Club announcement...
THE BIGGEST ANNOUNCEMENT IN THE HISTORY OF METHLEY UNITED AFC
The Pride of Methley is getting a new home
We are incredibly proud to announce that Methley United AFC has officially signed a long-term partnership with Castleford Rugby Union, securing the use of the Pinfold Lane playing fields from August.
This is a huge step forward for our club — and an important one for the whole community.
Our recent member survey told us clearly that more pitches and better facilities in Methley were a priority. We listened, and this partnership goes a long way towards answering that.
Pinfold Lane gives us access to:
- More playing space
- Floodlights
- Toilets and running water
- Electricity
- Kitchen facilities
- Storage
There is work to do to improve the site over time, but the potential is enormous.
The blue area shows the land secured from August through our partnership.
The red area represents exciting longer-term opportunities we hope to explore as our vision develops.
We know an opportunity like this comes with responsibility. We are committed to working closely with local residents, Castleford Rugby Union, the FA and the council to make sure Pinfold Lane becomes a positive addition to the village.
To every volunteer, coach, player, parent, sponsor and supporter who has helped build this club — this is your achievement too.
More pitches. Better facilities. More football in Methley.
The next chapter starts now.
Chris Paul
Club Chairman
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We have a few places left in our mini lions group (u5/6s) - this is for children who have joined full time school from September.![]()
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We have a waiting list for year 1 children (boys and girls). If you would like to get your son/daughter a place at one of the most fun and friendly clubs and one of the fastest growing clubs in the county please get in touch ❤️⚽️❤️
We have a few places available to join our U7s girls team (Year 2). With most of our teams full to bursting, we have a rare opportunity to join a fun and friendly group at Methley United AFC.![]()
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We are excited about joining the West Riding Girls League in the New Year, places will go fast so please get in touch ASAP to guarantee your place. ![]()
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Please feel free to share far and wide ❤️⚽️❤️
🦁 Saville Town 1–1 Methley White Lions 🦁![]()
🏆 County Cup – Round 2![]()
❤️🖤 Methley win 4–3 on penalties! ⚽️![]()
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What a game and what a finish! 🔥![]()
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The boys travelled away today to face Saville Town, a team playing three divisions above us, knowing it was always going to be a tough test.![]()
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We started a little nervously and went 1–0 down early on, but the boys never gave up! Despite some great passing, a brilliant team work and some lovely link-up, we went into half-time trailing.![]()
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The second half was a different story! 💪 Bobby won the ball in midfield and played a pinpoint pass out wide to Toby, who carried the ball forward before setting Bobby up for a fantastic finish into the net! ⚽️ 1–1!![]()
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The boys pushed hard for a winner, creating some great chances, but were denied by an outstanding opposition goalkeeper.![]()
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At the other end, our defence stood strong, and Henry produced an incredible late save, tipping a close-range effort onto the crossbar to keep us in the cup! 🧤🔥![]()
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The final whistle went at 1–1.![]()
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PENALTIES! 😬⚽️![]()
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The shootout had everything, with goals, misses and nerves keeping everyone on edge! The boys showed fantastic composure and determination from the spot to come through a tense penalty shootout, winning 4–3 on penalties and booking their place in the next round of the County Cup! 🏆❤️🖤![]()
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A massive effort from every single player today. The determination, teamwork, fighting spirit and belief shown throughout the game, especially in the second half, were brilliant to see. The boys never gave up, kept fighting for each other and showed exactly what Methley Lions are all about! 🦁![]()
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🎙️ Coach’s Comments 🦁❤️🖤![]()
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Some game today! 🔥![]()
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We’ve worked really hard in training on attitude and teamwork, and today that really showed! 💪![]()
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Really, really proud of all the lads. ![]()
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👏 Thank you to everyone who travelled to support us, and to Saville Town for a fantastic game.![]()
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ON TO THE NEXT ROUND! 🏆⚽️![]()
❤️🖤 #MethleyLions #WhiteLions #CountyCup #TogetherWeRoar
🔴⚫️ METHLEY UNITED U14’s 8️⃣ - 1️⃣ WHELDRAKE 🟠⚫️![]()
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Another fantastic performance from the boys as Methley were in control almost the entire game, dominating possession, creating chances and playing some fantastic football.![]()
