Southport travel over The Pennines on Tuesday evening for a trip to Guiseley. It is the first of five away games on the road which will see over 1000 miles travelled before we next play at Haig Avenue. The forecast isn’t good so it will be worth keeping an eye out for any weather issues during the day. Guiseley are sitting in 20th place in the table and suffered a 1-0 home defeat to York on Saturday in front of a season’s best gate of 1376. The current average is 768. Guiseley have beaten Gloucester and Leamington at home and…
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George Newell completed an emotional return from injury to score the winning penalty as Southport overcame Darlington in a shoot-out to progress in the Buildbase FA Trophy. After 11 months on the sidelines with a broken leg, Newell returned to the field for the first time as a late substitute before rolling home the decisive spot-kick. After a draw in regular time, the Port progressed with five flawless penalties, Connor Woods, Marcus Carver, Josh Hmami, Charlie Oliver and Newell all converting, while Tony McMillan saved from Ben Hedley. Having taken an early lead through Jordan Archer, the Port should have…
Southport made heavy weather of beating a spirited Daisy Hill side who looked like they were going to hang on for a deserved draw and take the game to penalties. The visitors finished the game with 10 men albeit for a few dying seconds after Hensley Mills was dismissed for a wild lunge at Josh Hmami. Two late Niall Watson goals saw Southport progress to the next round The impressive Connor Hughes had given the visitors the lead on 19 minutes with a long distance shot that flew past Tony McMillan making his 248th appearance for Southport in goal. Southport…
Southport secured their first league win of the season with a 3-0 victory over Darlington at the Pure Stadium. Chris Doyle, Jordan Archer and Marcus Carver were all on the scoresheet as Liam Watson’s side claimed all three points. The first two goals came through Doug Tharme long throws, which caused havoc for the visitors throughout the evening. In the early moments of the match Archer appeared to be through one on one, but Kallum Griffiths produced an excellent recovering challenge to stop him. Marcus Carver also came close, but couldn’t steer an inventive effort towards goal, with Josh Hmami’s…
A wonder goal from the in-form Marcus Carver just minutes after he had missed a penalty was the difference between Chorley and Southport as the Yellows progressed in the Emirates FA Cup last night. The 1-0 win over Chorley earns Southport an away trip to Spennymoor. A scrappy start to the game burst into life when Jordan Archer was bundled over in the box and the referee had no hesitation in awarding the spot kick. Marcus Carver stepped up but his penalty was well saved by Urwin in the Chorley goal. That disappointment didn’t last long as Carver with his…
Southport returned from the North East on the wrong end of a 3-2 scoreline in a game that could have gone either way. It was a pulsating first half that saw Josh Hmami give Southport the lead racing through on 16 minutes after a great flick on by Marcus Carver before the home side responded with a brace by Brad Abbott on 33 and 41 minutes. Carver had a massive opportunity to put the visitors 2-0 up but chose to try and chip the keeper instead of placing the ball. It was to be a key moment as Spennymoor came…
Southport concluded their pre-season schedule with a 2-1 defeat to Everton’s under-23 side to put an end to The Port’s run of three straight victories. Former Blue Jack Bainbridge notched his second in as many home games after converting from a long throw-in after 20 minutes to open the scoring, before Charlie Whittaker and Sean McAllister scored after half-time to turn the game around in The Blues’ favour. Josh Hmami saw a late penalty well saved by Zan-Luk Leban to keep the away side ahead and seal the victory for the Premier League Two side. The Yellows had the first…
Replicated from https://southportfc.net/report-terrier-test/ with kind permission of Southport Football Club Southport continued pre-season with a 0-2 defeat to Huddersfield Town at the Pure Stadium. Two first half goals were enough to give the Terriers victory in their second outing of the summer. Despite defeat, Liam Watson will be able to take positives after another solid performance against Championship opposition. It wasn’t a desired start to the afternoon, as Adam Anson put the ball into the back of his net after two minutes, to give the visitors an early lead. Dylan Vassallo came close to levelling things, but his shot on…
Southport FC have confirmed that Head of Operations James Tedford has departed the club for a role at Chelsea Women. The club said: “We can today confirm that our Secretary and Head of Operations James Tedford is moving on to pastures new, having taken up an opportunity of a role with the Chelsea Women’s Football Team. “James has been with the club just over two years and in that time he has contributed so much to the effective running of the club, turning the role from a basic secretarial job into that of an operational management post. “He has become…
Southport FC have confirmed the signings of three players on youth loans from Accrington Stanley. Rhys Fenlon, Harry Perritt and Jack Bolton join the Port from the Sky Bet League One side until 6 March, subject to FA clearance. Attacking midfielder Fenlon started out at Accrington before playing in the youth teams at Manchester City and Burnley. He signed professional terms with Stanley this summer, featuring in the first-team squad on a number of occasions. Perritt, also midfielder, is in the second year of his senior contract at the Wham Stadium having progressed through the Accrington youth set-up. He scored…
