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MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-1 SCARBOROUGH ATHLETIC

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-1 SCARBOROUGH ATHLETIC

The Silkmen were held by Scarborough Athletic on Saturday at the Leasing.com Stadium. The afternoon ended in a one all draw with goals either side of the break from Sam Heathcote and Dom Tear. Just two changes were made to the side that fell to defeat at Fylde on...

MATCH REPORT: AFC FYLDE 5-1 MACCLESFIELD FC

MATCH REPORT: AFC FYLDE 5-1 MACCLESFIELD FC

The Silkmen were well beaten by an efficient AFC Fylde side at Mill Farm on Tuesday evening. Macc were back at what would be considered full strength following squad rotation in the previous two games in the Isuzu FA Trophy and Cheshire Senior Cup prior to Saturday's...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 4-1 CONGLETON TOWN

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 4-1 CONGLETON TOWN

A youthful Silkmen side stormed to a 4-1 victory against Congleton Town in the Cheshire Senior Cup on Tuesday evening at the Leasing.com Stadium. Wholesale changes were made to the Silkmen side by Manager John Rooney. Senior starters included debutant Shea Callister,...

McLEOD MASTERMINDS MACC MARCH

McLEOD MASTERMINDS MACC MARCH

Macclesfield FC progressed to the Third Round of the Isuzu FA Trophy at the Leasing.com Stadium on Saturday afternoon, narrowly defeating Northern Premier League side Prescot Cables by a single Ethan McLeod goal. Five changes were made to the side that drew 1-1 with...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-1 AFC TELFORD UNITED

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-1 AFC TELFORD UNITED

The Silkmen were held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Telford United despite a Club record breaking goal from Danny Elliott on a frustrating Saturday afternoon at the Leasing.com Stadium. After a bright start from the visitors, an opening goal came from Remi Walker, who calmly...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 3-1 PETERBOROUGH SPORTS

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 3-1 PETERBOROUGH SPORTS

The Silkmen secured a 3-1 victory on their return to Enterprise National League North action on Tuesday evening against Peterborough Sports at the Leasing.com Stadium. Macc remained unchanged from Saturday’s success in the Emirates FA Cup First Round, having got the...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 6-3 AFC TOTTON | EMIRATES FA CUP

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 6-3 AFC TOTTON | EMIRATES FA CUP

The Silkmen made it through to the Second Round of the Emirates FA Cup in dramatic fashion and arguably the tie of the round with a 6-3 victory over Enterprise National League South side AFC Totton! One change was made to the side that put Enterprise National League...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD 1-0 SOUTH SHIELDS

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD 1-0 SOUTH SHIELDS

The Silkmen stopped league leaders South Shields as they issued the Mariners their first defeat of the Enterprise National League North season on Saturday afternoon at the Leasing.com Stadium Three changes were made to the side that dealt a further blow to struggling...

MATCH REPORT: LEAMINGTON FC 0-1 MACCLESFIELD FC

MATCH REPORT: LEAMINGTON FC 0-1 MACCLESFIELD FC

The Silkmen secured back-to-back victories with a 1-0 win over Leamington in the Enterprise National League North on Tuesday evening.  Three changes were made from the side that put Curzon Ashton to the sword on Saturday with Luis Lacey, Luke Duffy and Isaac...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 3-2 CURZON ASHTON

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 3-2 CURZON ASHTON

The Silkmen secured an overdue three points at home in the Enterprise National League North on Saturday afternoon thanks to a Danny Whitehead goal and Justin Johnson double against a determined Curzon Ashton side. Just one change was made from the side that...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-0 STAMFORD AFC

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-0 STAMFORD AFC

SILKMEN SKIPPER SINKS STAMFORD   Macclesfield FC reached the First Round Proper of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time on Saturday afternoon as they defeated Southern Premier League Central Division side Stamford AFC, thanks a solitary Paul Dawson goal.  ...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 0-1 MARINE

