Source: This is Lancashire
By Liam Chronnell
FC United provided the perfect response to last week's disappointment as they cruised to a 3-0 victory at Chorley.
Karl Marginson described the Rebels' 1-1 draw with Woodley Sports as the worst performance in the breakaway club's history.
But the Rebels hit back in style as top-scorer Rory Patterson grabbed a double and strike partner Stuart Rudd was also on target at Victory Park.
The win moves the Gigg Lane club up to seventh in the Division One North table.
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Bumper crowd see Magpies outclassed
Published Date: 30 September 2007
Chorley FC 0 - 3 FC United of Manchester
By Sam Chadderton
Chorley's biggest crowd for 20 years watched the Magpies comfortably beaten 3-0 by FC United of Manchester on Saturday.
More than 1700 supporters came through the Victory Park turnstiles, generating a fantastic atmosphere. However, some of the home side's football failed to match the enthusiasm of the fans.
First half goals from FC United's classy front two, Stuart Rudd and Rory Patterson, plus Patterson's side-foot second-half finish, were a fair reflection of the play.
Chorley threatened mostly through lung-busting runs down the right from Phil Cooney, but couldn't put the finishing touch to some of their more creative moments.
Alongside the excellent Cooney, young forward Danny Nolan showed some nice touches and turns in the opening exchanges.
Debutant 'keeper Peter Collinge, replacing a dropped Phil Priestley, made several good stops to thwart FC United's attacks.
FC United went ahead in the 13th minute, with a scrappy goal from last season's top scorer Rudd.
Some good quick passing on the edge of the box was brought to an end with a block tackle, but the ball fell loose to the unmarked number nine, who poked it low past Collinge from eight yards.
The away side's second was more direct, along punt upfield flicked on by Rudd, into the path of Patterson, who had pulled of the shoulder of the last defender.
He waited for the ball to get out of his feet and calmly slotted it past Collinge for 2-0.
In the second half, with Chorley looking for fresh impetus, manager Gerry Luczka hauled of the front two, Nolan and Mayers on 55 minutes, replacing them with Neil Smith and Steve Burke.
But Chorley's only real threat continued to be Cooney attacking down the right and on the hour mark, FC United grabbed a third to end the contest.
Mullineux was robbed of possession close to his own touchline, and the speedy Jerome Wright burst into the penalty area.
He cut it back to Patterson six yards out, who stroked it home in front of the majority of the vociferous away support.
The 3-0 scoreline fairly reflected a game in which Chorley had their moments, but were outclassed by a strong FC United side.
Att: 1735
CHORLEY: Collinge, Clark (Eckersley 60), Cushion, Mullineux, Howson, German, Cooney, Holden, Nolan (Burke 55), Mayers (Smith 55), Shillito
For a full match report see Wednesday's Guardian
Chorley FC 0 - 3 FC United of Manchester
By Sam Chadderton
Chorley's biggest crowd for 20 years watched the Magpies comfortably beaten 3-0 by FC United of Manchester on Saturday.
More than 1700 supporters came through the Victory Park turnstiles, generating a fantastic atmosphere. However, some of the home side's football failed to match the enthusiasm of the fans.
First half goals from FC United's classy front two, Stuart Rudd and Rory Patterson, plus Patterson's side-foot second-half finish, were a fair reflection of the play.
Chorley threatened mostly through lung-busting runs down the right from Phil Cooney, but couldn't put the finishing touch to some of their more creative moments.
Alongside the excellent Cooney, young forward Danny Nolan showed some nice touches and turns in the opening exchanges.
Debutant 'keeper Peter Collinge, replacing a dropped Phil Priestley, made several good stops to thwart FC United's attacks.
FC United went ahead in the 13th minute, with a scrappy goal from last season's top scorer Rudd.
Some good quick passing on the edge of the box was brought to an end with a block tackle, but the ball fell loose to the unmarked number nine, who poked it low past Collinge from eight yards.
The away side's second was more direct, along punt upfield flicked on by Rudd, into the path of Patterson, who had pulled of the shoulder of the last defender.
