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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
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
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...
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”
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
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...
Alex Bruce after Warrington Rylands victory
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
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)
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.
Alex Bruce after Hyde point
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....
Alex Bruce on Gainsborough victory
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
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
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...
Alex Bruce after Workington point
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
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
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”
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)
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...
Alex Bruce after Bradford (Park Avenue) Defeat
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)
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...
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)
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
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...
SILKMEN WELCOME DORKING WANDERERS IN FA TROPHY FOURTH ROUND
We can confirm that we will host National League side Dorking Wanderers in the Fourth Round of the Isuzu FA Trophy. The tie will be played on Saturday 13th January with a scheduled 3pm kick off.
BRUCE: “WE’VE SHOWN THAT WE ARE A GOOD TEAM”
Silkmen manager Alex Bruce was delighted with his side's performance after Saturday's FA Trophy victory against higher opposition in Curzon Ashton. Bruce remains unbeaten since taking charge of the Silkmen at the end of October and Saturday's victory against one of...
LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN
The Champions League group stages reach its climax this week with a lot on the line for a number of the English sides. Can Manchester United and Newcastle secure qualification on home soil? Here are the LIVE events in Bar Twenty Seven this week. Tuesday 17:45 - PSV...
ISUZU FA TROPHY FOURTH ROUND DRAW – MONDAY 3:15PM
After our progression in the Isuzu FA Trophy on Saturday afternoon away to Curzon Ashton, The Silkmen are in the Last 32 of the competition. The tie is scheduled to take place on Saturday 13th January meaning are game against Ashton United will be moved to a new...
ISUZU FA TROPHY HIGHLIGHTS: CURZON ASHTON (A)
MATCH REPORT: CURZON ASHTON
Second-half goals from Luke Duffy and Alex Curran ensured that The Silkmen progressed through to the last 32 of the Isuzu FA Trophy against Curzon Ashton. Fresh from his hat trick in midweek, Oumar Niasse was lively in the opening 20 minutes and could have put...
CURRAN: “WE KNOW WE CAN BEAT THEM”
Midfielder Alex Curran indicated that the squad is full of confidence ahead of a trip to his former side Curzon Ashton in the Third Round of the Isuzu FA Trophy. The Silkmen are unbeaten since Alex Bruce took charge of the side back in October and Curran believes...
MATCH PREVIEW: CURZON ASHTON (A)
Macclesfield FC return to Isuzu FA Trophy action this weekend as we make the short journey to Curzon Ashton in the Third Round. Both sides come into the game following weekends without fixtures as The Silkmen's game at Bamber Bridge was postponed due to a frozen...
Alex Curran Previews Curzon Ashton Trip
Dave Timmis On Extending Leasing.com Deal Until 2027
OPPOSITION FOCUS: CURZON ASHTON
The Silkmen make the short journey to Greater Manchester to take on Curzon Ashton in The Isuzu FA Trophy Third Round on Saturday. Both sides will be looking to make it to the Fourth Round of the competition for the very first time We take a look at a deeper look at...
LEASING.COM EXTEND STADIUM SPONSORSHIP IN A CLUB RECORD-BREAKING SIX-FIGURE DEAL
LEASING.COM EXTEND STADIUM SPONSORSHIP IN A CLUB RECORD-BREAKING SIX-FIGURE DEAL Ever since our inception, the name of Leasing.com has been synonymous with the rise of Macclesfield FC. Not only were Leasing.com our very first sponsor, but their passion and loyalty saw...
MATCH REPORT: TRANMERE ROVERS
Oumar Niasse scored a hattrick on his debut to secure victory in a thrilling end to the game. In the 22nd minute, Luke Mariette sent the ball into the box which Niasse managed to control and back heel into the goal. The former Everton forward scored his second inside...
CHESHIRE SENIOR CUP HIGHLIGHTS: TRANMERE ROVERS (H)
DYLAN BERRY EXTENDS LOAN FROM NORWICH
We are pleased to announce that goalkeeper Dylan Berry has extended his loan from Norwich City for a further month. Berry has made six appearances so far for The Silkmen making two clean sheets so far. Everyone at the club would like to wish Dylan well during his...
