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SHEA SIGNS FOR THE SILKMEN

SHEA SIGNS FOR THE SILKMEN

Macclesfield FC are delighted to announce the signing of 19-year-old Goalkeeper Shea Callister on dual registration terms from Maghull FC! Callister joins us on a dual registration from NWCFL Division One North side Maghull, who he signed for at the start of the...

MATCH PREVIEW: LEAMINGTON FC VS MACCLESFIELD FC

MATCH PREVIEW: LEAMINGTON FC VS MACCLESFIELD FC

The Silkmen return to Enterprise National League North action this evening as they face Leamington at the 'Your Co-Op Community Stadium' John Rooney's men head in to this one full of confidence as they'll look to follow up on Saturday's much needed home league victory...

BEDFORD TOWN CLASH RE-ARRANGED FOR 2ND DECEMBER

BEDFORD TOWN CLASH RE-ARRANGED FOR 2ND DECEMBER

We can confirm that our rearranged Enterprise National League North clash away to Bedford Town will now take place on Tuesday 2nd December. Our original clash at The Eyrie Stadium has been moved as a result of our progression in the Emirates FA Cup. We will now travel...

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...

MAX SIGNS FOR MACC!

MAX SIGNS FOR MACC!

Macclesfield FC are delighted to announce the signing of 22-year-old forward Max Woltman! Woltman joins the Silkmen ranks after a successful trial period with the Club, having trained with the group for the last few weeks and has impressed Manager John Rooney in doing...

MATCH PREVIEW: MACCLESFIELD FC VS CURZON ASHTON

MATCH PREVIEW: MACCLESFIELD FC VS CURZON ASHTON

The Silkmen return to Enterprise National League North action as they face Curzon Ashton at the Leasing.com Stadium on Saturday afternoon. John Rooney's men will be looking to follow up last Saturday's Emirates FA Cup victory over Stamford AFC and secure a much needed...

FIXTURE INFORMATION: SILKMEN VS AFC TOTTON | EMIRATES FA CUP

FIXTURE INFORMATION: SILKMEN VS AFC TOTTON | EMIRATES FA CUP

Details of Macclesfield FC's historic Emirates FA Cup First Round Proper tie against AFC Totton have now been confirmed. The tie will take place on Saturday 1st November, kicking off 3pm. Tickets will initially go on sale to season ticket holders at midday on Monday...

CLUB STATEMENT: SEAN ETALUKU

CLUB STATEMENT: SEAN ETALUKU

Over the course of the last few months, Macclesfield FC have received a number of offers for midfielder Sean Etaluku. All of these were from higher division teams and politely declined. Just over three weeks ago, we received a significant bid from Enterprise National...

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 PREVIEW: STAMFORD AFC | EMIRATES FA CUP

MATCH PREVIEW: STAMFORD AFC | EMIRATES FA CUP

John Rooney's Silkmen face Stamford AFC in the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round Qualifying at the Leasing.com Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Macc head in to this one with a point to prove and looking to bounce back from last Saturday's defeat to Marine in the Enterprise...

PETER BAND STEPS DOWN

PETER BAND STEPS DOWN

Macclesfield FC can confirm that First Team Coach Peter Band has decided to step down from the role. Bandy has played a pivotal role in our success to date and will forever remain a true Silkmen Legend. It goes without saying that we wish Peter every success for the...

MATCH PREVIEW: MARINE (H)

MATCH PREVIEW: MARINE (H)

The Silkmen return to Enterprise National League North action as they face Marine at the Leasing.com Stadium on Saturday afternoon. John Rooney's men will be looking to follow up last Saturday's Emirates FA Cup victory over Nantwich Town at the Leasing.com Stadium,...

EMIRATES FA CUP TICKET NEWS: STAMFORD AFC (H)

EMIRATES FA CUP TICKET NEWS: STAMFORD AFC (H)

The Silkmen will host Stamford AFC on Saturday 11th October at the Leasing.com Stadium in the Fourth Round Qualifying of the Emirates FA Cup, kicking off at 3pm. Our home support has been nothing short of magnificent so far this season and in the early qualifying...

