Chard United Football Club

04/09/2026

🔴⚫️Fundraising Update🔴⚫️

🎯🎯Pairs Darts Competition🎯🎯

Over the bank holiday weekend a year on we hosted our 2nd August round robin pairs darts competition. Another succesful day was had and we managed to raise a total of £350! With some brilliant darts throughout the day there of course could only be 1 winner in the end. Winners on the day were Alex Anning & Mason Doble overcoming last years winners Leighton Cox and Kieran Spurdle in a 5-0 hammering in the final with some sensational darts on show!

Big thanks firstly to all of the players who entered! Second thanks goes to The Happy Return for again letting us run the competition within their pub and keeping everyone watered throughout the day🍻, also to Streetwraps for supplying the food for the bbq🍔 and last but not least to our board sponsors! Without the effort and generosity we would not be able to run competitions like this, it is certainly much appreciated!

Board Sponsors
Trchardbuilders
Nisa Ilminster
DWS Engineering
TP Timber

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03/09/2026

🔴⚫️ WE ARE HIRING 🔴⚫️

If you think you have what it takes to manage our reserves then please get in touch via our page.

Our reserves play in Perry Street Divison 1 and have a good squad that just needs someone to guide them in the right way.

28/08/2026

🔴⚫️Chard Hospital Cup Final🔴⚫️

🔴⚫️Chard United 6-1 Merriott Moretti🔴⚫️

The boys rolled out an emphatic win in the Chard Hospital cup final on Thursday night on a fine night at Zembard Lane!🏆

First half started with both teams seeing plenty of the ball, but it didn't take long for Chard to settle and begin playing some lovely football and moving the ball around really well which made it difficult for Merriott. The first Chard goal came from Merriott conceding a penalty after Jake Davey was brought down after a bursting run. In form Olly Chubb stepped up and fired it into the back of the net. Chard looked to build on this and shortly after Olly Chubb pounced on a mistake, took the ball past the defence and calmly slotted it into the bottom corner to make it 2 nil! With Chard in complete control going up the hill after imcredibly hard work from the lads the half ended 2 nil.

The 2nd half began after a well needed break. The hunger and desire was still clear to see with plenty of the same control from Chard. Next up on the scoresheet was Brad Davies with a fine left footed strike from the edge of the box assisted by Luis Nightingill to make it 3 nil. Chard looked to continue building on this but Merriott had other ideas and managed to get a goal back to make it 3-1. With spirits within the Merriott side rising and in their mind a potential comeback on the cards Chard not long after dampened spirits once again after a ball played from Olly Chubb followed by a bursting run from Jake Davey beating players into the box and ending with a cool finish to make it 4-1! With plenty of brilliant football on display and a solid performance from the entire Chard side this was fully deserved and it was not over yet! Chard were awarded a free kick which Jamie Brown perfectly looped into the box where Luis Nightingill awaited to see the ball into the back of the net to make it 5-1. The 2nd half saw plenty of substitutions and plenty of quality coming on and off the bench. After a well earned break it was time for Owen Ford and Olly Chubb to come back on for the final 10 minutes. Not long after they both linked up together with some fine football and a perfectly timed ball from Owen into Olly for him to then find the back of the net to get his hattrick and make the game finish 6-1.

Managerial team had this to say "What a night! The lads put in an unbelievable performance, listened well and stuck to the gameplan throughout the 90 minutes to make sure we got that all important win. With the new management team and new players coming in it's all new and to have a start like this we could not ask for anymore! For this team to be where they are now after a turbulent couple of seasons is incredible, and credit to the players for that. On the night outstanding performance from the whole team from the starting 11 to the players who came on from the bench they all played their part and the work that was put in was phenominal. Special mention to Olly Chubb for the hattrick! The midfield trio of Ben, Gav and Brad were incredible. But most of all just the team as a whole was a credit to us, themselves and a big big credit to this club!"

Goalscorers
Olly Chubb ⚽️⚽️⚽️
Brad Davies ⚽️
Jake Davey ⚽️
Luis Nightingill⚽️

Motm🏅-Olly Chubb
Dick of the day🍆- Nobody

We would like to give thanks to Chard Town FC as hosts. Thanks to all those who came to support! Last but definitely not least a big shout out to Merriott Moretti, although it wasn't their night they played in good spirits. They should be proud to of made the step up to the Premier division and to of beaten some good teams along the way to make it to the final!

Chard now turn their focus to the start of the league campaign on Saturday 5th September!!

🔴⚫️Living The Dream🔴⚫️

Big thanks to our matchday sponsors

BA Chant Plumbing & Heating

Maplewood Construction

Robert Westmore Groundworks & Landscapes

Streetwraps

The Choughs Chard

Reach

Scrivs Precision Engineering

T H Construction

27/08/2026

🔴⚫️Pre Season-Chard United FC 1st🔴⚫️

Chard United 1-5 Martock
Ilminster Town Res1-2 Chard United
B**r Res 3-2 Chard United
Chard United 0-1 Staplegrove Res

With expactations high it was a slightly dissapointing pre season for the first team with injuries and unavailability. The newly appointed management of Isaacs, Every and Pink had a turbulent ride playing some tough teams without the squads they'd hoped for but none the less made the best of it against tough opposition.

Chard Hospital Cup-quarter final!

Combe Res 0-0 Chard United
5-6 Penalties

Chard looking to bounce back turned up to Combe against a strong Combe side! With still a few missing it was set to be a hard task and that it was! New players stepping in and stepping up! A hard slog and a lot of effort put in between the 2 sides but at full time neither team had found the back of the net! The game ended at penalties where Chard became victourious after scoring all 6 penalties and the 5th Combe penalty being saved by the Chard keeper.

