National League North

Live stream | Boston United (H) | National League North

6th December 2020
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Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to announce a live stream will be in operation for our National League North clash with Boston United on Tuesday (December 8).  With Tier 3 restrictions in Northumberland forcing the club to continue its home fixtures behind closed doors, we’re even more committed in bringing the game live to you! Streaming passes are priced at £8, with both Blyth and Boston supporters welcome.  To watch,…

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Report | Blyth lose at Kettering despite late surge

5th December 2020
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By Liam O’Brien In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant Vanarama National League North Saturday December 5th 2020 KETTERING TOWN 2-1 BLYTH SPARTANS Blyth Spartans suffered a 2-1 defeat away at Kettering Town, despite a late fightback following Kurt Russell’s first goal for the club. It was one-way traffic in the first-half as The Poppies took just 10 minutes to take the lead with a header from…

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Preview | Kettering Town (A) | National League North

4th December 2020
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BY Stephen Burton Blyth Spartans face a trip to Kettering Town on Saturday as Michael Nelson’s side hope to bounce back from Wednesday’s defeat to York City. Spartans were made to rue their missed chances in the first-half against the Minstermen, who ran out 3-0 winners at Croft Park.  Just three points separate Blyth, who are looking to avoid a third straight defeat, and The Poppies in the National League…

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Squad numbers | Blyth Spartans 20/21

4th December 2020
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The players of Blyth Spartans AFC have selected the following squad numbers for the 2020/21 campaign: 1 – Brendan Pearson 2 – Rhys Evans 3 – Olly Scott 4 – Matthew Elsdon 5 – Kris Thackray 6 – Alex Sakellaropoulos 7 – Connor Thomson 8 – Simon Heslop (C) 9 – Dan Wilson 10 – Callum Guy 11 – Kurt Russell 12 – Priestley Griffiths 14 – Panos Katsamagkas 15…

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Report | Spartans rue missed chances and suffer double injury blow against York

2nd December 2020
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BY Aaron Hindhaugh In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant Vanarama National League North Wednesday 2nd December 2020 BLYTH SPARTANS 0-3 YORK CITY Blyth Spartans missed some big chances and lived to regret it as York City put three past them on a bleak night for the home side. Michael Woods opened the scoring after just eight minutes following a swift counter-attack. Harry Bunn then doubled York’s…

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Preview | York City (H) | National League North

1st December 2020
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Blyth Spartans host York City on Wednesday evening – Michael Nelson’s side first game since finishing their self-isolation period.   It will be exactly 17 days since Spartans last kicked a football when the promotion favourites arrive at Croft Park.  Here’s everything you need to know about the game: INJURY NEWS  Liam Agnew remains out, while Olly Scott returned to training on Monday ahead of schedule but won’t feature against…

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Programme | #Issue 5 | York City

1st December 2020
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Issue #5 of our digital matchday programme SPARTANS is available to purchase now!  Blyth Spartans welcome York City to Northumberland on Wednesday evening, the club’s first game in 17 days. But 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 you matchday routine with a browse of our…

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Live stream | York City (H) | National League North

29th November 2020
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Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to announce a live stream will be in operation for our National League North clash with York City on Wednesday (December 2).  With Tier 3 restrictions in Northumberland forcing the club to continue its home fixtures behind closed doors, we’re even more committed in bringing the game live to you! Streaming passes are priced at £8, with both Blyth and York supporters welcome.  To watch,…

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Club Statement | Northumberland Tier 3 restrictions

26th November 2020
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Following the announcement that Northumberland will be placed in Tier 3 when lockdown restrictions end on 2 December, it is with regret we confirm that fixtures at Croft Park will remain behind closed doors for the foreseeable future. Elite football clubs based in Tier 1 and Tier 2 can open their gates to fans at a reduced capacity, however those with Tier 3 restrictions must continue to play without supporters…

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Club Statement | Positive Covid-19 test

17th November 2020
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Blyth Spartans AFC can confirm it has received a positive Covid-19 test. As a result, the club will enter a period of self-isolation and has postponed its National League North matches against Spennymoor Town, Kettering Town and Boston United.   The club will return to action when York City are the visitors to Croft Park in early December. The fixture may be moved back 24 hours from its original date,…

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