The Pilgrim 2019-20, match 9: Argyle vs Grimsby Town

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v Grimsby Town Sky Bet League Two, League Match 9 Saturday, November 2. 3pm.

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E G A P T S R I F E H T

ARGYLE’S FIRST FIVE GAMES AGAINST GRIMSBY TOWN

ARGYLE’S FIRST FIVE CLEAN SHEETS UNDER RYAN LOWE

January 15, 1921 – Argyle 0 Grimsby 0

v Crewe Alexandra 3-0, August 3

January 22, 1921 – Grimsby 1 Argyle 1

v Colchester United 1-0, August 10

August 31, 1932 – Argyle 4 Grimsby 0

v Leyton Orient 2-0, August 13 (Carabao Cup)

September 6, 1932 – Grimsby 2 Argyle 3

v Walsall 3-0, August 24

October 14, 1933 – Grimsby 5 Argyle 1

v Mansfield Town 1-0, September 28

FIRST FIVE ARGYLE GAMES ON NOVEMBER 2

JOEL GRANT’S FIRST FIVE CLUBS

1907 Argyle 4 Bristol Rovers 2, Southern League

Aldershot 2006-08

1912 Merthyr Town 3 Argyle 2, Southern League

Crewe Alexandra 2008-11

1929 Argyle 1 Southend 1, Division Three South

Wycombe Wanderers 2011-13

1935 Argyle 1 Doncaster Rovers 3, Division Two

Yeovil Town 2013-15

Watford 2005-07

1946 Argyle 4 Newport County 1, Division Two

OWEN FARRELL’S FIRST FIVE ENGLAND CAPS

GRIMSBY TOWN’S FIRST FIVE MANAGERS HN Hickson 1902-20

v Scotland, February 4, 2012 (Six Nations Championship)

Haydn Price 1920-21

v Barbarians, May 27, 2012 (Tour of South Africa)

George Fraser 1921-24

v South Africa, June 16, 2012 (Tour of South Africa)

Wilf Gillow 1924-36

v South Africa, June 23, 2012 (Tour of South Africa)

Charlie Spencer 1937-51

v New Zealand, December 1, 2012 (Autumn Test series)

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THE LOWEDOWN

WE need to get back to the winning form that we are capable of; last weekend was out first defeat in seven games. We have had a few draws in there as well as a few wins and that shows where we are at the moment – a little bit inconsistent.

We are obviously disappointed that our unbeaten run has ended – we are disappointed to lose any game that we play in, let alone a derby – but we want to put that straight again and get back to winning ways.

I have said, all the way along, that getting to where we all want to be is going to be hard work, and I know the Green Army will appreciate that and will stick by us through thick and thin.

We have to stick together and keep believing – believe that we are going to get better each day and each game. I want the fans to be positive; I want the group to be positive.

We had a good game in midweek against Chelsea’s Under-21 side in the Leasing.com Trophy. We have gone into that competition as strong as we can and given it the full respect that it deserves.

It is a competition that I like – I got to the semifinal last season – and I want to go through to the next stage; we have won one game, drawn one

and lost one, and we are now waiting on another team to help us if we are to go through.

Back to the league today, we know that we have got a tough task against Grimsby; they are well organised and will be coming here looking to take a scalp. We have got to make sure that does not happen.

After that, we have an FA Cup game to look forward to at Bolton. I hope that the Green Army ranks will be boosted by a contingent of Bury fans there; there has been a lot of talk about that on social media, with me and a few of my staff and players having come here from Bury.

Unfortunately, the Bury fans are not watching any football at the moment and they are literally down the road, so it would be nice to see them there and for the Green Army to welcome them.

I am sure that they will.

Today, before the match, we show respect to those who have died in the service of their country and those who have fought in wars.

We are a club that proudly represents a services city and it is only right and proper that we remember those brave men and women, today and every day.

After the pre-match act of remembrance, we will aim to put on a performance to honour them, and for fans to remember.

Green Army!

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ARGYLE 0 CHELSEA 1

Russell 90

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Argyle (3-5-2)

Chelsea Under-21s (4-2-3-1)

1 Mike Cooper (gk); 4 Will Aimson (6 Niall Canavan 88), 5 Scott Wootton, 3 Gary Sawyer (capt); 2 Joe Riley, 7 Antoni Sarcevic , 20 Adam Randell , 32 George Cooper (25 Josh Grant 66), 21 Callum McFadzean; 18 Billy Clarke (16 Joel Grant 63), 17 Byron Moore.

31 Jamie Cumming; 61 Henry Lawrence, 53 Jack Wakely, 51 Clinton Mola. 49 Marcel Lavinier (72 Tino Lavramento 83); 52 Jon Russell , 45 George McEachran; 55 Tino Anjorin (67 Levi Colwill 73), 56 Thierno Ballo, 65 George Nunn (57 Armando Broja 90); 41 Charlie Brown.

Substitutes (not used): 24 Alex Palmer (gk), 26 Mike Peck, 33 Rubin Wilson, 39 Zak Rudden.

Substitutes (not used): 40 Karlo Ziger (gk), 62 Marcel Lewis, 66 Dynel Simeu, 68 Xavier Simons.

Referee: John Busby. Attendance: 1,725 (125 away)

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USA TOUR IN the third part of a five-part series detailing Argyle’s tour of America in 1954, NINO ROBERTSON turns his attentions to a return game against the mighty Broussia Dortmund.

Argyle’s third game of their tour was against the Colorado All Stars at the Denver Bears Baseball Stadium, where the Pilgrims recorded their biggest victory of the tour. They comprehensively swept aside the All Stars 16-2. Yes, 16!

Sam McCrory grabbed a double hat-trick- matching Neil Langman’s feat in the previous game of the tour, an 8-4 win against the St Louis All Stars. There were seven other goalscorers to take us into double figures: Langman (2), Ernie Edds (2), Jimmy Crawford (2), Paddy Ratcliffe, Neil Dougall, Tony McShane and Malcolm Davies. .

If it was a shot in the arm the Greens were looking for, they certainly achieved that as they headed for the bright lights of Los Angeles. We faced up against Broussia Dortmund again on May 16 hoping for some sort of retribution at Wrigley Field, where many Hollywood film stars were among the 15,000 spectators.

Following on from the 4-0 defeat by Dortmund in the opening game of the tour in Chicago, Argyle were beaten 3-1, McCrory again scoring. In many ways, it was a landmark goal because of the location as well as it being against such famous opposition.

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Turning our attentions away from the beautiful game, as the team were in Hollywood, it would have been rude not to sample what the area has to offer.

In Hollywood, the Argyle players were taken over to the Paramount Film studios for a tour and to meet some of the stars. Photos from the day show Pilgrims Paddy Ratcliffe and Neil Dougall posing for pictures with Kathleen Hughes who was an actress who appeared in film, TV and in theatre from 1949-98. She starred in “Welcome to Hollywood” in 1998.

Other members of the squad met Audie Murphy. As well as being an actor, Murphy was one of the most decorated American soldiers of the second world war.

He received every military combat award for bravery available from the US Army, as well as French and Belgian awards for immense courage.

He won the Medal of Honour for the spirit that he demonstrated at the age of 19 for single-handedly holding off an entire company of German soldiers for an hour at the Colmar Pocket in France in January 1945, then leading a successful counter-attack while wounded and out of ammunition.

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Review IN the battle between the two basement sides of Sky Bet League Two last Saturday, a late goal from Scott Cuthbert helped Stevenage clamber out of the solitary relegation place, dumping visitors Morecambe in it in the process.

The home side’s skipper headed home a Charlie Carter corner on 82 minutes to condemn Morecambe to what is already their tenth league defeat of the season.

Worse was to come for the Shrimpers later in the week, when the EFL’s longest-serving manager Jim Bentley (pictured) left the club to take charge of non-league outfit AFC Fylde.

Elsewhere, three games fell foul to torrential autumn rain last weekend, while Argyle might wish the Devon derby had gone the same way.

The postponement of the table-topping clash between Forest Green and Crewe meant that the Grecians shot up to second in the league table, also leapfrogging Cheltenham and Bradford on the way, as their games were rained off, at Grimsby and Macclesfield, respectively.

Swindon were also beneficiaries of the truncated game-week, putting four goals past Crawley on their own patch to climb to fifth place.

Eoin Doyle’s hat-trick made it 13 goals in 13 games for the Bradford loanee. The division’s leading marksman fired the Robins in front after just five minutes, latching on to Anthony Grant’s cross for the simplest of finishes. Doyle struck again moments before half-time, heading home from Dion Donohue’s cross to send the visitors into the break with a two-goal cushion.

He added his third on the hour, converting Keshi Anderson’s through pass, before Jerry Yates rounded off the win on 87 minutes.

Newport were the only side in the top seven to lose on the weekend, despite taking the lead over

LEAGUE TWO SO FAR THIS SEASON 1,943 CORNERS 35 RED CARDS 661 YELLOW CARDS 459 GOALS

Colchester just five minutes into the game. Tristan Abrahams, who was a stand-out performer in County’s 1-0 win over Argyle early in the season, converted Josh Sheehan’s cross early on to put Michael Flynn’s side in a commanding position.

However, Colchester hit back before half-time, first through Ryan Jackson’s long-range drive, before Ben Stevenson handed the U’s the lead going into the break. Courtney Senior rounded off the victory for the hosts, who moved to within four points of their opponents, who occupy the final play-off position, with victory.

Northampton are also hot on the heels of the play-off pack, making it three league wins in a row by defeating Cambridge United at the PTS Academy Stadium, with Harry Smith and a George Taft own-goal proving the difference.

Leyton Orient continued an indifferent start to life under Carl Fletcher with a 1-1 draw at home to Carlisle United. The O’s looked to be on their way to victory thanks to Josh Wright’s seventhminute penalty, but Jack Iredale’s equaliser earned Steven Pressley’s side a valuable point.

Two former Walsall players came back to haunt their former club as Mansfield took all three points away to the Saddlers.

Andy Cook, Walsall’s top scorer last season in League One, converted Otis Khan’s 30th-minute cross to put the Stags one up, before Elijah Adebayo levelled on the stroke of half-time.

Former Walsall defender Mal Benning set up the decisive goal, crossing for former Pilgrim Alex MacDonald to win the game on 68 minutes.

There was also drama at the Peninsula Stadium, where Cameron Burgess, on-loan from Scunthorpe, netted the equaliser for Salford against his parent club in a 1-1 draw. Kevin van Veen gave Paul Hurst’s side the lead on 34 minutes, before Salford loanee Burgess headed home Ibou Touray’s cross deep into first-half stoppage time.

Port Vale and Oldham contested the division’s only goalless draw of the weekend at Vale Park.

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ANDREW PARKINSON CHIEF EXECUTIVE GOOD afternoon and a very warm welcome to everyone for this afternoon’s game with our visitors Grimsby Town.

We particularly welcome the supporters and officials who have made the long trip down from the Lincolnshire coast. The Mariners are a club with an illustrious history and who we last played at Home Park in the FA Cup almost exactly two years ago, Argyle coming away with a 1-0 victory that day. It is great to see them back here again.

It has certainly become that time of year, with the nights drawing in, that attention is focused on a number of fronts. We have an Emirates FA Cup game with Bolton Wanderers to look forward to and a significant Green Army to support Ryan and the team in Greater Manchester, and then the last few home games before the Mayflower Grandstand reopens, coinciding with the very busy Christmas football schedule. More to follow on this as we near the time.

