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Opposition Overview: Southend United

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:22:42 GMT

Southend United are up next Damson Park on Saturday 22nd August, 12:30 kick-off.

Looking to bounce back from back-to-back league defeats, The Moors will be facing a tough test from an away side that will no doubt be delighted with their perfect start to the season. The Shrimpers have won their opening two league. A 3-1 away win at 10-man Altrincham was followed by a 1-0 victory at home to Scunthorpe. They currently sit 4th in the National League on 6 points.

Last season, manager Kevin Maher guided the club to the play-offs, with a 6th placed finish, before been knocked out with a 1-0 loss to Scunthorpe. Maher was then replaced in June by Kieron Dyer, the former Premier League and England International. Their top scorer was former Moors striker Andrew Dallas, while defender Gus Scott-Morris netted a remarkable 15 league goals from right wing-back, earning himself a move to Oldham Athletic in League Two.

A history of Southend

Pre-1906 to 1949

Organised football in the Borough of Southend-on-Sea started becoming popular late 1890's. Clubs such as Southend Victoria, Southend Amateurs, Southend Corinthians, Southend Ramblers and even Southend Wesleyans were on the local scene at this time.

The clubs colours were white shirts and blue shorts. By 1900 this side has changed its name to Southend Athletic, and although Marine Park was later to become The Kursaal, the ground was different to the one occupied by Southend United in their early Football League days.

It consisted of a railed off pitch surrounded by a 'trotting’ track and a large pavilion with absolutely no spectator accommodation. In 1900 a new pitch was laid out adjacent to the large property in Victoria Avenue called Roots Hall. The face of football in the Borough was to change forever following a meeting held in the Blue Boar Public House on May 19th 1906.

It is well documented that Southend United were formed at this meeting convened by landlord Oliver Trigg and a band of fellow enthusiasts.

The fledgling club usurped the prominence of the established Southend Athletic club, who were to disband soon after, and gained election to the professional Southern League Second Division. Their opponents were mainly reserve teams but also included the likes of Hastings and St Leonards, Tunbridge Wells Rangers and Salisbury City. The Southern League Division Two title was won twice in succession in the club's first two seasons. Bob Jack's side, led by goal machine Harold Halse and the mercurial inside forward Prince Blott, lost only five matches in that time. In later Southern League campaigns, Blues were forced on long trips to deepest Wales to fulfil fixtures against the likes of Mardy, Treharris and Mid Rhondda. The FA Cup was entered for the first time in 1907 with a match against East Ham. Early ties included games against long lost teams such as London Caledonians, Walthamstow Grange, Southend Amateurs, Custom House and the 4th King's Royal Rifles.

The First World War intervened and Roots Hall’s fixtures and fittings were sold off and the ground requisitioned for allotments to aid the war effort. The wooden 200 seater stand that had been erected on the east side of the ground by a local firm, Ducat's, was dismantled with the wood being given to a local timber yard whose buildings had been damaged by enemy bombs. When hostilities ceased and football resumed in 1919 the Roots Hall site was deemed unusable and Southend United's only option was to move across town to the former Marine Park, now known as The Kursaal.

In 1920 the Southern League clubs, including Southend United, were elected en bloc to form the new Third Division of the Football League. A year later this became the Third Division South as a northern section had also been introduced. The honour of scoring Southend’s first ever goal in the Football League fell to Albert Fairclough.

Despite having to apply for re-election to the League in only the second season, the Shrimpers really progressed when Ted Birnie became manager in January 1922. He turned a mid table club into one that challenged for promotion, though he never managed to get the club into the Second Division.

Prominent players in the Birnie era were Jim McClelland who was sold to Middlesbrough for a sizable fee, Billy Hick and Jimmy Shankly, older brother of Bill Shankly. One of the most notable matches in this period was the 4-1 trouncing of Second Division leaders Derby County in the FA Cup 4th round at The Kursaal.

Ted Birnie’s departure at the end of the 1933/34 season after twelve years ushered in a new era at the club. The Blues moved across town to the Southend Stadium in Grainger Road which was primarily a greyhound racing track, albeit with a larger capacity than The Kursaal. The old ground was demolished within two years of vacation. The new start also saw David Jack, son of Bob Jack, Southend’s first manager, take over the team. He had been the pre-eminent player of the time, having captained England and winning many honours with Bolton and Arsenal.

The team struggled along in mid-table under Jack although the Blues gave Tottenham Hotspur a fright in the FA Cup of 1935/36, drawing a dramatic game 4-4 at White Hart Lane. The replay at the Stadium was lost 2-1 but the crowd of 23,634 was a new club record.

Among Southend’s best players of the 1930’s were Len Bolan, Billy Moore, Leo Stevens and Irish internationals George McKenzie and Charlie Turner.

The 1939/40 season was abandoned after just three games after the outbreak of war with Germany. David Jack was called to London to work in a bank and after the war took up the manager’s job at Middlesbrough. Southend was a restricted area and the team had to relocate to Chelmsford City’s New Writtle Street ground. City’s manager became manager of both sides, although in war time matches the Southend side was effectively a combined side anyway.

Harry Warren stayed as manager of Southend when the Blues returned for the 1946/47 campaign. He had put together a useful, free scoring side and in that first season Cyril Thompson, Frank Dudley, Harry Lane and Alf Smirk all hit double figures for goals.

The club suffered a blip in the 1948/49 season finishing fourth bottom of the table and narrowly missing the dreaded re-election vote. Warren had pulled off a masterstroke that season though, signing Irish midfield maestro Jimmy McAlinden who was to prove to be the fulcrum of the team for several seasons. The following campaign with “Jimmy Mac” in imperious form saw the Shrimpers challenging for promotion all season. However, a disastrous run of no wins in the last four games saw the team miss out finishing third behind Notts County and Northampton Town.

1950 - 1959

Southend United headed into the 1950’s with the considerable optimism that gripped post-war Britain. In April 1950 Sandy Anderson joined the club from Newburgh Juniors and became a defensive stalwart for 12 seasons. He made 452 league appearances for the Blues; no man has played more. His overall total of 483 matches was only beaten in the 1980’s by Alan Moody.

Crowds soared and under the consistent, long-term management of Harry Warren, the Blues entered a period where high-scoring matches were a regular occurrence. At Southend Stadium in February 1951, Southend found themselves 2-0 down to Swindon Town early in a game. It was down to inspirational captain, Jimmy McAlinden, that the team galvanised themselves, completely swamping the visitors and winning 8-2.

A season later the FA Cup proved a highlight with an impressive run to the fifth round. Bournemouth, Oldham, Southampton and Bristol Rovers had been dispatched in the previous rounds with sixteen goals being scored. A crowd of nearly 22,000 gathered at the Stadium for the visit of Second Division Sheffield United. Despite taking the lead through Albert Wakefield, the Shrimpers bowed out of the competition by a score of 2-1.

Towards the end of 1953/54, a heartfelt standing ovation at the Stadium saw Southend say goodbye to its retiring captain, Jimmy McAlinden. In February 1953 Warren signed a gangly, skinny centre forward from Tottenham Hotspur reserves. The signing of Roy Hollis was a masterstroke as he went on to score 135 goals in six years with the Blues. His record tally still stands today.

The 1955/56 campaign was to prove one of the most pivotal in the club’s history. After 21 years at the largely unpopular Southend Stadium, the Blues moved into their new home. The new Roots Hall had been built entirely by internal labour with Sid Broomfield leading a small band of men to build the stadium we know and love today. The entire cost of the stadium, save for a small grant from the Football Association, was met by the Supporters Club and their extensive fund-raising programme.

The opening day fixture against Norwich City attracted 17,700 to the new stadium, built on the site of the old Roots Hall ground the club had used between 1906 and 1915. The move had the desired effect, home league crowds averaged in excess of 10,000, some 2,500 up on the last campaign at Grainger Road.

The season ended on a low however when after sixteen years in charge of the club Harry Warren left for an ill-fated spell at Coventry City. Welshman Eddie Perry took over at the helm and failed to win any of his first ten games in charge. However, he steadied the ship and guided the club to three top ten finishes in Division Three without ever really challenging for promotion.

It was a shame that promotion could not be achieved as Southend boasted some excellent players in this era. Arthur Williamson, a consistent Scottish full-back who played in a record 229 consecutive matches for the club. There was also the likes of Sam McCrory who was capped by Northern Ireland, John McGuigan, Jimmy Stirling and Lou Costello. Eccentric goalkeeper Harry Threadgold was a crowd favourite although the addition of floodlights at Roots Hall in 1959 would restrict his appearances as he claimed he struggled to see the ball under the lights

1960 to 1969

Eddie Perry would leave his post at the club in February 1960 so the Blues would enter the new decade looking for a new manager.

The club finished the 1960/61 campaign with chairman Major Alf Hay MBE selecting the team, finishing mid-table, although Duggie Price enjoyed a very successful campaign, claiming 28 league goals in 41 games.

For the first season of the new decade, the club appointed Frank Broome as manager. He had a decent pedigree as a winger with Aston Villa and England and had cut his managerial teeth at Exeter. The board only offered him a week to week contract though and restricted him to just five new players in the close season. Prolific scorer Roy Hollis had moved on and Broome replaced him with Jim Fryatt. However, Broome did land a brilliant signing in young outside-left John McKinven from Raith Rovers. He would thrill Roots Hall for the best part of a decade.

Broome’s tenure however was markedly shorter than Perry's or Warren's, by Christmas he was gone. Major Hay took the reigns again until the club secured the services of Ted Fenton towards the end of the season. The team finished 20th, surviving relegation to Division Four by a single point.

After the controversy of white home shirts for the previous two seasons the club reverted to blue shirts for the 1961/62 season, albeit with a white pinstripe. Tony Bentley, who would spend 12 years with the club, joined from Stoke City. The Blues would improve steadily under Fenton and in the 1962/63 campaign, despite the worst winter weather on record, climbed to a respectable eighth in the final table, and Ken Jones top scored for the second season running.

Despite an influx of new players for the 1963/64 season in the form of Jimmy Conway, Benny Friel, Bobby Gilfillan, Bobby King and Malcolm Slater. the Blues struggled to gel and finished in the bottom half. A poor season was highlighted by an FA Cup first-round exit at the hands of non-league Yeovil Town. The club ended the season with significant debts of £42,000 with gates down by an average of 1,500 people per game.

Fenton left the club at the end of the 1964/65 campaign - another mid-table finish resulted in the board deciding on fresh ideas. The new man at the helm was fiery Welshman Alvan Williams, a man who in later life would be charged with attempted murder of a young man outside the public house he ran. He had coached Bangor City to a famous European Cup Winners Cup run. He spent a club-record fee of £10,000 on bringing Italian international Eddie Firmani to Roots Hall from Charlton Athletic. Firmani’s wage packet would divide the dressing room and it became a disastrous campaign. In November, the club lost 9-1 at the Goldstone Ground against Brighton, their worst ever Football League defeat. The club were relegated for the first time since their Southern League days.

The club stuck with Williams, tightened its belt further, and a tiny squad launched into a first season in the fourth tier. The club faired reasonably well but shocking away form meant they never really stood a chance of a promotion place. Firmani was sold back to Charlton in March for just £2,000 and a month later Williams decamped to Wrexham amid rumours he was about to be axed. Assistant Ernie Shepherd was promoted to manager and the board backed him with a record fee of £17,000 to bring Phil Chisnall to Roots Hall from Liverpool.

In January of 1968 Shepherd again went to the board asking for money to strengthen his team. A £3,000 fee bought a Glaswegian forward to the club from Northampton Town. His name was Billy Best and would become a hero to a generation at Southend.

Blues looked to be heading for promotion in the 1967/68 season but an inexplicable collapse at the end of the season, that produced one win in the last nine games, saw Southend finish four points adrift of a return to Division Three.

The 1968/69 was a dramatic campaign, again Blues challenged for promotion under Shepherd’s guidance. Billy Best and Gary Moore forged a prolific partnership and Ian “Chico” Hamilton and Eddie Clayton would also reach double figures of goals. It should have been enough to gain promotion, but once again three defeats in the last four games saw the Blues finish five points short in the final reckoning.

The FA Cup campaign, however, was a record-breaking one for the club before a fourth round exit at the hands of Mansfield Town. In the first two rounds the club enjoyed home ties against non-league opponents. King's Lynn were dispatched by nine goals to nil with Moore and Best sharing hat-tricks. The Shrimpers went one better in round two defeating Brentwood Town 10-1 with Best hitting five and Moore four. It was the first instance of consecutive hat-tricks by the same players in successive rounds of the competition.

The final season of the decade proved to be a fragmented campaign. A poor start to the season saw Ernie Shepherd admitting to being on the verge of a nervous breakdown. He resigned in October and Geoff Hudson was bought in as manager. He lasted just 13 league matches, which produced a meagre four wins.

1970 to 1979

After Hudson's swift departure, the board persuaded Shepherd to hold the fort again while they looked for a new manager yet again. The man they chose was the all-time record goalscorer in English League football, Arthur Rowley, who signed a deal in March 1970. However, despite Billy Best netting 23 league goals, the Blues finished in a miserable 17th place in Division Four.

Rowley’s first full season in charge at Roots Hall proved to be a spectacular disappointment. His three-year contract with the club came with one of the highest salaries in the lower divisions. What was expected to be a promotion contending season faltered early on, the Blues winning just three of their opening thirteen encounters. Strangely for a record goalscorer like Rowley, his charges mustered only seven goals in that run. While his own signings took time to settle, it was Ernie Shepherd’s final signing that caught the eye. Young winger, Peter Taylor, a £100 signing from Canvey Island, gained rave reviews when he broke into the team towards the end of the campaign. Prolific front man Billy Best top scored for the third successive campaign.

In the build up to the 1971/72 season the Blues undertook a historic tour to Russia. Although all four matches played ended in narrow defeats, the tour was a resounding success and gained the club positive headlines.

Rowley had rebuilt his team for the new season, notably in defence with Ray Ternent and Brian Albeson joining the club. After another slow start the side picked up substantial momentum in the league and also enjoyed an FA Cup success against eventual Third Division champions, Aston Villa. The club had a super run of seventeen unbeaten matches in March and April and looked strong bets for the title. However, a vital home game against Cambridge United was lost when goalkeeper Derek Bellotti was injured early on in the game. A further three draws handed the title to Grimsby Town but second place ensured a return to the Third Division. Long serving defender, Tony Bentley, was rewarded with a second testimonial match against Stoke City.

The new season saw an excellent signing arriving at the club as Alan Moody joined from Middlesbrough and would go on to set the club’s all time appearance record of 507 games. After a League Cup tie with Chelsea in September, the Shrimpers accepted a club record bid of £80,000 for Bill Garner from the Stamford Bridge side. Goals proved hard to come by without Garner and Gary Moore went a dozen matches without a goal. In November, Rowley bought in Chris Guthrie from Newcastle to help Best with the burden of goalscoring. He obliged with 15 goals in 25 games and steered the Blues to mid-table safety.

The next two seasons under Rowley proved to be a disappointment with the club failing to progress up the table, indeed an 18th place finish in 1974/75 where the Blues avoided relegation by a mere four points. Peter Taylor had been sold to Crystal Palace for a record fee of £120,000 and would eventually win full England caps. Rowley had secured some very decent signings, Stuart Brace top scored in the 73/74 season and Tony Hadley and Ronnie Pountney would enjoy lengthy careers at Roots Hall.

If those seasons were disappointing the 1975/76 campaign was an unmitigated disaster and would prove to be Rowley’s last at the helm. While the FA Cup proved to be a welcome distraction, as Swansea, Dover, Brighton and Cardiff were beaten in a run to the fifth round, league form slid alarmingly during the season. A run of just two wins in the final thirteen games of the campaign ensured the Blues finished second bottom and dropped back to Division Four.

Scotsman Dave Smith was the man charged with reviving Southend’s fortunes. He cleared out a number of Rowley’s men and signed the likes of Neil Freeman, Ken Price and Micky Laverick. While a tenth place finish in the League was viewed as a disappointment, the club reached the third round of the FA Cup for the fourth successive campaign.

Smith pruned his squad further, preferring to work with a smaller tightly knitted team. The fulcrum of the team, Alan Moody, Derrick Parker and Colin Morris would play every game while Laverick and Frankie Banks would only miss five games between them. While the Blues finished some distance behind champions Watford, excellent home form ensured promotion was always on the cards for the Shrimpers.

Smith reinforced his defence for the challenges of the third tier by recruiting Micky Stead, Dave Cusack and Mervyn Cawston. All three would make a significant impact on the club. The team were marooned in mid-table for the whole campaign, with goalscoring problems hampering any hopes a good finish to the season. The previously reliable Derrick Parker mustered only a dozen goals, yet this would be five strikes more than his nearest team mate.

The undoubted highlight of the 1978/79 campaign would be the FA Cup which saw the Blues drawn at home to European champions Liverpool at home in the third round. On an icy pitch, the original date having been frozen off, the Blues gave their famous guest a hell of a fright and held them to a goalless draw in front of a record Roots Hall gate of 31,033. While the replay at Anfield was lost, legendary Liverpool manager Bob Paisley was full of praise for Dave Smith’s men.

The last season of the decade would prove to be a real shock for Smith’s men and would result in relegation. Pre-season was difficult after the whole squad went down with food poisoning following a game at Dover. When the season proper started it appeared to start well, a League Cup run had seen the club defeat First Division opposition away from home for the first time ever when Bolton Wanderers fell to two goals from Colin Morris. The third round saw a three-game epic against West Ham United with a crowd of 22,429 watching the first replay at Roots Hall. The FA Cup though would prove the antithesis this however, the Blues suffering the ignominy of a defeat to Isthmian Leaguers Harlow Town.

Smith altered his strike force mid season, trading Colin Morris for Derek Spence from Blackpool and buying Keith Mercer for £80,000 from Watford. The new strike partnership could not halt the slide and a run of one win in the last five matches of the season meant the Blues finished two points short of safety.

1980 to 1989

The new decade would start in the basement division once again, but if that relegation was a shock to the system, Dave Smith and his small squad provided the perfect antidote in the following campaign.

Club records tumbled as Southend won the Division Four title in fine style. Using only 17 players all season, three of whom only made fleeting appearances, Southend won their first ever major trophy as a Football League club. The team was built on a rock solid defence and an amazing home record.

The team won nineteen and drew four of its 23 home games and in the ten home games between August 22nd and November 15th didn’t even concede a league goal at Roots Hall.

Goalkeeper Mervyn Cawston went 985 minutes unbeaten in home games until Bradford City’s Bobby Campbell finally ended the run. It was two points for a win in those days, but under the present system, Southend would have clocked up a staggering 97 points as they headed the table from the likes of Lincoln City, Doncaster Rovers and the old Wimbledon club.

Although it was a real team effort, top scorer Derek Spence was voted Player of the Year and also won caps for Northern Ireland whilst with the Blues.

Southend looked, at times, a good prospect for a second straight promotion in the following season. However, inexplicable losses of form such as six straight draws in February and no wins in the final four matches, saw the club finish a creditable if somewhat disappointing seventh in Division Three.

The 1982/83 was to prove to be the end of a golden era. If the departure of Derek Spence in the close season caused raised eyebrows the sale of Dave Cusack and Anton Otulakowski to Millwall in March for a meagre combined fee of £60,000 was alarming. A bad run of form after the sales saw the Blues slump to 15th in the table. Steve Phillips, an admirable replacement for Spence, top scored with a creditable 20 goals whilst veteran midfielder Ronnie Pountney was the club's Player of the Year for an unprecedented third time.

These were troubled times off the field for Southend, long standing owners the Rubin family had sold out to local butcher turned entrepreneur Anton Johnson. Popular manager Dave Smith was dismissed whilst on holiday in Tenerife only to stage a lock-in in his office at the club when he returned. He would successfully sue the club for damages. The turmoil meant Peter Morris was appointed late in the close season and had little time to muster a decent squad. He had inherited just ten contracted players, two of which were goalkeepers.

Morris would last only until February, his dismissal was formerly announced on the cover of the Associate Members' Cup game at home to Reading, a tie the Blues would emphatically win 5-0. The new man in charge was already at the club and was a household name. England’s World Cup winning captain Bobby Moore was a member of the board at Southend and accepted the request to step into the breach following Morris’ departure. However, the great man could not stop the rot and after only ten wins all season Blues slid into the bottom four some five points adrift of safety.

Moore would preside over the 1984/85 season. Money was going missing at an alarming rate and crowds dwindled to an all-time low - home crowds averaged fewer than 2,000 for the first and only time in the clubs history. An experiment with rugby league at Roots Hall under the guise of Southend Invicta was also leaking money hand over fist. Just 85 people paid to watch the game against Huddersfield Barracudas.

Five defeats in a row without a single goal being scored saw the Blues going into the final match of the season at home to rock bottom Torquay United with a win absolutely essential. Anything less and the club would be pitched into the lottery of the re-election battle where clubs in the bottom four would go cap in hand to league members in the hope they would garner more votes than any would be newcomers from the non-league pyramid. Rivals for the fourth spot Halifax Town had won at home on the Friday night against Swindon Town to finish with 50 points. Southend were fourth bottom on 47 points (it was now three points for a win), but a marginally better goal difference meant a win would suffice. A Steve Phillips penalty secured a much needed 1-0 win for Southend. The threat of re-election proved academic as Gola League champions Wealdstone withdrew their application and the bottom four clubs were re-elected unopposed. Meanwhile debts at the club had trebled during the season, and although Anton Johnson had been ousted and also banned from involvement in football, Southend under new chairman Vic Jobson faced a considerable period of rebuilding.

Bobby Moore bought in seasoned veterans Frank Lampard and Barry Silkman whilst Roy McDonough returned to Roots Hall from Exeter. At £4,000 the purchase of Richard Cadette from Leyton Orient would prove to be a steal. The young forward announced himself emphatically with a four-goal salvo on his full League debut against his old team at Roots Hall.

Crowds were still a concern though, just seven years after the new attendance record was set against Liverpool a nadir was reached in March when just 1,006 watched the league game at home to Halifax Town, the lowest home league gate ever. Worse still was the 'crowd' for the home Freight Rover Trophy tie Northampton Town, just 683 hardy souls attending. Blues did, however, mount a challenge for promotion with Cadette scoring 25 goals, but inconsistent results saw the team fall away to a final position of ninth. However, Bobby Moore had already announced his decision to resign from the manager’s post.

The new man at the helm was Dave Webb who set about dismantling Moore’s squad. In came the likes of Peter Johnson, Derek Hall and Dave Martin. Blues challenged for promotion all season and enjoyed a big League Cup tie with Manchester City which was narrowly lost 2-1 on aggregate. In March the club was rocked by Dave Webb’s resignation, citing interference from the board as his reason.

Stalwart player Paul Clark stepped into the void and attempted to finish the promotion job off. A vital win at home to Wolverhampton in late April in front of over 10,000 people meant a top three finish was achievable. A trip to Stockport in the final game meant a win would mean Wolves could not overtake the Blues by winning the following day. Goals from Glenn Pennyfather and Richard Cadette, his 31st of the campaign, ensured the required points came back to Essex.

The 1987/88 season saw Clark return to playing duties as Vic Jobson ushered in a new manager, Dick Bate, who though untried at league level, had a reputation as an outstanding coach.

Cadette had been sold to Sheffield United as Bate brought in the likes of Chris Ramsey, Eric Steele and Richard Young. The appointment was to prove disastrous, as aside from a League Cup win against Brentford, Bate failed to win any of his twelve league games in charge. By September he was gone and Clark once again stepped in to steady the ship. One of his best moments as boss came quickly, a memorable 1-0 win over First Division Derby County in the League Cup. A Roy McDonough penalty against England goalkeeper Peter Shilton settled the tie. Clark’s capture of David Crown in November would prove pivotal in a remarkable escape from relegation after such an appalling start to the season.

The 1988/89 season, however, proved to be a real struggle. Even the re-introduction of Webb as manager in December could not halt the downward slide. A disastrous run of six games without a win in the run in to the end of the season meant a final day home win over Chester was not enough as the Blues went down by goal difference having secured a decent tally of 54 points.

The disappointment of relegation was short-lived however as Webb rallied the troops for another tilt at promotion. The season started well, a great two-legged League Cup win over Colchester earned Southend a plum tie against Tottenham Hotspur. A narrow 1-0 defeat at White Hart Lane meant there was all to play for in the second leg at Roots Hall. Goals from Gary Bennett (2) and Dave Martin, ensured a shock 3-2 win on the night, but the Londoners sneaked through on the away goals rule.

League form gathered momentum, and even a shock FA Cup defeat at Aylesbury United could not detract from the target of an immediate return to the Third Division. A magnificent brace from 23-goal top scorer David Crown on the final day of the season at Peterborough United ensured third place in the table behind champions Exeter City and Grimsby Town. Southend would finish a tempestuous decade as they had started it with promotion to the third tier.

1990 to 1999

David Webb started the 1990/91 with a much changed squad in spite of a successful promotion campaign. Top scorer for the previous three seasons, David Crown was allowed to leave for Gillingham and in his place came Brett Angell, a £100,000 capture from Stockport County. Other significant arrivals included Chris Powell and John Cornwall.

The season started very well with eight wins in the opening nine matches, ensuring the Blues led the table in the early weeks. Less impressive though was an 8-0 thrashing at Crystal Palace in the Rumbelows Cup. The unpopular Leyland DAF Cup however saw the Shrimpers find their scoring boots with a club record equalling 10-1 victory against Aldershot in the group stage. New man Angell claimed four and there was also a hat-trick for Steve Tilson. A subsequent tie against Torquay saw the Blues rattle in seven goals without reply in the final 25 minutes of the game, Andy Ansah this time keeping the match ball.

League form dipped in the Christmas and New Year period and Webb strengthened his defensive options with Pat Scully arriving from Arsenal. As the run in to the end of the season began missed opportunities at home to the likes of Chester, Wigan and Cambridge saw promotion rivals gain valuable ground. A win at Exeter though saw Blues in the home straight knowing a win on the road again up at Bury would secure back-to-back promotions for Webb’s men. A tense encounter ensued at Gigg Lane, not helped by Scully’s early dismissal for an injudicious challenge. The ten men rallied and as the game entered the closing stages Andy Ansah yet again rampaged down the right flank, his scuffed cross fell to Ian Benjamin. The man who had terrorised Southend in the 80’s as part of a powerful Northampton side turned neatly on the edge of the box. His deft shot found the corner of the home net and the away terrace paused momentarily to let the realisation dawn, and then unbridled jubilation was unleashed. It was a truly iconic moment in the club’s history.

Southend had won promotion to the second tier of English football for the first time ever. That summer, the squad was bolstered with the arrival of Kevin O’Callaghan and Andy Sussex. After a difficult start goals started flowing, Brett Angell set a post-War club record by scoring in seven consecutive games, falling just one short of Billy Hick’s all time record. For the first time in the club’s history the team entered the FA Cup at the third round stage, drawing Everton away at Goodison Park. Blues gave a great account of themselves and lost to a single Peter Beardsley goal. The match had come three days after a 4-0 home win over Newcastle United on New Year's Day which had seen the Shrimpers temporarily top the First Division table.

Form wavered though and despite a club record fee of £175,000 spent on the services of Keith Jones, the club finished in twelfth position.

The season finished on a flat note when David Webb resigned for a second time. The board appointed the experienced Colin Murphy as his replacement and his unusual training methods and rambling philosophical programme notes had the Blues faithful scratching their heads. On November 21st however, Murphy pulled off a master stroke by rescuing a young centre forward from Crystal Palace reserves. Stan Collymore burst onto the Southend scene with raw strength, skill and energy, which saw him rattle in 18 goals in 33 games. It had, however, remained a season of struggle and Murphy paid the price with his job. Barry Fry was drafted in to save the Blues from the drop. He seemed to get even more out of Collymore and four wins out of the last four home games ensured survival on the last day of the season against Luton Town. Collymore was carried off the pitch in his underpants, that day would prove to be the last time he wore a Southend shirt.

In the summer he was sold to Nottingham Forest for a fee of £2,250,000, shattering the club’s record. With Fry’s undoubted acumen in the transfer market, the fee eventually climbed to an astonishing £3.57 million. It was widely viewed that Collymore was the most naturally gifted player the club had ever fielded.

Fry shed many players in the summer and bought in the likes of Ricky Otto, who would light up Roots Hall with his mesmeric dribbling, Jason Lee, and Gary Poole, who would cost a club record fee of £400,000. A clutch of players also arrived from Fry’s former club Barnet. By January however, Fry was gone. Despite saying he wouldn’t leave the club he changed his mind and amid not inconsiderable acrimony departed for Birmingham City. Former Southend player Peter Taylor was handed the reigns and the team laboured to a final placing of 15th.

Taylor again struggled to get the team going in the 1994/95 campaign with goalscoring issue proving to be a real problem for his charges. Despite the luxury of the vastly experienced Ronnie Whelan in midfield, the team struggled for form and as relegation looked a serious possibility. Taylor resigned in February. Steve Thompson was handed the job on a caretaker basis with a dozen games remaining. It marked an unbelievable change in the team, confidence flowed through every player and goals came thick and fast. Eight wins under Thompson ensured a comfortable finish of 13th.

Thompson turned down a full time contract and Ronnie Whelan took over as player-manager, although he would suffer a career-ending injury in the opening game of the 1995/96 season. The club spent unprecedented amounts in the transfer market, Mike Marsh arrived from Galatasaray for a record £500,000 whilst Mike Lapper, Andy Rammell, Mark McNally and Jeroen Boere all commanded six figure fees.

Despite the influx of new players, goalscoring again proved to be the weakness in the team. Dave Regis would top score with eight League goals despite leaving the club in February. A final placing of 14th was only seven points above relegation in a tight division.

The success and glamour of the first half of the 1990’s would be mirrored in the starkest possible fashion by the second period of the decade. Whelan’s second season in charge was an unmitigated disaster with the club finishing bottom of the First Division table winning just eight games all season.

Whelan departed and ex-West Ham and England defender Alvin Martin was charged with halting the slide for the 1997/98 season. It was another desperate period for the Blues, a run of five games without even being able to score a goal at the turn of the year summed up a dire campaign. The Blues were relegated for the second time in successive seasons, again finishing at the foot of the table. For the 1998/99 season Martin drafted in the experienced Mick Gooding as his assistant but to no avail - an 18th place finish saw the club flirt with the trapdoor to the Conference.

2000 to 2009

Blues limped to 16th place in the 1999/2000 season, but popular left-back Nathan Jones did bring the curtain down on the campaign with a wonder goal in the final game at home to Cheltenham Town.

The 2000/01 season had not started particularly well for Southend United and despite a rally of three successive 1-0 wins in late September, Alan Little was replaced as manager by David Webb. His third stint in charge at Roots Hall saw 1,000 Shrimpers trek to Blackpool to welcome back one of the club’s most successful managers ever.

Blues challenged for promotion for much of the season but in the closing months too many drawn games and a lack of goals meant a final position of 11th. The paucity of goals was reflected in Martin Carruthers, who had left for Scunthorpe United in March, sharing the top scorer’s mantle with Ben Abbey and David Lee on ten apiece.

The season had been notable for cup performances. In the FA Cup the Shrimpers drew neighbours Canvey Island in the second round. The tie was switched to Roots Hall and a big crowd of 11,402 saw the Blues win by two goals to one. Unusually the club were drawn against another non-league side, Kingstonian, in round three but went down to an ignominious 1-0 defeat

2010 to present

A lack of goals saw the side relegated to League Two in 2010 with only Stockport County below them in the table. After seven seasons in charge Steve Tilson was replaced at the helm by Paul Sturrock.

Sturrock inherited a depleted squad with just four contracted players, but his impressive scouting network assembled a varied and experienced crop of players for the 2010/11 campaign. Gems from non-league, Sean Clohessy and Ryan Hall proved pivotal signings.

A mid table finish seven points adrift of the play-offs was a decent effort after the considerable turnover of personnel. For the 2011/12 season Blues mounted a serious challenge for promotion to League One, being in an automatic promotion position as late as March. However, indifferent form at a vital period, encapsulated by the eccentric performances of French import Bilel Mohsni, meant promotion would have to be achieved via the play-offs. Sadly the Shrimpers drew the in-form team in the semis and lost to a strong Crewe Alexandra side 3-2 on aggregate. Sturrock again shuffled his pack for the 2012/13 campaign, bringing in promising strikers Gavin Tomlin and Britt Assombalonga. Freddy Eastwood, having returned on loan towards the end of the previous campaign, would sign a deal as well. Crowd favourite Barry Corr would also make a triumphant return to the game after 17 months out through injury.

Blues, however, never really mounted a serious promotion challenge with home form being the team’s achilles heel. Once again though, solace came in the shape of the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy, the latest incarnation of the Football League Trophy. The run included a penalty shootout win, late goalkeeper substitutions and a truly dramatic last-gasp Area Final goal by Ben Reeves against Leyton Orient. League form remained indifferent however and Sturrock would be relieved of his duties in the weeks leading up to Southend’s first ever Wembley final appearance.

Phil Brown was charged with overseeing the last few weeks of the campaign as Wembley fever gripped the town. A magnificent 32,000 tickets were sold as Wembley Stadium was well and truly painted blue. However, a crippling injury list saw Crewe Alexandra secure the trophy.

Brown’s first full season in charge saw the Blues come within touching distance of League One. The boss made many additions to his squad for the upcoming campaign including the likes of John White from Colchester United, Will Atkinson from Bradford City and Ben Coker following a successful trial.

A disappointing start to the season saw Blues win only three of their opening ten games, losing five. Phil Brown’s side rallied though and finished comfortably inside the play-offs by ten points in fifth position. Standing in the way of another trip to Wembley was Burton Albion, a side that Blues had beaten twice in the regular season. But when it’s the lottery of the play-offs anything can happen and after losing 1-0 in the first leg at the Pirelli Stadium it all came down to the second leg at Roots Hall. Sadly, a 2-2 draw meant the Blues fell short and it was back to the drawing board for the 14/15 season. Brown strengthened his squad yet again as Southend eyed automatic promotion in 14/15. Myles Weston, David Worrall and Gary Deegan were amongst those who came in for the new campaign.

After a slow start, Blues started to improve in September, winning four consecutive games. Some poor form over the winter caused Brown to bring in more players and it proved a masterstroke as ‘Mr Southend’, Adam Barrett returned to the club along with striker Joe Pigott, who joined on loan from Charlton Athletic. As the season approached it's business end, Southend were in inspired form, going on a seven game winning run with Dan Bentley breaking a club record of 11 consecutive clean sheets at home. Southend went to Morecambe on the last day of the season knowing that a win would see them automatically promoted to League One. It was not to be Blues' day though as they lost 3-1 and were pipped to third place by Bury.

So it was to be the play-offs again for Southend, but the players weren’t feeling sorry for themselves and professionally saw off Stevenage over two legs to seal a Wembley date with Wycombe Wanderers. Daniel Bentley was hero as Blues defeated beat Wycombe on penalties to win the Sky Bet League 2 Play-Off Final on the hallowed Wembley turf. Cometh the hour, cometh the man as Bentley stepped up to deny Sam Wood's effort to complete the League One march under the arch. It had all seemed so different in extra time as it looked for all the world that Joe Jacobson's 25-yard free-kick had given Wycombe the win. As time ticked on and went into stoppage time, up stepped Joe Pigott to slot home in the 122nd minute to take it to the lottery of penalties. Blues were victorious, taking us back to the third tier for the first time in five years.

Phil Brown made some additions to his attacking line ahead of 2015/16, adding the goalscoring experience of Noel Hunt and David Mooney. After taking time to adjust to stepping up a division Blues got their first win of the campaign in front of the TV cameras against Peterborough United at Roots Hall. Goals from Adam Barrett and summer signing, Hunt secured victory over Posh. Towards the end of September, Blues were thrown into the Lion’s den at Millwall, and came out triumphant after goals from Barrett and another new boy, David Mooney gave Phil Brown’s side all three points. The league was now having to take notice of Southend, a team who had stepped up a division, but was also stepping up a gear or two.

Inconsistency ruined Southend’s hopes of making the League One play-offs however, as they finished the season in 15th positon on 59 points. The following season started slowly, and 12 games in Blues were facing a season fighting relegation. But when players such as Anthony Wordsworth and Anton Ferdinand found their fitness, and players like Simon Cox, who joined in the summer of 2016, found their form, Blues pushed for promotion. Unfortunately, the season ended with Blues missing out on the play-offs by one point to Millwall on the final day of the season, leaving Blues to finish in 7th.

With Phil Brown still in charge, the Shrimpers brought in the likes of Michael Kightly and Michael Turner for the 2017/18 campaign, but started off poorly, going on a seven-game winless run after beating Blackburn on opening day. Blues were 18th in January, leading to Brown's departure after well over four years in charge. He left the club after a 2-1 home defeat to Fleetwood Town, with former player Chris Powell replacing him. Powell turned fortunes around at Roots Hall, with the side losing just four times in the final 18 games of the season to finish 10th on 63 points.

With key players like Anton Ferdinand and Anthony Wordsworth departing in the summer of 2018, Powell moved to replace them with Tim Dieng and Tom Hopper. A run of five wins in seven games in September and October helped Blues into League One's top ten, and a resounding 4-0 win at Bradford in January 2019 meant we were ninth, albeit nine points off the play-offs. From there, a disastrous 11-game winless streak saw Powell replaced by Kevin Bond.

It took Bond five games to pick up his first win, and that one against Burton, paired with Stephen Humphrys' dramatic last-day winner against Sunderland, saw Blues survive on goal difference. Bond remained in charge for the start of the 2019/20 season and saw stalwarts such as Ben Coker and Michael Turner depart, while Dru Yearwood, Simon Cox and Nathan Bishop would also leave during the campaign.

By mid-January 2020, Blues had picked up just one league win and any hopes of avoiding relegation to League Two had almost completely dissipated.

Sol Campbell was now in charge, having replaced Bond the previous October but couldn't produce a miracle. The outbreak of the covid pandemic perhaps did the club a favour as it ensured an early end to the misery, although the last game of the season did result in a 3-1 win over Bristol Rovers.

Campbell departed over the summer of 2020, and was replaced by former Weymouth manager Mark Molesley. A lack of resources to bring in experienced players continued to plague Blues as 2020/21 got underway under the cloud of the pandemic. The club received fees for Stephen Humphrys, Isaac Hutchinson and Charlie Kelman but couldn't replace them adequately and found themselves bottom of League Two at Christmas.

Molesley managed to improve the defence, which resulted in an upturn in results. However, too many draws proved the final straw as Blues desperately tried to remain in the EFL. Phil Brown came back for the last six games and masterminded back-to-back wins over Leyton Orient and Barrow, but the club finished three points adrift of safety and were relegated out of the Football League for the first time.

Things didn't improve in the National League - Blues were right down the bottom until the departure of Brown in October. After a solitary game in caretaker charge for long-serving player Jason Demetriou, club legend Kevin Maher was brought in to steady the ship. An all-new management team of Maher, Darren Currie and Mark Bentley gradually improved things and Blues went on a superb 13-game unbeaten run over the winter months.

It was too late to mount a play-off charge, but a 13th place finish meant Maher had made an excellent start to his time as Head Coach at Roots Hall. A significant squad churn ahead of 2022/23 saw the likes of Cav Miley, Dan Mooney and Gus Scott-Morriss bought in. Once again a disappointing start was followed by a magnificent unbeaten run, but a transfer embargo imposed by the National League put pay to Blues' play-off hopes.

The continued embargo meant the squad remained much the same ahead of 2023/24. The 2024/25 season saw the club finish 7th in the league.

Club Honours

Elected to Football League: 1920

Division Two (Championship) Best Finish: 12th, 1991/92

League One Champions: 2005/06

League One Play-Off Semi-Finals: 2007/08

Division Three (League One) Runners-Up: 1990/91

Division Four (League Two) Champions: 1980/81

Division Four Runners-Up: 1971/72, 1977/78

Promoted from Division Four (third place): 1989/90

League Two Play-Off Winners: 2004/05, 2014/15

League Two Play-Off Semi-Finals: 2011/12, 2013/14

Southern League Division Two Champions: 1906/07, 1907/08

Cup Competitions

FA Cup Best: Fifth Round 1920/21 (old third round), 1925/26, 1951/52, 1975/76, 1992/93

Football League Cup Best: Quarter-Finals 2006/07

Football League Trophy Best: Runners-Up 2003/04, 2004/05, 2012/13

Anglo-Italian Cup Best: Semi-Finals 1993/94

Isuzu FA Trophy Winners: 2025/26

Essex Professional Cup Winners: 1949/50, 1952/53, 1953/54, 1954/55 (shared), 1956/57, 1961/62, 1965/66, 1966/67, 1971/72, 1972/73

Essex Senior Cup Winners: 1982/83, 1990/91, 1996/97, 2007/08

Records

Most appearances: Alan Moody 504 (1972-1984)

Most goals: Roy Hollis 135 (1954-1960)

Most international caps: Jason Demetriou 51 (Cyprus, 2009-2019)

Home Grounds

Roots Hall: 1906-1919

The Kursaal: 1919-1934

Southend Stadium: 1934-1955

New Writtle Street, Chelmsford (shared): 1939-1941

Roots Hall: 1955 - present

All-Time Top Scorers

Roy Hollis - 135

Billy Best - 123

Jimmy Shankly - 100

Sammy McCrory - 99

Freddy Eastwood - 77

Billy Hick - 76

Harry Lane - 75

Steve Phillips - 72

David Crown - 69

Albert Wakefield - 69

John McKinven - 66

Cyril Grant - 64

Brett Angell - 63

Barry Corr - 63

Dickie Donoven - 58

Ray Smith - 57

Richard Cadette - 56

Gary Moore - 55

Derrick Park - 51

Opposition Overview written by Scott Cattell

Key Match Info: Moors vs Southend

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:42:10 GMT

TICKETS

Season Tickets

Season tickets are valid for this fixture.

All tickets can be purchased here .

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 10:00am - please note that the car park is sold out for Saturday's match.

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 10:30am

The turnstiles will be open from 10:30am for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The Main Bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 10:30am.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 10:30am.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

To find out more about the admission & Young Supporters Membership: https://www.solihullmoorsfc.co.uk/solihull-moors-reduces-matchday-ticket-prices-for-young-supporters

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar, the Trevor Stevens Suite and Forest Bar (away fans only)

There will be food available at:

Bad Boy Wings

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

Terry's Burger Van

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 10:00am

If fans forget to pay before leaving, they will still be able to pay via Post Pay within 24 hours of exiting the car park however this will charge them the original tariff. Failure to pay will result in a Parking Charge.

To learn more, including tariffs and PostPay, please visit: https://www.birminghamairport.co.uk/parking/freeport-car-park .

Any Fans using the Car park can use the code ‘MOORS26’ to receive the discounted Rate of £6 for up to 5 hours. This Code will need to be used on the Pay Machine near the exit of the Car Park.

Any supporters' coaches must drop fans off at the NCP parking point, as the Damson Parkway dual carriageway is a red route. It is at the coach driver’s discretion to drop supporters off on the red route; supporters must then walk from the NCP Car Park to the stadium.

Travel by Bus
The X12 bus runs to the ground every 15/20 minutes from Solihull Town Centre, the NCP and Birmingham International. In night matches, this increases to every 30 minutes.
Click here to view the X12 bus route, stops and full timetable .

Travel by Train
Solihull Railway Station is served by trains from Birmingham Moor Street and London Marylebone. The ground is situated two and a half miles away from the station in a roughly north-easterly direction.
Birmingham International Station is roughly one and a half miles from the ground and is on the Euston to Birmingham New Street line.

Kick It Out
You can report an incident of discrimination via the Kick It Out App, which can be used on iPhone and Android devices.
Phone – 0800 169 9414
Twitter - @kickitout , or by contacting the organisation’s Reporting Officers on @kickitoutreport.

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Five Solihull Moors Players Feature In Masters World Cup Final

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:32:52 GMT

It was an incredibly proud day for Solihull Moors Walking Football Club on Sunday 16th August 2026, as five members of our highly successful Over 65s squad represented their respective countries in the Walking Football Masters World Cup in South Wales.

And what better stage could there be than an England versus Ireland World Cup Final ?

Solihull Moors were remarkably well represented on both sides. Ken Dyas and Over 65s captain Graham Liddiard represented England , while Martin Sharkey, John McGinnell and Mick O’Dwyer represented Ireland .

