Stephen Killen
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Senior Football Writer for Reach PLC 📧 stephen.killen@reachplc.com | @OffThePark for non-league football on Merseyside
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City of Liverpool manager Kevin Lynch says his experience in charge has been an eye-opener as he calls for fans to get behind the team.
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'If I'm perfectly honest' - Kevin Lynch admits City of Liverpool troubles after poor start
City of Liverpool are rooted to the bottom of the Northern Premier League West.
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December 21, 2024 at 10:34 AM
City of Liverpool manager Kevin Lynch says his experience in charge has been an eye-opener as he calls for fans to get behind the team.
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Marine manager Neil Young insists they must continue focusing on the positives despite Saturday’s controversial defeat to Scunthorpe United.
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Neil Young responds to Marine claims as positives eyed
Marine remain in the National League North relegation places but manager Neil Young is looking to build on the positives.
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December 21, 2024 at 10:34 AM
Marine manager Neil Young insists they must continue focusing on the positives despite Saturday’s controversial defeat to Scunthorpe United.
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Prescot Cables manager Ste Daley hopes his side can ‘do something special’ against runaway league leaders Macclesfield.
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'Do something special' - Ste Daley speaks out on Macclesfield challenge as Prescot Cables eye upset
Prescot Cables welcome Northern Premier League promotion favourites Macclesfield on Saturday.
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December 21, 2024 at 10:32 AM
Prescot Cables manager Ste Daley hopes his side can ‘do something special’ against runaway league leaders Macclesfield.
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Runcorn Linnets manager Antony Kay hopes they can take their recent form into the hectic Christmas period.
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Antony Kay hopes Runcorn Linnets form can continue
Runcorn Linnets are unbeaten in their last four, winning their previous two.
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December 21, 2024 at 10:32 AM
Runcorn Linnets manager Antony Kay hopes they can take their recent form into the hectic Christmas period.
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Michael Ellison admits Widnes have to do better despite unbeaten run
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Michael Ellison admits Widnes have to do better despite unbeaten run
Widnes lead this week's coverage as they sit four points clear at the top - winning six straight league matches.
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December 21, 2024 at 10:31 AM
Michael Ellison admits Widnes have to do better despite unbeaten run
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It’s another Saturday afternoon away from the dugout for Paul McNally as he approaches two months since he was dismissed as City of Liverpool manager.
There’s been coaching, watching football and reflecting on a mammoth few years in the dugout.
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There’s been coaching, watching football and reflecting on a mammoth few years in the dugout.
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Paul McNally breaks silence following City of Liverpool exit as next steps outlined
Paul McNally has broken his silence after his divisive City of Liverpool sacking.
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December 14, 2024 at 8:22 AM
It’s another Saturday afternoon away from the dugout for Paul McNally as he approaches two months since he was dismissed as City of Liverpool manager.
There’s been coaching, watching football and reflecting on a mammoth few years in the dugout.
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There’s been coaching, watching football and reflecting on a mammoth few years in the dugout.
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They don’t get more dramatic than that last night for Southport, but did they really even deserve it?
Probably not, but it won’t matter too much.
Match verdict from yesterday’s 2-1 win over Peterborough Sports.
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Probably not, but it won’t matter too much.
Match verdict from yesterday’s 2-1 win over Peterborough Sports.
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Southport super subs snatch win in dramatic Peterborough Sports comeback
Southport edged through to the next round of the FA Trophy after stoppage-time goals from Jack Stafford and Jamie Proctor.
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December 11, 2024 at 8:59 AM
They don’t get more dramatic than that last night for Southport, but did they really even deserve it?
Probably not, but it won’t matter too much.
Match verdict from yesterday’s 2-1 win over Peterborough Sports.
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Probably not, but it won’t matter too much.
Match verdict from yesterday’s 2-1 win over Peterborough Sports.
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“We’re going there with no pressure, we’re going to enjoy our day, like Scunthorpe we’re not going there to make the numbers up - we’re going to get a result.”
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Neil Reynolds makes 'no pressure' Warrington Rylands point ahead of Chorley showdown
Warrington Rylands are looking to continue their FA Trophy run at high-flying Chorley of the National League North.
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December 7, 2024 at 10:48 AM
“We’re going there with no pressure, we’re going to enjoy our day, like Scunthorpe we’re not going there to make the numbers up - we’re going to get a result.”
