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After over a year away from the ring, High Peak boxer Jack Massey will return to action this weekend as he takes on Argentina’s Ivan Gabriel Garcia in Derby. 

Curzon Ashton were involved in a topsy turvy six-goal thriller on Tuesday night, which saw hosts Darlington come from behind twice to ensure the points were shared in the North East. 

Results elsewhere went in Manchester United’s favour over the weekend, leaving the Reds with an opportunity to move into the top four; instead, they sit in tenth place. 

Following the conclusion of the international break, Manchester City faced Newcastle United at St James’ Park on Saturday in their return to Premier League action. 

Glossop RUFC fell to defeat at the weekend, with hosts Littleborough picking up a convincing 41-19 win.

Oldham RUFC made the journey to the Isle of Man for their league fixture on Saturday.  

TSOG Gymnastics Club was transformed into Hogwarts this weekend as gymnasts, coaches, families and volunteers came together for the club’s annual Championships – a highlight of the year and an important fundraiser for the not-for-profit Community Interest Company.

I wouldn’t have chosen Latics’ Josh Hawkes as my man of the match for his two goals and action man performance in Saturday’s 3-0 win against Newport County, but the official match sponsors did.

Glossop’s Queen of Speed Alisha Palmowski rounded off her F1 Academy season in style over the weekend, sealing her fifth podium of the campaign in Race 2 in Las Vegas. 

Saturday saw Ashton United squander a 2-0 half-time lead to lose 4-2 at Guiseley, after which Steve Cunningham dubbed his players ‘cowards’. 

After a turgid first half, Latics put Newport away comprehensively. 

The Exiles are bottom of League Two having lost 11 of their 16 fixtures, including their last game, which was against Shrewsbury Town, the next worst team in the league when they met last Saturday. This means only one thing to Latics fans of a certain vintage.

Glossop motorsport star Alisha Palmowski is preparing for her final test of this year’s F1 Academy season.

Manchester United are looking to rebuild their midfield in the upcoming transfer windows, with the club reportedly looking at bringing in two players to help improve Ruben Amorim’s side.

With the International break in full flow, there isn’t much Manchester City related news to talk about in this week’s column. 

A goal in each half was enough to see Ashton through to the first round proper of this season’s Manchester Premier Cup despite a spirited fightback from the visitors. 

As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end, and this was the case on Tuesday as St Helens put a stop to Glossop North End's five game winning streak. 

My rule of thumb for match reports is not to mention the weather or other external factors unless they are material to the direction or outcome of the game.

The only Tameside club left in this year’s FA Trophy have discovered their third-round opponents. 

Stalybridge Celtic moved into the NPL West play-off positions on Saturday after a comfortable 4-1 win at home to Wythenshawe Town. 

Latics return to League Two action at Boundary Park tomorrow after one of their best performances of the season gave them a 0-1 win away to Harrogate Town last Saturday.

Greater Manchester is once again leading the way in innovation and collaboration, this time in the world of workplace wellbeing.

Ashton United came back from Staffordshire empty handed on Tuesday night as their former player, Louis Potts, inspired hosts Leek Town to a 2-0 victory. 

Four clubs across Tameside are supporting the National League’s 3UP Day of Action this Saturday, and thus will all kick off at the later time of 3:03pm. 

Following Remembrance Day, we spoke to Curzon Ashton goalkeeper – and former soldier –Josh Ollerenshaw, about what the day means to him.

Following the shock resignation of newly appointed Glossop North End boss Ashley Connor, the Hillmen have moved swiftly to bring in his replacement.

Oldham RUFC continued their league campaign with another home game against Burnley on Saturday, who themselves were unbeaten to date in league fixtures, with Oldham hoping to keep their 100% home record intact for the season. 

United head into another international break with a sense of assurance after they left it late to claw back a point against Spurs on Saturday.

Manchester City faced two crucial games in the Premier League and Champions League ahead of the final international break of the year.

Glossop Manchester City Supporters Club have made a generous donation to a fantastic local cause. 

Ashton United got back to winning ways on Saturday with a 2-0 win at Ilkeston Town, which moved them to within a point of the NPL Premier play-off spots. 

In a shock turn of events, newly appointed Glossop North End manager Ashley Connor has stepped down from his position just days after his arrival at Surrey Street. 

Stalybridge slap fighter Louis ‘Razor’ Robinson got his Power Slap career off to a flying start at the weekend with a third round TKO victory over world number seven James Siekmann in Riyadh. 

Hyde United were the victims of an upset in the final of the Manchester Premier Cup on Tuesday, with opponents Irlam picking up the trophy for the first time in their history. 

An exhilarating four-day event, the Tour accommodates runners all of levels, whether you’re a seasoned marathon runner or just entering the sport. If you don’t feel like tightening your laces and stepping out on the start line, there are still plenty of ways you can get involved.

An iconic four day running event in Tameside, The Tour is back on the race calendar for 2024, and this year it will be brought to you by Quest Events. If you’re on the hunt for the perfect summer plan, tickets for The Tour is now on sale - Make use of our Early Bird offers on now until mid February 2024.

Denton Town have been promoted to the Cheshire Premier Division, after a 2-2 draw against Parklands in their final match of the season.