For five players from the same club squad to be involved at international level is an achievement in itself. For all five to be part of the two teams competing for a world title is something everyone connected with Solihull Moors Walking Football Club can be immensely proud of.

With international honours at stake, the final proved every bit as competitive as expected.

There was very little separating England and Ireland throughout the contest, with both teams producing some excellent walking football and opportunities at either end.

Remarkably, the decisive moment came from a player very familiar to everyone at Solihull Moors.

Just a couple of minutes into the game, Graham Liddiard struck for England , scoring what would ultimately prove to be the only goal of the World Cup Final.

The Solihull Moors Over 65s captain has enjoyed another tremendous season at club level and once again demonstrated his goalscoring ability, this time on the international stage when it mattered most.

Ireland refused to allow the early setback to dictate the game and pushed hard in search of an equaliser.

They came agonisingly close when a superb effort struck the woodwork, while both goalkeepers were called upon to make excellent saves as the final remained finely balanced.

The longer the match continued, the more important Liddiard’s early strike became.

Ireland continued to press, but England held firm and eventually secured a narrow 1-0 victory , with Graham’s goal proving enough to decide the destination of the Masters World Cup trophy.

While there could ultimately only be one winning team, from a Solihull Moors perspective the occasion was about much more than the final result.

Seeing Martin Sharkey, John McGinnell, Mick O’Dwyer, Ken Dyas and Graham Liddiard representing their countries on such a prestigious stage was a tremendous moment for the club.

These are five players who regularly train, compete and share a dressing room together for Solihull Moors. On this occasion, however, they found themselves pulling on different international shirts and competing against one another for a world title.

It is difficult to think of a better demonstration of the standard that the Solihull Moors Over 65s squad has reached.

Congratulations go to Graham and Ken on England’s World Cup victory, and equally to Martin, John and Mick for their achievement in helping Ireland reach the final and pushing England all the way.

When the final whistle sounded, the result may have divided the five players temporarily, but they will soon be back together wearing the yellow and blue of Solihull Moors.

There will not be much time for our international players to put their feet up.

Attention will now return to club football as the Solihull Moors Over 65s prepare for another major challenge — the National Cup Finals at Nottingham University on Sunday 6th September 2026 .

Six teams will compete in the Over 65s age group in a final round-robin competition to determine the 2026 National Cup champions.

Solihull Moors will travel to Nottingham full of confidence following another remarkable season, and having five members of the squad return from representing England and Ireland in a Masters World Cup Final only underlines the quality and experience available within the team.

It promises to be another special occasion for a group of players who have already achieved so much together.

Whatever happens at Nottingham, having five Solihull Moors Walking Football players involved in an England versus Ireland World Cup Final is an achievement the entire club can celebrate.

Five players. Two countries. One club.

A fantastic achievement for Solihull Moors Walking Football Club — and further evidence of the remarkable strength of our Over 65s squad.

What a Day for our Mascots!

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:02:54 GMT

What a day for our mascots on Saturday!

They kicked things off with an amazing meet & greet with the players, autograph cards in hand, questions ready, and plenty of photo moments with the squad. The smiles said it all.

From there, they headed into the media room, where Mark, our stadium announcer, gave them the full experience. Each mascot took the mic and spoke to the fans across the ground. A huge confidence boost and a moment they’ll never forget.

Next stop: the 3G pitch, where former Moors player Tyrone Williams delivered an energetic and exciting coaching session. The mascots absolutely loved it.

At half‑time, they were invited back onto the 3G to enjoy sandwiches and snacks prepared by the Foundation Team, giving them a chance to refuel and chat about their favourite moments of the day.

And to top it all off, here’s what one parent had to say:

“ Thank you to H and the Foundation for a fantastic experience for our kids and our friends’ children on Saturday, being mascots at the Moors game. Getting a tour, meeting the players and even speaking on the Tanoy, to coaching on the astro turf, then mascots for the walk out and finally having some half-time refreshments, it was a fantastic day….. the kids will never forget it!”

Hearing feedback like this means everything and we hope it inspires even more young people to come forward and enjoy the mascot experience with us. ��

Key Match Info: Solihull Moors vs Middlesbrough U21s

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:46:05 GMT

TICKETS

Season Tickets

Season tickets are not valid for this fixture.

All tickets can be claimed here

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 5:00 pm

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 5:30 pm

The turnstiles will be open from 5:30pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 5:30 pm.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 5:30 pm.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar and the Trevor Stevens Suite.

There will be food available at:

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 5.00 pm

To learn more, including tariffs and PostPay, please visit: https://www.birminghamairport.co.uk/parking/freeport-car-park .

Any supporters' coaches must drop fans off at the NCP parking point, as the Damson Parkway dual carriageway is a red route. It is at the coach driver’s discretion to drop supporters off on the red route; supporters must then walk from the NCP Car Park to the stadium.

Travel by Bus
The X12 bus runs to the ground every 15/20 minutes from Solihull Town Centre, the NCP and Birmingham International. In night matches, this increases to every 30 minutes.
Click here to view the X12 bus route, stops and full timetable .

Travel by Train
Solihull Railway Station is served by trains from Birmingham Moor Street and London Marylebone. The ground is situated two and a half miles away from the station in a roughly north-easterly direction.
Birmingham International Station is roughly one and a half miles from the ground and is on the Euston to Birmingham New Street line.

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Opposition Preview: Middlesbrough U21s

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:09:59 GMT

Opposition Overview

Chris Millington’s Solihull Moors are set to take a break from league action, with the Moors set to face Middlesbrough’s Under 21s side, who are managed by Lead Coach Mark Tinkler. This National League Cup fixture is set to be played at Damson Park on the evening of Tuesday 18th August.

Boro’s most recent game saw them take on Hartlepool United in the same competition away from home at Victoria Park. It was a ruthless and clinical display from Tinkler’s outfit, who won 10 -0 in the end, with his side also dominating possession. There were four goals for Frankie Coulson, whilst the likes of Layton Campbell, Ezra Tika-Lemba, Dan James, Lucca Kakai, and Lucas Harrison also scored.

Last season they finished in 16th place in the Premier League 2 with 27 points from 20 games before then being knocked out at the Round of 16 stage thanks to what was a narrow 1 – 0 defeat against Chelsea even after the Blues went down to ten men.

Middlesbrough Football Club were founded all the way back in 1876 by members of the local Middlesbrough Cricket Club during a meeting that took place at the Albert Park Hotel. Their first officially recorded game took place a year later against Teesside Wanderers in 1877, which ended in a 1 – 1 draw at the Archery Ground in Albert Park. The honour of the club’s first goal goes to Jackson Ewbank.

In 1899, Boro were officially elected to the English Football League via Division Two. Following an opening defeat against Lincoln City and a maiden victory against Grimsby Town at home, Middlesbrough went on to eventually achieve promotion to Division One in 1902, whilst only conceding 24 goals in the process over the course of the season. This remains a club record.

A year later, they moved to Ayresome Park, beating Celtic in a pre-season game in what was their first match there. Then, in 1914, they achieved their best ever league position by coming third in the First Division.

During the 1966 FIFA World Cup, Boro’s home hosted several matches during the tournament, including fixtures that involved nations like Russia, Italy, North Korea, and Chile.

In 1974, Jack Charlton took charge of Boro in his first-ever season in management, leading his side to become title winners in the Second Division with what was a record number of points at the time, 65.

We then fast forward to 1988; Middlesbrough were then in the middle of a revival, achieving what would be a second consecutive promotion, which saw them make their return to Division One, doing so with wins in the play-offs against teams like Bradford City and Chelsea.

Following his appointment back in 1994, Bryan Robson led Boro to the Division One title, then the second tier. They also said a fond farewell to Ayresome Park before moving to their current home, the Riverside Stadium. They would go on to sign Juninho, as well as the likes of Fabrizio Ravanelli and Nick Barmby for fees of £7 million and £5.75 million respectively.

Moving on to 2004, it was a tremendous year for the club’s academy, with the club’s youngsters lifting that season’s FA Youth Cup. That year was also highly successful for the first team as well, with the club securing its first piece of silverware in the form of the Carling Cup, now the League Cup, at the Millennium Stadium. They had beaten Bolton Wanderers 2 – 1 in the Welsh Capital of Cardiff.

Then, in 2005, they played their first games in Europe via the UEFA Cup, where they faced teams like the Czech Republic’s Banik Ostrava, winning 3 – 0. That season’s Premiership saw Boro finish 7th, their highest finish to date, whilst also securing a place in the UEFA Cup for the second consecutive season.

In the 2006/07 UEFA Cup, Middlesbrough were able to beat the likes of Roma, Stuttgart, Basel, and Romanian outfit Steaua Bucharest before getting to the final, where they would go on to lose 4 – 0 in the Dutch city of Eindhoven against Spanish outfit Sevilla.

In 2009, Boro were relegated from the Premier League after an eleven year stay in England’s top flight.

Middlesbrough did not secure their return to the Premier League until 2016 when they secured second place in the Championship under the stewardship of Spaniard Aitor Karanka. Their promotion was secured in the end via a 1 – 1 draw on the final day against Brighton.

They were immediately relegated, with Karanka also being relieved of his duties and first team boss. In the years that have followed, Middlesbrough have come close on numerous occasions, but have yet to secure promotion from England’s second tier.

Last season, under the stewardship of current First Team boss Kim Hellberg, they ended up finishing in 5th place with 80 points to their name after 46 matches. After securing passage to the Final at Wembley following controversy surrounding Southampton, they narrowly lost 1 – 0 in the capital against Sergej Jakirovic. The winning goal came from their Scottish striker Oliver McBurnie in second half stoppage time.

In the opposition dugout – Mark Tinkler

Mark Tinkler is the current Lead Coach of Middlesbrough’s Under 21s team, having been in charge ever since he was appointed back in December 2021. Before that, he had previously been in charge of Boro’s Under 18s, watching over the development of many of the club’s emerging talent in the academy. Some have since made it to the club’s first team.

Tinkler is also a former professional footballer, having made more than 400 appearances over a period of 17 years, from 1993 to 2010. He represented the likes of Leeds United (1993 - 1997), York City (1997 - 1999), Southend United (1999 - 2000), Hartlepool United (2000 - 2007), Livingston (2007 - 2008), Whitby Town (2008), Shildon (2008 - 2009), Esh Winning (2009 - 2010), and finally Newton Aycliffe (2010).

Key Player – Frankie Coulson

Frankie Coulson is one of the standout players for the Middlesbrough Under 21s side, with the forward scoring as many as four goals in their recent 10 – 0 National League Cup game against Hartlepool United last time out.

Born in Hartlepool, Coulson joined Middlesbrough at Under 10s level. For the Under 18s, he was able to score 7 goals in 18 games before then making his Under 21s debut against Aston Villa in the same year as he made the step up to the club’s Under 18s team.

In the 2024/25 campaign, he was a standout player, scoring no less than 12 goals in his 14 appearances in the Premier League North; he also made 14 appearances in the Premier League 2 for the Under 21s side. He was awarded the club’s prestigious Academy Scholar of the Season award for his exceptional efforts in the 2024/25 campaign.

During the recent 2025/26 season, he was sent out on loan to Morpeth Town of the Northern Premier League Premier Division. That season, his club got relegated down to the Northern Premier League Division One East following a 20th place finish. He only scored one goal, but only spent a month on loan at the club before returning to Middlesbrough’s Under 21s side.

In 2025/26, he was able to score two goals whilst also getting 6 assists in 18 appearances in the Premier League 2.

Opposition Preview written by Adam Holt

Match Report: Moors vs Boston Utd

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:03 GMT

In the first home game of the new season, 22nd place Solihull Moors welcomed the 19th placed Boston United to Damson Park, with 898 spectators in attendance.

The first meaningful chance of the game happened on the 17th minute, when a fast counter attacking move resulted with a fantastic through ball to Joe Sbarra who was bearing down on goal, only to be denied from a superb save from Louis Chadwick, low to his right hand side.

On the 28th minute, Boston United took the lead. A poor headed clearance on the right hand side dropped to Lennon Wheeldon, who advanced onto the edge of the box and curled it with his right foot, delightfully into the bottom left corner going in off the post. Solihull 0 - 1 Boston.

Boston United doubled their lead on the 48th minute. After some great hold up play from Tom Cursons, the Boston forward played a cutting through ball in search of Kenneth Aboh. Aboh was one on one with the on rushing goalkeeper and slotted the ball into the right corner. Solihull 0- 2 Boston.

After losing possession of the ball on the right hand side, Boston were awarded a penalty on the 80th minute. The referee judged Lennon Wheeldon was nudged in the back. The resulting penalty was taken by Tom Cursons and was saved brilliantly with his feet by Max Metcalfe who then instinctively reacted to stop the second effort off the line. The score remains Solihull 0 - 2 Boston

This defeat means that The Moors have slipped to 23rd in the table after the back to back defeats and Boston United climbing to 10th.

The Moors will face Middlesbrough Under 21s at Damson Park in their opening National League Cup group C fixture on Tuesday 18th August kicking off at 19:00. Middlesbrough currently sit top of the group after winning 10-0 in their first game of the tournament.

Match report written by Bryan Connolly

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M42 Road Closures

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:25:16 GMT

M42 Closed

From 9pm on Friday 14 August until 5am Monday 17 August 2026.

M42 between junctions 6 to 9 northbound and 9 to 6 southbound (including M6 J4a southbound link to M42 in both directions).

M6 northbound J3a link to M6toll T1 and M6 Toll southbound from T2.

Key Match Info: Boston United

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:12:16 GMT

TICKETS

Season Tickets

Season tickets are valid for this fixture.

All tickets can be purchased here

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 12:30pm

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 1pm

The turnstiles will be open from 1pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main and Trevor Stevens bars will open at 1pm.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 12:30pm.

Junior Tickets
15-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U15 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 15 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 16 or over.

To find out more information & how to organise your Youth Pass:

�� https://www.solihullmoorsfc.co.uk/solihull-moors-reduces-matchday-ticket-prices-for-young-supporters

3G ACTIVATIONS

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar/Trevor Stevens

There will be food available at:

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

Terry's Burger Van

PROGRAMME

The matchday programme can be downloaded here

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 12:30pm

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Opposition Overview: Boston United

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:56:50 GMT

Our Opponents

Boston United are up next for The Moors, as we look to bounce back from last weekend's opening day defeat away to Harrogate Town.

They are managed by Paul Hurst, who guided the club to a 12th-place finish last season, with Lenell John-Lewis finishing as Boston United's top goalscorer in the 25/26 National League with 11 goals.

Moors fans may remember that Boston were our opponents in the bizarre final home game of last season, when Conor Wilkinson was wrongly sent off for an incident that he has now been fully cleared of. The manner in which Boston's players, management, coaching staff and fans handled the situation was impeccable, both during the suspended game, and afterwards, further adding to the mutual respect between the clubs. The away side ran out comfortable 3-0 winners in the end, with the scoreline at 0-0 before the sending-off.

Left-back Matty Carson arrived in Solihull from Saturday's visitors, as he gets to welcome his former club in the early-season fixture. Boston also tasted defeat on the opening weekend, going down 1-0 at home to Aldershot.

Pre-season

Pre-season gave mixed results for our opponents, losing to Lincoln and Hednesford, drawing 0-0 with Grimsby, and beating Alfreton and Peterborough, 2-1 and 1-0 respectively.

A history of Boston United

Known as The Pilgrims, the name 'Boston United' was originally created in 1933. Football had been played locally since the 1800s, on the site of York Street Stadium.

In 1887, the Lincolnshire side took part in their first ever FA Cup fixture, getting beat 7-0 against Gainsborough Trinity. Some even heavier defeats followed in the seasons after, including a 9-0 hammering by Lincoln City, and letting in double figures against Grimbsy Town in a 10-0 loss.

Heading into the First World War, there were now two clubs in the area, Boston Town, and Boston Swifts. In the early 1990s a small stand was built on the pitch they both shared on Main Ridge. Due to its location, the pitch was named Main Ridge. Along this road were two pubs, The Coach and Horses, headquarters of Boston Town, and The Indian Queen, home of Boston Swifts. Players of both clubs used their 'home' pub to get changed for matches, as there were no changing facilities at Main Ridge. Both clubs played in the Lincoln and District League.

When the war ended, one single team emerged, and were then known as Boston. The first spell of success for the Club came in the form of winning the Lincoln and District League in consecutive seasons, and as a result, the club went semi-professional, moving to the Midland League. 1925 saw them pull off their first giant killing in the FA Cup, beating Bradford Park Avenue in the second round, and in the same season, they finished 2nd in their league, also achieving 2nd place in the 1926/27 season.

Dressing rooms and entrances to the ground were added to the ground, now known as 'Shodfriars Lane', before club directors decided to wind up the club by going into liquidation, following several years of financial struggles and lack of success.

The idea of founding an amateur team to play in the Peterborough League was a possibility, until a group of Boston supporters held a meeting and decided to create a new club to replace the previous Boston in the Midlands League. This gained enough support from across the town, and the new club, Boston United was born in the summer of 1933.

The new Boston United were granted permission to play their home games on the Shodfriars Lane ground, and wore the old blue kit from the previous Boston side, before changing to black shirts with a white v-neck, after the blue kits colour started to fade.

In 1934, the club elected local businessman Ernest Malkinson onto the board, and for the next 70 years, the Malkinson family drove the club to establish itself as one of the major semi-professional sides in the country.

The club's longest serving manager, Freddy Tunstall, in charge for 9 seasons, was also arguably the most famous player to pull on a Boston United shirt.

Aside from his 7 England caps, the former winger was well known for scoring the winning goal for Sheffield United in the 1925 FA Cup Final against Cardiff.

1954 was the year the club appointed ex-Derby County goalkeeper Ray Middleton as player-manager. Middleton built a strong squad, filled with players from his former club, which they then drew to play away in the 1955/56 FA Cup. The result, a huge 6-1 victory for Boston, which to this day is still the biggest away win for a non-league team against a league side. They then went onto lose to Tottenham in the next round in a great season for Middleton's side, who also finished runners-up in the Midland League, their highest ever performance at the time.

Boston were averaging around 5,000 fans for league games, but when they installed floodlights in 1955, over 9000 spectators piled in to watch them ay Corby Town

United joined the Southern League in the 58/59 season as they set their sights in a place in the Football League, they finished third in the North Western Zone. Two seasons later, they finished bottom and left the league, joining the Central Alliance League in 1961, before winning a league and cup double. The following season, the joined the new Midland League, but were again hit by financial difficulties shortly after, been forced to leave the league. To keep the club name alive, they made an amateur team and played in the Boston and District League for the 64/65 season.

The following year saw them begin their journey back into non-league football, winning a United Counties double, before been denied re-entry to the Midlands League and been forced to join the West Midlands League. This made them the only East Coast club to play in that league, move that worked well for them, as they won the League Title two years in a row, and also the League's Cup competition in the second year.

1968 saw Boston become founder members of the newly formed Northern Premier League and the start of an 11 year period in which multiple honours were won and records were set.

In nine of these seasons, they were involved in title races, winning four of them, Boston were the first club ever to win a treble of league, cup and shield at this level. They won the League Cup twice, the Northern Premier League Shield four times and the non-league Champions of Champions Trophy twice. They also hold records of conceding only three goals at home in league games in a whole season, 51 consecutive home and away league games without a defeat, and 64 home league games without a defeat. During this period a number of FA Cup triumphs over Football League opposition were gained and, notably, a return to the Baseball Ground in 1974 when they held Derby County, the team which would finish in third place in the league that season and win it the following season, to a 0-0 draw. The replay saw 11,000 spectators at York Street by which name the ground was now known and Derby through with few problems.

A promotion to the Football League was excruciatingly taken away from the club in 1977, when their ground was deemed unsuitable by Football League inspectors. Second-placed Wigan Athletic were instead given promotion, with Boston's board agreeing never to be in that situation again. A huge rebuild began, with most of the York Street Ground been knocked down and started again from scratch, backed in part by fundraising schemes. The locals pumped money and time into the build, funding the new stands, toilets, floodlights, turnstiles, terracing and snackbars that are still seen today.

With the clubs priorities been geared more towards the infrastructure and facilities, the football was put aside, which led to less success on the pitch. They joined the Alliance Premier League as founding members in 1979, finishing third in the league standings.

The Pilgrims celebrared their 50th anniversary by reaching Wembley in the FA Trophy final. They eventually lost 2-1 to Gola League Champions Wealdstone, infront of over 12,000 Boston supporters out of a total crowd of just shy of 21,000. Around 5,000 of them welcomed the team back to Boston the following day to celebrate their performance in the final.

An unsuccessful 1992-93 season saw the club finish bottom of the Conference and they were relegated to the Northern Premier League. They did however also reintroduce a reserve side, playing in the TSW Printers Lincolnshire League, which consisted mainly of local players.

In the 1995-96 season, United finished as runners-up in the UniBond League but an admin error meant that they were unable to take the promotion spot and return to the Conference. At the end of the season, long serving chairman, Pat Malkinson stepped down, due to other business commitments. Vice-chairman Sydney Burgess stepped up to take the reins and immediately introduced a new youth development scheme at York Street.

The 96/97 season saw United enjoy a good cup run for the first time in ten years, losing out to Chester City by a 1-0 margin in the second round proper. They also reached the UniBond League Challenge Cup final, losing 1-0 to rivals Gainsborough Trinity at Sincil Bank

The 1997-98 season saw the Pilgrims pick up the runners-up trophy again in the UniBond League. For the 1998-99 season, the Pilgrims moved sideways from the UniBond League into the Dr Martens League. After a poor start which saw them drop into a relegation spot, manager Greg Fee resigned and was replaced by the manager of Stamford AFC, Steve Evans. The turnaround in the club's fortunes was quite dramatic. Although it was always unlikely that Boston would catch up with runaway leaders Nuneaton Borough, they eventually claimed the runners-up spot. The club also had their best run in the FA Trophy since 1993, reaching the quarter-finals before being knocked out by St Albans City.

The Pilgrims were promoted back to the Conference in 99/00. They won the Dr Martens League after dominating and sitting top for most of the season. They confirmed the league title at York Street with a win against local rivals Grantham Town, much to the delight of the 4000+ Boston supporters.

A slow start to the 00/01 season hindered any hopes of a high league position, finishing in 12th place in their first season back in the Conference.

The Club made the decision to go fully professional in the 01/02 season, and went onto win the Conference title and finally, after suffering years of financial problems, heartbreak and unforseen circumstances, won promotion to the Football League. Theor dream was put into doubt, due to an FA investigation into the club during the summer of 2002. Despite the uncertainty they eventually took their place in the Football League, drawing 2-2 against Bournemouth at the York Street Stadium.

Manager Steve Evans had left the club during that summer, having been banned from football for 20 months.

However, new manager Neil Thompson performed absolute heroics to overcome the four point deduction that was given the club, and managed a very rrsoectable finish of 15th place.

The 03/04 season was another unsettled one due to a takeover saga, a mid-season change of manager, and off-field issues. Steve Evans returned to the club and led them to 11th, the highest position in their Football League history, while the newly-formed Centre of Excellence also enjoyed a fine first season in existence, under the guidance of Daral Pugh and Neil Richardson.

The 2004-2005 campaign saw the Pilgrims reach the third round of the FA Cup for the first time in over 30 years, while the youth team replicated this feat by reaching round three of the FA Youth Cup. The first team finished the season in 16th place in League Two and striker Andy Kirk became United's first ever current international, by playing for Northern Ireland during his time with the Pilgrims.

The 05/06 season witnessed the Pilgrims claim 11th place in League Two. The Pilgrims recorded their bestever points tally in the Football League of 61, aswell as reaching the second round of the FA Cup

The 06/07 campaign ended in relegation. Key player were sold and the rest of the squad members and staff went unpaid for the final two months of the season. The Pilgrims took their fight for survival to the last day at Wrexham, but after leading at half-time, lost 3-1 to lose the Football League status after 5 years.

June 2007 brought worse news to the club, with demotion to 'Blue Square North' confirmed after the Pilgrims entered a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA). It meant that United would begin the 07/2008 season in the second tier of non-league football for the first time since 2000.

David Newton and Neil Kempster assumed control of the club in July 2007 and tried to restore the reputation of a club in tatters. By May 2008 they brought the club out of CVA, two years ahead of schedule, showing positive financial progress

07/08 saw the Pilgrims finish 10th in Blue Square North, under the guidance of new manager Tommy Taylor. Paul Ellender, Stewart Talbot and David Galbraith were the only players to figure from the last seasons squad and Taylor guided his new-look side to a top half finish as Boston United finally started to show signs of recovery following a?m extremely tough spell in their history.

They were again hit with another demotion in June 2008, when the club were removed from The Football Conference and placed in the UniBond Premier League, the third tier of non-league football.

United struggled and only escaped relegation on the final day of the season by virtue of a 1-0 victory over Cammell Laird. Taylor and Steve Welsh had shared the managerial duties during the campaign, but the club appointed new joint first team managers ahead of the 09/10 season, Rob Scott and Paul Hurst who had guided Ilkeston Town to promotion via the play-offs just weeks earlier, took the reigns.

The club's York Street ground was renamed "The Jakemans Stadium" in 2009 following a major sponsorship deal with Jakemans Confectioners.

Scott and Hurst repeated their earlier promotion feat with Ilkeston by guiding Boston to promotion via the play-offs in 2010. The Pilgrims' 2-1 extra-time win at Bradford Park Avenue added to the Lincolnshire Senior Shield and UniBond League Challenge Cup already won during the season.

The 10/11 season in Blue Square Bet North was another memorable one, finishing third and securing another spot in the play-offs. They trailed 1-0 to Guiseley after the first leg but won the second leg 3-2 after extra-time, only to be beaten on penalties. All of this was after Scott and Hurst moved to Grimsby in March 2011.

Jason Lee and Lee Canoville assumed control and guided the Pilgrims safely into the top five and were handed the joint managerial duties on a permanent basis ahead of the 11/12 campaign. The Pilgrims took time to adjust following the loss of several key players during the summer months but a strong run post-Christmas run took United to the brink of the play-off positions, although a poor run towards the closing weeks of the season ensured an eventual 11th placed finish.

Canoville departed ahead of 12/13, with Lee left to plot a sole route to success for the Pilgrims in a fiercely-competitive Blue Square Bet North division.

Lee also departed in December 2012 following a poor run of form and his replacement Graham Drury, the former Stamford AFC manager, lasted an even shorter period of time. He was in charge until March 2013, encompassing 79 days, and was sacked following a run of two wins from 13 matches.

Dennis Greene arrived in March 2013 and a three-match winning run alleviated any growing relegation fears although the Pilgrims finished in 16th place.

Greene was handed the managerial duties permanently ahead of the 13/14 season and responded by guiding the Pilgrims to a sixth place finish, only losing out on the play-offs on the final day of the campaign. United recorded 15 home victories out of 21, which was their best home record since 2000.

Greene was awarded a new two-year contract, tying him to the club until the end of the 15/16 season.

The 14/15 campaign was another of great excitement at The Jakemans Stadium, with the Pilgrims clinching a play-off place following more excellent home form, which included an unbeaten home run stretching from November until the end of the season. United were only denied a play-off final appearance by a sensational stoppage time leveller from Chorley’s Adam Roscoe — and subsequent penalty shootout elimination.

United reached the play-offs again in 15/16 following a fifth place finish in the newly-branded National League North. The Pilgrims led 2-0 after the first leg of the play-off semi-final but suffered a 3-0 second leg defeat to suffer an agonising exit at the hands of North Ferriby United.

Following a difficult start to the season in 16/17, Greene left the club by mutual consent and was replaced by former Mansfield Town boss Adam Murray in December 2016.

Murray guided the Pilgrims to mid-table safety during the closing weeks of 16/17 but resigned at the end of October 2017 after a tough start to the 17/18 campaign, to be replaced by upcoming Shaw Lane manager Craig Elliott.

Elliott masterminded a stunning turnaround of form to lift the Pilgrims from second-bottom in December to a final position of ninth in the National League North standings.

Elliott's first full season in charge in 18/19 led to a mid-table finish but 19/20, the club's last at York Street, was memorable for a variety of reasons. United reached the second round of the FA Cup and hosted a televised replay against EFL League One side Rochdale, watched by a crowd of over 4,000.

With the Pilgrims still aiming for the title, following a run of six successive league wins throughout January and February, the Coronavirus pandemic hit in March and forced the season into shutdown and subsequently saw the final table calculated on points-per-game.

United returned from a four-month hiatus to defeat Gateshead in a play-off semi-final thriller in July 2020, but their fairytale farewell to York Street did not materialise as Altrincham secured a 1-0 win in Lincolnshire as the curtain fell on the Pilgrims' famous old stadium.

The 20/21 campaign had barely got going by the time it was declared null and void in mid-February as the Covid-19 crisis continued to engulf the country. United played their opening fixtures at Gainsborough Trinity's Northolme, as works continued on the new Community Stadium at The Quadrant, before hosting Chorley in December 2020 in the first-ever competitive fixture played on Pilgrim Way. All matches, barring the FA Trophy victory at Evesham United, were played behind-closed-doors during another pandemic-curtailed season.

Elliott and Paul Cox shared the managerial duties in 21/22, with United losing another National League North promotion final, this time to York City at the LNER Community Stadium. Memorable away wins over Kidderminster Harriers and AFC Fylde set up another one-off shot at promotion back to the National League, but the Minstermen won 2-0.

Cox lasted only seven games of the 22/23 campaign, before being replaced by Ian Culverhouse. United flirted with relegation for large swathes of the season, but eventually climbed clear of danger in March and April.

The 23/24 season was a successful one for the Pilgrims, ending their 14-year stay in National League North with a brilliant run leading up to, and through the play-offs. Penalty shootout wins over Alfreton Town and Scunthorpe United before a 2-1 comeback victory over Brackley in the promotion final, with Keaton Ward and Jimmy Knowles on target as Boston finally made their return to the National League at Step 1.

Ticket details

We look forward to seeing you on our league return to Damson Park on Saturday 15th August, 3pm.

To purchase your tickets, please visit the link below -

https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/solihull_moors_v_boston_united26?version=m

Or alternatively, take advantage of our superb three-game offer and back the Moors against Boston, Southend and AFC Fylde -

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Opposition overview written by Scott Cattell

Match Preview: Solihull Moors Vs Boston United

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:15:38 GMT

Following our opening day defeat, Solihull Moors are back in action this weekend as we welcome Boston United to Damson Park.

The Moors kicked off their campaign with a trip to newly-relegated Harrogate Town, who produced a dominant display to win the game comfortably by the end.

Jacob Wakeling and Tyler French pulled goals back for the Moors but it wasn’t enough to secure a point on the road.

This weekend will see Solihull host a Boston side who also lost their opening game, slipping to a narrow defeat at the hands of Aldershot Town on home soil.

Ahead of Saturday’s clash, here is everything you need to know…

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An overview of Boston United:

The 2026/27 season will be Boston United’s third campaign in the fifth tier, following their promotion from the National League North in Spring 2024.

In their debut campaign, Graham Coughlan led the club to arguably one of the greatest relegation escapes in National League history – spending September to March in the bottom four but ended the season in 19 ^th with safety confirmed before the final day.

Coughlan experienced a difficult start to last season, losing key defender Jai Rowe and it appeared at one stage as though they’d be in another relegation battle.

However, Hurst stepped in – secured big signings such as Jamie Grimes, Tom Cursons and Jake Rooney whilst allowing key midfielder Frankie Maguire to shine in the middle of the park as they finished 12 ^th last season.

Boston have already lose Maguire to York City earlier this summer, but have secured the permanent returns of Grimes & Rooney – whilst also landing several new signings including two European talents.

They began the season with a narrow loss to Aldershot Town on home soil, and will likely be extremely motivated to avoid the same fate this weekend.

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Head-to-head:

Until April 2026, Solihull had won each of their last three matches against Boston United – beating them 1-0, 3-2 and 2-1.

However, Boston comfortably disposed of ten-man Solihull last season in a 3-0 win at Damson Park, which was the tie when the Moors lost Conor Wilkinson to a controversial decision.

In the last ten meetings between the two teams, Solihull have won six and Boston have won four – meaning there is yet to be a draw between the two sides for some time.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Saturday’s clash against Boston United are on sale now, here

The prices are as follows;

Adults (25-64): £22.00

Concessions (65+): £18.00

Young Adult (16-24): £11.00

Kids (12-15): £7.50

Under 12s: £1.00

There are no additional fees when purchasing your tickets because the £1.00 is already added to the price of the ticket.

Reminder that children U14 need to be accompanied by an adult as per National League stadium regulations.

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Getting to the Stadium:

Damson Park is located just outside of Solihull Town Centre, just under three miles to be exact.

If supporters are travelling by train, there are two relatively close stations that serve the stadium. The first is Solihull Station, which is three miles away (10 minute car journey), whilst Birmingham International Station is 3.4 miles away.

From either train station, supporters can board the x12 service which will take you to the stadium – though tickets need to brought either on the bus or via the NX West Midlands App.

If supporters are arriving by car, the stadium is located on Damson Parkway, next door to gate two of the next door Jaguar Land Rover site. Parking is on a first come basis.

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In the dugout – Paul Hurst:

The man in the hot seat for Boston United is 51-year-old Paul Hurst, a man that needs no introduction with his EFL pedigree and being the manager that led his Grimsby Town side to beat the Moors in their respective play-off final at the London Stadium.

Hurst returned to Boston in January, having replaced Graham Coughlan and was tasked with keeping the club up, strengthening in depth and it’s fair to say – he did just that.

Since returning to the club, Hurst has taken control of roughly 20 domestic matches and averaged a points per game rate of 1.65 – with his Boston side beating the Moors & Hartlepool in their final two games to secure a top half finish.

They also ended the previous season with just one defeat from their last seven, though have already tasted a loss this campaign.

Hurst won promotion from the National League and went on to have a memorable few years with Grimsby Town in the EFL.

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Opposition View:

Ahead of the game between the two teams, I spoke to Boston United fan James (@BUFCSupporter on Twitter) in regards to what Moors fans can expect from their opposition. He stated…

‘Boston United head into the new season under Paul Hurst looking to build on last term’s solid 12th-place finish.

‘The Pilgrims have strengthened with a good mix of experience and younger talent over the summer. Permanent deals for Jake Rooney and Jamie Grimes (both of whom impressed on loan last season), plus Niall Canavan, Gavan Holohan, Ben Hammond, Jack Holmes, Connor McBride, George Ward and Lennon Wheeldon, as well as loans for Luke Faxon and Sai Sachdev from Sheffield United and the return of Ken Aboh from Norwich. Keeping hold of Tom Cursons so far has also been a positive.

‘An opening-day home defeat to Aldershot was a disappointing start, but with only one game played the focus quickly shifts to the first away trip of the campaign.

‘The Pilgrims have generally travelled well in recent seasons, so Solihull and the rest of the National League can expect a competitive, well-organised side that will look to get back on track on the road by getting points on the board and continue the progress made last season.’

Thank you to James for taking part in this article.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible ahead of Saturday’s clash with Boston United. COYM ��

Match preview written by Callum Moseley

Solihull Moors Reduces Matchday Ticket Prices for Young Supporters

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:01:30 GMT

Solihull Moors is delighted to announce reduced matchday ticket prices for supporters aged 12 to 24 ahead of the 2026/27 National League season, alongside the introduction of a new free Young Supporters Membership Scheme.

The initiative forms part of the Club’s ongoing commitment to making football more accessible and affordable for younger supporters, encouraging the next generation of Moors fans to attend matches and become lifelong supporters.

The free membership scheme has also been developed to help the Club maintain a safe, welcoming and family-friendly matchday environment, while ensuring supporters under the age of 16 attend fixtures alongside a responsible adult.

Young Supporter Matchday Prices

The following prices will be available for all home National League fixtures during the 2026/27 season:

Under-12s: £1 with a paying adult

Ages 12-15: £7.50 with a paying adult

Ages 16-24: £11

All supporters wishing to purchase a ticket in one of these age categories must register for the Club’s free Young Supporters Membership Scheme.

Membership Benefits

Every registered young supporter will receive:

One complimentary match ticket
One complimentary guest ticket for a supporter aged 15 or under
A birthday message from the Club
A personalised Young Supporters Membership Card

Memberships are personal to the registered holder and cannot be transferred, shared or lent to another supporter. Misuse of a membership card may result in the membership being withdrawn.

Chairman Darryl Eales said:

"The club is always trying to encourage the younger generation to become loyal and lifelong Moors supporters and I’m delighted that we have been able to reduce match day prices for 12 to 24 year old supporters.

At the same time, we are mindful of the feedback of many supporters last season about the behaviour of a small section of younger fans.

We are seeking to address this, in part, with a membership scheme, which also includes a free game, so as to ensure behaviour can be monitored more effectively and u16’s are attending games with responsible adult. This is for the collective benefit.

No solution is perfect, but I hope fans will work with us to make the new system work and feedback any improvements.

We want Moors to build on its reputation as a welcoming, family friendly community club where supporters are passionate in their support of the team but disruptive and disrespectful behaviour is not tolerated.

I love the sense of excitement the new season brings and look forward to welcoming everyone to the first home game of the season against Boston”

How to Apply

The Young Supporters Membership Scheme is completely free to join.

Applicants will need to provide:

Their full name
Their home address
Their date of birth
A recent photograph
Photographic proof of identity
Next-of-kin contact details

Applications should be emailed to the Ticket Office at ticketing@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk

The Ticket Office will review each application and will either approve it, decline it or contact the applicant if any further information is required. Once approved, the membership will also be linked to the email address used within the Club’s ticketing system.

Photographic Identification

Photographic proof of identity is required as part of the application process.

The Club recognises that younger supporters may not hold a passport or driving licence. A CitizenCard or Post Office PASS card will be accepted as photographic identification for the scheme.

The membership card will display the member’s photograph, full name, date of birth and next-of-kin contact number.

Collection arrangements are as follows:

Under-12s and ages 12-15: A parent or guardian must be present to sign for the membership card.

Ages 16-24: Members may collect their card without a parent or guardian present.

Further information about when and where cards can be collected will be provided once an application has been approved.

Matchday Entry

Supporters must present their valid membership card when entering Damson Park using a young supporter ticket.

Under-12s and ages 12–15 must enter through Turnstiles 1 or 2 alongside their parent or guardian.

Supporters aged 16–24 must enter through Turnstile 3.

Under-16s must attend with a responsible adult and will not be permitted to enter the stadium unaccompanied.

Purchase Match Tickets

Once their membership has been approved, supporters can purchase tickets in advance through the Club’s ticketing website.

The Club strongly encourages young supporters and their parents or guardians to complete the free registration process before attending a fixture.

Facilitate Search partner with Solihull Moors

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:07:34 GMT

Facilitate Search is a specialist recruitment and talent solutions business operating across the Facilities Management and Built Environment sectors.

Since launching in 2019, the business has built an outstanding reputation for connecting exceptional people with industry-leading organisations, whilst maintaining a culture centred around relationships, trust and long-term partnerships.

Founded by local leaders and Moors supporters, Adam Beadle and Robbie Hindle, FS have committed to partnering with the Football Club, joining us on our journey.

Harrison Taylor, Solihull Moors’ Head Of Revenue, said:

"We are delighted to welcome Facilitate Search as the first-ever Moors Partner.

Our relationship with Adam and Robbie has gone from strength to strength since the 2025/26 National League season. Our businesses share values and pride for the local community in Solihull and beyond.

From our very first conversations, it was clear that FS and the team also share our ambition, our commitment to growth and our passion for building meaningful relationships. We are excited to work together and look forward to supporting each other's growth in the years ahead.

The launch of our Moors Partner programme is an important step in the evolution of our commercial offering, and it is fitting that Facilitate Search becomes the first business to join us on that journey."

Robbie Hindle, Director at Facilitate Search, said:

"I'm really proud to see our FS x Moors partnership officially announced.

As a Solihull-based business and after getting to know the club throughout last season, this partnership feels like a natural fit.

We've already done some brilliant work together, including hosting this year's FS Charity Cup at Damson Park back in May, and we're looking forward to building on that throughout the 2026/27 season.

A big thank you to Harrison for all of his support. We're excited for the season ahead!"

Find out more about FS here: https://facilitatesearch.co.uk/

To hear more about becoming a Moors Partner, contact commercial@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk

Match Report: Harrogate Town vs Solihull Moors

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:30:10 GMT

Solihull Moors were blown away in the end by Harrogate Town in today's National League opener. After looking like performing a stunning second half comeback, pulling back to 2-2 from 2-0 down, The Moors fell to an eventual 5-2 loss to a very strong Harrogate side.

Harrogate started the game on the front foot but couldn't find a way past new keeper Max Metcalfe on his Moors debut, or the superb Alex Whitmore until just before half time.

After saving an early free-kick, former Stockport stopper Metcalfe confidently took a couple of nice catches, and then pulled off a terrific save from Harrogate new-boy Brad Dolaghan, one of seven debutants for the home side, brilliantly palming the ball away with a strong left hand in what was a solid start for our new number 1.

Dolaghan, who was a constant threat for Harrogate, mis-hit a shot after superbly taking a cross under his control, Metcalfe happy to collect the weak effort.

A minute before the break, Harrogate defender Archie Baptiste took advantage of a lucky bounce just outside the box, and on the half volley unleashed a tremendous finish out of nowhere to put his side a goal ahead on his debut for the club. 1-0.

Ben Wodskou came on for the second half, replacing Henry Rylah, as Chris Millington looked to get his side back into the game. A couple of counter attacks and crosses came to nothing, as The Moors searched for chances. Matty Carson coming closest, striking a free kick narrowly over the bar from around 25 yards

Bryn Morris scored Harrogate's second goal, after having a powerful drive blocked by Whitmore, the captain's second attempt took a heavy deflection off Tyrell Warren, the ball looping up and over Metcalfe's grasp. 2-0

Wodskou was desperately unlucky to have a shot deflected just wide, following a good run into the box by Wakeling.

Metcalfe again did well to catch a rasping effort from Morris. Bailey Hobson fizzed an effort just over the bar from distance as the hosts looked to increase their lead further.

Wakeling gave The Moors a lifeline on 71 minutes with an instinctive header. After winning the original corner with a decent strike, our number 9 reacted lightning fast to nod substitute Ben Wodskou's effort into the back of the net. Game on 2-1.

As the tide began to turn in The Moors favour, Wakeling twice went close to the equaliser, coming agonisingly close to scoring after good balls into the box.

When it was looking like been one of those days where the equaliser just wouldn't come, Tyler French popped up in the box to flick home from a few yards out following another dangerous corner, and another Wodskou assist. The former Brackley man causing carnage from set-pieces since coming on for the second half. 2-2

At this point with Harrogate desperately trying to hang on and Solihull looking to net a late winner, the home side won a free kick on the right-hand side of the box. A powerful low effort hit Ciaran McGuckin and somehow found it's way into Metcalfe's goal in the most fortunate of circumstances. 3-2

The game was put out of reach in the 90th minute. McGuckin scored again, this time cutting in from the left before unleashing a wonderful curling effort beyond the reach of the goalkeeper. 4-2

Rohan Vaughan then notched Harrogate's 5th goal on his debut to wrap up a thrilling game 5 minutes into injury time. Having a thunderous right footed effort well saved, before cutting back and placing into the far corner on his left. 5-2. Game over.

A massive thank you to the away supporters that travelled today. We wish you all a safe journey home. ��

Next up for The Moors is Boston United at Damson Park on Saturday 15th August, 3pm. Don't miss out on our first home game of the new season. Ticket details for this match will be announced shortly.

If you would like to secure your seat for the whole season, purchase your season ticket on the link below -

https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/m/events/1078557/seating_arrangement?version=m

Match report written by Scott Cattell

Henry Rylah Joins on Loan

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:45:09 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of Henry Rylah on a two-month loan from Charlton Athletic.

The 20-year-old joined Charlton at Under-12 level and quickly earned a reputation for his pace and ability on the ball.

After impressing at Under-18 and Under-21 level, Rylah signed his first professional contract with the Addicks in May 2023 before making three senior appearances during the 2023/24 campaign.

The exciting attacker spent the first half of 2026 on loan with League of Ireland Premier Division side Derry City, where he gained valuable senior experience. Rylah made 15 appearances across all competitions for the Candystripes, scoring twice and providing one assist before returning to Charlton in June.

