Ex-City goalkeeper sacked by Blyth Spartans - just 48 days after being appointed

DAVID STOCKDALE has been sacked as manager of Blyth Spartans - just 48 days after being appointed.
YORKPRESS.CO.UK Oct 31, 2024

Local group to take ownership of Blyth Spartans after takeover deal confirmed

There was big news announced by Blyth Spartans on Thursday afternoon.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Oct 31, 2024

Louis Stephenson: caretaker boss confirms teenage defender is back in contention after returning from loan spell at Blyth Spartans

Hartlepool United interim manager Lennie Lawrence has confirmed that teenage defender Louis Stephenson is back in contention after returning from...
HARTLEPOOLMAIL.CO.UK Oct 24, 2024

Blyth Spartans support grows as 'uncertainty' slammed amid takeover bid

Blyth Spartans owner Irfan Liaquat insists he is selling the club
CHRONICLELIVE Oct 20, 2024

MP CALLS ON LOCALS TO BACK SPARTANS

By Mark Carruthers CONCERN: Blyth Spartans’ Croft Park home PIC: Alamy LABOUR MP Ian Lavery has pledged his ‘full support’ […] The post MP CALLS ON...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Oct 19, 2024

Blyth Spartans takeover addressed in parliament amid concerns after club sale decision made

MP Ian Lavery brought up the issue in parliament
CHRONICLELIVE Oct 17, 2024

Blyth Spartans takeover at 'advanced stage' as owner confirms imminent exit

Irfan Liaquat will be stepping down at Blyth Spartans
CHRONICLELIVE Oct 16, 2024

Irfan Liaquat to sell Blyth Spartans as potential deal reaches 'advanced stage'

The decision to put Blyth Spartans up for sale was confirmed on Wednesday morning.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Oct 16, 2024

Gainsborough Trinity hoping to boost manager's fine record on long trip to Blyth Spartans

Gainsborough Trinity return to Pitching In Northern Premier League action on Saturday, as they make the long journey north to take on Blyth Spartans.
LINCOLNSHIREWORLD.COM Oct 14, 2024

Former Blyth Spartans midfielder Harrison Clark signs for Ashington FC

Nick Gray made his first signing as Ashington manager when he brought in midfielder Harrison Clark from Blyth Spartans.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Oct 14, 2024

Hartlepool United manager Darren Sarll still to decide whether Louis Stephenson will come straight back into the fold when initial loan at Blyth Spartans concludes

Hartlepool United manager Darren Sarll is still to decide whether Louis Stephenson will return to Pools straight away when his initial loan at...
HARTLEPOOLMAIL.CO.UK Oct 10, 2024

Fans boycott Blyth's FA Trophy exit

Blyth Spartans have just about hit rock bottom.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Oct 7, 2024

Blyth Spartans diehards plan boycott to protest club's plight

Blyth's Green Army supporters group have called for action
CHRONICLELIVE Oct 2, 2024

Stockdale issues warning to Blyth Spartans after Basford United defeat

Blyth Spartans suffered a defeat for the second successive weekend as Basford United collected all three points at Croft Park.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Sep 28, 2024

Four Goal Strike In Dominant Win

by Peter Scherer (Photography by Steve Ingers) After a couple of recent disappointments, it was back to winning ways with a bang for Mickleover, as...
MICKLEOVER FC OFFICIAL SITE Sep 23, 2024

Today’s Match Programme: Blyth Spartans

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MICKLEOVER FC OFFICIAL SITE Sep 21, 2024

South Shields youngster Savage hailed after Blyth Spartans brace

The South Shields youngster impressed in Blyth Spartans win at Northern Premier League rivals Stockton Town on Wednesday night.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Sep 20, 2024

Let’s Get Back To Winning Ways

by Peter Scherer Both Mickleover and Blyth Spartans will be looking for three points as they meet at the Don Amott Arena on Saturday. For...
MICKLEOVER FC OFFICIAL SITE Sep 19, 2024

Hartlepool United defender Louis Stephenson joins Blyth Spartans on a short-term loan deal

Hartlepool United defender Louis Stephenson has joined Northern Premier League side Blyth Spartans on a short-term loan deal.
HARTLEPOOLMAIL.CO.UK Sep 18, 2024

Former Sheffield Wednesday, Hull City and Fulham man lands first permanent managerial role

Former Sheffield Wednesday, Rotherham United and Hull City goalkeeper David Stockdale has landed the role of Blyth Spartans manager on a permanent...
YORKSHIRE POST Sep 13, 2024

Gordon nets winner for Blyth Spartans but Morpeth Town are held to draw

Blyth Spartans claimed their first league win of the season as Billy Gordon got the only goal of their home game against Workington.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Sep 12, 2024

From Farsley to Fiorentina: Ex-South Shields and Spartans defender ready for historic Euro adventure with TNS

