Thank you for your continued support of the CUFC Lottery.

CUFC Lottery 'Accumulator' Results (10 May 2019) - this weeks winning 'Accumulator' numbers are (1708)
-there were no winners of the weekly 'Accumulator' this week, meaning next weeks 'Accumulator' will be £2100.

CUFC Lottery 'Main Draw' Results (10 May 2019) - this weeks winning 'Main Draw' numbers are (1420)
-there were no winners of the 'Main Draw' jackpot this week.
-next weeks 'Main Draw' jackpot will be £300.00.

As the 'Main Draw' jackpot was not won this week
-there are 2 CUFC Lottery members matching the first pair winning £10.00 each
-there is 1 CUFC Lottery member matching the second pair winning £10.00

If you are a winner of either the 'Accumulator' or 'Main Draw' you will be notified individually by email.

Yours sincerely,
The CUFC Lottery Team.

 Following recent changes in the law concerning the use of drones. Cambridge United have been advised that each of their floodlights will need to be lowered by 10 feet to comply with new regulations. In Rule 1912/4 the Aviation Flight Control Council have also determined that all structures over 50 feet high must have amber flashing lights fitted to them. These will need to remain on throughout matches.

Ian Darler Stadium Manager said " We will have to comply with the new laws and are currently exploring all options. The preferred one will require the top framework section of the pylon to be unbolted and removed in order to comply with the new regulation. The other option although higher in cost would be to dig underneath the structure and remove the pole shoes. Another concern with removing the top section will be the birds who with the current climate are nesting. Fortunately the club could do most themselves. The club would also need to confirm with the league that the first three matches of the next season are all played away but it depends on how the work flows and any negative elements.

Industry expert Ivor Coolicon said that " The AFC fully understand the problems that may be caused by the changes. However, the club needs to comply before the 31st November with the latest law changes. There will be no extension lead times allowed to meet the deadline.

When asked Mr Coolicon was unaware of how many other clubs could be affected by the changes, but did not think it would be more than half a dozen

The above was going to be this years April Fool's Day joke. We didn't use it because of the defeat against Colchester but thought it was worth sharing

On Saturday, the League said goodby to Notts County. Hopefully, they will be back soon

During the past few seasons we have had some good matches against  them.

Watch the videos below to see a selection.

When United joined the league in 1970 Notts County won the the Fourth Division at the end of United's first season..

What can you remember about the matches between the sides?

Loan 18/02/2015 MF Nathaniel Mendez-Laing Peterborough United
Loan 23/02/2015 FW Matt Harrold Crawley Town
loan 13/03/2015 FW Johnny Margetts Hull City
Loan 31/07/2015 LB George Taft Burton Albion
Loan 21/08/2015 CF Jacob Blyth Leicester City
Loan 01/09/2015 LB Mickey Demetriou Shrewsbury Town
Loan 15/10/2015 RB Alie Sesay Leicester City
Loan 19/11/2015 CB Terry Kennedy Sheffield United
Loan 19/11/2015 FW Ben Williamson Gillingham
Loan 20/11/2015 MF Ryan Ledson Everton
Loan 24/11/2015 RB Cameron Gayle Oxford United
Loan 26/11/2015 MF Jordan Jones Middlesbrough
Loan 02/01/2016 DF Lewis Page West Ham United
Loan 05/01/2016 DF Darnell Furlong Queens Park Rangers
Loan 16/01/2016 FW Karlan Ahearne-Grant Charlton Athletic
Loan 01/02/2016 DF Shane O'Neill Apollon Limassol
Loan 13/02/2016 DF Ryan Haynes Coventry City
 
 
Sale Name From Fee
06/02/2015 Jordan Slew Blackburn Free
01/07/2015 Luke Berry Barnsley Undisclosed
01/07/2015 Daniel Carr Huddersfield Town Free transfer
01/07/2015 Barry Corr Southend United Free transfer
01/07/2015 Keith Keane Preston North End Free transfer
01/07/2015 Leon Legge Gillingham Free transfer
01/07/2015 Elliot Omozusi Leyton Orient Free transfer
01/07/2015 Mark Roberts Fleetwood Town Free transfer
03/07/2015 Sam Beasant Stevenage Free transfer
14/07/2015 Jeff Hughes Fleetwood Town Free transfer
16/07/2015 Conor Newton Rotherham United Free transfer
14/01/2016 James Dunne Portsmouth Free transfer
15/01/2016 Ben Williamson Gillingham Undisclosed
30/01/2016 Jimmy Spencer Notts County Free transfer

In the months that followed the Manchester United match at Old Trafford on the 3rd February 2015, the club signed quite a few players while releasing many of the ones who contributed to the conference promotion and FA Trophy in the previous season.
 
