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NEWS Merthyr Town FC < Back News (News-Title) Radcliffe (A) Match Preview 6 March 2026 Radcliffe (A) Match Preview Following a disappointing outing last time out in a defeat against Buxton, the Martyrs return to action this weekend as Paul Michael's side travel to Radcliffe FC for matchday 37 of the Enterprise National League North season. In Radcliffe's last fixture they travelled away to AFC Telford United and were defeated 2-0 on the day. That defeat now sees Radcliffe sit just inside the playoff places in 7th place on 55 points. Previous Encounters: Merthyr and have only faced 'The Boro' on one occasion in recent history and it came at Penydarren Park during the first half of this season. It was an extremely poor result and performance during the fixture in South Wales which resulted in a 5-0 win for Radcliffe. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | KEY STAFF Manager | Bernard Morley Chairman | Billy Quarmby Bernard Morley was appointed as the sole manager of Radcliffe on the 11th of February 2026 following the departure of Anthony Johnson who was the joint manager of 'The Boro' alongside Morley. Johnson's departure now sees the duo split up for the first time in their managerial careers with Morley now handed the task of finishing in the playoffs and potentially achieving promotion this season. Anthony Johnson and Bernard Morley have had a successful time working together, boasting over 600 games worth of experience. Their careers of management started at Ramsbottom United where they achieved back-to-back promotions within their 6-year spell at the club which saw the duo take the club to their highest ever finishing position in the Northern Premier League. The success at Ramsbottom saw the duo earn a move to Salford City where they skyrocketed through the non-league system, earning 3 promotions in 3 season to take the club to the National League. Alongside exceptional league performances, the duo guided Salford on an incredible FA Cup run in the 201/16 season which saw them participate in the second-round proper. In 2018 the pair left Salford to explore an opportunity at Chester where they managed to steady the sinking ship at the club following relegation from the National League prior to their arrival. In 2021 Antony Johnson and Bernard Morley left Chester and a month later joined Spennymoor Town for a year. With the duo claiming lots of success and experience they arrived at the Neuven Stadium in 2023 with the hopes of taking 'The Boro' up the English football pyramid. However, Johnson made the decision to depart Radcliffe in February 2026, splitting up the duo for the first time in their careers and now Bernard Morley is guiding 'The Boro' to a potential playoff place finish. Billy Quarmby was appointed chairman of Radcliffe FC in October of 2024. Before joining Radcliffe, he started his career at his boyhood club Oldham Athletic where he worked in various important areas for the club including retail, commercial, media, ground developments and as an analyst, over a ten-year period. With Billy wanting to test himself even further he started a new role at League One side Wigan Athletic, but his time was cut short at the club as they entered administration. He then started work at 'The Boro' in 2020 before becoming Head of Football Logistics for 2 years prior to his appointment in the role of Chairman. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | SEASON SO FAR Since winning 5-0 at Penydarren Park, Radcliffe have had a truly promising season so far that sees them sit just inside the playoff places heading into the clash with Merthyr in Greater Manchester. Their first game after the win at Penydarren Park saw Radcliffe host Alfreton Town. They managed to pick up another victory in their clash with Alfreton after goals from Michael Afuye, Danny Greenfield and Bradley Roscoe. Radcliffe continued their impressive form in their next 5 games as they demolished Kidderminster Harriers 5-1 away from home and defeated both Darlington and King's Lynn Town 3-1 while drawing against Bedford Town and Chorley. However, 'The Boro' then went on a poor run of