He waited for the ball to get out of his feet and calmly slotted it past Collinge for 2-0.
In the second half, with Chorley looking for fresh impetus, manager Gerry Luczka hauled of the front two, Nolan and Mayers on 55 minutes, replacing them with Neil Smith and Steve Burke.
But Chorley's only real threat continued to be Cooney attacking down the right and on the hour mark, FC United grabbed a third to end the contest.
Mullineux was robbed of possession close to his own touchline, and the speedy Jerome Wright burst into the penalty area.
He cut it back to Patterson six yards out, who stroked it home in front of the majority of the vociferous away support.
The 3-0 scoreline fairly reflected a game in which Chorley had their moments, but were outclassed by a strong FC United side.
Att: 1735
CHORLEY: Collinge, Clark (Eckersley 60), Cushion, Mullineux, Howson, German, Cooney, Holden, Nolan (Burke 55), Mayers (Smith 55), Shillito
For a full match report see Wednesday's Guardian
Friday, September 28, 2007
Chorley to hit a high
Source: The Chorley Citizen
By Citizen reporter
CHORLEY are expecting their biggest league crowd in almost 20 years as FC United of Manchester prepare to descend on Victory Park tomorrow.
Club officials are anticipating a gate of more than 2,000 and manager Gerry Luczka has urged his players to put their recent poor form behind them.
"It's a game we are really looking forward to," said the Magpies boss.
"It promises to be a great occasion and I just hope my players respond to it."
After a promising start to the season, the Magpies have struggled for form of late, and they were beaten again on Tuesday night - 2-1 away to Bamber Bridge - in the UniBond Challenge Cup.
Now Luczka, who snapped up goalkeeper Peter Collinge from Clitheroe earlier this week, is threatening to shake up his squad by making further changes after conceding he needs more height and physical presence.
"My team selection tomorrow is going to be very important," added Luczka.
"It will give the lads the chance to show me they are up for the challenge.
"I said to all the lads at the start of the season I'd give them 10 games to prove themselves.
"I've now made my assessment and I'm looking to make changes - hopefully in the next few days."
By Citizen reporter
CHORLEY are expecting their biggest league crowd in almost 20 years as FC United of Manchester prepare to descend on Victory Park tomorrow.
Club officials are anticipating a gate of more than 2,000 and manager Gerry Luczka has urged his players to put their recent poor form behind them.
"It's a game we are really looking forward to," said the Magpies boss.
"It promises to be a great occasion and I just hope my players respond to it."
After a promising start to the season, the Magpies have struggled for form of late, and they were beaten again on Tuesday night - 2-1 away to Bamber Bridge - in the UniBond Challenge Cup.
Now Luczka, who snapped up goalkeeper Peter Collinge from Clitheroe earlier this week, is threatening to shake up his squad by making further changes after conceding he needs more height and physical presence.
"My team selection tomorrow is going to be very important," added Luczka.
"It will give the lads the chance to show me they are up for the challenge.
"I said to all the lads at the start of the season I'd give them 10 games to prove themselves.
"I've now made my assessment and I'm looking to make changes - hopefully in the next few days."
Thursday, September 27, 2007
‘Pat’ on the back
Published: 27th September 2007
RORY Patterson again proved his goal scoring prowess on Saturday – but FC United had to settle for a 1-1 draw with fellow mid-table side Woodley Sports.
Patterson’s eye for goal has saved FC on countless occasions since the rebel reds were formed in response to Malcolm Glazier’s takeover at Old Trafford.
So it was no surprise to see him equalise a Nick Robinson goal for Woodley on Saturday. But that was as good as it got for FC fans, who will be disappointed to see their side lying 10th in the UniBond League Division One North table.
Having been spoilt by back-to-back title wins, FC United fans are in unfamiliar territory at the moment.
New signing from Burscough Adam Carden made his FC debut on the right wing on Saturday.
Carden and fellow wing man Jerome Wright were the home side’s main threats, receiving plenty of the ball with FC looking comfortable in possession.
But Woodley were impressive on the counter attack with striker Mario Daniel a constant danger man.