How many do you remember still from the list above and who do you think made an impact while at the club?
 
Did all the changes have an impact on the finances of the club and were too many changes made to quickly?

Ho many were better than the ones we already had?

Would you be able to help?

We are looking to complete a series of short films around the ground.

The filming should take no more than a few hours to do.

If you are able to help or might be interested in doing so - please reply using the form below.

We will then contact you with further details concerning the project

Thank you

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CUFC Lottery 'Accumulator' Results (03 May 2019) - this weeks winning 'Accumulator' numbers are (4251)
-there were no winners of the weekly 'Accumulator' this week, meaning next weeks 'Accumulator' will be £2050.

CUFC Lottery 'Main Draw' Results (03 May 2019) - this weeks winning 'Main Draw' numbers are (9012)
-there was a winner of the 'Main Draw' jackpot this week winning a total of £300.00.
-next weeks 'Main Draw' jackpot will be £300.00.

If you are a winner of either the 'Accumulator' or 'Main Draw' you will be notified individually by email.

Yours sincerely,
The CUFC Lottery Team.

Instant Review article from the April Amber Army

What would be your choices?

Player of the season  Taft/Taylor Most improved player  Mitov
Most enjoyable game  Away at Notts County Best result   
Away at Bury Most frustrating game  Home to Colchester
Biggest disappointment  Barry Corr’s injury problems
Brightest hope   Tom Knowles
Worst referee   B Huxtable Best performance   Home vs Bury Best team seen at the Abbey Bury
Worst team……..   Morecambe
Most whole hearted player  Harrison Dunk
Most invisible player  Emmanuel Someone
Most impressive aspect of the season=The away support and the quality of our pitch. P
layers I would most like to see again next season = Alex Jones, Hayden Coulson, Harry Darling, David Amoo and others mentioned above.
Greatest dedication = the volunteers who work hard almost every day to keep our stadium open.
Author of the year = Ian Darler

Cambridge United end a disappointing league season away to Macclesfield.  The match is critical to Macclesfield and Notts County as they fight for their league status next season

If you are going I hope you find the following information helpful.

Macclesfield Town FC
Moss Rose Stadium
London Road
Macclesfield

SK11 7SP

Telephone Number --- 01625 264686

At Macclesfield Town, we are a friendly, inclusive and welcoming club, who will do everything we can to make visiting the Moss Rose a pleasurable experience for all supporters.
If you have not visited us before, then please be assured that you will be given a warm welcome ahead of your first trip.

Information can be found via the following link https://www.mtfc.co.uk/tickets2/visiting-supporters/

By road
From the North (M6) Exit the M6 at junction 19 (Knutsford) and follow the A537 to Macclesfield. Follow the signs to the Town Centre. The ground is signposted from the Town Centre but if in doubt follow the signs towards Leek (A523) The ground is about one mile out of town on the Leek road A523 with the stadium is immediately in front of you. The Away Ticket Office is located immediately to the left of the ground next to the Silkmen Cafe. 
From the North (Manchester/M62+M60) Follow the A6 through Stockport until the road forks. Take the right hand fork signposted Macclesfield (A523). Follow this road past the town until you reach the end of the dual carriageway. The ground is roughly 1.25 miles on your right. Leave the M60 at Stockport and follow as above or leave at J3 Cheadle and follow the A34 following the signs for Macclesfield and 'Other Routes'.

From the South (M6)Exit the M6 at junction 17 (Sandbach) and follow the A534 to Congleton. From here take the A536 to Macclesfield (Macclesfield is signposted from the Motorway). After passing the 'Millers' pub on the left continue for about 1/4 of a mile and take the first right after the speed-camera onto Moss Lane. Follow Moss Lane until you reach the ground. Continue along Moss Lane past the ground and round a right hand bend to the away end of the ground. The Away Ticket Office is located immediately to the left of the ground next to the Silkmen Cafe.
From the East (Buxton)Come into Macclesfield on the A537 (Careful though, it's reportedly the most dangerous road in the country). At the bottom of the hill with the station opposite, turn left onto the dual carriageway. Then as above.

Other RoutesThe Ground is signposted from the Town Centre but if in doubt follow the signs towards Leek (A523). The ground is about one mile out of town on the A523 and is immediately in front of you. The Away Ticket Office is located immediately to the left of the ground as you approach the ground next to the Silkmen Cafe. 
Car ParkingAlthough the Club does not have a car park for visiting supporters, there is ample road side parking in the immediate areas around the ground.  The Club asks supporters to be advised to check for double white and yellow lines.