MATCH POSTPONED: HEREFORD (A)

MATCH POSTPONED: HEREFORD (A)

As a result of our progression to the Fourth Round Qualifying of the Emirates FA Cup, our Enterprise National League North fixture away at Hereford FC, originally scheduled for Saturday 11th October at 3pm, has been postponed. A new date for our trip to Edgar Street...

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...

CHESHIRE SENIOR CUP SECOND ROUND DRAW: CONGLETON TOWN (H)

CHESHIRE SENIOR CUP SECOND ROUND DRAW: CONGLETON TOWN (H)

The Silkmen have been drawn to face Congleton Town at the Leasing.com Stadium in the Second Round of the Cheshire Senior Cup. Further information on the tie including a set date, kick off time and ticket details will be confirmed in due course.

COACH TRAVEL: CHORLEY (A)

COACH TRAVEL: CHORLEY (A)

Macclesfield FC make the 86-mile round trip to Chorley this coming Saturday, and we will need our loyal away support right behind us once more at Victory Park. For those who would like to enjoy the day without the strain of driving, two supporter coaches will be...

EMIRATES FA CUP THIRD ROUND QUALIFYING DRAW: NANTWICH TOWN (H)

EMIRATES FA CUP THIRD ROUND QUALIFYING DRAW: NANTWICH TOWN (H)

Macclesfield FC will face Nantwich Town at the Leasing.com Stadium in the Third Round Qualifying of the Emirates FA Cup on Saturday 27th September! Further fixture and ticket information will be released in due course. Thoughts on the draw, Silkmen fans? Let us know...

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 PREVIEW: ATHERTON LR (H) – EMIRATES FA CUP

MATCH PREVIEW: ATHERTON LR (H) – EMIRATES FA CUP

John Rooney's Silkmen face Atherton Laburnum Rovers on Saturday afternoon at the Leasing.com in the Emirates FA Cup Second Round Qualifying. Macc head in to this one as the favourites with Atherton LR currently situated in 11th place in the North West Counties Premier...

MATCH PREVIEW: KIDDERMINSTER HARRIERS (A)

MATCH PREVIEW: KIDDERMINSTER HARRIERS (A)

The Silkmen travel to the Midlands on Saturday, as they take on Kidderminster Harriers at Aggborough in our next Enterprise National League North away fixture. John Rooney will be looking for a reaction after Tuesday's defeat at home to Merthyr Town in front of 2,651...

SILKMEN GOAL OF THE MONTH – AUGUST 2025

SILKMEN GOAL OF THE MONTH – AUGUST 2025

It's now time to vote for your August goal of the month, sponsored by Kenny's Waste Management. Four standout strikes have been nominated for the competition, they are as follows: Danny Elliott vs Worksop Town Isaac Buckley-Ricketts vs Oxford City Luis Lacey vs...

EDMONDSON RETURNS FROM ROVERS

EDMONDSON RETURNS FROM ROVERS

Macclesfield FC are delighted to welcome James Edmondson back to the Club on loan from Blackburn Rovers until the end of January. Edmondson returns from the EFL Championship side on a short-term loan having impressed at the Leasing.com Stadium during his initial...

KAY LOANED IN FROM LATICS

KAY LOANED IN FROM LATICS

Macclesfield FC are delighted to have captured the signature of Josh Kay on loan from Oldham Athletic! The 28 year-old midfielder moves to Macc from EFL League Two side Oldham, managed by Micky Mellon, following their promotion from the National League last season....

MATCH PREVIEW: MERTHYR TOWN (H)

MATCH PREVIEW: MERTHYR TOWN (H)

John Rooney's Silkmen face Merthyr Town under the lights on Tuesday evening at the Leasing.com in the Enterprise National League North. Macc head in to this one full of confidence having snatched a late winner at home to Darlington on Saturday afternoon. Silkmen fans...