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Methley got off to a great start, with Seth opening the scoring on 10 minutes after a lovely assist from Corey.![]()
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Ten minutes later, Teddy was in the right place at the back post to tap home from barely a yard out and double Methley’s advantage.![]()
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Straight from Wheldrake’s restart, Methley won possession back and, on 22 minutes, Noah H produced a fantastic finish, using the outside of his boot to brilliantly lob the Wheldrake keeper. Oliver R being the provider.![]()
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Oliver R then got himself on the scoresheet in the 29th minute with an absolute beauty of a free kick, flying straight into the top bins to make it 4-0 at the break.![]()
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Wheldrake came close early in the second half, but it was Methley who struck again just three minutes after the restart. A dangerous Lucas cross caused problems in the Wheldrake box, with a defender unfortunately turning the ball into his own net.![]()
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Wheldrake then enjoyed a little spell of possession, but any hopes of a comeback were quickly put to bed when centre back Noah F stepped forward and unleashed an absolute beauty from distance in the 52nd minute to make it 6-0.![]()
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Left back Lucas was provider once again, this time picking out winger Blake, who made no mistake with a quality finish on 57 minutes.![]()
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Wheldrake managed to grab a goal back shortly afterwards to make it 7-1, but Methley weren’t done there!![]()
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Methley’s first goalscorer would also be last goal scorer with Seth grabbing his second of the morning on 61 minutes, calmly finishing an Archie assist to round off an excellent 8-1 victory.![]()
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👏 Well done to all of the boys on another fantastic team performance, with quality from front to back.![]()
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🏆 COACHES’ PLAYER OF THE MATCH – OLIVER R![]()
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A thoroughly deserved award for Oliver R following a hardworking, energetic performance in the middle of the park. Great work rate and quality throughout!![]()
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That’s now 6 wins from 6 as we continue our unbeaten start to the season!![]()
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Next up, we look forward to welcoming fellow unbeaten side Allerton in a couple of weeks.
Methley Utd Vipers Match Report 1st November.![]()
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A brilliant game all round today! The Vipers played Horsforth JFC Cobras away in the League in our 4th visit to Bodington Sports Hub this season.![]()
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It was quite a slow start to the game, maybe the 5° temperature played a part in that 🥶 ![]()
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We worked a lot in training on passing and moving, and we started to see the work paying off. Defensively we were pretty solid at the back, again, things we have worked on in training showing on the pitch.![]()
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Goals and Assists;![]()
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Goals: Jack, Lucas and Oscar![]()
Assists: Henry and Jack![]()
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Players of the Match;![]()
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Coaches went to Arthur, who played a blinder in defence. His confidence has really increased over the last few weeks, and today he was vocal at the back.![]()
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Opposition went to Oscar, who just doesn’t stop. He battled well, got a number of nice passes off, and scored a crucial goal that came from an indirect free kick.![]()
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Parents went to Jack, who was celebrating his 10th birthday today. Didn’t stop running, made some great runs on the right wing, scored and assisted, and took a couple of knocks but was straight back up like a warrior. ![]()
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Arthur – played in defence. Showed growing confidence, solid defending and a brilliant attitude!![]()
Cristian – played in defence. Showed solid defending, a brilliant attitude and great effort!![]()
Finley – played in defence and on the wing. Showed plenty of energy and strong tackling!![]()
Henry – played on the wing and set up a goal. Showed lovely passing!![]()
Jack – played on the wing and up front, scored and set up a goal. Showed clever dribbling, plenty of energy and lovely passing!![]()
Joel – played in goal. Showed great goalkeeping, some great saves and lovely passing!![]()
Lucas – played up front and scored. Showed strong tackling, super teamwork and great effort!![]()
Oscar – played in defence and in midfield and scored. Showed super teamwork, plenty of energy and real improvement!![]()
Roman – played in midfield and on the wing. Showed plenty of energy, clever dribbling and super teamwork!![]()
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Well played, Vipers — a great effort all round!![]()