Speaking about Rylah’s arrival, Chris Millington added:

“Henry is an exciting, quick, young winger. His directness will help contribute to our style of play. We're delighted that Henry chose Moors and we're really looking forward to seeing him perform in a Moors shirt.”

Welcome to the Moors, Henry! ��

Max Metcalfe Joins the Moors

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:30:03 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Max Metcalfe from Stockport County.

Standing at a towering 6ft 6in, Metcalfe adds further strength and presence to the Moors’ goalkeeping department.

The shot-stopper is no stranger to National League football, having gained valuable senior experience during loan spells with Spennymoor Town, AFC Fylde, Marine and Oxford City.

Metcalfe now makes the move to Damson Park ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

On his latest addition, Moors First Team Manager, Chris Millington said:

“We were delighted to have the opportunity to sign Max. He brings excellent presence and character allied with a high level of goalkeeping ability. He has integrated quickly into the group and he is itching to get started for Moors."

Welcome to the Moors, Max! ��

National League Cup Fixtures Confirmed

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:15:08 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm the dates and kick-off times for the club’s four National League Cup group-stage fixtures.

The Moors will host Middlesbrough Under-21s, Leeds United Under-21s, Newcastle United Under-21s and Everton Under-21s at Damson Park.

National League Cup Fixtures

Solihull Moors v Middlesbrough U21s – Tuesday 18th August, 7pm

Solihull Moors v Leeds United U21s – Tuesday 8th September, 7pm

Solihull Moors v Newcastle United U21s – Tuesday 6th October, 7pm

Solihull Moors v Everton U21s – Tuesday 13th October, 7pm

Entry is free for all supporters, although tickets must be redeemed in advance via TicketCo.

Hospitality will also be available in Jerroms for £10 per person, including sandwiches and the opportunity to watch the match from the Directors’ Box.

While admission is free, supporters are encouraged to make a donation to the Solihull Moors Foundation via JustGiving. All donations will help the Foundation continue its work across the local community - https://www.justgiving.com/charity/solihullmoorsfdn

Parking will also be available at Damson Park for £5 per vehicle.

Tickets for all four fixtures can be redeemed here: https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.shop/

Solihull Moors Launch 2026/27 Away Kit

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:29:48 GMT

Supporters can secure the new away shirt from today by placing a pre-order through the Macron website. Please note that the shirt is not yet available for immediate purchase, with pre-orders ensuring supporters are among the first to receive the new kit once stock arrives.

Bradley Rice, Director of Commercial, said:

"Purcell Branding have been a fantastic partner to Solihull Moors, and it’s a relationship that extends well beyond the commercial side of the Club.

Dave Purcell has been an ardent supporter of the Moors for many years and has always been someone we can rely on.

Whether it’s helping with the ongoing development of the stadium, supporting projects behind the scenes or simply being on hand whenever we need him, Dave and the team at Purcell Branding have consistently gone above and beyond.

To now welcome Purcell Branding as the official away sleeve sponsor is a fitting next step in what has become a hugely valued partnership.

We’re incredibly grateful for their continued support and proud to have their name on our first-team shirt as we look to build on the progress being made both on and off the pitch.”

Dave Purcell, Managing Director of Purcell Branding said:

“Purcell Branding are delighted to continue our partnership with Solihull Moors and to take our involvement with the Club to the next level as the official away shirt sleeve sponsor.

But our relationship with the Moors goes far beyond sponsorship and we take pride in working alongside the Club.

From renovating and transforming key areas of the ground to delivering signage, branding and installation projects, we’re proud to have a hands-on role in helping shape the matchday environment.

To now see the Purcell Branding name on the first-team shirt is a fantastic extension of that relationship.

We’re proud to support the Club, proud to be part of its continued growth, and excited to see what we can achieve together both on and off the pitch this season.”

Supporters wishing to secure the new away shirt can place their pre-order now via the Macron website.

Solihull Moors is delighted to launch its new 2026/27 Away Kit, which will be worn by the first team throughout the upcoming National League season.

The new shirt proudly features Living Well as the Club's front-of-shirt sponsor, while Purcell Branding has expanded its partnership with Solihull Moors to become the Club's official sleeve sponsor for the 2026/27 campaign.

Purcell Branding become the Club’s official visual branding partner and will continue to assist on projects both at the stadium and the training ground.

Fans Forum: 13th August 26

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:23 GMT

Solihull Moors are pleased to announce that the club will be hosting a Fans’ Forum, giving supporters the chance to hear directly from our First Team Manager, Chris Millington, Assistant Manager Andy Cooper, and Chairman Darryl Eales.

The event will take place in the Trevor Stevens Suite on 13th August, with doors opening at 6pm ahead of a 7pm start.

Entry will be free for all fans, with donations to the Moors Foundation welcome, we hope to see you there!

Pre-Season Round Up & A Look at Harrogate Away

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:03:05 GMT

Moors fans, the wait is finally over. The Enterprise National League is officially back! Strap yourselves in and get ready for the excitement, the drama, the highs and the lows that only football can bring.

Looking to get off to a good start, the opening game of the season sees us take a trip to The Marcy Fitness Stadium, home of Harrogate Town, backed by a sold out coach full of our incredible away support. We'll need more of the same again this season if we're to achieve our goals!

Pre-season round-up -

A mixed set of results and performances in pre-season were to be expected following a busy summer of change, with manager Chris Millington making numerous signings so far, aswell as the Club also saying goodbye to some big players.

Knowle FC 1-0 Solihull Moors

The Moors first match back was a loss to Knowle. Game time for a large chunk of the squad was the main aim, with plenty of players getting minutes against our newly-promoted neighbours.

Alverchurch 1-1 Solihull Moors

Joe Sbarra, signed back on a permanent contract, netted the equaliser in an end-to-end game away at Alverchurch, with both sides playing some lovely football in an entertaining contest.

Solihull Moors 0-3 Birmingham City

Solihull were defeated comfortably by the Championship side, who fielded a strong starting 11 in our annual Arthur Cup match. Blues will be aiming for promotion to the Premier League next year, so you'll struggle to find a better side visiting Damson Park this season.

Hednesford 1-2 Solihull Moors

Charlie Footes, who has since signed his first professional contract, again showed why he has broken into the first team squad, with another two assists against Hednesford. Conor Wilkinson equalised, before Kian Ryley scored to secure the first win of pre-season for The Moors after earlier falling a goal behind to a Jamie Cooke strike.

Hereford 0-3 Solihull Moors

Fresh from the Hednesford win, Solihull took on Hereford. A solid showing and another good result saw a second goal in two games for Ryley, a tremendous finish from new signing Junior Tiensia, and an own goal secure the win for The Moors.

Solihull Moors 1-1 Burton Albion

One of the strongest performances of pre-season, holding our own against a side two divisions above. Both teams had chances to win the game after Ben Worman equalised in the first half, in what was a solid result for The Moors.

Solihull Moors 2-4 Northampton

The final warm-up game before the League season begins started off well for the home side, Cam Green rifling home to put Solihull 1-0 up. Northampton responded by going into a commanding 4-1 lead, before Jacob Wakeling reduced the deficit towards the end, the final score 4-2.

New signings -

Goalkeeper

Nat Ford - FC Halifax

Defenders

Matty Carson - Boston

Justin Hanks - Nottingham Forest

Jevon Mills - FC Halifax

Tyrell Warren - Grimsby

Alex Whitmore - Re-signed

Midfielders

Jamie Andrews - Woking

Joe Sbarra - Doncaster

Rio Shipston - Sheffield Wednesday

Junior Tiensia - Wealdstone

Forward

Ben Wodskou - Brackley

Here's a look at our first opponents -

Harrogate Town, recently relegated from League Two, were formed in 1919, and first played in the West Riding League. This was after the original formation of the club was postponed from 1914, due to the war. In their first season, they were crowned winners of the Whitworth Cup, coming out 4-0 victors against Ripon City in the final.

In 1920, they joined the newly formed Yorkshire League and moved to their new ground Wetherby Lane, a stadium that later played host to more than 15,000 supporters in a friendly against Sheffield United.

The Club disbanded in the 1930/1931 season, and weren't re-formed until 1935, taking on the name 'Harrogate Hotspurs'. Another name change happened in 1948, this time to the current 'Harrogate Town'. The 1962/63 season saw them lift the County Cup, before hitting another successful spell in the 70s.

1981/82 brought the last ever Yorkshire League Division Two title win, just before the league joined up with the Midland League, to create the Northern Counties East League.

Floodlights we're installed at their home ground in 1982, and to mark the occasion, Leeds United sent their entire squad to the opening, with Eddie Gray switching on the lights for the first time.

The Sulphurites won the UniBond League Division One in the 2001/02 season, storming to the title by finishing 10 points clear of second place.

5th and 6th placed finishes in the following two seasons showed the steady progress the Club had been making, and also earned them the right to enter the Conference North.

The Club again finished in 6th place, aswell as earning their place in the first round of the FA Cup, losing on penalties to Torquay.

2009/10 was a poor season for the Club, finishing bottom of the league, only to be offered a reprieve due to the fact several other teams in the league went bankrupt,and they were offered their place back.

Their highest ever league position was secured in the 2015/16 season, finishing 4th and earning their place in the play-offs, oy to be knocked out by AFC Fylde.

The Club made the big decision to operate full time from 2017/18, a season that saw Harrogate achieve promotion to the National League, for the first time in their history, courtesy of the play-offs.

The first season started off incredibly well for them, climbing to the top of the table after 11 games, eventually finishing in 6th place.

History was made again in the covid-hit 2019/20 season, when the Club claimed promotion to the Football League. Whilst sat in 2nd position behind Barrow, the league decided to end the season due to the pandemic, therefore putting Harrogate in the play-offs. They beat Boreham Wood in the semi-final, and then Notts County 3-1 in the final, in front of no fans, to claim their place in League Two.

Their first season in League Two was played mostly behind closed doors, as fans were still kept away because of covid.

The 2021/22 season ended on a high as Town lifted the 2019/20 FA Trophy, which had been delayed due to the pandemic, at Wembley Stadium with Josh Falkingham scoring the winning goal against Concord Rangers.

The Club reached the third round of the FA Cup in 21/22, before achieving their highest ever league position in the 23/24 campaign, finishing in 13th place in League Two.

Town were relegated at the end of 25/26, bringing to an end 6 seasons of league football. Major stadium upgrades were announced at the end of the season, including a new stand that will increase the grounds seating to over 2000.

Not to hang around and feel sorry for themselves after dropping down a division, Harrogate, managed by Simon Weaver, have also invested heavily in their playing squad. The most recent two to arrive are Halifax's Josh Hmami, and National League South top scorer Brad Dolaghan signing in the last few days to showing their ambitions for the season.

Let's get behind the boys from the start and see where this season takes us!

COYM��

Written by Scott Cattell

Match Preview: Harrogate Town vs Moors

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:01:01 GMT

Solihull Moors will get their 2026/27 National League campaign underway this weekend, as they make the trip to newly-relegated side Harrogate Town.

Though pre-season results don’t mean all that much in hindsight, the Moors did have a somewhat positive month with victories over Hereford and Hednesford Town as well as a strong display against League One side Burton Albion.

Chris Millington’s side have also been proactive in the summer transfer window, securing several new faces including Matty Carson, Ben Wodskou, Rio Shipston and the returning Joe Sbarra.

Our 2026/27 campaign begins with a trip to Harrogate Town, who were playing in League Two last season but were relegated with matches to spare.

Ahead of tomorrow’s clash, here is everything you need to know…

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An overview of Harrogate Town:

Following a disappointing 2025/26 campaign, Harrogate’s six season stint in the EFL came to an end and they are now back in the National League.

The club spent their entire history as a non-League side, but in 2018 things began to turn. The club sealed promotion from the National League North via the play-offs and within two years – Simon Weaver had guided them to the EFL for the first time in their history.

They beat Notts County at Wembley Stadium to reach the EFL. In their first three seasons they finished 17 ^th , 19 ^th and then 19 ^th again – with their highest ever finish being a 13 ^th placed finish, but they didn’t manage to secure a top half result.

Last season saw them be relegated back to the National League following a challenging campaign.

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Head-to-head:

August 2019 was the last time the two clubs met in a competitive fixture, with it ending in a 2-2 draw, with Paul McCallum rescuing a point mid-way through the second half.

Before that – Solihull beat Harrogate 2-0 in 2018.

In Harrogate’s favour, the two games before that ended in wins for the home side – one of which was a 6-0 thumping back in 2016, a result that Solihull will of course be avoiding at all costs this weekend.

During the last ten games between the two teams, Solihull have five wins and Harrogate have four – with (as mentioned) the previous visit ending all square.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Saturday’s clash against Harrogate Town are on sale now, with supporters encouraged to purchase tickets online or via phone as there will be no sales on the gate.

The prices are as follows; (standing / sitting)

Adults: £23.00/£26.00

Concessions: £18.00/£21.00

Young Adult (18-21): £17.00/£20.00

Under 18s: £8.00/£12.00

Under 14s: £6.00/£10.00

Under 8s: FREE

There are no additional fees when purchasing your tickets.

Reminder that children U14 need to be accompanied by an adult as per National League stadium regulations.

Also, all away coach travel is sold out.

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Getting to the Stadium:

The Exercise Stadium is located 1.1 miles outside of the town centre, meaning it is a 20-25 minute walk.

If supporters are travelling by train and then bus to the stadium, if you hop on the number 7 service and show the driver your match ticket, you will receive discounted fare.

Solihull’s away coach as already confirmed is sold out whilst there will be no car parking at the stadium for away supporters.

If supporters are arriving by car, take the A661 from the A1 and turn left at the traffic lights on to Hookstone Drive. From here, take another left to Hookstone Wood Road and follow until you reach the sports centre car park.

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In the dugout – Simon Weaver:

The man in the hot seat for Harrogate is once again Simon Weaver, who has now been in charge of the football club since joining as player-manager back in May 2009.

Back in 2020, he successfully led the non-League side to the EFL for the first time in their history, after beating Notts County 3-1 at Wembley Stadium.

Since his arrival, Weaver has taken charge of almost 900 matches across all competitions, winning over 300 of them in the process – averaging a win percentage of just under 40%.

Despite their relegation last season, the Harrogate Town board and supporters remain in full support of the 48-year-old, as his latest campaign gets itself underway against the Moors this weekend.

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Opposition View:

Ahead of the game between the two teams, I spoke to Harrogate Town fan Alfie (@TongeyScout on Twitter) in regards to what Moors fans can expect from their opposition. He stated…

‘I think the feeling around the club, post relegation and honestly until the last week or so was that there was very little expectation and excitement coming into the new season, losing key players and a lot of the fanbase deeming that we hadn't brought in enough quality replacements.

‘However, as you can see from the last few signings we appear to be throwing our weight around a bit in the market (very unlike Harrogate typically) and there does seem to be an ambition to compete at the top end of the league as has been said by most if not all the summer signings.

‘The recent arrivals are alluding to this exciting 'project' starting at the club which the club haven't announced but is fairly well known within our main supporter base.

‘Weaver has completely ripped up his playbook in pursuit of something different, as we are using a 3-4-2-1 as was seen in both promoted teams last season out of this league and throughout pre season it produced some attractive stuff, which Weaver has been keen to hammer home about how easy on the eye it has been to watch and how it gets the best out of the squad.

‘I do now have us favourites for the opening weekend against your lot, although it looks like a few our lads are already out injured but should be back for week after so a draw would be no bad thing either.’

Thank you to Alfie for taking part in this article.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible at Saturday’s clash with Harrogate Town. COYM ��

Match preview written by Callum Moseley

Message from the Chairman

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:00:11 GMT

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

I’ve taken the liberty of writing this piece personally to celebrate Jamey Osborne’s remarkable contribution to Solihull Moors, both on and off the pitch.

He has been the heartbeat of the club throughout my ownership over the past 8 seasons, during which time the club has had the 8 highest league finishes in its history, reached the play offs 3 times, the play off final twice and the final of the FA Trophy.

But Jamey’s contribution has been so so much more than statistics.

He joined Moors in 2016, his first spell at the club. We have Marcus Bignot to thank for bringing Jamey to what, and I hope he feels the same way, is his spiritual home.

Jamey followed Marcus to Grimsby later that season but returned mid way through the 2017/18 season, initially on loan but in January 2018, Mike Turl secured Jamey on a permanent basis. And this is where the story really begins……

Who can ever forget the “great escape” - the miraculous recovery from a seemingly hopeless league position at Christmas with safety being achieved with a game to spare.

Jamey was central to this as part of the midfield trio of Carter, Storer and Osborne under the leadership of Mark Yates and Tim Flowers.

I became Chairman in the summer of 2018 and, I think tongue in cheek, said to Tim Flowers, “ Tim, just make sure we avoid a relegation battle - mid table would be marvellous.”

Jamey’s response, on hearing this, was, “Chairman, we can win this league.”

I cannot stress how critical that confidence and ambition was to me and it raised my sights to what Moors could be as a real community football club, both on the pitch and in the contribution it could make to the local community.

I, together with so many others, owe a huge debt of gratitude to Jamey on so many levels.

Throughout my time in football, I’ve often been told to not get friendly with players but this is not my approach. Relationships, loyalty and candour to address issues are at the heart of Moors and no-one has exemplified this more than Jamey.

On the pitch, I still maintain that, at his peak, Jamey is as good as any player to have played at National League level.

His ability to marshal a game, keeping the ball when others are panicking, creating space where none seemed to exist, ghosting through gaps with incredible balance and poise and, of course, his superb range of passing.

Off the pitch, his support of Moors community based approach and his buy-in to all things Moors has been exemplary.

He makes everyone, especially youngsters, feel special and is always a willing ear. He has deservedly won our Community contribution on a regular basis.

In the spirit of friendship, Ozzy is not perfect! He loves a little moan and he can be a little chippy on the pitch. He’s also probably not top of most referees Christmas card list!

Jamey has become synonymous with Moors. He has given all for the shirt and has been at the centre of our transformation from a part time non league club to a full time, professional, established National League club with ambitions to reach the EFL whilst remaining embedded in our local community.

Jamey has a deep love of family and community, allied to a heart-warming humility and a shy avoidance of the limelight. This is the measure of the man.

Football clubs are complex entities. They compete on the pitch, operate as a business, serve as community anchors and carry the hopes and dreams of supporters whilst creating lifetime memories for all.

But, at heart, they are ultimately about people and relationships.

It is relatively rare that players become part of the institutional fabric of a club and this is the finest compliment I can give Jamey.

On behalf of everyone connected with Moors - supporters, players, staff, volunteers and the wider community, we simply say thank you.

You leave - hopefully temporarily - with our admiration, our gratitude and our respect.

As Chairman, I have been fortunate to help lift the club to new levels. As a supporter, I have so many lifelong memories.

Your contribution to both these elements and creating a legacy which no league table can ever measure, will never be forgotten.

Darryl.

PS - As you can deduce, there is a huge amount of affection between myself and Jamey. Accordingly, Jamey will make his own announcement as to what his plans are for the future.

Ticket & Travel information: Harrogate Town

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:35:46 GMT

Tickets for this fixture can be purchased here

Supporters must not that there will be no sales on the day in person and all tickets are sold/facilitated online and over the phone only.

Seating and standing tickets are available, with disability spaces also available.

Travel

Tickets for our official supporters coach can be purchased here

Car Park

Directions to Parking Area

From the A1 take the A661 and turn Left at the traffic

Lights onto Hookstone Drive. Then turn left onto

Hookstone Wood Road, follow the road until you reach

the Large car park located within the sports centre.

Charlie Footes Signs First Professional Contract with Solihull Moors

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:04:15 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce that Academy graduate Charlie Footes has signed his first professional contract with the Club.

The young striker has committed his future to the Moors after progressing through the Club's Academy, marking another milestone in the continued development of the Academy pathway into first-team football.

Footes has been a familiar face around the first-team environment over the past season, earning places in Chris Millington's matchday squads, including National League Cup fixtures, while continuing his development through valuable senior experience with Studley FC.

A product of the Moors Academy, Charlie also represented the Club in the FA Youth Cup, consistently impressing throughout his time within the youth system before taking the next step into the senior setup.

His professional contract is another example of the opportunities available to young players at Solihull Moors, with the Club continuing to invest in developing homegrown talent and providing a genuine pathway from Academy football into the first team.

Myles Cooper, Head of Academy, said:

“Charlie's journey represents exactly what our Academy is designed to produce. He has developed across every area of the programme - technically, physically, academically, and as a person. His progression through the academy teams, into the FA Youth Cup squad, into senior football at Steps 4 & 5, and now into Chris Millington's first-team environment has been the product of sustained hard work, outstanding attitude, and a willingness to be coached. This is the pathway working as it should, and we look forward to supporting his continued development at first-team level."

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, added:

“Charlie has made good progress since ending last season with the youth team and then starting preseason with the first team. He has shown a new level of maturity in his play, and we believe he can continue to grow and develop as a player in the first team. Myles, the academy staff and the academy players should be proud and encouraged by Charlie’s progression it’s an exciting time for the academy. For Charlie, he’s achieved his first goal and the hard work starts now."

Charlie Footes said:

“I’m really proud to sign my first professional contract with Solihull Moors. It’s something I’ve been working towards for the last few seasons since I joined the academy 2 years ago. It’s taken a lot of hard work and commitment to get to this point. I have to thank Myles and Chris for giving me the opportunity; their belief in me has given me the chance to express what I’m about in games with my attacking and defensive attitude. Hopefully I can repay them with more of the same energy throughout the season"

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to congratulate Charlie on signing his first professional contract and wish him every success as he begins the next chapter of his journey in blue and yellow.

Ability Counts Player Callum Featured By Birmingham Live

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:03:42 GMT

Everyone at Solihull Moors Foundation is incredibly proud to see Ability Counts player Callum featured by Birmingham Live, sharing his inspiring story and the positive impact football has had on his life.

Callum's feature shines a light on the importance of creating inclusive opportunities through sport, while highlighting the confidence, friendships and sense of belonging that programmes such as Ability Counts can provide for players with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

At Solihull Moors Foundation, we're committed to ensuring football is accessible to everyone, providing a welcoming environment where players of all abilities can enjoy the game, develop new skills and thrive both on and off the pitch.

We're incredibly proud of Callum for sharing his story and helping to raise awareness of the opportunities that inclusive football can provide.

A huge congratulations to Callum on this fantastic feature, and a thank you to Birmingham Live for helping to showcase the power of community football.

If you'd like to become part of our Ability Counts programme, whether as a player or as a volunteer, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with Scott Langford by emailing Scott.Langford@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk to find out more about how you can get involved and support inclusive football in your community.

Read Callum's story here: https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/i-good-them-meet-disabled-34368562?fbclid=IwdGRjcATb7mRwZG9mAWZkaWQWULvLo-EYHGvATd_uNoZcN6HR99gr0GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7aZVu5wgrb9V_qUH0Y8QYMkxLpY6IkTgxkhN9BkCjWuXCBNY_nE6n0o6VhRQ_aem_aNRkzuUstCrdIM4u4oKW7A

DAZN: National League Update

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:31:27 GMT

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As the exclusive global home of the National League, every National League match will be available live to fans around the world, alongside highlights and full match replays of every game on demand.

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Match Report: Moors vs Northampton Town

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:48:15 GMT

The Moors concluded their pre-season fixtures with a defeat at the hands of Northampton at Damson Park.

Manager Chris Millington made just the one change to today's team as Rio Shipston came into the starting 11, while Ben Worman, our goalscorer in midweek against Burton, began the game on the bench.

It was Millington's men who started on the front foot, taking the lead after just 5 minutes when left-back Cam Green put The Moors ahead with a powerful right-footed drive into the bottom corner from the edge of the box, after having his first shot well blocked.

Solihull looked more and more comfortable as the game went on, dominating the midfield battle, with Shipston, High and Sbarra dictating the tempo with their work rate and slick passing, Shipston in particular snapping into challenges and winning back possession on several occasions against our League Two opposition.

Unfortunately, Shipston took a knock around 20 minutes in, getting caught by a late challenge on the touchline. Despite his best efforts to carry on, he was forced off shortly after, being replaced with Ben Worman on the 25-minute mark.

Alex Whitmore was agonisingly close to putting his side 2 ahead, heading a lovely cross from Sbarra narrowly wide after rising highest in the box. Wakeling then had a free kick in a dangerous area, only to hit the wall as the pressure was piled onto the visitors.

Northampton, who finished bottom of League One last season, equalised in the 32nd minute after a moment of magic from Kamarai Swyer. The winger burst down the right flank and beat 2 players, before holding off a challenge from Worman to lay the ball across to Matty Warhurst, who made no mistake from 4 yards out.

Not content with pulling level, The Cobblers went ahead on 36, Connor Evans the man to convert from close range, Swyer with another assist from the right.

51 minutes in, an extremely soft penalty was awarded to Northampton. Half-time substitute Ben Wodskou appeared to make very little contact, but the referee pointed straight to the spot. Elliott List tucked it into the bottom corner, leaving Nat Ford with no chance. 3-1 Northampton.

Ford was forced to make up for his own mistake 2 minutes later, a rushed clearance was played straight back to the opposition, leading to a great chance at the back post. Ford got down well to deny the attacker.

The game was put out of reach in the 64th minute, with Moors defender Alex Whitmore off the pitch receiving treatment for a knock, Swyer was yet again the thorn in The Moors side, firing a great effort off the inside of the post, which fell straight to the feet of substitute Sam Hoskins, who fired in at the second attempt to put his side 3 goals ahead, and 4-1 up.

Wakeling scored the final goal of an exciting, end-to-end contest. Green's free kick was nodded back across goal and fell to Wakeling who reacted fastest to give his side hope by netting from close-range.

Conor Wilkinson tried to reduce the scoreline further, firing just over the bar with the final kick of the game.

It wasn't the result we wanted to end pre-season with, but it was another solid workout against a higher level opposition where we more than held our own for large parts.

Good luck to Northampton in their upcoming League Two season.

Thank you for your support today, Moors fans. We look forward to seeing you in the upcoming season. Our first home game is Boston on the 15th August, following the season opener away at Harrogate on the 8th.

Purchase your season tickets using the link below to make sure you don't miss any of the action -
https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/m/events/1078557/seating_arrangement?version=m

Match report written by Scott Cattel

Match Preview: Solihull Moors vs Northampton Town (Pre-Season Friendly)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:15:36 GMT

Solihull Moors will conclude their pre-season action this weekend as we play host to League Two side Northampton Town at Damson Park.

The Moors had a slow start to pre-season with defeats to Knowle and Birmingham City and a draw with Alvechurch.

However, back-to-back victories against National League North sides Hednesford Town and Hereford, as well as an impressive display against League One side Burton Albion, has seen a potentially positive end to pre-season.

This weekend will see the Moors host Northampton Town in our final match before next week’s season opener against Harrogate Town.

Here is everything you need to know for the visit of League Two outfit Northampton Town.

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An overview of Northampton Town:

The Cobblers are back in League Two for the first time since the 2022/23 campaign, as a result of their relegation after finishing bottom of the third tier.

Last season, the club lost 29 of their 46 matches and as a result have now undergone a busy summer with a plethora of new faces through the door.

Northampton have already picked up a draw against Premier League side Coventry City but have lost to both Leicester City and Birmingham City in their respective pre-season.

The club have got former Ipswich Town midfielder Grant Ward on trial, whilst adding the likes of Matty Warhurst, Connor Lemonheigh-Evans and Harvey Saunders to try and seal an immediate return to League One.

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Head-to-head:

The two clubs have met in youth football and women’s football, but there hasn’t been a competitive, senior fixture between the two sides.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Saturday’s clash against Northampton are available to purchase online here and are available on the gate.

The prices are as follows;

Adults: £9.00

Under 18s: £6.00

There are no additional fees when purchasing your tickets, as the £1 booking fee is already included in the ticket price (£8 to £9).

Reminder that children U14 need to be accompanied by an adult as per National League stadium regulations.

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Getting to the Stadium:

The stadium is located just three miles (10 minutes) from Solihull station, or 4.8 miles (13 minutes) from Birmingham International station.

Similarly, local taxi services from either station are available, as is on-site parking, though spaces are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Alternatively, the x12 bus service will be running both before and after the game – available to catch from either of the two train stations mentioned above.

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In the dugout – Chris Hogg:

The man in the hot seat for the Cobblers this weekend is former Ipswich Town and Hibernian defender Chris Hogg.

The 41-year-old retired from playing back in 2015, and immediately took on the role as a youth coach with Ipswich Town – managing their U18s and U23S sides, before moving on to Newcastle United.

His work continued with assistant managerial roles with Bristol City, Oxford United, MK Dons and Norwich City – but stepped into the managerial role for the first time this summer – tasked with trying to bring the Cobblers back into League One.

Though he hasn’t taken charge of a competitive fixture yet, the club have picked up a couple of impressive results under his guidance so far.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible ahead of Saturday’s clash with Northampton Town. COYM ��

Match preview written by Callum Moseley

Opposition Preview: Northampton Town

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:39:25 GMT

Chris Millington’s Solihull Moors are set to bring their 2026/27 pre-season preparations to a close when they welcome Northampton Town, led by Manager Chris Hogg, to Damson Park on Saturday afternoon. The Moors come into this game having earned a very credible 1 – 1 draw in our most recent friendly against Burton Albion on Tuesday evening.

As for The Cobblers, they recently faced fellow League Two outfit Cambridge United at the Cledara Abbey Stadium earlier on this week, where they came away with a goalless draw in the end.

Northampton Town are a football club who have an extensive history, having been founded all the way back on 9th March 1897. They were formed when a group of school teachers from the local area, together with solicitor AJ ‘Pat’ Darnell, met at the Princess Royal Inn on Wellingborough Road. They were to be the first football club to be formed in the town.

After the local rugby club objected to their original name, the new football club was to change its name to how it is known to this day – Northampton Town Football Club.

They began life in the Northants League, where they spent two seasons during which they recorded their first transfer fee - £50 – which was received from Derby County for Frank ‘Hall’ Howard. They won the County Championship in what was their second ever season before then spending a further two years in the Midland League ahead of joining the Southern League in the 1901/02 season. During that campaign, they suffered an 11- 0 defeat to Southampton, which remains the club’s record defeat in a competitive match.

Herbert Chapman, one of English Football’s first great managers, managed the Cobblers in the early twentieth century before departing for Leeds United at the start of the 1912/13 season, before going on to win league championships leading the likes of Huddersfield Town and Arsenal before his death in 1934.

In the three years prior to the outbreak of the Second World War, Northampton would finish in 7th, 9th, and 17th place respectively in the Division Three (South).

Fast forward to 1952/53, they managed to finish as high as third place in this same division, with them just two points off the title winners, who were Bristol Rovers, even after the club had scored an astonishing 109 goals over the course of the campaign.

They spent a brief time in the Fourth Division before eventually going on to finally win the Third Division title in the 1962/63 season, scoring another 109 goals. Additionally, a total of five members of their squad were able to score double figures in terms of goals, with Alec Ashworth scoring the most with 25 in just 30 matches overall. He went on to leave the club for Preston North End for a fee of around £20,000.

Their 1965/66 campaign stands out in the club’s history as the only season (so far) that the Cobblers have ever spent in the top flight in England. It of course saw them relegated that season, which was confirmed following a 4 – 2 defeat to Fulham in front of what was a 24,523 strong crowd at the County Ground.

The club were relegated again, this time down to Division Three, the following season, which was the 1966/67 season. Their only double was against Aston Villa, who are the only club that the Cobblers have a 100% record against, though they have only ever met competitively twice, having not met since the 1960s.

They were almost relegated again in the 1967/68 season, finishing in 18th place in the end. Fast forward to their 1969/70 season, they played nine games in the FA Cup that term, which was a run that ended in an 8 – 2 defeat at the hands of the famous Manchester United in the Fifth Round Proper, where George Best scored six goals, a double hat-trick.

Graham Carr, who is of course the father of famous Comedian and Celebrity Traitors Winner Alan Carr, became Northampton Town boss for the final seven games of the 1984/85 season, winning six and drawing one, which gave him the permanent job.

An 8th place finish was achieved in his first season in the fourth tier before then going on to win the Fourth Division title the following campaign in the 1986/87 season. They accumulated a record total of 99 points whilst scoring 103 goals as a team, with their top scorer being Richard Hill with a grand total of 29.

Tuesday 12th October 1994 was the final ever game at the club’s former ground, The County Ground, being defeated narrowly 1 – 0 by Mansfield Town. Subsequently, their first game at their current stadium, Sixfields, was a 1 – 1 draw against Barnet on Saturday 15th October 1994.

In 1997, Northampton were playing at Wembley for what was the first time in 100 years, with them beating Swansea City to win the play-off final in the English Capital. After promotion, they then lost at Wembley against Grimsby Town the season after that. They finally returned to Division Two in 2000.

After the collapse of ITV Digital, the Cobblers had to launch an appeal so they could see out the remainder of the season. And after failed takeover attempts, including the reported one involving John Fashanu and Giovanni Di Stefano, a total of £230,000 was raised by the fans in order to save the club.

A takeover then took place in what was a consortium led by Andrew Ellis, taking over as majority shareholder in December 2002.

In the 2005/06 campaign, Northampton Town won promotion to League One automatically, which was confirmed following a 1 – 0 win over Chester at Sixfields in front of a jubilant crowd on 29th April 2006. The likes of Sean Dyche, Ian Taylor, Eoin Jess, and Scott McGleish were signed ahead of their latest stint in the third tier, with John Gorman taking over from Colin Calderwood ahead of the new campaign, after Calderwood had left for Nottingham Forest.

They finished in the top half of League One in 2007/08, before being relegated back to League Two the following campaign.

In September 2010, Northampton Town were able to beat Liverpool at Anfield in the Carling Cup, led by club legend Ian Sampson. He left in March 2011 after spending 17 years at the club as player, coach, and manager, with him also the second-highest appearance maker in the club’s history. He was replaced by Aidy Boothroyd.

In the 2019/20 League Two play-offs, they beat Cheltenham Town and Exeter City, defeating the latter 4 – 0 to secure their emphatic return to League One football.

They were in League Two again under Jon Brady in the 2021/22 season, entering the playoffs after being denied promotion following an astonishing 7 – 0 win for Bristol Rovers against Scunthorpe United on the final day of the season.

Brady would leave the club in December 2024, before Kevin Nolan, the former Bolton Wanderers, Newcastle United, and West Ham United midfielder, took charge, steering his new side to safety. Then, in March/April 2025, the club opened the new LCS East Stand following the redevelopment.

Last season (2025/26), Northampton Town were relegated back down to League Two, which was a campaign that included a dreadful run of 11 defeats in a row, with the aforementioned Nolan leaving the club in March 2026. They did, though, at least manage to reach the semi-finals of that season’s EFL Trophy, which was the club’s best ever run in this competition.

The Cobblers will be hoping to secure their return to League One with promotion from League Two by the end of the upcoming 2026/27 campaign.

In the opposition dugout – Chris Hogg

Chris Hogg is the current Manager of Northampton Town Football Club, with the former defender having been appointed by the club back on Monday 18th May 2026. The Cobblers’ upcoming 2026/27 campaign will be his first in charge of the Cobblers. This is also Hogg’s first ever season as a First Team Manager.

During his playing career that spanned twelve years between 2003 and 2015, playing for the likes of Ipswich Town (2003 - 2005), Boston United (Loan, 2003; Loan, 2003 - 2004), Hibernian (2005 - 2011), Inverness Caledonian Thistle (2011 - 2013), and finally non-league side Needham Market from 2014 to 2015.

Key Player – Tom Eaves

One of the key players for Chris Hogg’s Northampton Town side is undoubtedly striker Tom Eaves. He was their leading goalscorer in the league last season with 8, with him scoring the most for the club in all competitions with a total of 10 overall.

Eaves began his playing career back in 2009 with Oldham Athletic, leaving in 2010. He has since represented the likes of Bolton Wanderers (2010 - 2016), Bristol Rovers (Loan, 2012 - 2013), Shrewsbury Town (Loan, 2013 & 2013 - 2014), Rotherham United (Loan, 2013 & 2022 - 2024), Yeovil Town (Loan, 2014 – 2015 & 2016 - 2017), Bury (Loan, 2015), Gillingham (2017 - 2019), Hull City (2019 - 2022), joining Northampton back on 12th July 2024 on what was an initial two year deal.

Opposition Preview written by Adam Holt

Key Match Info: Northampton Town

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:40:36 GMT

TICKETS

Season Tickets

Season tickets are not valid for this fixture.

All tickets can be purchased here

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 11:00 am

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 11:30am

The turnstiles will be open from 11:30am for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main bar will open at 11:30am.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at11:30am.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

3G ACTIVATIONS

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar/

There will be food available at:

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 11.00m

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The Foundation Brings Football Fun To Mell Square

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:00:18 GMT

Solihull Moors Foundation enjoyed a fantastic afternoon in Mell Square as the team brought football fun into the heart of Solihull town centre.

Families, supporters and members of the local community put their football skills to the test in the Foundation's keepy-uppy challenge, competing for prizes while finding out more about the Foundation's work and the opportunities it provides across the local community.

The event also gave supporters the opportunity to meet Solihull Moors first-team midfielder Joe Sbarra, who spent time chatting with fans, signing autographs and posing for photos. Former professional footballer Tyrone Williams was also in attendance, meeting supporters and helping to create a brilliant atmosphere throughout the afternoon.

The activation formed part of the Foundation's ongoing commitment to engaging with the local community, encouraging participation in football and inspiring the next generation of players and supporters.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to get involved, and to Mell Square for hosting us. We look forward to bringing more community events to supporters throughout the season.

Important Supporter Information: Damson Park to Become a Cashless Stadium

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:19:40 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that Damson Park will become a fully cashless stadium from the Club's first home National League fixture of the 2026/27 season on Saturday 15th August.

The move follows the successful introduction of cashless payments within the Jerroms Suite last season and forms part of the Club's continued efforts to improve stadium operations, enhance security and transition towards a fully electronic payment system.

Supporters attending home fixtures will be able to make purchases using contactless, Chip & PIN, Apple Pay and Google Pay across the stadium. Please note that American Express (Amex) cards will not be accepted.

The move to a cashless system will apply across the entire stadium. This includes all food and beverage outlets, bars, the Club Shop, match ticket purchases and parking. Supporters can continue to purchase tickets online in advance or by card on the day of the match.

Supporters will still be able to use cash as normal during the Club's remaining pre-season home fixture against Northampton Town, before the cashless system comes into effect for the opening home league fixture.

The decision has been taken following a review of the Club's matchday operations and will help improve security while supporting a more efficient payment process throughout Damson Park.

Solihull Moors appreciates supporters' understanding as the Club introduces this change and looks forward to welcoming fans back to Damson Park for the start of the new National League season.

Match Report: Solihull Moors 1-1 Burton Albion

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:03:44 GMT

Tonight Solihull Moors welcomed Burton Albion to Damson Park for the first home pre season fixture ahead of the 2026/2027 campaign, which gets underway on Saturday, August 8th away to Harrogate Town.

After a composed start to the game, Burton Albion scored the first goal on the 8th minute, with the first effort on target for either team. Kyran Lofthouse collected the ball in the middle of the park, advanced towards the Moors box and hit a fine right footed effort into the bottom left corner. Moors 0-1 Burton Albion.

On the 35th minute, Albion had a throw which eventually was passed back to the goalkeeper, Corey Addai. On clearing the ball, it went straight to Ben Worman, who had an easy job of tapping the ball into the empty net. Moors 1-1 Albion.

A minute into the second half, and the Moors came out lively with the Albion keeper keeping himself big and making a fine double save to deny the Moors from scoring again.

In the final minute, a slick one two put through the Albion centre forward who hit a hard low effort in which the Moors keeper made a great save. The follow up effort from 20 yards sailed over the bar.

The match ended Solihull Moors 1 Burton Albion 1.

Next up for the Moors is the last pre season fixture against League Two side Northampton town on Saturday, August 1st kicking off at 13:00. You can purchase your tickets here

Match report written by Bryan Connolly

Match Preview: Solihull Moors vs Burton Albion

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:16:24 GMT

Following a tough start, Solihull Moors welcome the visit of League One side Burton Albion on Tuesday, after picking up back-to-back wins at the weekend.

After a challenging run of matches against Knowle, Alvechurch & Birmingham City, Chris Millington’s side have responded with two wins on the spin against National League North duo Hednesford Town and Hereford.

Goals from Junior Tiensia, Kian Ryley and then an immediate own goal saw the Moors pick up a comfortable 3-0 victory, with Nat Ford keeping his first clean sheet in Solihull colours.

Tuesday will see the Moors play host to strong opposition, with kick-off being at 7pm.

Ahead of Tuesday’s clash, here is everything you need to know for the visit of League One outfit Burton Albion.

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An overview of Burton:

This campaign will be Burton’s ninth straight season in League One, following their relegation from the Championship in May 2018.

Burton’s pre-season has already seen them slip to defeats against both Leicester City and Birmingham City, whilst also being held by non-league side Alfreton Town at the start of the month.

The 2025/26 season saw the club finish 17 ^th in the table, five points above the relegation zone after winning 13 league games throughout the campaign.

Burton scored just 50 league goals, averaging narrowly over one per 90 minutes and picked up just four away wins all season.

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Head-to-head:

With the Brewers pushing higher in the EFL & the Moors still in the National League, you’d need to go back to 2019 and a pre-season friendly for the last time the two sides met, in what was a narrow affair in humid conditions.

The two matches before this (2018 & 2017) were also pre-season matches, with the Brewers leading the head-to-head following their victory back in 2017.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Tuesday’s clash against Burton are available to purchase online right now and are available on the gate.

The prices are as follows;

Adults: £9.00

Under 18s: £6.00

There are no additional fees when purchasing your tickets, as the £1 booking fee is already included in the ticket price (£8 to £9).

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Getting to the Stadium:

Tuesday’s game against the Brewers will be a 7pm kick-off at Damson Park.

The stadium is located just three miles (10 minutes) from Solihull station, or 4.8 miles (13 minutes) from Birmingham International station.

Similarly, local taxi services from either station are available, as is on-site parking, though spaces are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Alternatively, the x12 bus service will be running both before and after the game – available to catch from either of the two train stations mentioned above.

Reminder – the game is a 7pm kick-off at Damson Park (B929EJ).

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In the dugout – Gary Bowyer

The man in the hot seat for Burton Albion on Tuesday will be experienced boss Gary Bowyer.

The 55-year-old is set to enter his second full season in charge of the Brewers, having been in charge since December 2024 and successfully guiding the club to a miraculous escape from relegation during his first few months in charge.

He’s taken charge of 82 matches since joining the League One side, averaging a points-per-game of 1.27.

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Familiar faces:

There will likely be a very familiar (and recent) face lining up for the Brewers on Tuesday in winger Tyrese Shade.

The 26-year-old joined the Moors on loan from Swindon Town in February 2024 – contributing to several goals as the club made both the FA Trophy final as well as the playoff final.

He moved on to Eastleigh at the end of the 2023/24 season, spending a year with the club before being sold to the Brewers for an undisclosed fee – where he contributed to 14 goals in the third tier last campaign.

Similarly, Moors star Joe Sbarra was handed his professional debut by Burton Albion – before signing for the club on loan and then permanently.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible ahead of Today’s clash with Burton Albion. COYM ��

Match preview written by Callum Moseley

Opposition Preview: Burton Albion

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:23:19 GMT

Following victory against Hereford last time out, Chris Millington’s Solihull Moors side are set to continue their preparations for the upcoming 2026/27 Enterprise National League season by welcoming Burton Albion, led by Gary Bowyer, to Damson Park.

Burton’s most recent friendly saw them take on Championship outfit Birmingham City at the Pirelli Stadium, where they would go on to be narrowly defeated 1 – 0 thanks to a first-half goal from forward August Priske.

Prior to the Brewers’ formation, several clubs called Burton home: Burton Wanderers, Burton Swifts, and Burton United. Once they had all ceased to exist, a public meeting took place on 6th July 1950 looking to bring football back to the town, and this led to Burton Albion coming into existence.

During the early years of the club, they competed in the Birmingham & District League, with the 1953/54 campaign seeing them finish as high as second place whilst also winning the Birmingham Senior Cup by getting the better of Bierley Hill in the Final.