United had an early goal disallowed and they were reeling when Robinson dispatched a header into an open goal. But Patterson soon hit back for FC, smashing the ball home following a defensive error.
After the break, United had large amounts of possession but they rarely threatened Woodley’s goal.
FC’s next game is at Chorley FC on Saturday, September 29, kick-off 3pm.
Dave Lawrenson
First published by the Prestwich Advertiser
RORY Patterson again proved his goal scoring prowess on Saturday – but FC United had to settle for a 1-1 draw with fellow mid-table side Woodley Sports.
Patterson’s eye for goal has saved FC on countless occasions since the rebel reds were formed in response to Malcolm Glazier’s takeover at Old Trafford.
So it was no surprise to see him equalise a Nick Robinson goal for Woodley on Saturday. But that was as good as it got for FC fans, who will be disappointed to see their side lying 10th in the UniBond League Division One North table.
Having been spoilt by back-to-back title wins, FC United fans are in unfamiliar territory at the moment.
New signing from Burscough Adam Carden made his FC debut on the right wing on Saturday.
Carden and fellow wing man Jerome Wright were the home side’s main threats, receiving plenty of the ball with FC looking comfortable in possession.
But Woodley were impressive on the counter attack with striker Mario Daniel a constant danger man.
United had an early goal disallowed and they were reeling when Robinson dispatched a header into an open goal. But Patterson soon hit back for FC, smashing the ball home following a defensive error.
After the break, United had large amounts of possession but they rarely threatened Woodley’s goal.
FC’s next game is at Chorley FC on Saturday, September 29, kick-off 3pm.
Dave Lawrenson
First published by the Prestwich Advertiser
Reds are primed
By Liam Chronnell
KARL Marginson is expecting a positive response after watching FC United's worst-ever performance.
The manager was far from impressed with his side's 1-1 draw against Woodley Sports.
And the Rebels boss expects Chorley to feel the backlash as the Gigg Lane tenants look to climb the UniBond Division One North table.
"It was rubbish and probably our worst performance since we were formed." admitted Marginson. "A lot of players had off days but we've had a chat about it and it won't happen again."
Two goals from defensive lapses epitomised a lacklustre derby clash at Gigg Lane on Saturday. Nick Robinson took advantage of some statuesque defending to head home on 32 minutes, but 10th-placed FC hit back when Rory Patterson dispossessed Woodley captain Nick Boothby, unaware of the striker coming back from an offside position, before slotting home his seventh goal of the season.
Marginson's men now face two away matches, with Saturday's trip to Victory Park followed by a visit to Skelmersdale United four days later.
"People think we've had a terrible start but we haven't," added the Reds chief. "If we win our two games in hand we can go second."
Captain Dave Chadwick will be available after recovering from an eye injury.
4:10pm Wednesday 26th September 2007
KARL Marginson is expecting a positive response after watching FC United's worst-ever performance.
The manager was far from impressed with his side's 1-1 draw against Woodley Sports.
And the Rebels boss expects Chorley to feel the backlash as the Gigg Lane tenants look to climb the UniBond Division One North table.
"It was rubbish and probably our worst performance since we were formed." admitted Marginson. "A lot of players had off days but we've had a chat about it and it won't happen again."
Two goals from defensive lapses epitomised a lacklustre derby clash at Gigg Lane on Saturday. Nick Robinson took advantage of some statuesque defending to head home on 32 minutes, but 10th-placed FC hit back when Rory Patterson dispossessed Woodley captain Nick Boothby, unaware of the striker coming back from an offside position, before slotting home his seventh goal of the season.
Marginson's men now face two away matches, with Saturday's trip to Victory Park followed by a visit to Skelmersdale United four days later.
"People think we've had a terrible start but we haven't," added the Reds chief. "If we win our two games in hand we can go second."
Captain Dave Chadwick will be available after recovering from an eye injury.
4:10pm Wednesday 26th September 2007
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
‘A great day out’
Source: Stockport Express
Simon Smedley
WOODLEY Sports returned home from their big day out at Gigg Lane on Saturday with a well-deserved point.