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As always, a big thank you to our sponsors;![]()
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Methley white lions travelled away today for a county cup 2nd round fixture against Saville town who play in the Huddersfield league division 4. The white lions are Garforth league div 7 so from the off we knew it was always going to be a tough fixture. ![]()
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We started off a little nervy which allowed the first chance for Saville who took the chance very well and took an early lead ! The boys didn’t let their heads go down and really battled for the remainder of the 1st half really testing Saville defence & GK. ![]()
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Even after all our hard battling we saw ourselves in at half time 1-0 down and the pressure was on for a big 2nd half. ![]()
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We spoke at half time about being more aggressive and direct in our attack play. Supporting each other in defence & really throwing it all on the line 2nd half. ![]()
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We come out 2nd half and did just that. A great passage of play saw Bobby Harrison steal the ball in the middle of the park and send a pin point pass out wide to Toby who carried the ball well and waited for Bobbys timely run into the box and delivered it on a plate for a beautiful slotted finish into the bottom corner. 1-1 and the boys are now buzzing !! ![]()
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We pushed & pushed and really should have got another few goals. Stopped buy a brilliant young GK in the Saville town net. ![]()
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Saville didn’t stop there ! They came back at us and put us under some pressure. Our defence for the most part did absolutely brilliant limiting the shots on Henry’s goal ! One chance did come when Saville got a late corner and the ball drops to the striker inside the 6 yard box ! Looks like we are heading out of the cup ! When Henry comes out of no where and tips the shot onto the bar from close range and stops the ball on the line !! Outstanding save ! Keeps it at 1-1. ![]()
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Pressure is mounting both coach’s nerves are on edge. Both planning to get there penalty takers on the pitch as we know where it’s heading !! ![]()
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Final whistle goes !! 1-1 final result & into penalties! ![]()
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Great effort from both teams ! Methley took the win ! 3-4 on pens ❤️⚽️🖤. ![]()
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Thank you to the supporters & Saville town for a great game of football ⚽️
⚽❤️🖤 STRIKERS MATCH REPORT 🖤❤️⚽![]()
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With the Strikers not having a league fixture today, they took the opportunity to get a friendly arranged — and what a great game it turned out to be! 🙌⚽![]()
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It was a really tight game from start to finish and one that could have gone either way. Both teams played the game in exactly the right manner, making it a brilliant game of football for everyone involved! 👏![]()
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With no pressure of the usual fixtures, it was also a great opportunity to mix things up a little and give some of the boys a chance to try different positions! ❤️🖤![]()
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🏆 Coach’s Player – Seb![]()
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Seb usually spends his time being a rock at the back, so today we decided to mix things up and give him the chance to play in every position! 😂![]()
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As always, Seb put his heart into absolutely everything he did, no matter where he was asked to play. A brilliant effort and fantastic attitude throughout! 💪👏![]()
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🏆 Parents’ Player – Jacob![]()
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Another fantastic display from Jacob, who usually finds himself on the scoresheet most weeks! ⚽🔥![]()
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Unfortunately, today just wasn’t his day in front of goal, despite coming so close on a number of occasions. He was unlucky not to get one, but he looked dangerous every time he went forward and caused plenty of problems for the opposition! The goals will definitely be back next week! 😄👏![]()
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🏆 Teammate of the Day – Ellis![]()
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A massive shout-out to Ellis, who stepped up to go in goal when nobody else fancied putting the gloves on! 🧤😂![]()
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And what a decision that turned out to be! Ellis pulled off a fantastic save which resulted in us breaking away and scoring at the other end! From a brilliant save to a goal within moments — a fantastic contribution for the team! 🙌⚽![]()
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A huge well done to all of the Strikers today. A great friendly, played in the right spirit, with lots of effort, teamwork and brilliant football on show! ❤️🖤⚽![]()
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Proud of you all! 👏
The u11s whites travelled to Hall Green this morning and put in a fantastic team performance. Some really unselfish play where everyone worked for the team looking for passes and supporting each other throughout ![]()