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 PREVIEW: DARLINGTON (H)

MATCH PREVIEW: DARLINGTON (H)

John Rooney's Silkmen face Darlington at the Leasing.com Stadium on Saturday afternoon in the Enterprise National League North. Macc head in to this one determined to take all three points following two consecutive draws at home to Alfreton and away at Spennymoor over...

SILKMEN SIGN LUKE GRIFFITHS

SILKMEN SIGN LUKE GRIFFITHS

Macclesfield FC are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Luke Griffiths on a short-term deal! Luke, who was most recently at fellow Enterprise National League North side Curzon Ashton, joins the Silkmen having impressed in a Club record season at the Nash,...

TICKET NEWS: KIDDERMINSTER HARRIERS (A)

TICKET NEWS: KIDDERMINSTER HARRIERS (A)

The Silkmen will travel to the Aggborough Stadium on Saturday 6th September as John Rooney's side face Kidderminster Harriers in another huge game on the road as part of our Enterprise National League North journey. The game will kick off at 15:00, with Macc fans...

MATCH PREVIEW: SPENNYMOOR TOWN (A)

MATCH PREVIEW: SPENNYMOOR TOWN (A)

John Rooney's Silkmen travel to the North East, as they take on Spennymoor Town in our third Enterprise National League North away fixture on Bank Holiday Monday. Macc will be looking to get back to winning ways after Saturday's draw against Alfreton Town in front of...

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 HIGHLIGHTS: SOUTHPORT FC 1-2 MACCLESFIELD FC

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: SOUTHPORT FC 1-2 MACCLESFIELD FC

Relive our inspired 2-1 victory at Southport last night, as goals from Isaac Buckley-Ricketts and Luis Lacey helped secure our first Enterprise National League North away victory in dramatic style.

AWAY DAY BLUES: SOUTHPORT

AWAY DAY BLUES: SOUTHPORT

The Silkmen make the journey to Haig Avenue as we take on Southport in our next Enterprise National League North fixture. We are looking forward to seeing all the visiting Silkmen fans and thank each and every one of them for their phenomenal support. For those...

BENEFITS OF TAP IN: USER GUIDE

BENEFITS OF TAP IN: USER GUIDE

Macclesfield FC and Elms Marketing were delighted to launch our groundbreaking new fan engagement initative Tap In at the Club's first Enterprise National League North fixture at home to Worksop Town. We are thrilled to see and hear about so many of our fans first...

AWAY DAY BLUES: OXFORD CITY

AWAY DAY BLUES: OXFORD CITY

The Silkmen travel to Oxford City for our very first Enterprise National League North away fixture on Saturday 16th August. Here's all the key information Macc fans need to know ahead of this historic occasion. The MGroup Stadium, Court Place Farm, Marston, Oxford,...

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 Preview: Worksop Town (H)

Match Preview: Worksop Town (H)

The Silkmen begin their debut season in the Enterprise National League North at home to Worksop on Saturday 9th August. John Rooney & Francis Jeffers will make their first league appearances in the home dugout as Manager & Assistant Manager respectively....

TICKET NEWS: SOUTHPORT (A)

TICKET NEWS: SOUTHPORT (A)

The Silkmen travel to Haig Avenue for our first midweek fixture of the 2025/26 Enterprise National League North season on Tuesday 19th August, with the game kicking off at 19:45. Tickets can now be purchased online via the link below: AWAY TICKETS: SOUTHPORT VS...

TICKET NEWS: OXFORD CITY (A)

TICKET NEWS: OXFORD CITY (A)

The Silkmen will travel to the MGroup Stadium on Saturday 16th August, as John Rooney's side face Oxford City in our first away fixture of the 2025/26 Enterprise National League North season. The game will kick off at 15:00, and a large and vociferous army of...