However, our attention is also looking beyond this, to the January transfer window. Whilst, at times, this may appear to be chaotic, particularly in the shortened winter window, preparation is key and Ryan will already have a good idea of our future needs for the turn of the year until the end of the season and beyond.

Many factors and considerations will go into his thinking on this front, not least the injury position

within the squad which, of course, can change very quickly. Preparation, therefore, also means being flexible in approach and prioritisation.

Off the field, I have also highlighted that Home Park will, in December, become a leading venue in the south west for conferences and events. In order to support this, there are many operational considerations, such as cleaning, security and maintenance, as well as generating a pool of experienced staff to help deliver the hospitality and events business.

This will underline a key benefit to both the club and wider community – that of job creation, not just on match-day but throughout the year and across different fields. It will cement the club’s place as more than just a football club but – as in the case of the Argyle Community Trust – being an integral part to the community and wider city.

It is that, too, which will see Argyle being much at the fore for the Mayflower 400 celebrations in 2020.

As we therefore go into the last two months of the year, it is very much a case of battling on a number of fronts, both with the here and now and in preparation for what is to come.

COYG! With best wishes.

Andrew

“PREPARATION IS KEY AND RYAN WILL ALREADY HAVE A GOOD IDEA OF OUR FUTURE NEEDS FOR THE TURN OF THE YEAR"

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We are proud to be the official charity for Plymouth Argyle Football Club. Argyle Community Trust uses the prestige of football and the reach of the club to inspire, engage and help adults and children of all ages and abilities, achieve their full potential. Offering a range of courses and activities the Trust provides a way for people across Devon and Cornwall to learn, play and succeed.

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ARGYLE duo Scott Wootton and Jose Baxter recently paid a visit to the Football Café with Argyle Community Trust.

Health and Disability Officer Emma Potter said: “Reminiscing about sport can help people with dementia revisit vivid memories. Our weekly sessions use sport to help combat the effects of dementia, depression and loneliness.

Run in partnership with support and befriending service Elder Tree, the Football Café is a weekly meeting point delivered by the club’s official charity for people living with dementia and their carers.

“We put a lot of emphasis on putting on activities similar to what the participants used to do, and with many of them as ex sportsmen and spectators we do tend to talk about sport a lot so it’s lovely for them to come out and meet likeminded people.”

Designed to stimulate the brain through a shared love of sport, the sessions have continued to grow in popularity.

The Argyle defender and midfielder met with participants and family members who take part in the sessions that are held every Friday at the Manadon Sports Hub in Plymouth.

During the visit, the players spent time learning about the programme and how it benefits those who attend. They also joined in with many of the activities on offer and couldn’t hold back their competitive nature when playing table tennis and ball skills.

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Midfielder Jose Baxter said: “I loved coming along today and meeting everyone.

Everyone at the sessions were telling Scott their fondest memories of the Club and we hope that we can add to these.”

The weekly sessions offer attendees the chance to get out and about, socialise and talk all things Plymouth Argyle as well as anything else they’d like to help stimulate memories and experiences.

If you would like to attend the Football Café, contact The Elder Tree on 01752 227 447 or email admin@eldertreebefriending.co.uk.

Every Friday 1.30-4.30pm. Manadon Sports and Community Hub, St Peter’s Road, Plymouth PL3 5JG

NATIONAL Citizen Service have launched ‘No We Can’, their inaugural campaign featuring a new brand identity co-created with teens, encouraging them to declare what they are passionate about in 2019.

“‘No We Can’ gives a voice to a generation ready to speak their minds and acts as a rallying cry encouraging them to overcome boundaries on a micro and macro scale. It is not about promoting rebellion, but about inciting independence at a key transitional age.”

Argyle Community Trust is one the partners in the UK delivering the NCS programme to young people aged 15-17 in Devon and Cornwall.

NCS Programme Manager Todd Hanrahan said: “We are dedicated to making NCS an unforgettable experience for young people. It is more than 3-4 weeks of summer, our programme is there to prepare young people for their next step.”

Argyle Community Trust has been a delivery partner for 10 years and has successfully provided the personal and social development programme to over 3,500 young people.

At its core, the new campaign is about enabling young adults to subvert the societal stereotypes about their generation and build a youth movement. Almost 600,000 young people have already taken part in the programme in the UK. To find out how you can sign up for an unforgettable summer, contact Todd.Hanrahan @pafc.co.uk or call 01752 562 561, option 4.

THE recent half-term was frightfully good, as more than 3,000 young people enjoyed a week of activities across Devon and Cornwall with Argyle Community Trust. The week offered sessions for girls and boys aged 5-15 of any ability, where they could develop their sporting skills and make new friends.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Holidays are coming and the Christmas Cracker is back: December 19 Christmas Cracker December 23, 27 & 30 Festive Football Courses January 3 Back to School Special We offer a range of courses for all ages, gender and abilities including walking football, holidays clubs, education courses, football development centres and multi-sport activities.

Next in the series of Soccer Schools will be the famous Christmas Cracker, where participants get to play alongside the Argyle first team, followed by a meet and greet with the squad.

Pilgrim Pete and Father Christmas will also be in attendance and each person receives a goody bag and the chance to win lots of prizes.

To book your place visit www. argylecommunitytrust.co.uk/courses/

Walking Football for men and women over 50 every Monday Extra Time Hub for men and women over 55’s every Wednesday Soft Play at Manadon for 1- 6 year-olds every Thursday Football Café for people diagnosed with dementia every Friday For the full list of activities and events visit:www.argylecommunitytrust.co.uk/ courses/or our Manadon facility www. manadonsportshub.co.uk

Twitter: @PAFCCommunityTr Facebook: /argylecommunitytrust Instagram: /argylecommunitytrust

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Phone: 01752 562 561, option 4 Email: community@pafc.co.uk Website: argylecommunitytrust.co.uk

Miriam Jordan Keane, CMO at NCS, said: “Young people face a lot of pressures and challenges in their lives today. At NCS we’re passionate about listening to them, understanding them and creating a space for them to bridge social divides.

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BACK I N THE DAY Mike Curno has been scouring the Argyle Archives to seek out some interesting stories from the Pilgrims’ past.

ALBERT ‘Bertie’ Bowler was born in Nottinghamshire in 1891. He was playing for the Sherwood Foresters when Argyle manager Bob Jack spotted him.

The Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment) was a line infantry regiment of the British Army in existence from 1881-1970. They were Army football champions in 1910-11 and 1911-12.

The Foresters were the last of the 'Great War' volunteers; citizen soldiers who joined up to fight in the trenches of France and Belgium during the first world war.

Bertie agreed to accept his discharge from the Army to play for Argyle and his decision proved successful when he signed for the Pilgrims in 1911.

He made his first-team debut in a 1–0 win at New Brompton on December 23 and scored his first goal against Millwall in a 2–0 win on January 6, 1912

He was a very capable player. His preferred position was inside-left but he was also comfortable at centre-forward and would play there, if required. During the 1912-13 campaign, he scored 18 times in 36 games, making a major contribution to the team that won the Southern League that season.

Bowler played five times for the Southern League representative side, including an international trial fixture against the Football League in 1913, and also for England in an unofficial international against Scotland in Cairo during the first world war.

He was renowned for his fantastic ball skills and the Argyle handbook of 1913-14 described him as “strong, clever, fast and dashing. He inspires the forward line and his shooting and head work are invaluable.”

He played for Argyle for eight seasons either side of the first world war, during which he served in the Far East, before retiring in 1923.

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YOUR ATTITUDE DETERMINES YOUR ALTITUDE

WHEN John Wooden, the legendary American basketball coach, was asked what top three traits he looked for in prospective team members, he answered simply: Talent, talent, talent (in that order).

Sounds great – but is he right? Listening to Ryan Lowe’s thoughts on all things football, I am not sure he would agree. I wonder if his philosophy is closer to my own, which I learnt from the writing of Bill Hybels, who used to lead a large church in Chicago and wrote one of my top 10 books on leadership; Courageous Leadership.

His selection process is based on three Cs: character, competence and chemistry (again, in that order).

Whilst for him (leading a Christian Church), character is in large part a reflection of their faithfulness of beliefs, it also involves evidence of honesty, teachability, humility, reliability and a healthy work-ethic, which are valuable in any field, including one with a six-yard area.

For him, it was easier to teach skills than it was character. Competence (talent) is, of course, hugely important, particularly in professional sport, but how many stories do we hear of talented players who never made it to the top or, if they did, their stay there was not a long one?

Or, conversely, the superstars who spent years at the top but, when interviewed, maintained that they were not the most gifted in the team, they just worked hard?

The third ingredient is chemistry, which is a peculiar part of the mix – often difficult to pin down – but massively important: that elusive sense of people getting on well together, fitting in and creating the right atmosphere.

Maintaining this ‘spirit’ once you have it is easier than manufacturing it from scratch, but how quickly it can all change – either when there

is a change of personnel or, sometimes, when results of circumstances change.

This is where character becomes so important – and a particular element of character that I look for in members of my team: attitude. It is contagious (for good or for bad). Negativity can leak and infect those around you, especially if it comes from someone who has influence.

Influence comes from age, position or sometimes just mouth. The vocal ones often carry a lot of influence without realising it. If that mouth is speaking doubt, criticism, cynicism or complaints, then it is dangerous to a team.

On the other hand, if the influencers have a positive attitude, then the team benefits enormously. It brings energy, a sense of what is possible, inner strength that helps overcome problems, and maximises potential. It can carry a team through a wobble, holding them to their principles without letting go of them, because it says: ‘Keep going lads, things are going to change soon’.

When that positive attitude is modelled at the top, and vocalised, it becomes a powerful force that can help a team achieve great things.

You can see it in action in the Argyle dressingroom this season, which bodes well for the rest of the season, with all its ups and downs.

You can apply it to your own life, too. Some have a naturally positive approach; others need to find it from elsewhere. Be careful which voices you tune into (both inside and out) and steward positivity carefully – do not underestimate its value.

Jesus found help listening to the affirming voice of his heavenly father who said: “You are my beloved son in whom I am well pleased.”

And St Paul wrote: “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things.”

with Club Chaplain Arthur Goode

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY...

A BIG happy 60th birthday to Tony Lobb, from St Dennis, Cornwall, who was 60 on Friday, November 1. Tony is a big Argyle fan who has followed them since the 1960s and is a season-ticket holder in Block 3 of the Devonport.

Tony likes to follow Argyle home and away, plus trips away in his motorhome all over the UK. He will be cheering the greens on at Forest Green in a couple of weeks. Big happy birthday from Sally, Paul Ian and the whole family! PS – Keep it Green, Dad!

OBITUARY

BILL Jordan, one of Argyle's biggest supporters, sadly passed away on Monday, October 14, a loving husband to Barbara, who, a few days before, celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary.

A father to five children, grandfather to 10 grandchildren, and great-grandfather to nine great-grandchildren. We will all miss you very much.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Paul Berne Jane Chafer Richard Holliday John Morgan Andrew Parkinson Tony Wrathall

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HAPPY 11th birthday, Ryan.

Hope you have an amazing birthday on Tuesday. Enjoy your early celebrations watching the fantastic Greens!

Lots of love today and always, Dad, Mum and Stacey xxxx.

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“THE BATTLE IS OVER…” ONE hundred and one years ago next weekend, the guns fell silent as ‘the Great War’ came to an end.

