Tottenham cult hero, 45, now managing in ninth tier as he reveals plan to reach EFL in ten years

TOTTENHAM cult hero Pascal Chimbonda is now trying to make it as a manager in England’s ninth tier. The iconic defender, 45, spent two years at...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Apr 23

I watched a World Cup finalist 'go to war' in his debut as a 44-year-old player-manager - here's what happened

Premier League hero and former Tottenham Hotspur defender Pascal Chimbonda made his debut for Skelmersdale United in the North West Counties, at...
LIVERPOOL ECHO Jan 31

Former Tottenham star Pascal Chimbonda issues apology after team suffer 10-1 defeat days after he came out of retirement

FORMER Tottenham star Pascal Chimbonda has apologised after his side were defeated 10-1 in the Northwest Counties Premier League. Chimbonda took...
THE SUN Jan 28

Pascal Chimbonda apologises after nine-goal drubbing in FA ban return

Bury FC earned a historic 10-1 win over Skelmersdale United, managed by former Premier League defender Pascal Chimbonda, in the North West Counties...
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS Jan 28

Perfect 10 for record-breaking Shakers at Gigg Lane

It was a record breaking day at Gigg Lane on Saturday as Bury beat visitors Skelmersdale United 10-1 and smashed the club’s record league score in...
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Jan 28

Forgotten Premier League player now managing ninth tier side comes out of retirement to sign himself

Former Tottenham defender Pascal Chimbonda has decided to put his retirement on hold by becoming a player at the club he manages. In October, the...
TALKSPORT Jan 5

Pascal Chimbonda set to play aged 44 as manager gets stadium ban for 'fight' cut on appeal

In an effort to skirt Football Association rules around his touchline ban, Skelmersdale United manager Pascal Chimbonda has ended his five-year...
DAILY STAR Jan 5

That's one way to get round it! Skelmersdale United boss Pascal Chimbonda hilariously registers as a PLAYER to work round his five-match stadium ban - which has been reduced after appeal

Skelmersdale United boss Pascal Chimbonda has sensationally been registered to play for the ninth-tier club after seeing his five-match stadium ban...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 5

Former Tottenham star Pascal Chimbonda comes out of retirement at 44 and signs HIMSELF

FORMER Tottenham defender Pascal Chimbonda has come out of retirement aged 44 – after signing HIMSELF. Chimbonda became manager of ninth tier...
THE SUN Jan 5

Skelmersdale appeal Chimbonda ban

Skelmersdale United manager Pascal Chimbonda has been given a five-match stadium ban for improper conduct, his club have confirmed. The […] The...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Dec 4, 2023

Former Wigan Athletic star given five-match stadium ban for improper conduct

Skelmersdale United manager Pascal Chimbonda has been given a five-match stadium ban for improper conduct, his club have confirmed.
WIGAN TODAY Dec 4, 2023

Forgotten Premier League star turned non-league manager Pascal Chimbonda slapped with five-match stadium ban

PASCAL CHIMBONDA has been handed a five-match stadium ban for improper conduct. The former Premier League defender was punished after he was...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 4, 2023

Lack of goal threat proves costly for Bury against Skelmersdale

Bury lost to bottom side Skelmersdale United in a frustrating day away at the Community Stadium in Burscough.
BURYTIMES.CO.UK Nov 27, 2023

Forgotten Tottenham star-turned-boss unleashes 72 swear words in X-rated half-time rant as team thumped 6-0

FORMER Tottenham star Pascal Chimbonda launched into an incredible 72-swear-word half-time rant at his Skelmersdale United players during a recent...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 24, 2023

'What the f-! What the f-! What the f-!': Pascal Chimbonda 'launches 72-swear-word rant at half-time' in 6-0 home loss with Skelmersdale United... as ex-Premier League star tears into players rock-bottom of the NINTH tier

Chimbonda has actually done pretty well with Skelmersdale. He has brought them five points in four league outings where he has been present -...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Nov 24, 2023

Former Tottenham and France star Pascal Chimbonda admits he 'likes a challenge' as he reveals why he's taken his first managerial job at Skelmersdale United - BOTTOM of the ninth tier in England

