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FIRST TEAM UPDATE

FIRST TEAM UPDATE

Macclesfield FC can provide the following update on the First Team squad.  Oumar Niasse and Seb Thompson have officially left the club and we wish them well for the future. Sam Grimshaw has also returned from his loan spell at Widnes but is expected to be absent for...

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

The Premier League returns from the winter break with a double round of fixtures. The Six Nations also returns for 2024 with England in action Italy before our home game against Bamber Bridge. Here is what is LIVE in Bar Twenty Seven this week. Tuesday - Nottingham...

TICKET NEWS: HAMPTON AND RICHMOND (A)

TICKET NEWS: HAMPTON AND RICHMOND (A)

Ticket details have been confirmed for our Isuzu FA Trophy tie away at Hampton and Richmond Borough on February 10th.  Prices are as follows: Adults - £14 (£16 on the day) Concessions - £12 (£13) 16 - 18 - £5 U16 - £3 U5 - FREE Tickets can be purchased...

MATCH PREVIEW: GUISELEY (A)

MATCH PREVIEW: GUISELEY (A)

The Silkmen are back on the road this Saturday as we make the trip to West Yorkshire to take on Guiseley.  Alex Bruce's side will be looking to bounce back after last Saturday's home defeat to Radcliffe. Silkmen last faced Guiseley back in November winning 5-1 at the...

CLUB STATEMENT: OWOLABI RED CARD APPEAL

CLUB STATEMENT: OWOLABI RED CARD APPEAL

After lodging an appeal against the red card shown to Babatunde Owolabi, we can confirm that we have been unsuccessful and Tunde will therefore serve a three-game suspension.  Owolabi was dismissed in the 41st minute of last Saturday's fixture at home to Radcliffe...

NEW DATE FOR STAFFORD RANGERS CLASH

NEW DATE FOR STAFFORD RANGERS CLASH

As a result of our progression in the Isuzu FA Trophy, our away game at Stafford Rangers has been rearranged.  The new date will be Tuesday 19th March with a 7:45 kick off. We will bring you ticket news as soon as it is released.  

OPPOSITION FOCUS: GUISELEY AFC

OPPOSITION FOCUS: GUISELEY AFC

The Silkmen are back on their travels in league action as we make the journey to West Yorkshire to take on Guiseley. Alex Bruce's side will be looking to bounce back after Saturday's defeat at home to Radcliffe. The Lions of Guiseley will be looking to push on with...

WOMENS TEAM UPDATE

WOMENS TEAM UPDATE

Our Women's First Team progressed through to the Quarter Final of the Ladies Cheshire Cup following a victory over Ellesmere Port Town. Braces from Megan Cardenas and Celeste Gordon saw The Silkmen defeat higher opposition and set up a home clash with Crewe Alexandra...

CLUB STATEMENT: OWOLABI RED CARD APPEAL

UPDATE: RED CARD APPEAL – BABATUNDE OWOLABI

Macclesfield FC can today confirm that we have submitted an appeal for the red card received by striker Babatunde Owolabi.  Owolabi was dismissed in the 41st minute of Saturday's Northern Premier League Premier Division game against Radcliffe FC due to alleged serious...

BRUCE: “WE ALL NEED TO STICK TOGETHER”

BRUCE: “WE ALL NEED TO STICK TOGETHER”

Silkmen manager Alex Bruce encouraged the need for unity as his side battled so hard with 10 men despite falling to a home defeat to league leaders Radcliffe.  Macc had to play more than 50 minutes with a man disadvantage after Tunde Owolabi was dismissed for an...

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

It's a big week of cup football across England this week as the Carabao Cup Semi Finals come to a conclusion and the FA Cup Fourth Round. Here is what is LIVE in Bar Twenty Seven.  Tuesday: Chelsea vs Middlesbrough - 8pm (Sky Sports Main Event) Wednesday: Fulham vs...

MATCH PREVIEW: RADCLIFFE (H)

MATCH PREVIEW: RADCLIFFE (H)

Macclesfield FC return to league action at the Leasing.com Stadium as we welcome league leaders Radcliffe.  Alex Bruce’s side will be looking to build momentum after a positive victory last time out in the Isuzu FA Trophy against Dorking Wanderers. Radcliffe sit...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: GUISELEY AFC

TICKET NEWS: GUISELEY AFC

Ticket details for our trip to Yorkshire next Saturday to face Guiseley AFC have been confirmed.  Tickets will be available for purchase on the gate with payment via cash at all our turnstiles and card at turnstiles 1&2 unless otherwise specified. Prices are as...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: RADCLIFFE FC

OPPOSITION FOCUS: RADCLIFFE FC

Macclesfield FC are back in league action again this Saturday as league leader Radcliffe visit the Leasing.com Stadium.  Alex Bruce's side come into the game off a high after their Isuzu FA Trophy victory over Dorking at the weekend. Radcliffe are currently sitting...