Southport FC have confirmed that club captain David Morgan has tonight agreed a transfer to sign for Accrington Stanley for an undisclosed fee. Morgs, 26, has made 128 starts in all competitions scoring 22 goals for Southport since making his league debut in September 2017 in the 3-0 defeat at Nuneaton, the game that turned out to be Alan Lewer’s last in charge of the club. We wish him every success at Accrington and thank him for his contribution at Southport as a player, captain and someone always ready and willing to help out with work in the community and…
Southport FC have confirmed that Darren Wildman has left his position as Community Development Officer. The club said: “We would like to thank Darren for all of his work in the role over the past two years including on the various community initiatives, and we wish him all the best for the future.” Darren said: “Over the past two years I have been incredibly lucky to meet some of our amazing community in and around Southport. I have heard inspiring stories and been lucky to be part of some superb initiatives the club and Community Trust have launched. “I am…
Southport claimed their place in the Buildbase FA Trophy fifth round after a wet and windy win over National League promotion hopefuls FC Halifax Town. The Sandgrounders came out with energy and definitely put that to good use. Without football for three-and-a-half weeks, George Newell couldn’t wait to get a goal after the New Year break to give the Port an early lead. David Morgan picked the ball up on the right side and floated in a cross for the unmarked Newell who precisely headed the ball into the far corner ten minutes in. With the rain hammering down, Southport…
Southport were unlucky to share the spoils on a cold and windy boxing day. Fans will be wondering how the three points were cruelly snatched from their hands just 60 seconds from time. Southport started the game brightly with good pressure from the yellows. Connor Woods often found himself a thorn in Curzon Ashton’s side. The Sandgrounders managed to open the scoring 18 minutes in, turning pressure into a goal, when a Mo Ali throw in was cleared to Woods on the edge of the area who had a couple of touches and shot at goal only for his shot…
Southport progress to Round Four of the FA Trophy after a dramatic 5-4 win on penalties following a 2-2 draw after 90 minutes. A strange game that started brightly, went in to a scrappy period, livened up, back to scrappy before an explosive finish. Our Nemesis that is Glen Taylor was on hand to give the home side the lead after 9 minutes from a direct free kick that flew into the bottom right corner of the net. Southport equalised when a free kick by Jack Doyle was headed home from close range by Mo Ali. Southport’s best chance of…
As we approach the end of what has been a difficult year in many respects, Southport Football Club will once again be producing our In Memoriam Video to celebrate the lives of any Southport fans, former players, volunteers or anyone with any connection to the club who has passed away during the year. The names and photos of all those who have passed away in 2020 will also be included in our matchday programme and names read out ahead of our first home game of 2021. Whilst it is a very sad time for the friends and relatives of anyone…
Southport came out on top in a hard fought encounter with a 34th minute strike by Niall Watson the difference between the sides. Marine dominated the early play and had three good chances to take the lead with the lively Neil Kengni causing all sorts of problems to the Southport rear guard. It took the best save of the night from Tony McMillan playing in goal ahead of Dan Hanford to keep the scores level in the 22nd minute, somehow getting down low to turn away a shot from Kengni. Southport began to come into the game and in the…
Despite taking an early lead Southport left Nethermoor disappointed with the home side running out 4-2 winners. There was no indication of what was to come when George Newell headed home after a deep cross from Jack Doyle found him unmarked at the far post. Frantic Guiseley appeals for offside were waved away by the officials and the goal stood. Southport had a couple of chances to increase the lead before Guiseley levelled on 20 minutes after sloppy defending gifted the home side the equaliser. Dan Hanford ensured the scores were level at half time with a couple of great…
Southport will be hoping to be inspired by last week’s late equaliser as they look for their first win in four games. Jordan Archer’s fourth goal since his return to the club, stopped the Port from losing their third consecutive game on the bounce. The 1-1 draw against Alfreton was much needed for Liam Watson’s side, who have only accumulated four points in the last month. The opposition: Today’s opponents, Guiseley, currently sit in the bottom two in the league table. The Lions have only won once in their last nine league games. Their two wins this season have come…
Jordan Archer equalised in the third minute of stoppage time to earn Southport a draw against an Alfreton Town side, who were very well-organised up until that point. Despite a relatively dominant start from the Sandgrounders, the visitors opened the scoring in the 31st minute, thanks to Bobby Johnson. However, Jordan Archer scored his fourth goal of the season to level the game in the dying stages, tapping home from six yards out. Southport once again started on the front foot with Connor Woods and Jack Doyle particularly threatening from wide areas. Despite the early pressure, it was the visitors…