More than 70 million military personnel, including 60 million Europeans, were mobilised between July 1914-November 1918; an estimated nine million combatants and seven million civilians died as a direct result of the war, while it is also considered a contributory factor in a number

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of genocides and the 1918 influenza epidemic, which caused between 50-100 million deaths worldwide.

On November 11, 1918, at 11am, in the forest of Compiegne, France, the armistice documents were signed.

The directors, management, players and staff of Plymouth Argyle join today with their counterparts at Grimsby Town, the Green Army and Mariners' supporters, and the world of football in saluting those who gave their today for our tomorrow.

WE WILL REMEMBER THEM

JUST before today’s kick-off, Home Park Approximately 5,000 professional will unite in an act of remembrance led footballers were recruited for the

by Royal Navy chaplain Tim Wilkinson first world war. and club chaplain Arthur Goode.

The players will line up around the centre circle while a Around 2,000 did military service. short dedication is read.

About 600 are believed to have died.

Among their number were some brave Pilgrims.

Alfred Baker Billy Baker William Cox Evelyn Lintott Stanley Reed William Sutherland Norman Wood

Following these, a bugler will sound the Last Post to herald a minute’s silence in which we will remember the members of the armed forces who have died in the line of duty.

At the end of the silence, marked by the bugler’s playing of the Reveille, the captains of each team will lay a wreath behind one of the goals.

“They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.”

Our players will be wearing a special, one-off, commemorative shirt during the game to further pay their respects to the fallen.

The shirt, which carries an embroidered poppy, will be signed by the players following the match and used to raise funds for the Royal British Legion.

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IT has been a frustrating time for Plymouth Argyle Ladies who face a further three matches away from home, making it ten away games in their opening twelve games.

Being on the road does help the team bond as their performances show. Argyle lost their opening two matches but have recovered to make it seven league and cup wins in a row and sit in a healthy third place in National League Southern Premier Division.

The amount of away matches has exasperated manager Dave Leonard. He said: "I am frustrated to play so many away matches but it is what it is and we have to get on with it.'

Argyle are at Portsmouth tomorrow for the Dockyard Derby before then visiting Chichester City. It is then a shorter distance to travel when they meet East Devon opponents Feniton, who the Development team have beaten twice already, in the Devon Senior Cup. The long wait for a home match ends on December 8, when Argyle entertain Watford at Home Park looking to get a four-figure gate.

Despite playing so many games away from home, there is an air of optimism about Argyle Ladies. The signing of new players Bow Jackson and Lydia Huntley has certainly put an edge in training. No longer can players expect to be selected, which means competition for places is high. Leonard said: "I have noticed it in training; these girls certainly train hard as they know there is no automatic selection. It makes my job much harder but that is how I like it."

NATIONAL LEAGUE SOUTHERN PREMIER DIVISION FIXTURES

by Dave Potham What is noticeable is the professional back-up being received at Marjon. The girls are now being treated with first-class facilities at the university, which, again, is greatly appreciated.

There has been terrific news for the Development team. After losing their opening three games, they have bounced back to win the next four, including a remarkable 9-5 win at previous unbeaten leaders Feniton. They followed this with an emphatic 7-3 win against the same team to progress in the Bristol Soccerworld League Cup. It was good to see a decent gate at this match played at the Manadon Sports Hub which the girls really appreciate.

Manager Rob Bonney said: "The dressingroom is really buzzing, and a lot of this has to go down to experienced players: Steph Beck, captain Rachel Javan, Maisie Williams and Rachel Heron. Javan has been with us for a long time but when you have players like Beck and Williams dropping down a level and the added maturity of American Rachel Heron, it is no surprise that confidence is high.

"These players are a great example of buying into what we are trying to do within the club.'

With the league so small, it means the teams will now play each other three times as well as contesting the League Cup. The Development team has no match this weekend but next visit local rivals Plympton away before receiving Alphington for the third time, followed by the visit of Exeter & Tedburn Rangers.

Once again, fans turning up to see the future of the club is greatly appreciated.

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GOOD afternoon and welcome to everyone for today’s Sky Bet League Two encounter against Grimsby Town.

Having been drawn away in the Emirates FA Cup at Bolton Wanderers next week, today is our closest match to Armistice Day and, as such, we will be holding a short act of remembrance immediately prior to kick-off.

Local cadets will also be holding a bucket collection outside the stadium to raise funds for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal, which, this year, is hoping to raise £50m to help support serving and ex-serving members of the armed forces community and their families.

The money raised from the appeal is, of course, vital in the excellent work that the RBL carry out all year round, but it is equally important to focus on the purpose of the simple act of remembrance, which is to “honour those who serve to defend our democratic freedoms and way of life. We unite across faiths, cultures and backgrounds to remember the sacrifice of the Armed Forces community from Britain and the Commonwealth.”

This year, we are being asked to specifically “remember together” the service and sacrifice, friendship and collaboration of the men and women of Britain, the Commonwealth and Allied nations who fought together in 1944. As well as being 75 years ago, this collaboration resulted in victory in three critical battles: Monte Cassino; D-Day; and Kohima and Imphal.

The legacy of the battles of Imphal and Kohima echoes on in the inscription taken from a cemetery for British soldiers who fell at Kohima. That famous inscription we know as the Kohima Epitaph: “When You Go Home, Tell Them of Us and Say, For Your Tomorrow, We Gave Our Today” Football has played its part in remembrance activities for many years, and as a Royal Navy veteran, I am delighted that Argyle have maintained close links with military personnel across the South West, no more so than those personnel serving in HMNB Devonport.

Following the completion of the Mayflower Grandstand project, it is hoped that next year will see the return of one of our flagship events in

the calendar in the form of Armed Services Day 20, which will provide another, less sombre, opportunity to show our appreciation to the men, women, and most importantly, the families of our service personnel.

We are very grateful to RM Chaplain Tim Wilkinson, club chaplain Arthur Goode, standard-bearers from the RBL, CPO Scott Foskett Royal Navy, local cadets and members of the HMS Drake volunteer band, who are all assisting in today’s pre-match activity. I am sure you will give them a warm welcome.

Thank you for your support and enjoy the match.

COYG!

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Argyle Under-18s 0 Exeter City 1

linchpin Carlo Garside for the fresh legs of Charlie Miller.

Played in ferocious wind and rain, the Pilgrims controlled the game for long periods but were twice denied by the woodwork, that, plus some solid Exeter goalkeeping, opening the door for the Grecians to pinch a fortunate victory.

The game then descended into a scruffy affair and it needed a sharp pass down the line from Isaac Burdon for Rubin Wilson to break the pattern. When the Pilgrim forward was dragged down for a free-kick, Wilson picked himself up to drive the resultant set-piece narrowly over Arthur’s crossbar.

A LATE goal from Exeter’s Harry Ford was the difference on a night when Argyle were very unfortunate to bow out of the FA Youth Cup at Home Park.

FA YOUTH CUP, FIRST ROUND

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The first chance of the evening came from Reuben Collum charging down a hesitant Grecian defence and when Exeter goalkeeper Jack Arthur struggled to grasp the loose ball, the visitors were forced into a hurried clearance with Jeremiah Medine lurking ominously.

It was the sort of scruffy opening that proved to set the tone of the evening, as both teams battled to contend with a howling wind across the Theatre of Greens, but the Pilgrims were definitely the quickest in adapting to the awkward conditions.

A vicious cross from Reuben Collum, against the aforementioned wind, was just too high for Rubin Wilson on 16 minutes and the same man’s next cross won a corner for the Pilgrims, which was whipped over to the near post. A ricochet fell to a Green head nodding the ball goalwards but the visitors managed to scramble the ball away from under their own crossbar.

It was a Pilgrim chance that seemed to galvanise Exeter and an excellent deep cross picked out the run of Nelson Iseguan, who stabbed his effort on the bounce narrowly wide of Harry Townsend’s near-post.

As the first half crept toward a breezy conclusion, the game had turned into an understandably scrappy affair, with set-pieces seemingly the biggest danger for both sides, but that was changed by a superb sweeping break from Argyle.

Rubin Wilson brilliantly cut inside before threading a pass into the right channel for Cleal, who dinked his cross to the edge of the area, where Medine steered a low drive goalwards and huge credit to Exeter goalkeeper Arthur for a strong hand in turning the ball on to the outside of the post.

It was a huge reprieve for the Grecians and, after what had been a decent spell for the visitors, a sense of nervousness had returned to the Exeter defence. At the other end, however, Argyle’s defensive trio of Isaac Burdon, Brandon Pursall and Ollie Tomlinson provided a calm platform to a confident opening half.

There was no wind advantage in the second period, as both sides contended with a howling gale blowing across the pitch and concentration was the key on a difficult night at Home Park.

Jude Boyd found space for a snap-shot well held by Arthur and a general spark into proceedings after a quiet start to the second period. Argyle reacted with their first change of the evening, removing midfield

A clever drop off the shoulder from Boyd on 75 minutes offered Argyle a free-kick opportunity from 25 yards, on the left side of the pitch. Boyd took the shot and curled it nicely over the wall, but Arthur calmly read his intentions to gather the shot with little fuss.

From nowhere, Argyle were punished by one moment of inspiration from the Grecians and a speculative cross

by Iseguan trundled through to Ford at the back post and he squeezed the ball past Townsend at the near post for a goal that was extremely harsh on the Greens. >>>

ISAAC BURDON

Argyle: Harry Townsend; Isaac Burdon, Brandon Pursall, Carlo Garside (Charlie Miller 59), Ollie Tomlinson, Jude Boyd, Jarvis Cleal, Jeremiah Medine, Rubin Wilson, Rhys Shirley (Oscar Massey 84), Reuben Collum. Substitutes (not used): Finley Craske, Tyler Coombes (gk), Alimamy Mansaray.

Booked: Medine 61.

Exeter: Jack Arthur; Rhys Fuller, Max Clark, Alex Moyse, Alf ie Pond, Jack Stafford, Harry Ford, Jack Veale, Lewis Wilson, Frank Lovett, Nelson Iseguan. Substitutes (not used): Zeph Collins, Jamie Nicholson, Michael Lilley, Eli Collins, Adam MacPherson, Ellis Johnson.

Booked: Stafford 73.

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Argyle 4 AFC Bournemouth 2

ONE of the most entertaining Alliance games witnessed by the Argyle faithful saw the young Pilgrims beat a very good Cherries side at the Manadon Sports Hub. In bitterly cold and windy conditions, the game got off to a remarkable start as both sides had scored inside the opening three minutes.

WILL’S WALES CALL-UP PILGRIMS Under-15 Will JenkinsDavies was called up to the Wales Under-16 squad for their Victory Shield campaign. Will had the opportunity to train and play with the squad from last Saturday until yesterday. This included three international friendly fixtures against Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and Scotland.

Academy Manager Phil Stokes said: “Everyone in the Academy is delighted for Will.

“He thoroughly deserves this opportunity and continues to work hard to improve his game. Will has already played for the Under-16s and Under-18s this season since returning from Northern Ireland as part of the Super Cup Squad.”

The Cherries took 63 seconds to open the scoring as Oliver James fired low past Argyle goalkeeper Harry Townsend from 20 yards. Less than minute later, Reuben Collum rose at the far post to head the ball back for Rhys Shirley to head Argyle level.

A further half-hour had passed when Ollie Tomlinson was adjudged to have pushed Evan Pollock in the back for Brooklyn Genesini to convert the penalty and restore the visitors’ lead.