A former South Shields and Blyth Spartans defender is preparing to take on Fiorentina and Panathinaikos in the Europa Conference League.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Sep 11, 2024

Former Reading record-signing makes 20th career move at 39 with North-East return

One-time record signing at Reading, Greg Halford, has made a return to the North-East with a move to Blyth Spartans. The 39-year-old moved to...
THE READING CHRONICLE Sep 10, 2024

STOCKDALE OUT TO GIVE BLYTH A LIFT

By Mark Carruthers DAVID Stockdale wants Blyth Spartans to show they are up for the fight after they battled to […] The post STOCKDALE OUT TO GIVE...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Sep 7, 2024

Former Sheffield United, Rotherham United and Portsmouth man makes shock non-league move

Former Sheffield United and Rotherham United utility man Greg Halford has joined seventh-tier outfit Blyth Spartans.
YORKSHIRE POST Sep 7, 2024

Former Sunderland, Nottingham Forest and Portsmouth man makes shock Blyth Spartans move

The veteran has returned to the North East to join Blyth Spartans.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Sep 6, 2024

Campion come close to seismic shock in FA Cup as Eccleshill win mad 11-goal game

CAMPION were just 28 minutes away from pulling off a seismic upset in the FA Cup last night at Blyth Spartans in the pair’s first qualifying round...
THETELEGRAPHANDARGUS.CO.UK Sep 5, 2024

Former Fulham and Brighton goalkeeper Stockdale aiming to make the most of Blyth Spartans 'audition'

The former Fulham and Brighton goalkeeper is aiming to impress during his interim spell in charge of Northern Premier League club Blyth Spartans.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Sep 5, 2024

Blyth Spartans vs result 1-1, 2024-09-04

FOOTLIVE.COM Sep 4, 2024

Campion do Bradford proud as BBC FA Cup tie with Blyth ends all square

Campion did Bradford proud on the BBC on Saturday, as their televised clash at home to higher-tier Blyth Spartans ended 1-1.
THETELEGRAPHANDARGUS.CO.UK Sep 2, 2024

Blyth Spartans force FA Cup replay and save face

Blyth caretaker boss David Stockdale breathed a huge sigh of relief as Spartans avoided an FA Cup shock.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Sep 1, 2024

Nobby’s days are numbered for Spartans

Nobby Solano’s first stint in management lasted just six games after he was sacked by Blyth Spartans this week. The post Nobby’s days are numbered...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Aug 31, 2024

Nobby Solano only gets time for the briefest of solos with Blyth Spartans

While Newcastle may be the latest and most high-profile club in the north-east of England to be linked with an autocratic foreign state renowned...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 28, 2024

‘I don’t know what he’s thinking’ – Newcastle icon Nolberto Solano left ‘disappointed’ by rapid Blyth Spartans sacking

Newcastle cult hero Nolberto Solano has told talkSPORT he's ‘really disappointed' after being sacked by Blyth Spartans. The former Newcastle winger...
TALKSPORT Aug 28, 2024

Former Sheffield Wednesday, Hull City and Birmingham City goalkeeper lands interim management role

Former Sheffield Wednesday and Hull City goalkeeper David Stockdale has been placed in temporary charge of non-league outfit Blyth Spartans.
YORKSHIRE POST Aug 28, 2024

Former Newcastle and West Ham star is sacked by non-league side after just THREE MONTHS in charge - as he fails to win any of his six games as manager

Former Newcastle and West Ham United midfielder has parted company with Northern Premier League side Blyth Spartans, after failing to secure a...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Aug 28, 2024

Blyth Spartans part company with Newcastle United cult hero Nolberto Solano

The decision was confirmed on Tuesday night as Spartans begin their search for a new manager.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 27, 2024

Nolberto Solano departs Blyth

Blyth Spartans have parted company with manager Nolberto Solano. The Peruvian had only been in charge for six games, taking […] The post Nolberto...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Aug 27, 2024

Match Report: Blyth Spartans 1 Morpeth Town 4

Morpeth Town returned to form in commanding fashion with a dominant 4-1 win at local rivals Blyth Spartans in the Pitching In NPL Premier Division,...
MORPETH TOWN OFFICIAL SITE Aug 27, 2024

Highlights: Blyth Spartans 1 Morpeth Town 4 (24/25)

📽️ Highlights available now from our superb 4-1 win at Blyth Spartans:⚽️ Zack Simpson (90')⚽️⚽️ Jack Foalle (42', 79')⚽️ Nathan Buddle (44')⚽️ Nic...
FOOTBALLNEWS Aug 26, 2024

Reaction: Morpeth Town Defender Nathan Buddle Post Blyth Spartans (A)