FRANCIS JEFFERS JOINS AS ASSISTANT MANAGER

FRANCIS JEFFERS JOINS AS ASSISTANT MANAGER

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Francis Jeffers as our new Assistant Manager.  Francis adds a wealth of knowledge to our backroom team and will be a huge asset to John Rooney and his staff. Having had an illustrious playing career spanning over 15...

LUKE MATHESON JOINS THE SILKMEN

LUKE MATHESON JOINS THE SILKMEN

Macclesfield FC are delighted to have captured the signature of young full-back Luke Matheson following his departure from Bolton Wanderers. Luke, who has had a remarkable start to his career, joins The Silkmen following a most recent two-year spell with EFL League...

Match Preview: Barwell FC (H)

Match Preview: Barwell FC (H)

Macclesfield FC welcome Barwell to the Leasing.com Stadium in our latest pre-season fixture, building up to the 2025/26 season. The Leicestershire outfit stepped in at the final hour to fulfil a game this Saturday, and we thank them for agreeing to the fixture at such...

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,...

CARLOS DOS SANTOS SIGNS FIRST TEAM CONTRACT

CARLOS DOS SANTOS SIGNS FIRST TEAM CONTRACT

Macclesfield FC are pleased to announce that Carlos Dos Santos has signed ahead of the 2025/26 season.  The midfielder possesses great pace and power, as well as great versatility, being able to play in a number of positions in midfield and in defence. Dos Santos is a...

BARWELL FC TO VISIT THE LEASING.COM STADIUM ON SATURDAY

BARWELL FC TO VISIT THE LEASING.COM STADIUM ON SATURDAY

We are pleased to confirm that we will welcome Barwell FC to the Leasing.com Stadium this Saturday (26th).  The Leicestershire outfit currently play in the Southern Premier Central at Step Three of Non League. We would like to thank everyone at Barwell for agreeing to...

John Rooney: “We were easily the better team.”

John Rooney: “We were easily the better team.”

As is a saying in football, the scoreline doesn’t always tell the full story of a fixture, and in manager John Rooney’s eyes, this was applicable after Macclesfield’s 1-0 defeat at home to National League side Halifax Town on Saturday, July 19, where the 34-year-old...

2025/26 SQUAD NUMBERS

2025/26 SQUAD NUMBERS

We are pleased to confirm our 2025/26 squad numbers ahead of our debut season in the Enterprise National League North. Here is the full list of numbers: 1) Max DEARNLEY 3) Brandon LEE 4) Lewis FENSOME 5) Rollin MENAYESE 6) Paul DAWSON 7) Isaac BUCKLEY-RICKETTS 8)...

REGAN GRIFFITHS BOLSTERS SILKMEN MIDFIELD RANKS

REGAN GRIFFITHS BOLSTERS SILKMEN MIDFIELD RANKS

Macclesfield FC are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Regan Griffiths. The 25-year-old joins us following a successful trial period and becomes our fourth summer addition. A product of the Crewe Alexandra Academy, Griffiths signed his first professional...

ETHAN McLEOD BECOMES OUR THIRD SUMMER ADDITION

ETHAN McLEOD BECOMES OUR THIRD SUMMER ADDITION

Macclesfield FC are delighted to announce the signing of forward Ethan McLeod. The 21-year-old becomes the Silkmen’s third addition of the summer following the arrivals of Isaac Buckley-Ricketts and Josef Yarney. McLeod was one of a number of trialists involved in...

2025/26 ENTERPRISE NATIONAL LEAGUE NORTH FIXTURES

2025/26 ENTERPRISE NATIONAL LEAGUE NORTH FIXTURES

We are pleased to confirm our fixtures for the 2025/26 Enterprise National League North season.  The Silkmen will make their Step Two bow at home on Saturday, 9th August to fellow promoted side Worksop Town. Our first away game takes us to Oxford City on August 16th....