Back came Argyle, with defender Isaac Burdon levelling with a fine low drive from the edge of the box, and the Greens almost went in at the break with a lead. Goalkeeper Billy Terrell did very well to beat out Jude Boyd’s ferocious drive and, a minute later, he scrambled Tomlinson’s header around the post.

Argyle required just a minute of the second half to take the lead as Jarvis Cleal’s left wing corner flew into the far top corner of Terrell’s goal.

Terrell somehow pushed Shirley’s drive on to his bar before Townsend reciprocated with a fine save from Pollock.

Bournemouth were reduced to 10 men 14 minutes from time when skipper Harry Bertrand was shown a straight red card for pulling back Rubin Wilson as he burst clear.

Argyle needed just four minutes to make their man advantage tell as Boyd waltzed his way into the area to neatly place his shot inside Terrell’s near post.

Argyle: Harry Townsend, Ali Mansaray (Finley Craske 67), Isaac Burndon, Charlie Miller (Carlo Garside 70), Ollie Tomlinson, Jude Boyd, Jarvis Cleal, Jeremiah Medine, Rubin Wilson, Rhys Shirley, Rueben Collum. Substitutes (not used): Scott Crocker, Tyler Coombes.

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>>> A succession of corners was the Argyle response and the second from Jarvis Cleal drifted over Arthur before clipping his bar and into the safety behind the goal. It proved to be the last Pilgrim opportunity and a night when a positive performance failed to reap reward.

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WE have been leafing through previous season’s copies of the Pilgrim matchday programme to reminisce about Argyle life in the past.

Argyle v Middlesbrough – FA Cup third round.

Saturday, January 13, 1973. 5p.

NOBBY STILES

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Midfielder Nobby Stiles was in the twilight of a glittering career that included playing every minute of England’s 1966 World Cup winning campaign, two domestic titles and one European Cup. He arrived at Home Park for this FA Cup fixture as captain of the opposition.

Commercial manager Bill Pearce dedicates a section of his programme column to fans’ travel disasters.

Rightly, he was awarded significant column inches inside the match-day programme, which devoted its regular ‘Star Man’ feature to the diminutive Manchester United legend.

“Stiles likes to be among people with ambition and a will to win against no odds. That’s why he had no hesitation about joining Second Division Middlesbrough last season after spending a soccer lifetime with Manchester United,” wrote the author.

COVER STAR: TONY WAITERS This particular iteration of the Argyle match-day programme opted for five cover stars, rather than the usual one.

In the centre of a quintet, which included Jim Furnell, Jimmy Hinch, Dave Provan and Alan Welsh, was fresh-faced manager Tony Waiters.

Waiters went on to become an Argyle legend for bringing together a promotion-winning side that included all-time Pilgrim greats like Paul Mariner and Billy Rafferty.

At the time of this FA Cup thirdround fixture against Second Division promotion-chasers Middlesbrough, though, Waiters had been manager at Home Park only a matter of months. Nevertheless, the Greens, a Division Three side at the time, overcame their Teesside rivals 1-0, through a Hinch goal.

They were defeated in 2-1 in the following round by Leeds United at Elland Road.

Stiles moved on to Preston North End that year, retiring in 1975.

According to Bill, a number of fans broke down either on the way to, or way back from, the Greens’ FA Cup second-round victory over Yeovil Town at Huish Park. One such supporter was David Dewdney, whose “automobile could not have been over impressed with Argyle’s performance, though, for it failed to get ‘lit up’ in keeping with the spirit of the occasion – and left its passengers stranded in the dark.”

Argyle’s then commercial manager was not just regaling these tales for mirth alone. Adjacent to Pearce’s article on the Green Army’s vehicle crisis is an advertisement for Vospers’ Ford dealership on Millbay Road.

Coincidence? One would believe so – until the penultimate paragraph leaves us in no doubt.

“Rubbing salt into open wounds, may I humbly suggest that for future excursions these supporters travel by Pilgrim Express?”

Smart move, Bill. Always be closing.

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Can you talk us through your first goal for Argyle?

Being my first one, it was a really special moment for me. I have picked the ball up quite far out, and I remember thinking “just have a go.” At that point, the one thing on my mind was to make sure that I hit the target; thankfully, I managed to do that and, luckily, it went in.

What about your run to the other end of the park to celebrate with the fans?

Again, that was special. Given the circumstances, it was really important that we won that game against Mansfield. The conditions were not the best – the rain was awful – but I felt that it was important to run to the fans because they travel in huge numbers to support us away from home. We are obviously grateful for that and I was just delighted to get the winner that day.

How much has it helped you to have a coaching team that are from your part of the world?

It has helped me a lot. For a start, the accents are much easier to understand!

But, no, they have been great with me; they are always there to encourage me to play my own game. For me, I just can’t wait to get back fit and get back out there playing football again.

How do you feel being injured at the minute?

Of course it is massively frustrating, I hate it. It is the worst part of the game, but it is still a part of the game. You just have to make sure you come back stronger from it; that's all you can really do. I just felt something go in my thigh; it's just one of those things unfortunately.

With the injury you have, what is the key to getting back to fitness?

Due to it being a muscle issue, I just had to build that back up, so I am going to the gym - that's the main thing at the minute. Then after that, I will get back running and so on. As I

How do you feel about pineapple on a pizza?

“That is not for me, not on a pizza."

say, it is frustrating, because it is a bit like last season where I was in the team and doing well, then I get an injury that has kept me out for a little bit, but that’s just football.

How is your schedule now that you are injured?

It is not like I am off more because of an injury. If you are out injured, then you are in here pretty much every day. It is my job to make sure that I get back fit. I'm in the gym in the morning and the afternoon. You probably are in and around the club more often, if you are injured. It [the injury I picked up] was in the cup game away from home against Swindon, and I just felt a slight problem with my thigh. Thankfully we are getting there with it now. As I said, it shouldn’t be too long before I am back and ready to go. I actually have to be in the gym as soon as I am finished here.

Who has given you the best advice in your career and what was it?

That is a tough one, but I would say that my Dad he always told me that “you get out of life and football what you are willing to put into it.” I do believe that, and I do work hard, although maybe sometimes I push myself a bit much!

In general, what is your earliest footballing memory?

I was about three and I would be playing in the garden with my brother and my dad. My cousin Tony was a professional; he's retired now but I remember watching him as well when I was growing up. He is someone that has been a great help to me in my career. Tony helped me a lot coming up through the youth team and I'm still in contact with him now. Especially from the youth team to Under-23s level, he helped me out a lot. He's been there and done it. When he was giving me advice, I could really take it on board and listen because I know he has seen that side of the game. He played for Everton, Burnley and Manchester City.

As an Everton fan, what is your best memory of watching them?

That would probably be when Wayne Rooney scored on his debut at Goodison Park against Arsenal. He was big for me, because that is a moment and a goal that was so special; you are not going to forget it. Duncan Ferguson was a hero of mine, as well. Those two played in the same team together. They had a very good team at that point. Mikel Arteta and Leon Osman were good players as well. I enjoyed watching them as they played in the same position as me. >>>

rAndOm Qs How are your cooking skills?

They are not bad at all. Me, Scotty Wootton and Billy Clarke will all take turns to cook. Last week, Billy made a chilli, it was top class. I have been learning my trade from them. They all have more experience than me!

What values are most important to you?

Being respectful and hardworking.

If you had to add a mandatory amount of alcohol to any sport, which would be the funniest?

I would say golf – you would surely struggle to hit the ball properly.

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rAndOm Qs What would be the scariest animal if it could talk?

A spider! Could you imagine a spider running up to you and saying, “alright, mate?”

What languages do you wish you could learn?

Spanish. I know a little bit from when I was taught at school, probably not quite enough to be fluent, though.

Would you rather fight one horse-sized duck or 100 duck-sized horses?

That is just ridiculous, but I would rather fight one of something, than 100.

>>> How do you think this season’s squad compares to last season?

It is definitely a lot more Scouse, that’s for sure! There are certainly a lot more northerners which I find helps me but it is a good group; there are a lot of good players and good characters in this group.

How do you find the training sessions under the new management?

Training is very good, I really enjoy that side of it. There is a lot of ball-work involved which, being someone who plays in the position I do, it is something that suits me as a player. Of course, there is a good amount of fitness work in there, as well, so I think it’s a good balance.

How do we bounce back from the disappointment of the result at the weekend?

We have got to stick together as a group. Everyone was hurting after last weekend. We just need to make sure that we bounce back quickly. There are games coming thick and fast and if we can win against Grimsby, that means we will have picked up nine points from a possible 12. From that point of view, it looks a bit more positive. Of course, we know that last week was not good, but we all want to put that right as quickly as we can.

What has been your favourite career goal so far?

My first goal for Argyle against Mansfield.

What were your thoughts on the game against Chelsea in the Leasing.com Trophy on Tuesday night?

I did go to the game. I thought we did very well as a team, and it looked like we had got the draw that we needed in the end, but unfortunately it was not to be. It is never nice to lose a goal so late on, but we did very well and we will just have to wait to see.

In football, who do you keep in touch with most often?

I would have to say it would be one of the other Everton lads, Jonjoe Kenny.

There are quite a few that I'm really close with at Everton. There's a few that have gone on to play in the first team: Tom Davies, Dominic CalvertLewin, Mason Holgate.

How do you relax after training?

“I like reading. I’m into self-help books, as they can help me improve. I’ll also watch football if there is a game on telly."

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P W D L F A W D L F A GD PTS Crewe 15 4 2 2 13 10 5 1 1 13 7 +9 30 Exeter 16 5 2 1 13 6 3 3 2 10 12 +5 29 Cheltenham 14 5 2 0 19 8 3 2 2 7 4 +14 28 Forest Green 15 4 2 1 8 5 4 2 2 10 4 +9 28 Swindon 16 4 1 3 11 10 4 2 2 15 9 +7 27 Bradford 15 5 1 2 13 7 3 2 2 9 8 +7 27 Newport 15 5 3 0 10 5 2 3 2 6 6 +5 27 Northampton 16 4 1 3 12 7 3 2 3 8 9 +4 24 Colchester 16 4 2 2 11 7 2 3 3 8 7 +5 23 Argyle 16 4 3 1 16 8 2 2 4 8 12 +4 23 Port Vale 16 4 4 0 11 6 1 3 4 10 16 -1 22 Salford 16 3 3 2 7 9 2 3 3 12 15 -5 21 Cambridge 16 2 3 3 10 8 3 2 3 10 8 +4 20 Mansfield 16 2 2 4 13 13 3 3 2 11 9 +2 20 Macclesfield 15 3 3 1 9 5 2 2 4 7 13 -2 20 Leyton Orient 16 2 3 3 12 13 3 2 3 12 14 -3 20 Crawley 16 4 1 3 11 12 1 4 3 12 15 -4 20 Grimsby 15 2 2 3 9 12 3 2 3 11 8 +0 19 Oldham 16 2 3 3 9 8 1 3 4 7 16 -8 15 Carlisle 16 2 2 4 8 14 2 1 5 8 14 -12 15 Walsall 16 1 2 5 5 12 3 1 4 6 11 -12 15 Scunthorpe 16 3 3 2 14 9 0 2 6 7 16 -4 14 Stevenage 16 2 2 4 8 10 0 4 4 4 11 -9 12 Morecambe 16 0 3 5 7 14 2 1 5 7 15 -15 10

