Bishops Cleeve manager Paul Collicutt has insisted it’s “business as usual” ahead of their historic first round FA Trophy match against Farnham Town. Cleeve defeated Sholing 2-1 in the third round of qualifying and have now reached the first round proper for the first time in their history. Farnham, at step three of non-league, represent […]
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FA Trophy preview: Bishops Cleeve look to make more history against Farnham Town
Bishops Cleeve defender Will Turner said that they “love to play these big games”, as they gear up for a trip to Surrey for an FA Trophy clash against Farnham Town. It’s a historic matchup for Cleeve, as it’s the first time that The Mitres will have been in the first round of the competition, […]
Gloucester City host Kettering Town FC in FA Trophy second round | Interim manager Lee Mansell: “we need a win.”
Gloucester City face Kettering Town FC, who currently sit seven places above them in the league, in the second round of the FA Trophy. The Gloucestershire side sit 20th place in National League North, in the relegation zone alongside AFC Telford United. In an interview after the side’s 3-1 defeat to Kidderminster, Gloucester City manager […]
“One of the worst days and moments of my career” – ex-Forest Green striker Alex Meechan on 2001 FA Trophy Final
They maybe going for promotion via the play-offs next week, but today marks 20 years since Forest Green Rovers lost to Canvey Island in the 2001 FA Trophy Final, a memory that still leaves a bitter taste in the mouth of Alex Meechan. He speaks about his disappointment and regret from that day. Embed from […]
Where are they now? The Forest Green Rovers squad that lost in the FA Trophy 20 years ago today
It’s been 20 years since Forest Green Rovers lost 1-0 in the FA Trophy final to Canvey Island at Villa Park. A goal from Ben Chenery in the 15th minute proved the difference between the two sides. Embed from Getty Images Here is what a selection of the Rovers players from that day are up […]