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Riley made some great saves in goal with some good blocks. ![]()
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Ethan, Alex, James and Joshua were solid in defence with some strong tackles and covered each other well. ![]()
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Harry, Jesse and Carter picked everything up in the midfield and kept a calm head to play some lovely balls forward![]()
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Zach had an amazing game up front especially first half scoring 2 excellent goals and then covered in defence in the second half with a fantastic goal line clearance to be awarded well deserved player of the match![]()
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Joe had a fantastic game on the wing with some great runs forward and battled hard for the ball and topped it off with a well taken goal to take the captain's armband. ![]()
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Aaron's work rate on the left wing was superb with the speed he got up and down the pitch. Unlucky not to score and made some crunching tackles. ![]()
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Thomas had another awesome game and was a prime example of playing for the team today. 2 excellent solo goals but also 5 assists with some excellent balls played into the box ![]()
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Teammate chosen by the players went to Jesse. ![]()
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It was also lovely to see how the boys all supported each other on and off the pitch again,cheering each other on and congratulating each other on an excellent pass, block, goal, save. Well done boys!
🦅 Our U11s HAWKS produced another superb battling display in a thriller against Brighouse Town Oranges today. ![]()
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😧 A few scary moments along the way but this team never gives in and showed brilliant teamwork right to the end!![]()
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⚽️⚽️⚽️ Georgia with a hat-trick from midfield in another superb performance![]()
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⚽️⚽️ Two more for Freya capped a great all round effort including the first half at GK![]()
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🏆 Georgia and defensive rock Violet with well deserved awards from coaches, parents and opposition. ![]()
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🙌 Keep up the good work - a fantastic team still improving with every outing!
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We just wanted to make people aware about some devastating news we found out last night that Robbie Beachall, who many will know from his many years playing for Methley United. Robbie has been recently diagnosed with Acute Myloid Leukaemia.![]()
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The family received better news yesterday that the cancer is treatable with a good success rate so we have everything crossed for Robbie as he starts today his first round of chemo treatment today.![]()
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Robbie played for many years for the club with Coach Glen and Deano, finishing his junior grassroots career only last May in the u18s group. ![]()
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Robbie right from his early years has always been a kind, friendly, respectful, unbelievably talented and versatile young footballer.![]()
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We wish Robbie all the very best with his treatment over the coming months. The whole Methley United family are behind you Robbie ❤️![]()
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🙏⚽️❤️⚽️🙏
Last weekend all our teams held a minutes applause (the open age was a minutes silence) for one of our amazing former coaches and community legend Michael Turner aka Midge.![]()
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Lots of footage from the minutes applause by all our teams have been shared but sadly due to the size we can’t display them all on here so here is a snippet of a few clips to show our teams showing our love to Midge and his wonderful family ❤️⚽️❤️![]()
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Always in our thoughts![]()
RIP Midge![]()
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⚽ MATCH REPORT ⚽![]()
Methley Utd U10 Vipers vs Featherstone Flyers U10s Jets![]()
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A windy Sunday morning home game at Church Lane today for the Vipers against a strong Featherstone Flyers team! Always a good game between these two teams with some strong passing, tackles and fair play from both teams!!![]()
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It was a tight battle throughout the game with the wind making itself known on occasions but the football on display dealt with the conditions well. Both teams were throwing everything forward and both defences working hard to keep any attackers at bay.![]()
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Goal on the day came from Henry with an assist from Roman. ⚽![]()
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🏆 Coaches Player of the Match: Joel — made some great saves from some cracking shots from the opposition and spoke loud to his defence. ![]()
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🏆 Opposition Player of the Match: Henry — played well up front and scored a well worked team goal.![]()