Skelmersdale United, rock bottom of the North West Counties Premier Division, the ninth tier of English football, are hoping for their own swift...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Oct 28, 2023

Pascal Chimbonda gets Skelmersdale win over Barnoldswick Town

IN a game full of drama, former Premier League footballer Pascal Chimbonda earned his first victory in charge of Skelmersdale United in a 4-1 win...
CRAVENHERALD.CO.UK Oct 23, 2023

All in the Game: Pascal Chimbonda at Skelmersdale United . . . sign ‘em up Netflix

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THE IRISH TIMES Oct 23, 2023

Pascal taking tips from the greats

PASCAL CHIMBONDA says he will draw inspiration from the likes of Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, Zinedine Zidane and Diego Simeone in a bid to save...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Oct 21, 2023

I watched a World Cup finalist manage Skelmersdale United for the first time - here's what happened

Liverpool ECHO reporter Stephen Killen attends former Wigan Athletic and Tottenham Hotspur defender Pascal Chimbonda's first game in charge of...
LIVERPOOL ECHO Oct 19, 2023

Spurs to Skem: Pascal Chimbonda starts as non-league manager in a gale

Former France World Cup defender aims to bring success and style to ninth-tier Skelmersdale – and has bet a steak on it “You make 10 passes and I...
THE GUARDIAN Oct 19, 2023

'Welcome to Skembonda' as lowly Skelmersdale United given hope through Premier League's Pascal Chimbonda

'I genuinely believe Pascal is the right man to do it. He's gonna bring a lot of hope to the supporters'
LANCS.LIVE Oct 18, 2023

Former Sunderland star Pascal Chimbonda keen to make the right impression in management

The ex-Sunderland and Tottenham defender is the new manager of non-league club Skelmersdale United
CHRONICLELIVE Oct 17, 2023

Former Tottenham and Market Drayton defender Pascal Chimbonda drops down in bid to break barriers

Former Tottenham, Wigan and Market Drayton Town defender Pascal Chimbonda believes the scarcity of black managers is a “barrier to fight against”...
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Oct 17, 2023

Ex-Wigan Athletic star insists move into management is not 'a publicity stunt'

Former Wigan Athletic defender Pascal Chimbonda believes the scarcity of black managers is a “barrier to fight against” as he seeks to prove...
WIGAN TODAY Oct 16, 2023

Ex-Wigan Athletic, Sunderland and Blackburn Rovers man lands first managerial role

Ex-Wigan Athletic, Sunderland and Blackburn Rovers man Pascal Chimbonda has landed his first managerial role at Skelmersdale United,… The post...
THE72.CO.UK Oct 16, 2023

Ex-Spurs defender Chimbonda takes charge of Skelmersdale

A former World Cup finalist has been appointed as the new manager of Skelmersdale United. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Oct 16, 2023

Ex-Premier League star looks unrecognisable as he takes charge of non-league side

The former Premier League Team of the Year star looked unrecognisable as he was named as the new boss of ninth-tier side Skelmersdale United FC...
DAILY STAR Oct 15, 2023

Forgotten Premier League star and World Cup finalist lands new job as manager in ninth tier of English football

FORMER Tottenham star Pascal Chimbonda has been appointed manager of ninth-tier Skelmersdale United. It is the Frenchman’s first foray into...
THE SUN Oct 15, 2023

Premier League cult hero inspired by Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho takes over ninth-tier side

Pascal Chimbonda played four five clubs in the Premier League but has now embarked on the start of his managerial career with Skelmersdale United
MIRROR Oct 15, 2023

Pascal Chimbonda named new manager of Skelmersdale United as club hail 'major coup'

Former Premier League defender Pascal Chimbonda has been appointed as the new Skelmersdale United manager
LIVERPOOL ECHO Oct 15, 2023

Ex Premier League footballer named new manager of Skelmersdale United

Pascal Chimbonda, who played for Blackburn Rovers, Tottenham Hotspur, Sunderland, Wigan Athletic, Doncaster Rovers and Carlisle United, is the new...
LANCS.LIVE Oct 15, 2023