QUARTET SIGN NEW CONTRACTS AT THE CLUB

QUARTET SIGN NEW CONTRACTS AT THE CLUB

Macclesfield FC are delighted to announce that Laurent Mendy, Brandon Lee, Lewis Fensome, and Neil Kengni have all signed new contracts at the club.  Kengni joined us from Marine last summer and has gone on to make over 75 appearances for The Silkmen so far scoring 18...

CHESHIRE CUP VS CREWE CONFIRMED

CHESHIRE CUP VS CREWE CONFIRMED

Our Cheshire Senior Cup Quarter Final against Crewe Alexandra has been confirmed.  The game will take place on Tuesday 30th January with a 7:45 kick off. Ticket details will be released in due course.

BRUCE: “EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM WAS A JOY TO WATCH”

BRUCE: “EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM WAS A JOY TO WATCH”

Silkmen manager Alex Bruce was full of praise for his side after a convincing 5-0 victory over National League side Dorking Wanderers in the Isuzu FA Trophy.   Macclesfield went into a two-goal lead at halftime thanks to goals from Tunde Owolabi and Alex Curran and...

TICKET NEWS: HAMPTON AND RICHMOND (A)

SILKMEN TO TRAVEL TO HAMPTON AND RICHMOND IN FA TROPHY

We can confirm that we will travel to National League South side Hampton and Richmond Borough in the Isuzu FA Trophy Fifth Round.  Tie will be played on Saturday 10th February. Ticket details will be confirmed in due course.

ISUZU FA TROPHY FIFTH ROUND DRAW – MONDAY 3:15PM

ISUZU FA TROPHY FIFTH ROUND DRAW – MONDAY 3:15PM

After our amazing result yesterday at home to Dorking Wanderers, The Silkmen progress into the Last 16 of the Isuzu FA Trophy.  The next round of the competition is scheduled to be played on the weekend of the 10th February 2024 resulting in our away game against...

MATCH PREVIEW: DORKING WANDERERS

MATCH PREVIEW: DORKING WANDERERS

Macclesfield FC return to Isuzu FA Trophy action this Saturday as Dorking Wanderers make the trip to the Leasing.com Stadium.  The Silkmen defeated National League North side Curzon Ashton in the last round thanks to goals from Alex Curran and Luke Duffy. Marc White's...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: DORKING WANDERERS

OPPOSITION FOCUS: DORKING WANDERERS

The Silkmen take a break from league action this weekend as we continue our FA Trophy journey with Dorking Wanderers travelling to SK11. Alex Bruce's side knocked out National League North Curzon Ashton in the last round thanks to goals from Luke Duffy and Alex Curran...

MATCH REPORT: MATLOCK TOWN

MATCH REPORT: MATLOCK TOWN

Two second half goals from Alex Curran and Tre Pemberton was enough for the Silkmen to defeat Matlock Town.  The first half saw very little chances between the two sides, but it was the hosts who came the closest to opening the scoring through Ioan Evans who had a...

DYLAN BERRY EXTENDS UNTIL THE END OF THE SEASON

DYLAN BERRY EXTENDS UNTIL THE END OF THE SEASON

We are pleased to announce that goalkeeper Dylan Berry has extended his loan from Norwich City until the end of the season.  Berry has been ever present since joining The Silkmen at the start of November making 13 starts so far and keeping five clean sheets. Everyone...

MATCH PREVIEW: MATLOCK TOWN (A)

MATCH PREVIEW: MATLOCK TOWN (A)

Macclesfield FC are back on the road again this evening as we make the trip over to Derbyshire to take on Matlock Town.  The Silkmen defeated The Gladiators earlier in the season after second-half goals from Paul Dawson, Tom Peers, and Neil Kengni saw Macc secure a...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: MATLOCK TOWN

OPPOSITION FOCUS: MATLOCK TOWN

The Silkmen are back on the road this evening as we make the trip over the Peak District to Matlock Town. Alex Bruce's side will be looking to bounce back following a disappointing home defeat to Lancaster City at the weekend. We take a closer look at The Gladiators...