They reached the Third Round Proper in the FA Cup in the 1955/56 season, losing 7 – 0 to Charlton Athletic at The Valley. Near the end of that campaign, they beat Tamworth 2 – 0 to win the Staffordshire Senior Cup.

By 1958, they had joined the Southern League whilst also moving to a new home, Eton Park, from Wellington Street. They then went on to become the first side to sit outside of the Premier Division to win the Southern League Cup six years later, beating the competition favourites Weymouth 5 – 2. The Brewers were led at the time by the legendary Peter Taylor.

Fast forward to 1981, the Midlands side secured the appointment of Neil Warnock as their new boss after departing Gainsborough Trinity. They did lose 6 – 1 against Leicester in the FA Cup thanks to a hat trick from Gary Lineker, though after this result was overturned, they only narrowly lost the replay 1 – 0 behind closed doors at Coventry City’s former home, Highfield Road.

In 1997, then Manager John Barton won a cup double after securing the Southern League Cup and the Birmingham Senior Cup. Then came one of the most important appointments in the history of The Brewers – Nigel Clough. Clough joined them in October 1998.

In his first years at the club, together with assistant Gary Crosby, Clough’s Burton Albion finished as the runners-up of the Southern League Premier Division, which saw them only just miss out on a long-awaited promotion to the National Conference.

Albion then returned to the Northern Premier League in 2001, winning the league title – the club’s first in its history. Promotion to the aforementioned National Conference had been obtained, with them scoring more than 100 goals whilst also having a mean defence that saw them concede just 30.

Burton moved to their current home, the Pirelli Stadium, in 2005, facing Chester City in a friendly game. It was then opened officially by legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson, and his Manchester United side would then be drawn against the Brewers in the FA Cup Third Round Proper just weeks later.

The Red Devils were held to a goalless draw, which was a historic result for Burton in front of what was a then-record crowd of 6,191. They lost the replay 5 – 0 at Old Trafford.

Burton won the 2008/09 Conference title with Roy McFarland in charge after Clough had departed for Derby County midway through the season. They also set a record that term when they won 12 games in a row.

The Brewers’ first season in League Two was successful under new permanent boss Paul Peschisolido in charge with Gary Rowett as his assistant. They consolidated in the fourth tier in 2009/10, though the following season was more of a struggle, surviving only after going on a significant run of wins in the final months and weeks of the season.

They had reached the Third Round Proper of the FA Cup, only being knocked out by Burnley after beating Middlesbrough in the previous round.

Following Peschisolido’s departure, the aforementioned Gary Rowett then took charge in 2012, where he was caretaker before taking on the job on what was a permanent basis.

The 2013/14 season saw them achieve a very credible 4th place finish in League Two under Rowett, losing 5 – 4 on aggregate to Bradford City on aggregate in the semi-finals of that season’s play-offs.

They were then beaten in the 2015 League Two play-offs final by Fleetwood Town at Wembley Stadium after the Brewers were beaten 1 – 0 by the Cod Army.

Burton Albion had a strong start to the following season, and despite Rowett’s mid-season departure for Birmingham City, they were still able to go on to be promoted to League One following a victory over Morecambe in April 2015.

Under then-boss Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, they had lost only 3 of their last 30 games that term. They secured promotion by winning the title, which they secured by beating narrowly beating Cambridge United 3 – 2.

After Hasselbaink left for QPR in December 2015 with Burton top of the tree in League One, club legend Nigel Clough made his return to the club, and he went on to take them to promotion to England’s second tier, the EFL Championship.

One step below the Premier League, they shocked many in the world of football by securing survival in the 2016/17 season, though they were relegated in the season that followed, finishing 23rd and being relegated to League One, even though they had managed to secure wins against the likes of Fulham, Birmingham City, and Sunderland.

It was a first relegation for 40 years, only going down after Bolton completed a dramatic turnaround to beat Nottingham Forest.

A League Cup campaign in 2018/19 saw them beat sides including Shrewsbury Town, Aston Villa, Burnley, Nottingham Forest, and Middlesbrough; they then met Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City over two legs in the semi-finals, where they were beaten ruthlessly by what was an aggregate scoreline of 10 – 0.

Nigel Clough departed in 2020 before being replaced by Jake Buxton. Then, in January 2021, Buxton was replaced himself by Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, who returned to the Pirelli Stadium hotseat.

The 2020/21 League One season saw them end up in 16th place by the season’s end before finishing in the same position the next campaign.

After a disastrous run of form that saw them not win any of their first eight games in 2022/23. Hasselbaink was dismissed from his position in September 2022; he was succeeded by Dino Maamria.

Maamria led them to recover form for what was a 15th place finish in the end before departing at Christmas in the 2023/24 season. Form then improved again under Martin Paterson, who steered them to a 20th place finish, only just avoiding relegation. They finished 20th again in 2024/25, finishing only three points above the drop.

Last season, 2025/26, was again spent in League One. This time they finished up in 17th place after being able to secure safety and a total of 54 points after accumulating 13 wins, 15 draws, and 18 defeats in 46 games in the third tier.

They will be hoping to finish higher in the League One table by the time that the 2026/27 campaign comes to a close.

In the opposition dugout – Gary Bowyer

Gary Bowyer is the current Head Coach of Burton Albion Football Club, having taken charge back on 17th December 2024. He led them to safety in League One in the 2024/25 season after he joined the club, where the Brewers were sat in 23rd place, with them being a total of 9 points away from safety at the time.

Ahead of his time with Burton, he has previously been in charge of the likes of Blackburn Rovers (Caretaker & Permanent Manager: 2012 – 2013; 2013; 2013 - 2015), Blackpool (2016 - 2018), Bradford City (2019 - 2020), Salford City (2021 - 2022), and finally Dundee FC from 8th June 2022 to 10th May 2023.

Bowyer also had a playing career lasting for 8 years between 1989 and 1997, representing Hereford United (1989 - 1990), Nottingham Forest (1990 - 1995), and finally Rotherham United from 1995 to 1997.

Key Player – Tyrese Shade

Tyrese Shade is one of Burton Albion’s standout players, and last term he was their leading goal scorer in all competitions, scoring a total of 14 goals overall. Shade joined Burton Albion on 30th July 2025, doing so on a permanent basis from National League side Eastleigh.

He began his career at Solihull Moors in 2016 before joining Leicester City in 2017. He then had a loan spell with Walsall in the 2021/22 season before becoming a Swindon Town player on a permanent basis in 2022.

After spending two years with The Robins, he re-joined Solihull Moors this time on loan in February 2024 before going on to join Eastleigh ahead of his move to Burton in 2025.

Opposition preview written by Adam Holt

Match Report: Hereford 0-3 Moors

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:06:46 GMT

Our latest pre-season friendly saw us come away with a solid 3-0 victory. We visited National League North side Hereford at the MandM Edgar Street stadium, as we ramped up our preparations for the upcoming season against tough opposition.

A welcome return to the starting lineup for attacker Jacob Wakeling was short-lived, taking a knock early on, before been replaced just before the half-hour mark by Charlie Footes.

Tyrell Warren made his first start for The Moors in defence, looking solid and assured just a day after signing for the Club.

The first half was an even affair, with not much to note in terms of chances on a difficult, slightly sloped pitch in windy conditions. Hereford came closest to opening the scoring, with Keziah Martin forcing a good save from Nat Ford, palming the ball away for a corner.

The second half started much the same, and it took until the 56th minute to break the deadlock. Junior Tiensia showing tremendous pace to beat Kyle Howkins to a long ball down the left flank, before driving inside and firing past goalkeeper Theo Richardson to put us a goal ahead, with what his first goal since returning to The Moors. 0-1

Shortly after conceding, Hereford made a host of changes, bringing on several of their under-18's, giving them invaluable experience of senior football.

The tempo understandably dropped after so many changes, but with 5 minutes of the 90 remaining, a Moors corner led to Callum McFarlane having a good header well saved by Hereford keeper Ollie Lewis, only for Kian Ryley to be in the right place at the right time, to rifle home. 0-2.

A minute later, with the result now beyond doubt, The Moors managed to put a bit of gloss on the scoreline, forcing an own goal after good work down the right-hand side. A Hereford defender glanced the ball into his own net under pressure. 0-3. Game over.

Full time saw Chris Millington's men secure back-to-back wins in pre-season after previously not tasting victory in the first three fixtures. All in all, a good afternoon's work, more minutes in the tank, a clean sheet, 3 goals and a run out for several the new signings and youngsters.

Bulls manager Aaron Downes praised his sides mentality and work rate against higher division opponents, and despite the eventual scoreline, had a lot to be positives to take away. We'd like to wish Hereford all the best for the new season.

Next up, we host League One outfit Burton Albion at Damson Park on Tuesday, 28th July at 7pm. Don't miss out on our penultimate fixture before our National League campaign begins.

Tickets are priced:

Adult - £9.00

Under 18 - £6.00

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Match report written by Scott Cattell

Solihull Moors Sign Defender Tyrell Warren

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:30:07 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of defender Tyrell Warren ahead of the 2026/27 National League season, subject to league & FA approval.

The 27-year-old arrives at Damson Park following his departure from Grimsby Town, bringing with him significant Football League and National League experience.

A product of Manchester United's Academy, Warren began his senior career with Salford City, gaining valuable experience during loan spells with Radcliffe, Boston United and later FC Halifax Town, before securing a move to Barrow in 2022.

After two seasons in League Two with Barrow, Warren joined Grimsby Town ahead of the 2024/25 campaign, where he made over 50 appearances across all competitions and established himself as a regular in the Mariners' defence.

Now, Warren joins Solihull Moors as Chris Millington continues to strengthen his squad ahead of the new National League season.

Chris Millington added:

“Tyrell is a very effective defender who also has the ability to create and support attacks. As a person, he has a professional, no-nonsense way about him which will be a great value across the course of the season. I'm thrilled to welcome Tyrell to the Moors."

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Tyrell to the Club and wish him every success in blue and yellow.

Key Match Info: Solihull Moors vs Burton Albion

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:11:42 GMT

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Match Preview: Hereford FC vs Solihull Moors

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:09:25 GMT

After securing our first victory of pre-season, Solihull Moors are back in action this weekend as we travel to Hereford for our latest pre-season clash.

Saturday’s victory over Hednesford Town ended a three-game winless run in pre-season, after some difficult outings against Birmingham City, Knowle and Alvechurch.

Goals from Kian Ryley and Conor Wilkinson saw the Moors come from behind to secure a narrow victory and finally end their winless run.

Saturday will see us make the short but difficult trip to National League North side Hereford, with the game beginning at 2pm.

Ahead of Saturday’s clash, here is everything you need to know for our trip to Hereford.

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An overview of Hereford:

The 2026/27 season will be Hereford’s ninth straight season in the National League North, with the club narrowly avoiding relegation on the final day of the campaign.

Back-to-back victories over Radcliffe & Marine as well as a draw with Peterborough Sports ensured that Aaron Downes’ side will stay in the sixth tier next season.

Hereford have had three pre-season friendlies, beginning with a 1-1 draw against Hereford Pegasus before being beaten by Bishop’s Cleeve.

Their last outing was a 3-1 win in mid-week against Worcester City.

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Head-to-head:

The two sides haven’t met in a competitive fixture since October 2021, when we defeated them 1-0 during a fourth-round qualifying match in the FA Cup.

One year prior, Hereford beat the Moors 1-0 themselves – meaning the previous two games have been narrow score-lines with clean sheets in each too.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Saturday’s clash against Hereford are available to purchase online right now and are available on the gate.

The prices are as follows;

Adults (16-64): £16.00

Senior Concessions (65+): £14.00

Under 16s: £3.00

There are no booking fees to pay when purchasing your tickets, but tickets must be purchased here .

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Getting to the Stadium:

Hereford play their games at Edgar Street, located north of Hereford town centre.

The 492 bus service does serve the stadium, giving supporters a chance to hop on public transport to reach the stadium.

Likewise, Edgar Street is a 13-minute walk from Hereford train station or a six-minute drive.

Edgar Street Stadium is located on Edgar Street in Hereford. The postcode is HR4 9JU.

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In the dugout – Aaron Downes

The man in the Hereford hot-seat this weekend is Aaron Downes.

The 41-year-old is a former EFL footballer with the likes of Bristol Rovers, Chesterfield and Cheltenham Town before retiring in 2018.

Downes has had interim roles throughout his career thus far, but finally landed his first permanent position with Hereford in February 2026.

Since taking the role, Downes has won nine of his opening 21 matches – earning a win percentage of 42.9%.

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Familiar faces:

There is one familiar face for Solihull Moors fans to welcome this weekend, with summer signing Fin Holmes now with Hereford.

Holmes joined the club after impressing on trial, but despite a lack of game time – he continued to standout with a memorable goal against Everton U21s in the National League Cup.

However, he was sold to Halesowen Town last summer but continued to impress with an increased amount of first-team exposure – leading to a move to Hereford this summer.

Likewise, Moors winger Kian Ryley was previously a loan player with Hereford – as was Callum McFarlane.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible, ahead of Saturday’s clash with Hereford. COYM ��

Written by Callum Moseley

Opposition Overview: Hereford FC

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:43:55 GMT

Chris Millington and his Solihull Moors side are set to continue their preparations for the upcoming 2026/27 Enterprise National League season with a trip to face Hereford FC at Edgar Street on Saturday afternoon. The Moors will be facing a side led by Manager Aaron Downes, who finished in 20th place last term in the National League North.

Their pre-season started with a 1 – 1 draw with Hereford Pegasus, before making the trip to Kayte Lane to take on Bishop’s Cleeve, losing 2 – 0 in the end. Worcester City were next in what was their most recent friendly before facing Millington’s men, winning 3 – 1 at the aforementioned Edgar Street.

It is well known that Hereford FC are a phoenix club founded following the demise of Hereford United in 2014, starting life in the Midland Football League for the 2015/16 campaign, while keeping the nickname and club colours.

The Bulls went on to sensationally win the League and Cup double, whilst also going on to win the Herefordshire FA County Challenge Cup, and playing in front of 21,000 of their fans at Wembley for their appearance in the FA Vase Final in the English Capital.

They then continued that success in the following season, earning an incredible total of 107 points as they lifted the Southern League South & West title, whilst they also retained the Herefordshire FA County Challenge Cup, and beat Royston Town in the Champions v Champions clash at the end of the season.

Hereford then completed what was an extraordinary third promotion in a row in the 2017/18 season, winning the title with as many as three games to spare, going on to earn a total of 113 points overall by the time that the season concluded. In the FA Cup that season, they got to the First Round Proper and were only narrowly defeated in a replay by Fleetwood Town of League One.

After a difficult first season in the National League North, the 2021/22 season saw a mid-table finish with a view of venturing into the upper echelons of the table the following season.

We now rewind time to the origin of the original club, Hereford United, who were formed all the way back in 1924. Over their extensive history, they spent a total of 31 seasons in the English Football League, with the highest division they reached being the Second Tier when it was known as the Second Division, spending a single season there back in the 1976/77 campaign.

In the third tier, League One, they spent 25 seasons there cumulatively, whilst they had 5 years in League Two. They are also responsible for producing a number of top players, chief amongst them being West Ham United forward Jarrod Bowen, who began his professional career there back in 2014.

Hereford FC now look forward to what they hope will be a successful and fruitful 2026/27 season in the Sixth Tier, the National League North, as they meet with Chris Millington’s Solihull Moors at Edgar Street as both sides prepare for the campaign ahead.

In the opposition dugout – Aaron Downes

Aaron Downes, the current Manager of Hereford FC, only recently joined the club. The Australian was appointed by The Bulls back on 16th February 2026.

His coaching career began as the assistant manager of Torquay United back on 13th December 2018 before going on to be appointed as the interim boss of The Gulls a few years later in February 2024 following the departure of Gary Johnson. However, he did leave in May of that year after he had guided the club to safety in the National League South.

Then, in June 2024 became assistant manager of Cheltenham Town, returning to the club after having spent time there as a player. He then departed on 30th September that year following the appointment of permanent boss Steve Cotterill. His appointment at Hereford then followed early the following year.

As previously mentioned, Downes did have a playing career before going into management, with his time as a professional player lasting for as many as 15 years between 2003 and 2018.

He played for the likes of Hampton & Richmond (2003), Frickley Athletic (2003 - 2004), Chesterfield (2004 - 2012), Bristol Rovers (Loan, 2012), Torquay United (2012 - 2015), before retiring at his final club, the aforementioned Cheltenham Town, with whom he spent three years between 2015 and 2018.

Key Player – Aaron Skinner

After a string of exceptional performances last term, defender Aaron Skinner was named as the Bulls’ player of the season after his efforts on the pitch played a vital role in Hereford’s survival in the National League North.

He began his youth career with Bury, spending 5 years there before departing for Bolton Wanderers in 2019. He only spent what was a short time with The Trotters before being snapped up by Tottenham Hotspur, with whom he played for their youth teams until his departure from the North London club in 2021.

From there, he went to Bamber Bridge, where in the 2022/23 campaign he was their player of the year before making the move to Hereford FC on 24th May 2023.

He also recently signed a new contract with The Bulls in order to remain at the club for the duration of the upcoming 2026/27 season.

Preview written by Adam Holt

Ticket Update: Hereford FC (A)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:57:55 GMT

Tickets for our match away at Hereford FC on Saturday are available to purchase via the link below & on our website.

We have been advised that supporters will NOT be able to purchase tickets through their website.

https://herefordfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/hereford_fc_v_solihull_moors_away_supporters_only

Fixture Update: Forest Green Rovers (A)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:00:38 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that our away National League fixture against Forest Green Rovers has been rescheduled.

The match, originally due to take place on Monday 28th December (3:00pm kick-off), will now be played on Tuesday 29th December, with kick-off at 7:00pm.

Any further ticket information will be communicated in due course.

Match Preview: Hednesford Town vs Moors (Pre-Season Friendly)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:00:13 GMT

It’s been a challenging start for Chris Millington’s men in terms of pre-season results, but could this weekend mark the start of a change as we travel to Hednesford Town?

After defeats against Knowle & Birmingham City and a draw with Alvechurch, will Saturday be fourth time lucky for the Moors – as we continue our search for our first victory of the 2026/27 season?

The Moors have scored just once in pre-season thus far, courtesy of Joe Sbarra’s strike against Alvechurch last week.

Saturday will see us make the short but difficult trip to newly-promoted National League North side Hednesford Town, with the game beginning at 3pm.

Ahead of Saturday’s clash, here is everything you need to know for our trip to Hednesford Town.

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An overview of Hednesford Town:

Hednesford have spent their entire history as a non-League club, though they did go close to sealing promotion to the fourth tier in the 1990s; despite finishing third in the table – play-offs weren’t in existence, and they ultimately missed out.

Within a couple of seasons, Hednesford made history in the FA Cup, reaching the first round proper and defeating Hull City 2-0. At this time they had gone from no qualification in 70 years to reaching the first round three years on the spin.

Current Moors boss Chris Millington was formerly an assistant manager for Hednesford Town back in December 2015 – working under Frank Sinclair, but the pair left four months later after they were relegated.

Their replacement was a manager called Liam McDonald, who went on to leave the club for Solihull Moors within seven months of getting the Hednesford role.

However, relegations followed around that time, and the club have had to undergo several rebuilds to get themselves back to the stage they are today.

This summer, Hednesford have already been extremely busy in the transfer window – signing a plethora of players who played against Solihull last season.

Therefore, this fixture will be entirely different from the 2025 contest.

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Head-to-head:

Despite the difference in leagues, there has been a recent meeting between the two sides.

In 2025, Solihull Moors made the trip to Hednesford in the Birmingham Senior Cup, in which we came out victorious following a brace from former Academy graduate Tyler Bruck.

There have been prior meetings in both 2014 and 2015, but the two clubs have only met once since then, in which we came out victorious.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Saturday’s clash against Hednesford are available to purchase online right now and are available on the gate.

The prices are as follows;

Adults (18-64): £8.00

Senior Concessions (65+): £5.00

Kids (13-17): £2.00

Under 13s: £0.00

There are no booking fees to pay when purchasing your tickets.

Please note the following;

- Hednesford Town have recently installed three self-scanning turnstiles, meaning supporters will need to scan their tickets before entering the stadium.

- Due to our National League status, Saturday’s game has been made a ‘designated fixture’, meaning alcohol will not be eligible to be consumed in view of the pitch.

- Parking at the stadium has been significantly reduced due to building work.

- Nobody under the age of 16 is allowed to enter the stadium without a full-paying adult or senior citizen.

- In accordance with the National League ground regulations, the stadium is a smoke- and vape-free venue, but you can consume these via the outdoor bar.

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Getting to the Stadium:

Hednesford Town play their fixtures at the Keys Park Stadium, which is located via Keys Park Road (WS12 2DZ) in Hednesford.

It is located 28 miles (36-minute drive) from Damson Park, with the number 23 bus service, calling within a five-minute walk of the stadium.

The closest train station to Keys Park is Hednesford Railway Station, which is easily accessible from stations such as Marston Green, Birmingham International and Birmingham New Street and is a three-minute car ride away.

Alternatively, it is a 20-minute walk.

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In the dugout – Kelvin Davis

Former Southampton goalkeeper Kelvin Davis is the man in the dugout for Hednesford Town, after guiding them to promotion late in the season.

Davis previously had a managerial stint with fellow National League side Eastleigh, but took on the role as Hednesford boss back in February 2026.

The 49-year-old successfully guided the club to promotion to the National League North last season and will be eager to push on.

He has been heavily backed by the club’s owners this summer, signing several National League departures such as George Langston (Braintree), Aaron Hayden (Carlisle) and Dale Gorman (Woking).

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Familiar faces:

There are several familiar faces for Solihull Moors fans to spot this weekend.

Former loan goalkeeper Sam Hornby joined Hednesford on a free transfer from League Two side Walsall earlier this summer and is likely to start between the sticks.

Similarly, Omari Sterling-James remains with the club – even despite the sheer number of signings that have been made so far this summer.

Alternatively, for Chris Millington, he faces a reunion with former playmaker Jamie Cooke, who is likely to feature for Hednesford, following his summer switch from Halifax Town.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible, ahead of Saturday’s clash with Hednesford Town. COYM ��

Match preview written by Callum Moseley

Opposition Preview: Hednesford Town

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:54:02 GMT

Chris Millington and his side are set to face Hednesford Town in their latest friendly as preparations for the upcoming 2026/27 National League season continue. Saturday afternoon’s game will see Solihull Moors face a team on the rise at Keys Park, with Kelvin Davis’ side having recently sealed a second consecutive promotion last term, which sees them now compete in the National League North.

The Pitmen opened their pre-season with what was a commanding 6 – 0 triumph over Chasetown, a result that was secured thanks to the goals of Niall Maher, Jamie Cooke, Aaron Jarvis, and Josh Mabbley. This was then followed by a goalless draw in their second and most recent friendly against Stratford Town ahead of their encounter with Millington’s men.

Hednesford have an extensive history, with the origins of the club able to be traced back to the 19th Century. They were founded all the way back in 1880 when the Red and Whites, also known as West Hill, completed a merger with a club named Hill Top.

The club’s first home was ‘The Tins’, which was a site located just behind The Anglesey Hotel, with the name coming from the sheet metal that was found all around the ground. Then in 1889, the Pitmen would go on to become one of the founding members of the Birmingham & District League, going on to finish a very respectable 6th place in their maiden campaign.

However, they did leave the league in 1891, despite having finished as high as third place the previous season, though they did go on to join the Walsall & District Junior League in 1894 after predominantly playing friendly matches during their football league hiatus.

In the next three seasons, Hednesford would finish second in all three campaigns, with the league being renamed as the Walsall & District League in 1897.

1904 was a historic year for the club, as they moved to the Cross Keys Ground to move away from ‘The Tins’, with them making a deal with a local councillor who was happy to pay off the club’s debt of £40 to leave their previous home. A crowd of 900 watched their first ever game there, where they beat local side Stafford 3 – 1.

Fast forward to after World War Two, Hednesford Town Football Club were now competing in the Birmingham Combination, finishing as league title winners in 1952/53, before then finishing as runners-up the following season in their subsequent 1952/53 campaign.

The league then split in the 1954/55 season, with the Pitmen now set to compete in the Northern Division.

Fast forward to the mid-1970s, they were crowned as the league champions of the West Midlands Regional League, and then in 1982/83 they were able to move up to the Midland section of the Southern League, narrowly avoiding relegation under the stewardship of their former Goalkeeper John Baldwin by the end of the decade in the 1989/90 campaign.

The following season, 1990/91, saw them have a successful campaign, finishing third before then securing a historic promotion to the Beazer Homes League Premier Division after they only finished behind Solihull Borough in second place in 1991/92.

They finished fourth in the league the following season, during which they were able to reach the Staffordshire Senior Cup Final after losing to Stoke City over two legs. They reached a domestic cup final again in 1993/94, with them going on to be beaten 3 – 0 by Walsall at the Bescot Stadium in what was the Birmingham Senior Cup Final on this occasion.

In the following season, The Pitmen were promoted to the GM Vauxhall Conference as Champions. A victory against Leek Town was what secured them the crown, and it was also to be their final ever game at the Cross Keys, with them due to move into their current home, the aforementioned Keys Park.

The 1996/97 season was one that would go down in history as one of the most successful campaigns for the Pitmen. They were able to reach the First Round Proper of the FA Cup, the first time that they had done so for 72 years, only losing in the Fourth Round to Middlesbrough, and they beat the likes of Hull City.

Then, on the turn of the century in 2000, the club suffered their first ever relegation in 2000/01. A succession of managers followed the departure of John Baldwin, with the likes of Neil Pointon, Colin Lambert, Paul Raynor, Kenny Hibbitt, and Ian Painter all taking the hotseat at Hednesford Town in the years that followed.

Fast forward to the 2008/09 campaign, they did finish 8th despite being in great form at the start of the season, though they did still manage to go on to lift some silverware, lifting the Birmingham Senior Challenge Cup for only the second time in the club’s history after a 73 year long wait after beating Stourbridge 2 – 0 in the Final.

Moving on to the 2011/12 season, they were able to finish as high as second place in the Southern League Premier Division whilst also going on to lift the Southern League Cup. They did, though, lose on penalties to Salisbury City in the Play-Off Final, before being moved across to the Evo-Stick Northern Premier League for the following campaign.

2012/13 was amazing for The Pitmen. They accumulated as many as 93 points, finishing second and winning promotion to the Conference, beating AFC Fylde and then FC United of Manchester on the way. They were then also able to win the Birmingham Senior Cup and the Staffordshire Senior Cup in what was a truly historic season for the Midlands-based club.

In 2019/20, the season was of course curtailed by the Coronavirus pandemic, and in May 2020, a takeover of the Pitmen was completed by a pair of businessmen, Graham Jones and Hayden Dando, appointing Andy Morrell, who won the FA Trophy with Wrexham, as manager.

A few years later, the club had a takeover fall through, with the club in financial trouble in March 2023, but they were saved by the aforementioned Hayden Dando, and the club was then reinstated into the Northern Premier League Division One West. It was announced that then-manager Danny Glover would be taking the Pitmen forward into the 2023/24 campaign.

However, Glover and his management team were subsequently relieved of their duties by October 2023 following a poor start that saw them sat bottom of the league with Harry Harris and Steve Hinks taking over after departing Walsall Wood for Hednesford.

Then, by March 2024, Craig and Amanda Gwilt completed a takeover of the Pitmen, which saved the future of the club in the process. They then subsequently avoided relegation in 2023/24 thanks to a reprieve. Steve King was appointed before leaving in October 2024.

In the second half of the 2024/25 season, the duo of manager Gavin Hurren and assistant manager Lee Vaughan guided them from 14th place in the Northern Premier League West table all the way up to second place after a run of 18 wins and just 3 defeats in what were their final 27 league matches, which included going on a 14 game unbeaten run as well as 13 clean sheets.

They had home advantage in the playoffs, beating Vauxhall Motors 3 – 1 in the semi-final, before then securing a place in Step 3 thanks to what was a deserved 2 – 0 triumph over Congleton Town in the Final.

Last season (2025/26), they achieved a second successive promotion to the National League North after beating Warrington Rylands on penalties following a 1 – 1 draw in an enthralling and competitive game at Keys Park.

They now look forward to their season at Step Two, where they will be looking to continue their progress as a club in the upcoming 2026/27 campaign.

In the opposition dugout – Kelvin Davis

Kelvin Davis has been manager of Hednesford Town on a permanent basis since 11th May 2026 alongside his assistant Danny Butterfield after initially joining the club on an interim basis back in February. They managed to lead the Pitmen to promotion to the National League North in the second half of last season, and will be looking to continue the momentum over the course of the upcoming season at Step Two.

Previously in coaching, Davis spent time as a Football Development Executive and then First Team Assistant Coach at Southampton between 2017 and 2022, briefly being caretaker in 2018. He has also spent time taking charge of Eastleigh between 2024 and 2025 before eventually joining the Pitmen.

Davis also had a 22 year playing career, spending time with the likes of Luton Town (1994 - 1999), Torquay United (Loan, 1994), Hartlepool United (Loan, 1997), Wimbledon (1999 - 2003), Ipswich Town (2003 – 2005, Sunderland (2005/06), and finally the aforementioned Southampton from 2006 until his retirement, playing a Testimonial Match in May 2016.

His assistant manager, Danny Butterfield, also had a long playing career, which took place from 1997 to 2016. Playing predominantly as a defender, Butterfield was able to represent the likes of Grimsby Town (1997 - 2002), Crystal Palace (2002 - 2010), Charlton Athletic (Loan, 2009), Southampton (2010 - 2013), Bolton Wanderers (Loan, 2013), Carlisle United (2013), and finally Exeter City (2013 – 2016) during his playing career.

Key Player – Ahkeem Rose

Ahkeem Rose is most certainly one of the standout players for Hednesford Town, and it would be no surprise if he put in similar performances for the Pitmen in the coming season in the National League North.

Last term, Rose was the top scorer in the league for the club with 13 alongside Montel Gibson, though the latter is no longer at the club.

Rose’s career in football began as a youth player for Grimsby Town, though he has since gone on to play senior football for The Mariners from 2017 to 2020 following spells at the likes of Pelsall Villa (2015 - 2016) and Heather St. John’s during the same period as he was at Pelsall.

Following his spell playing senior football for Grimsby, he went on to play for the likes of Boston United (Loan, 2018), Dover Athletic (2020 - 2021), Weymouth (2021 - 2023), Wimborne Town (Loan, 2021), Ayr United (2023 - 2024), Hamilton Academical (Loan, 2024), Hereford (2024 - 2025), and then finally current club Hednesford Town, who he joined back on 4th February 2025.

Opposition preview written by Adam Holt

Match Report: Moors vs Blues - Arthur Cup

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:43:25 GMT

Birmingham City came out comfortable 3-0 winners in our annual Arthur Cup game at Damson Park. Played in loving memory of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes, a local young boy and Birmingham fan. Arthur tragically lost his life in June 2020, in the place that should have been safest for him, his home.

On a day where the Solihull sun was shining almost as brightly as Arthur's smile, Birmingham City fielded a strong team, featuring internationals and regular starters, as well as some exciting young talent.

Birmingham came flying out of the blocks, with August Priske having a header ruled out for offside in the opening 3 minutes. The referee then awarded a penalty after Briar Bateman was taken down after bursting into the box on 5 minutes. Priske stepped up and made no mistake from the spot, going straight down the middle to put Blues 1-0 up.

Goalkeeper Nat Ford then did well to deny a curling effort from Bateman as Blues continued to dominate possession. Several chances followed for the away side, before Taylor Gardner-Hickman went close with a long-range attempt that went just over the bar.

A couple of changes at the break saw The Moors bring on Ben Worman and young attacker Ben Wodskou in an effort to add more creativity and pace to the attack. Birmingham changed their whole starting 11, giving plenty of the squad more minutes as they step up their preparations for the upcoming Championship season.

It was Blues that struck next in the 51st minute. A corner was taken short, and after a quick one-two, Alex Cochrane fizzed a dangerous low cross into the six-yard box that hit the unfortunate Matty Carson and ended up in the back of the net.

Chances were at a premium for The Moors against a tough, well organised defence. As the game became more stretched in the energy-sapping heat, Solihull pressed for opportunities and Birmingham had long spells of possession.

Blues should have extended their lead when the lively Demarai Gray did well to find Carlos Vicente in the box, only for him to fire wide at the back post. Kanya Fujimoto and Gray had further chances, the latter been denied by a fantastic Alex Whitmore block.

In the closing stages, Gray picked up a loose ball just past the halfway line and showed pace and power to see off several challenges, before having the composure to fire the ball into the far corner of Ford's goal.

In a game that is more about the cause than the result, we'd like to thank all 1186 of you that attended the fixture. Your support provides vital funds to the NSPCC and the Solihull Moors Foundation to continue their preventative work with vulnerable and at-risk children across Birmingham and the surrounding areas.

Congratulations to Birmingham City on retaining the Arthur Cup.

Next up for The Moors is an away trip at Keys Park on Saturday, 18th July to face Hednesford Town.

Match report written by Scott Cattell

Slim Chickens Become Official Club Partner Ahead of 2026/27 Season

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:15:02 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to welcome Slim Chickens as an Official Club Partner ahead of the 2026/27 National League season.

As part of the partnership, the Slim Chickens logo will feature proudly on the Club's Youth and Junior kits, supporting the next generation of Moors players throughout the upcoming campaign.

Founded on bringing fresh, cooked-to-order chicken and Southern-inspired hospitality to communities across the UK, Slim Chickens has quickly become one of the country's fastest-growing restaurant brands. Known for its hand-breaded chicken tenders, signature sauces and welcoming family atmosphere, the brand continues to expand its presence nationwide.

The partnership comes at an exciting time for Slim Chickens, with the opening of its newest restaurant at Birmingham Grand Central coinciding with this year's Arthur Cup on Wednesday, 15th July, further strengthening the brand's presence within the local community.

Richard Pigott, Managing Director of Slim Chickens UK, said:

"We're delighted to be partnering with Solihull Moors ahead of the new season. At Slim Chickens, we're passionate about becoming part of the communities we serve, and supporting the Club's Youth and Junior teams is a fantastic way to invest in the next generation of local talent. With our new restaurant now open at Birmingham Grand Central, this partnership is a great opportunity to strengthen our connection with the local area, and we look forward to working with Solihull Moors throughout the season.”

The partnership reflects both organisations' commitment to investing in young people and supporting the local community, while helping to enhance opportunities for players within the Club's Youth and Junior pathway.

Everyone at Solihull Moors is delighted to welcome Slim Chickens to the Club and looks forward to working together throughout the 2026/27 season.

Konsileo Expand Partnership with Solihull Moors

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:00:46 GMT

Solihull Moors are pleased to announce that Konsileo will become the Club's official sleeve sponsor for the 2026/27 season.

Having partnered with the Club throughout last season, Konsileo's support has now grown into its first official shirt sponsorship, with the company's branding featuring on the sleeve of the new home shirt.

The expanded partnership reflects the strength of the relationship built over the past year and demonstrates Konsileo's continued confidence in the Club's vision and ambitions.

As Solihull Moors continue to grow both on and off the pitch, partnerships such as these play a vital role in supporting the Club's long-term success.

Dan Ingram, Director at Konsileo, added:

“We're absolutely delighted to be partnering with the club as its new sleeve sponsor. From the very first conversation, it was clear that this is a Club with a genuine ambition to get results. Those shared values made this partnership a very easy decision for us. We can't wait to be part of the journey and do everything we can to support the Club in achieving great things, both on and off the pitch.”

If you would like to get in touch with Konsileo to find out more, please email moors@konsileo.com

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to thank Konsileo for their continued support and looks forward to building on the partnership throughout the 2026/27 campaign.

Blues 4 All to Sponsor Match Ball for 2026 Arthur Cup

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:00:10 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to confirm Blues 4 All as the Official Match Ball Sponsor for this year's Arthur Cup, which takes place at Damson Park on Wednesday 15th July.

An award-winning, community-led Birmingham City supporters' group, Blues 4 All has strong roots across Solihull and Hall Green, with many of its members having long-standing connections to Solihull Moors dating back to the Moor Green FC days.

Over the years, the group has worked closely with the Club through Non-League Day initiatives, Fans for Diversity events and a variety of community projects, using football as a platform to bring people together and promote inclusion.

This year's Match Ball Sponsorship is particularly fitting as Blues 4 All celebrates its 11th anniversary on the same day as the Arthur Cup. By supporting the fixture, the group is also helping to raise vital funds for the NSPCC and Solihull Moors Foundation, two charities at the heart of this annual event.

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to thank Blues 4 All for their support of this year's Arthur Cup and for their continued commitment to making a positive difference within football and the wider community.

Key Match Info: Birmingham City | Arthur Cup

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:26:55 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets

Season tickets are not valid for this fixture.

All tickets can be purchased here

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 3:00 pm

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 4:00 pm

The turnstiles will be open from 4:00pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 4:00 pm.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 4:00 pm.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

ENGLAND SEMI-FINAL:

Supporters can stay after the Arthur Cup to watch England take on Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals.

The match will be shown at:

Main Bar

The scoreboard/big screen

Trevor Stevens Suite

Jerroms/Hospitality

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar and the Trevor Stevens Suite.

There will be food available at:

Soho Tavern Food Truck

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 3.00 pm

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Match Preview: Moors v Blues (Pre-Season)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:19:51 GMT

After two winless matches thus far, Solihull Moors are back on home soil on Wednesday evening as we welcome Championship side Birmingham City for the fifth annual Arthur Cup contest at Damson Park.

The Moors were held by Alvechurch on Saturday, shortly after they were beaten in a narrow defeat to Knowle, ensuring Chris Millington’s side will be targeting a win this week.

Due to England’s advancement to the FIFA World Cup Semi-Final, the kick-off for Wednesday’s game has been brought forward to 5:30pm – with the bar open after the game for supporters to stay and watch the match against Argentina.

If the game finishes level after 90 minutes, it will go straight to a penalty shootout rather than extra time. This is to ensure that the game is completed before England face Argentina at 8pm.

Here is everything you need to know ahead of our clash against Birmingham City.

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An overview of Birmingham City:

Chris Davies’ side finished 10 ^th in the Championship last season, seven points shy of the play-off places in what was their debut campaign back in the second tier – following a record-breaking promotion prior.

Blues have already begun their own respective pre-season preparations with a 3-1 victory against League One side Huddersfield Town, with goals from Demarai Gray and a brace from Kyogo Furahashi.

They did end the campaign with a five-match unbeaten run, though had lost three straight games which saw their late play-off push come to an end before it could really get going.

It has been a quiet summer transfer window for the Blues thus far; however, the night is still very much young.

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Head-to-head:

Wednesday’s game between the two sides will be the fifth instalment of the Arthur Cup, with the clubs continuing to raise money for both the NSPCC as well as the Solihull Moors Foundation.

Last summer, the match was won by the visitors after the game was relocated to St. Andrews Stadium. A goal from Alfons Sampsted was enough to secure the victory for Birmingham, in what was a tightly battled affair.

2024 saw Birmingham run riot at Damson Park with a 3-0 victory, with 2023 also ending in the visitors ' favour – though this was another 1-0 scoreline.

However, 2022 was the inaugural Arthur Cup – which was lifted by Solihull Moors, following a header from Callum Howe that made the difference between the two clubs.

This means that Birmingham have won three of the last four matches in normal time and Solihull have been winless against their opposition since 2022, a point Chris Millington will be aiming to correct on Wednesday.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Wednesday’s clash against Birmingham are available to purchase online right now and are available on the gate.

The prices are as follows;

Adults (18-64): £12.50

Senior Concessions (65+): £8.00

Under 18s: £6.00

There are no booking fees to pay when purchasing your tickets.

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Getting to the Stadium:

Wednesday’s game will be live at Damson Park, kicking off at the earlier time of 5:30pm as agreed between the two clubs.

Damson Park is located just three miles (ten minutes) south of Solihull train station or 4.8 miles (13 minutes) from Birmingham International train station.

Similarly, taxi services are available with parking also available. The x12 bus service either from Solihull Station or Birmingham International is available and will be running for the game.

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In the dugout – Chris Davies

The man in the hot seat for Birmingham City is Chris Davies, in what will be his third season in charge of the Championship side.

Davies arrived from Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur, and guided the club to a record-breaking points total as the club sealed an immediate return to the second tier.

Last season was a tough affair for Birmingham, struggling to maintain their play-off run and ultimately fell short with matches to spare.

The 41-year-old has managed 110 matches for the Blues so far, earning a PPG (points per game) of 1.92.

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Familiar faces:

Last season saw Solihull Moors welcome young goalkeeper Will O’Sullivan on a youth loan from Birmingham City.

The 20-year-old was limited to a single appearance, which came on the final day of the season during a 4-1 victory over Yeovil Town at Huish Park.

O’Sullivan was a second-half substitute, making three saves as well as keeping a clean sheet.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible at Damson Park on Wednesday, as we continue our pre-season preparations ahead of the 2026/27 National League campaign in the Arthur Cup.

Match preview written by Callum Moseley

Arthur Cup Kick-Off Time Brought Forward as England Reach World Cup Semi-Finals

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:49:58 GMT

England are through to the World Cup semi-finals after a memorable victory over Norway on Saturday night.

With the nation dreaming of World Cup glory, Solihull Moors can now confirm that Wednesday's Arthur Cup fixture against Birmingham City will kick off at 5:30pm , with the stadium and bars opening at 4pm .

The match is a great opportunity to see Birmingham City’s full-strength squad up close and personal while supporting a brilliant cause.

Should the score be level at full time, the Arthur Cup fixture will go straight to penalties, ensuring that the match finishes no later than 7:30pm, giving supporters plenty of time to enjoy the match before settling in for England's World Cup semi-final.

For those wishing to stay, the game will be shown live on screens throughout Damson Park in the Jerroms Suite, Trevor Stevens Suite and Main Bar, creating the perfect atmosphere to cheer on the Three Lions together.

Equally, we know many supporters will have their own plans, whether that's heading home or meeting friends at their local pub, so the earlier kick-off has been scheduled to ensure everyone has plenty of time to get where they want to be before England get underway.

While the spotlight will soon turn to England's biggest game yet, the Arthur Cup remains a hugely important fixture. Played in memory of Arthur, the match brings together Solihull Moors, Birmingham City and the local community while raising vital funds for the NSPCC and Solihull Moors Foundation.

Join us at Damson Park to support two great causes, enjoy a memorable evening of football and then cheer England on as they look to book their place in the World Cup Final.

Tickets remain on sale and can be purchased here: https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/solihull_moors_v_birmingham_city_the_arthur_cup_2627

Soho Tavern Join Solihull Moors as Back-of-Shirt Sponsor

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:00:55 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to welcome Soho Tavern as the Club's new back-of-shirt sponsor for the 2026/27 season.

A well-established name across the West Midlands, Soho Tavern joins the Club ahead of the new National League campaign, with its branding featuring proudly on the back of the Moors' home shirt.

The partnership brings together two organisations with strong local roots and a shared passion for community, creating an exciting new relationship ahead of what promises to be an exciting season.

Commercial partnerships continue to play a key role in the Club's ongoing growth, and Solihull Moors is proud to welcome Soho Tavern to its family of partners.

Kash, a director at Soho Tavern, added:

“We are incredibly proud to partner with Solihull Moors Football Club as a shirt sponsor for the 2026/27 season. As a business rooted in the West Midlands, community has always been at the heart of Soho Tavern, and this partnership is a fantastic opportunity to support a club that shares those values.

We would also like to sincerely thank the people of Solihull for their continued support, which has given us the foundation to grow and establish ourselves within the local and wider community. We are also grateful to the George Fentham Trust, whose support has played an important part in making that journey possible.

We look forward to building a strong relationship with the Club, its supporters, and the Solihull community throughout the season.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to extend a warm welcome to Soho Tavern and looks forward to working together throughout the 2026/27 season.

LivingWell Continue as Solihull Moors Front-of-Shirt Sponsor

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:00:25 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce that LivingWell will continue as the Club's front-of-shirt sponsor for the 2026/27 season.

Having partnered with the Club previously, LivingWell's continued support demonstrates a shared commitment to the long-term vision of Solihull Moors, both on and off the pitch.

Their branding will once again take pride of place on the front of the Club's home shirt throughout the upcoming National League campaign, as the Moors embark on an exciting new season.

The renewal further strengthens the relationship between Solihull Moors and LivingWell, highlighting the value of long-term partnerships built on shared ambition, community values and continued growth.