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 0-1 MARINE

Ten men Silkmen slipped to a 1-0 defeat in their tenth Enterprise National League North fixture at home to Marine on a stormy Saturday afternoon.  Just two changes were made to the Silkmen side that defeated Nantwich Town in the Emirates FA Cup with Sam Heathcote and...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 2-0 NANTWICH TOWN

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 2-0 NANTWICH TOWN

The Silkmen secured their place in the Fourth Round Qualifying of the Emirates FA Cup with a 2-0 win over fellow Cheshire East side Nantwich Town at the Leasing.com Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Four changes were made to the Silkmen side that lost late on at Chorley...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 3-0 ATHERTON LR | EMIRATES FA CUP

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 3-0 ATHERTON LR | EMIRATES FA CUP

The Silkmen progressed to the Third Round Qualifying of the Emirates FA Cup after a 3-0 win at home to NWCFL side Atherton Laburnum Rovers on Saturday afternoon. A first senior start was handed to Carlos Dos Santos after his progression from the Macclesfield...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-3 MERTHYR TOWN

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1-3 MERTHYR TOWN

The Silkmen fell to a 3-1 defeat and their first loss at home in the Enterprise National League North against Merthyr Town on Tuesday evening. Two changes were made from the side that defeated Darlington at the death on Saturday with Paul Dawson and Sam Heathcote...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 2-1 DARLINGTON

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 2-1 DARLINGTON

The Silkmen grabbed a last gasp winner to dispatch Darlington on Saturday afternoon at the Leasing.com Stadium. One change was made to the side that secured a key point away at Spennymoor on Monday, with Isaac Buckley-Ricketts replacing the injured Luke Matheson. New...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1 V 1 ALFRETON TOWN

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC 1 V 1 ALFRETON TOWN

The Silkmen were held on their return to the Leasing.com Stadium at the beginning of the bank holiday weekend. Three changes were made to the side that dispatched Southport at Haig Avenue on Tuesday evening, with Luis Lacey making his first start for the Club after...

Match Report: Worksop (H)

Match Report: Worksop (H)

The Silkmen surged to the top of the Enterprise National League North with an inspiring 3 - 1 win at home to Worksop Town yesterday. After a cagey opening period, the most clearcut chances fell to the visitors. Rollin Menayese and Luke Matheson in particular put their...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD 2 CONNAH’S QUAY NOMADS 1

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD 2 CONNAH’S QUAY NOMADS 1

The Silkmen ran out 2 - 1 winners in their fifth pre-season fixture at home to Connah's Quay Nomads on Tuesday evening, thanks to two first-half strikes from D’Mani Mellor and Danny Whitehead.  Familiar faces returned to the Leasing.com Stadium for The Nomads,...

Match Report: FC Halifax Town

Match Report: FC Halifax Town

Macclesfield fell to back to back home defeats in their pre season campaign losing, 1-0 to Halifax Town. The Shaymen started brightly as Owen Bray crossed the ball into Will Harris whose flicked shot brushed off the near post. Shortly after this, Halifax were in...

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC LADIES 2 V 2 STOCKPORT COUNTY U-23S

MATCH REPORT: MACCLESFIELD FC LADIES 2 V 2 STOCKPORT COUNTY U-23S

Our Ladies Team commenced their pre-season programme yesterday, and earned an encouraging 2 - 2 draw against Tier 7 side, Stockport County. The home side started brightly and carved out numerous chances in the opening exchanges with wingers Courtney Briggs and Nicole...

Match Report: Mansfield Town

Match Report: Mansfield Town

Macclesfield’s first pre-season game ended in defeat to League one opposition Mansfield Town. Don Dwyer and Rhys Oates with the goals for Mansfield as they got the win against The Silkmen. The game began with Macclesfield creating the first chance of the game as...