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Michael Ellison keeps seeing his challenges overcome by his Widnes squad.
They sit four points clear but something is more important in their campaign.
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They sit four points clear but something is more important in their campaign.
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‘The main thing’ - Michael Ellison explains Widnes mentality amid winning run
Chasetown are looking to end Widnes’ winning run.
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December 7, 2024 at 10:47 AM
Michael Ellison keeps seeing his challenges overcome by his Widnes squad.
They sit four points clear but something is more important in their campaign.
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They sit four points clear but something is more important in their campaign.
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Three wins in their last four, Mick McGraa says @Bootle_FC are close to finding their consistency.
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'We're very close' - Mick McGraa makes Bootle admission after three wins in four
Bootle are thriving for consistency and Mick McGraa believes they are edging closer.
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December 7, 2024 at 10:46 AM
Three wins in their last four, Mick McGraa says @Bootle_FC are close to finding their consistency.
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“There’s been times where I thought, ‘should I stay at home’ when you can’t get out there and help the lads but the form has to improve.”
Brutal and honest from Bobby Grant as he discusses his injury frustrations for Marine. offthepark.substack.com/p/bobby-gran...
Brutal and honest from Bobby Grant as he discusses his injury frustrations for Marine. offthepark.substack.com/p/bobby-gran...
Bobby Grant details Marine injury frustration as comeback timeline outlined in potential boost
Marine striker Bobby Grant has revealed his injury frustrations almost led to him avoiding football after their start to the National League North campaign.
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December 7, 2024 at 10:07 AM
“There’s been times where I thought, ‘should I stay at home’ when you can’t get out there and help the lads but the form has to improve.”
Brutal and honest from Bobby Grant as he discusses his injury frustrations for Marine. offthepark.substack.com/p/bobby-gran...
Brutal and honest from Bobby Grant as he discusses his injury frustrations for Marine. offthepark.substack.com/p/bobby-gran...
Draws for the FA Sunday Cup, FA Vase and FA Trophy will be made on Monday.
Time of draws:
The Vase: 12pm.
National Cup: 1pm.
FA Trophy: talkSPORT2 at around 3.15pm.
Time of draws:
The Vase: 12pm.
National Cup: 1pm.
FA Trophy: talkSPORT2 at around 3.15pm.
December 6, 2024 at 11:44 AM
Draws for the FA Sunday Cup, FA Vase and FA Trophy will be made on Monday.
Time of draws:
The Vase: 12pm.
National Cup: 1pm.
FA Trophy: talkSPORT2 at around 3.15pm.
Time of draws:
The Vase: 12pm.
National Cup: 1pm.
FA Trophy: talkSPORT2 at around 3.15pm.
Pitch inspections planned:
Southport vs Peterborough Sports (FA Trophy) - this afternoon.
10:30am: Prescot Cables vs Bamber Bridge
Southport vs Peterborough Sports (FA Trophy) - this afternoon.
10:30am: Prescot Cables vs Bamber Bridge
December 6, 2024 at 10:10 AM
Pitch inspections planned:
Southport vs Peterborough Sports (FA Trophy) - this afternoon.
10:30am: Prescot Cables vs Bamber Bridge
Southport vs Peterborough Sports (FA Trophy) - this afternoon.
10:30am: Prescot Cables vs Bamber Bridge
‘WE’VE COME UP SHORT’ - Jim Bentley Reaction | Southport 0-0 Marine
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‘WE’VE COME UP SHORT’ - Jim Bentley Reaction | Southport 0-0 Marine
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November 30, 2024 at 7:20 PM
‘WE’VE COME UP SHORT’ - Jim Bentley Reaction | Southport 0-0 Marine
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‘WHERE WE CURRENTLY ARE’ - Neil Young Reaction | Southport 0-0 Marine
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‘WHERE WE CURRENTLY ARE’ - Neil Young Reaction | Southport 0-0 Marine
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November 30, 2024 at 7:20 PM
‘WHERE WE CURRENTLY ARE’ - Neil Young Reaction | Southport 0-0 Marine
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Southport and Marine played out a forgettable goalless draw in a tale of consistently inconsistent versus lacking offensively.
The two teams met desperately looking for a win but in the end, it became a must-not-lose.
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The two teams met desperately looking for a win but in the end, it became a must-not-lose.
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Drab, damp and disappointing: Southport 0-0 Marine
Neither Southport or Marine could find the breakthrough at Haig Avenue.