Southport were left feeling frustrated following their 1-0 home defeat to Farsley Celtic as fans returned to the Pure Stadium for the first time on Wednesday night. The first half presented plenty of opportunities, with the away side having the first chance in the second minute. Farsley striker James Spencer unable was to connect with a cross after being left unmarked in the area. Just four minutes later the Celts hit the cross bar with a William Hayhurst flick, showing the fragilities of the Southport defence. The opening goal of the game came 13 minutes in as a fast-paced passing…
Southport Football Club is delighted to announce our new partnership with Christ the King Catholic High School & Sixth Form Centre. The programme will involve full time post-16 education provision alongside training with UEFA qualified coaches at CTK6. Southport Football Club will deliver the coaching and playing aspects. The team will play in the English College League or National League U19’s depending on ability. All students will be provided with a Southport FC & CTK6 branded tracksuit, training, and match kit which they will wear when attending CTK6. The timetable is TBC, but it is likely to involve education in…
Southport FC have confirmed the return of striker Jordan Archer for an undisclosed fee. The 26-year-old, who was previously on loan at the club in 2019, joins on a deal until May 2022 and bolster Liam Watson’s attacking options. During his last stint at the Pure Stadium, Archer scored nine times in 21 games, including excellent strikes against Hereford and from distance against Bradford (Park Avenue). A strong striker with an eye for goal, he joins from Boston United having made the switch to join the Pilgims in the summer. Starting his career with Chasetown, Archer progressed up the football…
Southport narrowly lost their first Vanarama National League North game of the season with a 0-1 defeat to Boston United at the Pure Stadium. A first half Jordan Thewlis goal proved to be the difference between the two sides, as The Pilgrims kept their unbeaten league record intact. Despite having a few half chances, The Port attack never troubled Boston’s keeper, with clear very few clear openings. The first clear opportunity of the game came after nine minutes, as Marcus Carver held off pressure in the box and smashed a shot against the top of the cross bar. Down the…
Southport will be looking to continue their winning run as they welcome Boston United to The Pure Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Last time out, Liam Watson’s side bagged a 0-3 victory over Blyth Spartans at Croft Park, with goals coming from George Newell, Dylan Vassallo and Marcus Carver. With a 0-0 draw against Hereford and a 1-0 win over Chorley prior to that, The Port remain unbeaten in the Vanarama National League. Opposition: Saturday’s opponents, Boston, have won two of their three league games so far this season. They started the season with a comprehensive 0-4 away victory against Leamington,…
Southport returned from the North East with all three points after a comfortable win at Blyth Spartans on Saturday. It took 40 minutes to break the deadlock when George Newell coolly finished after a flick on by Marcus Carver. Southport totally dominated the play in the first period but created few chances, Carver going closest when he headed wide from close in. Blyth enjoyed more of the play at the start of the second period without causing any real scares in the Southport box. Dylan Vassallo made it 2-0 in the 79th minute after some good combination play between David…
Harry Cottam, aged 9, and his cousin Leighton Hock, aged seven, will be cycling 50 laps at the Pure Stadium this Saturday (24 October) while the Southport FC are playing away at Blyth Spartans to raise funds for the club. The close friends have the club colours running through their veins and love to watch their favourite team in action. They were determined to help the club after hearing how fans would not be allowed in to watch our games this season. Harry is a pupil at St Patrick’s Primary School in Marshside, while Leighton goes to St Aiden’s primary…
Southport secured their first Vanarama National League North victory of the season with a 1-0 win over Chorley. A first half-free kick from Dylan Vassallo, which was slotted through the Magpies wall was all that separated the two teams. Liam Watson’s side needed to work hard in defence to earn the three points and condemn Chorley to their third league defeat in a row. The Port started off brightly as Niall Watson came close with an effort inside the box, before the ball nearly found its way in from the resulting corner only for it to trickle wide of the…
A penalty shootout defeat saw Southport exit the Emirates FA Cup at the hands of South Shields. The match went to spot kicks, following a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes. The Port had taken the lead in strange circumstances, as the ball appeared to take a number of deflections on its way over the line, when no real danger looked apparent. With less than 20 minutes remaining, The Mariners equalised, with Darius Osei waiting at the back post to poach a goal. Missed in the shootout from Russell Benjamin and Charlie Oliver were costly for the Port, as the North…
Southport kicked off the 2020/21 Vanarama National League North season with a goalless draw against Hereford. Neither side could break the deadlock, in a tight affair under the lights at Haig Avenue. Jack Sampson and Marcus Carver both hit the underside of the cross for the Port, whilst Dan Hanford was forced to make two excellent fingertip saves. The first of the Sandgrounders’ keepers saves came early on in the evening, as he tipped over a long-ranged effort from Kyle Finn, that would’ve dipped just under the crossbar. The next Hereford chance was much straighter forward for Hanford, as he…