BRUCE: “WE KEEP THROWING A GRENADE INTO THE PACK”

BRUCE: “WE KEEP THROWING A GRENADE INTO THE PACK”

 Manager Alex Bruce was disappointed with his side's first half performance after going two goals down and ultimately coming away empty-handed.  The Silkmen were way below par in the first half and went in 2-0 down thanks to goals from Sam and Charlie Bailey. A John...

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

The Premier League returns this weekend with a couple of important fixtures at both ends of the table. The Carabao Cup also reaches the semi final stage and here is what is LIVE in Bar Twenty-Seven:  Tuesday -  Middlesbrough vs Chelsea (League Cup) - 8pm Wednesday - ...

MATCH PREVIEW: LANCASTER CITY (H)

MATCH PREVIEW: LANCASTER CITY (H)

Macclesfield FC return to the Leasing.com Stadium for the first time in 2024 as we welcome Lancaster City.  Alex Bruce's side will be looking to build momentum after a positive victory on New Year's Day away to fellow promotion rivals Warrington Rylands. Lancaster...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: LANCASTER CITY

OPPOSITION FOCUS: LANCASTER CITY

The Silkmen are back at The Leasing.com Stadium for the first time in 2024 as we welcome Lancaster City.  Alex Bruce's side will be looking to carry on from New Year's Day victory over Warrington Rylands. We take a look at our visitors in Opposition Focus. HISTORY ...

DREW BAKER SIGNS FOR THE SILKMEN

DREW BAKER SIGNS FOR THE SILKMEN

Macclesfield FC are pleased to have agreed terms to the signing of defender Drew Baker from Fleetwood Town.  Baker was an ever-present at FC United of Manchester back in 2021/22 which earned him a move to The Cod Army in January 2022. The 21-year-old earnt his...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: MATLOCK TOWN

TICKET NEWS: MATLOCK TOWN (A)

The Silkmen make the relatively short trip to Matlock Town on Tuesday night. Tickets are now on sale for our trip to Derbyshire. Ticket prices are as follows: Adult - £12 Concession - £8 Student - £7 16-18 - £5 10-15 - £3 Under 10 - FREE Tickets can be purchased...

BRUCE: “WE SHOWED A DIFFERENT KIND OF BRAVERY”

BRUCE: “WE SHOWED A DIFFERENT KIND OF BRAVERY”

Silkmen manager Alex Bruce praised his side's bravery in yesterday's 3-2 victory away at Warrington Rylands to kickstart 2024 in style.   Thanks to a John Rooney hat-trick, the Silkmen picked up all three points to the fellow Cheshire side. Bruce's side went into...

MATCH REPORT: WARRINGTON RYLANDS

MATCH REPORT: WARRINGTON RYLANDS

Silkmen kicked off 2024 in style as a John Rooney hat trick sealed a five goal thriller against Warrington Rylands. Rooney opened the scoring in the 13th minute after Luke Duffy played a fantastic cross into the box. It took a few ricochets before looping into the...

MATCH PREVIEW: WARRINGTON RYLANDS (A)

MATCH PREVIEW: WARRINGTON RYLANDS (A)

Macclesfield FC kickstart 2024 with a challenging Cheshire Derby away to Warrington Rylands.  It will be the third time the sides will have met this season after the 1-1 draw back in August and The FA Cup clash where The Silkmen came out 2-1 winners. Rylands will be a...

TUNDE OWOLABI JOINS THE SILKMEN

TUNDE OWOLABI JOINS THE SILKMEN

Macclesfield FC are pleased to have agreed terms with striker Tunde Owolabi subject to FA approval and international clearance.  The 28-year-old recently left Cork City where he scored several times in the Irish Premier Division. He also had a spell with St Pats...

TICKET NEWS: WARRINGTON RYLANDS (A)

TICKET NEWS: WARRINGTON RYLANDS (A)

Tickets for our trip to Warrington Rylands are available for purchase. Ticket prices are as follows: Adult – £10 Concession – £7 U16 – £2 Tickets are available HERE.

MATCH PREVIEW: HYDE UNITED

MATCH PREVIEW: HYDE UNITED

Boxing Day football at The Leasing.com Stadium as Macclesfield welcome Hyde United in a play off battle.  Alex Bruce's side come into Tuesday's game following an impressive 3-1 victory away at Gainsborough thanks to goals from Luke Duffy, John Rooney and Paul Dawson....

MATCH PREVIEW: GAINSBOROUGH (A)

MATCH PREVIEW: GAINSBOROUGH (A)

Macclesfield FC take on their second away trip of the week as we make the journey to Lincolnshire to face Gainsborough Trinity.  The Silkmen come into the game off the back of a 0-0 draw away at Workington on Tuesday night. The hosts are without a win in their last...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: GAINSBOROUGH TRINITY

OPPOSITION FOCUS: GAINSBOROUGH TRINITY

Macclesfield are back on the road once again as we make the journey to Lincolnshire to take on Gainsborough Trinity.  Alex Bruce will be looking to start the Christmas schedule with a victory against a Gainsborough side without a win in five. We take a closer look at...