Ben Howells, CEO, Living Well UK, comments:

"This partnership means more to us than front-of-shirt visibility. As an organisation delivering free mental health support across Birmingham and Solihull, we believe deeply in the power of sport to bring communities together, support wellbeing, and create real, lasting impact for local people.

We're proud to continue our partnership with Solihull Moors and we are excited about what can be achieved together, both on and off the pitch, in the season ahead."

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to thank LivingWell for their continued support and looks forward to another successful season together.

Solihull Moors' 2026/27 Fixtures

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:31:16 GMT

We're pleased to bring you a round-up of our Enterprise National League fixtures for the upcoming season.

W hile stadiums up and down the country have sat silent and empty, with no cheers, no chants and no last-minute winners, this is the time we've all been waiting for. The World Cup has been a welcome addition to the summer, and football may very well be 'Coming Home', but you still can't beat an afternoon at The Moors.

To make sure you don't miss any of the action at Damson Park this season, purchase your season ticket on the link below -

https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/m/events/1078557/seating_arrangement?version=m

August -

8th - Our National League campaign opens with an away day at relegated Harrogate Town. Travelling Moors fans will be making a 260-mile round trip to The Marcy Fitness Stadium to back the boys.

15th - We cannot wait to see you back at Damson Park, where Boston United will be our first guests on our eagerly awaited home return. Matty Carson will be familiar with Paul Hurst's side, having signed for The Moors from The Pilgrims over the summer.

22nd - Our next home fixture sees Southend, who made last season's play-offs with a 6th placed finish, travel to Damson Park.

28th - We then face another team from last season's play-offs, as we head to Scunthorpe. Our destination for this fixture is Glanford Park.

31st - Next up at home is newly promoted AFC Fylde, who will be hoping to carry on their terrific form from last season that saw them rack up 100 points and 110 goals, on their way to becoming Champions of the National League North. Fans may remember the FA Trophy upset last season where Fylde knocked us out on penalties after a 2-2 draw.

September -

5th - Gateshead are up next in our second-longest away journey. It sees us travel 408 miles, to and from the near 12,000 capacity Gateshead International Stadium. Last seasons trip was well worth it, as we came away with a solid 2-0 victory.

12th - Scott Davies's Aldershot then come to Damson Park. The Shots will be hoping to improve their league position this time round, after finishing 1 place and 4 points above the relegation zone.

15th - Barrow visit us on the 15th. It was a season to forget for the Bluebirds, which ended in relegation from League 2.

18th - Yeovil away will bring back happy memories for Moors fans. A resounding 4-1 win at Huish Park in the final game of last season made for a great trip back from Somerset.

26th - Boreham Wood are up next at home. Last season's fixture saw us play some of our best football of the season in an impressive 4-1 win. Former Moors fan favourite, James Clarke, returns to Damson Park with The Wood, who will be looking to go one step further this time after last season's agonising Play-Off Final defeat on penalties to Rochdale.

29th - We make our way to Woking, to Laithwaite Stadium, to round off a busy September. Premier League legend and former England international Jermain Defoe is the man in charge of our opponents.

October -

3rd - Boss Chris Millington's former club FC Halifax Town will be at Damson Park next, as recent Moors signing Jevon Mills also faces his former club. We'll be looking to improve on the 3-0 home and away defeats we suffered at the hands of The Shaymen.

10th - Adam Hinshelwood's Worthing are our next away day. We will have to endure more than a 300-mile round trip to visit the Sussex Transport Community Stadium.

24th - We'll be hoping for another thriller this season in Solihull, as Carlisle come to town. Just when the huge Carlisle following thought they'd be leaving with all 3 points, a last-gasp wonder-goal from Scott High rescued a 3-3 draw in added time. The influential midfielder scored a spectacular chip from just outside the box to send Damson Park into raptures.

27th - Wealdstone away. Not great memories from last season. Our recent signing Junior Tiensia, who scored against The Moors for Wealdstone in the thumping 5-1 win for The Stones, faces his old club. Grosvenor Vale is one of the smaller grounds in the league, holding around 3200 people, but also one of the most unique, featuring a towering concrete gun turret that was used in World War 2.

31st - When local rivals Kidderminster make the short journey to Damson Park on Halloween, we'll be hoping to send them home with more tricks than treats. Following on from their promotion, where they beat South Shields 2-0 in the play off final, they'll be looking to consolidate themselves in the league. Former Moors man Olly Tipton will return for the first time since leaving for Kidderminster in the summer.

November -

14th - We head to the VBS Community Stadium, home of Sutton United for the first game in November as we face The U's.

21st - Neil Gibson's Altrincham side are our next game at home after a solid 1-0 win for The Moors last time out in this fixture. The Robins finished in 13th place last season.

25th - Next on our travels, we head just shy of 200 miles to the North East, to face ambitious Hartlepool at the Suit Direct Stadium. They'll be hoping for at least a play off push under new boss Lee Clark, another former Premier League player, after a big summer of investment in the transfer market. Hartlepool are interestingly known as The Monkey Hangers.

28th - The 3500 capacity Hornchurch Stadium plays host, as we face last play off final winners Hornchurch, who will be looking to have a solid first season in the National League

December -

5th - The first of a home double header brings Eastleigh to the West Midlands. The Spitfires will be another one looking to push on in the league table, finishing 17th last season.

8th - Worthing make their first trip to Damson Park in their first ever National. League season.

20th - Our last game before Christmas, we chalk up another 260 miles on the road, this time to West Yorkshire, to face FC Halifax Town. Holding over 10,000 fans, the atmosphere will be electric. We'll need to be in full voice and back the boys to get a positive result at The Shay

26th - Solihull Moors v Tamworth on Boxing Day? You couldn't write it. Last seasons Derby Day Demolition is one Moors fans will never forget, and one Tamworth will wish they could. A superb hat-trick from the majestic Joe Sbarra was the highlight of a game where pretty much everything went right.

28th - Both games against Forest Green ended in a draw last season. The Bolt New Lawn Stadium holds over 5000 spectators, and is one of the most sustainable grounds in world football, due to features such as solar panels and an organic pitch.

January -

2nd - As we head into the New Year, Carlisle is our first destination. The long jaunt to Cumbria adds over 400 more miles to the tally, making it the longest journey we make all season. Brunton Park holds a very impressive total of almost 18,000.

9th - A 1-1 draw last time at home against Wealdstone. Gary Waddock's side also finished the season level on points with The Moors.

23rd - Jacob Wakeling stole the show in this fixture last year away at Boston, with a brace in a 2-1 victory at the Jakemans Community Stadium.

26th - Hartlepool at home was a roller coaster of a game last time out. An eventual 4-3 home defeat for the Moors in a great attack minded game.

29th - We play host to Harrogate at home against the team with English footballs longest serving manager, Simon Weaver, who took over in May 2009.

February -

6th - We left with nothing to show for our efforts last time away at Altrincham in a 2-0 defeat at the J. Davidson Stadium, one of the oldest grounds in the league that is traditionally known as Moss Lane

13th - Boreham Wood away ended in a disappointing 2-1 defeat at Meadow Park. After The Moors equalised through Joe Sbarra, Boreham Wood went on to score again shortly after and held out for a hard fought win.

17th - Last seasons home game against Woking was a write off. After a decent first half, where both teams were evenly matched, The Cards went in to run riot in the second half to claim a resounding 3-0 win. Ex-Moors striker Josh Kelly rubbing salt into the wounds with the 3rd goal.

20th - Yeovil travel up to Damson Park for the next fixture. The Moors will be looking to make amends for last seasons 1-0 home defeat to The Glovers, who are managed by Billy Rowley.

23rd - We make our way to Holker Street, the home of Barrow. The Bluebirds, will be looking to bounce back after their relegation from League 2.

27th - A 146 mile road trip to Essex sees us arrive at Roots Hall, the home of Southend. The Shrimpers were last seasons Isuzu FA Trophy winners.

March -

6th - Scunthorpe at home last year wasn't as straightforward as the scoreline suggests after coming out 3-0 winners despite playing over 50 minutes with 10 men. Former striker Brad Stevenson put us 2-0 ahead, before also getting sent off in the first half. Tyler French sealed the game in the 71st minute as The Moors held on for a well deserved win.

9th - AFC Fylde welcome us to Mill Farm. Alex Whitmore will be looking forward to visiting his old stomping ground after spending 4 successful years at The Coasters, which included captaining the side to the National League North title in the 22/23 season, while also been named in the leagues team of the season.

13th - Gateshead visit us next at Damson Park and will be aiming to continue the kind of form that saw them go from deep in the relegation zone, to a very reasonable 18th place finish. Although one of the main catalysts for that run, former manager Rob Elliot, has now left to join Carlisle. Ex-Sunderland player Lee Cattermole is the man tasked with replacing him.

20th - Aldershot away is where our fixture list takes us to next, travelling 122 miles each way. If last seasons fixtures between the two are anything to go by, then expect plenty of goals. A thumping 5-1 win for The Moors at the Ebb Stadium on a day everything just clicked.

26th - Our first home opponent from the previous season, Forest Green Rovers travel to Solihull. Both results between the two sides ended in a draw. Losing out in the play offs, after a 7th placed league finish last season will be all the motivation Robbie Savage and his Forest Green Rovers squad need to mount a promotion push.

29th - Tamworth away wasn't as impressive as our home fixture. A 1-0 defeat sent expectant Moors fans home disappointed from the most local away day we will play, with the clubs just 19 miles apart. The Lamb Ground has a capacity of just over 4000.

April -

Apr 3: The Moors will be hoping Good Friday away at Kidderminster turns into a great one, as we visit Aggborough Stadium. Paul Wotton is the man leading Kidderminster into their National League campaign.

10th - Sutton come to Damson Park in our penultimate home game, with The Moors looking for more of the same after a comfortable 4-1 success in the previous fixture. Head Coach Chris Agutter will be hoping by this point they're higher up the table than last seasons 19th place finish.

17th - Eastleigh's Silverlake Stadium will host our final away fixture of the season, as we visit Matt Gary's side. By this point, we will of travelled just over 5500 miles throughout the season and visited 23 stadiums.

24th - We entertain Hornchurch at Damson Park as the curtain closes on the regular 26/27 league season

The promotion finals weekend will be held on the weekend of Saturday 8 May/Sunday 9 May 2027.

We would like to thank each and every one of you for your continued loyalty and support. The numbers you turn up in and the noise you create, home and away, week in, week out is exceptional.

Youuu Mooors!

Written by Scott Cattell

Match Report: Alvechurch vs Moors

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:16:09 GMT

Four days after the first pre-season game against Knowle FC, The Moors travelled to Alvechurch FC, with the kick-off being brought forward due to the extreme heat conditions.

The first half started lively with both teams looking sharp before Alvechurch opened the scoring through Wakefield.

Wakefield raced onto a ball over the top and on the right-hand side of the 18-yard box, he cut back inside, delayed his shot and slotted the ball under the oncoming Nathaniel Ford. 1-0 Alvechurch.

The first half continued in the same fashion, with both sides having chances and both keepers being heavily involved in the contest. But, late on, one of the Alvechurch defenders tried a back pass which never travelled and Joe Sbarra capitalised with a striker's instinct to slot past the keeper. Alvechurch 1-1 The Moors.

The second half was much of the same, with both sides being very dangerous on the counter attack. In injury time Moors nearly snatched the win but a goal line clearance kept the score line at 1-1.

Next up for The Moors is the Arthur George Cup game against Birmingham City on Wednesday, July 15th at 19:45 at Damson Park.

Tickets for Wednesday's match are still on sale & can be purchased here

Match report written by Bryan Connolly.

Match Preview: Alvechurch FC vs Solihull Moors (Pre-Season Friendly)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:42:31 GMT

The Moors are back on their travels this weekend, hopeful of putting more minutes into the legs of the squad as well as getting our first victory of pre-season when we make the trip to Alvechurch.

After tasting defeat in a closely-battled contest against Knowle in midweek, Chris Millington’s side will be hopeful of ending the weekend with a victory under their belts.

Despite fielding two strong squads, a challenging pitch, and a remarkable strike, Knowle pulled off a major coup with a victory on Tuesday, with Saturday’s game an ideal time to put things right.

Following an agreement between the two clubs before this weekend, the game will kick off at the rescheduled time of 12pm at the Lye Meadow Stadium.

Here is everything you need to know ahead of our clash against Alvechurch FC.

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An overview of Alvechurch FC:

Kyle Storer’s side currently competes in the Southern Football League, Premier Central division, which is the seventh tier of the English football pyramid.

They finished 14 ^th last season, winning 14 of their 42 league games – scoring 49 goals in the process.

Last season, the club went on a positive run in the FA Trophy, before being knocked out by National League side Yeovil Town on penalties in round four.

There are three recognisable faces for Solihull Moors supporters this weekend, both on the pitch and in the dugout.

Alvechurch play their home matches at Lye Meadow Stadium, where they’ve been located since 1957. Fun fact: the club paid just £1,000 to purchase the land for the stadium – crazy times.

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Head-to-head:

Going into Saturday’s encounter, the two sides are yet to meet in a competitive fixture.

Solihull slipped to a narrow defeat against Knowle in midweek, but dating back to last season, the club have won just one of their last five matches across all competitions.

Meanwhile, Alvechurch picked up a 4-1 victory against Bedworth United in their opening pre-season clash, with former Tamworth forward Miracle Okafor getting on the scoresheet.

Dating back to last season, Alvechurch have lost just one of their previous eight matches across all competitions, and have lost just once at home since March.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Saturday’s visit to Alvechurch are available to purchase online right now – though there is yet to be confirmation as to whether you can pay on the gate, so please avoid the risk and buy before you travel.

The prices are as follows;

Adults (18-64): £10.00

Senior Concessions (65+): £8.00

Junior Concessions (14-17): £5.00

Under 14s: £0.00

There are no booking fees to pay when purchasing your tickets.

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Getting to the Stadium:

Saturday’s fixture is a 12pm kick-off at the Lye Meadow Stadium, which is located on Redditch Road (B48 7RS).

The closest train station is Alvechurch Station, which is located 0.9 miles away from the stadium. It is a four-minute car journey, or just shy of a 20-minute walk.

Lye Meadow is just a short trip south of Alvechurch town centre, making the stadium easily accessible for supporters.

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In the dugout – Kyle Storer

Solihull Moors will be facing off against a true club icon in former midfielder Kyle Storer, who will lead his Alvechurch side into battle on Saturday.

The 39-year-old played a huge part in Solihull’s rise to the National League, spending five years with the club between 2018 and 2023, before moving on to Nuneaton.

Across all competitions, Storer registered over 200 appearances for the club, contributing to a handful of goals and writing his name into the history books for the Moors.

Storer has been with Alvechurch since the summer of 2025 both as a player and now as a manager.

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Familiar faces:

Due to the distance between the two clubs, it is no surprise that they have both exchanged players over the years and youngster Billy Corns is no exception.

The midfielder joined Alvechurch on a permanent deal from Solihull Moors in March, playing a key role in the remainder of the 2025/26 season and has recently signed an extended contract deal with the football club.

Similarly, there is another familiar face for Moors fans in the presence of fellow midfielder Nick Clayton-Phillips.

The 26-year-old underwent two separate loan spells with the club in 2020, first in the second half of the 2019/20 season and then again in September of the same year.

He’s now in his third stint at Alvechurch.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible in Alvechurch on Saturday, as we continue our pre-season preparations ahead of the 2026/27 National League campaign.

Solihull Moors Unveil 2026/27 Home Shirt

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:23 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce that the Club's new home shirt for the 2026/27 season will be unveiled tomorrow.

Designed to represent the pride, passion and identity of the Club, the new shirt will be worn throughout the upcoming National League campaign and marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter both on and off the pitch.

Mental health charity Living Well will once again feature on the front of our shirts, reflecting our longstanding partnership and our shared commitment to raising awareness of mental health across the Midlands.

Our new shirt also signals an expansion of our partnership with Konsileo. We're delighted to have the commercial insurance brokers displayed on the sleeve for the upcoming campaign.

Adorning the back of the shirt are newcomers to the Moors this season, but a name many fans will be familiar with, Indian gastro pub Soho Tavern. With one of their venues based in Hampton in Arden, it’s right on Damson Park’s doorstep. Fans will also be able to enjoy Soho Tavern’s famous Indian cuisine at this year’s Arthur Cup, where they will be serving as one of the event’s food vendors.

The new home shirt combines a modern design with the Club's traditional colours, providing supporters with a shirt that reflects both the heritage of Solihull Moors and the ambition that continues to drive the Club forward.

Supporters can purchase the new home shirt online tomorrow and in-store on Wednesday, July 15th, when the Moors face Birmingham City FC for the Arthur Cup.

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to thank LivingWell, Konsileo, Soho Tavern and Macron for their continued support ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

Solihull Moors Foundation Supports Sport4Life's Women's and Girls' Sport Festival

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:43 GMT

Solihull Moors Foundation was proud to support Sport4Life's Women's and Girls' Sport Festival on Saturday, 4th July.

The Foundation was represented by players, coaches and family members from our Under-17s and Under-18s Girls' teams, who delivered a range of fun, engaging football activities. The sessions gave everyone attending the opportunity to get involved, develop their skills and experience the welcoming environment we strive to create across our programmes.

Under-18s coach Callum shared his thoughts on the day.

"It was a pleasure to support Sport4Life at such a fantastic event. A huge thank you to Sport4Life for inviting us to be part of the day and giving us the opportunity to support an organisation that has always been a tremendous supporter of the work we do at Solihull Moors Foundation.

I'd also like to thank all of the parents and Coach Craig for their support throughout the day and for representing the Foundation so brilliantly. Finally, a special thank you to our players, who stepped outside of their comfort zones to deliver outstanding sessions and inspire everyone who took part."

We would like to thank Sport4Life for organising such a fantastic event and for their continued support. We look forward to working together again to create more opportunities for women and girls to enjoy sport in our community.

One Three Distribution Announced as Match Sponsor for the Arthur Cup

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:39:39 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce One Three Distribution as the official match sponsor for this year’s highly anticipated Arthur Cup fixture against Birmingham City.

Taking place on Wednesday, 15th July at 7:45 pm, this special pre-season clash honours the memory of young Blues fan Arthur, uniting both clubs in support of meaningful causes. Each year, the match raises vital funds for the NSPCC and the Solihull Moors Foundation, with a focus on preventative work with at-risk children across Birmingham and the wider community.

As match sponsor, One Three Distribution will play a key role in supporting this important fixture - helping us raise awareness and continue our work on and off the pitch.

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We thank One Three Distribution and Gary Holliday for their support and look forward to welcoming them to Damson Park.

Alvechurch v Moors - Moved to a 12pm KO

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:54:34 GMT

Kick off has been brought forward to 12:00

In agreement with bot h managers, Saturday's match at Lye Meadow vs Alvechurch has been brought forward to 12:00 KO, due to extreme heat conditions.

Harry O'Neill Appointed Solihull Moors Women's First Team Manager

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:00:27 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the appointment of Harry O'Neill as the Club's new Women's First Team Manager.

Harry joins the Moors with a wealth of coaching experience, having previously held roles with both Stourbridge FC and Kidderminster Harriers. During his time at both clubs, Harry was part of title-winning seasons at Tier 5 – the level at which Solihull Moors Women will compete this season – bringing valuable experience and a proven track record of success to the role.

The appointment marks another positive step in the continued development of Solihull Moors Women, with Harry set to lead the side into an exciting new chapter both on and off the pitch.

Speaking following his appointment, Harry said:

"I'm absolutely delighted to have signed for Moors for the upcoming season.

I was flattered after having a few teams come to me with discussions. But as soon as the Club and I began speaking, there was only one place I was going to go.

This will be my seventh season in women's football. I have been involved with successful teams starting from Tier 6 all the way through to Tier 3 of the women's pyramid, both in first-team and pathway development roles. Now, I can't wait to put my experiences and ideas into practice with my own new project.

Come on, you Moors!"

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to warmly welcome Harry to the Club and wish him every success in his new role.

Opposition Preview: Alvechurch

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:01:20 GMT

Solihull Moors’ preparations for the upcoming 2026/27 Enterprise National League season continue to take shape, with Chris Millington’s team travelling to Lye Meadow to face Alvechurch, who currently play their football in the very competitive Pitching In Southern Football League Central, where they finished in 14th place with a total of 50 points.

In their first game of pre-season, they took on Bedworth United away from home. They were able to emerge as comfortable 4 – 1 winners thanks to the goals of Nick Clayton-Phillips, Miracle Okafor and Ben Stephens, as well as a trialist.

Alvechurch started out as Alvechurch Juniors all the way back in 1913, playing their football on Crown Meadow whilst also using the Red Lion Inn as headquarters for the club. Once the 1920s had arrived, they were known as the Alvechurch Swifts, though they would soon have to dissolve by 1926 due to the general strike and the depression at that time, even after lifting the Redditch Cup and Redditch Shield a couple of years previously in 1924.

However, it did not take long for football to return to Alvechurch, with the Alvechurch Juniors team making their return in 1929 under the same name, though they too would have to be disbanded, this time as a result of the outbreak of World War Two in 1939.

It wasn’t until several years after the war had ended that the club reformed, with a new strong committee forming in 1948, led by Chairman Major Border, with Frank Bullock serving as secretary and groundsman, whilst George Louch was the treasurer and Harold Norton was club president.

Alvechurch Football Club was able to acquire its current home, Lye Meadow, in 1957, with fundraising enabling a £1,000 purchase of the land from Philip Palmer, who had now sold the field adjoining his house on Redditch Road.

Back in 1955, Alvechurch had been named in the ‘top ten in the Midlands’ by the Birmingham Sports Argus.

The years that followed the club’s move to Lye Meadow brought with it great success for the club. In 1960/61, they had finished as runners-up in the West Midlands Alliance League under the stewardship of then-manager Rhys Davies, and the following year saw them claim their first league title by winning the Worcestershire Football Combination League (Now Midland).

They would go on to win the title four times and be runners-up on a further five occasions, whilst also being able to lift the League Challenge Cup five times and reach the final a further two times during what was a tremendous period of success for the football club.

In the 1964/65 season, they made it all the way to the Quarter Finals of the FA Amateur Cup, being the first side from Worcestershire to do so, only losing 3 – 1 at home to Enfield to end their dream cup run that year.

Fast forward to the 1971/72 season, Alvechurch Football Club were able to reach the First Round Proper of the FA Cup, an outstanding achievement for a non-league club. It did follow a record breaking 6 match marathon against Oxford City which made its way into the famous Guinness Book of World Records. In the first round of the FA Cup, they would lose 4 – 2 to Aldershot.

1972/73 saw the club become the first amateur side to win the Birmingham Senior Cup in its history, before retaining it the following year.

The 1973/74 campaign stands out as the most successful in the club’s history to date. After they had successfully joined the West Midlands Regional League, they won the Premier Division Championship, the League Challenge Cup, the Birmingham Senior Amateur Cup, as well as the Worcestershire Senior Cup.

It was an incredible season for the club, and during this campaign they were also able to make it all the way to the Third Round Proper of the FA Cup, only losing 4 – 2 to Bradford City. They did defeat Exeter City at the Grecians’ St James’ Park home in the first round proper.

The 1974/75 season saw them complete the West Midlands League and Cup double, before then going on to win the hat trick of league championships whilst also lifting the Border Counties Floodlit League title in 1975/76. Upon entry into the Southern League in 1978/79, they finished as high as third place.

The start of the 1980s saw them win the Midland Division and the Championship of the Southern League after getting the better of Dartford over two legs. Alan Smith also represented the non-league England team before joining Leicester City.

Then, in the 1982/83 season, Alvechurch gained promotion to the Southern Premier League whilst also beating Waterlooville 7 – 2 on aggregate to win the Southern League Cup. They then got their highest finish in the Southern Premier League to date, ending up in 4th place by the time the 1985/86 season concluded.

There was then a rapid decline in the years that followed. Following the demise of Phillip Palmer and Alan Wiseman, the president at the time, the club were relegated to the Midland Division of the Southern League, though one event that did help the club at the time was Andy Comyn’s sale to Aston Villa for what was a club-record fee of £30,000. Unfortunately, at the end of the 1991/92 season, they were relegated again, this time to the WMRL Premier Division, and by November 1993, the club was forced to close its doors.

It did not take long for the club to make its return, doing so under the name of Alvechurch Villa a year later in 1994. By 1996, the club had reverted to being known as Alvechurch FC.

Fast forward to the 2002/03 campaign, which was to be their best for at least two decades. They won both the Midland Combination Premier League and the Challenge Cup, with them last doing this all the way back in the 1971/72 season. Promotion was gained to the Midland Football Alliance.

The 2003/04 and 2004/05 seasons saw the club win and retain the Worcestershire Senior Urn, and then in the 2006/07 campaign, they won the Worcester Infirmary Cup for the first time, retaining it the following season in 2007/08. 2009/10 saw them finish 7th in the Midland Football Alliance, their best finish since their return just over a decade earlier.

The years that followed saw the Midland Football Alliance and Midland Combinations League combine to form the Midland Football League, spending the years that followed in those divisions, before spending the most recent seasons in the Pitching In Southern Football League Central.

In the opposition dugout – Kyle Storer

Kyle Storer is the current Manager of Alvechurch FC, having been appointed by the Midlands club back in December 2025, having been in an interim role before that. He picked Mark Yates, the former Blackburn Rovers Goalkeeper, as his assistant manager. He managed to lead them to a 14th-place finish last term after being able to accumulate a total of 50 points from their 42 games in 2025/26.

Before his current career in management, Storer had a 22 year playing career. He represented the likes of Bedworth United (2003 - 2004), Tamworth (2004 - 2007), Hinckley United (2005 loan; 2007 - 2008), Atherstone Town (2008), Nuneaton Town/Borough (2008 – 2011; 2023 - 2024), Kidderminster Harriers (2011 - 2015), Wrexham (2015), Cheltenham Town (2015 - 2018), Solihull Moors (2018 - 2023), AFC Telford United (2024 - 2025), Kettering Town (2025), and finally Alvechurch themselves (2025).

Key Player – Callum Sullivan

To the delight of all associated with Alvechurch Football Club, it was announced back in April 2026 that Callum Sullivan had committed to the club for a third season in succession. Last term, he was one of the standout players, which saw him win two accolades – he was named not only as the Supporters’ Player of the Season but also as the Players’ Player of the Season.

The former Birmingham City player had been with the Blues’ youth academy before leaving to join Alvechurch on a free transfer back in June 2024 at the age of 19. Since then, the midfielder has become one of the club’s key players, and he will be hoping to lead his side to success over the course of the upcoming 2026/27 season.

Opposition preview written by Adam Holt

Get in Sync with Every Solihull fixture!

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:51:26 GMT

Subscribe to our ECAL calendar to stay up to date

Ahead of the 2026-27 Fixture Release Day this Friday, Solihull Moors and the National League have launched a new way to keep every fixture at your fingertips.

From today, supporters can sync the full fixture list for The Moors straight to their phone's calendar, and whenever a match date changes, it updates itself automatically.

No more missed kick-offs, no more checking back for rearrangements. Set it once, and your calendar keeps itself up to date for the whole season.

How it works

It takes about ten seconds:

Tap the button to open the Solihull ECAL.
Choose your calendar – Apple, Google or Outlook – and confirm the sync.
That's it. All of our fixtures will sync to your calendar, with reminders before kick-off.

Whenever a game is rearranged, your calendar updates on its own. You'll always have the right date, the right time, and a reminder when it matters.

Sync once, and you're set for the season. We'll see you there!

Match Report: Knowle vs Solihull Moors

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:35:11 GMT

The first pre season game against Knowle FC ended in defeat for The Moors, after the United Counties League (UCL) Premier Division South side scored late in the first half.

This evenings clash was the second pre season fixture for Knowle after they defeated Boldmere St Michaels 4-0 earlier this week.

Moors started the game sprightly and after 13 minutes Moors winger Junior Tiensia had a powerful top corner effort superbly saved by the Knowle goalkeeper, Matt Horton to keep the score at 0-0.

Five minutes before half time, Knowle FC took the lead with a superb right footed effort from Hayden Purves, which sailed into the left hand side of Nathaniel Ford's goal.

At halftime Chris Millington changed the whole Moors eleven to try and change the game and to also give some much needed game time to the rest of the squad.

Midway through the second half, Millington’s side kept applying the pressure and a very good effort from 20 yards out just whistled past the left hand side of Knowle's goal.

After the game I caught up with Moors manager, Chris Millington for his thoughts on the first pre season game:

Challenging, I think is probably a fair thing to say. There were lots of really positive performances. Lads who we've brought into the club to improve us in specific ways showed glimpses of what kind of quality we can expect from them.

No one wants to get beat, and it's rubbish losing a game, but I think under the circumstances, we've got to look at the individual performances and where players are at, fitness-wise.

Taking nothing away from Knowle, I think they approached it in a really good way, and credit to them for the performance and the win. But from our point of view, there's positives to take out of it, and we're particularly pleased with quite a lot of individual performances.

Next up for The Moors is a trip to Alvechurch FC on Saturday, July 11th kicking off at 15:00 before the Arthur George Cup game against Birmingham City on Wednesday, July 15th at 19:45 at Damson Park.

Match Report by Bryan Connolly

Rio Shipston Signs for Solihull Moors

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:11 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of Rio Shipston, who joins Chris Millington's squad ahead of the 2026/27 National League campaign, subject to league and FA approval.

The talented midfielder arrives at Damson Park after progressing through Sheffield Wednesday's academy, where he developed into one of the Club's brightest young prospects and gained valuable experience around the first-team environment.

Comfortable in possession and capable of dictating play from midfield, Shipston now joins the Moors, looking to continue his development as Chris Millington adds further quality to his squad ahead of the new season.

Speaking after completing the move, Chris Millington said:

"Rio is another player with exceptional potential. He has the technical ability to help teams control possession and he isn't afraid to take a risk in breaking lines. I am looking forward to working with him and seeing him develop in a Moors shirt"

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Rio to the Club and wishes him every success in Moors colours.

Solihull Moors Sign Goalkeeper Nathaniel Ford

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:00:13 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Nathaniel Ford, who joins Chris Millington's squad ahead of the 2026/27 National League campaign, subject to league & FA approval.

Ford arrives at Damson Park following his departure from FC Halifax Town this summer, having previously come through the academy at League One side Rotherham United.

The young goalkeeper progressed through the ranks at Rotherham from a young age before signing his first professional contract in 2023. During his time with the Millers, Ford was part of the Under-18 side that reached the Youth Alliance Cup Final and regularly trained alongside the Club's first team, earning praise for his performances both in training and youth fixtures.

Following a successful trial with Halifax Town last summer, Ford joined the Shaymen before becoming the latest addition to Chris Millington's squad as preparations continue for the new season.

Speaking on the move, Chris Millington said:

“ Having worked with Nat previously, I know what a talented young keeper he is. His impeccable attitude, commitment in training and potential to become a number one are just three of the reasons I wanted to bring him to Moors.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Nathaniel to the Club and wishes him every success in Moors colours.

Jevon Mills Returns to Moors

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:46 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to welcome Jevon Mills back to the Club ahead of the 2026/27 National League season, subject to league & FA approval.

Mills returns to Damson Park after previously enjoying a loan spell with the Moors during the second half of the 2022/23 campaign.

A product of Hull City's academy, Mills joined the Tigers at Under-13 level before progressing through the youth system and signing his first professional contract in October 2021. The defender made his senior debut for Hull City later that year in the Championship, before gaining valuable experience across the National League.

Following his departure from FC Halifax Town this summer, Mills now returns to Solihull as Chris Millington continues to strengthen his squad ahead of the new campaign.

Speaking after completing the move, Chris Millington said:

“Jevon has been on our radar since his first spell at Moors. At 22 years of age we believe he has all the tools to develop into a fantastic centre back. He has a lot of good attributes and he will flourish in the environment here at Moors.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Jevon back to the Club and wishes him every success in Moors colours.

2026/27 fixtures announced on Friday

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:11:01 GMT

The Enterprise National League fixtures will be released on Friday, July 10 for the 2026-27 campaign, with the opening round of fixtures taking place on Saturday, August 8 and the final day of the season being held on Saturday, April 24.

The other key dates for any National League supporter's diary is the promotions weekend that will be held at Wembley Stadium over Saturday, May 8 and Sunday, May 9.

Alternatively, if you cannot attend either the fixtures at Damson Park or any of the away fixtures, the streaming platform DAZN will be once again be exclusively showing the matches with the platform showing 400+ live games this season with each team being streamed at least 30 times throughout the season.

This is a subscription service with different pricing structures.

We will bring you the full season fixtures as soon as they are announced on Friday morning.

Written by Bryan Connolly

Arthur Cup Kick-Off Time to Change if England Reach Semi-Finals

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:00:41 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that, should England progress to the World Cup semi-finals, kick-off for this year's Arthur Cup against Birmingham City will be brought forward to 6:00pm.

The decision has been made to avoid a clash with England's potential 8:00pm kick-off, allowing supporters to enjoy both fixtures.

Following the Arthur Cup, supporters will be invited to remain at Damson Park to watch the England match live on our big screens, with our bars and facilities remaining open throughout the evening.

If England do not qualify for the semi-finals, the Arthur Cup will kick off as originally scheduled at 7:45pm.

Further updates will be communicated across the Club's official channels should the kick-off time change.

We look forward to welcoming supporters to Damson Park for another special Arthur Cup as we come together to honour Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and raise vital funds for the NSPCC and Solihull Moors Foundation.

Match Preview: Knowle FC vs Solihull Moors (Pre-Season)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:49:34 GMT

This Tuesday will mark 74 days since Chris Millington’s side put four goals past Yeovil Town to finish their 2025/26 campaign, and finally – the Moors are back.

Our pre-season schedule begins with a trip to Midland Football League, Division One champions Knowle, led by the management duo of Clive & Matt Seeley.

The Moors have been proactive in the summer transfer window thus far, securing five fresh faces – as well as the returning fan favourites Alex Whitmore and Joe Sbarra, shaping up Chris Millington’s side for the 2026/27 campaign.

Solihull’s pre-season preparations for another National League season contain seven matches, with Tuesday’s encounter kicking off our busy schedule.

The game will kick-off at 7:45pm the Robins Nest Stadium in Knowle.

Here is everything you need to know ahead of our clash against Knowle FC.

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An overview of Knowle FC:

It’s been quite the few years for Knowle’s first-team squad, achieving success as the champions of the Midland Football League Division One as well as securing a cup double with victories in the FA Midweek Floodlit Cup and the Coventry Telegraph Cup.

The football club itself were founded back in 1926, marking last season as its 100 ^th birthday.

Within the last three years, the club have won five cup competitions and have secured back-to-back promotions, now playing in step five of the English non-League pyramid after their triumph last season. This coming season will see them operate at step five, as well as competing in the FA Cup for the first time in their history.

Similarly, Knowle underwent a club-record win streak of 21 league matches last season, ensuring that despite the gap in tiers between the two sides – our opponents won’t be a straightforward contest.

The Robins have began their pre-season preparations by welcoming in three new additions as well as picking up a 4-0 victory against Boldmere St. Michaels in their opening friendly.

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Head-to-head:

This will be the first official meeting between the two sides in terms of a recognised first-team fixture, with Knowle also confirming that it will be their first time playing against a professional side.

As mentioned, Knowle are already off to a winning start in pre-season, winning by four goals – with strikes coming from Odane Barnes, Zak Parsons and a brace from Talib Copeland.

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Tickets:

Tickets for Tuesday’s visit to Knowle will be available to pay on the gate only, with kick-off between the two sides being at 7:45pm.

The prices are as follows;

Price on gate

Adults (18-64)

£10

Concessions (65+ & 12-17 with an adult)

£5

Under 12s

£0

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In the dugout – Clive & Matt Seeley

Whilst Knowle’s first-team squad completed the treble last season, it’s certainly worth recognising the incredible work that both Clive and Matt Seeley have put into their respective roles as joint managers.

Both have already committed their futures to the football club, ahead of their first-ever season in step five – where they will come up against some tougher opposition, including Coventry Sphinx and Rugby Town.

The duo led the club to back-to-back promotions, crediting their dressing room morale as a key factor not only behind their success but also as their motivation to use in order to ensure the club competes in their fresh surroundings next season.

An interview with their club’s website confirmed they like to take a game-by-game approach, maintain the same mentality within each of their individual matches – rather than focusing too far on the challenges that lie further down the line.

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One to watch – Dylon Bennett

A factor behind any successful side at any level of the game is having a strong spine to a team – and midfielder Dylon Bennett has been ever-present for Knowle during their remarkable rise over the last few years.

Bennett won the club’s Player’s Player of the Season award for the 2025/26 campaign, proving to be a key figure in the dressing room as well as on the pitch.

He has also made over 100 appearances for the Robins, providing key energy in the middle of the park.

Despite the difference in tiers between the two sides, Bennett's calming presence in the centre of midfield for Knowle could be a key factor behind them posing a challenge to Chris Millington’s side on Tuesday.

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We hope to see as many of you as possible in Knowle on Tuesday, as we begin our pre-season preparations properly ahead of the 2026/27 National League campaign.��

Match Preview written by Callum Moseley

Opposition Overview - Knowle FC

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:56:48 GMT

Preparations for the 2026/27 Enterprise National League season are finally getting underway, as Chris Millington’s side will be facing Knowle Football Club away from home. Solihull Moors will be coming up against a team on the rise, with Knowle coming into the new campaign off the back of sensational back-to-back promotions under managers Matt and Clive Seeley.

2026 is their centenary year, and it has been very memorable for them so far. The history of Knowle begins all the way back to its founding in 1926, originally going by the name of Knowle Men’s Institute.

They have been playing on the grounds of Hampton Road ever since the club first came into existence, and it is land that they share with the local cricket club. The plot was owned originally by John William Murray, and five years before Knowle’s founding, he passed the land onto the local trust to ensure the “maintenance and interest of any athletic or other similar sport for the use of and enjoyment of any of the residents of Knowle.” This arrangement is firmly in place to this day, and the two sports clubs still share the land.

Before the outbreak of World War Two in 1939, Knowle did enjoy plenty of early success, winning no fewer than two league titles as well as a number of trophies, which included the Dr Nelson Charity Cup, the Henry Butler Cup, and finally the West Bromwich Shield. Just after the war was over, they built their clubhouse in 1947. Many players offered sheets from their used Anderson Shelters to assist in its construction.

The club’s name was changed to Knowle Town at this point, but the club was then known as Knowle FC, as it is today, by the time the 1960s arrived. In the 1968/69 season, they narrowly failed in their bid for promotion from the Worcester Combination League Division Two after finishing as runners-up, though they would finally get over the line the following campaign, sealing their place in the Worcester Combination League Division One.

Fast forward to the 1981/82 season, which was also a successful campaign for the club. Knowle got as far as the fifth round proper of the FA Vase under the stewardship of then-manager Gordon Cooper, losing 2-1 late on in the game against Barton Rovers.

They did briefly change their club’s name to Knowle North Star, but by 1986, they were known as Knowle FC once again. The 1990s saw Dave Prust take over as Chairman of Knowle in what would turn out to be a great period for the Midlands club. During this period, they secured what is still the club’s highest ever league finish, which was 4th place in the Midlands Combination Premier League back in the 1995/96 campaign.

Just a season later, they enjoyed winning some more silverware, lifting the Les James Challenge Cup in the 1996/97 season after defeating Kings Heath in the final. Unfortunately for the club, they would suffer relegation despite what was an 11th place finish in 1997/98, which was a consequence of not having floodlights at their ground.

Tragedy struck Knowle Football Club back in 2003 with the death of Chairman Dave Prust at the age of 44, with Liam Coyle taking over. They did win the league title that season, but they were not allowed to be promoted after their ground still lacked floodlights.

By 2008, they had won the title for the second time in three seasons, whilst also winning the President’s Cup, and this time they were determined that they were not going to miss out on their place in the league above. They were successful in their efforts after agreeing to ground share with another local Midlands club, Studley, and in the 2008/09 campaign, they ended up with what was a very respectable 12th place finish under joint managers Dave Cox and Martin Bishop.

However, by the time 2010 arrived, the costs of ground sharing, running Hampton Road, as well as running their Reserves and Ladies teams, saw them take a voluntary relegation. More success did arrive a few years later after lifting the Presidents Cup again back in the 2013/14 season, and by this time, Tracy Lake was appointed as Chairperson of Knowle Football Club.

In 2015, there was a merger, with the Midland Combination League and the Midland Alliance League combining, with Knowle placed in Division Two, with Chris Knott then being appointed as manager.

There was bad news for Knowle in 2017 when Storm Doris tore apart their clubhouse, which included those original panels from the Anderson Shelters of World War Two. After Dave Ratcliffe took over from Tracy Lake, a modular building was installed as the new clubhouse by October 2018.

Clive Seeley, who is now part of their present first team managerial duo, took over in the 2018/19 season, supported by Nic Oakley and Gary Ingram. They were successful in their first campaign, which included a run all the way to the Les James Challenge Cup Final, before narrowly losing 2 – 1 to Redditch Borough.

Like clubs at all levels, Knowle Football Club were massively affected by the pandemic during the 2019/20 season, with the campaign being ended prematurely with Knowle sat as high as 2nd place in the league, having also reached the semi-final of both of their domestic cup competitions. The 2020/21 season was also curtailed by the pandemic.

By the start of their 2022/23 campaign, there had been further changes in the dugout, with Matt Seeley joining forces with Clive as joint managers of Knowle Football Club, and they have gone on to secure plenty of silverware that has also seen them gain back-to-back promotions in 2024/25 and 2025/26.

Last term, they did so by winning the Capelli Sport MFL Division One title with no less than 106 points to their name, scoring 115 goals and conceding just 27 times.

The upcoming 2026/27 season will see them compete in the United Counties League Premier Division South.

In the opposition dugout – Matt & Clive Seeley

Matt and Clive Seeley have been a successful managerial partnership ever since Matt joined Clive in the Knowle dugout just before the start of the 2022/23 campaign, with Clive having previously been in sole charge since 2018.

Their most recent campaign in charge of the Knowle First Team back in the 2025/26 season, where they secured their second successive promotion, which sees them play in the United Counties League Premier Division South this term. They won the Capelli Sport MFL Division title with 106 points, six ahead of Gornal Athletic, who finished as runner-up in second place.

The season before that in the Midland Football League Division Two, they got promoted via the playoffs after finishing in second place with 70 points in total, just three behind Champions Northfield Town.

Not only that, Knowle Football Club have won plenty of silverware under their stewardship, winning two Les James Cups, doing so in consecutive years back in 2023 and 2024, whilst also leading the club to a Saturday Vase win in 2023.

Key Player – Talib Copeland

Prolific forward Talib Copeland is undoubtedly a key player for Knowle ever since he joined the club back in July 2025, ahead of the start of last season, and they will be delighted that he is set to remain at the club next term, with confirmation of this arriving in May.

The 21-year-old was the club’s leading goal scorer last season, scoring no less than 31 goals in 42 starts, with only Sam Grouse (Heather St. John’s – 32 goals), Taylor Homer (Gornal Athletic – 34 goals), and Traevay Wright (Gornal Athletic – 42 goals) scoring more than him.

Copeland was also voted as the opposition’s player of the match no less than seven times last term. He will be hoping for another prolific campaign this term in what he hopes will be another successful season for himself and his club, Knowle FC.

Opposition Preview written by Adam Holt

We're Hiring: First Team Lead Physio/ Sports Therapist

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:37:32 GMT

Please send CV and Covering Letter to Richard.blackmore@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk before the closing date of 15th July 2026 .

Note: Interviews will commence as applications are received.

Responsibilities

· Manage the Medical day to day practice across the first team and PDP performance team.

· To Conduct Pre-Signing Player Medicals when required.

· Lead the process for all medical related matters, including any assessment or treatment to 1 ^st Team Players

· Attendance at all first team match days (Home and Away) providing the required on-field support.

· Develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs with backroom staff.

· Develop and implement injury prevention protocols, with regular review of such protocols with backroom staff.

· Ensure all relevant staff members are clearly communicated to on a regular basis with regards to all medical issues and injuries.

· Source and organize the club doctor provision at training and matches as required.

