Author: Martyn Tweddle

Our programme v Chester-le-Street is now online, sponsored by @sash_hardware

Our digital programme v Chester-le-Street  is now available to view online.

We would like to thank Sash Hardware in Shildon for the sponsorship of the programme for the 2020/21 Season.

The programme is published on the day of the match to members of the 100 Club, which is a weekly draw with a chance to win £100. Numbers are £2 each and the draw is published via our Facebook page as well as the 100 club WhatsApp group.

If you would like the programme link on a matchday and stand a chance of winning a weekly prize of £100 for £2 per week please get in touch either through our email programme@shildonafc.com, Twitter @Official_SAFC or our Facebook Page @ShildonAFC.

A week after every home game the programme will be published on our website view its own page 

Click here to view the programme v Chester-le-Street

Final Score : North Shields 2 Shildon 1

Shildon moved down to 6th position in the Ebac Northern League after a 2-1 defeat away to North Shields.

Chay Liddle gave Shildon the lead after 27 mins with a low shot that took a slight deflection to find its way past the North Shields goalkeeper.

The lead was cancelled out in the 38th minute when Wilson fired in from a tight angle past Newbrook in the Shildon goal.

North Shields had several chances to go into the lead but Newbrook pulled off a string of good saves to keep the game level.

The final goal of the game arrived with only 3 minutes left on the clock when North Shields full back went down the right to fire low past the Shildon keeper.

Final Score : North Shields 2 Shildon 1
Attendance : 150

Shildon AFC Reserves Covid-19 Update

Today (25/09/20) one of our reserve team coaching staff received a positive test result for Covid-19 and is now isolating at home with his family and will obviously not be attending any activities in relation to Shildon AFC/Reserves during that isolation period.

All of our football sessions are held in compliance with FA guidance and all protocols have been followed by both the club and the venue.

None of the players, management, or club officials are showing any signs or symptoms of Covid-19 at this time and everyone is aware of their responsibilities in reporting such symptoms and appropriate actions to take.

As a result of this, in line with local government, health, and FA guidelines and our own stringent Covid-19 Risk Assessments, we are still in a position where we can fulfill our fixtures and train.

As a club, we will continue to monitor and review the situation.

David Dent

Chairman

Shildon v Seaham Red Star Ticket application @SeahamRedStar @Shildon_AFC

Ticket Applications are now open for our game against Seaham Red Star on Tuesday 29th September, Kick Off 7:30pm.

Currently the capacity that we are allowed to admit is 150, so we have created an application form so that supporters can apply to attend.

The applications will be dealt with in date and time received and are for a maximum of 4 tickets.

We will also require you to enter names and telephone numbers for those attending to comply with the governments Track & Trace policy.

Our updated Covid-19 Risk Assessment can be found here

Please click here to access the application form.

As this is a Cup game Shildon AFC Season Ticket holders DO NOT need to apply.

Applications will close either when all tickets are allocated or 9pm on Monday 28th September

** PLEASE NOTE, NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE TAKEN ON THE DAY OF THE MATCH **.

Once you have applied you will receive an email with your reference to give to the turnstile operator for entry.

All payments will be taken at the turnstile. Please ensure that you have the correct money available as there will be no change available. 

** Please note if there is no application received you will not be allowed in on the day of the match

Shildon 2 Chester-le-Street 1, match report by Adam Gill

Shildon 2-1 Chester-le-Street: Match Report

Shildon progressed to the next round of the FA Vase as they came away from Dean Street with a hard fought win against Chester-le-Street.

Danny Craggs gave the home side the lead in the 13th minute before Luke Collins levelled the game just after half time in the 50th minute.

Billy Greulich-Smith sealed the win from the spot in the 75th minute as Shildon after Ben Trotter was brought down in the box.

The Railwaymen took the lead when David Palmer laid the ball off to Craggs on the edge of the box, before his sweet strike nestled into the bottom corner beyond Maximilliano Coombes.

The home side almost doubled their lead in the 25th minute, when Palmer connected with Greulich-Smith’s whipped cross, however his goal bound header was well saved by Coombes.

Greulich-Smith went close a minute later, as he held off challenges from the Chester-le-Street defenders, before sending his long rang strike just wide of the post.

The visitors found themselves level five minutes into the second half, when Collins’ cross-come-shot looped over Shaun Newbrook, leaving the Shildon keeper no chance.

The hosts had a chance to take the lead just three minutes later, when Aidan Heywood found Dean Thexton in space 10 yards out, however the striker could only send his effort over the bar.