📽️ Reaction from Morpeth Town defender Nathan Buddle after a storming 4-1 win at Blyth Spartans in the Pitching In NPL Premier Division:💬 After the...
FOOTBALLNEWS Aug 26, 2024

Reaction: Morpeth Town Boss Craig Lynch Post Blyth Spartans (A)

📽️ Reaction from Morpeth Town boss Craig Lynch after a brilliant 4-1 win at Blyth Spartans in the Pitching In NPL Premier Division:💬 We grew into...
FOOTBALLNEWS Aug 26, 2024

Former Sunderland striker set for TV date after linking up with Newcastle United cult hero at Blyth Spartans

The former Black Cats academy striker has joined the Northern Premier League club.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Aug 25, 2024

Campion set for BBC as FA Cup tie to be shown live

THE Emirates FA Cup first qualifying round tie between Campion and Blyth Spartans will be available to watch live on the BBC in August.
THETELEGRAPHANDARGUS.CO.UK Aug 23, 2024

Deverdics warns Blyth Spartans ahead of Worksop Town trip

Spartans face a sizeable task as they travel to Worksop this weekend.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 23, 2024

Honours Even As Lions Held By Spartans

Guiseley played out an entertaining draw with Blyth Spartans at Nethermoor Park where the chances were free-flowing but the goals
GUISELEYAFC.CO.UK Aug 21, 2024

Blyth Spartans pick up a point after drab draw at Guiseley

There was a clean sheet to celebrate but little creativity shown by Blyth Spartans as they were held to a goalless draw at Guiseley on Tuesday night.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 21, 2024

24/25 Match Preview: Blyth Spartans

Guiseley return home, after successive 3-1 defeats on the road, this midweek when they host Blyth Spartans, writes Scott Kelly. Match
GUISELEYAFC.CO.UK Aug 19, 2024

24/25 Matchday Programme Preview: Blyth Spartans & FC United of Manchester

Issue 2 of The Lions is a joint edition covering our games with Blyth Spartans and FC United of Manchester,
GUISELEYAFC.CO.UK Aug 19, 2024

Morpeth Town and Blyth Spartans FA Cup opponents revealed

Morpeth Town will face Emley at Craik Park in the FA Cup first qualifying round on the weekend of Saturday 31 August 2024.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 19, 2024

Blyth Spartans 'working hard' on new signings as Solano prepares for Lancaster test

Spartans will hope to rack up the first competitive win of Solano’s reign when they face Lancaster City on Saturday.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 16, 2024

Solano points to positives despite Blyth Spartans home defeat against Hebburn Town

The Spartans manager suffered a defeat in his first competitive home fixture.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 13, 2024

Moore left proud as Hebburn Town battle to win at Blyth Spartans

There was an impressive win for Hebburn Town in their first away fixture of the season.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Aug 13, 2024

Hebburn Town manager sets out demands ahead of visit to Blyth Spartans

The newly promoted Hornets will visit Croft Park for their first ever Northern Premier League Premier Division away fixture on Tuesday night.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 12, 2024

Blyth Spartans new boys urged to follow example of Morpeth Town loan star

Blyth Spartans and Morpeth Town both concluded loan signings from National League North club South Shields this week.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Aug 9, 2024

Former Sheffield Wednesday, York City, Rotherham United and Hull City keeper back in game at non-league club

FORMER Sheffield Wednesday and York City keeper David Stockdale has linked up with non-league outfit Blyth Spartans after being named as their...
YORKSHIRE POST Aug 6, 2024

David Stockdale appointed to coaching position at Blyth Spartans

DAVID STOCKDALE is back in football after his York City exit in April, moving into a new position at Blyth Spartans.
YORKPRESS.CO.UK Aug 6, 2024

Blyth bring in Bond on season-long loan

Blyth Spartans have announced that goalkeeper Harrison Bond has joined the club on a season-long loan from National League side Gateshead.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Jul 29, 2024

The Opposition: Gateshead

Boro make the journey north to Gateshead on Wednesday as we continue our pre-season preparations. Michael Carrick's side will be aiming to build on...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Jul 23, 2024

Solano remains defiant as Blyth Spartans suffer heavy defeat

The Spartans manager reflected on his side's 7-0 home defeat against Gateshead.
BERWICK ADVERTISER Jul 22, 2024

Blyth Spartans have 11 trialists on team sheet in pre-season game against Newcastle Benfield

Blyth Spartans will have a clearer picture of the coming season when their NPL Premier Division fixture list is released on Thursday (July 18).
BERWICK ADVERTISER Jul 17, 2024

Every club entering the 2024/25 Emirates FA Cup

From the Premier League all the way down to Step 5, here's all 745 of the clubs entering the 2024/25 Emirates FA Cup 1874 Northwich FCAbbey Hey...
FOOTBALLINBRACKNELL.CO.UK Jul 5, 2024

