WELCOME FROM JON SADDINGTON

The lads are full of confidence following recent back-to-back league wins and tonight represents another opportunity to build on that momentum. 

The 5-1 thrashing of Worksop Town was incredibly enjoyable, but the 2-1 victory at Kidderminster was perhaps the more impressive result given relative prospects (and budget) of our opponents. Not many clubs will take 3 points away from Aggborough Stadium so the lads should be justifiably proud!  

The squad is looking sharper, more determined, and Peterborough Sports at home is exactly the kind of fixture we should be targeting for 3 points, especially if our ambitions of making the play-offs are to become a reality. 

Our loan players continue to impress…Paddy McLaughlin, Max Howells, Charlie Lennon and Darryl Ombang all seem to be enjoying their time with us. Long may that continue.  

Peterborough Sports arrive in less comfortable shape. Results so far suggest a season of struggle ahead. They do have some bright individuals: forward Josiah Dyer has picked up a couple of goals already this campaign, whilst Kane Felix has pace to burn and is always a threat.

At the time of writing, The Turbines are 23rd in the table, and you suspect they'll be fighting against relegation this season. For a small club, Peterborough Sports have one brilliantly to stay in this league over the past few seasons, but National League North gets tougher each season, and you do fear for them.  

Our last meeting with Peterborough Sports didn’t quite go our way…a 1-4 reverse back in March. That result should drive us tonight! 

Finally, I'd like to extend a warm welcome to the supporters, players, and officials of Peterborough Sports.

YOURCLUB MEN’S PLAYER OF OCTOBER

Jack Maskell is your YOURCLUB DFC Men's Player of October!

From ten shortlisted players, Jack received a substantial 68% of your votes, beating Charlie Lennon (17%) into second place.

Well done to Jack on winning his first POTM award of the season!

Thank you to everyone who voted and look out on YOURCLUB at the beginning of December for your chance to vote on November’s POTM.

QUAKER LOTTERY

I'm pleased to report that DFCSG’s Quaker Lottery continues to go from strength to strength in the very capable hands Pete Ashmore.

As a result of a recent upturn in participants (the largest number since inception in 2012) the proceeds from Quaker Lottery are now providing contributions to Darlington Football Club of £1,600 per month.

Each month there is a chance to win a prize of £1,000, also there are 8 chances to win a prize £50. So, if you're not already in it, why not join? The cost is only £5 per month per number.

For more information click here or email lottery@darlingtonfc.org.

TRAVELLING AWAY ON THE SUPPORTERS’ COACH

Our next scheduled away trip is on Saturday 29th November, when we travel to Bedford Town. The coach will depart from Park Place at 9:30am. The price for adult DFCSG members is £30 (£15 juniors) and adult non-members is £33 (£17 juniors).

The following Saturday (6th December), we make the trip to Oxford City. The coach will depart from Park Place at 9:15am. The price for adult DFCSG members is £30 (£15 juniors) and adult non-members is £33 (£17 juniors).

All bookings will need to be done via the DFC App (click on 'Shop'). We would urge supporters to remind themselves of our Conditions of Travel, particularly those under 18, at https://yourclub.darlingtonfc.co.uk/away-travel-conditions-of-travel