Sport from Monday, August 3rd, 2026
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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GNE off to a flyer
Glossop North End made a dream start to their 2026/27 NWCFL Premier Division campaign over the weekend with a 2-0 win at home to Euxton Villa.
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Celtic take spoils in all-Tameside clash
Stalybridge Celtic ended their pre-season campaign in style over the weekend with a 2-1 win over Tameside neighbours Ashton United.
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No fans, no problem
There may have been no fans inside the Butchers Arms over the weekend, but that didn’t stop Droylsden from making a perfect start to their 2026/27 NWCFL Premier Division campaign.