form in their next 4 games which saw them only pick up 1 point as they were defeated 3-0 by Peterborough Sports, 2-0 by Southport and 3-1 by Chester with their only point in these 4 games coming against Telford in a 2-2 draw. During the middle of December, their rich vein of form returned as they managed to pick up 10 points from a possible 15 during the final month of 2025 after they picked up priceless victories against Scarborough, Leamington and Curzon Ashton before claiming a point in a 3-3 draw against title fighting Fylde. Despite the promising end to 2025, the start of 2026 has been sub-par for 'The Boro' as they have been defeated 7 times while only winning 5 times since the new year. In their 2 games prior to hosting Merthyr, Radcliffe have lost 2 consecutive games, one at home to Southport before their most recent fixture saw 'The Boro' lose 2-0 away at Telford United. The top goal scorer so far this league season for Radcliffe is Rio Clegg who has scored an impressive 19 goals in the 2025/26 Enterprise National League North season. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | 2025/2026 Squad Goalkeeper | Mateusz Hewelt, Mark Halstead, Brad Sullivan Defenders | Callum McFadzean, Rick Smith, Olly Thornley, Lois Maynard, Damon Park, Brad Roscoe, Luke Partington, Luke Daley, George Mercer, Ro-Shaun Williams Midfielders | Jude Oyibo, Brad Jackson, George Glendon, Dan Gardner, Dylan Halford, Danny Greenfield, Isaac Modi, Matt Sargent, Kian Scales Forwards | Anthony Dudley, Jordan Hulme, Micheal Afuye, Jon Taylor, Hallam Hope, Tyler James Rio Clegg, David Ball Match Details: Date | Saturday 7th March 2026 Competition | Enterprise National League North Kick Off | 15:00 Stadium | Neuven Stadium Previous Next

NEWS Merthyr Town FC < Back News (News-Item) Radcliffe (A) Match Preview 6 March 2026 Radcliffe (A) Match Preview Following a disappointing outing last time out in a defeat against Buxton, the Martyrs return to action this weekend as Paul Michael's side travel to Radcliffe FC for matchday 37 of the Enterprise National League North season. In Radcliffe's last fixture they travelled away to AFC Telford United and were defeated 2-0 on the day. That defeat now sees Radcliffe sit just inside the playoff places in 7th place on 55 points. Previous Encounters: Merthyr and have only faced 'The Boro' on one occasion in recent history and it came at Penydarren Park during the first half of this season. It was an extremely poor result and performance during the fixture in South Wales which resulted in a 5-0 win for Radcliffe. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | KEY STAFF Manager | Bernard Morley Chairman | Billy Quarmby Bernard Morley was appointed as the sole manager of Radcliffe on the 11th of February 2026 following the departure of Anthony Johnson who was the joint manager of 'The Boro' alongside Morley. Johnson's departure now sees the duo split up for the first time in their managerial careers with Morley now handed the task of finishing in the playoffs and potentially achieving promotion this season. Anthony Johnson and Bernard Morley have had a successful time working together, boasting over 600 games worth of experience. Their careers of management started at Ramsbottom United where they achieved back-to-back promotions within their 6-year spell at the club which saw the duo take the club to their highest ever finishing position in the Northern Premier League. The success at Ramsbottom saw the duo earn a move to Salford City where they skyrocketed through the non-league system, earning 3 promotions in 3 season to take the club to the National League. Alongside exceptional league performances, the duo guided Salford on an incredible FA Cup run in the 201/16 season which saw them participate in the second-round proper. In 2018 the pair left Salford to explore an opportunity at Chester where they managed to steady the sinking ship at the club following relegation from the National League prior to their arrival. In 2021 Antony Johnson and Bernard Morley left Chester and a month later joined Spennymoor Town for a year. With the duo claiming lots of success and experience they arrived at the Neuven