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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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). —— 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. —— 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
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
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.
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.
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.
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 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. 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 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.
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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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. —— 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
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
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.
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.
