Another Wigan Athletic winger will miss start of season after injury KO
Callum McManaman will miss the start of Wigan Athletic's season after suffering a heavy knock during last weekend's friendly at Chorley.
Chorleywood Youth FC submits plan for major clubhouse revamp
Chorleywood Common Youth Football Club players and their families have backed a plan to give their clubhouse a “new lease of life” in a major...
CHORLEY 0 BOLTON 4: Preece is taking the positives from first defeat of pre-season
Magpies boss Andy Precce was disappointed with the nature of the goals his side conceded as Chorley’s unbeaten start to their pre-season programme...
Match Preview: Curzon Ashton (H)
AFC Fylde are back in pre-season action on Tuesday night when they make the journey to Curzon Ashton, kick-off 7:30pm. Chris Beech’s men head to...
Magpie Messi soars into the league
Jack Hazlehurst has gone from Step 4 to League One in a little over 12 months – and Chorley boss Andy Preece is backing the ‘Magpie Messi’ to keep...
Shaun Maloney eases nerves with update on Charlie Hughes while Wigan Athletic boss reveals fresh injury
Wigan Athletic were without a number of their senior players for Friday's pre-season fixture against National League North side Chorley.
REPORT: Wigan Athletic play in goalless draw against National League North side Chorley
In their second pre-season fixture, Wigan Athletic played in a 0-0 draw against National League North outfit Chorley.
Lincoln McFayden joins the Coasters
AFC Fylde are delighted to announce the signing of left-back Lincoln McFayden following a spell at Championship side Swansea City on a one-year...
Burton Albion move is a dream come true for Chorley's Jack Hazlehurst
Jack Hazlehurst’s move to Burton Albion is a dream come true for the attacker.
Vanarama National League Fixtures 2024-2025
Date H/A Team Cup Competition Sat 10 Aug H South Shields Sat 17 Aug A Chorley Tue 20 Aug H […]
Missing stone-washed jeans could be secret of murdered girl who was found floating in river after walking home from pub
JANET Murgatroyd was enjoying the perfect Saturday and she had plenty to celebrate.
The sun was shining, England had just won in a Euros clash...
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...
Preece: We’re raring to go!
Andy Preece doesn’t have to worry about Chorley blowing off the cobwebs in pre-season – they’ve been in all summer anyway!
The post Preece: We’re...
Ex-Man City star Riyad Mahrez’s £220,000 Audi supercar is CRASHED leaving it covered in scratches
RIYAD Mahrez’s flash Audi supercar has been left covered in scratches after a crash.
The pimped up left-hand drive Audi RS6 crashed into the...
Ollie Shenton leaves Chorley for Leek Town
Ollie Shenton has brought his four-year stint at Chorley to an end.
Walsall Linked with Non-League Goalkeeper
Walsall have been named alongside a lengthy list of clubs chasing the signature of 25-year-old Buxton goalkeeper Max Dearnley.Joined in the chase...
‘He was brilliant at Dortmund’ – Shocked fans say the same thing as Scott Brown lands Ayr United’s fifth summer deal
MARCO REUS bid an emotional farewell to Borussia Dortmund at the Champions League final earlier this month.
Where the German legend moves on to...
Kole has got Hall-marks of being top Magpies striker: Chorley swoop for striker
Chorley have boosted their striking department with the signing of Bermuda international Kole Hall.
Magpies shot stopper Matty Urwin has agreed a new Victory Park deal
Captain Matty Urwin has committed his future to Chorley – extending his long association with the club.
First summer recruit Carlton Ubaezuonu reacts to joining the club
United’s first summer recruit Carlton Ubaezuonu is looking forward to get going after joining the club from Chorley.
Andy Butler: Carlton has an unbelievable work ethic
First team manager Andy Butler is delighted to have recruited former Chorley forward Carlton Ubaezuonu as his first acquisition as Iron boss.
Carlton Ubaezuonu becomes Iron's first summer signing
Scunthorpe United is delighted to announce the acquisition of relentless forward Carlton Ubaezuonu on a free transfer following his departure from...
There’s No Panic For Preece Who Says Patience Is Key
Andy Preece has told Chorley fans to not read anything into the club’s quiet summer so far.
Boyzone and Westlife stars Shane Lynch , Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden buy lower league football club Chorley FC - and want their celebrity friends to come to games
They are hoping to drum up support from the likes of fellow 1990s pop star Dane Bowers and EastEnders legend Dean Gaffney .
Johnson has new ambitions after leaving Chorley for Silkmen
Winger Justin Johnson has decided to swap Chorley for Macclesfield, following two seasons with the Magpies.