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🏆 Parents Player of the Match: Finley — played his different positions well and kept the pressure on.![]()
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Brilliant effort today from this brilliant team. Really proud of them! 💪🐍![]()
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⚽️❤️🖤 Methley U8 Strikers 🖤❤️⚽️![]()
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The Strikers were in action at the Wakefield Gala today! Did we win it? No. Did we have a brilliant time? ABSOLUTELY!!! 🙌![]()
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And honestly, at under-8s football, that’s what it’s all about! ❤️![]()
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The boys put absolutely everything into their games today. We won some, lost some and drew some, but most importantly, we did it together as a team! 💪⚽️![]()
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There was plenty of hard work, lots of smiles and some fantastic football on display. The boys all had the opportunity to try different positions, learn new things and challenge themselves in ways they might not usually get to on a weekend. That’s what these galas are all about — developing, learning and enjoying the beautiful game!![]()
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We were missing a few of our usual faces who were enjoying their holidays, so a massive thank you to Oscar and Alfie for stepping in and helping us out today. 👏![]()
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You’d never have known they hadn’t been with us all season! They fitted straight in, worked hard for the team and were absolute superstars. You’re welcome back anytime, lads! ❤️🖤![]()
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I couldn’t be prouder of the boys. They stuck together, supported each other and gave everything in every game, regardless of the result.![]()
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There might not have been a trophy to bring home today, but there were smiles, laughter, valuable experience and a whole lot of memories made — and at this age, that’s worth far more than any medal! 🏅❤️![]()
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A massive well done to all the boys, and thank you to the parents for their support as always!
First gala for the Sharks today and they didn’t disappoint!! Absolutely fantastic effort from every single one of the boys, they all worked super hard and showed some great teamwork, won, lost & drew. Most importantly they all had a great day off football and really enjoyed the experience 💙⚽️🦈
❤️🖤 Methley United U11 Reds Match Report ⚽![]()
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After a week’s break, the boys were raring to go this morning, and boy, did they put on a display!!! 🔥![]()
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With a few last-minute illnesses, we were down to just one sub, meaning plenty of game time for everyone. No hiding on the bench today, boys! ![]()
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The team worked brilliantly together, not just going forward and creating chances, but also putting in the hard yards tracking back and defending when needed. It was fantastic to see everyone working for each other and playing as a team. 👏![]()
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Aaron took on a new role at left back today and absolutely embraced the challenge! He produced some fantastic runs down the left, getting forward whenever he could and showing just how versatile he can be. He even came away with Parents’ Player of the Match. Tactical genius, if I don’t say so myself! 😉⚽![]()
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Riley was absolutely on fire in goal, coming out on top in several one-on-one situations and pulling off some brilliant stops. His performance was so impressive that even the opposition coach had a few good words to say about him, earning him Coaches’ Player of the Match. 🧤🔥![]()
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Timmy came into the game with fire in his belly today! He was putting in some big tackles, battling for every ball and happily taking on a number of different positions when needed. His determination and willingness to do whatever the team needed earned him Teammate of the Match. 💪![]()
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At the back, Zaine and Jax formed a solid defensive partnership, breaking up numerous opposition attacks and doing a brilliant job of getting the boys moving forward again. They worked really well together and gave the team a great platform to build from. 👊![]()
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In midfield, Bo, Oliver and Danny linked up brilliantly, creating some excellent chances going forward while still putting in the work defensively. They tracked back, battled for possession and showed great teamwork throughout. Exactly what we want to see! 👏![]()
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Most importantly, it was brilliant to see the boys out there enjoying their football, playing with confidence and having smiles on their faces again. 😁![]()
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A fantastic team effort all round, with some brilliant individual performances thrown in for good measure. Keep working hard, keep learning and, most importantly, keep enjoying it, boys! ❤️🖤![]()
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Up the Reds! 🔴⚫⚽
