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Three Tameside clubs have discovered their FA Cup Preliminary and Extra Preliminary Round opponents ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 season.

Of the 13 Manchester United players who jetted off to the US to take part this year’s World Cup, only five remain. 

Since the appointment of Enzo Maresca as Manchester City’s new manager and the confirmation of Elliot Anderson’s move to the Etihad, there hasn’t been much news to discuss for this week’s edition of City Watch.

Heading into England’s last-16 World Cup tie with Mexico, I was optimistic, but I certainly wasn’t confident and there were plenty of reasons to be concerned. 

Glossop motorsport sensation Alisha Palmowski extended her lead at the top of the F1 Academy standings over the weekend with a home race win at Silverstone. 

Last Thursday saw the return of non-League football in Tameside, as local rivals Denton Town and Droylsden battled it out for the Geoff Gable Trophy. 

Ashton under Lyne Swimming Club capped off their excellent season in style last month by winning the coveted Celebration Gala at the Manchester Aquatics Centre. 

Glossop North End will have a new man between the sticks next season following the arrival of experienced goalkeeper Ollie Martin. 

Hadfield Cricket Club is celebrating the successful opening of its brand-new net facility, marking a major milestone for grassroots sport in the area.

A Tameside man is planning to run over 500 miles in memory of his late father.  

A new clubhouse will be built to replace the ‘outdated’ building at Denton West Cricket Club.

In the week since I last wrote the City Watch column, there have been a number of developments including the confirmation of our new manager as well as some potential signings almost complete.

We are only a few weeks into this summer’s transfer window, and it already feels like Manchester United’s hopes of a strong midfield rebuild are slipping away. 

Stalybridge Celtic goalkeeping coach Phil Jackson has completed a remarkable walking challenge in honour of his late wife Jen, raising over £20k for charity in the process. 

Hyde United have strengthened between the sticks with the signing of talented goalkeeper Jordan Eastham, who returns to Ewen Fields following his departure from Ashton United. 

Residents across Oldham are being invited to enjoy a day of family fun while supporting a vital local cause at the upcoming Charity Fun Day at Oldham Rugby Union Club. 

Curzon Ashton have confirmed the signing of experienced midfielder Danny Whitehead, following his departure from National League North side Macclesfield. 

Droylsden is now home to a state-of-the-art children’s only swimming facility, thanks to the work of four-time Olympic medallist Rebecca Adlington. 

A talented Tameside teen is preparing to represent his country on the international stage. 

Ashton United have continued their summer squad overhaul with the arrival of several big-name players. 

England began their World Cup campaign last week with what was on paper their toughest game in the group. 

After a week off from the City Watch column, I have returned to continue the summer gossip as we prepare for next season following the conclusion of the World Cup. 

The summer transfer window is now open, but we are no closer to knowing who United are planning to bring in ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. 

The iconic four-day running event, The Tour, returned over the weekend, with a brand-new winner grabbing the headlines.

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.