APPEARANCES LGE CUP TOT Edwards 16 3 19 Mcfadzean 16 3 19 Sawyer 14 4(1) 18(1) Palmer 16 1 17 Wootton 13(1) 3(1) 16(2) Mayor 13(2) 2 15(2) Sarcevic 12(2) 3 15(2) Canavan 11(1) 3(1) 14(2) Riley 11(2) 3 14(2) J Grant 6(3) 5(1) 11(4) JV Grant 9 1(1) 10(1) Taylor 7(3) 2(1) 9(4) Rudden 5(5) 2(1) 7(6) B Moore 5(4) 2(1) 7(5) G Cooper 5(4) 2 7(4) C Grant 5(2) 2(1) 7(3) Aimson 5 2 7 Baxter 3(6) 2(1) 5(7) Telford 4(3) 1 5(3) M Cooper 0 4 4 T Moore 0 2 2 Lolos 0(4) 1(1) 1(5) Randell 0(2) 1(3) 1(5) Clarke 0(3) 1 1(3) Boyd 0 0(1) 0(1) Wilson 0 0(1) 0(1)

GOALS JV Grant 4 1 5 Mcfadzean 3 1 4 Sarcevic 3 0 3 Taylor 2 1 3 Aimson 2 0 2 Edwards 2 0 2 B Moore 1 1 2 Riley 1 1 2 Rudden 1 1 2 Telford 1 1 2 Baxter 0 1 1 C Grant 1 0 1 Mayor 1 0 1 Own Goal 1 0 1 Wootton 1 0 1 Total 24 8 32 ASSISTS Taylor JV Grant Mcfadzean Mayor B Moore Telford Palmer Lolos Sarcevic J Grant Sawyer G Cooper No Assist Total

1 1 2 1 0 1 4 0 4 2 0 2 2 0 2 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 3 2 5 1 0 1 1 1 2 3 0 3 4 3 7 24 8 32

MOM Edwards Baxter Mcfadzean Mayor Sarcevic Sawyer Aimson Canavan G Cooper C Grant J Grant Palmer

5 0 5 1 1 2 1 1 2 2 0 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 0 1

EFL SOUTH WEST COUNTIES YOUTH ALLIANCE LEAGUE 30.10.2019

P W D L GD PTS Portsmouth 10 8 1 1 17 25 Bournemouth 11 7 2 2 25 23 Oxford 11 6 2 3 5 20 Exeter 10 6 0 4 10 18 Forest Green 11 5 1 5 -5 16 Swindon 12 4 2 6 -1 14 Argyle 11 4 2 5 -5 14 Bristol Rovers 11 4 1 6 -7 13 Yeovil 11 3 2 6 -9 11 Newport 11 3 1 7 -15 10 Cheltenham 11 2 2 7 -15 8 APPEARANCES 12 Rubin Wilson 11 Jude Boyd 10(1) Rhys Shirley, Reuben Collum 10 Ollie Tomlinson 9 Isaac Burdon 8 Jarvis Cleal 7(2) Alfie Wotton 7 Tyler Coombes, Brandon Pursall Jeremiah Medine 5 Angel Wariuh, Harry Townsend 4(2) Oscar Halls 4(1) Ali Mansaray 3(3) Carlo Garside 2(3) Will Jenkins-Davies, Carlo Garside 2(2) Charlie Miller 2(1) Charlie Elkington, Mackenzie Toms 1(3) Alfie Hudd 1(2) Finley Craske 1(1) Mani Skett 1 Matt Bartlett 0(2) Scott Crocker, Oscar Massey 0(1) Ollie Haste, Oscar Larrieu, Harvey Taylor, Jeffery Forkuo GOALS 9 Rubin Wilson 3 Jude Boyd 2 Rhys Shirley, Will Jenkins-Davies 1 Jeremiah Medine, Ollie Tomlinson, Reuben Collum, Isaac Burdon, Jarvis Cleal August Fri 2 v Oxford 4-1 Sat 10 v Forest Green 0-2 Sat 17 v Portsmouth 0-3 Sat 24 v Cheltenham 2-2 Sat 31v Exeter 0-5 September Sat 7 v Swindon 4-1 Sat 14 v Newport 2-2 Sat 28 v Yeovil 1-3 October Sat 12 v Bristol Rovers 2-1 Sat 19 v Cheltenham 2-4 Fri 25 v Exeter (FAYC 1) 0-1 Tues 29 v Bournemouth 4-2 November Sat 2 v Swindon Sat 9 v Newport Sat 16 v Yeovil Sat 30 v Bournemouth December Sat 14 v Bristol Rovers Sat 21 v Oxford United (11.30) January 2020 Sat 4 v Forest Green Sat 11 v Portsmouth (noon) All games kick off at 11am at Manadon Sports Hub unless otherwise stated

CENTRAL LEAGUE SOUTH 30.10.2019

P W D L GD PTS Southend 2 2 0 0 7 6 Peterborough 2 2 0 0 5 6 Bristol Rovers 2 1 0 1 2 3 Argyle 2 0 1 1 -1 1 MK Dons 2 0 1 1 -4 1 Forest Green 2 0 0 2 -9 0 APPEARANCES 2 Mike Cooper, Mike Peck, Ollie Tomlinson, Adam Randell, Reuben Collum, 1(1) Jude Boyd, Rubin Wilson 0(1) Alfie Wotton, Rhys Shirley GOALS 1 Mike Peck September 10 v Milton Keynes October 15 v Southend November 5 v Bristol Rovers December 10 v Forest Green February 4 v Bristol Rovers March 3 v Peterborough 24 v Forest Green

0-0 0-1

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December Tue 17 v Bristol Rovers January 2020 Tue 7 v Bournemouth Tue 14 v Portsmouth All games kick off at 2pm

UNDER-23 PREMIER LEAGUE CUP GROUP B TABLE

P W D L GD PTS Fulham 1 1 0 0 1 3 Argyle 1 0 1 0 0 1 Watford 1 0 1 0 0 1 Everton 1 0 0 1 -1 0 Second qualifying round September Thu 12 v Yeovil Group Stage October Thu 3 Watford November Sun 10 Everton (2.00) Fri 29 Fulham (7.00) January Mon 20 Watford (7.00) February Mon 10 Everton (7.00) Tue 25 Fulham (7.00)

2-0 1-1

APPEARANCES 2 Mike Cooper, Mike Peck, Ollie Tomlinson, Jarvis Cleal, Cameron Sangster, Adam Randell, Klaidi Lolos 1(1) Jude Boyd, Reuben Collum, Luke Jephcott, Rubin Wilson 1 Alfie Wotton, Isaac Burdon, Tom Purrington, Tafari Moore 0(1) Brandon Pursall GOALS 1 Klaidi Lolos, Cameron Sangster, Ollie Tomlinson

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EXETER CITY 4 ARGYLE 0

Law pen 42, 83, Parkes 48, Williams 66

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Exeter City (3-5-2)

Argyle (3-5-2)

23 Jonny Maxted; 2 Pierce Sweeney, 5 Aaron Martin, 15 Tom Parkes ; 11 Randell Williams , 8 Nicky Law (17 Matt Jay 85), 25 Jake Taylor, 27 Archie Collins, 3 Craig Woodman; 7 Lee Martin, 12 Ryan Bowman (35 Ben Seymour 88).

24 Alex Palmer; 25 Josh Grant, 6 Niall Canavan, 3 Gary Sawyer (capt); 2 Joe Riley, 7 Antoni Sarcevic , 8 Joe Edwards (18 Billy Clarke 70), 32 George Cooper, 21 Callum McFadzean (10 Danny Mayor 53); 39 Zak Rudden (17 Byron Moore 53), 16 Joel Grant.

Substitutes (not used): 4 Nigel Atangana, 18 Alex Fisher, 20 Jayden Richardson, 21 Dean Moxey, 40 Dino Visser (gk).

Substitutes (not used): 1 Mike Cooper (gk), 4 Will Aimson, 9 Ryan Taylor, 20 Adam Randell.

Referee: Darren Drysdale. Attendance: 7,924 (1,154 away)

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ONE of the many benefits that come with being a member of the Big Green Lottery is the monthly opportunity to win an Argyle experience.

Over recent months, these have predominantly been a hospitality day at a first-team game here at Home Park and a wonderful experience for all winners of this prize.

However, we want to hear your thoughts on different Argyle experiences that we could offer as a monthly prize in the BGL. In the past, we have offered Director for the Day trips to an away game; the exclusive chance to visit a training session; and photographer for the day to sit with our club photographer at pitch-side.

To expand this special element of the BGL, we want your thoughts. Please let us know the type of Argyle experience you would like to be made available - send your ideas to bgl@pafc.co.uk It only costs £10 per month to be a member of the BGL. For more information on the Big Green Lottery, drop us a message on bgl@pafc.co.uk or you can just sign up online, win some money and help raise funds for the Argyle Academy.

As well as the weekly rollover, members of the Big Green Lottery are entered into a monthly draw for £500, the grand annual draw for £12,000 and monthly bonus prizes...plus a discount in the Argyle Superstore and bigmatch ticket priority.

50/50

GOOD afternoon and welcome to your 50/50 Lottery brief. After a very disappointing day last Saturday, when the team never really got going, let us hope today they can really put up a great performance for the fans and get three points. Come on lads, you can do it - Green Army!

For today's game, we have yet another new sponsor on board thanks to our seller Steve. Riverford Organic Farmers Ltd. have kindly donated a large seasonal organic vegbox.

Riverford was founded when Guy Watson started growing organic veg on the family farm in Devon, with a wheelbarrow and borrowed tractor, in 1987. Today, his pioneering veg scheme sends out around 47,000 boxes a week to loyal customers who share his commitment to fresh, seasonal, food, produced with respect to customers, staff and farmers, livestock and the environment.

From the start, the business has minimised its environmental impact, from the way the food is grown, through to how it is packed and delivered. Guy agrees prices with farmers in advance and gives them a guaranteed market for their produce. Twice voted BBC Farmer of the Year, Guy is a true veg expert. In 2019 Riverford, became employee-owned and the Riverford veg box was also named Ethical Product of the Decade by the Observer.

For today's game, your 50/50 are Match Sponsors and five lucky fans who won a prize in our half-time draw will also bring their invited guest along for a great day out at the Green Taverners' Hospitality Venue for a three-course meal plus all the extras.

Today's prizes are First - cash; Second - a pair of match tickets plus a 3 course meal with all the extras for the Morecambe game; Third - a Riverford voucher for a large seasonal organic vegbox; Fourth - a pair of tickets for Plymouth Comedy's Christmas Show Night in the Green Taverners Suite on Friday, December 6; Fifth - a pair of festival tickets for the Annual Beer Festival at Plymouth Guildhall on Saturday, November 30.

Thanks for supporting the 50/50 Lottery and - remember you have to be in it to win it.

Enjoy the game.

Ken Beale and our great 50/50 Lottery team.

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THE ROAD TO... m u i d a t S n o t l o B

f o y t i s r e v i n U WHERE

The University of Bolton Stadium is a football stadium situated in Horwich, Greater Manchester, England.

Opening in 1997, it was named the Reebok Stadium, after club sponsors Reebok. In 2014, Bolton Wanderers signed a naming rights deal with Italian sportswear company Macron. It was renamed the University of Bolton Stadium in 2018. A hotel forms part of the stadium and some of the rooms offer views of the pitch.

The stadium is noted for its distinct gabled architecture, first pioneered by the John Smith's Stadium and was opened in 1997 by John Prescott, Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom at the time.

