The Papa John’s Trophy regularly gets mixed reviews. Some see it as the perfect opportunity to give minutes to squad players and win silverware, whereas others argue it clogs the fixture list. Ahead of their second round clash against Portsmouth on Tuesday, Cheltenham Town manager Michael Duff explained that he enjoys this competition for a […]
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Cheltenham Town Vs Portsmouth: Michael Duff prepares team for “free hit” game against Portsmouth
Cheltenham Town continued their fantastic start to the season with a win against Exeter City on Saturday but next face the challenge of Portsmouth in the Papa John’s Trophy. As top scorers and one of the promotion favourites in League One, the south coast side pose a serious threat to the Robins, however manager Michael […]
RAINBOW LACES: Cheltenham Town manager and players show support and unity towards future openly gay players and potential teammates
Cheltenham Town manager and players demonstrate their support for any future player that comes out as openly gay. During this years Rainbow Laces, the aim of the campaign is to make sport more of a safer and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ fans. And one way that safety of supporters could be enhanced is if a […]
Cheltenham Town manager Michael Duff: EFL Trophy fixture against Portsmouth a “free hit”
After their best ever start to a Football League season, Cheltenham Town next face the challenge of League One opposition Portsmouth in the Papa John’s Trophy. Despite, the obvious challenge of facing a team from the division above, manager Michael Duff insisted that this match would be a “free hit”. “They’ve got a good manager, […]
“I can’t wait for the draw!” Cheltenham striker Alfie May chooses his dream cup draw and looks ahead to Bradford City
The Emirates FA Cup third round draw commences this evening and Cheltenham Town will be a part of it for the first time since 2012 – when the Robins were drawn against Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur. “I can’t wait for the draw,” says striker Alfie May with a beaming smile on his face. “Since […]
George Lloyd: “For me, it’s all about playing competitive football week in week out.”
Cheltenham Town striker George Lloyd has built himself up from academy prospect to first team regular during his first three years as a professional player. The Gloucester-born youngster put pen to paper on a long-term deal in 2017, and has featured in 14 games so far this season, scoring three goals. Despite a two week […]
“The obvious choice is Burnley!” Michael Duff looks ahead to FA Cup draw and League Two action
Cheltenham Town will feature in the third round draw of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time since 2012 this evening after the Robins saw off League One side Crewe Alexandra on Saturday. “I thought it was really strong performance over the 120 minutes. Ideally you wouldn’t go want to go into extra time […]
Cheltenham Town’s George Lloyd reflects on his ‘frustrating’ season so far
Cheltenham Town striker George Lloyd admits he has got ‘mixed feelings’ on his start to the 2020/21 League Two season in the first team set-up. The 20-year-old suffered a concussion in the Robins’ 1-0 win to Scunthorpe on October 20, resulting in a two week lay-off to halt his run in the starting XI. Lloyd […]
Cheltenham Town releases iFollow Figures
Cheltenham Town FC, alongside most of the clubs in the EFL, have joined the iFollow streaming service to allow supporters to watch their fixtures live whilst fans are not allowed into stadiums. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, football fans have not been allowed into stadiums since March and with major broadcasting services such as Sky […]
“It didn’t take him long to get up to speed.” Michael Duff praises 19-year-old Ellis Chapman
Cheltenham Town manager Michael Duff has praised the ability of 19-year-old midfielder Ellis Chapman and his ability to “get up to speed” in starting for the first team. The Robins signed Chapman on a free transfer in October from League One side Lincoln City, where he made his debut at the age of 16, going […]