Sport
The very best local sports coverage
Glossop, Tameside and Oldham are home to many local sports teams - from community football and cricket to non-league, EFL and Premier League football, as well as local and county cricket. Our region also boasts a rich heritage in boxing, athletics, basketball, esports and golf. We have a passion for local sport. Tameside Radio, Tameside Reporter, Oldham Reporter and the Glossop Chronicle also ensures that our international teams and athletes feature heavily on air, online and in print.
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From Ewen Fields to the Etihad: The meteoric rise of Iliman Ndiaye
Six years ago, Iliman Ndiaye had just netted his first goal for Hyde United in a 3-1 win over Matlock Town, the day after his 20th birthday.
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Ex-City star to visit Glossop
Former Manchester City player David White is heading to Glossop Cricket Club next week as part of his Shades of Blue 2 tour.
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City Watch: Cherki inspires Blues in Selhurst Park rout
Manchester City continued their perfect start to the Premier League season on Friday night with an impressive 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
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United View: Fernandes stars as Reds bounce back
Manchester United bounced back from their opening day horror show in emphatic fashion on Sunday, thrashing Ipswich Town 5-2 in front of a mightily relieved Old Trafford crowd.
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Bank Holiday football round-up: Derby day delight for Curzon and Glossop
Both Ashton sides met in the league for the first time in over seven years on Bank Holiday Monday, as Curzon Ashton welcomed Ashton United to the Tameside Stadium.
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Ashton derby to support Willow Wood Hospice
Curzon Ashton’s match against local rivals Ashton United on Bank Holiday Monday will be dedicated to supporting Willow Wood Hospice.
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All square in battle of the Robins
A second half equaliser from visiting winger Ash Hunter saw the battle of the two Robins teams finish all square at Hurst Cross after a much livelier second period.
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Nash bounce back in style
Following a run of three defeats in four, Curzon Ashton bounced back in style on Tuesday night with a statement 4-0 win at high-flyers Warrington Town.
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United View: Reds stunned by the Tigers
Manchester United opened their 2026/27 Premier League season over the weekend with a trip to newly promoted Hull City, and a match that many expected to be straightforward for Carrick’s Reds turned out to be anything but.
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City Watch: Guehi stars as Blues come from behind
The Premier League is finally back, and after what felt like an eternity of pre-season, Manchester City got their campaign underway with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Bournemouth on Sunday.
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Glossop speedster closes in on F1 Academy title
Glossop motorsport sensation Alisha Palmowski strengthened her grip on the F1 Academy championship over the weekend with a stellar performance in Zandvoort.
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Tameside clubs discover FA Cup opponents
The draw for the first qualifying round of the FA Cup has been completed, with three Tameside clubs learning their fate.
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Weekend football round-up: FA Cup misery for Stalybridge, Mossley and Droylsden
It was a weekend to forget for the majority of our Tameside clubs, with five out of six sides suffering defeat.
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McDonald’s serves up support for Glossop grassroots football
Local McDonald’s Franchisee, Stuart Broadbelt, is delighted to sponsor the Glossop North End Community Club Football Club.
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Weston waves goodbye
Curzon Ashton have been handed a huge blow just four games into their NPL Premier campaign, with last season’s top scorer Tony Weston set to depart the club.
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Elite runners descend on Tameside Cycle Circuit
Hundreds of athletes and elite runners descended on Ashton-under-Lyne for Manchester’s first-ever SportsShoes.com Podium 5K graded race series event on Sunday, 16 August.
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Droylsden Juniors earn FA recognition
Droyslden Juniors FC recently received national recognition for their positive impact on the local community.
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United View: Baleba set for United switch
At long last, Manchester United begin their 2026/27 Premier League campaign this weekend with a trip to newly promoted Hull City.
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City Watch: Blues blown away by rampant Arsenal
The new season is finally here, although unfortunately for Manchester City, the opening weekend couldn’t have come quickly enough.
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Midweek football round-up: Tigers make it two wins from two
After putting their first three points on the board with Saturday’s 2-1 win at Lancaster City, Hyde United made it two from two in midweek.
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Weekend football round-up: Tigers off the mark
Hyde United got their NPL Premier season up and running on Saturday with a 2-1 win at Lancaster City.
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Cup heartbreak for Hyde
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.
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Volunteer at this year's Tour of Tameside
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.
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Your guide to The Tour 2024
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.
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Denton Town promoted to Cheshire Premier Division
Denton Town have been promoted to the Cheshire Premier Division, after a 2-2 draw against Parklands in their final match of the season.