Pascal Chimbonda takes over as manager of north-west non-league outfit

Former Wigan Athletic star Pascal Chimbonda cited his desire to follow in the footsteps of Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho after unbecoming the new...
WIGAN TODAY Oct 15, 2023

Daisy Hill battle in Vase exit away at Skelmersdale

Daisy Hill’s interest in the FA Vase ended at the first hurdle on Saturday, when they fell to a 1-0 defeat at Skelmersdale United in a first round...
THE BOLTON NEWS Aug 28, 2023

Skelmersdale United defeat Northwich Victoria 3-1 in FA Cup

COMPETITION -FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round DATE - Friday 4h August 2023 VENUE -  The Community Stadium, Burscough
WINSFORDGUARDIAN.CO.UK Aug 7, 2023

The Lancashire football club playing at rivals ground and fighting for survival

With nowhere else to turn, Skelmersdale United F.C have been playing its home games at the ground of their local rivals Burscough FC
LANCS.LIVE May 1, 2023

'We just need to bounce back' - The football club without a home fighting for survival

Skelmersdale United F.C have been playing their games at Victoria Park, the ground of local rivals Burscough FC
LIVERPOOL ECHO Apr 30, 2023

PLAY-OFF PLANS ARE FIVE ALIVE

FA reveal promotion change at Step 5 By Neil Harvey WE’RE UP: Skelmersdale United won promotion through the Inter-Step play-offs […] The post...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 18, 2023

New goalkeeper for Skelmersdale United

Skelmersdale United have signed Salford City goalkeeper Joel Torrance on loan until the end of the season.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Mar 1, 2023

Former York City star Richard Brodie named Skelmersdale boss

FORMER York City star Richard Brodie has returned to Skelmersdale United as the club's manager.
YORKPRESS.CO.UK Sep 6, 2022

Skelmersdale United vs Padiham LIVE: FA Cup team news, line-ups and more

Follow all the action from JMO Sports Park
THE INDEPENDENT Aug 6, 2022

WE’RE TAKING IT STEP BY STEP

THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Jul 23, 2022

Lancaster City off to a winning start in pre-season

Lancaster City kicked-off pre-season with a 3-2 success away at North West Counties outfit Skelmersdale United at the weekend.
THEVISITOR.CO.UK Jul 7, 2022

Former EFL ref takes over at Skelmersdale

Gordon Johnson, the former mayor of West Lancashire, is the new chairman of Skelmersdale United.
WIGAN TODAY Jun 21, 2022

FORESTERS’ REPRIEVE IS A RELIEF FOR SYKES

THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Jun 18, 2022

NWCFL Inter Step Play-Off Draw

The draw for the Inter Step Play-Off has been made with Skelmersdale United visiting Cinderford Town in their bid to gain promotion to the Northern...
NONPROFOOTBALL.COM Apr 24, 2022

Squires Gate 1 Skelmersdale United 5: A day to forget against high-flyers

Squires Gate endured a difficult afternoon as they were beaten by a Skelmersdale United team sitting second in the NWCFL top flight.
LYTHAMSTANNES EXPRESS Mar 6, 2022

Avro 3 Skelmersdale United 2: Potts grabs winner to keep play-off hopes on track

Louis Potts crowned another superb individual performance with the winning goal as Avro recorded an excellent 3-2 victory against high-flying...
THEOLDHAMTIMES.CO.UK Feb 17, 2022

South Shields bring in keeper

South Shields FC is pleased to announce the signing of Scott Moloney on loan from Barrow. The agreement will see the goalkeeper spend the next 28...
NONPROFOOTBALL.COM Jan 12, 2022

Rossington Main bow out of FA Vase, Baskerville rescues point for Armthorpe Welfare

Rossington Main bowed out of the FA Vase following a 3-0 defeat to Skelmersdale United in the second qualifying round.
DONCASTER FREE PRESS Sep 27, 2021

Free-scoring Rossington Main turn attention to FA Vase

In-form Rossington Main turn their attention to the FA Vase on Saturday when they host Skelmersdale United in the second qualifying round.
DONCASTER FREE PRESS Sep 23, 2021