Boro Women Make Additions To U23s Coaching Staff

Two new faces have joined Boro Women's U23s coaching staff.  Dom Bylett and James Howarth have both joined Boro Women's staff with the former being...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Jul 3, 2024

Blyth Spartans announce their pre-season friendlies dates and opponents

Blyth Spartans fans will get their first chance to cast an eye over the side that Nolberto Solano is building when they take on Newcastle Benfield...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Jul 2, 2024

Nobby Solano says he wants Blyth Spartans to play with flair and discipline

Blyth Spartans can play with South American flair under new boss Nolberto Solano – but with the added British work ethic of keeping shape and...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Jun 25, 2024

Inside Arne Slot's backroom team: Two coaches follow him from Feyenoord to Liverpool including Ronald Koeman's former Dutch assistant... and they are joined by the USA's goalkeeping coach who played for Blyth Spartans

Slot's interview with the club's in-house media offered the 45-year-old his first chance to allay the fears of supporters and put forward his own...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jun 23, 2024

Ex-Newcastle United winger and Wembley scorer joins up with cult-hero at non-league Blyth Spartans

Former Newcastle United youngster Ryan Donaldson has signed for Blyth Spartans ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Jun 19, 2024

Hyde United to Czech No 1: Jindrich Stanek's unlikely journey to the Euros

Goalkeeper gained non-league experience while at Everton before returning home to build an international career When Everton felt their teenage...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 17, 2024

Nobby’s at the double for Blyth

NOBBY Solano has continued his summer spending as Blyth Spartans boss by bringing in Michael Woods following the expiration of […] The post Nobby’s...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Jun 15, 2024

Workington Reds sign former Carlisle United academy goalkeeper

WORKINGTON Reds have announced the signing of former Carlisle United academy goalkeeper Alex Mitchell from Blyth Spartans.
NEWS AND STAR Jun 3, 2024

Solano eyes transfer targets

Blyth Spartans boss Nobby Solano is eyeing up the transfer market after the club confirmed their retained list for the upcoming season in the...
BERWICK ADVERTISER Jun 2, 2024

Blyth Spartans chairman Irfan Liaquat Q&A: Misconceptions, future plans, Nolberto Solano & more

The Northumberland Gazette were invited to speak to Blyth Spartans owner Irfan Liaquat. 
BERWICK ADVERTISER Jun 2, 2024

Former Blyth Spartans defender Rhys Evans is the latest to put pen to paper and sign for Morpeth Town

Morpeth Town manager Craig Lynch is keen to add more new faces to his squad, despite acting quickly in the early stages of the summer window.
BERWICK ADVERTISER May 28, 2024

It’s the Right Time to Switch to Morpeth Town – Evans

The timing was right for Rhys Evans after the defender confirmed a switch to Morpeth Town, ending a lengthy association with a fellow...
MORPETH TOWN OFFICIAL SITE May 26, 2024

Morpeth Town Secure Signing of Jordan Hickey

Pic credit: Paul Scott Morpeth Town is delighted to secure the signature of midfielder Jordan Hickey after his departure from Blyth Spartans. The...
MORPETH TOWN OFFICIAL SITE May 20, 2024

Morpeth Town Announce Nathan Buddle Signing

Morpeth Town is delighted to announce the signing of centre-back Nathan Buddle. The defender has forged a successful career in non-league football,...
MORPETH TOWN OFFICIAL SITE May 19, 2024

Nobby Solano gets management role

Nobby Solano is back in  management. Blyth Spartans announcing the former Newcastle United star as their new manager. Nobby Solano signing an...
THE MAG May 4, 2024

Premier League cult hero bags first manager's job in England with non-league club

Nobby Solano has been appointed as the new manager of Blyth Spartans, who were recently relegated from the Vanarama National League North, with the...
DAILY STAR May 3, 2024

Newcastle cult hero Nolberto Solano takes job at nearby non-league side Blyth Spartans

Newcastle United cult hero Nolberto Solano has landed a new role as manager of non-league Blyth Spartans. Blyth, a town 13 miles away from the city...
TALKSPORT May 3, 2024

Former Hull City, Newcastle United and Aston Villa star appointed manager of non-league club in shock move

Former Hull City, Newcastle United and Aston Villa midfielder Nolberto Solano has been appointed manager of non-league outfit Blyth Spartans.
YORKSHIRE POST May 3, 2024

Former Newcastle United winger Nolberto Solano is Blyth Spartans boss

Nolberto Solano has been named as the new boss of Blyth Spartans following the club's relegation to the Northern Premier League.
THE NORTHERN ECHO May 3, 2024

Premier League cult hero takes surprise new job in seventh tier after coaching at World Cup

Nobby Solano has agreed to take on the vacant managerial position at Blyth Spartans, who were relegated from Vanarama National League North earlier...
MIRROR May 3, 2024
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