· End of day, week, season player reports

Solihull Moors Foundation at Asda Shirley

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:30:01 GMT

Representatives from the Solihull Moors Foundation, Hiten Pankhania and Scott Langford, spent yesterday at Asda Shirley engaging with local residents and promoting the Foundation’s programmes. Their presence provided an opportunity to share information about the wide range of initiatives delivered across the community and to connect directly with families, young people and shoppers.

The Foundation extends its thanks to Sally Parker, Asda’s Community Champion, for inviting the team in and supporting this outreach. Her continued partnership enables the Foundation to strengthen its visibility within the community and ensure its programmes remain accessible and responsive to local needs.

The Foundation looks forward to building on this relationship and creating further opportunities for positive community impact.

Moors Add Promising Young Talent to the Squad

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:00:28 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of Ben Wodskou ahead of the 2026/27 season, subject to league and FA approval.

The young forward joins the club from Birmingham City, having spent last season on loan at Brackley Town, after impressing during his development within the academy setup and senior environment.

Having already gained senior football experience in the National League, Wodskou arrives at Damson Park as another exciting addition to Chris Millington’s squad ahead of the new campaign.

At just 19, the Club believes the forward has strong potential and looks forward to supporting his continued development in a Moors shirt.

Speaking on the move, Chris added "Ben is an exciting young forward who has gained valuable experience at our level. He is a player we tried to recruit last season. He’s a positive addition to the Club due to the talent he brings with him and for his great potential going forward.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Ben to the Club.

Solihull Moors to Host Birmingham City in Annual Arthur Cup Fixture

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:00:12 GMT

Solihull Moors are pleased to confirm that Birmingham City will visit Damson Park on Wednesday, 15th July for this year's Arthur Cup, with kick-off scheduled for 7:45pm.

The annual fixture is played in memory of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes, a young Birmingham City supporter who tragically passed away in June 2020 at the age of six.

Since its inception, the Arthur Cup has brought together both clubs, supporters and the local community to honour Arthur's memory whilst raising vital funds for charitable causes.

Proceeds from this year's fixture will once again support the NSPCC and Solihull Moors Foundation, helping to fund important preventative work with vulnerable and at-risk children across Birmingham and the surrounding areas.

The fixture serves as a lasting tribute to Arthur and highlights the power of football to bring communities together in support of meaningful causes.

Tickets for the fixture are now on sale, priced at:

• Adults: £12.50
• Seniors: £8.00
• Under-18s: £6.00

Tickets can be purchased here

Supporters can also enjoy the match from our hospitality areas, with Jerroms Hospitality available for £50 + VAT per person, including a buffet.

Executive Boxes are also available, for prices and more information, please contact Sharon - Sharon.eales@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk .

Speaking on this year's fixture, Birmingham City Chief Executive Officer, Jeremy Dale said:

“We are proud to confirm the return of the Arthur Cup for its fourth year. It is a vital moment for both clubs to come together to remember a special little boy.

"As a Club, we remain committed to honouring Arthur’s memory. We know that it matters deeply to our fans and it matters to our players and staff. It is a core part of who we are.

“We look forward to joining Solihull Moors once again to celebrate Arthur’s life and support the incredible charitable work done in his name."

Solihull Moors Chairman, Darryl Eales, said:

"It is always a privilege to host this wonderful fixture.

It demonstrates the real power of football to bring communities together and we hope as many people will attend this game.

I’d like to thank BCFC, and in particular, Jeremy and Rich Carpenter, for their contribution in making this game a real celebration for Arthur and raising funds for the NSPCC and the Moors Foundation.

There will be live music, world cup football and pyrotechnics – please bring your friends and family and support a great occasion."

Tiensia Returns to the Moors

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:22 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of attacking wide player Junior Tiensia ahead of the 2026/27 National League season, subject to league and FA approval.

A familiar face to Moors supporters, Tiensia returns to Damson Park following a previous spell with the Club in 2023.

The exciting wide player joins from Wealdstone and adds further quality and depth to Chris Millington's squad ahead of the new campaign.

Known for his pace and attacking threat, Tiensia becomes the latest addition to the Moors as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season.

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, said: “Junior's versatility is clearly a benefit but the reason we have worked so hard to sign him at Moors is for the attacking threat he carries. Moors will give Junior the platform to display that attacking threat, utilising his pace and trickery he will add a great deal of creativity to our play."

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Junior back to the Club and wish him every success in blue and yellow.

The Return of Alex Whitmore

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:01:58 GMT

Whitmore Returns to the Moors

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the return of defender Alex Whitmore ahead of the 2026/27 National League season, subject to league and FA approval.

A firm fans' favourite during his previous spell at Damson Park, Whitmore rejoins the Club after departing earlier this summer for personal reasons.

Having made over 150 appearances in blue and yellow, Whitmore established himself as a key figure both on and off the pitch, playing a vital role in some of the Club's most memorable moments in recent years.

His return represents another significant boost to Chris Millington's squad as preparations continue ahead of the new National League campaign.

Speaking on his return to Solihull Moors, Whitmore said:

"I'm delighted to be back. For a bit of context, it was well documented that I left for personal reasons, but after a summer speaking with the people closest to me and having an incredible family and such a supportive wife, they helped me understand I needed to enjoy my football and this club is the best place for me to do that.

I had the most enjoyable time in my career here and I'm really happy that I get the chance to continue to do that.

Let's hope we can have a successful season together and I look forward to seeing everyone and the fans that were so supportive."

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, added:

"I couldn’t be happier than to be bringing Whits back to his spiritual home. He’s such a strong centre half for our level and having a player so committed to Moors at the heart of our defence is huge. Special thanks has to go out to the Chairman for helping make this happen, Whits is a very important signing for us."

Everyone at Solihull Moors is delighted to welcome Whits back to Damson Park and wishes him every success for the season ahead.

Moors Sign Midfielder Jamie Andrews

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:01:59 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Jamie Andrews ahead of the 2026/27 season, subject to league and FA approval.

Andrews began his career at West Bromwich Albion, where he progressed through the Club's academy before signing his first professional contract in July 2021.

The midfielder gained valuable senior experience during loan spells with Leamington FC and Yeovil Town, starting every game during his time with the Glovers. Following both loans, Andrews was recalled by West Brom and made his first-team debut in January 2023, starting in the Baggies' 4-0 FA Cup victory over Chesterfield.

He joined Woking on a permanent deal in the summer of 2024 and went on to make 53 appearances, including 38 starts, for the Cardinals last season.

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, said:

"Jamie is a player who adds quality and energy to the midfield area; he's shown that he can perform consistently at National League level and, at 23, we believe there's still plenty more to come from him. We're delighted to have him on board."

Speaking on the move, Andrews said:

"I’m delighted to be here. As soon as I spoke to the Gaffer and heard the direction he wants to go in, I was very keen on getting it done. This move is important to me because it’s my hometown club and where all my family have been brought up. I can’t wait to show everyone what I can bring to the team and have a successful season."

Andrews becomes the fourth addition to Millington's squad this summer and everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Jamie to the Club and wish him every success.

🗣️ | Conor Wilkinson

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:56:04 GMT

I am pleased that I have been cleared of all charges. From the very beginning, I maintained my innocence and had confidence that the truth would ultimately prevail. While this has been a difficult and challenging process, I am grateful that the matter has now been resolved and that my innocence has been confirmed.

An accusation of this nature is not something that should ever be taken lightly, and I genuinely cannot believe it reached this stage. It was an allegation that had the potential to ruin my career and everything I have worked so hard to build. All of that could have been taken away based on something that simply was not true.

I want to say a huge thank you to my teammates and everyone at Boston United for supporting me throughout this process and for helping ensure that the truth came to light.

I hope everyone involved reflects on the seriousness of situations like this and the impact they can have on those accused. False allegations can have far-reaching consequences, affecting not only careers and reputations but also families and loved ones. I believe it is important that lessons are learned from this so that no one else has to go through a similar experience.

For nearly three months, I had to sit back and watch people make comments and assumptions about me that were completely untrue. My wife also received messages that were not only false but deeply upsetting to read. That was one of the hardest parts of this entire ordeal.

I am relieved that I can now move forward, put this behind me, and focus on what matters most.

A special thank you to Darryl, the Chairman, who has been unbelievable from the very beginning and never once doubted the type of person I am. I would also like to thank Phillip Bonner at Centrefield, all of the management staff, and everyone associated with Solihull Moors Football Club. They stood by me throughout this accusation and helped me get through an incredibly difficult period.

Finally, thank you to everyone who supported me and my family during this time. Your messages, encouragement, and belief in me meant more than you will ever know.

I can't wait for the new season to begin and, hopefully, give everyone something to cheer about.

See you all soon.

Wilko

A Statement from the Chairman

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:00:28 GMT

First of all, the Club would like to thank the FA for the speed of its investigation and the openness and transparency with which the process was conducted. The Club also agrees with the statement published by the FA, in so far as it goes.

Indeed, we wholeheartedly support a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of racism and the need for the football community to continue its journey to eradicate this scourge from our game.

However, false claims of racism do not positively serve this objective in any way and hence due care should always be taken when responding to any allegation in such a sensitive situation.

We accept that the FA is also in a difficult position in having to opine regarding on-pitch incidents, which happen in a split second and are not directly football related. Therefore, we are delighted that the correct and just verdict has been delivered and Conor Wilkinson’s innocence has been confirmed.

However, the Club does have unanswered questions as to both how the events unfolded on the day and whether the current FA protocols are completely fit for purpose.

Those involved in the incident on the day, including many players from both Solihull Moors and Boston United, believe that the incident could and should have been handled very differently and this would have avoided the disruption to the game and the widespread negative publicity, especially on social media, which followed.

Specifically, because of the manner in which the match officials chose to handle the incident, including taking the players off the pitch, Conor Wilkinson has been subjected to abuse on social media and had his reputation sullied.

The reality is that Conor was adjudged as guilty of making a racist comment towards the referee. The alleged comment was communicated to the referee by the assistant referee who was some 30 yards away from the incident.

The referee then acted as if it was beyond doubt that a racist remark had been made despite at least 5 players on both sides being much closer to the incident and those players absolutely confirming that no racist comment was made by Conor.

I do question why the referee chose to believe the assistant referee, who was further away than the relevant players who told the referee that no such racist remark was made?

The referee effectively acted as judge and jury, on a non-football related offence, in a fashion that goes against the presumption of innocence and the equitable principles of English Law.

The Club believes that in similar circumstances in the future a more pragmatic and balanced approach should be taken. The referee, given the balance of evidence and the material potential for the assistant referee to have made a mistake, albeit honestly, should have noted the assistant referee’s comment and referenced the need for a further investigation after the game.

In this way, balanced justice would have been served and the unnecessary glare of publicity would have been avoided.

An alleged racist comment should always be investigated but the punishment cannot be handed down until due process has been followed, especially when it is circumstantial and indirectly heard from a considerable distance away from the incident.

In our view, the FA should consider whether their protocols need to incorporate the adoption of such an approach advocated above, especially when it is far, far from certain that the any racist comment was made and it was not directly heard by the intended recipient but was communicated by a 3rd party.

Notwithstanding the FA’s findings and subsequent statement, the consequences of the incident are, unfortunately, still extant.

Conor Wilkinson has suffered reputational damage and online abuse.

Accordingly, we have asked the FA to contact the assistant referee and ask for an apology for his error. We are not doubting his integrity; it was a simple mistake but one which had significant consequences.

In this day and age, a simple apology would go a long way.

Conor is also under a two game suspension which will mean he will potentially miss our first game of the season.

We have asked the FA to rescind the suspension and expunge the sending off from Conor’s record.

Finally, the Club has had to incur legal bills on Conor’s behalf which again would have been avoided had the referee chosen to adopt a more balanced and equitable approach.

We are relieved that Conor’s innocence has been confirmed and we are delighted that he can now fully focus on preseason and the forthcoming birth of his first child.

A look back at the Moors Golf Day 2026 at The Belfry

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:41:30 GMT

Solihull Moors Football Club were delighted to welcome partners, sponsors and members of the local business community to The Belfry on Thursday 11th June for the Club's inaugural Golf Day.

Despite challenging weather conditions throughout the day, spirits remained high as a packed field of golfers took to the course for a fantastic day of competition, networking and relationship building at one of the UK's most prestigious golfing venues.

The club would like to place on record its sincere thanks to all attendees who supported the event. Given the conditions, the commitment shown by everyone involved was greatly appreciated and contributed significantly to the success of the day.

A special thank you must also go to our event sponsors, whose support helped make the day possible:

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Following a full day on the course, guests returned to the hospitality suite to enjoy a relaxed BBQ-style gala dinner, networking opportunities and the presentation of prizes and awards from across the day.

Speaking after the event, Head of Revenue Harrison Taylor said:

"Firstly, I would like to thank everyone who joined us at The Belfry. The weather certainly tested us throughout the day, but the support shown by our partners, sponsors and guests was incredible and made the event a huge success.

Here at Moors are we committed to adding as much value to our partners as possible, and what better place to do that than the golf course?

I would also like to thank our sponsors, Myles Group Cars, ISL Workwear and Konsileo, whose support was instrumental in making the event possible.

We are more than just a football club. We are very proud of our community impact and we always like to champion local business. Events like today help us do just that. "

The Golf Day forms part of the club's ongoing commitment to strengthening relationships with its commercial partners and the wider business community as Solihull Moors continues its journey both on and off the pitch.

Everyone at Solihull Moors Football Club would once again like to thank all players, guests, sponsors and The Belfry team for their support and contribution towards a fantastic day and we look forward to welcoming you all for future events!

Joe is Back!

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:00:44 GMT

Everyone at Solihull Moors is delighted to welcome Joe Sbarra back to the Club on a permanent basis ahead of the 2026/27 National League season, subject to league and FA approval.

A familiar face to Moors supporters, Sbarra returns to Damson Park having enjoyed another hugely successful spell with the Club last season, finishing as the Moors’ top goalscorer and once again becoming a firm fans’ favourite.

Joe’s connection with Solihull Moors stretches back to his first loan spell in 2019 and, since then, he has gone on to make 188 appearances in blue and yellow, scoring 41 goals and producing countless memorable moments along the way.

A superb footballer on the pitch and a gentleman off it, Sbarra has played a key role in some of the most successful periods in the Club’s history. Having suffered two agonising play-off final defeats during his time with the Moors, supporters will be hoping it proves third time lucky as he commits his future to the Club.

For many supporters, Moors has become Joe’s spiritual home, making his permanent return a major boost for Chris Millington’s squad ahead of the new campaign.

Speaking on his return to Solihull Moors, Sbarra said:

“ I’m absolutely over the moon to be rejoining the Moors! When I came back last year, it was like I’d never been away!

I’m looking forward to making more memories and this time achieving the goal that was when I joined the club the very first time all those years ago, which is playing a part in getting this Club into the football league.

I can’t wait for the new season to start and pick up where I left off last season!"

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, added:

“ This Club is developing an exciting record of iconic players building a rich history with the club. The announcement of Joe committing his future to the club is another example of the pull this club can have for fantastic local players.

Me and the rest of the staff are really excited to have Joe in the ranks. He is a fantastic addition to the squad, he brings goals and excitement on the pitch and he has a great presence around the club off the pitch.

With Joe comes a great deal of optimism for the upcoming season.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Joe back to the Club and wish him every success in blue and yellow once again.

Lions Gibraltar: Update

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:02 GMT

Moors Chair, Darryl Eales, has resigned from his Chair role at Lions of Gibraltar but will remain as shareholder.

Darryl commented,

“ My primary focus is on my ownership of Moors and my other business interests alongside this.

I haven’t taken the decision lightly but if I do something I want to be able give it 100% and this is unfortunately not practical given my other priorities and commitments.

Positively, it will allow Lions to bring in a more time rich, active Chair who can also spend more time physically in Gibraltar.

I will remain a shareholder and a positive advocate and fan of Lions and wish them every success in the com ing season.”

Iain McCallister Appointed Chairman of Solihull Moors Foundation

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:05:15 GMT

Solihull Moors Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Iain McCallister, CEO of MAN Commercial Protection Ltd, as its new Chairman.

A highly respected business leader and longstanding supporter of the Foundation, Iain brings a wealth of experience, leadership and a strong commitment to community impact. His appointment marks an exciting step forward as the Foundation continues to grow its reach and deliver meaningful programmes across Solihull.

Under Iain’s leadership, Solihull-based MAN Commercial Protection has grown into one of the UK’s leading security providers, while maintaining a strong focus on supporting local communities and delivering positive social impact.

The company has been a valued supporter of Solihull Moors Foundation, sharing its belief in the importance of businesses giving back and playing an active role in community life.

Darryl Eales, Chairman of Solihull Moors Football Club, said:

“I’m absolutely delighted that Iain has agreed to become Chair of the Solihull Moors Foundation.

The appointment is a hugely important step as we continue to expand the reach of the Foundation within the local community and further support our ambition for Solihull Moors to be a beacon for how a community football club operates.

Iain is a high-profile and highly respected businessman. He has built MAN Commercial Protection into a superb business based on principles of integrity, hard work and first-class service execution.

We have become good friends over the past 18 months and share a common view of the importance of businesses being responsible citizens and playing their full part in supporting their local communities.

It is a great coup for the Foundation and we all wish Iain, alongsi de Joe Butler, our recently appointed Head of Foundation, every success as they continue the wonderful work being delivered across Solihull.”

Joe Butler, Head of Solihull Moors Foundation, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Iain as Chairman of Solihull Moors Foundation.

Iain brings a wealth of business experience, strong leadership and, most importantly, a genuine passion for supporting communities. The support that he and the wider MAN team have shown the Foundation has been invaluable, and their values align closely with our own.

As we continue to expand our programmes and reach more people across Solihull, Iain’s appointment is a significant step forward. I am looking forward to working closely with him as we build on the fantastic work already being delivered and continue to make a meaningful difference across our community.”

Iain McCallister commented:

"Having worked closely with Solihull Moors over the past year, I’ve seen first-hand the incredible work the Foundation delivers across our community. The Club and Foundation share many of the values that are important to us at MAN Commercial Protection, particularly around supporting young people.

This appointment is a positive and exciting evolution of our partnership, and I am honoured to take on the role of Chairman. I look forward to working alongside Darryl Eales, Joe Butler, staff, volunteers and partners to help grown the Foundation’s impact, which will enable us to support even more people and projects across Solihull and the surrounding areas.”

Moors Golf Day 2026 at The Belfry

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:42:20 GMT

Everyone at Solihull Moors Football Club are looking forward to welcoming partners, sponsors and the local business community to The Belfry on Thursday 11th June for the Club's annual Golf Day.

The event will bring together businesses from across the region for a day of networking, relationship building and golf at one of the UK's most prestigious venues, before concluding with an evening dinner and awards presentations.

The club would like to extend its thanks to all event sponsors for their support in making the day possible; Myles Group Cars , ISL Workwear and Konsileo , whose continued support is greatly appreciated.

Myles Group Cars

Myles Group Cars is a specialist vehicle sourcing business, helping customers across the UK find and finance quality new and used vehicles through a tailored, customer-focused service.

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ISL Workwear

ISL Workwear supplies workwear, PPE and branded clothing to businesses across the UK, delivering high-quality solutions for organisations of all sizes.

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Konsileo

Konsileo is an award-winning commercial insurance broker, providing expert insurance and risk management solutions to businesses across the UK.

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Speaking ahead of the event, Harrison Taylor, Head of Revenue at Solihull Moors FC, said:

"We are delighted to be at The Belfry for the Moors Golf Day and we look forward to welcoming those who have signed up.

The event is about much more than golf. It is an opportunity to bring together our valued partners, supporters, sponsors and local business community for a day of competition, networking and hospitality in the incredible surroundings of The Belfry.

The relationships built through events such as this are a vital part of the continued growth and success of Solihull Moors, both on and off the pitch.

Thank you once again for your support. We wish you the very best of luck on the course and look forward to sharing a fantastic day with you."

Everyone at Solihull Moors FC looks forward to welcoming guests to The Belfry and sharing what promises to be a fantastic event.

Moors secure the signing of Justin Hanks

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:08 GMT

Solihull Moors are pleased to confirm the signing of Justin Hanks ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, subject to league and FA approval.

The highly-rated defender arrives at Damson Park after progressing through the ranks at Nottingham Forest, where he gained valuable experience in Premier League 2 and was in the squad for several Europa League games with the first team.

Still only 21, Hanks is regarded as an exciting young talent and becomes the latest addition to Chris Millington’s squad this summer.

Speaking on the signing, Millington said: "I’m delighted to have secured the services of Justin, he’s a versatile defender who we have been tracking for a number of months. Justin is an important signing in this new era.”

Justin added, "I’m really pleased to join Solihull Moors. It’s a great club with real ambition, and as soon as I heard about the opportunity, it felt like the right move for me. I’m looking forward to getting started, meeting the fans and giving everything to help the team have a successful season"

Welcome to the Moors, Justin��

Moors Secure the Signing of Matty Carson

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:01:48 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to confirm the signing of defender Matty Carson ahead of the 2026/27 season, subject to league and FA approval.

The 23-year-old defender joins the Moors following his spell with Boston United, where he made 33 appearances during the 2025/26 campaign, starting 28 matches as the Pilgrims secured their National League status.

Carson began his career in the Liverpool academy before joining Burnley's youth set-up in 2019. The defender later moved to Reading, where he spent two seasons and made his first-team debut in a 4-0 victory over Millwall in August 2023, going on to make 10 senior appearances for the Royals.

Following his departure from Reading, Carson joined Grimsby Town, making 13 appearances for the Mariners, while also gaining valuable experience during loan spells with Radcliffe and Alfreton Town.

Carson becomes the first addition to Chris Millington's squad as preparations continue for the new season.

Speaking on the signing, Chris added, "We have been aware of Matty since his time at Burnley and we've monitored his progress and performances. We feel he's at the perfect stage of his career to come and help us push forward with Moors. Defensively sound, he will also bring an added attacking dimension to our wide areas and we expect him to contribute to the quality of our set pieces. I am delighted to welcome Matty to the Moors family."

On joining, Matty added: "I'm really excited to get started and get out in front of the fans!"

Everybody at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Matty to the Club and wish him every success.

Laurie Walker to Depart Solihull Moors

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:25:49 GMT

Following several weeks of discussions between the Club and Laurie Walker regarding the 2026/27 season, we have unfortunately been unable to reach an agreement that works for both parties.

Having started every National League fixture during the 2025/26 campaign, Laurie departs Damson Park having been an outstanding servant to the Club and a key figure both on and off the pitch throughout his time with the Moors.

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Laurie for his professionalism, commitment and contribution during his time at the Club. We wish him every success in the next chapter of his career.

Laurie will always be welcome back at Damson Park and he leaves with the gratitude and best wishes of everyone associated with Solihull Moors.

Thank you, Loz ��

Joe Butler Appointed Head of Foundation

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:00:04 GMT

Solihull Moors Foundation is pleased to confirm the appointment of Joe Butler as Head of Foundation.

Having been part of the Foundation for a number of years, Joe has played a key role in supporting the organisation’s growth, operational development, and delivery across the community. In his new role, Joe will assume overall responsibility for the leadership, management and strategic direction of the Foundation and its activities.

Working closely with staff, partners, stakeholders, and the wider community, Joe will oversee the continued delivery and development of the Foundation’s programmes and objectives, ensuring the organisation continues to strengthen its impact, sustainability, and engagement across the communities it serves.

Speaking on his appointment, Joe said:

“I’m proud to take on the role of Head of Foundation and continue building on the strong work already taking place across the organisation. I look forward to leading the Foundation through its next phase of development and working alongside our staff, participants, partners, and wider community to ensure we continue delivering meaningful opportunities and positive impact.”

The Foundation remains committed to delivering accessible, impactful, and inclusive opportunities across sport, education, health, wellbeing, employability and community engagement.

Vacancies: Groundsperson

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:15:29 GMT

JOB TITLE: Groundsperson

REPORTING TO: First Team Manager and Operations Director

FULL / PART TIME: Full-time plus all home match days

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and maintain the sports playing surfaces and facilities to the highest possible standards across both

sites (Stadium and Training Ground)

• Assist on all operational aspects of the grounds department, including preparation, maintenance, marking and

renovations.

• Undertake all grounds management duties, including but not limited to cutting, mowing, line marking,

aerating, divotting, fertilising, sand application, strimming and brushing of artificial grass.

• Utilising and maintaining all relevant tools and machinery associated with the grounds department.

• Ensuring all pitches and areas are clean from litter, safe and ready to use as and when required.

• Accurately record technical data relating to pitch performance and product applications.

• Complete and maintain all administrative duties relevant to the role as required.

• Ensure health and safety in the workplace by ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act on

all instructions relating to the use, control, storage of materials/equipment and information/data collection

necessary for the performance of tasks.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 29th May 2026

REMUNERATION: Dependent upon experience

HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV & a covering letter to richard.blackmore@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk

Vacancies: Kit, Equipment, Operations Person (Temporary Cover)

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:11:17 GMT

Job Title: Kit, Equipment, Operations Person (Temporary Cover)

Reporting To: 1st Team Manager & Operations Director

Full/Part Time: Full-time plus Match Days

Responsibilities:

• Prepare all match kit and equipment for all training sessions, home and away games.

• Ensure all kit is prepared professionally (Clean and correctly printed).

• Organise and prepare the transportation of all kit & equipment to and from matches.

• Regularly report lost or damaged kit/equipment.

• Ensure all match equipment is ready and fully functional (Subs board, training equipment etc).

• Maintain levels of stock and ensure equipment volume is checked regularly.

• Produce orders for kit, equipment and relevant items as and when required.

• Transport all equipment to and from matches using the kit van.

• Ensure all training equipment is cleaned and readily available for the next training session.

• Maintain levels of cleanliness at all times in storage rooms and the kit van.

• To assist in day-to-day football operational tasks when required to do so.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 15th June 2026

REMUNERATION: Dependent upon experience

HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV & a covering letter to richard.blackmore@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk

Pre-Season 2026/27

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:07 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm our Pre-Season Friendlies:

Knowle v Solihull Moors

Hampton Road, Knowle

Tuesday 7 ^th July 2026

Kick-Off 7:45 pm

Alvechurch v Solihull Moors

Lye Meadow, Alvechurch

Saturday 11 ^h July 2026

Kick-Off 3:00 pm

Hednesford Town v Solihull Moors

Keys Park Stadium, Hednesford

Saturday 18 ^th July 2026

Kick-Off 3:00 pm

Hereford v Solihull Moors

The MandM Edgar Street Stadium, Hereford

Saturday 25 ^th July 2026

Kick-Off 2:00 pm

Solihull Moors v Burton Albion

Damson Park

Tuesday 28th July 2026

Kick-Off 7:00 pm

Solihull Moors v Northampton Town

Damson Park

Saturday 1st August 2026

Kick-Off 1:00 pm

Ticket prices for all of the above fixtures will be announced in due course.

Solihull Moors to host Golf Day at The Belfry

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:11:59 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce that the club will be hosting a Golf Day at The Belfry on Thursday, 11th June.

The event promises to be a fantastic day both on and off the course, bringing together supporters, sponsors, partners and friends of the club for an enjoyable day of golf in a great setting.

Whether you are looking to entertain clients, enjoy a day out with colleagues or simply spend time with fellow Moors supporters, the Golf Day will provide the perfect opportunity to do so.

Prices:

4Ball - £500+VAT

Package Includes:

18 Holes of golf on The Derby Golf Course
Use of locker and changing facilities
Tea, coffee and bacon roll on arrival
Managed longest drive and nearest the pin on course competition
3-course BBQ dinner alongside presentations
Goodie Bag

We look forward to welcoming everyone to The Belfry for what promises to be a brilliant day.

To book, please email Harrison - harrison.taylor@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk

Solihull Moors Foundation U16’s Premiership Ability Counts Team Crowned League Champions

Wed, 06 May 2026 12:52:22 GMT

Solihull Moors Foundation are delighted to celebrate a fantastic achievement for our U16’s Premiership Ability Counts team, who have officially been crowned league champions following an outstanding season of commitment, teamwork, and determination.

After months of hard work both in training and on matchdays, the team finished the campaign in style by proudly lifting the league trophy, a well-deserved reward for the incredible effort shown by every player throughout the season.

The squad have represented the Foundation brilliantly from start to finish, consistently demonstrating resilience, sportsmanship, and togetherness. Their success on the pitch reflects not only their ability and determination as a team, but also the positive and inclusive environment that surrounds the Ability Counts programme.

Coaches, staff, volunteers, families, and supporters have all played an important role in helping the players grow in confidence and enjoy their football, and this title-winning season is a testament to the strength of that support network.

The Ability Counts programme at Solihull Moors Foundation provides inclusive football opportunities for children and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Through regular training sessions and competitive fixtures, participants are given the opportunity to develop football skills, build confidence, form friendships, and experience a strong sense of belonging through the power of sport.

This league title represents far more than results on the pitch. It highlights the positive impact inclusive sport can have within the community and showcases the dedication of everyone involved in creating opportunities for young people to thrive both on and off the field.

Everyone is incredibly proud of what the players have achieved this season, and the team should take great pride in this memorable accomplishment.

If you would like to find out more about the Ability Counts programme or are interested in getting involved, please contact Scott.Langford@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk .

Moors Tribute Fest...What a Day

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:57:32 GMT

Solihull Moors were proud to host Moors Tribute Fest at Damson Park on Sunday, as supporters and the local community came together for a fantastic day of live music and entertainment.

With a brilliant atmosphere throughout, the event proved a real success, showcasing the stadium as a vibrant venue beyond matchdays.

A huge thank you to Iconic Events for their work in delivering such a memorable occasion and to everyone who joined us across the day.

Take a look through some of our favourite moments from the event below.

Moors Fest...This Weekend

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:23:59 GMT

It’s almost here! �� Here are your final details for the Moors Tribute Fest taking place this weekend:

�� Date: Sunday 3rd May

�� Location: Damson Park, B92 9EJ

�� Gates Open: 9:00 AM

⏰ Last Entry: 7:00 PM

�� Parking Information

There is no parking available at the ground.

We’ve partnered with the NCP Freeport Multi-Storey Car Park, where you can park for 10 hours for £12 using the discount code MOORS26 at the paypoint within the car park.

�� Postcode: B26 3RF

Shuttle buses will be running from the NCP car park to the ground and back again throughout the day.

Please ensure you use the Freeport Multi-Storey NCP only. Do not park in residential areas or block driveways.

�� Drop-Off & Pick-Up

Drop-off and pick-up points are available outside the ground.

Please note: waiting or staying is not permitted.

��️ Entry & Tickets

Last entry is 7:00 PM

Tickets will be available on the gate if you haven’t purchased yet

�� Food & Drink

No food or drink is allowed to be brought into the site.

�� Seating

Camping chairs are allowed in designated areas only (not permitted in VIP areas).

�� Line-Up & Timings

12 Midday - DJ/Host
12:30 - Taylor Swift
13:30 - Sam Fender
14:40 - Amy Winehouse
16:10 - Ed Sheeran
17:20 - The Killers
18:50 - PINK
20:00 - Arctic Monkeys
21:30 - Queen

We can’t wait to welcome you all to the Moors Tribute Fest for an amazing day of live music and great atmosphere!

See you there ��

Moors Business Club - 2026/27

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:45:31 GMT

Moors Business Club - 2026/27

Solihull Moors FC is proud to introduce the Moors Business Club, a new platform designed to bring together local businesses, create meaningful connections, and drive real commercial opportunities across the region.

Built around the heart of Damson Park, the Business Club will offer a series of engaging events, unique experiences, and valuable exposure opportunities for companies of all sizes.

The Moors Business Club has been built around 4 key pillars:

Grow Your Business: Connect with businesses and decision makers across the region
Champion Solihull: Align with a business committed to raising the profile of the local area
Elevate Your Brand: Access impactful advertising and premium hospitality experiences
Join The Journey: Play your part in supporting the club on its path to the EFL

From networking events to exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences, the Business Club is designed to go beyond traditional sponsorship and deliver genuine value.

A Calendar of Events

Members will gain access to a range of events across the season, including:

Season Opener - MAN Commercial Protection - September 2026
Christmas Quiz – Damson Park - December 2026
Year of the Moorcat – Chung Ying - February 2027
Behind Closed Moors – Damson Park - April 2027

Each event is designed to create a space for enjoyable networking and business development, ensuring members and delegates leave with both connections and an enjoyable experience.

Membership Opportunities

We are currently offering a limited number of spaces to become a Founding Member of The Moors Business Club.

This initial group of businesses will play a key role in shaping the future of the network while benefiting from a range of exclusive opportunities.

Membership – £500 + VAT

Includes:

Access to all Business Club events
Matchday hospitality experiences
Brand exposure across club channels
Inclusion in the Business Club directory online
Opportunities to connect with fellow members and partners

Founding Members will also benefit from priority access and enhanced visibility as the Business Club continues to grow.

For more information on how to become a member of the Moors Business Club, download our brochure HERE .

Alternatively, get in touch! Harrison.taylor@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk or 07866347210.

Retained & Released List - 25/26

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:40:19 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm the retained and released list following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Under Contract - Jamey Osborne, Conor Wilkinson, Jacob Wakeling, Oscar Rutherford, Cameron Green, Callum McFarlane, Ben Worman, Scott High, Kian Ryley, Tyler French, Charlie Watts & Finn Howell.

Out of Contract - Bradley Stevenson, Emmanuel Sonupe, Alex Whitmore, Olly Tipton, Kyle Moseley & Aaron Flahavan.

Loans Returned - Tobi Sho-Silva, Will O’Sullivan, Joe Sbarra, Dan Cox, Isaac Moore, Darius Lipsiuc, Lewis Baines.

Offered New Contract - Laurie Walker.

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, said:

“I’d like to go on record to thank all the players for their contribution this season, much of which goes unseen by the fans but is not unnoticed by the staff.

The lads out of contract this season have all contributed and have been a pleasure to work with. Special mention for the service of Alex Whitmore, and his outstanding achievement of playing every minute of every game. Laurie Walker has started every game this season and been an excellent servant; discussions continue to see if we can retain his services going forward.

We’ve been fortunate to see some great loanees at Damson Park this season; they have all committed to the cause and will be welcomed back at any time.

And finally, we look forward to building a strong squad to complement the players we have registered for next season. ”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to thank those players leaving the Club for their efforts and wish them every success in the future.

Match Report: Yeovil 1-4 Moors

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:38 GMT

Moors shine in last game of the season following fast four-goal start.

The Moors could not have asked for a better start as Jacob Wakeling reopened his account, finding far too much space on the edge of the Yeovil box before blasting past the keeper with his left foot.

Scott High doubled the lead just 12 minutes in, doing brilliantly to power through the Yeovil defence before firing hard and high, leaving the goalkeeper with little chance.

Wakeling grabbed his second and the Moors’ third after 15 minutes, dancing past half challenges from Yeovil before cutting inside from the right and driving low into the bottom corner.

There were no major chances for the next 15 minutes until Yeovil carved out their first real opportunity, which Works calmly converted around Laurie Walker.

The Moors almost responded instantly, working the ball superbly down the right before a floated cross was met by Wakeling, who could only head narrowly wide.

A deserved fourth arrived on 34 minutes as a gorgeous through ball into Joe Sbarra was met with an equally sweet first-time finish into the side netting.

The second half began with far less venom, with the Moors content to manage the game and see out a comfortable three-goal advantage.

Yeovil created the better chances after the break, forcing Will O’Sullivan into a number of excellent saves on his debut to keep his clean sheet intact. The pick of the bunch came in the 67th minute, when he somehow denied Works’ powerful low effort.

The Moors had the final big chance of the game in the 79th minute, but Callum McFarlane was denied from close range by a strong save low down from Jed Ward.

Match report by Maddie P

Club Statement

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:05:32 GMT

We have deliberately taken our time to consider and reflect on the events on Saturday and the dismissal of Conor Wilkinson.

The club is aware of the serious allegation that has been made against Conor, who denies making a racist remark during the fixture with Boston United.

The club is actively assisting the FA with its ongoing investigation into the incident, as well as supporting Conor during what is a difficult time for him both professionally and personally.

Moors is a committed community club and, in the interim we wish to reiterate that the club, (including all of its players, staff and officials) has always been, and remains, totally opposed to all forms of racism.

We will await the response of the relevant governing bodies before making any further comment.

Statistical Preview: Yeovil Town vs Solihull Moors

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:36:23 GMT

Solihull will be aiming to end their three-game winless streak when they face Yeovil Town in this upcoming National League fixture.

Solihull currently sit 15th in the National League whilst Yeovil sit two points below them in 16th place and have only won one of their last five games.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Yeovil’s recent clash with York to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

The 3-0 scoreline suggested a comfortable victory for York, and the game statistics support this.

York dominated possession with a 66% share of the ball, and they were very productive with it by having 23 shots in the game and creating an xG (expected goals) of 2.33. In comparison, Yeovil only had 2 shots in the game and created an xG of 0.19.

York were very intense with their pressure off the ball, with 42 opponent half recoveries and a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 7.9. Whereas Yeovil were a lot more passive with only 8 recoveries in the opponents' half and a PPDA of 33.7.

One area that Yeovil dominated was in the games duels. They won 58% of their total duels, whilst York only won 41% of their total duels.

Final Thoughts

Both teams have been struggling to find the back of the net across their last five fixtures and will be looking to change this in their final league game of this season. Solihull managed to score 4 in a recent fixture against Boreham Wood, but they were unable to score in the rest of the five games, whilst Yeovil have only managed to score three in the same time period.

Yeovil have been the most passive side in the National League this year when it comes to pressing. They have an average PPDA of 15.6, which is the highest in the league and well above the league average of 11.8. In comparison, Solihull have been slightly more intense with their press and are closer to the league average with a PPDA of 12.7.

Yeovil have lined up in a 5-4-1 formation in the last two fixtures, but they may look to change to a back four against Solihull after not scoring in these last two games.

You can find more football statistics, along with Football Betting Tips and the Best Bookmaker Offers , at Andy’s Bet Club. You must be 18 or older to use the website, and make sure you gamble responsibly.

Kian Ryley Recalled from Bromsgrove Sporting

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:01:27 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that Kian Ryley has been recalled from his loan spell at Bromsgrove Sporting.

The young midfielder returns to Damson Park after gaining valuable first-team experience during his time with Bromsgrove Sporting.

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to thank Bromsgrove Sporting for their support during Kian’s loan spell and welcome him back to the Club.

End of Season Awards 2025/26

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:04:24 GMT

With yesterday's match vs Boston being the last home match of the season, we then hosted our End of Season Awards sponsored by Konsileo.

The award winners were as follows:

Goal of the Season sponsored by Konsileo:

Scott High (sponsored by Jean Townsend) for his goal vs Carlisle

Community Contribution, presented by the Foundation:

Chris Millington & Andy Cooper

Unsung Hero, presented by the Darryl Eales:

Bradley Rice

Club Person of the Year, presented by the Darryl Eales:

Malcolm Cowell

Young Player of the Year, presented by the Chris Millington:

Darius Lipsiuc (sponsored by Bren & Louise Clarke)

Academy Player of the Year, presented by the Myles Cooper:

Diego Brown

Golden Boot presented by the Dave Boddy:

Conor Wilkinson (sponsored by OneThree Distribution & Simon Gray) & Joe Sbarra (sponsored by Simon McNamee)

Fans' Player of the Season, presented by the Simon Gray:

Laurie Walker (sponsored by Brandon Lodge & STB Builders)

Players' Player of the Season, presented by the Jamey Osborne:

Scott High (sponsored by Jean Townsend)

Match Report: Moors vs Boston

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:47:09 GMT

Moors undone after red card as Boston capitalise in the second half following temporary suspension.

Both sides appeared evenly matched in the opening half, though Boston carved out the better opportunities, going closest when they struck the side netting after 23 minutes. The Moors struggled to turn promising moments into clear chances, with Jamey Osborne’s mazy runs ultimately leading to little end product.

The half was frequently disrupted by fouls and time-wasting from the visitors, preventing either side from building sustained momentum. With just minutes remaining before the break, Joe Sbarra came closest to breaking the deadlock after Osborne was played in down the left, but he was unable to get on the end of the delivery.

A triple change at half-time saw Conor Wilkinson, Jacob Wakeling and Daniel Cox introduced in place of Ben Worman, Emmanuel Sonupe and Callum McFarlane. The substitutions had an immediate impact, injecting energy into the Moors’ attacking play, with Wakeling going close ten minutes after the restart, forcing the Boston goalkeeper into a low, stretched save from distance.

However, the game took a dramatic turn when Wilkinson was shown a straight red card following an exchange with the referee, leading to a 15-minute suspension as the situation was dealt with in the tunnel.

Boston capitalised shortly after the restart, taking the lead when Lewis Baines inadvertently turned a cross into his own net while attempting to prevent Hazel from converting. The visitors doubled their advantage soon after, with Hazel doing well to hold up the ball inside the box before swivelling and firing into the top corner.

Boston thought they had added a third in the 86th minute when Maguire found the net, but the effort was ruled out for offside after the celebrations. It only delayed the inevitable, as Maguire struck again minutes later to seal the result and put the game beyond doubt.

Alex Whitmore to depart Solihull Moors at the End of the Season

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:30:03 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that defender Alex Whitmore will leave the Club at the end of the season.

Tomorrow’s fixture at Damson Park will mark Whitmore’s final home game for the Club, bringing to an end a spell in which he has become a hugely important figure both on and off the pitch.

An ever-present throughout this season, Whitmore has played a key role in the heart of the Moors' defence and has been a consistent presence in the side. His leadership, commitment and professionalism have made him a popular figure amongst teammates, staff and supporters alike.

Off the pitch, Whitmore’s character and personality have been just as important as his performances and his presence around the Club will be a huge loss when he departs at the end of the campaign.

Speaking on his departure, Whitmore said: "Leaving is not a decision I have taken lightly. This football club has become a real home for me and my family and I have nothing but positive memories from my time here. The people associated with this place, the fans, the staff and the players are what has made my time so enjoyable. I’d go as far as to say that this football Club is the most at home I've felt during my career. I would like to say a special thank you to the Chairman, who has looked after me at every opportunity and also to the gaffer, for the very same reason. Two gentlemen of the highest order and Solihull fans should be proud that they have them at this football Club. I will be watching on as a huge fan in the future and I wish nothing but the very best for the Club and everyone attached to it."

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, said: "Whits has been impeccable in his approach since Coops and I joined the Club. We identified early on his importance to the team and the culture of the Club and moved to try and secure his signature with a new deal. It was an incredibly difficult decision for Whits as his personal circumstances dictate he could not sign. He has a great affinity for everyone at the Club and we all have the same affection for him and the place won’t be the same without him. He will be sorely missed but we send him with our very best wishes and he is welcome back at Damson Park any time."

Chairman, Darryl Eales, added: "Whits has been a colossal figure at the Club over the past 3 seasons.

He is an exemplary professional, both on and off the pitch and a true leader of men.

It’s been a pleasure to get to know him and Kelly and we wish them every success in the future, both in football and in life."

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to place on record their thanks to Alex for everything he has given to the Club and wish him all the very best for the future.

Supporters will have the opportunity to show their appreciation to Whits during tomorrow’s final home game at Damson Park.

Statistical Preview: Solihull Moors vs Boston United

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:39:25 GMT

It took until the fourth minute of stoppage time for Wealdstone to find an equaliser, but it was the least they deserved when you look at the game's statistics.

Wealdstone had 13 shots in the game, with 4 of those being on target, and they created an xG (expected goals) of 1.68. In comparison, Boston had just six shots with three on target, and they posted 1.35 xG.

Wealdstone also dominated the ball with 69% possession. This dominance was largely down to the styles and passing accuracy of both sides. Wealdstone had a passing accuracy of 84% and a long pass percentage of 10%, whereas Boston had a passing accuracy of 71% and were a lot more direct with a long pass percentage of 25%.

The pressing stats show that Wealdstone were a lot more intense with their pressure off the ball. The home side had a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 9.3, whilst the visitors were more passive at 12.0.

Final Thoughts

Solihull will likely dominate the ball in this upcoming game, with them having a higher average ball possession of 48.3% compared to Boston’s 43.6%.

Solihull can expect Boston to be fairly direct in possession, as the visitors have the 3rd-most long passes in the league this season, averaging 53.8 long passes per game.

Two players that Solihull will need to keep an eye on are Lenell John-Lewis and Matty Carson. John-Lewis is Boston’s top scorer this season, with the striker scoring 11 times, whilst Carson has been effective from left back, assisting on six occasions.