A very safe place to park is in the Lyme Green Retail Park, which is only about 300 yards South of the ground down the London Road or on the London Road itself.

By train  
The nearest station is Macclesfield. Leave the station and turn left up Sunderland Street until you reach a major crossroads at the war memorial. Take the left here and follow for roughly a mile. The ground is immediately in front of you with the Away Ticket Office is located immediately to the left of the ground next to the Silkmen Cafe. 
SmokingThe Stadium is a non-smoking venue on match days and this includes electronic cigarettes. At other events and social occasions at the stadium smoking is allowed in designated areas.
Matchday ProgrammeOur match day programme is priced at £3.00 for 48 pages and is available from a number of locations both outside and inside the ground.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Moss Rose and hope you enjoy your visit

If you prefer to travel independently the following sites may help you to organise your trip -: 

Train -:                    TRAIN INFORMATION

Coach -:                  NATIONAL EXPRESS

Car -:                       AA NEWS  

Weather -:               BBC WEATHER NEWS

Travel News -:         AA TRAVEL NEWS


The information provided is done so in good faith and sourced from various websites.

Following several requests over the past season we have now moved the board with supporters names on it  to a new position in the Habbin walkway. See photo below

The Memorial area will remain where it is. We will improve the fence behind it and also the immediate area around where we can

Preserved in Amber: Promotion celebrations, 29 April 1978 It’s like a game of Spot the U’s Legend. There’s a behatted Steve Spriggs, looking more than ever like the Artful Dodger. Lindsay ‘Wolfie’ Smith is there, as are Dave Stringer, Tom Finney, Alan Biley, Gordon Sweetzer and the shy, retiring Sammy Morgan. Director Tony Douglas seems to be pointing admiringly at Sweetzer’s magnificent moustache, while chairman David Ruston looks a little concerned. He need not have been. His club had just won promotion to Division Two for the first time in their short Football League history and they would stay there for six wonderful seasons. The celebrations followed United’s thrilling 2-1 win over Exeter on the last day of the 1977/78 season – a win that secured second place in the table behind Wrexham and ahead of Preston and, pleasingly, a Peterborough side that missed out on promotion. John Docherty’s team, who had gone into the game not knowing it was the gaffer’s birthday, needed nothing less than a victory to present him with promotion. They had lined up with Malcolm Webster in goal behind a tried-and-tested defence consisting.
 
of Trevor Howard, Stringer, Steve Fallon and Smith. Ahead of them was a blend of schemers and strikers featuring Spriggs, Jon Cozens, Ian Buckley, Finney, Sweetzer and Biley. There was no room in the starting line-up for Morgan, but he was destined to play a huge role in the day’s events. The Abbey was rocking that Saturday, although the official attendance of 8,741 was, surprisingly given how much was at stake, almost a thousand down on the figure for the previous Tuesday’s 1-0 win over the Welsh championselect. United were entitled to look back with satisfaction at a season in which they’d lost just one home match and drawn only three. But they started nervously and ceded control to Exeter, whose Cambridge-born keeper Richard Key had a memorable first half. He would have cause to recall the second period with a shudder.  United seemed more relaxed after the break but were forced to rethink when, first, Grecians striker Keith Bowker – who had played in black and amber the previous season – shot them ahead in the 62nd minute and then the injured Spriggs retired. His replacement was on a mission. Morgan’s first meaningful actions, as a high ball dropped into the box, were to smash Key into the net and then provide ref Stephen Bates with his name. ‘I had to make my presence felt up front,’ the Belfast-born wrecking ball explained later. ‘He was coming out, so I had to go in.’  The shaken keeper was understandably deprived of a little confidence, and he stayed firmly on his line as, 17 minutes from the end, another cross came in and Finney headed it home. He did make an effort, with three minutes left, to get to a Cozens corner, but it wasn’t nearly as effective as Fallon’s tremendous leap. In went the defender’s header to make the result 2-1 and cue the celebrations. ‘Magic!’ said the goalscorer. Key’s post-match comments were not recorded, but his thinking was evidently along the lines of ‘You have to get back on the horse that threw you.’ Preparing himself mentally for the task of facing Morgan in training, he signed for the U’s in time for the following season.
 
[Now that was a great season, wonderful players, great hair styles and a proper kit. Some reasonable music around too. I love nostalgia. Ed]