Watford Observer junior football special team pictures
Junior football team pictures from Abbots Youth, Belstone, Bushey and Oxhey, Cassiobury Rangers, Croxley Green and Chorleywood.
Ellis has made his Mark in first Magpies season - veteran ace signs new deal
Veteran defender Mark Ellis has committed his future to Chorley.
Shaymen Memories: When Halifax beat Chorley on this day in 2017 to seal promotion to the National League
It was seven years ago today that FC Halifax Town beat Chorley 2-1 at The Shay to earn promotion into the National League.
Chorley stalwart Adam Blakeman signs new contract to remain a Magpie
Chorley have begun the process of formulating their squad for next season with the announcement that stalwart Adam Blakeman has signed a new...
Chorley have no regrets despite play-off disappointment
Chorley will head for their summer break with no regrets despite missing out on promotion.
Brackley Town 1, Chorley 0: Magpies promotion dream is over after narrow play-off semi-final defeat
Chorley's promotion hopes were extinguished in this tight play-off semi-final where a goal in the final 12 minutes was enough to take Brackley...
Pressure off Magpies for play-off semi-final against Brackley Town
Chorley may benefit from being the slight underdogs on Sunday when they travel to face Brackley Town at St James Park.
Brackley to host Chorley in National League North play-off semis
Brackley Town will face Chorley at St James’ Park in the semi-finals of the National League North play-offs. The Saints will welcome the side from...
Below-par Magpies showed all of their fighting qualities against Curzon Ashton
Chorley boss Andy Preece admits his men avoided a bullet after progressing through to the play-off semi-finals after a dramatic night at Victory...
Chorley 0-0 Curzon Ashton - Chorley win 4-2 on pens in play-offs
On a night of tension and high drama at Victory Park, Chorley finally booked themselves a long trip to Northamptonshire on Sunday for a play-offs...
Match Preview: Brackley Town v Chorley (Sunday, 3pm)
Chorley face a challenge to maintain their high-scoring form away against a tight Brackley Town defence on Sunday. With 81 […]
The post Match...
Chorley Ride Their Luck As Preece Calls For Improvement
Andy Preece accepts Chorley got lucky last night but reckons his players are due a bit of good fortune.
Chorley 0, Curzon Ashton 0: Magpies win play-off tie after nerve-jangling penalty shootout
On a night of tension and high drama at Victory Park, Chorley booked themselves a long trip to Northamptonshire on Sunday for a play-offs...
Man Utd U18s win league and cup double in front of watching Wayne and Coleen Rooney as kids prove future is bright
WAYNE ROONEY watched on as Manchester United’s Under-18s secured a league and cup double over Man City.
The young Red Devils had already secured...
Promotion would be the sweetest moment for Chorley boss Andy Preece
Should Andy Preece lead his Chorley team to promotion this season then it will rank as one of the greatest achievements in his long, distinguished...
Unique atmosphere of Victory Park can be crucial for Chorley in play-off encounter against Curzon Ashton
The special and unique atmosphere of Victory Park can propel Chorley to success in the National League North play-offs.
Match Preview: Chorley v Curzon Ashton (Wednesday, 7.45pm)
Curzon Ashton face Chorley on Wednesday seeking to protect their long unbeaten run in the National League North. Curzon Ashton […]
The post Match...
Magpies hope recent history is repeated in the play-offs
Boss Andy Preece is not too sure whether potentially having to play an extra game in the National League North play-offs is an advantage or a...
Chorley all set for the play-offs - Magpies face Curzon Ashton on Wednesday
Chorley boss Andy Preece has paid tribute to his players after they finished in fourth position in the National League North.
Peterborough Sports 1 Chorley 3: Magpies conclude league season with victory
Chorley rounded off the Vanarama National League North regular season with three points at Peterborough Sports on Saturday.
A last-day defeat won't spoil another excellent season for Peterborough Sports
Peterborough Sports probably won't let a last-day home defeat at the hands of play-off bound Chorley disappoint them for long.
Magpies targeting a special finale to a memorable season
There could be something really special awaiting Chorley at the end of this season after they secured a National League North play-off position at...
Match Preview: Peterborough Sports v Chorley (Saturday, 3pm)
Chorley travel to Peterborough Sports on Saturday in the National League North. The visitors come into the game on the […]
The post Match Preview:...
MOT View: Wood's 'Disappointing' admission can only be a positive for Leeds United Women
Leeds United Women returned to winning ways with a convincing 4-1 victory over their Chorley counterparts at the weekend. The three points were...
It’s about playing the numbers game now for Chorley boss Preece
Chorley boss Andy Preece says his focus will be on managing the fitness of his squad, after the Magpies secured a National League North play-off...