Solihull are unbeaten in their last three games and will be looking to extend this run in their next National League game against Boston United.

Solihull currently sit 13th in the National League whilst Boston sit one place below them on the same number of points and are also unbeaten in their last three games.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Boston’s recent clash with Wealdstone to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

Wealdstone vs Boston United

Attic Brew at Damson Park this Weekend!

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:45:27 GMT

Join us in welcoming Attic Brew Co to Damson Park this weekend for the final home game of our season vs Boston United!

Born in an Attic. Built on Brum. Attic is an award-winning independent brewery. Born in South Birmingham and built on hard graft, creativity and community. What started in an attic in Kings Heath has grown into the largest independent brewery in the West Midlands."

Attic is about creating shared experiences that people return to, ask for, and feel proud to call their own.

Attic's Intuition Hazy Pale Ale will be available to purchase from the Main Bar from 1PM.

Key Match Info: Boston United

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:15:50 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets

Season tickets are valid for this fixture

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 12:00 pm

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 1:00 pm

The turnstiles will be open from 1:00pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 1:00 pm.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 12.30 pm.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar and the Trevor Stevens Suite.

There will be food available at:

Burger Van

The Cart

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 12.00 pm

The match programme is downloadable here .

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Match Sponsor: Enterprise to Sponsor Moors' Match vs Boston United

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:44:04 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to welcome Enterprise as our official Match Sponsors for Saturday’s Enterprise National League fixture against Boston United at Damson Park.

As the Club’s final home game of the season, the fixture promises to be a special occasion as we thank supporters for their backing throughout the campaign and look ahead to what should be an exciting afternoon of football.

Enterprise is a leading provider of mobility solutions, offering a wide range of services including car rental, fleet management, flexible vehicle hire, carsharing, vanpooling, truck rental, luxury rental, retail car sales and vehicle subscription services.

Operating in more than 90 countries and territories, Enterprise manages a diverse fleet of 2.3 million vehicles through an integrated network of nearly 9,500 fully staffed neighbourhood and airport rental locations. The business is privately held by the Taylor family of St. Louis and includes the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo brands, alongside Enterprise Fleet Management.

Through their innovative and customer-focused approach, Enterprise Mobility continue to make travel easier and more convenient for millions of people around the world.

Solihull Moors would like to thank Enterprise for their support and look forward to welcoming them to Damson Park for Saturday’s final home fixture of the season.

�� Find out more about Enterprise and their services here: https://www.enterprise.co.uk/en/home.html

�� Join us at Damson Park this Saturday as The Moors take on Boston United in our final home game of the season. Secure your tickets here and get behind the lads!

Match Report: Woking 0-0 Moors

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:03:35 GMT

Mid table clash ends goalless with neither team creating the spark to take all three points.

Woking started on the front foot, forcing Laurie Walker into action on multiple occasions. He was first called upon to deny a headed effort from Drewe, before producing a spectacular close-range save to keep out Andrews after 24 minutes. Chances were at a premium for the Moors in the opening stages, and that pattern continued until the break, with both sides struggling to create clear opportunities. The only real moment of note saw Beautyman have an effort blocked from inside the box.

The Moors came out with intent after the restart and struck the post early in the second half, as Ben Worman’s whipped corner caused chaos in the Woking box and led to another set-piece. Despite the lively start, the game soon lost its rhythm, with frequent stoppages disrupting any momentum either side tried to build.

Deep into stoppage time, the Moors nearly snatched all three points. Conor Wilkinson latched onto a Scott High corner in the 96th minute, but the Woking goalkeeper produced a last-ditch save on the line to deny a dramatic winner.

Match report written by Maddie P

Ticket Price Info 2025/26

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:36:28 GMT

Ticket Prices* for all 2025/26 Home Matches:

£20 Adult

£16 65+

£12 16 -24

£8 U16

Free Under 12 with a paying adult

*All prices are subject to £1 booking fee per ticket

Midlands Season Ticket Discount:

We have an offer whereby Midland Season Ticket Holders - at Blues, Villa, WBA, Coventry City, Walsall and Wolves - have discounted entry to all Moors Home games.

Pricing is £13*

*This offer is only available when purchasing tickets at the ticket office on matchday and with proof of a season ticket.

Restrictions

- No Children aged 14 and under are allowed into the stadium without an adult.
- If you require more than two U12 tickets, please contact ticketing@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk

Match Report: Southend 0-0 Moors

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:47:03 GMT

Walker brilliance keeps Southend waiting for playoffs confirmation despite continued pressure.

Both teams produced a composed display but were repeatedly denied by an inspired goalkeeping battle at both ends. Darius Lipsiuc and Callum McFarlane came closest for the visitors, while Laurie Walker delivered a standout performance with a string of crucial saves. Southend pushed late on, but Walker’s heroics ensured the Moors remained firmly in the contest.

The Moors started brightly and took early control of possession, going close twice from corners, with both efforts drifting just wide of the home side’s goal.

Laurie Walker was called into action in the 12th minute and produced an excellent save after Taylor flicked the ball through to Scott-Morris, whose curling left-footed effort forced our number one into a smart stop.

Darius Lipsiuc came close to breaking the deadlock after 26 minutes when he latched onto Gubbin’s clearance, but Andeng Ndi was equal to his effort.

Callum McFarlane burst out of the blocks after the restart, driving forward and forcing another fine save from Ndi in the Southend goal. Lipsiuc was soon involved again in front of the hosts’ net, but the Southend goalkeeper continued to stand firm.

Walker was needed once more on the hour mark as substitute Appiah-Forson broke through, with the Moors stopper making another important intervention.

The pick of his saves came in the 83rd minute, when Walker produced an acrobatic stop, flying across his goal to tip a high curling effort around the post.

Match Preview: Southend vs Moors

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:32:16 GMT

Solihull will be looking to build on their latest 4-1 victory when they travel to Southend.

Solihull currently sit 13th in the National League and have picked up seven points in their last five. Southend sit 7th, looking to secure a play-off spot and are on a good run of form, winning their last three games.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Southend’s recent clash with Sutton to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

Southend ran out comfortable winners in this fixture, winning the game 3-0, and it was no surprise when you look at the shots statistics. Southend had 20 shots and seven on target, whereas Sutton only had eight shots and one on target. Southend also created a higher xG (expected goals) of 1.92 compared to Sutton’s 1.14.

Despite the dominant scoreline, the possession stats show that both sides had their fair share of the ball. However, Southend were a lot more productive when they had it.

Sutton progressed possession into the opposition half on 38 occasions, and six of those progressed into the penalty area. In comparison, Southend progressed 62 possessions into the opposition half and 22 into the penalty area.

The sides had very different intensities when out of possession. Southend had a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 11.0 and had an average formation line of 55.1. Sutton were a lot more passive with a PPDA of 23.2 and an average formation line of 38.4. A far more passive approach when Southend had the ball, and ultimately an unsuccessful one.

Final Thoughts

Southend have been on a great goalscoring run, finding the back of the net eight times in their last three games. Andy Dallas and Gus Scott-Morriss have been very influential for Southend this season, with Dallas providing a combined 17 goals and assists, while Scott-Morriss has plundered 16 goals and assists.

Southend have scored plenty of goals this year (70), but they are underperforming when you compare it to their xG. They have created an xG of 86.22 this season, which is the 2nd-best in the league.

The hosts have lined up in a 5-3-2 for the vast majority of the season.

2026/27 Season Tickets: Your Season Ticket Matters

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:43:53 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce season tickets for the 2026/27 Enterprise National League campaign.

Tickets will go on sale at 11:00 on Thursday, 9 ^th April.

The new range of season tickets includes an amazing 3 Year Price Freeze Offer - which holds the season ticket prices for home league fixtures for the next three years at only £253 and, in addition, offers a FREE season ticket for the Moors’ first campaign in the EFL should we be fortunate enough to be promoted in any of those 3 seasons.

3 Year Price Freeze Offer

How the offer works:

This offer applies to all adult supporters and concessions 65 and over (not just existing season ticket holders).

£25 once-off, non-refundable, subscription fee (including booking fee) - payable before 1 ^st July 2026, but if paid before 16 ^th April 2026, you will receive a free adult ticket for our home game on 18 ^th April against Boston United.

Please note: if you pay the £25 before 16 ^th April 2026, you do not need to pay the £253/£196 below until on or before 1 ^st July.

£253 (excluding booking fee) for a full adult season ticket per season for 2026/27, 2027/28, 2028/29 - payable on or before 1 ^st July in each relevant year.

£196 (excluding booking fee) for a concession 65 and over season ticket per season for 2026/27, 2027/28, 2028/29 - payable on or before 1 ^st July in each relevant year.

Guaranteed FREE season ticket in the first season should we be promoted to the EFL in any of the above three seasons.

The full adult season tickets receive the same additional benefits outlined below.

Chairman Darryl Eales said:

“We have an amazing fan base and general support locally, but we are looking at innovative ways to encourage more fans to come to games more frequently and, especially, to buy season tickets.

I loved the offer by Doug King at Coventry City FC, which offered a free season ticket if the Sky Blues were promoted to the Premier League and have tried to replicate something similar with the Moors 3 Year Price Freeze Offer.

Season ticket holders are the bedrock of any club and their commitment helps planning and enables the playing budget to be increased.

Please encourage friends and family to take up the offer and enjoy the next stage of the Moors’ journey.”

Early Bird Offer for 2026/27 Season Tickets:

Available until Wednesday, 3 ^rd June 23:59

General Release Prices for 2026/27 Season Tickets:

On sale from Thursday, 4 ^th June 11:00

As per last year, we are delighted to offer a range of benefits that come with a full adult season ticket:

• A free coffee and bacon bap at Eric Lyons, Knowle (on Tuesdays before 10am only)

• Enrolment as a full Supporters Association (SMSA) member

• Access to a FREE matchday mascot package

• And other benefits which have not yet been announced!

Existing season ticket holders' seats will be retained until Wednesday, 1 ^st July and then released on general sale on Thursday, 2 ^nd July.

All prices are subject to a 4.5% TicketCo administration fee and are for the 23 home league games in the Enterprise National League season.

For any family season tickets for the DOWTK stand, please contact via email ticketing@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk .

Car Park

Car park season tickets will go on sale on Thursday, 9 ^th April at 11:00 and will mirror the pricing of last season - £150.00 per space in car park B.

This price is subject to a 4.5% TicketCo administration fee.

Anyone who requires accessible parking, please contact ticketing@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk .

Key Dates:

Thursday 9 ^th April 11:00: Price Freeze and Early Bird offer for season tickets go on sale

Thursday 9 ^th April 11:00: Car Park season tickets go on sale

Saturday 18 ^th April: Final home match of the season

Wednesday 3 ^rd June 23:59: Early Bird offer closes

Thursday 4 ^th June 11:00: General Release season tickets go on sale

Wednesday 1 ^st July 23:59: Price Freeze Offer closes

Thursday 2 ^nd July 11:00: Current season ticket holders’ seats are released for general sale

Match Info: Woking v Solihull Moors

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:55:07 GMT

Woking FC V Solihull Moors

Laithwaite Community Stadium, Tuesday 14th April 2026 – KO: 7.45 pm

Admission Prices:

£22 Adult, £17 Concession, £13 Youth (17-22), £9 Under 17, £5 Under 14 - Online

£24 Adult, £19 Concession, £15 Youth (17-22), £11 Under 17, £7 Under 14 – On the Gate

Address

Woking FC, Laithwaite Community Stadium, Kingfield Road, Woking, GU22 9AA

Parking

Visiting Fans - Any visiting fans are asked to park away from the stadium car park.

Woking Park and 3G Car Park at

Woking Leisure Centre (GU22 9BA) is 24-hour with lots of spaces. This is a pay-and-display car park, or you can use

Ringo (Code: 7002).

Match Report: Moors 4-1 Boreham Wood

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:23:43 GMT

Moors reborn on Easter Monday as Lipsiuc shines in statement win over Boreham Wood.

Solihull Moors delivered a dominant display to sweep aside Boreham Wood, with Darius Lipsiuc the standout performer as he grabbed a brace and ran the show throughout. Ben Worman pulled the strings in the first half with two assists, while Callum McFarlane impressed on his return to the starting line-up with excellent hold-up play.

A moment of applause was observed by both teams in the 18th minute to pay respects to late fan Paul Pike.

Both sides were evenly matched for the opening 25 minutes, with a moment of quality needed to break the deadlock. It almost arrived in the 23rd minute when Callum McFarlane did superbly to hold up the ball before laying it off to Joe Sbarra on the left, whose cross found Ben Worman, but his effort was well saved low down by Ted Curd.

The breakthrough came shortly after from a corner following some intricate play. Ben Worman’s delicate delivery found Lewis Baines, who powered a header home for his first goal in Moors colours.

James Clarke nearly marked his return to his former club with a goal, linking up well with Rush to burst down the right, but his effort drifted just wide of the far post.

The Moors doubled their lead on 37 minutes, with McFarlane once again heavily involved as he recycled a free kick before feeding Worman, whose pinpoint cross was met by Darius Lipsiuc, the forward heading home to make it two.

It was almost three before the break as Lipsiuc’s relentless pressing won the ball high up the pitch. He fed Worman, who cleverly flicked it through to Sbarra, but the midfielder was flagged narrowly offside.

Boreham Wood threatened just before half-time when Abdulmalik danced into the box, forcing an excellent save from Laurie Walker to ensure the Moors took a two-goal lead into the interval.

Solihull started the second half with real intent and extended their lead within three minutes. McFarlane had space just beyond halfway and threaded a perfect ball through to Lipsiuc, who showed great composure to slot home his second of the afternoon.

The Moors thought they had a fourth soon after when Lipsiuc glided past his man and squared for McFarlane, but the move was ruled out with the ball adjudged to have just gone out of play.

Joe Sbarra got the goal his performance deserved in the 54th minute, capitalising on a mistake from Ilesanmi, twisting away from pressure on the edge of the box and firing into the corner to make it 4-0.

Substitute Josh Landers pulled one back for the visitors in the 81st minute following a scramble in the box, with Abdulmalik again at the heart of the move.

The visitors almost added a second in stoppage time as Abdulmalik caused further problems, crossing for Sousa whose header forced another low stop from Walker, but it proved only a consolation as the Moors comfortably saw out an impressive victory.

Match Ball Sponsor: SMSA & Marie Curie West Midlands

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:44:53 GMT

Solihull Moors are pleased to welcome Solihull Moors Supporters Association and Marie Curie West Midlands as our official Match Ball Sponsors for Monday's Enterprise National League Fixture at Damson Park

As they did last season, the Solihull Moors Supporters Association have donated the Match Ball Sponsorship for one of our home games to a charity chosen by Solihull Moors Fans via a poll on Social Media. This season's chosen charity is Marie Curie Hospice West Midlands.

Marie Curie is a charity organisation whose nurses provide free care to people with terminal illnesses in their own homes or in one of their nine hospices across the UK.

You can find out more about their services here: Marie Curie | The UK’s leading end of life charity | Marie Curie

Match Report: Tamworth v Moors

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:39:06 GMT

Moors fall short as Tamworth capitalise on defensive errors.

Solihull Moors were unable to build on recent momentum as Tamworth claimed victory, punishing key mistakes in a game short on quality but decided by fine margins. Despite a bright moment from Ben Worman early on, the Moors struggled to create clear chances and were made to pay in the second half.

The Moors’ best opportunity of the first half came in the 13th minute when Ben Worman found space on the edge of the box and curled an effort towards the top right-hand corner. It looked destined for the net, but an outstanding defensive header from Rye diverted the ball onto the crossbar.

Tamworth largely had the upper hand in the opening period, although neither goalkeeper was truly tested. The game lacked quality in the final third for both sides, with frequent fouls disrupting any rhythm and preventing either team from building sustained attacks.

The hosts came close to taking the lead nine minutes into the second half following a Solihull corner. Singh gathered the ball and quickly bowled it out to Lynch, who released Acquaye through on goal, but Laurie Walker reacted well to rush out and meet the striker at his feet.

However, from the resulting goal kick, Solihull’s defence faltered. A slip just eight yards out allowed Mols to pounce and deliver a cross to Dan Creaney, who guided his header across goal, off the post and into the net.

Despite making several attacking changes, the Moors struggled to pose any real threat, with the final ball consistently failing to find a yellow shirt. Tamworth managed the game effectively in the closing stages and nearly added a second in stoppage time when another defensive error allowed Creaney through, but Walker was equal to his effort on that occasion.

Tamworth v Moors: Travel Updates

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:58:05 GMT

�� Ahead of our game tomorrow, Tamworth have advised that Glascote Road is currently closed which is causing traffic disruption around the stadium.

Please allow extra time when travelling to the fixture and we look forward to seeing the Moors Family tomorrow!

Statistical Preview: Tamworth vs Solihull Moors

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:34:32 GMT

Solihull are coming into this game off the back of a victory, but are facing a Tamworth side who have won their last two fixtures.

Solihull currently sit 13th in the National League on 48 points, whilst Tamworth sit 11th on 54 points.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Tamworth’s recent clash with Brackley to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

Despite it being a low-scoring game, there was plenty of chances created from both sides. Brackley had 13 shots in the game and created an xG (expected goals) of 1.73, whilst Tamworth had 11 shots and generated an xG of 1.32.

Both sides had their fair share of possession in the game, and they both had very similar passing stats, too. Brackley had a passing accuracy of 67% and a long pass percentage of 24%. Tamworth had a passing accuracy of 23% and long passing was at 64%.

The sides also posted similar numbers when it came to their pressing. Brackley had a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 8.1 and an average formation line of 48.2 metres, and Tamworth had a PPDA of 7.9 and an average formation line of 48.4 metres.

However, when it came to the duels in the game, Brackley were the dominant side. They won 52% of their total duels compared to the 38% won by Tamworth.

Final Thoughts

Despite scoring 54 goals so far this season, Tamworth have been overperforming in front of goal when you look at the quality of chances they have created. They have posted a total xG of 44.6 this season, which is the lowest in the National League.

Yeovil have averaged a ball possession of 46.7% this season so they will expect to dominate the ball against a Tamworth side who have the lowest possession stats in the league with a ball possession of 37.7%.

Tamworth have lined up in a 4-2-3-1 for most of this season and did so in their latest victory over Brackley. However, they have occasionally switched it up this season and lined up in a 4-4-2 formation.

Key Match Info: Moors vs Boreham Wood

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:42:15 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets

Season tickets are valid for this fixture

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 12:00 pm

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 1:00 pm

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar and the Trevor Stevens Suite.

There will be food available at:

Burger Van

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 12.00 pm

The match programme is downloadable here .

18th Minute Applause

In memory of Moors and Birmingham City supporter Paul Pike, the Club will be encouraging fans to participate in an applause during the 18th minute of the match. This will also be on the scoreboard.

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Match Report: Moors 1-0 Altrincham

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:18:51 GMT

Sbarra strike secures Moors’ first home win since Boxing Day.

S olihull Moors returned to winning ways with a controlled 1-0 victory over Altrincham, ending their winless run in front of home support. A composed first-half finish from Joe Sbarra proved the difference in a game where the Moors showed both attacking intent early on and resilience late on. The result marked a much-needed three points and a clean sheet to match.

The Moors made a fast start, dominating possession and creating early openings as they looked to put recent struggles behind them. That intent paid off in the 11th minute when Isaac Moore did superbly to absorb the press before laying the ball into the path of Joe Sbarra, who calmly side-footed his effort into the far right-hand corner to open the scoring.

Altrincham responded strongly and enjoyed a spell of pressure midway through the first half, forcing Laurie Walker into a series of important saves to preserve the lead. However, Solihull regained control before the break, with Sbarra and home debutant Tobi Sho-Silva both going close to doubling the advantage. Sho-Silva in particular impressed with his relentless pressing and willingness to chase every ball, causing constant problems for the visitors’ defence.

The second half began in a similar fashion for the new signing, who nearly made an instant impact after capitalising on a defensive error. After nicking the ball from the Altrincham centre-halves, Sho-Silva drove forward but saw his effort well saved by the goalkeeper.

From there, the game became increasingly fragmented, with frequent fouls disrupting the flow. Solihull managed the contest effectively, sitting on their narrow lead and limiting Altrincham to very few clear-cut chances. It was a disciplined defensive display from the Moors, who saw out the remainder of the game with composure to secure a valuable three points.

Match Report written by Maddie P

Pictures by Dicky King

Will O’Sullivan Joins Solihull Moors on Loan

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:31:37 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to confirm the signing of goalkeeper Will O’Sullivan, who joins the club on loan until the end of the season.

The 20-year-old arrives from Birmingham City U21s, where he has gained valuable experience competing in both Premier League 2 and the Premier League Cup.

A promising young goalkeeper, O’Sullivan adds further depth and competition to the Moors’ goalkeeping department as the squad continues its campaign.

O’Sullivan will be available for selection for tomorrow’s match.

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Will to the club and wish him every success during his time at Damson Park.

Tame Cleaning to Sponsor Moors' Match vs Alty

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:51:25 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to welcome Tame Cleaning as our official Match Sponsors for Saturday’s Enterprise National League fixture against Altrincham at Damson Park (3:00 pm kick-off).

Tame Cleaning & Maintenance Limited, part of the Tame Cleaning Group, was formed in December 2005 and takes its name from the River Tame, which runs through the heart of the West Midlands. Starting on the riverbanks, the company has grown into a trusted provider of professional cleaning services, now operating from offices in Birmingham and supporting organisations across the region.

Tame specialise in office, commercial contract and school cleaning, delivering reliable, high-quality and cost-effective services tailored to the precise needs of their clients. With more than 20 years of experience, the company prides itself on providing audited cleaning solutions that allow businesses to focus on their core activities, safe in the knowledge that their facilities are being maintained to the highest possible standards.

Quality, safety and consistency sit at the centre of everything Tame do. The company places great importance on staff wellbeing, with team members having access to a 24-hour BUPA helpline for additional support when needed.

Employing more than 450 members of staff, Tame continue to grow year on year and are proud to work with major organisations as well as many retail and commercial clients across the Midlands.

The Moors would like to thank Tame Cleaning for their support and look forward to welcoming them to Damson Park for what promises to be a big afternoon of National League football.

�� Find out more about their services here: https://www.tamecleaning.co.uk

�� Join us at Damson Park on Saturday 28th (3:00pm KO) as The Moors take on Altrincham in the Enterprise National League. Secure your tickets and get behind the lads!

Match Preview: Moors v Alty

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:56:12 GMT

Solihull will be looking to find some form when they come up against Altrincham after not winning any of their last 10 fixtures.

Solihull come into this fixture sitting 17th in the National League and Altrincham sit 14th, winning three of their last five games

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Altrincham’s recent clash with Boston to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

Although Altrincham dominated the ball in this fixture with 54% possession, it was Boston who were a lot more effective when they had the ball.

The home side created 28 shots and directed 10 of those on target, whilst the away side only generated four shots with two on target. With the large number of shots on goal, it’s no surprise that Boston had a higher xG (expected goals) in the game. They created an xG of 2.52, and Altrincham created an xG of 0.95.

One reason why Boston created so many opportunities was their accuracy when it came to progressive passes. Boston played 56 progressive passes in the game and were accurate with 70% of them, whereas Altrincham played 51 progressive passes and had an accuracy of 51%.

When out of possession, Boston defended on the front foot with a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 7.5 and an average defensive line of 55.4 metres. Altrincham were a lot more passive when out of possession, with a PPDA of 11.3 and an average defensive line of 42.0.

Final Thoughts

In the last five games, Solihull have conceded 12 goals, so keeping things tighter at the back will need to be a priority if they want to start winning games.

Altrincham have averaged a ball possession of 52.7% so far this season, whilst Solihull have an average possession of 48.5%, so the visitors will be expecting to see more of the ball in this upcoming game.

Altrincham have been fairly flexible when it comes to formations this season, mainly switching between a 4-2-3-1 and a 3-4-3 and they even switched halfway through their last outing. Therefore, it is hard to predict how they will set up in this game against Solihull.

Key Match Info: Solihull Moors vs Altrincham

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:57:35 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets

Season tickets are valid for this fixture

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 12:00 pm

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 1:00 pm

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar, Trevor Stevens Suite and the Fan Zone.

There will be food available at:

Burger Van

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 12.00 pm

The match programme can be downloaded

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Cox Joins The Moors On Loan

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:03:31 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of defender Daniel Cox, who joins the Club on loan until the end of the season.

The 19-year-old arrives from Derby County and can operate across the back line, bringing strong defensive qualities as well as valuable experience at academy and international level.

Cox has featured regularly for Derby County’s academy sides, making 20 appearances in the Premier League 2 across the last two seasons and captaining the side on several occasions. He has also featured for the club’s Under-21 side, continuing his development within the Rams’ pathway.

The defender has also been involved with the Wales national under-19 football team, progressing through the age groups from Under-15 level and captaining the Under-19s on three occasions during last season’s UEFA Euro Under-19 qualifiers.

Prior to his time at Derby, Cox has also spent time with Walsall and Wealdstone, gaining further experience within the professional game.

Speaking on the signing, First Team Manager Chris Millington said:

“Dan is a player whose progress we’ve monitored for some time. He is an exciting prospect and a player who will add important defensive qualities to the group for the run in.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Daniel to the Club and wish him every success during his time at Damson Park.

Match Report: Truro 1-1 Moors

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:58:13 GMT

Moors battle the elements to earn a point in Cornwall after Sbarra cancels out Stretton’s overhead kick.

The tone for the first half was set early, with the strong wind playing a huge role and severely limiting Truro’s ability to get the ball forward, as long passes repeatedly held up and returned towards their own half. As a result, the hosts were largely in survival mode, unable to register a single effort on Laurie Walker’s goal.

Despite the conditions, the Moors were also unable to truly capitalise. Debutant Tobi Sho-Silva found it difficult to get on the end of through balls, with the wind often carrying them away from his path. The best opportunity of the half fell to Isaac Moore, who did well to shift the ball past his defender on the edge of the box, but could only fire his effort wide of the target.

The wind continued to influence proceedings after the break, this time working against the Moors as they struggled to clear their lines and relieve pressure.

Truro’s persistence eventually paid off, with Jack Stretton producing a stunning overhead kick to break the deadlock and give the hosts the lead.

The Moors responded well, with Joe Sbarra at the heart of the fightback alongside substitute Callum McFarlane, who returned from loan with a point to prove. Sbarra did brilliantly to win possession in midfield before calmly slotting past the goalkeeper to level the score in the 77th minute.

From there, the game once again became a battle against the conditions, with the wind stifling any attacking momentum and preventing the Moors from launching meaningful counter-attacks, as the contest drifted towards its inevitable conclusion.

Facilitate Search to Sponsor Moors' Match Ball vs Altrincham

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:00:21 GMT

Solihull Moors are pleased to welcome Facilitate Search as our official Match Ball Sponsors for Saturday’s Enterprise National League fixture at Damson Park.

Facilitate Search are specialist recruitment and talent advisory experts within the Facilities Management and Built Environment sectors, partnering with businesses across the UK to connect high-quality talent with leading organisations. Founded in 2019 by experienced industry professionals Robbie Hindle & Adam Beadle, the company has built a strong reputation for its consultative approach and deep understanding of the sector.

With a focus on building long-term partnerships, Facilitate Search work closely with both clients and candidates to understand their needs, culture and ambitions, ensuring every placement is the right fit. Their expertise spans a wide range of roles, from Engineering, Project Management, FM Leadership and Commercial & Finance, helping FM service providers, construction organisations and end-users secure the talent they need to succeed.

Based in Birmingham, the company prides itself on delivering a professional, relationship-led service. The team support organisations with permanent, contract, and freelance recruitment solutions, underpinned by a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and communication.

The Moors would like to thank Facilitate Search for their support and look forward to welcoming them to Damson Park for what promises to be an exciting afternoon of National League football.

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Tobi Sho-Silva Joins The Moors

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:03:39 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of forward Tobi Sho-Silva, who joins the Club on loan until the end of the season.

The forward arrives from Kidderminster Harriers and brings a wealth of experience across both the National League and the EFL. During his career, Sho-Silva has featured in League Two for Sutton United and Carlisle United, as well as enjoying a successful spell with FC Halifax Town.

Speaking on the signing, First Team Manager Chris Millington said: “Tobi is a great character and will bring energy and a physical presence to the front line. He will also have an impact off the pitch due to his experience and professionalism. We’re delighted to welcome him to the Moors."

Welcome to the Moors, Tobi!

Match Report: Solihull Moors vs FC Halifax Town

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:05:51 GMT

Halifax Town take all three points and push themselves into playoff places after a 3-0 victory over a ten-men Solihull Moors.

Another National League fixture at Damson Park ends in defeat for Solihull Moors as Chris Millington faced his former club, Halifax Town.

The Moors started the game off strong. Only eleven minutes into the game, Scott High had a chance to put Solihull ahead, which unfortunately took a deflection.

Only a minute later High’s efforts, Halifax found the lead through the current top goalscorer at the club, Will Harris.

The Moors tried to answer back five minutes later, as they hunted for an equaliser. Another attempt by High after a cross from Jamey Osbourne, but his efforts weren’t enough.

Just before the break, Halifax increased their lead to two.

The Moors hunted for a goal to get back into the game, and they came close after 62 minutes of play. Scott High produced a low driven shot from outside the box, but his effort was just wide.

After 76 minutes of play, Solihull were reduced down to ten men after Scott High was shown a straight red card.

Solihull continued to push for a crucial and much needed goal, but unfortunately nothing came of their efforts.

However, Halifax didn’t stop applying the pressure and they found their third of the game in the 90 ^th minute.

Chris Millington’s side will now turn their attention to Wednesday where they face bottom of the table, Truro City away.

Moors Lotto: £2,800 Jackpot

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:04:13 GMT

Yesterday’s draw sheet carried the incorrect date for next week's draw - the draw will take place at 1pm on Thursday, 26th March and we are excited to say that it will be held at Solihull Expoand the Jackpot will be £2,800.

The Lotto is helping with so many projects within the Club and your support in this couldn’t be more appreciated.

The format is similar to the National Lottery, but with players selecting four numbers from 1 to 30. Each entry costs £1, and all draws are played online. Please note that the platform requires a minimum transaction of £5 - equivalent to either five entries in one draw or one entry across five separate draws.

Players can also opt for longer-term participation:

£52 for 52 draws

£26 for 26 draws

£15 for 15 draws

£10 for 10 draws

If no player matches all four numbers, the jackpot will roll over to the following week. Should the draw produce no winners, the next week’s jackpot is expected to rise to approximately £2,900.

A weekly £10 lucky dip prize will also be drawn.

To play the Moors Lotto click here .

Statistical Preview: Solihull Moors vs FC Halifax Town

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:08:04 GMT

Statistical Preview: Solihull Moors vs Halifax Town

Solihull currently sit 14th in the National League and have not won any of their last five games. Halifax sit 8th in the league and are unbeaten in their last four games, winning their last two fixtures.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Halifax’s recent clash with Boreham Wood to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

Despite losing the game 3-2, it was Boreham Wood that dominated. They had nearly twice as many shots in the game and also had a higher xG (expected goals) of 1.30, compared to Halifax’s xG of 0.49.

Boreham Wood also had more possession in the game and their passing accuracy and passing distances played a large role in this. They had a passing accuracy of 86% and a long pass percentage of 8%. In comparison, Halifax had a 80% passing accuracy and a 16% long pass percentage.

Halifax were very passive when they were out of possession, with a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 16.6 and an average formation line of 43.3 metres. Whereas, Boreham Wood were a lot more on the front foot, with a PPDA of 8.2 and an average formation line of 53.4 metres.

Final Thoughts

Solihull will need to watch out for Josh Hmami, who has been Halifax’s most influential attacker this season, with a combined 16 goals and assists.

Although Halifax don’t create a large number of chances every game, they have been accurate when they have been in front of goal. They have a shooting accuracy of 41.2% - which is the 4th best in the league.

Halifax have averaged a PPDA of 14.65 this season which is in the bottom two in the league when it comes to pressing. Therefore, Solihull can expect to face a low and compact defensive unit.

Halifax have lined up in a 5-3-2 in their previous two fixtures and with them picking up maximum points in these games, it would be no surprise if they continue with this shape.

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Match Preview: Moors vs FC Halifax Town

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:30:31 GMT

Isaac Moore’s goal against Brackley Town wasn’t enough for The Moors to get all three points away from home as Chris Millington’s side oversaw a 1-1 draw over ten men, Brackley Town.

Two draws and three losses is how the last five games have gone for The Moors.

Slipping away from potential playoff places, Solihull currently sit in 14 ^th place with 44 points where a win at Damson Park this weekend would put them on the same amount of points as Boston United with The Moors having a game in hand.

The visitors this week, FC Halifax Town, oversaw a 3-2 win over Boreham Wood last time out.

Winning two, drawing two and one loss is how Halifax’s last five games have played out.

Halifax are currently chasing their play-off places hopes as they currently hold 8 ^th place in table where a win away from home against The Moors this Saturday would push them into 7 ^th place.

The visitors have usually held the upper hand against Solihull Moors as they’ve been victorious in two of their last five meetings. The most recent meeting was back in November which saw Halifax secure a 3-0 victory.

Predicted lineups:

Solihull Moors: Walker, Tipton, Whitmore, Baines, Lipsiuc, High, Osborne, Moore, Green, Sbarra, Stevenson.

FC Halifax Town: Johnson, Warburton, Smith, Palmer, Hobson, Johnson, Crowe, Hugill, Hmami, Turner-Cooke, Harris.

Players to watch

Solihull Moors – Isaac Moore

On loan from Coventry City, Isaac Moore seems to have found good form for The Moors recently.

Scoring last time out, Moore has proven to be a real threat to defenders. With three goals and three assists so far this season, Moore has showcased that he can be a handful for defenders.

Moore brings a lot to Solihull, his high work rate, energy and quality make him a strong player in the middle of the park for The Moors.

Initially joining Solihull on a short-term loan, Moore has also recently extended his loan spell until the end of the season.

FC Halifax Town – Will Harris

Current top goal scorer at the club and 4 ^th out of the league, Will Harris is having a great season for Halifax.

Scoring 19 goals so far this season, and with Halifax pushing for a playoff place, Harris will be wanting to add to his goal tally this weekend.

Last time these two teams met, Halifax came out on top with a 3-0 victory, where all three goals were scored by Will Harris and with scoring three goals from the last five games, Halifax will be looking at Harris to be a target man against The Moors.

Darius Lipsiuc Receives Republic of Ireland Under-21 Call-Up

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:00:12 GMT

Solihull Moors Football Club are pleased to confirm th at Darius Lipsiuc has been called up to the Republic of Ireland national under-21 football team squad for their upcoming UEFA Under-21 Championship Qualifiers.

Darius has been selected for the fixture against Moldova at Tallaght Stadium, Dublin on Thursday, 26th March (5:15pm kick-off), as well as the match against Kazakhstan at the Turkestan Arena on Tuesday, 31st March (8:00pm local time).

The call-up is a proud moment for both Darius and the Football Club and everyone at Solihull Moors would like to congratulate him on his selection and wish him the very best.

Introducing Moors: Our Inaugural Networking Event

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:09:03 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce that we will be hosting our inaugural business networking event at Damson Park.

The event will provide a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to connect, explore the Club’s facilities and hear directly from members of the Moors’ leadership team.

The morning will include a panel discussion featuring First Team Manager Chris Millington, Chairman Darryl Eales and CEO Dave Boddy, who will share their insights on the Club’s progress, ambitions and future plans.

As this is our first networking event of its kind, we are pleased to offer complimentary entry, with places available to book via the link below.

Book now here: https://eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985279909652?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more details, please contact Harrison.taylor@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk

Isaac Moore: Here to Stay

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:00:15 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to confirm that Isaac Moore’s loan spell from Coventry City has been extended until the end of the season.

The midfielder initially joined the Moors on a short-term loan and has impressed during his time at the Club. The extension will see him remain at Solihull Moors for the remainder of the campaign.

Everyone at the Club looks forward to continuing to work with Isaac over the coming weeks.

Davisons Law Donates Match Sponsorship to Blood Cancer Charity in Community Gesture

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:03:38 GMT

Davisons Law, principal partner of Solihull Moors FC, has handed over its Match ball sponsorship package for the club's home fixture against Halifax Town on 21st March to help raise awareness for the charity's lifesaving work.

The firm raised £24,000 for Cure Leukaemia throughout 2025 as a founding member of the charity's Club 10 initiative, more than doubling its £10,000 annual pledge through employee fundraising and event sponsorships.

Darryl Wilkes, Equity Director at Davisons Law, said: " Being part of the Solihull community means everything to us. A year on from opening our new office on Warwick Road, our roots here are stronger than ever - and that means backing the causes that matter. Handing over our matchday package to Cure Leukaemia felt like the natural thing to do.

The work they do for children fighting blood cancer is extraordinary and if we can use our position as principal partner to shine a light on that, we absolutely should ."

Dave Boddy, CEO at Solihull Moors, added: “As a Club, we’re grateful to Davisons Law for their generous support of this weekend’s match and in particular, for their decision to donate the sponsorship to Cure Leukaemia, a cause that does such important work and a charity which the Moors already supports.
It’s fantastic to see one of our valued partners using their matchday sponsorship in this way - it reflects the strong sense of community and togetherness that exists around the Club. We’re proud to be able to support Cure Leukaemia through this fixture and we hope the day helps raise both awareness and vital funds for the charity.”

Cure Leukaemia CEO James McLaughlin said: " It’s fantastic to see Davison’s Law and Solihull Moors FC teaming up to champion our cause in such a significant way and a brilliant initiative that will raise vital awareness of Cure Leukaemia. We thank Davison’s Law for their ongoing generosity and the Moors for being such incredible hosts; their combined support is helping us move closer to a cure.”

The match against Halifax Town kicks off at 5.30pm on 21st March. Fans are encouraged to come along and show their support.

Tickets can be purchased here .

Match Report: Brackley Town 1-1 Solihull Moors

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:56:44 GMT

Solihull Moors were left frustrated on the road as a strong second-half showing was cancelled out by a resilient Brackley Town fightback.

The Moors were forced to settle for a point on the road as Brackley Town fought back in the second half at St James Park.

The hosts began on the front foot, although clear-cut chances were at a premium in a scrappy opening period. It was the Moors who carved out the first real opportunity, as Jamey Osborne delivered a superb ball over the top for Bradley Stevenson, whose well-struck volley was matched by an equally impressive save from Maxted.

Brackley came closest to breaking the deadlock in the 36th minute. A deep cross from Roberts found Lowe rising highest, but his header crashed against the crossbar with Laurie Walker beaten, ensuring the sides went into the interval level after a stop-start first half.

The Moors emerged after the break with renewed intent and were rewarded early in the second period. Isaac Moore picked up possession on the edge of the area and drilled a low effort beyond the Brackley goalkeeper to give the visitors the advantage.

Moments later, the hosts were reduced to ten men as former Moors striker Tavon Campbell was shown a red card following an aerial challenge. Despite their numerical disadvantage, Brackley responded with determination and gradually worked their way back into the contest.

Their persistence paid off in the 75th minute when Lowe found space inside the area and fired past Walker to restore parity.

Neither side was able to find a decisive moment in the closing stages, with the game losing momentum following the equaliser as both teams were forced to settle for a share of the spoils.

Match Preview: Brackley Town vs Solihull Moors

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:47:26 GMT

The Moors make the trip to Brackley Town for what is their second closest away fixture in the Enterprise National League.

Both sides come into this game looking to bounce back after heavy defeats at the weekend, with Brackley Town falling to a 4-1 loss against Woking.

There is little to separate the teams in recent form, with now just seven points between them. The Moors currently sit 22nd in the form table, while Brackley Town are just behind in 24th.

The last meeting between the sides saw the Moors claim all three points, courtesy of a late winner from Creaney.

Key Match Info: FC Halifax Town

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:35:32 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets
Season tickets are valid for this fixture

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 2.30 pm

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 3.30 pm

The turnstiles will be open from 3.30 pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 3.30 pm.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 3.00 pm.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar, Trevor Stevens Suite and the Fan Zone.

There will be food available at:

Burger Van

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 2.30 pm and tickets can be purchased below:

https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/car_park_solihull_moors_v_fc_halifax_town

DAMSON PARKWAY WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY THE 21st MARCH BETWEEN YEW TREE LANE AND BARNFIELD DRIVE AS SHOWN BELOW.

We advise all supporters to use Damson Lane to reach the ground if your normal route includes Damson Parkway.

Supporters who are unable to park at the stadium should use the NCP Car Park at Birmingham Airport Cargo Term ( B26 3QT ). Use code MOORS25 at the NCP Parking Point.
There are some operational changes at Cargo Freeport Car Park this season. This car park now operates as a barrierless car park. The code MOORS25 is a unique code for Solihull Moors matchdays only and fans must use this code when they pay at the pay machine before exiting to take advantage of the discounted price. Please note that the pay machines do not accept cash; they are card-only.

The match programme is downloadable here .

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
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MATCH REPORT: Wealdstone vs Solihull Moors

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:20:20 GMT

Five-star Wealdstone take advantage of Moors’ poor form

The home side started quickly and took the lead in the 12th minute. A well-delivered free-kick was met by McAvoy, whose header flew into the top-left corner and left Laurie Walker with no chance.

Wealdstone continued to dominate throughout the first half, but went into the break with only a one-goal advantage, leaving the Moors with hope heading into the second period.

That hope was dented in the 56th minute when Adarkwa found space on the right wing, drove forward, cut inside onto his right foot and fired an uncontested effort into the bottom-right corner.

The Stones struck again just three minutes later as Tshikuna made it three, lashing a powerful shot into the left side of the net from outside the box.

Conor Wilkinson pulled one back for the Moors on 64 minutes, but Wealdstone responded immediately from the restart. Substitute Agyemang played Obiero through, and he made no mistake in front of goal.

Tiensia then added a fifth for the hosts from close range six minutes later to round off a difficult afternoon for the Moors.

Statistical Preview: Wealdstone vs Solihull Moors

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:46:14 GMT

Solihull visit Wealdstone, looking to bounce back after a defeat to Gateshead in their last outing.

Solihull currently sit 14th in the National League but haven’t picked up any victories in their last five fixtures. Wealdstone sit 10th in the league and have won three of their last five games.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Wealdstone’s recent clash with Tamworth to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

The 3-2 scoreline suggests a tight contest between the sides, but the stats indicate that Wealdstone dominated the match.

As well as having twice as many shots in the game, Wealdstone also created more quality chances. They created an xG (expected goals) of 2.66, whereas Tamworth posted 0.94.

Wealdstone also had significantly more possession in the game, and their passing accuracy and passing distances played a big role in this. They had a pass accuracy of 78% in the game and had a long pass percentage of 15%. In comparison, Tamworth had a pass accuracy of 60% and a long pass share of 29%.

Both sides were quite intense with their pressure off the ball. Wealdstone had a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 9.6 and an average formation line of 50.8m. Tamworth were slightly deeper with an average formation line of 44.9m but managed to put more pressure on the ball with a PPDA of 8.6.

Final Thoughts

Solihull will need to be aware of the threat Wealdstone pose when they attack, as the hosts have scored a combined 11 goals in their last four games. One reason for this has been the form of Micah Obiero, who has found the net four times in their last three games.

Wealdstone will expect to dominate the ball, as they have done so for most of this season. They have the 2nd highest average ball possession in the National League this season, averaging 58.1%.

For the majority of the season, Wealdstone have switched between different formations, but they have recently settled on a 3-5-2, and with them being on a good run of form, they’ll likely continue with this shape.

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James Clarke: Four and a Half Years in Images

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:35:13 GMT

James Clarke Departs for Boreham Wood

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:35:20 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that James Clarke has departed the Club to join Boreham Wood, bringing an end to a hugely memorable spell at Damson Park.

Since arriving at the Moors, James has gone on to make over 200 appearances for the Club, becoming a key figure both on and off the pitch. A consistent performer across multiple seasons, he played an important role during some of the most successful periods in the Club’s history, including our runs to the National League Play-Off Finals at Wembley.

Widely regarded as a fan favourite, Clarke’s commitment, professionalism and approachable nature made him a respected figure within the dressing room and among supporters alike.

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to place on record their sincere thanks to James for his outstanding service to the Football Club and wish him every success in the next chapter of his career.

