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 […]
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‘They were quality’ – Cardiff City loanee Tom Sang delighted as Cheltenham Town welcome fans back with with an eight-goal thriller
Cheltenham Town welcomed fans back to the Jonny-Rocks Stadium with a 5-3 win over fellow League Two high flyers Exeter City. Liam Sercombe scored twice against his former club, while Alfie May, Andy Williams, and Will Boyle added goals to secure a first win over the Grecians in seven years. An Exeter side who have […]
“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 vs Cambridge United: Michael Duff on unlikely top three and the challenge United present
Cheltenham Town boss Michael Duff believes Tuesday night’s game against Cambridge United will be ‘tight’ and ‘keenly contested’ given both sides’ standings in the League Two table. The Robins currently sit second following their 3-0 victory at home to Walsall on Saturday afternoon and they welcome third-place United to the Jonny Rocks Stadium. Your updated […]
Cheltenham Town moved up to third in League Two after they won 2-1 at Carlisle
It was the Robins’ first away win in the four games on the road and it moves them to within three points off league leaders Newport County. Goals from William Boyle and Conor Thomas ensured Michael Duff’s side came away with three points despite Jon Mellish pulling a goal back for Carlisle on the stroke […]
“We’ve had league games this season where we’ve not had to play as well as that.”: Cheltenham Town manager Michael Duff praises FA Cup opponents ahead of second-round draw.
Cheltenham Town manager Michael Duff was impressed with his opponents and a number of his players in his sides 3-1 victory over South Shields in the FA Cup first round. Cheltenham will be in the hat for the second round draw of the FA Cup after their first-round victory against National League Northern Premier Division […]
Cheltenham Town vs Port Vale: Robins expecting tough fixture at Vale Park
Cheltenham make the trip to Port Vale on Tuesday, with their eyes fixed firmly on improving in front of goal from Saturday’s goalless draw against Mansfield Town. The Robins are third in the league but could be a place higher, if not for a goalless draw against the struggling Stags at Whaddon Road. Manager Michael […]
Cheltenham Town joins the #LetFansIn campaign
Cheltenham Town FC are the one of the latest in a string of professional football clubs to publicly support the #LetFansIn movement. The online campaign to get fans back into sporting grounds around the country has amassed over 195,000 signatures already, meaning it will be considered in Parliament for debate. The likes of Manchester United, […]
Cheltenham Town v Grimsby Town Preview
Cheltenham Town have the opportunity to go top of the League Two table on Tuesday night as they take on Grimsby Town. Embed from Getty Images Michael Duff’s side will face Ian Holloway’s team who are without a win so far this season and who currently sit only above Oldham Athletic at the bottom of […]
The financial impact Covid-19 could have on the EFL
With top level football suspended until at least April 30th, and the risk of the season being deemed ‘null and void’ altogether, what impact could this have on clubs relying on this season, to stay out financial trouble? In a statement from the EFL, plans are being put in place to support clubs who could […]