AFC Dishers-Est 2023

25/05/2026

We are currently looking for new players for 26/27 season to add to our side.

14/05/2026

Who’s joining us for Killer Pool in the Bar tonight?

Can you take the Crown 👑 👀 xx

05/05/2026

03/05/2026

Match Report: AFC Dishers 2–1 Audlem FC

It was another classic Sunday showing from AFC Dishers—chaotic, dramatic, and only mildly organised.

With the gaffer rolling in late (again), reportedly still emotional after Derby’s latest disappointment and clutching what may or may not have been shattered dreams. Tactical talk consisted mainly of “play our footy” before the whistle blew.

Dishers started brightly, or at least more awake than usual, and it paid off early. A moment of absolute generosity from the Audlem back line gifted James Sturge the opener, who said “thank you very much” and tucked it away with all the composure of a man who couldn’t believe his luck. 1–0 Dishers, and somehow looking like a proper football team.

The rest of the first half was a mix of misplaced passes, optimistic shouting, and at least one player asking what position he was supposed to be playing.

Audlem came out stronger after the break and were eventually handed an equaliser thanks to a defensive display best described as “tribute act to the Three Stooges.” A series of failed clearances, ricochets, and general panic ended with the ball in the Dishers net. 1–1, and nobody willing to admit fault.

But Dishers weren’t done. Enter Razor—cool, calm, and surprisingly coordinated. After a tidy bit of work from Sturge Razor pulled it back, took a touch, and slotted it home like he’d been doing it all his life. 2–1 Dishers, limbs everywhere, and at least one pulled hamstring in celebration.

The final minutes were nervy, scrappy, and full of heroic last-ditch efforts (and less heroic clearances), but Dishers held on for a hard-fought win.

Full-Time: AFC Dishers 2–1 Audlem FC
Goal scorers-
James sturge ×1
Razor ×1

Assist- James sturge ×1

Motm- on what's supposed to be his 5th time lucky retirement season Ben Reddock

Now bank holiday weekend and lads are getting smashed

30/04/2026

Flyer this Sunday at Dishers!

Drop me a message if you want in? 😘

28/04/2026

28/04/2026

Can you get your payments in for this please guys!

Still taking entries!

May 23rd Grand Slam

1. Neil Whelan✅
2. Callum Williams✅
3. Amos Wright✅
4. Phill Whitehead✅
5. Rolly Murmann✅
6. Ian Chisnall✅
7. Alan Rowley✅
8. Andy Booth✅
9. Colin Brown✅
10. Matt Frost✅
11. Rob Fletcher✅
12. Ste Drinkwater✅
13. Jay Alexander✅
14. Ollie Brookes✅
15. Alfie Brookes✅
16. George Allen✅
17. Sean Convery✅
18. Nigel White✅
19. Graham Wright✅
20. Charlie Hancock✅
21. Zack Atherton✅
22. Tom Butler✅
23. Joe Williams✅
24. Mike Evans✅
25. Del Redmond✅
26. Kevin George✅
27. Kieran Malam
28. Callum Clarke
29. Anthony Sherratt
30. Alan Sneddon
31. Charlie Sneddon
32. Craig Baugh
33. Dave Paterson
34. Colin Paul
35. Josh Moscati
36. Andrew Shard
37. James Langley
38. Peter Langley
39. Jason Rudd
40. Matt Cornes
41. Roger Whittaker
42. Hayden Sword
43. Leon Wiseman
44. Byron Ball
45. Jamieleigh Fletcher
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26/04/2026

Match Report – AFC Dishers vs Alderman Veterans (Friendly)

As always we had dropouts from last nights antics. Messages at half 3 this morning🤣

An absolute touch of class from all the lads today, participating in a minutes silence. This showed the true meaning of football, resembling the community and respect.❤️

A tough outing for AFC Dishers as we fell to a 6–1 defeat against a strong Alderman Veterans side.

The opposition showed their quality early on, moving the ball well and capitalising on chances, which saw us go into the break on the back foot. Despite the scoreline, there were moments of resilience and effort from the lads, who kept working and trying to play our football.

We managed to get on the scoresheet with a well-taken goal, but Alderman continued to press and punished mistakes, extending their lead throughout the game.

Plenty to take away from this one — a reminder of the standards required and areas we need to improve. The focus now shifts to learning, regrouping, and coming back stronger in the next fixture.

Goal scorer- Ben reddock
Man of the match- bailey forshaw

24/04/2026

We want to wish the lads and our very own Sam Lewis, all the best on their charity bike ride next week 🔴⚫️

From the Afc dishers family ❤️

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24/04/2026

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