Stadium in 2023 with the hopes of taking 'The Boro' up the English football pyramid. However, Johnson made the decision to depart Radcliffe in February 2026, splitting up the duo for the first time in their careers and now Bernard Morley is guiding 'The Boro' to a potential playoff place finish. Billy Quarmby was appointed chairman of Radcliffe FC in October of 2024. Before joining Radcliffe, he started his career at his boyhood club Oldham Athletic where he worked in various important areas for the club including retail, commercial, media, ground developments and as an analyst, over a ten-year period. With Billy wanting to test himself even further he started a new role at League One side Wigan Athletic, but his time was cut short at the club as they entered administration. He then started work at 'The Boro' in 2020 before becoming Head of Football Logistics for 2 years prior to his appointment in the role of Chairman. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | SEASON SO FAR Since winning 5-0 at Penydarren Park, Radcliffe have had a truly promising season so far that sees them sit just inside the playoff places heading into the clash with Merthyr in Greater Manchester. Their first game after the win at Penydarren Park saw Radcliffe host Alfreton Town. They managed to pick up another victory in their clash with Alfreton after goals from Michael Afuye, Danny Greenfield and Bradley Roscoe. Radcliffe continued their impressive form in their next 5 games as they demolished Kidderminster Harriers 5-1 away from home and defeated both Darlington and King's Lynn Town 3-1 while drawing against Bedford Town and Chorley. However, 'The Boro' then went on a poor run of form in their next 4 games which saw them only pick up 1 point as they were defeated 3-0 by Peterborough Sports, 2-0 by Southport and 3-1 by Chester with their only point in these 4 games coming against Telford in a 2-2 draw. During the middle of December, their rich vein of form returned as they managed to pick up 10 points from a possible 15 during the final month of 2025 after they picked up priceless victories against Scarborough, Leamington and Curzon Ashton before claiming a point in a 3-3 draw against title fighting Fylde. Despite the promising end to 2025, the start of 2026 has been sub-par for 'The Boro' as they have been defeated 7 times while only winning 5 times since the new year. In their 2 games prior to hosting Merthyr, Radcliffe have lost 2 consecutive games, one at home to Southport before their most recent fixture saw 'The Boro' lose 2-0 away at Telford United. The top goal scorer so far this league season for Radcliffe is Rio Clegg who has scored an impressive 19 goals in the 2025/26 Enterprise National League North season. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | 2025/2026 Squad Goalkeeper | Mateusz Hewelt, Mark Halstead, Brad Sullivan Defenders | Callum McFadzean, Rick Smith, Olly Thornley, Lois Maynard, Damon Park, Brad Roscoe, Luke Partington, Luke Daley, George Mercer, Ro-Shaun Williams Midfielders | Jude Oyibo, Brad Jackson, George Glendon, Dan Gardner, Dylan Halford, Danny Greenfield, Isaac Modi, Matt Sargent, Kian Scales Forwards | Anthony Dudley, Jordan Hulme, Micheal Afuye, Jon Taylor, Hallam Hope, Tyler James Rio Clegg, David Ball Match Details: Date | Saturday 7th March 2026 Competition | Enterprise National League North Kick Off | 15:00 Stadium | Neuven Stadium Previous Next

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NEWS Merthyr Town FC < Back News (News-Title) Soccalot Result - Monday 2nd March 2026 3 March 2026 The numbers drawn randomly in this weeks draw were: 6, 8, 10 and 19. There was no winner. Next weeks prize will be an estimated £1,750, which will be drawn on Monday 9th March 2026. New entries can be made via our ‘Buy Now’ click and play link - £5 for five weeks entries. Please support your community football club. Tickets can be returned to both bars at the Club, the Station Cafe, Belle Vue, Penydarren, Heolgerrig Club, Pant Cad Ivor, Quarrymans, Baili Glas, Station Cafe, the Welsh Bar and Guest Keen Bowls Club. Good luck to everyone that enters. Previous Next