Radcliffe boss Lee Fowler happy with good week’s work

RADCLIFFE boss Lee Fowler was a proud man after seeing his side back up their FA Cup win against Skelmersdale United with a point at Bamber Bridge...
PRESTWICHANDWHITEFIELDGUIDE.CO.UK Sep 10, 2021

Macclesfield add winger Arnasalam

Macclesfield have signed winger Leon Arnasalam. Arnasalam has previously played for clubs including AFC Blackpool, Warrington Town and Skelmersdale...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jul 8, 2021

Macclesfield sign Grimshaw

Macclesfield have announced the signing of Jack Grimshaw. The attacking midfielder becomes the Silkmen’s fifth addition this summer. The...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM Jun 16, 2021

Prescot Cables bring in Murphy

Prescot Cables have announced the addition of Daniel Murphy. The 28-year-old defender joins the club from Skelmersdale United. Speaking to the...
NONLEAGUEDAILY.COM May 26, 2021

Harrogate Town 4 Skelmersdale United 1: Calvin Miller gets his goal wish as FA Cup upset is avoided

Calvin Miller revealed he has been "dying for a goal" after opening his Harrogate Town account in Friday night's FA Cup first round success over...
YORKSHIREPOST.CO.UK Nov 6, 2020

Skelmersdale United FA Cup run sees Lancashire police officer in the spotlight

Goalkeeper and captain Barnes, 33, will take the big occasion, which is being televised by BT Sport, in his stride having encountered more...
LANCS.LIVE Nov 6, 2020

FA Cup first-round draw recap - Skelmersdale and Marine away, Tranmere home

Tranmere Rovers, Skelmersdale United and Marine AFC are the three Merseyside teams looking ahead to tonight's draw
LIVERPOOLECHO.CO.UK Oct 26, 2020

FA Cup first-round draw: Ipswich face fellow former winners Portsmouth

League One and Two clubs enter competition Non-league Chorley face trip of eight miles to Wigan Skelmersdale United, the lowest-ranked team left...
THEGUARDIAN.COM Oct 26, 2020

FA Cup first-round draw LIVE - Tranmere, Skelmersdale and Marine in draw

Tranmere Rovers, Skelmersdale United and Marine AFC are the three Merseyside teams looking ahead to tonight's draw
LIVERPOOLECHO.CO.UK Oct 26, 2020

Stafford Rangers see FA Cup hopes ended as Skelmersdale United spring surprise

Jody Banim's Boro side knocked out in fourth qualifying round by North West Counties League opponents
STOKESENTINEL.CO.UK Oct 26, 2020

ON THE ROAD: It's a day of tears as Skelmersdale book a spot in the FA Cup first round 

ON THE ROAD: For those fearing the annual outbreak of FA Cup fever might fall victim to the sterility of football in a global pandemic, here is the...
DAILYMAIL.CO.UK Oct 25, 2020

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Stafford Rangers’ FA Cup run came to an abrupt end as Skelmersdale United progressed to the first round proper for the first time since 1971...
EXPRESSANDSTAR.COM Oct 24, 2020

Marine and Skelmersdale United reach FA Cup first round

Non-league clubs earn paydays after Marine and Skelmersdale United reach FA Cup first round
LIVERPOOLECHO.CO.UK Oct 24, 2020

Manager Jody Banim looking for Stafford Rangers to seize their big FA Cup chance

Boro entertain Skelmersdale United at Marston Road tomorrow with a place in the first round proper up for grabs
STOKESENTINEL.CO.UK Oct 23, 2020

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Stafford Rangers have been drawn at home against Skelmersdale United as they look to advance to the first round proper of the FA Cup.
EXPRESSANDSTAR.COM Oct 15, 2020

Favourable home draw for Stafford Rangers in the FA Cup

Jody Banim's team to host North West Counties League Skelmersdale United in fourth qualifying round
STOKESENTINEL.CO.UK Oct 15, 2020

Squires Gate 3 Skelmersdale United 1: Second-half goals give Gate three points

Squires Gate returned to winning ways on Saturday against Skelmersdale United.
BLACKPOOLGAZETTE.CO.UK Jan 19, 2020
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