The stadium consists of four stands: the Carrs Pasties (North) Stand at one end; the South Stand, where the Green Army will be situated; the Nat Lofthouse Stand to the east; and the West Stand.

HOW

By Car: From the M6, follow signs for the M62 and leave at Junction 21a, following signs for Manchester. Join the M60 at Junction 12 and proceed to follow signs for the M61 towards Preston. Do NOT take the A666

L6 6JW BURNDEN WAY, BOLTON B

Bolton Wanderers Emirates FA Cup first round Saturday, November 9 3pm Capacity: 28,723 (all-seater) Record attendance: 28,353 v Leicester City, December 28, 2003 Miles and miles to follow the Greens: 593 return How long: Five hours, 22 minutes by car; six hours, 33 minutes by train.

towards Bolton. Turn off the M61 at Junction 6 and take the third exit off the roundabout onto the A6027, the De Havilland Way. At the next roundabout, take a left turn onto Burnden Way and park in the main stadium visitors' car park.

Car-Parking: Car-Park A is for the Green Army, located at the South end of the stadium and can be accessed via the A6027, De Havilland Way. It is clearly signposted from the motorway junction. Parking is available for cars, mini coaches and coaches. Entry can be purchased on a matchday and prices are: £7 car; mini coaches £12; coaches £20

By Train: The University of Bolton Stadium is located approximately 200 metres from Horwich Parkway Station. Trains regularly run from Manchester and Bolton. For more details please visit www.rail.co.uk.

BEFORE THE MATCH

The Beehive on Chorley New Road is the main pub for away supporters.

It is about a 10-15 minute walk away from the visitors turnstiles. The pub is of a good size that also serves food and you can park your car park there.

Another pub for away fans is the Barnstormers on Lostock Lane.

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50/50 Society

TODAY lucky prize-winners in the 50/50 Lottery half-time draw will have a fantastic day out at the Theatre of Greens.

The 50/50 lottery was formed in 1997 and the committee comprises volunteers who devote their time helping Argyle raise funds in the half-time draw, enabling them to donate cash to various departments who need help at Home Park.

Tickets can be bought from official sellers wearing the 50/50 tabards. Tickets are then entered into the drum and the draw takes place on the pitch by the Home Park guest of the day during the half-time interval.

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All winning numbers get put on the digital screens around the concourse and hospitality areas and are shown on the club website and @Only1Argyle Twitter.

To claim your prize, just go along to the Club Superstore after the game. You have up to 21 days from when the draw takes place to claim your prize. Good luck!.

M ATC H P R O G R A M M E S P O N S O R

Beaumont Drylining

BEAUMONT Drylining Ltd. are a company based in Plymouth and covering the whole of the South West, specialising in internal fit-outs.

They have more than 15 years’ experience in the fitting of all types of metal stud partitions, suspended ceilings, installation of SFS linings, direct fixing of plasterboard to timber frame units, bonding plasterboard to block work walls, tape and jointing and plaster finishing.

As a company, they always aim for the highest quality of work. Therefore, all of their operatives hold CSCS cards and NVQs in their relevant areas. We are also CHAS and SMAS accredited and have full employers/public liability insurance.

Beaumont Drylining Ltd., as a company, strive to grow within the construction industry in the South West and maintain a high-quality service from start to finish. They

recognise that there needs to be a balance between costs, quality and long-term performance, especially when time-scales and budgets are tight or unpredictable. They believe that quality should never change.

Maintaining their high reputation is what drives them to make their company grow. They believe that quality and client satisfaction is essential throughout the build and after. They will continue to keep their reputation as a high-quality and reliable company.

The main aim of Beaumont Drylining Ltd. is to be commercially successful; it is their policy to carry out the work in a responsible manner. Health, Safety and Environmental matters will always form a major part of their business management

Sponsorship Opportunities IF you want to take your support of Argyle to the next level, then why not contact the club’s Commercial Operations team to discuss the myriad of opportunities at Home Park, including (but not limited to) Stand Sponsorship; Player Sponsorship; Ground Board Advertising; and our ever popular MatchDay Sponsorship package.

There are also digital advertising screens that can be seen throughout the Devonport end and Lyndhurst Road stand.

Sponsorship opportunities are available to suit every budget, and we are proud of our ability to build packages to suit sponsors on a case by case basis.

For further details, or to discuss ways in which your business can benefit from a relationship with the Pilgrims, then please do not hesitate to contact the Commercial Operations team at Home Park by emailing commercial@pafc.oc.uk, or by calling 01752 302204.

Today's Mascots Noah Roberts, 10

Likes: Playing football for Wells City and cricket for Somerset Under-10s Favourite player: Joe Edwards Noah plays football with his nephew!

Score prediction: Argyle to win 2-1

Alfie Appleton, 7

Likes: Playing football Favourite players: Gary Sawyer and Michael Cooper Score prediction: Argyle to win 2-0

Evie May, 8

Likes: Harry Potter, reading Favourite player: Gary Sawyer Score prediction: Argyle to win 2-0

Christopher Edwards, 9 Likes: Football, sprinting Favourite player: Callum McFadzean Score prediction: Argyle to win 4-0

Joseph Edwards, 8

Likes: Football, drawing Favourite player: Joe Edwards (of course!)

Score prediction: Argyle to win 2-0

Harrison Dawe, 7

Likes: Watching the Greens, playing football for Horrabridge Under-8s, computer games Favourite player: Alex Palmer Score prediction: Argyle to win 2-0

Club Argyle WITH the Mayflower Grandstand quickly taking shape, and an exciting time ahead for everyone at the club, it is a great time to experience our new and exciting Match-Day Hospitality offerings.

We currently have both seasonal and one-off packages ready to purchase, and something for every type of match-day experience.

For more information please feel free to visit www.homeparkstadium.com or by contacting the Commercial Department at commercial@pafc.co.uk or on 01752 302204.

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MICHAEL

Q&A COOPER FAVS

Keeper growing up Joe Hart

FIRSTS Phone Samsung Galaxy Ace

Book First Man In, Ant Middleton

Holiday Spain, when I was three Film Joker Thing to practice Everything!

Food Pizza Stadium King Power Stadium

MY TEAM

WE asked Coops to select a starting 11 containing the best of his team-mates over the years. Here is his choice.

App Instagram Music Hip-hop Way to relax

Playing snooker DANNY MAYOR FREDDIE LADAPO RUBEN LAMEIRAS MATTY KENNEDY DAVID FOX GARY SAWYER SONNY BRADLEY GRAHAM CAREY Chocolate bar ZAK VYNER Boost LUKE MCCORMICK OSCAR THRELKELD

Argyle roommate Kyle Letheren Pet A cat Saved a penalty Playing for West Hill Wasps Under-9s

Time I wanted to be a goalkeeper Training sessions for West Hill Wasps Under-8s Home game Scunthorpe Coach Brian Hill Shirt number 31

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ARGYLE AND DRAWS IN THE EFL ONE-ALL may be our most common result, but the recent draw with that scoreline at Swindon Town was the first time that we had recorded this score line in the EFL for more than eight months. You have to go back to the home game with Portsmouth on February 9 for the previous occurrence: a Graham Carey goal direct from a free-kick gave us a share of the spoils in the Dockyard Derby.

Just over 12% of the more than 4,000 matches that we have played in the EFL have finished 1-1. Therefore, on average, we record this result around every eight matches. Between the Portsmouth and Swindon draws, we played a total of 26 games.

However, this is not a club record.

For that, you have to go back to the mid-1950s and the 45 matches played between the 1-1 home draws against West Ham United on Saturday, September 18, 1954, and Port Vale on Saturday, October 15, 1955, more than a year later.

The Swindon match was also the first time that we have drawn one apiece away from home in 2019. The last time that this happened was on Saturday, December 29, 2018, when Ruben Lameiras was our goalscoring hero against Burton Albion at the Pirelli Stadium.

Our last 0-0 draw came on Saturday, March 9 against Luton Town at Home Park – 25 EFL matches have been played since then. However, we have a long way to go if we are to beat the club record which stands at 81 games and was set between 1972-1974.

Our last 0-0 draw away from home came at Bradford City on February 16.

JUST OVER 12% OF THE MORE THAN 4,000 MATCHES THAT WE HAVE PLAYED IN THE EFL HAVE FINISHED 1-1 This represents our only goalless draw outside of Plymouth in more than 13 months.

If 0-0 and 1-1 draws have been in short supply recently, the same cannot be said of 2-2s. Our 2-2 draw at home to Scunthorpe United on October 5 was the sixth time that we recorded this result in just 20 EFL matches.

Remarkably, we only drew 2-2 four times in Derek Adams’s first 176 regular league matches in charge, five if you include the play-off semi-final tie at Portsmouth in May, 2016. Even more remarkably, we drew 2-2 in three out of Ryan Lowe’s first six home games in charge which is the same number that we achieved in Derek Adams’s 91 regular league games as Pilgrims boss.

Our last 3-3 draw came almost 11 months ago, on Saturday, December 8, 2018, against Bradford City at Home Park. A brace from Freddy Ladapo, together with a strike from Joel Grant gave Derek Adams’ team a share of the spoils in a game in which we had to come from behind three times.

Away from home, our last 3-3 draw came at Portsmouth on the final day of the 2013-14 season, Saturday, May 3, 2014, more than five years ago. John Sheridan’s men signed off a disappointing campaign in exciting fashion with skipper Conor Hourihane scoring twice on his final appearance in an Argyle shirt and Reuben Reid grabbing our other goal. As with last season’s Bradford match at Home Park, the Pilgrims had to come from behind three times at Fratton Park.

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FROM PRE-SEASON TO THE FINAL WHISTLE - AND BEYOND

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INTRODUCING…

HISTORY

Founded: 1878 Home: Blundell Park Nickname: The Mariners Rivals: Lincoln City, Scunthorpe United Grimsby were founded in 1878 and were originally known as Grimsby Pelham but changed to Grimsby Town a year later. Their members initially formed a football club to occupy the empty winter evenings after the cricket season had finished.

In 1892, they were admitted into the EFL and won promotion to the First Division in 1902, but by 1910 they were a non-league side again. It took the Mariners until 1929 to get back to the top flight.

After the second world war, the club declined and spent much of the 1950s and ’60s playing in Divisions Two and Three. Their history shows it was typical of them to fall then rise. In 1988, they were back in the back in the bottom tier, after which they began to produce young talent and produced an upturn in form.

They got back to the second tier, but failed to sustain that position and, more recently, spent six seasons in non-league before winning promotion back to the league in 2016 under the stewardship of Paul Hurst.

THIS SEASON

Manager: Michael Jolley Captain: James McKeown The Mariners currently have 19 points from 15 games and are 18th in Sky Bet League Two. Eleven of those points came in August.

On the opening day, they won 2-0 at Morecambe before two wins (Port Vale H, 5-2; Walsall A, 3-1) and two draws (Bradford H, 1-1; Colchester H, 2-2) from their next five matches. Their only defeat in the opening month was at Forest Green (0-1).

September saw two wins (Macclesfield H, 1-0; Exeter A, 3-1) and a 2-2 draw at Oldham but defeats at home to Crewe (0-2) and at Salford (0-1).

In October, they managed one point from four games, which came courtesy of a 0-0 draw at the Abbey Stadium against Cambridge United. They lost home games against Mansfield (0-1) and Leyton Orient (0-4) and were beaten 2-1 at Stevenage. Last weekend’s match at Cheltenham was postponed.

