With England announcing their squad for the 2018 Russia World Cup, there is still much uncertainty surrounding who Gareth Southgate will start in the opening match vs Tunisia on the 18th of June. England will have games against Nigeria and Costa Rica before flying out to Russia which will give Southgate a chance to assess […]
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ENGLAND: Cheltenham links in Southgate’s squad
Two former Cheltenham residents will be getting reading for this summer’s FIFA World Cup in Russia with Stoke City’s Jack Butland and Tottenham Hotspur’s Eric Dier being called up to the 23-man England World Cup squad. Goalkeeper Butland had two consecutive loans spells in 2011 and 2012 with Cheltenham Town with the first being a […]
FOOTBALL: Phil Neville’s Lionesses fall short in SheBelieves cup final
An unfortunate own goal by Karen Bardsley saw the Lionesses lose the SheBelieves final 1-0 against the United States in Orlando. This was their first tournament under Phil Neville’s management in preparation for the World Cup next summer in France. The girls had an impressive run of games in the tournament winning 4-1 against France, whilst drawing in a […]
International Women’s Day: Who are the biggest names in British women’s sport?
As it is international women’s day, I’m going to take you through who I believe are the biggest names in British women’s sport. Johanna Konta: Tennis is sport where we seem to be hit and miss. We will have a good run and then slip up, but Johanna Konta has been on a roll. Her […]
UPDATE: Meadow Park pitch to be re-laid
Significant progress has been made on Gloucester City’s Meadow Park with a new pitch set to be laid. The National League South side have been without a permanent home since their home ground was destroyed by floodwater in the summer of 2007. The Tigers have shared a ground with Cheltenham Town, Forest Green Rovers, Cirencester […]
Mo Eisa: The Name on Everyone’s Lips
Cheltenham Town haven’t had a lot of things to shout and scream about this season, but one positive has been the impressive goal-scoring record of Mohamed Eisa. The Sudanese striker has had a fantastic debut season for Cheltenham, scoring 17 goals in all competitions from 35 appearances. Park Life Sport asked fans who they thought […]
PREVIEW: Luton Town vs Cheltenham Town
Cheltenham Town manager Gary Johnson says he is “looking forward” to facing league leaders Luton Town, as his side head to Kenilworth Road on Saturday. The Robins lie in 16th place, with a gap growing between themselves and the top half of the table after winning one in their last six. Luton lead League Two by five […]
PREVIEW: Whitehawk FC v Gloucester City
Gloucester City are looking to make it five games unbeaten as they come up against Whitehawk this weekend. The Tigers secured their third win on the bounce with a 2-1 victory over Wealdstone, and their recent good form has taken City to 15th in the National League South, eight points above the relegation zone. Marc […]
Are Forest Green Rovers attempting to sign Jermain Defoe? You’d feta believe it…
The Premier League forward surprisingly revealed on Instagram that he had been sent a delivery of vegan cheese, and Mark Cooper made a hilarious comment alluding to the fact that the club would love to sign the AFC Bournemouth striker on a pre-contract agreement.
PREVIEW: Welling United Vs Gloucester City – National League South
Date and Time: Saturday 10th February 2018 Venue: Park View Road Gloucester City put an end to their losing streak last weekend by drawing at home to Poole Town, but will need to build on that result this weekend when travelling to Welling United.