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Droylsden are just two wins away from a trip to Wembley after seeing off Bilston Town away from home to seal their place in the quarter-finals of the FA Vase. 

An investigation has been launched after a mass brawl broke out following Droylsden FC's FA Vase win at Bilston Town. 

A woman from Tameside has completed her quest to run 100 marathons in 100 days across India, in memory of her late father. 

A Tameside-based cheer and dance school is preparing for the trip of a lifetime after securing multiple prestigious bids to compete on the world stage in Orlando, Florida.

In a closely contested game that saw both packs evenly matched, the base was laid for both sets of backs yet plenty of ball to test defences.

Hyde United have confirmed the loan signing of FC United winger Dontai Gabbidon.  

Glossop RUFC romped to their third straight victory in style on Saturday, seeing off Heaton Moor 24-0.

There have been many great days in the proud history of Aldwinians RUFC, but this one will live long in the memory.  

Michael Carrick cited ‘spirit’ as the driving force in Manchester United’s 3-2 over Fulham on Sunday. 

Following a poor result away against Bodo Glimt in the Champions League, and despite a bounce back against Wolves last weekend, City were in desperate need of a good result with a crucial game in mid week in Europe and against our old enemies, Tottenham Hotspur.

Saturday saw the return of the annual Active Tameside Festival of Sport and Wellbeing, which welcomed people of all ages to come together to try out a range of new sports. 

Droylsden climbed to the top of the NWCFL First Division North on Tuesday night with a statement 3-0 win over promotion chasing rivals Nelson.

Curzon Ashton picked up their first league win of 2026 on Saturday, coming from behind to see off strugglers Hereford at the Tameside Stadium. 

The first half of this game was 49 minutes of nothing.

One valuable lesson I learned from James Reade, professor of economics at Reading University, Latics academic board member, Boundary Bulletin contributor and massive Latics fan, was to tell fortunes working on the basis of points per game.

Mossley have confirmed the signing of teenage midfielder Harry Olufowobi, who joins on loan from fellow Tameside club Curzon Ashton. 

New Hyde United boss Michael Clegg has moved swiftly to make two new additions to his Tigers squad.

In light of the 1st XV’s game away at Colne & Nelson being cancelled due to unfit pitches, ORUFC’s only senior game of the weekend was the 2nd XV’s home fixture facing Carrington for the 2nd time this season after an away loss earlier in this year’s league campaign.

A dance and cheer academy from Tameside are set to represent the borough on a world stage. 

Following the defeats to Manchester United in the derby and Bodo Glimt in the Champions League, Manchester City were in desperate need of a good bounce back game to get the momentum going again.

Two games into Michael Carrick’s interim management run, and the mood has completely flipped at Manchester United. 

A Tameside teen recently made his debut for the Scotland national futsal team. 

Glossop RUFC made it back-to-back wins over the weekend with a 30-7 victory over De La Salle.

Glossop North End got back to winning ways on Saturday with a statement win at home to high-flyers Padiham. 

Hyde United slipped back into the relegation zone on Saturday after a 2-1 defeat at home to fellow strugglers Rushall Olympic, a result which spelled the end of Martin Coyne’s tenure. 

Following the resignation of Martin Coyne earlier today, Hyde United have confirmed the appointment of former Ashton United boss Michael Clegg.

Droylsden have bolstered their attacking options with the signing of experienced forward Matty Bryan. 

Glossop RUFC picked up a comprehensive home victory over the weekend, seeing off Liverpool Collegiate 51-16. 

Recently, there has been some discussion about what exactly United’s DNA is, and while it’s hard to put into words exactly what that is, fans know it when they see it. And Saturday’s 2-0 win over Manchester City was the epitome of that. 

Manchester City faced two crucial games in their season this week, with a fierce rival and unlikely opponent both featuring against the Blues. 

Oldham RUFC saw off basement club Ramsey over the weekend, defeating the Isle of Man side 27-19.

A local Rugby Union player is celebrating an impressive milestone.

Footballing legend Les Sutton has been honoured at a celebration evening at Hyde United Social Club.

The draw for the semi-finals of the Manchester Premier Cup has been made, with two Tameside derbies potentially on the horizon. 

It’s been apparent for a few weeks now that this Athletic side have the ability to mount a serious challenge for promotion this season.

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.