Shildon were awarded a penalty 15 minutes from time, when Trotter was brought down in the box under the challenge of Matthew Keogh.

Greulich-Smith stepped up and sent Coombes the wrong way, confidently dispatching the ball into the bottom left hand corner.

Shildon held on for the win, which sees them travel to Division One rivals Sunderland RCA in the next round of the FA Vase.

Our programme v Northallerton Town is now online, sponsored by @sash_hardware

Our digital programme v Northallerton Town  is now available to view online.

We would like to thank Sash Hardware in Shildon for the sponsorship of the programme for the 2020/21 Season.

The programme is published on the day of the match to members of the 100 Club, which is a weekly draw with a chance to win £100. Numbers are £2 each and the draw is published via our Facebook page as well as the 100 club WhatsApp group.

If you would like the programme link on a matchday and stand a chance of winning £100 for £2 per week please get in touch either through our email programme@shildonafc.com, Twitter @Official_SAFC or our Facebook Page @ShildonAFC.

A week after every home game the programme will be published on our website view its own page 

Click here to view the programme v Northallerton Town

One in and One out on Loan

Shildon favourite and last years Manager’s and Director’s player of the year, Matty Robson, has rejoined the club as cover for Jordan Lavery who is suspended for 3 games after his sending off against Newton Aycliffe. Many Thanks to Tow Law Town for their help with the transfer.

Dom Curl has moved to Tow Law on loan to gain some valuable game time.

Matty goes straight into the squad for tomorrow’s game against Chester-le-Street in the FA Vase.

Chairman’s Update – Covid-19

As you are all aware there have been new restrictions issued for parts of the North East of England with regard to Covid-19. Following previous guidance from the Durham County Football Association and our continuing wish to play football we will continue to fulfill fixtures at Dean Street – in line with the Governments guidelines. Therefore the scheduled tie in the FA Vase against Chester le Street will go ahead tomorrow (19/9/20) with the maximum number of spectators allowed being 300.

We have continued to work hard and improve the Covid-19 plans for the Club, bar, and Clubhouse taking into account changes in guidance as they happen. Portaloos continue to be available within the ground as the bar is closed on match days and entrance to the ground is only allowed to those who have previously applied for tickets. We will continue to use these applications as the basis to collect information to support track and trace.

Current advice states that “you should not attend amateur or professional sporting events as a spectator in the areas affected. If you do attend, you must remain socially distanced and groups of no more than 6”.

When you come to the ground can you ensure the following happens;

  • you MUST NOT socialise with other people outside of your own households or support bubble (a maximum of 6).

  • you use our hand sanitiser.

  • you adhere to social distancing guidelines

  • you DON’T use the Bar toilets.

Your help and understanding in complying with these restrictions will help us to ensure we can continue to host football games.

As and when guidance/restrictions change we well endeavor to keep you informed.

Many thanks for your support.

David Dent

Chairman

Shildon 3 Northallerton Town 0, Match Report by Adam Gill

Shildon 3-0 Northallerton Town: Match Report

Shildon got back to winning ways after they defeated nine man Northallerton Town at Dean Street in the Northern League Division One.

Billy Greulich-Smith’s penalty in the 55th minute gave Shildon the lead before Matthew Crust’s own goal doubled Shildon’s lead.

John Howard was sent off for the visitors before Dean Thexton increased the Railwaymen’s advantage from the spot.

Andrew Shepherd was given a straight red card in added time as that capped a dismal evening for the visiting side.

The away side had the first chance of the game five minutes in, when Nathaniel Skidmore saw his effort from 25 yards out cannon back off the bar.

Both sides pushed for the opening goal before half time, with Daniel Moore heading just wide before Nathan Stephenson saw his effort saved by Shaun Newbrook.

Shildon were awarded a penalty when David Palmer was thought to be fouled in the box, however the Northallerton didn’t seem to think though.

Greulich-Smith stepped up and slotted home into the bottom right corner, sending Northallerton keeper Thomas Dawson the wrong way.

The home side were two ahead in the 70th minute, when a fizzing low cross wasn’t dealt with by Crust who turned home into his own net.

The away side were reduced to 10 just minutes later, when Howard was shown a second yellow after a poor challenge on Chay Liddle.

Shildon were awarded their second penalty of the game after a Northallerton defender was thought to have handled the ball in the box.

Thexton stepped up and fired home, sending Dawson the wrong way to score his first goal of the season.

Shildon face Chester-le-Street in the FA Vase at Dean Street on Saturday, whilst Northallerton host Billingham Town.