Sport from Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
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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Massey makes his return
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.
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Midweek football round-up: Nash held in six goal thriller
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.
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United View: Reds stunned by 10-man Everton
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.
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City Watch: Blues suffer back-to-back defeats
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.
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Hillmen beaten on the road
Glossop RUFC fell to defeat at the weekend, with hosts Littleborough picking up a convincing 41-19 win.
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Douglas delight for Oldham
Oldham RUFC made the journey to the Isle of Man for their league fixture on Saturday.
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Magic in the air at TSOG’s Club Championships
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.