Report: Whitby Town

Report: Whitby Town

Macclesfield FC ended their title-winning season on a high with a comfortable 4-0 victory against Whitby Town. The first big opportunity came in the 19th minute as Lewis Fensome made his way into the box before a deflected shot just breezed past the post. Just seconds...

Report: Guiseley (A)

Report: Guiseley (A)

Macclesfield FC earned their ninth consecutive victory after a 3-0 win away to Guiseley. In just seven minutes, the Silkmen had a perfect start as Neil Kengni ran in behind the defence before dribbling the ball around the keeper to claim an early lead. 10 minutes...

Report: Blyth Spartans (A)

Report: Blyth Spartans (A)

Macclesfield FC cruised their way to an away victory after a dominant 5-0 win against Blyth Spartans. Just five minutes in, the Silkmen came close to taking the lead when Brandon Lee’s cross found the head of D’Mani Mellor, forcing a save from Lewis Baker. In the 17th...

Report: Bamber Bridge

Report: Bamber Bridge

Macclesfield FC earned a title-claiming win after a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Bamber Bridge.  The game was end-to-end action from the beginning as Danny Elliott was denied three minutes into the match with his shot comfortably saved by Charlie Casper. In the...

Report: Morpeth Town

Report: Morpeth Town

Macclesfield FC moved another step closer to their destiny after picking up a 4-0 win away to Morpeth Town. The Highwaymen came close to breaking the deadlock as after a mistake from Paul Dawson, Sam Hodgson ran through on goal and squared the ball across to Jack...

Report: Matlock Town (H)

Report: Matlock Town (H)

Macclesfield FC make it four consecutive wins after a convincing 1-0 victory over Matlock Town. The Silkmen came close to an early lead as John Rooney’s cross found Danny Elliott lurking at the back post who could not keep his header on target. In the 7th minute,...

Report: Lancaster City (A)

Report: Lancaster City (A)

Macclesfield FC continue their successful run of form with a 3-1 victory over Lancaster City. The Silkmen came close to taking the lead inside six minutes when Paul Dawson skied his effort at the edge of the area. In the 14th minute, Laurent Mendy tested the Lancaster...

Report: Warrington Rylands (A)

Report: Warrington Rylands (A)

Macclesfield FC are now unbeaten in six after securing a 3-1 win against Warrington Rylands.  The game started off with the Blues almost taking the lead as Alex Kiwomya was through on goal but denied by Max Dearnley, before Jake Burton’s rebound skied over the bar. In...

Report: Mickleover (H)

Report: Mickleover (H)

Macclesfield FC earned revenge for their first league defeat of the season with a dominant 6-1 victory over Mickleover FC. The Silkmen started strong in the first 20 minutes as Danny Elliott came close to open the scoring with a header off target and a shot straight...

Report: Basford United

Report: Basford United

Macclesfield FC earned their third consecutive victory after a 1-0 win against Basford United.  Inside 10 minutes, Luke Duffy came close to taking the lead for the Silkmen when his shot, from the edge of the area, went narrowly wide of the post. In the 16th minute,...

Report: Gainsborough Trinity (A)

Report: Gainsborough Trinity (A)

Macclesfield FC get back-to-back wins after a dominant display to beat Gainsborough Trinity 4-0. The Silkmen did not take long to score the opener as Luke Duffy made the scoresheet inside three minutes after a terrific solo effort. Robbie Savage’s side nearly doubled...

Report: FC United of Manchester

Report: FC United of Manchester

Macclesfield FC got back to winning ways after a 2-0 victory against FC United of Manchester at the Leasing.com Stadium. The away side pressured the Silkmen early when Gerald Sithole’s testing shot was on target but was saved and held by Max Dearnley. Robbie Savage’s...

Report: Worksop Town (H)

Report: Worksop Town (H)

Macclesfield FC get their first home win of 2025 after coming from behind to win 3-1 against Worksop Town. The Silkmen started the game strong, creating plenty of attacking opportunities as Tre Pemberton’s shot was stopped in the 10th minute, before Luke Duffy’s...

