David Steel | 28th November 2024
Missed yesterday's game or just couldn't get hold of a programme? YOURCLUB Content brings you DFCSG's programme notes from the Scunthorpe United game.
WELCOME FROM JON SADDINGTON
“Wembley, Wembley…we’re the famous Darlington and we’re going to Wembley!”
Only another five wins and you can start planning the big day out. Sorry, I'm getting carried away, but that second half performance against Buxton was so good. Hats off to Cedric Main for a brilliant individual goal, Will Flint for his MOTM performance and credit to Jarrett for being 'Mr Dependable' whenever called upon.
Today we entertain our old foes Scunthorpe United. The Iron are historically one of the best-supported clubs in non-league and, just like Darlo, are aiming to for a return to the Football League following turbulent times.
At the time of writing, Scunny occupy 4th place and are pushing hard to secure a play-off place. Recent form has been patchy and includes a defeat to Warrington Rylands in the FA Trophy.
Former Newcastle United and Blyth Spartans forward, Callum Roberts, is the club's top scorer on eight goals and he's likely to be partnered by recent signing and former Quakers striker, Mark Beck. Becky is highly regarded amongst Darlo fans, so it won't be pleasant to see him line-up against us, but that's football. We wish Becky all the very best at new Club…except for this evening!
Quakers ran out 4-0 winners at Blackwell last season with goals from Matty Cornish, Cam Salkeld and Cedric Main. Is it too much to ask for a repeat performance?
Finally, I'd like to extend a warm welcome to the supporters, players, and officials of Scunthorpe United.
'DARLO TILL I DIE' PODCAST
DFCSG Director's David Steel and Richard Baker were recently guests on Darlo fan Adam Cattell's new independent podcast, "Darlo Till I Die". Adam is a lifelong Darlington fan and has lived in Australia with his family for around ten years now.
Adam, David and Richard talked about the recent FA Trophy win over Buxton, the season so far, various off the pitch initiatives, fan ownership and expectations/hopes for the remainder of the season, among many other DFC topics.
You can search for and listen to Adam’s new "Darlo Till I Die" podcast via Apple Podcasts.
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DFCSG AWAY TRAVEL
Our next scheduled away trip is to Radcliffe FC on Saturday 30th November. The coach will depart from Park Place at 11am. The price for adult DFCSG members is £25 (£13 juniors) and adult non-members is £28 (£14 juniors).
On Saturday 7th December, we travel to York City in the FA Trophy. The coach will depart from Park Place at 12pm. The price for adult DFCSG members is £20 (£10 juniors) and adult non-members is £23 (£12 juniors).
On Saturday, 21st December, when we’ll be travelling to Suffolk for our first ever visit to Needham Market, the coach will depart from Park Place at 8.30am. The price for adult DFCSG members is £30 (£15 juniors) and adult non-members is £33 (£17 juniors).
For details on how to book, including our 'Conditions of Travel' section, please click here.