U11 Panthers, you were phenomenal today. We are all blown away by how much you’ve grown this season. Only 8 available for our away trip to Featherstone Flyers Lionesses today and every player gave it their all and absolutely smashed every position. ![]()
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The defence was sharp and mopped everything up, the midfield showed superb energy and kept driving the team forward and they supported the strikers to create lots of chances and kept the excellent oppo keeper busy. Our own keepers were on point, an example set by a cat-like Ruby who pulled off a memorable wonder save early doors. ![]()
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The passing was beautiful!! A really strong development for the team, summed up when the coaches said … “the side before self mantra was really evident today with players looking for passes to better placed teammates rather than running into trouble and also celebrating each other’s strong play”. ![]()
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Goals today from Annie and Bethany (2). Shout out to Darcey who commanded play at the back and her reliability gave others the freedom to roam.![]()
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An absolute pleasure to watch Panthers, very proud ❤️🖤❤️![]()
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Coaches’ Player - Ruby![]()
Parents’ Player - Darcey![]()
Opposition Player - Aurora
Get to know our U10 Vipers.![]()
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The spotlight was on our Vipers this week, with a little “Get to Know Me”. So here’s a very short Q&A with them 🐍![]()
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Sadly, we have some very sad news to share. Former Methley United coach Michael Turner, affectionately known as Midge, passed away at home on 16th October 2026, aged 61, following a brave battle with illness.![]()
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Many of our coaches and committee members who have been involved with the club for many years will remember Midge fondly. He coached his son Callum’s team for many years, taking them all the way through to the Under-18s.![]()
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Those who didn’t know Midge through his coaching at Methley may have crossed paths with him around the village, at Elland Road, or through his work as a window cleaner in more recent years, or back in the day when he was on the milk round.![]()
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Midge was a friendly, kind and considerate man, with a wonderfully dry sense of humour that was infectious. Even after his coaching days had come to an end, he continued to follow the club closely on Facebook and would often come down to watch the matches. Methley United clearly remained close to his heart.![]()
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Midge will be sadly missed by all who knew him, and our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to his wife Angela, his son Callum, his family and all his friends at this very difficult time.![]()
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The funeral will take place on Thursday 5th November, with the service at Pontefract Crematorium at 1pm.![]()
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As a club, we will be celebrating Midge’s life and paying our respects with a minute’s applause before every game this weekend. ❤️⚽️❤️![]()
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Rest in peace, Midge. Thank you for the memories. 🙏❤️
🦅 MUAFC U11 Hawks rocking their new training tops at Fleet Lane this evening - big thanks to sponsors Hoober Homes. ![]()
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👌 Good session tonight - bring on the next challenge!
Methley United 1st 6 - 3 Leeds Modernians III 🔴⚽️![]()
With all eyes on our First Team as the only squad playing this weekend, the boys delivered an absolute thriller at home to keep our perfect record alive!![]()
The game started slow, and we went 1-0 down in the first 10 minutes after conceding from a set piece. But that was the wake-up call we needed to switch gears and step up the aggression.![]()
• ⏱ 30' | GOAL! Ordish gets the equalizer! A brilliant bit of skill to dribble past the final defender before smashing an amazing finesse shot from the edge of the box. 1-1.![]()
• ⏱ 40' | GOAL! Just before the break, a perfectly delivered corner finds Keelan Woods at the near post to fire us into the lead! 2-1.![]()
The second half started slowly again, and a tough near-post cross led to an own goal, pulling them level at 2-2. But the Reds dug deep, absorbing the pressure and unleashing some lethal counter-attacks to blow the game wide open:![]()
• ⚽️ Ordish bagged his second of the afternoon!![]()
• ⚽️ Harvey hit the back of the net to put us two ahead!![]()
• ⚽️ Dalt clinical finish to secure our fifth!![]()
• ⚽️ Jobbers came off the bench for the final 20 minutes and absolutely put the game to sleep with our sixth!![]()
Leeds Modernians grabbed a late consolation, but the points stay at home.![]()
🏆 Man of the Match:![]()
Ordish takes it today for his brilliant brace and that unbelievable finesse opening goal!![]()
🎖 Honorable Mentions:![]()
A massive shoutout to Harry Connely and Marius Chiorescu for an absolute battle in the middle of the park. They controlled the engine room and dug deep when it mattered most!![]()
4 wins out of 4 games! 🔥 What a promising start to the season. Let's keep this momentum going right to the very end! 💪🔴