Report: Leek Town (H)

Report: Leek Town (H)

Macclesfield FC’s unbeaten home record comes to an end after losing 2-1 to Leek Town. The first half did not showcase any particular chances until the 18th minute when James Edmondson’s shot from outside the box just raised over the bar. Leek thought they had broken...

Report: Stockton Town

Report: Stockton Town

Macclesfield FC cruise their way to victory after a 4-1 win against Stockton Town. The Silkmen’s top scorer, Danny Elliott, added another goal to his tally for the season after breaking the deadlock inside 11 minutes. 10 minutes later, Stockton Town’s captain, Adam...

Report: Altrincham (A)

Report: Altrincham (A)

Macclesfield FC are knocked out of the Isuzu FA Trophy after a 4-2 defeat on penalties against Altrincham. Three minutes into the game, Matty Kosylo almost put Altrincham ahead when his deflected shot went wide of the goal. In the 14th minute, John Rooney delivered a...

Report: Blyth Spartans

Report: Blyth Spartans

Macclesfield FC continue their reign of dominance in the Northern Premier League after a whopping 6-0 win over Blyth Spartans.  Less than a minute in, John Rooney took the lead for the Silkmen after some link-up play with James Edmondson from a short corner, allowing...

Report: Curzon Ashton (A)

Report: Curzon Ashton (A)

Macclesfield FC advance to the third round of the Isuzu FA Trophy after defeating Curzon Ashton on penalties.  The Nash broke the deadlock early when Marcus Poscha netted his first goal of the season. Alex Curran almost equalised five minutes afterwards when he...

Report: Morpeth Town (H)

Report: Morpeth Town (H)

Macclesfield FC continue to shine after a comfortable 2-0 victory over Morpeth Town. Plenty of chances were showcased at the beginning of the first half when Luke Duffy’s cross was blocked, but not cleared, finding Elliott who could not poke the ball past the keeper....

Report: Stalybridge Celtic (H)

Report: Stalybridge Celtic (H)

Macclesfield FC are knocked out of the Cheshire Senior Cup after suffering a 3-1 defeat to Stalybridge Celtic. The Youth team got the opportunity to showcase what they were made of as all 16 players managed to get some gametime. The away side took the lead in 16...

Report: Lancaster City (H)

Report: Lancaster City (H)

Macclesfield FC continue their rich run of form after a comfortable 5-1 victory against Lancaster City. The game did not start to plan as four minutes in, Dylan Thompson headed in a cross from the six-yard area for Lancaster. It would not take long for the Silkmen to...

Report: Ashton United (FA Trophy)

Report: Ashton United (FA Trophy)

Silkmen score seven to reach the second round of the Isuzu FA Trophy with a victory over Ashton United at the Leasing.com Stadium. The first chance of the game fell to Ashton player Nathan Lowe who sliced over the bar. Just three minutes later Dontai Gabidon received...

Report: Warrington Rylands (H)

Report: Warrington Rylands (H)

Macclesfield FC go seven points clear at the top of the table after a 1-0 victory over Warrington Rylands. Danny Elliott broke the deadlock in the 12th minute, securing his 11th goal of the season. After suffering an injury in the 37th minute, Elliott came off for...

Report: Tamworth FC (A)

Report: Tamworth FC (A)

Macclesfield FC were defeated in the Fourth Qualifying Round of the Emirates FA Cup away against National League side Tamworth FC. Danny Elliott almost broke the deadlock 15 minutes into the game when he was unmarked on the six-yard box, but his effort went just wide...

Report: City of Liverpool (A)

Report: City of Liverpool (A)

A brace from Danny Elliott and a goal from Justin Johnson as Macclesfield beat City of Liverpool in the Isuzu FA Trophy. A goalless first half saw limited chances between the two sides with Courtney Duffus almost breaking the deadlock, but his header went over the...