Chorley 3 Banbury 0: Magpies guarantee home tie in play-offs after routine victory
The Magpies were a cut above a lacklustre Banbury United side on Saturday afternoon.
King's Lynn Town 1 Chorley 0: Magpies thwarted by heroics from keeper
Chorley were left frustrated by the heroics of King's Lynn Town goalkeeper Paul Jones, Andy Preece's side succumbing to defeat thanks to Kyle...
Elliott delighted as Bucks see off Chorley
Craig Elliott felt the only disappointment from Saturday’s win over Chorley was the goal his side conceded as they recorded an impressive 3-1...
Bucks are too good for promotion-chasers
Buxton proved too strong for high-flying Chorley on Saturday as they ran out 3-1 winners.
Buxton 3, Chorley 1: Magpies drop to fourth after disappointing loss to Bucks
Chorley were not at the races at the Tarmac Silverlands Stadium on Saturday afternoon, falling to a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Craig Elliott's...
Andy Preece’s Magpies will keep pushing on to higher ground as they aim for second spot in the National League North
Chorley boss Andy Preece insists his men will not be taking their foot off the gas as they prepare for the final four games of the season.
Chaka Khan reveals the real reason she rejected Glastonbury 2024 legends slot
CHAKA Khan has confirmed in an exclusive chat that she had to let Shania Twain take on the Legends slot at Glasto.
And it was all because she...
Watford Sunday League: WD Bushey progress on penalties in cup
WD Bushey needed penalties to get past Third Division Chorleywood Club AFC in the third round of the Watford Sunday League Challenge Cup.
Boyzone and Westlife stars buy into football club Chorley FC
Keith Duffy, Shane Lynch and Brian McFadden confirmed they have bought into the club.
Chorley 2, Blyth Spartans 0: Magpies brush aside Blyth to maintain top-three spot
Chorley completed a maximum six-points’ haul from the Easter weekend programme to retain third place in the National League North table.
My dad’s a double-winner and short-lived SPFL star, my uncle won a Ballon d’Or, now I’m eyeing a shock non-league title
HIS UNCLE is a former Ballon d’Or winner and two-time African Footballer of the Year who starred for Manchester City in the twilight of his...
My dad’s a double-winner and my uncle won a Ballon d’Or, now I’m making my own way and eyeing shock non-league title
HIS famous footballing father was a double-winner with Arsenal and will go down in history as the first African player to win the Premier...
Darlington 0, Chorley 3: Magpies brush aside The Quakers to continue their push for second
Chorley got themselves back to winning ways on Good Friday thanks to goals from Jack Sampson, Mark Ellis and Mike Calveley at Blackwell Meadows.
Chorley not taking ‘kind’ final run-in for granted as they look to finish in second spot in NL North table
On paper, Chorley’s run-in arguably looks the kindest of any of the National League North play-off contenders.
Magpies’ goals for column is a great source of pride for boss Andy Preece
As a former striker, Andy Preece takes great satisfaction from the number of goals his Chorley team has plundered this season.
‘You are seeing the rewards' - Knowles reflects on Boston United's win at Chorley
Hat-trick hero Jimmy Knowles believes hard work is paying off after Boston United's 3-0 win at Chorley.
‘You are seing the rewards' - Knowles reflects on Boston United's win at Chorley
Hat-trick hero Jimmy Knowles believes hard work is paying off after Boston United's 3-0 win at Chorley.
Major ITV show axed from schedules after failing to compete with Strictly Come Dancing
IT’S been just over a year since ITV decided to “rest” The Masked Dancer after just two series.
Now I can reveal it is more “rest in peace” as...
Chorley 0 Boston United 3: Visitors leave with victory
Chorley’s seven-match winning run at Victory Park was ended in dramatic fashion by fellow promotion chasers Boston United.
Magpies could have been title challengers in another year
In perhaps any other year, Chorley may still have had an outside chance of winning the National League North.
Magpies fully focused on sealing play-off spot as they host rivals Boston United
Chorley boss Andy Preece reckons his men need one more win to be certain of a play-off place this season.
High fives for Chorley, Leeds United Women and Swindon, dozen for Moneyfields
Chorley, Leeds United and Swindon Town all scored five goals on Thursday in the FA Women’s National League, while Moneyfields hit a dozen. DIVISION...
Scarborough Athletic's barren spell continues after 3-0 defeat at high-flyers Chorley
Scarborough Athletic's worrying run of poor form continued with a 3-0 defeat at high-flying Chorley on Saturday, and Boro have now gone 11 hours...
Chorley 3 Scarborough Athletic 0: Dominant display gives Magpies victory
Three goals sealed a comprehensive victory as Chorley were dominant against a lacklustre Scarborough Athletic side on Saturday.