The Steelmen travelled to take on FC United at Bury’s ground, and in front of a bumper 2,283 crowd, secured a 1-1 draw.
Nick Robinson fired Woodley into the lead on 33 minutes, but Rory Patterson levelled matters for the Rebel Reds just before the interval.
The point means that Woodley remain well set in seventh place in the UniBond division one north table.
Boss Chris Willcock said: "It was a great day out, a great occasion for the management, players, and our fans, who tried their best to make themselves heard.
"We started the game brightly and when we took the lead, we looked well in control.
"But a mad moment from one of our defenders let Patterson in for the equaliser, and after the break both sides pretty much cancelled one another out.
"We gave a really good account of ourselves, and could even have gone on to win it late on, but we missed a really good chance."
Woodley are back in Cup mode now though. Last night [Tues] they travelled to Conference North neighbours Stalybridge Celtic for a Cheshire Senior Cup first round tie, then on Saturday Willcock’s men head to little-known Horden CW for an FA Cup second qualifying round tie, where £3,500 is up for grabs for the victors.
Willcock added: "We’re well capable of winning at Horden, but we will have to be careful.
"If we don’t apply ourselves properly there could be a potential banana skin there for us.
"We’ll show them some respect. They’ve not conceded many this season, but they’ve not scored many either so we’ll go there confident."
If Saturday’s FA Cup game is drawn, the replay will take place at Cheadle Town’s Park Road stadium next Tuesday, October 2.
Simon Smedley
WOODLEY Sports returned home from their big day out at Gigg Lane on Saturday with a well-deserved point.
The Steelmen travelled to take on FC United at Bury’s ground, and in front of a bumper 2,283 crowd, secured a 1-1 draw.
Nick Robinson fired Woodley into the lead on 33 minutes, but Rory Patterson levelled matters for the Rebel Reds just before the interval.
The point means that Woodley remain well set in seventh place in the UniBond division one north table.
Boss Chris Willcock said: "It was a great day out, a great occasion for the management, players, and our fans, who tried their best to make themselves heard.
"We started the game brightly and when we took the lead, we looked well in control.
"But a mad moment from one of our defenders let Patterson in for the equaliser, and after the break both sides pretty much cancelled one another out.
"We gave a really good account of ourselves, and could even have gone on to win it late on, but we missed a really good chance."
Woodley are back in Cup mode now though. Last night [Tues] they travelled to Conference North neighbours Stalybridge Celtic for a Cheshire Senior Cup first round tie, then on Saturday Willcock’s men head to little-known Horden CW for an FA Cup second qualifying round tie, where £3,500 is up for grabs for the victors.
Willcock added: "We’re well capable of winning at Horden, but we will have to be careful.
"If we don’t apply ourselves properly there could be a potential banana skin there for us.
"We’ll show them some respect. They’ve not conceded many this season, but they’ve not scored many either so we’ll go there confident."
If Saturday’s FA Cup game is drawn, the replay will take place at Cheadle Town’s Park Road stadium next Tuesday, October 2.
Magpies gearing up for FC United fixture
Chorley Football Club is gearing up for its biggest crowd in nearly 20 years when FC United come to town on Saturday.
A bumper attendance of around 2,500 is expected at the Chorley Nissan Victory Park at the weekend when the division's best supported team heads to Chorley.
Chairman Ken Wright said it was likely to be the club's biggest crowd since the heady days of the Conference in 1989 when 2,600 watched the games against Darlington and Stafford Rangers.
A huge organisational effort is currently going on behind the scenes and Wright called on the people of Chorley to match the visitors' huge support.
"If FC United bring 1,800 fans it would be great if Chorley can attract 1,800 of our own supporters," he said.
"It will be an unforgettable atmosphere."
The club is licensed for a maximum crowd of 4,200 and the game will be the biggest money-spinner of the season.
However Wright revealed the massive logistical effort that has been going on.
There will be 30 stewards working on the day, instead of the normal eight, while there will also be triple the number of programme sellers.
