After being tipped for a recall, Jack Butland has this afternoon been left out of the England squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. The Rangers goalkeeper earnt his first call up to the senior national team in 2012 after having only played senior football for Cheltenham Town but his wait for a […]
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PREVIEW: West Brom Women looking to avenge Stourbridge triumph in Black Country derby clash
West Brom Women are aiming for a third unbeaten game when they host Stourbridge at the Paycare Ground in the FAWNL Northern Premier this evening. The two are close local rivals but there was a stark contrast between the two sides when they met back in October as Stourbridge ran out 7-2 winners at the […]
Ex-Gloucestershire manager victim of heroic Premier League comeback as Luton Town let lead slip against Bournemouth
Former Forest Green Rovers head coach Rob Edwards saw his Luton Town side defeated last night, despite being three goals ahead at half-time against Bournemouth. Edwards’ men bounded ahead in the first half through Tahith Chong, Chiedozie Ogbene and Ross Barkley, but were pegged back dramatically by the Cherries. Striker Dominic Solanke began the comeback […]
Opinion: Why the Euro 2024 Play-offs are Rob Page’s last chance as Cymru manager
Cymru face Finland in the semi-final of the Euro 2024 play-offs on March 21. If Cymru are to lose it would be the first major tournament the nation hasn’t made since 2018 and likely the end of Rob Page’s tenure as manager. Cymru are set for the play-offs after a poor Euro’s qualifying campaign. Despite […]
Worcester City Women captain pleased with contribution as milestone reached at former Worcester Warriors home
Worcester City Women captain Jess Fassnidge says she doesn’t take goals for granted after netting a hat-trick in Friday night’s win over Knowle Ladies. City moved the game from their usual Sunday slot at Sixways Stadium to celebrate International Women’s Day and walked out to a jubilant crowd of over 500 supporters. Fassnidge marked the […]
“I love playing for this football club – I’ve got so many great memories”- Forest Green Rovers forward Christian Doidge after brace against Bradford City in 2-0 win
Bradford City 0 Forest Green 2 Forest Green striker Christian Doidge scored twice as his side secured a crucial 2-0 away win at in-form Bradford City. Doidge, who re-joined the club in January, headed home inside 60 seconds and hammered home a late spot-kick in a resolute Rovers display. The visitors produced an energetic and […]
“I don’t remember a team that has ever bullied us like this” – Danny Wright on Gloucester City’s late loss to Tamworth
Gloucester City forward Danny Wright admitted his side were “bullied” by National League North leaders Tamworth. Wright thought he gave his side the lead early on but was ruled off for an apparent hand ball by the referee. “The first goal it hit my arm then hit my body, I’ve then touched it round the […]
Willie Mullins on the verge of centurion history at the Cheltenham Festival, but what are the other famous 100s around Gloucestershire
With Willie Mullins just three wins away from bringing up the first ever Cheltenham Festival century with 100 wins, let’s look back at some other famous 100 marks from around Gloucestershire. Staying in horse racing, it’s the 100th year of the Gold Cup this year, with the centenary coming up on Friday, who has been […]
Latest Sports News LIVE: Captain Guinness wins Queen Mother Chase as wait for Willy Mullins 100th Cheltenham win goes on
Follow along with the latest sports news from Gloucestershire with our Park Life Sport Live blog. Including the second day of the famous Cheltenham Festival. We’ll have the latest from the races, as Style Day kicks off in, well, stylish fashion. Along with our tips for this afternoon’s exciting hurdles. There’s also reaction to Gloucester […]
EXCLUSIVE: You’ll Never Guess What Former Premier League Defender Curtis Davies Said Ahead of Cheltenham Festival Day One!
Former Premier League and curent Cheltenham Town defender Curtis Davies was spotted along with his fellow teammates entering the event, ahead of this afternoons opening day of the Cheltenham Festival. Speaking to Park Life Sport, Davies shared his excitement about the festival and who is planning to bank on today. “It’s my first time, I’ve […]