Chairman Darryl Eales said:
"Football is all about relationships. The downside of football is its transient nature.

It has been a pleasure and a privilege to work with James. He is a consummate professional and an outstanding human being. His dedication to the Moors on and off the pitch has been exemplary.

Moreover, he has a wonderful family, especially Grandma and their support for Moors has been exceptional.

James and the whole family will be sadly missed, but we wish him every success in the future. He will always be welcome."

Chris Millington, First Team Manager, added:

“I was first aware of Clarkey as an opposition player and admired him as a player and his character. Working with him, I have grown in admiration for him as a professional. His work ethic and professionalism are second to none. I know what a tough decision this was for him because of his love for the Moors, but I also recognise he is ambitious and deserves to be fighting for promotion.

We are certainly disappointed his time at Moors has come to an end but we wish Clarkey the best.

We are now working to develop and recruit the next generation of Moors favourites of the calibre of Clarkey.”

James Clarke added:

"Where do I start? Solihull has been part of my life for the last four and a half years and it has shaped me into the person I am today and I have so much admiratiom for everyone at the Club. All the fans and everyone have made me and my family so welcome and i can only thank every single person from the bottom of my heart.

I have enjoyed every single second of it.

We've been so close on so many occasions to living the dream & making it happen and I have no doubt that the Moors will get promoted.

Everyone I've played with at Solihull has been a great friend and every single challenge we've ever been through, we've been through together; I hope that everyone knows that I've always given 100% no matter what.

A massive thank you to the fans, the staff and most of all the players that I've had over the last four and a half years."

Clarkey leaves the Moors with the very best wishes of everyone connected with the Club and will always be welcome back at Damson Park.

Play the Moors Lotto and Support the Future of Solihull Moors

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:58:31 GMT

The Moors Lotto was launched to help support and fund the continued growth of Solihull Moors FC, both on and off the pitch – and thanks to the fantastic support from our fans, it’s already making a real difference.

We’re delighted to share that the Moors Lotto is now profitable for the Club, with funds being reinvested directly into improving the fan experience at Damson Park.

One of the first projects funded by the Lotto was a brand-new PA system in the Trevor Stevens Suite, enabling the SMSA to host interviews with people at the heart of the club and bring supporters closer than ever to the Moors.

Our next goal is even bigger: improving the stadium-wide PA system to enhance the matchday atmosphere and experience for everyone attending games at Damson Park.

By playing the Moors Lotto, you’re not only helping make these improvements possible, but you’re also in with a chance of winning £2,600 in this week’s draw.

How to Play

Each entry costs £1
The platform requires a minimum transaction of £5 (five entries in one draw, or one entry across five draws)

You can also choose longer-term options:

£52 – 52 draws
£26 – 26 draws
£15 – 15 draws
£10 – 10 draws

Every ticket you buy helps support the club and invest in the future of the Moors.

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Dedicated Game Celebrates the Unite For Access Campaign

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:56:22 GMT

Solihull Moors FC and Solihull Moors Foundation came together to show their support for inclusion and accessibility in football, through the Unite for Access Campaign.

The recent fixture at Damson Park served as a dedicated matchday in support of the campaign, a national initiative led by Level Playing Field that promotes accessibility and inclusion for disabled sports fans.

Delivered by Solihull Moors Foundation, the day created an opportunity for children, young people and adults to enjoy and experience a welcoming and inclusive matchday environment.

Throughout the day, more than 200 children, young people and adults joined us altogether at Damson Park to celebrate the Unite For Access campaign. Participants took part in a range of activities and activations on the astro. The energy and enthusiasm from everyone involved created a fantastic atmosphere, highlighting the importance of providing inclusive and accessible opportunities within sport.

Joining us on the day were SuperSEN and Solihull Advert Through Advocacy, who helped share the initiative and show their support for the Unite For Access campaign.

The Foundation was also delighted to welcome Madam Mayor and Councillor Karen Grinsell as special guests on the day. We appreciate their continued support and the work they have done alongside the Foundation to help strengthen opportunities within the community.

The day also reflected the shared commitment of Solihull Moors Foundation and Solihull Moors to break down barriers and ensure that football remains inclusive and accessible for everyone. Creating opportunities where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to take part is central to the Foundation’s work within the community.

Scott Langford, Learning & Accessibility Manager at Solihull Moors Foundation, said:

"Inclusion sits at the heart of everything we do at Solihull Moors Foundation. Supporting the Unite For Access campaign is about more than a matchday, it’s about continuing to break down barriers and making sure everyone, regardless of their needs or abilities, feels that football is a place where they belong. We are proud to work with partners, supporters and the wider community to ensure the game remains accessible for all."

Both the Solihull Moors F.C. Men’s First Team and the Solihull Moors Women's First Team proudly showed their support for the Unite For Access campaign across the weekend, demonstrating a shared commitment across the club to champion accessibility and inclusion in football.

By collectively backing the campaign, the teams helped highlight the importance of ensuring the game remains welcoming and accessible for everyone. Their support reinforced the club-wide values of inclusion, unity and opportunity, while helping raise awareness of the need to continue breaking down barriers so that disabled supporters and participants can fully engage with football and the matchday experience.

Match Report - Solihull Moors vs Gateshead

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 17:31:20 GMT

Visitors, Gateshead, take home all three points as Solihull Moors face another defeat at Damson Park.

Solihull Moors opened the game with a goal from Darius Lipsiuc in the 6 ^th minute, who produced a great right footed finish as former Gateshead player, Ben Worman grabbed the assist.

The visitors replied in the 35 ^th minute, as they found an equaliser through William Chapman, meaning The Moors entered the break level after leading the game.

There was a lull in play as both teams searched for a goal to put them ahead, The Moors came close in the 55 ^th minute after a corner which allowed Whitmore to have a great effort on target, however, Gateshead keeper, Desbois made a great save to end The Moors’ hopes.

Moors had another opportunity to put them ahead, this time through a penalty after a handball by a Gateshead player. Unfortunately for The Moors, Wilkinson sent the ball over the bar.

Gateshead responded three minutes later as Ben Radcliffe found the winner for the visitors.

Last minutes of the game and Gateshead had an opportunity to extend their lead, luckily for The Moors, Laurie Walker produced a great save to deny Gateshead of a third.

Solihull travel to Wealdstone on Saturday, the 14 ^th of March, for their next National League fixture.

Kian Ryley Joins Bromsgrove Sporting on Loan

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:00:11 GMT

Solihull Moors Football Club can confirm that Kian Ryley has joined Bromsgrove Sporting on loan until the end of the season.

The loan move will allow Kian to gain further first-team experience as he continues his development for the remainder of the campaign.

Everyone a t Solihull Moors wis hes Kian every success during his time with Bromsgrove Sporting.

Billy Corns Joins Alvechurch on Permanent Transfer

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 09:56:09 GMT

Solihull Moors Football Club ca n confirm that Billy Corns has joined Alvechurch FC on a permanent transfer.

The move provides Billy with the opportunity to continue his development with regular first-team football as he begins the next chapter of his career.

Everyone at Solihull Moors wou ld like to thank Billy for his efforts during his time at the Club and wish him every success with Alvechurch.

Statistical Preview: Solihull Moors vs Gateshead

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:15:09 GMT

Solihull currently sit 12th in the National League but have not won any of their last five games. Gateshead sit 23rd and in the relegation zone, but they have hit some form, winning three of their last five.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Gateshead’s recent clash with Braintree to see what the statistics suggest about how they might set up against Solihull.

Despite losing the game, it was Braintree that created the better chances in the game, creating an xG (expected goals) of 3.08. In comparison, Gateshead posted 1.79.

As well as having more possession, Gateshead were also more accurate with their passing, with an accuracy of 83%. They also had a higher forward pass accuracy of 71% and a higher progressive pass accuracy of 86%.

When it came to the game’s duels, it was Braintree that were the dominant side. They won 52% of the total duels, 52% of the loose ball duels and 54% of aerial duels.

Final Thoughts

In their last fixture, Gateshead found most of their attacking success down the left-hand side, creating 61% of their total xG from there.

Gateshead have averaged a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 13.52 this season, so Solihull can expect the visitors to sit in a low compact block when out of possession.

The visitors have also conceded the highest number of goals in the league this season (76), so Solihull should find the net against vulnerable opposition.

Match Preview: Moors vs Gateshead

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:42:16 GMT

Solihull Moors host 23rd-place Gateshead FC on Saturday, 7 ^th March for another National League fixture.

Last time out in the National League, The Moors travelled to Scunthorpe, which resulted in a 3-3 draw, as Conor Wilkinson grabbed two goals and Isaac Moore grabbed the equaliser.

Solihull Moors currently sit in 12 ^th place, where three points on Saturday could push The Moors further up the table as far as 10 ^th , one point ahead of Tamworth, should results go Solihull’s way.

14 points separate these two teams as Gateshead make the trip to Damson Park.

Gateshead have won three of their last five games, with a 1-0 win over Braintree in added time being their most recent outing.

Although they sit 23 ^rd in terms of the table, Gateshead don’t struggle to score goals as they look to have found a good spell of form recently, scoring nine goals in their last five games.

Last time these two teams met, Solihull travelled to Gateshead, which saw The Moors bring back all three points in a 2-0 victory.

Predicted lineups:

Solihull Moors: Walker, Green, Whitmore, Baines, Sonupe, High, Moore, Lipsiuc, Wakeling, Wilkinson, Worman.

Gateshead FC: Desbois, Richardson, Storey, Nicholson, Ward, Grayson, Bowen, Gilsenan, Chapman, Chadwick, Boatswain.

Players to Watch

Solihull Moors - Conor Wilkinson

Current top goal scorer for The Moors, scoring 8 goals in 19 matches, Conor Wilkinson may be a key player in unlocking Gateshead’s defence.

After scoring two goals last time out, Wilkinson spoke about the upcoming home game: “I think a win this weekend would be massive. We know we need to get back to winning ways if we do want to achieve anything this season; it’s on our minds and we are looking to do that.

I think I’ve started 13 games this season, which is obviously nowhere near good enough, but the return is obviously what I’ve been trying to get to and long may it continue, hopefully.”

Wilkinson will have his mind set on making sure Solihull grab all three points on Saturday, while also adding to his own goal tally.

Gateshead FC – Adam Desbois

New face at Gateshead is Adam Desbois, and after keeping a clean sheet on his debut against Braintree, Desbois will be looking to replicate his debut form this weekend.

Previous to joining Gateshead, Desbois played for Slough Town in the National League South where he made 33 appearances, conceded 45 goals and kept 5 clean sheets.

As Gateshead look to try and avoid relegation this season, Desbois will be wanting to do everything he can to stop The Moors from putting a ball in the back of the net.

Conor Wilkinson: “We Need To Get Back To Winning Ways.”

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:40:12 GMT

Conor Wilkinson had his say as The Moors’ host Gateshead FC on Saturday.

The Moors host Gateshead FC on Saturday 7th March, where three points could push Solihull ahead of Tamworth, back into 10th place.

After scoring four goals in the last five games, inform Conor Wilkinson said “I think I’ve had a bit of a tough season. I think I’ve started 13 games this season, which is obviously nowhere near good enough, but the return is obviously what I’ve been trying to get to and long may it continue hopefully.

“We’re a bit disheartened to not get all three points on Saturday against Scunthorpe and the results haven’t really gone our way previously. It’s been tough the conditions we’ve played in.

“I think we’re just waiting to get that win again and start another winning ride and hopefully push ourselves back up the table.

“I think a win this weekend would be massive. We know we need to get back to winning ways if we do want to achieve anything this season, it’s on our minds and we are looking to do that.

“We go to away places, and they have their fans and we’re the same. When we’re playing at home it does help to have a home advantage and always helps the team. Hopefully if our fans can be noisy and get behind us it’s a 12-man feeling.”

Moors to Welcome PYVITAL, TTC Group and Taxpro to Damson Park for Saturday’s Fixture

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:54:12 GMT

Solihull Moors are pleased to welcome PYVITAL, TTC Group and Taxpro to Damson Park for Saturday’s Enterprise National League fixture against Gateshead FC.

PYVITAL is a people and performance consultancy that works with businesses across the UK to help them build stronger teams and achieve sustainable growth. Their core offering focuses on mid-management recruitment, specialising in sourcing high-quality talent across sales, customer service, operations, marketing, finance and legal. Alongside recruitment, PYVITAL also supports organisations through HR consultancy, performance and training programmes, mentoring and wider business development support. Taking a highly consultative approach, the team works closely with clients to understand their goals, culture and challenges, enabling them to deliver tailored solutions that help businesses attract the right people and drive long-term success.

TTC Group are recognised experts in road safety training and driver risk management, helping organisations reduce risk and improve fleet safety. Their services include driver licence checks, grey fleet compliance, on-road and online driver training, classroom workshops, risk assessments, e-learning programmes and wider driver compliance support. By giving businesses better visibility of driver behaviour and risk, TTC Group help organisations protect their people and assets while operating more safely and efficiently.

Taxpro is a UK-based PAYE rebate specialist that helps employees reclaim tax they may have overpaid on work-related expenses. Many workers incur costs such as mileage, tools, uniforms and travel as part of their employment without realising they may be entitled to claim tax relief. Taxpro supports individuals in identifying eligible expenses and recovering money owed from HMRC, managing the entire process on behalf of their clients. All claims are handled in full accordance with HMRC legislation and guidelines, ensuring a straightforward, transparent and compliant experience.

Solihull Moors would like to thank PYVITAL, TTC Group and Taxpro for joining us at Damson Park this weekend and look forward to welcoming them for what promises to be an exciting afternoon of football.

�� Join us at Damson Park this Saturday as The Moors take on Gateshead FC in the Enterprise National League. Secure your tickets here and get behind the lads!

Szhem Whyte-Hall Departs for Worksop Town

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:59:27 GMT

Solihull Moors Football Club can confirm that Szhem Whyte-Hall has joined Worksop Town on a permanent transfer.

The young forward departs the Moors in search of regular first-team opportunities, with the move providing an excellent platform for him to continue his development and gain valuable senior experience.

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to thank Szhem for his efforts during his time at the Club and wish him every success in the next chapter of his career with Worksop Town.

Ben Worman: “We’re just taking each game as it comes.”

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:00:52 GMT

Former Gateshead player Ben Worman spoke about playing his former club for the first time at Damson Park.

After leaving Gateshead in June 2025 to join The Moors, Ben Worman said he feels “Excited to see some old faces and to hopefully get three points.”

“I think we’ve had a patchy spell of results. We’ve played well for certain periods of certain games, but we need to put that into 90 minutes now and have a good performance over a bit more of a longer period of time and most importantly, get three points and hopefully we can do that in front of a home crowd.

“We’ve had a thorough amount of analysis done on the opposition by the coach and staff. I know myself, knowing a fair amount of the players, their strengths and weaknesses, a bit more than other players. There will be things I can think about that I can use going into the game

“We don’t really keep an eye on specific teams, just our own performance and our own collective responsibility in getting three points. I think even though we’ve lost and been on the wrong end of results recently, obviously we got a point on Saturday, but the results previous to that, they’re all games that we’ve played well enough and at stages to see that we’re capable of winning it in the end.

“We’re just taking each game as it comes, trying to attack as much as possible and ultimately just getting as many wins underboard now from now to the end of the season.”

- Interview by Emily O'Dwyer

Key Match Info: Gateshead FC

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:57:42 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets
Season tickets are valid for this fixture

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 12 pm.

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 1 pm

The turnstiles will be open from 1 pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 1 pm.

Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 12:30 pm.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match; otherwise, U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar, Trevor Stevens Suite and the Fan Zone.

There will be food available at:

Burger Van

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 12 pm and tickets can be purchased below:

https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/car_park_solihull_moors_v_gateshead

Please do not park on the Damson Parkway dual carriageway – this is a red route and parking here is strictly prohibited.
Supporters will receive tickets for parking illegally, so we stress the importance of utilising the NCP Car Park and planning your journey well in advance.

Supporters who are unable to park at the stadium should use the NCP Car Park at Birmingham Airport Cargo Term ( B26 3QT ). Use code MOORS25 at the NCP Parking Point.
There are some operational changes at Cargo Freeport Car Park this season. This car park now operates as a barrierless car park. The code MOORS25 is a unique code for Solihull Moors matchdays only and fans must use this code when they pay at the pay machine before exiting to take advantage of the discounted price. Please note that the pay machines do not accept cash; they are card-only.

The match programme can be downloaded here .

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Ticket & Travel Info: Wealdstone

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:29:34 GMT

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased through the link here

Admission Price

Advance Online Tickets (available up until kick-off)

Adult Seating £20

Adult Standing £18

Concession (Over 65yrs ) Seating £15

Concession Standing (Over 65yrs) £13

Next Generation (19-23 Yrs) Seating £13

Next Generation Standing (19-23 yrs) £11

18s Yrs & Under Seating £9

18`s & Under Standing £7

Please note there is a £2 increase on ALL Tickets purchased On the Day at the Ticket Office or at the Turnstiles

Travel

Tickets for our official supporters coaches run by the SMSA can be purchased here

By Car

Supporters are encouraged not to park in the main car park, as it is reserved for officials, match officials and staff.

By Train

Ruislip is the nearest Tube station (Metropolitan Line) and is a 5-10 minute walk from the Stadium.

Callum McFarlane Loan Extension Confirmed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:36:04 GMT

Solihull Moors Football Club can confirm that Callum McFarlane has extended his loan spell with Oxford City until the end of the season.

The extension will allow Callum to continue gaining valuable first-team minutes and further his development for the remainder of the campaign.

Everyone at Solihull Moors wishes Callum continued success during his time with Oxford City and looks forward to monitoring his progress.

Unite for Access: Championing Inclusive Football

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:26:08 GMT

Solihull Moors Foundation & Solihull Moors FC are proud to announce their support for Unite for Access, a nationwide initiative dedicated to making matchdays inclusive and accessible for all disabled supporters.

This special focus will take place at the Solihull Moors FC vs Gateshead FC fixture o n Saturday, 7th March, where the club and community will come together to celebrate accessibility in football and reaffirm a shared commitment to removing barriers for disabled fans.

What is Unite for Access?

Unite for Access is an awareness campaign led by the football community and disability advocacy organisations to highlight the importance of accessible matchday experiences. The initiative encourages clubs, supporters and partners to work collaboratively to ensure that disabled people can enjoy football in a safe, welcoming and fully inclusive environment. It also shines a light on the work being done across the game to improve facilities, services, and attitudes so that everyone can participate - both in the stands and on the pitch.

Solihull Moors Foundation & Solihull Moors FC's Commitment

Inclusion is at the heart of our values. We are both committed to identifying and removing any barriers that may prevent disabled supporters from fully enjoying the matchday experience. From accessible seating and facilities to inclusive communication and supporter engagement, the Club & foundation continue to work closely with fans and partner organisations to make football truly for everyone.

Join Us on 7th March

We warmly welcome disabled supporters connected with Solihull Moors Foundation & Solihull Moors FC, along with individuals and groups from local disability charities, to join us at the Solihull Moors FC vs Gateshead FC matchday. This will be an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of our fanbase, share experiences and demonstrate how football can unite communities through accessibility and respect.

By standing together under the Unite for Access banner, Solihull Moors Foundation & Solihull Moors FC and its supporters are sending a clear message: football should be accessible to all, and everyone deserves to feel part of the game.

For more information about accessibility at Solihull Moors FC or to discuss specific access requirements for the fixture, supporters are encouraged to contact the Club or foundation ahead of the matchday.

Together, we unite for access and for a game that truly belongs to everyone.

MATCH REPORT: Scunthorpe United 3-3 Solihull Moors

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:24:53 GMT

A dramatic late strike from Isaac Moore rescued a point for ten-man Solihull Moors after Conor Wilkinson’s brace was overturned by a Whitehall hat-trick.

The Moors had the ball in the back of the net inside the opening ten minutes, but a tight offside call denied them the lead. That changed five minutes later as Solihull’s midfield did brilliantly to win possession and release Darius Lipsiuc down the left. His initial effort was tame, but it fell perfectly for Conor Wilkinson, who produced an exceptional first touch to glide past his defender before calmly slotting beyond the Irons goalkeeper.

A dry, stop-start half-hour followed with few clear chances. The hosts began to edge the momentum, earning multiple set pieces, though none truly tested the Moors backline. Just before the break, Wilkinson struck again in sensational fashion, driving from the halfway line past four defenders before unleashing a powerful effort from outside the box that flew beyond Jones to double Solihull’s advantage.

Scunthorpe came out firing after the restart and pulled one back within five minutes. A corner drifted to the back post where Boyce headed goalwards, and Whitehall was on hand to steer it over the line. Further controversy followed as Tyler French was shown a red card after an off-the-ball altercation with Whitehall. The hosts nearly levelled soon after when a chaotic scramble in the Moors box gifted Whitehall a free header from five yards, but he somehow steered wide.

The equaliser did arrive when Roberts beat Cameron Green on the right before drilling a cross into the box for Whitehall to tap home. The striker completed his hat-trick in the 85th minute, as Roberts once again found space down the flank and delivered for Whitehall to finish from close range, turning the game on its head at 3–2.

Deep into stoppage time, the Moors showed real determination. Darius Lipsiuc won a crucial corner, and when the delivery dropped kindly inside the area, Isaac Moore smashed home through a crowd of bodies to salvage a dramatic point for Solihull.

Match Preview: Scunthorpe United vs Solihull Moors

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:18:18 GMT

Solihull Moors travel to Scunthorpe on Saturday, 28 ^th February, for another National League fixture.

The Moors were due to play Woking earlier this week in the National League, but following a pitch inspection, the game was postponed.

The Moors sit in 11 ^th place with 42 points, the same as Aldershot Town and Tamworth, but only a point separates Solihull from Boston United, who have played two more games than The Moors.

Solihull Moors have managed to score seven goals in their last five matches and haven’t lost to Scunthorpe United in their last five meetings with the side.

The hosts this week, Scunthorpe, have lost four and drawn one of their last five games.

Their most recent outing saw them host York City on Tuesday evening, which saw York come out victorious in a 3-0 victory.

Scunthorpe currently sit in 5 ^th place in terms of the table with 60 points. A win on Saturday would further secure their chances of getting promoted at the end of the season.

Last time these two teams met was November last year, which saw The Moors win 3-0 at Damson Park. Three goals came from Tyrese Sinclair, Steven Bradley, who received a red card 11 minutes after scoring, and Tyler French.

Predicted lineups:

Scunthorpe United: Mahady, Starbuck, Boyce, Horton, Denton, Rowley, Ubaezuonu, Westbrooke, Beestin, Roberts, Whitehall.

Solihull Moors: Walker, Clarke, French, Whitmore, Green, High, Moore, Lipsiuc, Worman, Wakeling, Wilkinson

Players to watch

Scunthorpe United – Callum Roberts

28-year-old Callum Roberts could be a crucial player to the hosts this week.

Since being promoted back to the National League at the end of the 2024/25 season, Roberts has been none stop scoring for Scunthorpe.

Currently named as the club’s top goal scorer and 5 ^th in the league, Roberts has scored 15 goals so far this season and grabbed six assists showcasing that he can be a real threat to defenders.

After not winning a game in their last five fixtures, Scunthorpe will be wanting to win this weekend in an attempt to make their position in the table more secure.

Solihull Moors – Cameron Green

As The Moors face 6th-place Scunthorpe United, Solihull may look to Cameron Green.

Green’s abilities allow him to not only operate as a solid defender on the left, but also offer attacking threats further up the pitch.

Although he’s only offered one assist so far this season, Green has been an engine at the back for The Moors as he is more than capable of covering a significant amount of ground throughout the full 90 minutes as he proves to be a constant threat in all areas.

The 26-year-old also has bags of experience playing for Reading U18’s and U23’s, Watford U23’s as well as Wrexham, Braintree and Boston United.

With his high work rate and his threats at both ends of the pitch, The Moors may be looking towards Cameron Green.

- Match Report written by Emily O'Dwyer

Statistical Preview: Scunthorpe United vs Solihull Moors

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:04:50 GMT

Solihull sit 11th in the National League and have only won one of their last five games. Scunthorpe currently sit 5th in the League , but have not won any of their last five fixtures.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Scunthorpe’s recent clash with York to see what the statistics indicate about how they might set up against Solihull.

Scunthorpe United vs York City

Both teams were quite direct in the game when in possession. Scunthorpe had a long pass percentage of 18%, and York had a long pass percentage of 20%.

Despite losing the game 3-0, Scunthorpe created a similar quality of chances to York in the game. Scunthorpe created an xG (expected goals) of 1.24, and York created an xG of 1.39.

However, it was York who were a lot more clinical in front of goal. They had a post-shot xG of 1.87, which was higher than their xG, highlighting their quality in finishing. In comparison, Scunthorpe created a post-shot xG of 0.13, which was lower than their xG of 1.24.

York were also a lot more dominant in aerial duels with a win percentage of 62% whilst Scunthorpe only had a win percentage of 37%.

Final Thoughts

Solihull will feel confident that they can find the net in this upcoming game as Scunthorpe have conceded 15 goals in their last five fixtures (3 per game).

Solihull have been quite passive when out of possession this season, with an average PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 13.4. In comparison, Scunthorpe have been a lot more intense with their pressure off the ball, with an average PPDA of 9.9.

Scunthorpe have shaped up in a 4-1-4-1 formation in recent fixtures. With their recent form and the number of goals they have been conceding, they may look to change their setup.

NEW DATE: Woking FC vs Solihull Moors

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:15:47 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that our match vs Woking FC has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 14th April, 19:45 kick off, at The Laithwaite Community Stadium.

REVO SM To Sponsor Moors

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:28:59 GMT

Solihull Moors are proud to confirm a new three-season sponsorship agreement with Revo, who will be supporting the club as part of an exciting long-term partnership.

Revo are specialists in delivering innovative Enterprise Service Management solutions that help organisations modernise the way they operate.

In 2024, Revo worked with national care provider Agincare, transforming their approach to IT support by automating business processes and implementing their new Service Management platform.

A key part of this project was building a seamless integration with Agincare’s managed service provider, giving their team one central platform to log, monitor and report on IT service requests – whether handled in-house or externally. This increased visibility, efficiency and accountability, helping the business provide even better support to staff across the organisation.

By combining technical expertise with a problem-solving mindset, Revo have built a strong reputation for delivering tailored, future-ready solutions that empower their clients to work smarter.

Harrison Taylor , Solihull Moors’ Head Of Revenue, said:

"We’re delighted to welcome Revo as an official sponsor for the next three seasons. Their values of innovation and excellence are a great fit for the Moors and their backing helps us continue to grow both on the pitch and in the community. It’s fantastic to have their long-term support."

�� Find out more about Revo here: https://revosm.com

MATCH POSTPONED: Woking FC vs Solihull Moors

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:49:55 GMT

We can confirm that our match this evening at Woking FC has been postponed.

MATCH PREVIEW: Woking FC vs Solihull Moors

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:24:28 GMT

Solihull Moors travel to Woking Wednesday, 25 ^th February for a National League fixture.

Last time out, The Moors hosted Hartlepool United which resulted in a 4-3 defeat.

As they sit in 10 ^th place, Solihull have won only one and overseen one draw in their last five games in the National League.

Both teams have scored seven goals in the last five games.

The hosts this week, Woking, currently sit in 14 ^th place, where a win for them could push them as high as 11 ^th to be on the same number of points as Boston United and one point off their visitors, Solihull Moors.

Woking have won only one of their last five games in the National League, with a victory over Truro City.

Last time out for Woking, they travelled to Rochdale which resulted in a 3-0 defeat.

Last time these two teams met was September last year, when Solihull hosted Woking at Damson Park, which saw Woking take all three points back home with them in a 3-0 victory.

Predicted lineups:

Woking: Jaaskelainen, Drewe, Odusina, Okoli, Akinola, Syla, Richards, Beautyman, Gbode, Andrews, O’Brien

Solihull Moors: Walker, Clarke, French, Whitmore, Green, High, Moore, Lipsiuc, Worman, Wakeling, Wilkinson

Players to Watch

Woking - Harry Beautyman

Woking captain, Harry Beautyman, could be the key player for the hosts this week.

The 33-year-old has scored five goals so far this season, half as many as he scored last season, proving he has no issues in front of goal.

He has lots of experience that he brings to Woking, after making over 200 appearances for Sutton United, also playing in League one and League two for Peterborough United, Northampton and Stevenage.

Woking will be looking to get back to winning ways, especially at their home ground and they will be looking to their captain, Beautyman, in order to make sure they grab all three points.

Solihull Moors – Scott High

Scoring four goals and assist four other goals so far this season, Scott High could be the key player for Solihull Moors on Wednesday evening as The Moors look to get back to winning ways after recent form.

The 25-year-old has the ability to feed the forward players, as well as score goals himself, proving that he can be a real threat to Woking defence on Wednesday evening.

High has the ability to dictate the play, and due to his high work rate he’s able to contribute not only attackingly, but also defensively by recovering and being a real engine in the centre of the park for The Moors.

M atch Preview written by Emily O'Dwyer

Ticket & Travel Info: Scunthorpe United

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:20:32 GMT

Ticket prices purchased in advance of the day of the game.

Tickets can be purchased here: https://scunthorpeunited.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/ViewAllocation?fixtureId=16874&allocationGuid=ac7bd39c-abbc-4f93-b4e1-efb2e0a9b08e

Adult

£20.00

65+/Stu/18-21

£16.00

Under 18

£8.00

Under 12

£0.00 (max of two per paying adult / concession)

Thereafter matchday prices increase to £22, £17 and £10 respectively .

MATCH REPORT: Solihull Moors vs Hartlepool United

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:14:32 GMT

Another upset for Solihull Moors as another National League fixture results in a defeat, as Hartlepool United take all three points back with them.

Solihull Moors took the lead in the 8 ^th minute following a penalty which allowed Conor Wilkinson to covert from the penalty spot.

Hartlepool United hunted an equaliser and in the 20 ^th minute, Laurie Walker produced a great save to stop Hartlepool’s effort.

Four minutes later, The Moors doubled their lead after a poor pass back from Hartlepool’s Gavan Holohan ended up in the back of his own net.

With Hartlepool on the back foot, they found the goal they were searching for in the 40 ^th minute as Alex Reid found the back of the net.

Just before the break, Hartlepool found their second goal in order to equalise which came through Jamie Miley.

After the break, the Moors had a great spell of possession, allowing Darius Lipsiuc to have a chance, unfortunately for him, his efforts were off target.

As both teams battled for a winning goal, Hartlepool had a great effort in the 65 ^th minute to put them in front, but Tyler French produced an important block in front of goal to keep The Moors level.

Unfortunately for Hartlepool, play was stopped in the 75 ^th minute due to an injured player and play was then resumed in the 83 ^rd minute.

Only a minute later, Hartlepool scored a goal to put them in front through former Solihull Moors man Tyrese Sinclair.

After the 90 minutes, there was 13 minutes of added time and Hartlepool grabbed another goal as Tyrese Sinclair grabbed his second of the game.

Two minutes after, Solihull received a penalty which initially was missed by Bradley Stevenson, but Emmanuel Sonupe followed it up producing a fantastic bicycle kick to give The Moors their third goal of the game.

Solihull kept pushing for an equaliser until the final whistle, but it wasn’t enough to secure a draw as Hartlepool took back all three points.

The Moors will now turn their attention as they prepare for their next game away to Woking on Wednesday, 25 ^th February.

Lewis Baines Joins Solihull Moors on Loan

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 13:01:45 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the signing of defender Lewis Baines, who joins the Club on loan until the end of the season.

The left-footed centre-back arrives at Damson Park from Altrincham, where he has been a regular presence since the summer of 2022. Before his time at Altrincham, Baines featured prominently for Chorley, building a strong reputation for his defensive reliability and composure on the ball.

Baines brings valuable experience to the Moors back line as the Club heads into a crucial stage of the season, adding balance with his left foot and versatility across defensive positions.

Speaking on the signing, the Moors manager said:

“It’s great to have Lewis’ experience coming in at a crucial time in the season. He gives us more options along the back line, as well as bringing a lot of experience, strong defensive attributes and a solid left foot.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors would like to welcome Lewis to the Club and wish him every success during his time with the Moors.

Key Match Info: Solihull Moors vs Hartlepool United

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:47:50 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets
Season tickets are valid for this fixture

Opening times and turnstile access

The car park will open at 12 pm.

The box office for ticket collection will be open from 1 pm

The turnstiles will be open from 1 pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you bought your ticket.
The main bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 6 pm.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar, Trevor Stevens Suite, Forest Bar and the Fan Zone.

There will be food available at:

Burger Vans

Hot Food Bar in the old reception

GETTING HERE
PARKING
The Car Park is open from 12:30 pm and tickets can be purchased below:

https://solihullmoorsfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/car_park_solihull_moors_v_hartlepool

The match programme is downloadable here .

Solihull Moors Supporters Association
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

James Clarke: “We Know We’ve Got So Much Quality Going Forward.”

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:45:51 GMT

Solihull Moors defender, James Clarke, spoke about The Moors’ next game as they face 9th-place Hartlepool.

The Moors will host Hartlepool this Saturday 21st February at Damson Park, where three points for the Moors would put them into 9th place, ahead of Hartlepool, as Solihull push for a playoff place with 14 games left to play.

“I think it’s important for us to get back to winning ways because we’ve had a couple of tough results, which we think we could have got more out of, especially Eastleigh we were two goals up and ended up losing the game and then Braintree, we had lots of chances, I thought we could have won the game in the end.

“I think if we can win and kind of get back our momentum, then that would be great for the lads.

“We know we’ve got so much quality in the team, going forward especially. If we can keep it defensively tight at the back, I think there’s no problem with getting some goals.

“The last couple of games we haven’t quite put the performances in that we would have wanted to for the fans, and hopefully with a decent crowd we should hopefully be able to put a good performance in and show that we can go out there and have the energy level and quality and the desire to go and push on the last couple games of the season.”

-- Emily O'Dwyer

MATCH PREVIEW: Solihull Moors vs Hartlepool United

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:23:07 GMT

Solihull Moors host Hartlepool United Saturday 21 ^st February at Damson Park for another National League fixture.

Not many points separate these two teams, where a win for The Moors would see them overtake Hartlepool in the table with 14 games left to play.

Last time out saw Solihull Moors knocked out of the Birmingham County FA Senior Cup by Redditch United after a penalty shootout.

In terms of the league, Solihull have one win and one draw in the last five games, scoring four goals in five games.

Hartlepool make the 185-mile journey to Damson Park on Saturday, where they have one win and two draws in their last five.

Last time out saw the visitors lose 3-2 to current second place York City.

The two teams faced each other back in October, which saw Hartlepool grab three points in a 2-0 win over The Moors.

Predicted Lineups:

Solihull Moors: Walker, Clarke, French, Whitmore, Green, High, Worman, Lipsiuc, Sbarra, Sonupe, Wakeling.

Hartlepool United: Hayes, Benn, Hunter, Kouogun, McNally, Sheron, Miley, Daly, Campbell, Charman, Reid.

Players to watch

Solihull Moors – Jacob Wakeling

In a game where a draw doesn’t really benefit anyone, this is Jacob Wakeling’s opportunity to add some more goals to his tally.

So far this season, Wakeling has scored seven goals and grabbed five assists, scoring two goals recently against Eastleigh. With the opposition conceding 33 goals so far this season, Wakeling could be the key player to unlocking their defence.

With his ability to score goals as well as create clear chances, and his experience, Wakeling could be the key player for The Moors this weekend.

Hartlepool United – Tyrese Sinclair

Damson Park will be a familiar place for Tyrese Sinclair, as the former Solihull Moors player prepares to return to Damson Park after joining Hartlepool in January 2025.

Operating as a wide attacker, Sinclair has the ability to score goals with his creative flair. Known for his technical ability and energy, Sinclair can be a tricky player to play against.

Playing two games for Hartlepool so far, Sinclair will be looking to get his name on the scoresheet as both teams prepare for a must win game.

Key Match Info: Solihull Moors v Truro City

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:02:54 GMT

TICKETS
Season Tickets
Season tickets are valid for this fixture

Opening times and turnstile access
The box office for ticket collection will be open from 5:30pm
This match will not be segregated. The turnstiles will be open from 6pm for home and away supporters to gain entry into the stadium. When you purchase a match ticket, you must sit or stand in the area where you purchased your ticket.
The main bar and the Trevor Stevens Bar will be open at 6pm;
Hospitality/Executive Boxes
Hospitality doors for this fixture will open at 6pm.

Junior Tickets
14-year-olds and under must be accompanied by a full-paying adult on the day of the match, otherwise U14 ticket holders may be refused entry to the venue: to turn up to the match without a full-paying adult is a safeguarding issue.

SAFEGUARDING RE ADMISSION: Note for reference, those supporters aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult to enter the ground, i.e. individual must be 14 or over.

REFRESHMENTS
Supporters can purchase alcohol and refreshments from the Main Bar and Trevor Stevens Suite inside the Main Stand.

GETTING HERE

Car Parking
The Car Park is open from 5:30pm
Annual car parking passes for the coming season can be purchased, along with season tickets HERE
Please do not park on the Damson Parkway dual carriageway – this is a red route and parking here is strictly prohibited.
Supporters will receive tickets for parking illegally, so we stress the importance of utilising the NCP Car Park and planning your journey well in advance.

PARKING
Supporters who are unable to park at the stadium should use the NCP Car Park at Birmingham Airport Cargo Term ( B26 3QT ). Use code MOORS25 at the NCP Parking Point.

There are some operational changes at Cargo Freeport Car Park this season. This car park now operates as a barrierless car park. The code MOORS25 is a unique code for Solihull Moors matchdays only and fans must use this code when they pay at the pay machine before exiting to take advantage of the discounted price. Please note that the pay machines do not accept cash; they are card-only.

The Match Programme will be available to download here and team sheets are still available to purchase, priced at 50p.

Solihull Moors Supporters Association

The SMSA's Star Of The Day interview will take place in the Trevor Stevens Bar at 7:15pm
Click here to find out more about the Solihull Moors Supporters Association.

Billy Corns Extends Loan at Darlaston Town

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that Billy Corns has extended his loan with Darlaston Town until 3rd January 2026.

The extension will allow Corns to continue gaining valuable senior experience and regular game time in a competitive environment.

First Team Manager, Chris Millington, said:
“This loan makes sense for Billy. He’s a talented young player and I’m confident that the experience will continue to help him grow and develop. I’ll be keeping a close eye on his progress.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors wishes Billy the very best during his loan spell and looks forward to welcoming him back in the new year.

Dan Creaney Joins Tamworth on Two Month Loan

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that Dan Creaney will be joining his former club Tamworth, today on a 2-month loan.

Moors Manager, Chris Millington, said:

"We really wish Creans well for this loan spell. Creans suggested having a spell on loan to help him get back up to speed after his recent lay off. An opportunity to start games and build up that match sharpness will help hugely and ultimately serve Moors well. In the meantime we wish Creans the best for the loan and thank Tamworth for their help in making this happen.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors wishes Dan the very best during his loan spell .

TICKET DETAILS CONFIRMED FOR MOORS’ NATIONAL LEAGUE CUP CLASH WITH MANCHESTER UNITED U21s

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to confirm ticket details for our upcoming National League Cup fixture against Manchester United U21s at Damson Park on November 25th, 7pm kick off.

This highly anticipated cup tie will see the Moors take on one of English football’s most exciting young sides, with another memorable evening of football under the lights in store for supporters.

Chairman Darryl Eales said: “The Moors Family is at the heart of everything we do. We want to make football accessible to all and offering reduced entry costs for this fixture is a small way of saying thank you for your continued backing. We’d love to see a packed Damson Park driving the team forward and creating a brilliant atmosphere.”

With affordable tickets, hospitality packages and family offers available, there’s no better time to come together and support the Moors in cup action.

Ticket Information

Adults: £8

Ages 15–24 & 65+ : £4

Under 15s: Free with a paying adult (maximum of two free children per adult)

Season Ticket Holders: Free of charge (with a priority booking period before general sale)

Booking Fee: £1 per ticket

Car Parking: £10 (usual matchday rate applies)

�� Hospitality Packages

Jerroms Suite: £20 + VAT per person

Includes in-house buffet featuring sandwiches, pork pies, sausage rolls, and crisps.

Executive Boxes:

£200 + VAT for 10 guests (includes buffet)

£400 + VAT for double box

Children priced the same as adults

Click HERE to email Sharon to secure your place!

��️ Ticket Release Dates

Season Ticket Holders: Can claim their tickets from Wednesday 29th – Saturday 1st November until midday

General Sale: Opens midday Saturday, 1st November

Come and be part of what promises to be a fantastic occasion at Damson Park - let’s turn out in numbers, get behind the lads and showcase what the Moors Family is all about!

Dave Boddy Joins The Moors as CEO

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Solihull Moors are delighted to announce the appointment of Dave Boddy as CEO of the club.

Dave has a wealth of experience across the football world and is both well respected and well liked.

His most notable role was as CEO of Coventry City from 2017 - 2024 overseeing a rise from League Two to the Championship and being a penalty kick away from the Premier League. He was also previously Chair of Worcester City, CEO of Newport County AFC as well as holding senior roles in the general administration of the game.

On his appointment, Dave said, " I am really excited about the opportunity that the Moors are offering me and excited to be back in the game. Darryl and the rest of the team have built a great infrastructure for the Club and the Training Ground is the envy of most League One and Two Club's. I will be bringing a wealth of experience, ideas and enthusiasm to try and further help develop the Club both on and off the pitch and further cement the Club at the heart of its community.

Myself and Darryl have been speaking about the possibilities for over 6 months and Darryl involved me in the process of appointing Chris Millington at the back end of September which gave me a great insight to how the Club operates and what great potential there is"

Moors Chairman, Darryl Eales added, “ I am truly delighted to welcome Dave to Moors. We are very fortunate to have someone of his pedigree and wealth of knowledge and experience of the game.

He is well respected and liked for his ability, relationship based approach and integrity and I am excited to work together.”

Szhem Whyte-Hall Joins Alvechurch on Loan

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Solihull Moors can confirm that forward Szhem Whyte-Hall has joined Alvechurch FC on loan until January 4th, 2026.

The move provides Whyte-Hall with an excellent opportunity to gain valuable senior experience and regular game time in a competitive environment.

First Team Manager Chris Millington said:

“This is a positive move for Szhem. He’s a talented young forward and we’ll be keeping a close eye on his progress, and I’m confident the experience will help him continue to grow and develop.”

Everyone at Solihull Moors wishes Szhem the very best during his loan spell and looks forward to welcoming him back in the new year.

Statistical Preview: Eastleigh vs Solihull Moors

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:48:09 GMT

Eastleigh come into this weekend sitting 13th in the table, and are currently on a three-match unbeaten run. Solihull, meanwhile, sit in 18th, but have shown signs of improvement, winning two of their last four matches.

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will take a closer look at Eastleigh’s match in midweek against Truro City, to see what the statistics suggest about how they might approach this clash with Solihull Moors.

In midweek, Eastleigh faced newly promoted Truro City, and despite Truro dominating possession and registering more shots, Eastleigh secured a 2-0 win.

Eastleigh were very efficient with their shooting, with 50% of their efforts on target. This was likely influenced by their short average shot distance of 12.4 metres, compared to 16.5 metres for Truro.

Defensively, Eastleigh limited Truro’s chances well by being strong in challenges, winning 72% of their defensive duels and making 50 recoveries in their own box.

Looking at why Eastleigh only produced six shots themselves, their passing accuracy offers some insight. Their overall accuracy was just 68%, and even lower in key areas, with passes into the final third at 36%, and progressive passes at 52% .

Final Thoughts:

Despite Eastleigh averaging only 12 touches in the penalty area per match, compared to 24 for Solihull’s opponents, their higher shooting accuracy of 42% versus 36% suggests they will still be able to create some good quality goalscoring opportunities.

Solihull can also likely expect more of the ball in this match than they have been used to. They have averaged 43% possession so far this season, but Eastleigh have seen even less at 40%. A similar trend is seen with passing, with Eastleigh recording just 71% accuracy, compared to the 81% that Solihull’s opponents usually achieve.

Eastleigh rely heavily on longer passes, averaging 59 per match. With less time on the ball, they often use these long balls, along with progressive passes (64 attempted per game), to build attacks quickly and move the ball into dangerous areas.

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