NEWS Merthyr Town FC < Back News (News-Item) Soccalot Result - Monday 2nd March 2026 3 March 2026 The numbers drawn randomly in this weeks draw were: 6, 8, 10 and 19. There was no winner. Next weeks prize will be an estimated £1,750, which will be drawn on Monday 9th March 2026. New entries can be made via our ‘Buy Now’ click and play link - £5 for five weeks entries. Please support your community football club. Tickets can be returned to both bars at the Club, the Station Cafe, Belle Vue, Penydarren, Heolgerrig Club, Pant Cad Ivor, Quarrymans, Baili Glas, Station Cafe, the Welsh Bar and Guest Keen Bowls Club. Good luck to everyone that enters. Previous Next

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NEWS Merthyr Town FC < Back News (News-Item) Soccalot Result - Monday 17th June 2024 17 June 2024 The numbers drawn randomly in this weeks draw were: 6, 15, 19 and 22. There were no winning claims. Next weeks prize will be £2,800, which will be drawn on Monday 24th June 2024. New entries can be made via our ‘Buy Now’ click and play link - £5 for five weeks entries. Please support your community football club. Tickets can be returned to both bars at the Club, the Station Cafe, Belle Vue, Penydarren, Heolgerrig Club, Pant Cad Ivor, Quarrymans, Baili Glas, Station Cafe, the Welsh Bar and Guest Keen Bowls Club. Good luck to everyone that enters. Previous Next

NEWS Merthyr Town FC < Back News (News-Item) FA Competition dates confirmed 6 July 2023 The Football Association has announced the round dates for the Emirates FA Cup and the Isuzu FA Trophy. The list of accepted clubs and round exemptions have also been released, while the early draws for the extra preliminary and preliminary rounds will be released later this month. The Martyrs will be looking to replicate their historic run in last season’s FA Cup competition after they reached the First Round Proper for the first time since 2005. Paul Michael’s side will enter the competition in the First Qualifying Round, where the fixture is scheduled to be played on Saturday 2nd September. The Emirates FA Cup Season 2023-24 Round Dates Extra Preliminary Round - Saturday 5 August 2023 Preliminary Round - Saturday 19 August 2023 First Round Qualifying - Saturday 2 September 2023 Second Round Qualifying - Saturday 16 September 2023 Third Round Qualifying - Saturday 30 September 2023 Fourth Round Qualifying - Saturday 14 October 2023 First Round Proper - Saturday 4 November 2023 Second Round Proper - Saturday 2 December 2023 Third Round Proper - Saturday 6 January 2024 Fourth Round Proper - Saturday 27 January 2024 Fifth Round Proper - Wednesday 28 February 2024 Quarter-final - Saturday 16 March 2024 Semi-final - Saturday 20 April 2024 The Final - Saturday 25 May 2024 The Isuzu FA Trophy Season 2023-24 Round Dates The Isuzu FA Trophy round dates have also been confirmed, with the Martyrs to enter the Third Round Qualifying stage of this season’s competition. First Round Qualifying - Saturday 9 September 2023 Second Round Qualifying - Saturday 23 September 2023 Third Round Qualifying - Saturday 7 October 2023 First Round Proper - Saturday 28 October 2023 Second Round Proper - Saturday 18 November 2023 Third Round Proper - Saturday 9 December 2023 Fourth Round Proper - Saturday 13 January 2024 Fifth Round Proper - Saturday 10 February 2024 Sixth Round Proper - Saturday 9 March 2024 Semi Final - Saturday 6 April 2024 The Final - Saturday 11 or Sunday 12 May 2024 Previous Next

NEWS Merthyr Town FC < Back News (News-Title) Bedford Town (A) Preview 6 November 2025 Its matchday 16 in Merthyr Town's Enterprise National League North campaign and Paul Michael's side travel to Bedford Town. Last time out the Martyrs picked up a sensational 4-2 away victory at Telford United after Ricardo Rees scored 4 to take his goal total for the season so far up to 15. Hosts Bedford Town find themselves in 14th place after picking up 19 points from their opening 15 games of the season. In their last fixture Bedford were defeated 2-1 away from home at Kidderminster Harriers. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | KEY STAFF Manager | Lee Bircham Assistant Manager | Tony Joyce Manager Lee Bircham joined Bedford in May 2023 following their relegation from the Southern Premier Division Central (Step 3). However, Bircham has guided the 'Eagles' to back-to-back promotion to take his side from step 4 to step 2 after got promoted from step 3 last season as champions. Prior to joining Bedford Town Lee Bircham has managed multiple non-league clubs such as Bovington, Berkhamsted, Hemel Hempstead, Leighton Town. His most recent club before joining the eagles was Leighton FC and Lee guided them to the Beds Senior cup where they beat Bedford in the final. Also, in the 2022/23 season Lee Bircham clinched the double as Leighton became champions of the Spartan South Midlands Premier Division to partner their Senior Cup success. Prior to joining Leighton Town Lee Bircham was at the helm of national South side Hemel Hempstead. In his first season at the club his side sat 10th in the league before the season was abruptly brought to a stop due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, not long after football was given the green light to resume Lee Bircham was sacked due to a poor league results and league table position. Throughout his whole time at the club Bircham managed 24 competitive games and won just 6, losing 15 and drawing 3. Assistant Manager Tony Joyce was originally a player at the eagles in the 1990s but after his playing days were over, he took up roles in management. Joyce had management spells at Aylesbury and Kempton Rovers before he joined Lee Bircham at Leighton Town. During his time at Leighton Town, he helped assist Lee Bircham in taking their side to a domestic double by winning the league and the Senior Cup. In the summer of 2023 Lee Bircham was appointed as manager of Bedford Town and Joyce followed to once again assist Lee Bircham. During his time at Bedford so far Joyce has helped guide the eagles to back-to-back promotion, taking the side, from step 4 to step 2. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | SEASON SO FAR The eagles started their 25/26 campaign at home to Alfreton where the points were shared after a 2-2 draw with Tyrone Marsh scoring a last-minute equaliser to get himself a brace while salvaging a point for the eagles. Their first away game of the season saw them travel to Southport FC. However, the eagles were defeated 3-1 with Tyrone Marsh scoring the only goal for Lee Bircham's side. On matchday 3 of the season Bedford finally picked up their first victory of the season as they defeated Telford United 3-1 after another brace from Tyrone Marsh and an early goal from Sam Brown. Following their first victory of the season, the eagles then went on a miserable run of 6 games without a victory picking up just 2 points from a possible 18. It was October 4th where Bedford finally stopped their rotten run after defeating Worksop Town 2-0 away from home with goals from Tyrone Marsh and Edward Gyamfi. This victory encouraged the eagles and started an impressive run by picking up 10 points from a possible 12 in the next 4 games beating Oxford City, Chester FC and Oxford City again. However, in their last fixture prior to the Merthyr clash the eagles travelled to Kidderminster Harriers but lost 2-1 despite taking an early lead. The talisman for Bedford Town so far this season is Tyrone Marsh who has scored 11 goals so far this season. His tally puts him as the 2nd top goal scorer in the National League North just behind our very own Ricardo Rees who has 15 for the season. KNOW YOUR OPPONENT | 2025/26 SQUAD Goalkeepers | Joe Wright, Dan Wilks, Luke Mewitt, Oliver Steinke Defender | Callum Tripp, Cole Kpekawa, Greg Taylor, Josh Tomlinson, Lewis Green, Carl Mensah, Ryan Doherty, Sam Brown, Ben Isaacson, Greg Sandiford, Rob Howard, Josh Dawodu Midfielder | Harrison Murphy, Ryan Blackman, Decland Phillips, Junior Gyamfi, Lewis Hilliard, Christopher Paul, Scott Thomas, Ellis Brown, Bruno Andrade, Kyjuon Marsh-Brown, Lewis Coyle Attackers | Tyrone Marsh, Claudio Ofosu, Josheph Ajose, Tarrelle Whittaker, Shuan Jeffers, Leon Lobjoit, Josh Phillips, John Shamalo, Eddie Panter Match Details: Date | Saturday 8th November 2025 Competition | Enterprise National League North Time | 15.00 Stadium | The New Eyrie Previous Next