Interviews & Features
‘It’s quite funny that stereotype and that stigma attached to me’ – Reece Styche: the man not the myth
Hednesford Town's recent capture of Reece Styche seals not just the return of a player who progressed through their ranks once upon a time, but the addition of one of non-league's most accomplished and experienced frontmen – and a current international footballer to...
‘I’ve still got so much to give’ – In depth with recent Wrexham man Elliott Durrell
A footballer making a run, but take away the fervour of a matchday crowd, the company of teammates and opponents, and the prospect of just maybe being the one to put that finishing touch on a move. It suddenly became a familiar scene for players from far and wide last...
Part two of The Bosses’ Lounge, with Spalding United’s Gabriel Zakuani
Spalding United’s Gabriel Zakuani is the latest manager to feature in The Bosses’ Lounge. If you missed the first half of his interview, you can find it here. In this concluding part, Gaby runs into the regular Q&A section. Here's how #TheWall himself took to the...
The Bosses’ Lounge (Vol. 38) – Gabriel Zakuani (Spalding United)
Pushing beyond the threshold to reach for better was every bit a feature of Gabriel Zakuani’s playing career, and shortly before last season’s action ground to an early halt, the four-time promotion-winner found himself in the managerial hotseat for the first time at...
The Bosses’ Lounge (Vol. 37) – Matt Gray (Sutton United)
“There’s so much outside interest, and there has been for quite a few months now, but I’m quite a level guy and I really try to make sure that the staff and the squad are like that as well. The hype’s getting bigger and bigger, of course it is, but with two games to...
‘The gaffer sees Dales Lane as his home’ – Rushall Olympic’s Liam McDonald sticks with the Pics
(Courtesy of Andy Poole) Rushall Olympic manager Liam McDonald has agreed an extension to his deal at Dales Lane. It gives the Southern League Central side a considerable boost in their preparations for the new campaign, as they look to maintain their place among the...
‘I’m probably the happiest I’ve been in my life’ – In depth with returning Folkestone Invicta goal-getter Ade Yusuff
This month has seen Ade Yusuff officially rekindle his fondest old footballing flame. In Folkestone Invicta, he is returning to a club he believes has come on leaps and bounds in his two years away, while the Kent side are also catching him at a time when he feels as...
‘A credit to him and his family’ – Barnstaple Town boss Edwards delighted with Tomlinson’s Plymouth Argyle chance
By Terry Brumpton Barnstaple Town are delighted to have played a small part this season in the progress of Plymouth Argyle prospect Ollie Tomlinson. The 18-year-old defender joined Dean Edwards' side on loan from Argyle at the beginning of this season, making his...
‘I think I’ll be a good foil for him’ – Dave Kevan relishing Dickinson reunion at Hanley Town
By Will Bailey Thirteen months ago, the world of football stood still as Coronavirus decimated our country, stopping the game at all levels and ending many seasons early. Clubs lower down the pyramid struggled the most, with the absence of matchday supporters...
Wembley calls but ‘why break with routine?’ – United Services Portsmouth skipper Jeffes
By Ken Gaunt It is the biggest game in the 59-year history of United Services Portsmouth, but for skipper Tom Jeffes, it will be a normal Saturday morning. The 34-year-old central defender has no plans to change his routine ahead of the historic FA Vase semi-final...