Report: Witton Albion (H)

Report: Witton Albion (H)

Silkmen put six past Witton Albion to reach the Fourth Qualifying Round of the Emirates FA Cup. John Rooney opened the scoring with a volley just outside the six-yard box just 16 minutes into the game beating the Witton Albion keeper at the near post after a good...

Report: Gainsborough Trinity (H)

Report: Gainsborough Trinity (H)

Two first half goals as Macclesfield beat Gainsborough Trinty at home and remain top of the Northern Premier League. Gainsborough Trinity almost broke the deadlock just two minutes into the game on the counter through Declan Howe, but Silkmen keeper Max Dearley...

Report: Basford United (A)

Report: Basford United (A)

Four second half goals for the Silkmen as they beat Basford United to remain top of the Northern Premier League. The first goal of the afternoon was just five minutes into the game when D’Mani Mellor chased after a pass back to the Basford goalkeeper and his clearance...

Report: South Shields (H)

Report: South Shields (H)

Captain Paul Dawson scores twice as Macclesfield reach the third qualifying round of the Emirates FA Cup after beating National League North side South Shields 5-0 at The Leasing.com Stadium. Twelve minutes into the game, the hosts took an early lead when forward...

Report: Macclesfield FC 1-0 Prescot Cables

Report: Macclesfield FC 1-0 Prescot Cables

An early Danny Elliott overhead kick saw The Silkmen make it two from two with victory over Prescot Cables.  A dominant first-half display was rewarded as Neil Kengni was sent in down the left before crossing to Elliott whose overhead kick beat Mendes in the Prescot...

Report: Worksop 0-1 Macclesfield

Report: Worksop 0-1 Macclesfield

A late Luke Duffy goal helped Robbie Savage's Silkmen pick up a big three points on the opening day of the season over Worksop Town.  In a game with few chances, it took until the 89th minute for the deadlock to be broken as new addition Justin Johnson was freed down...

REPORT: THE NEW SAINTS (A)

REPORT: THE NEW SAINTS (A)

Alex Curran's first goal of pre-season handed The Silkmen a share of the spoils in an entertaining contest against The New Saints on Saturday. The game started with Macc dominating the early possession, yet it was the hosts who managed to carve out the first real...

REPORT: STALYBRIDGE CELTIC

REPORT: STALYBRIDGE CELTIC

Goals from Tre Pemberton and Danny Elliott handed The Silkmen their second pre-season victory last night, in what proved to be an entertaining clash against a spirited Stalybridge Celtic side. Macc started the brighter and could well have opened the scoring within the...

REPORT: BLACKBURN ROVERS XI

REPORT: BLACKBURN ROVERS XI

The Silkmen embarked on their pre-season programme with a spirited 2 - 0 victory against a Blackburn Rovers XI side on Saturday afternoon, with two second half strikes proving decisive. The opening exchanges saw Blackburn enjoy the bulk of possession and it was the...

MATCH REPORT: MARINE (H)

MATCH REPORT: MARINE (H)

Kane Drummond’s goal was not enough to come back in a hard-fought game to end Michael Clegg’s sides promotion hopes and cement Marine as playoff victors. Drummond’s audacious shot seemed to be taken care of by the keeper who dove to his right and got a hand to the...

MATCH REPORT: BASFORD UNITED (A)

MATCH REPORT: BASFORD UNITED (A)

A second half turnaround engineered by Luke Duffy and Tunde Owolabi saw Macclesfield take all three points from Nottingham against Basford United. The game began in an unusual style for The Silkmen, as they struggled to stamp their authority on their opponents....

MATCH REPORT: FC UNITED OF MANCHESTER

MATCH REPORT: FC UNITED OF MANCHESTER

Sam Heathcote’s strike from distance helped secure all three points for Michael Clegg’s side to increase Macclesfield’s chances of promotion. Heathcote put the game to bed in the 67th minute when the ball fell to him on the edge of the box after a cross was not...