In the Carabao Cup, they progressed past Doncaster Rovers 1-0 then Macclesfield in the Carabao Cup via a penalty shootout win after a goal-less draw before being beaten comprehensively by Chelsea in round three.

Sky Bet League Two: 18th Carabao Cup: Third round, Chelsea A, L 7-1 Leasing.com Trophy: Group stage, Scunthorpe H, L 1-2; Sunderland A, L 2-3 Top Goalscorer: James Hanson, 5

HEAD TO HEAD Argyle wins 10 Draws 14 Grimsby wins 9

PILGRIM AND A MARINER Luke Summerfield

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Mariners end Trophy campaign with defeat Grimsby Town 1 Leicester City 2 www.grimsby-townfc.co.uk Grimsby Town's Leasing.com Trophy campaign ended in defeat as Leicester City U21 came from behind to win at Blundell Park.

The Mariners battled well against the Premier League club's youngsters and went in ahead at half-time through a Moses Ogbu header.

But they were not to end their Northern Group A programme on a high as substitute Josh Eppiah brought the young Foxes level before scoring a superb winning goal in the last minute.

Town boss Michael Jolley named a strong starting XI, with goalkeeper Sam Russell protected by a defence of Elliott Hewitt, Harry Davis, Mattie Pollock and Liam Gibson.

Harry Clifton, Jake Hessenthaler and Ethan Robson were the midfielders, with Harry Cardwell and Ahkeem Rose either side of Ogbu in attack.

Youngsters Ollie Battersby, Joe Starbuck, Cameron Painter and Joseph Hope were all given places on the bench, along with Sebastian Ring, Jordan Cook and Charles Vernam.

Where Grimsby Town rank among EFL League Two's most dominant sides this season David Dubas-Fisher www. grimsbytelegraph.co.uk Crewe Alexandra have been the most dominant team in League Two this season, while Grimsby Town have been dominated without possession

Grimsby Town fans jet in from Norway and pay £100 for taxi then find out game is postponed Liam Wood www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk The link between Grimsby and Nordic countries stretches back to the root of the town’s existence – and it remains just as prevalent today.

In football terms, the connection has been underlined in recent seasons.

Since the arrival of Michael Jolley – who enjoyed a spell in charge at AFC Eskilstuna – in March 2018, no fewer than four players have been signed from the Allsvenskan; Sweden’s highest division.

Andrew Fox has since moved on to pastures new, but Swedish defenders Sebastian Ring and Ludvig Öhman remain at the club, as does Moses Ogbu – the Nigerian striker who spent a memorable decade in the city of Uppsala.

Since the late 1990s, meanwhile, Grimsby Town have been backed by a Scandinavian supporters’ group based in Norway and Sweden.

On Saturday, three of its members from Norway were primed and ready to cheer the black and white army on during the EFL League Two clash against Cheltenham.

Only, there was to be a twist of fate.

Postponed due to a waterlogged pitch, thousands of Town fans were left needing to find something else to do in the absence of their traditional Saturday afternoon outing to Blundell Park.

But for Lars Olav Sæther, Per Øyvind Grimsby (yes, you read that right) and Ronny Skansen, the disappointment was ramped up.

Having jetted in from Oslo, the capital city in Norway, Lars Olav had made his way to one of the town’s drinking spots. It was there that he found out the match had been postponed.

Per and Ronny, meanwhile, had arrived from Flekkefjord – a small town with a population of less than 10,000 – forking out a £100 for a taxi from Doncaster to Grimsby after the train they were supposed to be on was cancelled.

They arrived an hour later to find out that so had the football!

Crewe Alexandra are top of the pile with a third of the League Two season now completed – and stats show they’ve been the most dominant team in the division so far.

David Artell’s men have won nine of their 15 league games so far, placing them top of the table with 30 points after a fine start to the season.

The stats from their games this season go a long way in showing how they’ve managed to lead the way, Crewe dominating matches like no other side.

The league leaders have enjoyed an average of 56 per cent possession in league matches so far this season.

They’ve also had 207 shots on goal while their opponents have had just 167.

That gives them a net shot record of 40.

Crawley and Mansfield do have better net shot records, but lag behind the Railwaymen in terms of percentage possession.

As for Grimsby Town, the Mariners average just under 50 per cent possession in their games this season, but have faced more shots than they’ve had themselves, meaning they are one of nine League Two sides who are dominated without possession.

They’re by no means the most dominated side though – that title goes to Salford City, who average only around 45 per cent possession, and have faced around 60 more shots than they’ve had themselves.

Oldham Athletic don’t fare much better, while Macclesfield, Northampton and Morecambe have all faced more shots than the Mariners – although the Shrimps average slightly more possession.

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Football historian LEIGH EDWARDS selects ten post-war Grimsby Town Classic Campaigns.

1951-52

Grimsby Town narrowly missed promotion under new manager Bill Shankly in 1951-52. The Mariners completed a Christmas Double over new-boys Scunthorpe United and hammered Halifax Town 8-1.

Grimsby lost just one of their last 20 games, including a club record run of 11 straight wins, in their attempt to catch the leaders Lincoln City.

Despite thrashing Workington 5-0 in their final match, Grimsby finished runners-up with a then club record 66 points. Billy Cairns was leading marksman with 35 goals and other key figures were fellow veteran George Tweedy, Reg Scotson, Duncan MacMillan and Paddy Johnston.

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1955-56

New player-manager Allenby Chilton guided Grimsby to the Third Division (North) title in 1955-56. The former England international signed Billy Evans from Gillingham, Gerry Priestley from Exeter City, Bob Crosbie from Hull City, and Tony Reeson from Rotherham United. A thrilling run of 13 wins in 16 games put Grimsby top of the table and they overcame a loss of form in January to record five straight victories. The Mariners clinched the title with a 2-0 win at home to Southport, a year after having to seek re-election. Clarry Williams and Gerry Priestley were ever-present, while Bob Crosbie was leading scorer.

1961-62

Former England international Tim Ward managed the Mariners to promotion in 1961-62. Summer signings included Freddie Jones from Swindon Town and Cliff Portwood from Port Vale. The Mariners were languishing in mid-table at Christmas but a run of seven straight wins saw them climb into the promotion frame and they won their last four games to finish Third Division runners-up to Portsmouth. Ron Rafferty was leading marksman with 34 league goals, while left-back Brian Keeble and centre-half Keith Jobling were also ever-present.

Other important figures were Alan Barnett, Mike Cullen and Don Donovan.

c i ss a Cl 1971-72

Grimsby stormed to the Fourth Division title under new manager Lawrie McMenemy in 1971-72. Matt Tees grabbed a hat-trick as the season began with a 4-1 victory over local rivals Scunthorpe United and the bold attacking policy produced plenty of goals as the Mariners were early pacesetters. McMenemy signed Lew Chatterley from Northampton and Allan Gauden from Darlington, with Grimsby gaining five successive wins to go top of the table with just six games left. Promotion was clinched with a 1-1 draw at Bury and they won the championship with a 3-0 victory at home to Exeter on the last day of the season.

1978-79

Town celebrated their centenary by winning promotion in 1978-79. New signings included Dean Crombie from Lincoln City and Bobby Mitchell from Blackburn Rovers, while Nigel Batch replaced Harry Wainman in goal. John Newman’s side won four of their opening five Fourth Division games and produced a string of classy displays, with Tony Ford switched to a central striker. Mike Lester hit four goals in a 7-2 defeat of Darlington and Clive Wigginton returned from Lincoln as Grimsby went top after losing just once in 19 matches. Promotion was clinched with a 2-1 win at Northampton Town and they finished runners-up.

1979-80

The Mariners won promotion for the second year running as they swept to the Third Division title in 1979-80. Coach George Kerr replaced Derby-bound John Newman as manager and early signings included John Stone from Darlington and Kevin Kilmore from Scunthorpe United.

Nigel Batch excelled in goal and brothers Dave and Kevin Moore formed a notable full-back partnership. Captained

by Joe Waters, Grimsby took Wolves to an EFL Cup fifthround second-replay and lost just one of their final 20 Third Division games. Top scorer Kevin Drinkell scored a hat-trick in the title-clinching 4-0 win over Sheffield United.

cCAMPAIGNS 1984-85

David Booth guided Grimsby Town to the EFL Cup quarter-finals in 198485. The Mariners had finished fifth in the Second Division the previous season and newcomers included Liverpool reserves Steve Foley and Mark Seagraves. Grimsby defeated Barnsley 4-1 and Rotherham 6-1, then gained an epic 1-0 win at Everton before losing 1-0 to Norwich in the EFL Cup fifth round. Inconsistency cost Grimsby the chance of promotion as they scored five goals against Middlesbrough, Wolves and Huddersfield, then beat Cardiff 6-3 and Manchester City 4-1. Paul Wilkinson and Kevin Drinkell joined Everton and Norwich respectively.

1989-90

Ex-England international striker Garry Birtles was Player of the Year as Grimsby won promotion in 1989-90.

The Mariners had reached the FA Cup fifth round the previous season and Alan Buckley also signed Tony Rees from Barnsley and Gary Childs from Birmingham City. They were early Fourth Division pacesetters but then results took a dive with just one win in eight matches. An incredible

late run of seven straight wins, conceding only two goals, saw Grimsby soar to second place and they clinched promotion with a 0-0 draw at home to Hartlepool. The Mariners finished runners-up to Exeter City with 79 points.

1990-91

Alan Buckley managed Town to promotion for the second consecutive season in 1990-91. The only newcomer was Neil Woods from Bradford City and the Mariners were early leaders after losing just one of their first 15 games.

Andy Tillson moved to QPR and was replaced in the heart of defence by Paul Futcher. Grimsby regained pole position after a seven-match unbeaten run in March and Mark Smith was signed from Huddersfield. John Cockerill scored both goals as they clinched promotion with a 2-1 win over Exeter on the last day. Goalkeeper Steve Sherwood and captain Shaun Cunnington were both ever-present.

1997-98

The Mariners achieved a memorable Wembley Double success in 1997-98. Alan Buckley returned as manager and signed Paul Groves and Kevin Donovan from his former club West Brom. Other newcomers included Lee Nogan, Aidan Davison, David Smith and Wayne Burnett. Grimsby defeated Chesterfield, Hull City, Scunthorpe, Blackpool and Burnley en route to the Auto Windscreens Shield final, beating AFC Bournemouth 2-1 with an extra-time golden goal. They returned to Wembley in the Second Division play-off final and regained First Division status at the first attempt with a 1-0 win over Northampton Town.

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Stirling, he had a spell in Crewe Alexandra’s Academy, developing younger players. He then moved on to Burnley’s Academy in 2014, coaching their Under-23 side. In 2016, he added another qualification to his list, completing his UEFA Pro Licence from the FA.

He joined Barnsley as a youth player in 1989 but never made the grade for the Reds.

A year later, Michael was on the go again, this time to become a manager in his own right. He moved to Sweden to take charge of Swedish top-flight AFC Eskilstuna, who play their home games at the Tunavallen – a stadium in the city of Eskilstuna with a capacity of 7,800.

Two years later, he went to Downing College in Cambridge, where he gained a master’s degree in Economics. He then spent time as a trader in London and New York before moving back home around 2004.

That is when he moved into football again, joining Crystal Palace as a coach. In 2007, he left to take up a similar role at Nottingham Forest.

He stayed at the City Ground for only 12 months before becoming a performance coach at Stirling University FC, where he took charge of Scotland University teams, as well.