Additional staff will be working behind the bar and extra catering is also being provided.
"We are going to have somewhere in the region of 65 people working on behalf of the club on the day compared to the normal number of around 12-15," said the chairman.
The organisation has been made tougher by the fact that the game would have been postponed if either side had progressed to the next round of the FA Cup meaning it was difficult to prepare for in advance.
FC United was established by Manchester United fans unhappy at the club's takeover by the American Glazer family.
Victory Park has hosted two of their home games before but Saturday's game is certain to be biggest crowd of the three matches.
Wright said the club would have to make a contribution towards the extra policing and urged fans to turn up early.
"We've appealed to FC Utd to try and get their fans to arrive at the ground in plenty of time," he explained.
"We've got extra turnstiles to try and avoid congestion and we've also laid on extra facilities in the bar."
Last Updated: 26 September 2007 1:48 PM
A bumper attendance of around 2,500 is expected at the Chorley Nissan Victory Park at the weekend when the division's best supported team heads to Chorley.
Chairman Ken Wright said it was likely to be the club's biggest crowd since the heady days of the Conference in 1989 when 2,600 watched the games against Darlington and Stafford Rangers.
A huge organisational effort is currently going on behind the scenes and Wright called on the people of Chorley to match the visitors' huge support.
"If FC United bring 1,800 fans it would be great if Chorley can attract 1,800 of our own supporters," he said.
"It will be an unforgettable atmosphere."
The club is licensed for a maximum crowd of 4,200 and the game will be the biggest money-spinner of the season.
However Wright revealed the massive logistical effort that has been going on.
There will be 30 stewards working on the day, instead of the normal eight, while there will also be triple the number of programme sellers.
Additional staff will be working behind the bar and extra catering is also being provided.
"We are going to have somewhere in the region of 65 people working on behalf of the club on the day compared to the normal number of around 12-15," said the chairman.
The organisation has been made tougher by the fact that the game would have been postponed if either side had progressed to the next round of the FA Cup meaning it was difficult to prepare for in advance.
FC United was established by Manchester United fans unhappy at the club's takeover by the American Glazer family.
Victory Park has hosted two of their home games before but Saturday's game is certain to be biggest crowd of the three matches.
Wright said the club would have to make a contribution towards the extra policing and urged fans to turn up early.
"We've appealed to FC Utd to try and get their fans to arrive at the ground in plenty of time," he explained.
"We've got extra turnstiles to try and avoid congestion and we've also laid on extra facilities in the bar."
Last Updated: 26 September 2007 1:48 PM
Bumper crowd expected for United ‘rebel team’ visit
By Mike Dawber
A bumper crowd is expected at the Chorley Nissan Victory Park Stadium on Saturday for the visit of rebel' team FC United of Manchester.
Newly promoted FC United regularly attract attendances in excess of 2,000 for home fixtures and are likely to bring a sizeable travelling support for the match against the Magpies.
It has been a mixed start to the season for United who lost their first league two matches of the season but won their next two.
They then were defeated 2-1 at Fleetwood in the FA Cup and could only draw away at Woodley Sports last week.
Chorley are desperate to pick up points after last week's heavy defeat at Newcastle Blue Star which has left team fourth from bottom in the UniBond Division One North table having managed just one win in their first seven league matches.
Following police advice, there will be segregation in place for Saturday's game with FC United.
Travelling fans will be using the Duke Street stand and Ashby Street banking, while home supporters will be located in the Main Stand and Pilling Lane end.
There will some light segregation in place that will be maintained and managed by stewards throughout the game.
Chorley fans must access these area by walking behind the Duke Street.
In addition to the main turnstiles at the front gate, the Pilling Lane/Rangletts turnstiles will also be open from approximately 1.15pm.
If anyone wishes to help out on the day please contact Phil Haslam by mobile on 07779 281339 or at the club office on 01257 263406
9:21am today
A bumper crowd is expected at the Chorley Nissan Victory Park Stadium on Saturday for the visit of rebel' team FC United of Manchester.
Newly promoted FC United regularly attract attendances in excess of 2,000 for home fixtures and are likely to bring a sizeable travelling support for the match against the Magpies.