Semi final!
Chard United 4-2 Halstock

With full managment back and the squad coming together as one, a few niggling injuries as always, Chard set to make a statement in the semi final. A cagey 10 minutes soon fell into a happy trail of Chard attacks which led to Chard being 3-1 up at half time via Owen Ford and Olly Chubb. Changes were made at halftime. Shortly after Jake Davey was brought on, he scored an absolute thriller which set the theatre of dreams alight. 4-1! The game was far from over, Halstock offered plenty of long ball and pressure that unfortunately led to the Chard defence conceding a definite penalty to which they scored to make it 4-2. But with all of this it wasn't enough, the Chard defence stood strong and again hard work and desire from everybody made sure we got to the final! On the whole a very impressive performance from the lads on the night that can now be taken forward and built on into the final!

Chard now look forward to the Hospital Cup Final where they look to continue their cup run and go all the way with another solid performance to bring the cup home for one another. It would be great to see as many of you down there to support the lads as possible!

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Big thanks to our matchday sponsors

BA Chant Plumbing & Heating

Maplewood Construction

Robert Westmore Groundworks & Landscapes

Streetwraps

The Choughs Chard

Reach

Scrivs Precision Engineering

T H Construction

25/08/2026

🔴⚫ THIS SUNDAY! 🔴⚫

Chard United welcome all dart players (or non dart players 👀) to join us for a round robin pairs competition on Sunday 30th August (bank holiday weekend).

If you would like to enter then contact either Ellery Pink or Daniel Scriven. PRE PAYMENT IS REQUIRED.

Last year was a brilliant day with some great darts on show 🎯 so come and join us for another top day of darts, all details required are below!

Board Sponsors
• Nisa Ilminster
• Trchardbuilders

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01/08/2026

Today is the day we remember the half point, cheeseburger without the cheese legend!

Come on down to Jocelyn today to witness some world class football and have a great day remembering Alex who we all miss so much ❤️🖤

Alex ‘Jibber’ Ives Memorial Game – Saturday 1st August 💙

Join us for a special day as we come together to remember and celebrate the life of our great friend and teammate, Alex ‘Jibber’ Ives.

⚽️ Jibber XI vs Chard Utd XI
🗓 Date: Saturday 1st August
📍 Location: Jocelyn Park
⏰ Kick-off: 2pm followed by a couple of half pints down the happy.

This memorial match is more than just a game – it’s a chance to remember Jibber, share memories, and have a great time. Expect football, laughs and potentially cheeseburgers without the cheese – just the way Jibber would’ve wanted.

⚽️ All are welcome – players, friends, family, and supporters.

💬 Please share and spread the word. Let’s make it a day to remember.

31/07/2026

❤️🖤 THANK YOU! 🖤❤️

A huge thank you to every single person who donated, shared our fundraiser, cheered us on, or supported us throughout our Sponsored Marathon Walk. Your generosity and encouragement meant the world to everyone involved.

We're delighted to announce that, thanks to your amazing support, we raised an incredible £1,940! 🎉👏

Every penny will go towards helping Chard United continue to grow both on and off the pitch, and we genuinely couldn't have done it without you.

From everyone at Chard United, thank you for getting behind the club. Your support makes a real difference, and we're incredibly grateful.

❤️🖤

30/07/2026

🍻🏇 A DAY AT THE RACES... WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG? 🏇🍻

We are opening our Chard United trip to Newton Abbot Races to everyone!

📅 Saturday 22nd August
🚌 Return coach back to Chard
🏇 A day at Newton Abbot Races
💷 £40 per person – including your race ticket and return coach travel.

Whether you're a racing expert who studies the form, or you just pick the horse with the funniest name, you're guaranteed a cracking day out!

🍺 Good company.
🏇 Great racing.
😂 Questionable betting decisions.
📸 Stories you'll probably deny the next day.

Places are limited, so don't hang around waiting for a 100/1 winner...

📩 Drop us a message to book your seat before they're gone!

29/07/2026

🎉 SPONSORSHIP RAFFLE WINNERS ANNOUNCED! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who entered our sponsorship raffle and for your incredible support of Chard United FC.

We're delighted to announce our winners for the 2026/27 season:

🏆 First Team Sponsor: Larkmans (Nisa Ilminster)

🏆 Reserve Team Sponsor: The happy return inn

Congratulations to both of our winners! We're proud to have you supporting the club for the season ahead.

We'd also like to say a massive thank you to every business that entered the raffle. While there could only be two winners, every entry helps support Chard United FC, and we're incredibly grateful for your generosity. You can expect to see everyone who entered promoted across our page over the coming season.

We encourage all of our players, supporters, and the wider community to support not only our new shirt sponsors, but also the fantastic local businesses that entered our raffle. Shopping local and supporting those who support grassroots football helps us thrive.

Thank you once again to everyone involved. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait for another exciting season together.

❤️🖤

29/07/2026

🤝 Sponsor Spotlight – Pancake Pod & Streetwraps 🥞🌯

At Chard United FC, we’re incredibly grateful for the support of our sponsors, and today we’d like to give a shout-out to Pancake Pod & Street Wraps! 💙

Whether you’re after a delicious sweet treat, a savoury pancake, or one of their fantastic street wraps, they’ve got something for everyone. They also cater for:
🎉 Weddings
🎈 Private Parties
🏢 Corporate Events
👥 Staff Welfare Days

⭐ Rated 5 for Food Hygiene
🌱 Gluten Free & Vegan options available

If you’re looking for great food and friendly service for your next event, be sure to check them out. And if you’re visiting Alpine Grove Campsite throughout August, make sure you stop by and give them a try!

📍 Thank you for supporting the businesses that support grassroots football.