During his time there, he gained a Post Graduate Diploma in sports coaching. After leaving his post in

They were relegated to the second-tier Superettan in October 2017, and Jolley parted company with the club in January of the following year after being unable to agree on the club’s ambitions for the next campaign.

Within two months, he had been appointed as Grimsby boss and his first task at hand was to preserve their Sky Bet League Two status. He duly obliged – on April 28, 2018, his team avoided the drop with a 2–1 victory at home to Notts County. The final 10 games of the season yielded Grimsby 15 points (four wins and three draws) after a winless run of more 20 games before Jolley took charge.

To this day, his style as a manager means that he places an emphasis on football being a part of the community and the role he takes in supporting local schools, events and causes makes him a popular figure. Currently, Grimsby sit 18th in the table with 19 points from their 15 Sky Bet League Two games.

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LET'S GO ROUND AGAIN Football historian LEIGH EDWARDS profiles ten players who had more than one spell at Grimsby Town.

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TOMMY BRIGGS

England B international centreforward Tommy Briggs was Grimsby Town’s leading marksman in two consecutive seasons. Initially with Plymouth Argyle, he joined Grimsby in May 1947 and scored 40 league and cup goals in 1949-50. He moved to Coventry City in January 1951, then played for Birmingham City prior to joining Blackburn Rovers in December 1952. Top scorer on four occasions, he returned to Grimsby in March 1958 and netted 87 goals in 135 league games overall before becoming Glentoran’s player-boss in March 1959. He worked locally for Huxfords radio and television firm until his death in February 1984.

GARY CROFT

England Under-21 left-back Gary Croft was Grimsby’s Player of the Year in 1994-95. Signing professional at Blundell Park in July 1992, he starred in Grimsby’s 1995-96 FA Cup run and was sold to Blackburn Rovers for a club record £1m in March 1996.

Moving to Ipswich Town for £800,000 in September 1999, he featured in their 2000 First Division play-off final triumph and joined Cardiff City in March 2002. He returned to Grimsby in August 2005 and netted three goals in 210 league games overall for the Mariners before joining Lincoln City in July 2007, since becoming an estate agent in Grimsby.

MATT TEES

Scottish striker Matt Tees was Grimsby’s top scorer on three occasions. Previously with Airdrie, he moved to Blundell Park in July 1963 and scored as Grimsby took West Ham to an EFL Cup fifth round replay in 1965-66. He joined Charlton Athletic in February 1967 and was twice leading marksman, joining Luton Town in August 1969. Featuring in their 1969-70 promotion success, he returned to Grimsby in November 1970 and starred in the 1971-72 Fourth Division title triumph. He netted 93 goals in 196 league games prior to joining Boston United in July 1973, becoming a warehouseman for Volvo at Immingham.

MIKE CZUCZMAN

Versatile defender Mike Czuczman had two spells at Town. A former Preston apprentice, he joined Grimsby in August 1971 and made his league debut at Northampton four months later. He reunited with Ron Ashman at Scunthorpe in August 1976 and was ever-present in 197778. Moving to Stockport County in May 1979, he had a spell with San Jose Earthquakes before rejoining Grimsby in September 1980. He netted six goals in 122 league games overall for the Mariners, moving to York City in November 1981. Later with Hull City, Skegness and Boston United, he then became a joiner, settling in Cleethorpes.

TONY FORD

England B international winger Tony Ford was the first outfield player to make 1,000 senior appearances. He was the Mariners’ youngest league

player at 16 years 143 days against Walsall in October 1975 and starred in their meteoric rise from the Fourth Division to Second. Ever-present as they reached the EFL Cup fifth round in 1984-85, he joined Stoke City in July 1986 and moved via West Brom back to Grimsby in November 1991. He netted 58 goals in 423 league games overall before joining Scunthorpe United in August 1994, then assisted Steve Parkin at Mansfield Town, Rochdale, Barnsley and Rochdale again.

CLIVE WIGGINTON

Central defender Clive Wigginton starred in Grimsby’s 1979-80 Third Division title triumph. A nephew of former Mariner Ron Cockerill, he turned professional with Grimsby in October 1968 and helped win the Fourth Division title in 1971-72.

He was ever-present in 1973-74 and joined Scunthorpe in July 1975.

Moving to Lincoln City in September 1977, he rejoined Grimsby in March 1979 and helped to clinch promotion that season. He also featured in their 1979-80 EFL Cup run, netting eight goals in 296 league games overall before joining Torquay United in July 1982, then Doncaster Rovers and Skegness Town.

DAVE MOORE

Right-back Dave Moore featured in Town’s 1982 League Group Cup final triumph. From a notable local football family, he turned professional for Grimsby in December 1977 and appeared alongside his brother Kevin as they won promotion in two consecutive seasons. He briefly joined Carlisle in August 1983, then starred in Blackpool’s 1984-85 promotion success and returned to Grimsby in December 1986, scoring twice in 140 league games overall for the Mariners. Moving to Darlington in August 1988, he was later coach, physio and manager at Scunthorpe.

He has been physio back at Grimsby since June 2004.

DAVE GILBERT

Winger Dave Gilbert was a key figure in Grimsby’s 1989-90 and 1990-91

promotion campaigns. Initially with hometown Lincoln City, he played for Scunthorpe and Boston United prior to joining Northampton Town in June 1986. He starred in their 1986-87 Fourth Division title triumph, moving to Grimsby in March 1989 and voted Player of the Year in 1990-91.

Following Alan Buckley to West Brom in August 1995, he reunited with him at Grimsby on loan during the 199798 Wembley Double season, scoring 41 in 264 league games overall. He later played for Grantham, Spalding and Lincoln United.

PAUL GROVES

Paul Groves was ever present for the Mariners in six successive seasons. He was an FA Trophy finalist with Burton Albion prior to joining Leicester City in April 1988 and moved to Blackpool in January 1990. Ever-present as they were twice Fourth Division play-off finalists, skippering their 1992 triumph. He joined Grimsby for £150,000 in August 1992 and followed Alan Buckley back from West Brom to captain their 1997-98 Wembley Double triumph. Twice top scorer, he became player-boss and netted 71 goals in 554 league games overall before playing for Scunthorpe and York. He has held managerial and coaching posts.

AIDAN DAVISON

Northern Ireland international goalkeeper Aidan Davison starred in Grimsby Town’s 1997-98 Wembley Double success. He had spells with Billingham Synthonia, Notts County and Bury prior to joining Millwall in August 1991, following Bruce Rioch to Bolton Wanderers in July 1993.

Featuring in their 1994-95 promotion campaign, he moved via Bradford City to Grimsby in July 1997. He joined Sheffield United in August 1999 and returned to Grimsby from Bradford City in August 2003. Making 109 league appearances overall, he moved to Colchester United in July 2004 and was a promotion winner in 2005-06.

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TODAY’S match is the 34th meeting of Argyle and Grimsby Town since the two teams faced each other at Home Park in 1921, when the two sides shared a 0-0 draw in Division Three.

Ninety-six years later, at Blundell Park, the shares were spoiled again, as CHARLIE ROSE recalls.

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THE TEAMS Grimsby Town: James McKeown; Ben Davies (Andrew Boyce 51), Shaun Pearson, Danny Collins, Danny Andrew, Sean McAllister, Craig Disley (Brandon Comley 90), Chris Clements, Tom Bolarinwa (Jamie Osborne 66), Calum Dyson, Sam Jones.

Argyle: Luke McCormick; Gary Miller, Yann Songo'o, Sonny Bradley, Gary Sawyer, David Fox (Connor Smith 83), Antoni Sarcevic, Jordan Slew (Nathan Blissett half-time), Graham Carey, Matty Kennedy (Jimmy Spencer 60), Ryan Taylor.

THE BUILD-UP Argyle had done it. With four games to spare, the Pilgrims had secured their promotion from League Two after a sixseason stint in thne bottom division. However, there was still the matter of securing top spot.

The Greens went into their final game of the season with a one-point lead on second-placed Doncaster Rovers and a two-point lead on third-placed Portsmouth, with all three teams already promoted and all fighting for the title. The Pilgrims just needed to make sure they either matched or bettered the results of Pompey and Rovers to ensure that the title would be coming back from Cleethorpes to Devon.

Argyle boss Derek Adams made two starting 11 changes to the side that had beaten Crewe Alexandra at home in their previous match, replacing Jakub Sokolik and Jake Jervis with Sonny Bradley and Jordan Slew.

THE MATCH The teams came out to a packed-out Osmond Stand, housing 1,834 members of the Green Army who had made the 690-mile round trip to Lincolnshire.

Despite the joy and carnival atmosphere in the away section, the Greens got off to the worst possible start: 42 seconds in and, following a goalmouth scramble, the ball rolled past Luke McCormick into the back of the Argyle net, putting Town 1-0 up.

Argyle battled through the first half but showed nothing for their efforts; in the second half things suddenly got interesting.

With both Doncaster and Portsmouth winning their games, every Argyle fan in the ground had one eye on the pitch and one eye on a smart 'phone, keeping up with the events between Portsmouth v Cheltenham Town and Hartlepool United v Doncaster.

On the 71st minute, following a long goal-kick, substitute Jimmy Spencer connected with a Nathan Blissett flick-on and slotted the ball home, levelling things up and bringing renewed hope amongst the Green Army.

The Greens tried to find the winner, but to no avail and results elsewhere ensured Portsmouth – 6-1 winners over Cheltenham – took the title, with Argyle as runners-up, ahead of Doncaster, who lost 2-1 at Hartlepool.

THE FAREWELLS Four players who featured that day did not make the 2017-18 journey into League One with Argyle that summer: Matty Kennedy, Connor Smith, Jimmy Spencer and Jordan Slew.

Kennedy returned from his loan to Cardiff City. He was loaned to Portsmouth the following season before making a permanent move to St Johnstone in July 2018.

Smith put pen to paper on an offer from Yeovil Town.

Since his one season at Huish Park, he has represented Boreham Wood, Billericay Town, Kingstonian, Kings Langley and Wealdstone.

Spencer has since played for League Two rivals Mansfield Town and currently plies his trade at Farsley Celtic, while life after Argyle has taken Slew to Rochdale, Radcliffe and Boston United.

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James McKEOWN (GK, C) Luke HENDRIE Liam GIBSON Harry DAVIS Ludvig OHMAN Luke WATERFALL Matt GREEN Jake HASSENTHALER James HANSON Elliot WHITEHOUSE Jordan COOK Ethan ROBSON Ollie BATTERSBY (GK) Ahkeem ROSE Harry CLIFTON Harry CARDWELL Charles VERNAM

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Max WRIGHT Moses OGBU Sebastian RING Elliott HEWITT Sam RUSSELL (GK) Jock CURRAN Mattew POLLOCK Brandon BUCKLEY Joseph HOPE Joseph STARBUCK Cameron PAINTER Luis ADLARD Evan KHOURI

MANAGER: Michael JOLLEY ASSISTANT-MANAGER: Anthony LIMBRICK ASSISTANT-COACH: Adam FORREST

OFFICIALS

COMING UP AT HOME PARK

Referee: Antony Coggins

ARGYLE v Bristol Rovers Central League Tuesday, November 5 2pm

Assistants: Paul Lister, Louis Marks Fourth Official: Sam Allison

ARGYLE LADIES v Watford Women’s National League Southern Premier Division Sunday, December 8 2pm

ARGYLE v Forest Green Central League Tuesday, December 10 2pm