It has been a mixed start to the season for United who lost their first league two matches of the season but won their next two.
They then were defeated 2-1 at Fleetwood in the FA Cup and could only draw away at Woodley Sports last week.
Chorley are desperate to pick up points after last week's heavy defeat at Newcastle Blue Star which has left team fourth from bottom in the UniBond Division One North table having managed just one win in their first seven league matches.
Following police advice, there will be segregation in place for Saturday's game with FC United.
Travelling fans will be using the Duke Street stand and Ashby Street banking, while home supporters will be located in the Main Stand and Pilling Lane end.
There will some light segregation in place that will be maintained and managed by stewards throughout the game.
Chorley fans must access these area by walking behind the Duke Street.
In addition to the main turnstiles at the front gate, the Pilling Lane/Rangletts turnstiles will also be open from approximately 1.15pm.
If anyone wishes to help out on the day please contact Phil Haslam by mobile on 07779 281339 or at the club office on 01257 263406
9:21am today
Monday, September 24, 2007
FC United 1 Woodley Sports 1
24/ 9/2007
RORY Patterson's seventh goal of the season salvaged a point for stuttering FC United as Woodley Sports left Gigg Lane with a deserved draw.
Patterson, the UniBond first division north's top scorer, seized on Woodley skipper Nick Boothby's misdirected back-pass to lash in a 44th minute equaliser after the Steelmen's Nick Robinson had struck on the half-hour to stun the home fans in a crowd of 2,283.
Stuart Rudd, fresh back from suspension, wasted two second-half chances for the misfiring Rebels, leaving goalkeeper Sam Ashton to save them from a shock defeat when he foiled Russ Headley with a smart stop late on.
FC boss Karl Marginson, who faces having to strengthen his squad if the Rebels are to achieve a third successive promotion, said: "We might have nicked it, but all credit to Woodley for making it very difficult for us."
RORY Patterson's seventh goal of the season salvaged a point for stuttering FC United as Woodley Sports left Gigg Lane with a deserved draw.
Patterson, the UniBond first division north's top scorer, seized on Woodley skipper Nick Boothby's misdirected back-pass to lash in a 44th minute equaliser after the Steelmen's Nick Robinson had struck on the half-hour to stun the home fans in a crowd of 2,283.
Stuart Rudd, fresh back from suspension, wasted two second-half chances for the misfiring Rebels, leaving goalkeeper Sam Ashton to save them from a shock defeat when he foiled Russ Headley with a smart stop late on.
FC boss Karl Marginson, who faces having to strengthen his squad if the Rebels are to achieve a third successive promotion, said: "We might have nicked it, but all credit to Woodley for making it very difficult for us."
United held to a draw in local derby
By Liam Chronnell
FC United 1 Woodley Sports 1
TWO goals from defensive lapses epitomised a lacklustre derby clash as FC United were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Stockport-based Woodley Sports at Gigg Lane.
Nick Robinson took advantage of some statuesque defending to head the Stockport-based club into the lead on 32 minutes of the UniBond League Division One North clash, that left the rebel reds in 10th place in the table.
But the Rebels hit back when top-scorer Rory Patterson cheekily dispossessed Woodley captain Nick Boothby, unaware of the striker coming back from an offside position, before slotting home a minute before the break.
And, in a game of few chances, that was how it stayed to the disappointment of the 2,283 crowd.
FC United 1 Woodley Sports 1
TWO goals from defensive lapses epitomised a lacklustre derby clash as FC United were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Stockport-based Woodley Sports at Gigg Lane.
Nick Robinson took advantage of some statuesque defending to head the Stockport-based club into the lead on 32 minutes of the UniBond League Division One North clash, that left the rebel reds in 10th place in the table.
But the Rebels hit back when top-scorer Rory Patterson cheekily dispossessed Woodley captain Nick Boothby, unaware of the striker coming back from an offside position, before slotting home a minute before the break.
And, in a game of few chances, that was how it stayed to the disappointment of the 2,283 crowd.
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