DANNY WHITAKER JOINS BRADFORD (PARK AVENUE) AS MANAGER

DANNY WHITAKER JOINS BRADFORD (PARK AVENUE) AS MANAGER

Macclesfield FC can confirm today that Head of Player Development Danny Whitaker has taken the vacant manager's position at Bradford (Park Avenue).  Danny was a synonymous figure in the rise of our football club and will carry memories forward that will last a...

MATCH PREVIEW: WORKINGTON (A)

MATCH PREVIEW: WORKINGTON (A)

Macclesfield FC make the long journey to Cumbria this evening to take on Workington AFC at Borough Park.  The game originally scheduled for mid-November was moved due to The Silkmen's FA Trophy exploits resulting in a long journey in late December. Alex Bruce's side...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: WORKINGTON AFC

OPPOSITION FOCUS: WORKINGTON AFC

The games keep coming thick and fast as The Silkmen make the long journey to Cumbria to take on Workington. Alex Bruce's side will be looking to avenge the 4-3 defeat to Bradford Park Avenue at the weekend. We took a closer look at the Cumbrian outfit in opposition...

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN

The Christmas schedule is ramping up with a number of games in the League Cup and Premier League this week. Here is what is LIVE in Bar Twenty Seven. Tuesday Chelsea vs Newcastle - 8pm  Wednesday Liverpool vs West Ham - 8pm Thursday Crystal Palace vs Brighton - 8pm ...

BRUCE: “IF YOU UNDERESTIMATE ANY OPPONENT, YOU CAN GET PUNISHED”

BRUCE: “IF YOU UNDERESTIMATE ANY OPPONENT, YOU CAN GET PUNISHED”

Silkmen manager Alex Bruce was disappointed with his side's individual mistakes after Saturday's loss at home against Bradford (Park Avenue). Bruce suffered his first defeat as Silkmen boss after a frustrating performance against struggling Bradford (Park Avenue)....

MATCH REPORT: BRADFORD (PARK AVENUE)

MATCH REPORT: BRADFORD (PARK AVENUE)

Alex Bruce’s undefeated start came to an end after Jordan Preston secured all three points for the away side.  The winner came in the 57th minute when Luke Berry’s save deflected towards Preston who struck the ball into the goal. Kane Drummond opened the scoring in...

TICKET NEWS: DORKING WANDERERS (H)

TICKET NEWS: DORKING WANDERERS (H)

Tickets are now available for our Isuzu FA Trophy Fourth Round tie at home to Dorking Wanderers.  We welcome the National League side on Saturday 13th January 2024 and ticket prices are as follows: Adult - £12 Concession - £9 Disabled - £7 Student - £7 U18 - £5 U12 -...

MATCH PREVIEW: BRADFORD (PARK AVENUE)

MATCH PREVIEW: BRADFORD (PARK AVENUE)

The Silkmen return to league action at The Leasing.com Stadium this Saturday as Bradford (Park Avenue) make the journey from West Yorkshire.  Alex Bruce's side come into the game off the back of an excellent victory away at Curzon Ashton in the Isuzu FA Trophy setting...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: GAINSBOROUGH TRINITY

TICKET NEWS: GAINSBOROUGH TRINITY (A)

Tickets are also on sale for our trip to Lincolnshire a week on Saturday as we travel to Gainsborough Trinity.  The Silkmen travel to the KAL Group Stadium to take on Trinity. Ticket prices are as follows: Adult - £13 Concession - £9 Under 16 - £4 Tickets available...

TICKET NEWS: WORKINGTON AFC (A)

TICKET NEWS: WORKINGTON AFC (A)

Tickets are available for our long trip to Workington AFC on Tuesday night. It would be great to see so many Silkmen fans as possible make the long journey to Cumbria. Ticket prices are as follows: Adults - £13 Concessions - £8 U18 - £3 Tickets available for online...

OPPOSITION FOCUS: BRADFORD PARK AVENUE

OPPOSITION FOCUS: BRADFORD PARK AVENUE

The Silkmen are back at The Leasing.com Stadium this Saturday as Bradford Park Avenue make the journey from West Yorkshire.  Alex Bruce's side will be looking to push on over the busy Christmas period and Saturday's fixture starts a run of four games in ten days. We...