Mike Cunningham’s poem reflects the culmination of events 26 years ago as the Wembley dream was short lived… They started out in ’85 down in Division Four Managed by a Scottish chap whose mother was a bore But little Lou was cunning then and paid ten bob for Bamber What David got we’re not quite sure but up the town did clamber
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Steven Fyfe profiles Town’s first new signing for the 2016/17 season, ex-Reading midfielder, John Goddard… Swindon Town have acted quickly in announcing the first addition to their ranks ahead of the 2016/17 season with the news that Woking midfielder John Goddard has signed a three year deal. Having done a little research I am very hopeful the newest arrival at SN1
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Mike Minihane continues his look back 50 years to events at the County Ground, as Swindon Town returned to Division Three in 1965/66…
Read moreWith pre-season now drawing to a close, Alex Cooke looks back at past seasons to establish whether pre-season and form taken into the campaign make any difference for mounting a successful promotion push. Can anybody predict promotion from pre-season? What exactly does a crushing 11-0 win against a Norcia XI teach us? What can Paolo learn from a match as
Read moreDiscipline, respect and most importantly fitness have been Di Canio’s message to the returning Swindon Town squad early in pre-season. Nobody can doubt the positive change Paolo has brought with him to install upon a previously lethargic and injury plagued side, but for me there remains concerns whether there is enough competitive pre-season action to prepare Town for League Two.
Read moreI’m surprised we’re talking about Morrison leaving Swindon Town before Austin flies the Robin’s nest… Today Town confirmed reports that Reading’s £250,000 offer for the 20 year old central defender has been accepted, as this met a release clause insisted by Morrison when he last renewed terms. Chairman Andrew Fitton said to the Adver: “I expect he (Morrison) will become
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