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November 30, 2024 at 6:40 PM
Southport and Marine played out a forgettable goalless draw in a tale of consistently inconsistent versus lacking offensively.
The two teams met desperately looking for a win but in the end, it became a must-not-lose.
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The two teams met desperately looking for a win but in the end, it became a must-not-lose.
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'Rose to the challenge' - Michael Smith praises FC St Helens competitiveness after promotion
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'Rose to the challenge' - Michael Smith praises FC St Helens competitiveness after promotion
FC St Helens sit just outside of the playoffs after a strong start to the season.
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November 30, 2024 at 8:48 AM
'Rose to the challenge' - Michael Smith praises FC St Helens competitiveness after promotion
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Bootle 'desperate' for consistency as Mick McGraa weighs up Mossley threat
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Bootle 'desperate' for consistency as Mick McGraa weighs up Mossley threat
Bootle made it two wins in two after ending their City of Liverpool hoodoo.
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November 30, 2024 at 8:48 AM
Bootle 'desperate' for consistency as Mick McGraa weighs up Mossley threat
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“A lot of people have wrote us off, I’ve been told that before, people have thought we were going to be the whipping boys but as soon as they’ve seen the start, we’re a force to be reckoned with.”
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'People wrote us off' - Ste Daley reflects on Prescot Cables start after pre-season 'whipping boys' tag
Prescot Cables have made an impressive start in their return to the Northern Premier League.
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November 30, 2024 at 8:47 AM
“A lot of people have wrote us off, I’ve been told that before, people have thought we were going to be the whipping boys but as soon as they’ve seen the start, we’re a force to be reckoned with.”
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Neil Young following Marine’s 2-2 draw with Spennymoor.
⚽️Why it isn’t a good point
⚽️Frustration
⚽️Reasons behind Josh Wardle return
⚽️Injuries
⚽️Initial thoughts on Southport
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⚽️Why it isn’t a good point
⚽️Frustration
⚽️Reasons behind Josh Wardle return
⚽️Injuries
⚽️Initial thoughts on Southport
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November 27, 2024 at 11:59 AM
Neil Young following Marine’s 2-2 draw with Spennymoor.
⚽️Why it isn’t a good point
⚽️Frustration
⚽️Reasons behind Josh Wardle return
⚽️Injuries
⚽️Initial thoughts on Southport
Full interview: youtu.be/IBQ0mtOJXBg?...
⚽️Why it isn’t a good point
⚽️Frustration
⚽️Reasons behind Josh Wardle return
⚽️Injuries
⚽️Initial thoughts on Southport
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Loris Karius has found it difficult to recover from the mistakes he made in the 2018 Champions League final. He’s been through a lot, both on and off the pitch. A really open and honest chat.
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Loris Karius exclusive: "I have considered retirement... it has been a difficult situation to recover from'
The former Liverpool goalkeeper speaks to SPORTbible about that night in Kyiv, his future and learning how to DJ.
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November 27, 2024 at 8:17 AM
Loris Karius has found it difficult to recover from the mistakes he made in the 2018 Champions League final. He’s been through a lot, both on and off the pitch. A really open and honest chat.
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Another tough interview for Marine manager Neil Young youtu.be/IBQ0mtOJXBg
‘AGAIN WE’VE LET OURSELVES DOWN’ - Neil Young Reaction | Marine 2-2 Spennymoor
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November 27, 2024 at 8:21 AM
Another tough interview for Marine manager Neil Young youtu.be/IBQ0mtOJXBg
Rolling Stones’ ‘You Can’t Always Get What You Want’ faded out and it was symptomatic of another evening of disappointment for Marine as they were denied late on in a 2-2 draw against Spennymoor.
Thoughts, feelings and takeaways from a cold and frustrating night.
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Thoughts, feelings and takeaways from a cold and frustrating night.
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What Marine PA played at full-time summed up Spennymoor Town frustration
Marine missed the chance to move out of the relegation zone as they suffered a 90th-minute equaliser against Spennymoor.
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November 26, 2024 at 11:18 PM
Rolling Stones’ ‘You Can’t Always Get What You Want’ faded out and it was symptomatic of another evening of disappointment for Marine as they were denied late on in a 2-2 draw against Spennymoor.
Thoughts, feelings and takeaways from a cold and frustrating night.
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Thoughts, feelings and takeaways from a cold and frustrating night.
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