MATCH PREVIEW: TRANMERE ROVERS
The Silkmen are back in Cheshire Senior Cup action this evening as League Two Tranmere Rovers visit the Leasing.com Stadium. Peter Band and Robbie Savage will once again take the side this evening which features some first team players as well as a number of our...
NEW DATE FOR BAMBER BRIDGE TRIP
Following the postponement of this Saturday's game away at Bamber Bridge, we can confirm the game will now be played on Saturday 9th March 2024 at 3pm. Tickets already purchased for Saturday will be valid for the rearranged game in March.
LIVE IN BAR TWENTY SEVEN
It's a double round of Premier League fixtures this week as the busy Christmas schedule approaches. Here are the LIVE events in Bar Twenty Seven including midweek Amazon Prime fixtures. Tuesday Wolves vs Burnley - 19:30 Luton vs Arsenal - 20:15 Wednesday Brighton vs...
MATCH PREVIEW: BAMBER BRIDGE (A)
The Silkmen will be looking to carry on their unbeaten start under Alex Bruce as we make the journey to Lancashire to face Bamber Bridge. Alex Bruce's side have scored 15 in five games in all competitions following Saturday's 5-1 victory over Guiseley. Bamber Bridge...
CONFIRMED DATE FOR MATLOCK TOWN TRIP
Due to our progression in the Isuzu FA Trophy, our away trip to Matlock Town is now confirmed for Tuesday 9th January 2024 with a 19:45 kick off. We will bring ticket news as soon as we receive them for our trip to The Proctor Cars Stadium.
Macclesfield FC are delighted to confirm that Aquadart have agreed to sponsor Oumar Niasse.
Macclesfield FC are delighted to confirm that Aquadart have agreed to sponsor Oumar Niasse. Aquadart owner Demis Ohandjanian played for Macclesfield Town in the mid-1990s and featured in that amazing 3 - 2 victory at Stevenage Borough back in 1997. Aquadart Bathrooms...
TICKETS: Curzon Ashton FA Trophy (Third Round)
The Silkmen travel to National League North side Curzon Ashton on Saturday 9th of December in the Isuzu FA Trophy - Third Round. Tickets are now available via the link below TICKETS ➡️...
Bamber Bridge Ticket Update
Next up for the Silkmen in the Northern Premier League is Bamber Bridge this Saturday 2nd December with a 15:00 KO. Tickets will be available from Bar Twenty Seven this Wednesday 29th November from 17:00 to 19:00. (CASH ONLY) Ticket Prices are as follows: Adults: £12...
Highlights: Guiseley AFC (H)
MATCH PREVIEW: GUISELEY (H)
The Silkmen return to The Leasing.com Stadium this weekend as Guiseley are the visitors. Alex Bruce's side come into the game off the back of a 6-0 midweek victory over Atherton Collieries where Kane Drummond scored four. The visitors from West Yorkshire are one of...
SILKMEN SIGN £13.5 MILLION MAN
Macclesfield FC are delighted to have agreed terms to the signing of former Everton and Hull City striker Oumar Niasse on a short term deal subject to league approval. Boasting a wealth of experience, Niasse will be able to share his expertise from making over 50...
HIGHLIGHTS: Atherton Collieries (H)
MATCH REPORT: ATHERTON COLLIERIES
Kane Drummond scored four goals in an incredible second half display to continue Alex Bruce’s unbeaten run since joining the club. Drummond’s first came in the 51st minute with a calmly taken goal after patient build up play from Alex Curran and Brandon Lee who...
LUKE MARIETTE JOINS ON LOAN
Macclesfield FC are pleased to have agreed terms to the loan signing of midfielder Luke Mariette from Blackpool until the end of the season subject to FA and League approval. The former Welsh U18 International joins The Silkmen having previously spent a month on...
JAMES HARDY COMPLETES ASHTON UNITED MOVE
Macclesfield FC can confirm that midfielder James Hardy has completed a permanent transfer to Ashton United for an undisclosed fee. Hardy made 30 appearances for The Silkmen since joining from Buxton originally on loan before making his deal permanent in early 2023....
TICKET NEWS: BAMBER BRIDGE (A)
Tickets are now available for our trip to The SFC Stadium as we take on Bamber Bridge a week on Saturday. Tickets will be on sale in Bar 27 after tomorrow's game against Atherton Collieries. Sales will be cash ONLY. Prices are as follows: Adults - £12 Concession - £8...