Preview | Gateshead (H) | National League North

24th December 2020

In association with LV BET: Blyth Spartans host local rivals Gateshead on Boxing Day – the first of a festive double-header between the two clubs. Michael Nelson’s men also play their first match in 10 days having been forced to self-isolate for a third time this season last week. TEAM NEWS Spartans will be without Paul Blackett and JJ O’Donnell, who are ineligible to play against their parent club. Liam…

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50/50 draw | Gateshead (H) | National League North

24th December 2020

Blyth Spartans AFC can announce full details regarding Dougie’s virtual 50/50 half-time draw against Gateshead on Boxing Day. It’s very easy to enter – supporters wishing to take part must do the following:  Transfer £1 for each entry to the Club’s bank account. (Sort code: 30-95-76. Account No: 01912440) Enter 50/50 as the reference. We will accept entries up to the referee’s half-time whistle.  The draw will be made at…

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Programme | Gateshead (H) | National League North

24th December 2020

Issue #8 of our digital matchday programme SPARTANS is available to purchase now!  Blyth Spartans host local rivals Gateshead on Boxing Day and while supporters remain locked out of Croft Park, we’re trying our to give you the full matchday experience. As well as our live stream, which begins at 2:45pm, why not start your matchday routine with a browse of our matchday programme? For just £1, you can read:…

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Live stream | Gateshead (H) | National League North

23rd December 2020

A live stream will be in operation for Blyth Spartans’ highly-anticipated National League North clash with Gateshead on Boxing Day.  As per government guidelines, games at Croft Park must be played behind closed doors for the foreseeable future, although the club is planning for the return of spectators. In the meantime however, the club remains committed to live streaming its home fixtures, with Gateshead the next to visit Northumberland.  Streaming…

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Interview | Nelson previews Boxing Day derby with Gateshead

23rd December 2020

MANAGER Michael Nelson wants his players to understand how much the Boxing Day meeting with Gateshead means to Blyth Spartans supporters. Spartans host local rivals Gateshead at Croft Park this week, the first of a festive double-header between the two clubs with the return fixture taking place at the International Stadium on January 2nd. The same happened last season but in reverse, with Blyth running out 3-2 winners away from…

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Report | Blyth unlucky to lose at Brackley

12th December 2020

In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant Vanarama National League North Saturday, December 12th 2020 BRACKLEY TOWN 2-1 BLYTH SPARTANS  TEN-man Blyth Spartans came away from St James Park empty-handed despite a committed performance against Brackley Town.  The Spartans defence were barely carved open with a penalty from Shane Byrne and a corner converted by Lee Ndlovu deciding the encounter. JJ O’Donnell had levelled for Blyth, who…

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Preview | Brackley Town (A) | National League North

11th December 2020

BY Stephen Burton Blyth Spartans face a long trek to Brackley Town on Saturday as Michael Nelson’s side will be hoping to end a run of four straight defeats. It’ll be another tough test for Spartans, who for the second match in a row, face a side from last season’s top seven. And, for the second consecutive Saturday, Blyth will play in front of a crowd. TEAM NEWS Nelson will…

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Report | Pearson heroics not enough as Blyth lose to Boston

8th December 2020

BY Stephen Burton In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant Vanarama National League North Tuesday, December 8th 2020 BLYTH SPARTANS 0-1 BOSTON UNITED Brendan Pearson’s goalkeeping heroics weren’t quite enough as Blyth Spartans endured a disappointing defeat to Boston United. The Spartans stopper produced a string of fine saves but was beaten by a close range strike from Scott Garner on 52 minutes. Once again injuries took…

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Preview | Boston United (H) | National League North

7th December 2020

In association with LV BET Blyth Spartans host Boston United in their third National League North game in just six days on Tuesday evening (December 8). Michael Nelson’s men returned from an enforced 17-day break last Wednesday against York City before travelling to Kettering Town on Saturday. Those brought back-to-back defeats for Blyth, who will now look to put that right when last season’s play-offs finalists visit Northumberland. TEAM NEWS…

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Programme | Boston United (H) | National League North

7th December 2020

Issue #6 of our digital matchday programme SPARTANS is available to purchase now!  Blyth Spartans welcome Boston United to Northumberland on Tuesday (December 8) , Michael Nelson’s side third game in just six days. And while supporters remain locked out of Croft Park, we’re trying our best to bring the match to you. As well as our live stream, which begins at 7:30pm, why not start your matchday routine with…

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