’s final game in charge. Elsewhere, there were wins for Hyde United and Mossley. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Stalybridge Celtic clawed a draw from the jaws of victory on Tuesday night, squandering a two-goal lead to share the points with 1874 Northwich. The visitors were cruising at Townfield, but were stunned by a last gasp brace from new signing James Simms. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Former Glossop North End, Ashton United and Stalybridge Celtic defender Courtney Meppen-Walter has passed away, aged 32. The ex-Manchester City stars’ death was announced earlier this afternoon, in a statement from his former club Bury. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Curzon Ashton cruised into the FA Trophy first round proper on Saturday with a 3-1 win at home to Tameside neighbours Stalybridge Celtic. Elsewhere, Ashton United and Hyde United also progressed, with wins over Warrington Town and FC United respectively. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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After two seasons away, Hyde United fan favourite Brad Roscoe has returned to Ewen Fields. The central defender – who made 160 appearances for the Tigers during a five-year spell – rejoins for an undisclosed fee from National League North side Radcliffe. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Ashton United bowed out of the FA Cup over the weekend after a narrow defeat at National League North side Buxton. Elsewhere, in the NWCFL Premier, Droylsden retained their grip on top spot with a comfortable 3-0 win at home to Prestwich Heys. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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It was a happy return to Bower Fold for James Kinsey on Tuesday, as his Wythenshawe side saw off his former employers Stalybridge Celtic. Another familiar face was crucial to the victory, with Celtic youth product Prince Anuniru netting the decisive goal. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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The draw for the third qualifying round of the FA Trophy has been made, with two Tameside clubs set to meet. After overcoming fellow Step 4 side Lower Breck on Saturday, Stalybridge Celtic have been rewarded with a trip to local rivals Curzon Ashton. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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Stalybridge Celtic progressed to the FA Trophy second qualifying round in dramatic circumstances on Saturday, thanks to a last-minute winner from Liam Tongue. Elsewhere, there were also wins for Curzon Ashton, Mossley and Droylsden. notreallyheremedia.com/news/…
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