Methley United AFC

20/06/2026

Hall Green Gala 2026

Our U9 Vipers played their first gala of 2026 at Hall Green this afternoon. Weather was absolutely glorious (glad to come away not looking Red for a change)

We entered into the Champions League group, playing a 5v5 format, I have to say, it was strange seeing them back on a 5-a-side pitch after a season at 7-a-side.

Onto the group stage, and what a great start our Vipers made in a tough match against a top Thornes Whites side. We made a quick start and soon found ourselves 2-0 up, plenty of great team work, and some great saves made from Joel to keep us ahead. We eventually saw out the game 3-2. Next up we had Seacroft Eagles in what was a pretty one sided game, some great long range finishes had us winning this one 7-0. Our last group game was against our gala hosts, and a team we know well from this season. This one was a really tight game, again we passed around well, and managed to head in front and see the game out 1-0. Winning all groups had us topping the group and into the final against Thornes Whites who finished in second.

The Final:
Well, this certainly wasn’t a repeat of the group game in terms of the scoreline, however in terms of the game itself, it was again another great battle against two great sides, both keepers shutting each other out, but Thornes did eventually go 1-0 up with a an absolute great strike. Our Vipers weren’t behind for long though, and we got ourselves back in the game though after Noah took advantage from a keeper fumble from Romans shot. The rest of the game was a constant back and forth but finally ended 1-1 and onto a dreaded penalty shootout.

Penalties:
I hate these, but the kids seem to love them 🤣 all 5 of our takers were little warriors. After 4 penalties each, we were ahead 4-3. Thornes scored their fifth and the weight of the world fell on Jacks shoulders to put away his penalty and crown us champions and boy did he put it away. METHLEY VIPERS U9 - HALL GREEN GALA: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE WINNERS 🏆

Super proud of this group today, they battled the heat, and worked really hard for each other.

13/06/2026

Brilliant day at Drighlington Juniors A.F.C gala today. Girls played amazingly all day, against some cracking teams. The girls worked their socks off, getting to the final pushing Wakefield Schools Football Association all the way to penalties in the final but finished runners up in a superb match. Lovely moment when one of our girls was hit in the face and the Wakefield striker hugged her immediately. Classy stuff. Very proud of every player, big thanks to Drighlington 🙏

13/06/2026

Beach soccer today for the U9s Lionesses. The girls did absolutely amazing playing in the U10s group and made it all the way to the Quarter Finals. Another great weekend bring on 2027 🦁

13/06/2026

Some of the U10 Panthers put all this summer break spare energy to great use this morning, taking on the 5k ‘Pretty Muddy’ Race For Life in Wakefield. They absolutely smashed it, raising funds for a great charity and lots of laughs and team bonding along the way. Mud, mud glorious mud!

Great work Panthers ❤️🖤❤️

12/06/2026

REMINDER!

ALL METHLEY GALAS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED

There will be no Methley Gala this weekend or next weekend. All teams have been contacted and issued refunds.

11/06/2026

07/06/2026

Methley Lions U11s at Walton Gala Tournament.

A great day full of fun and football at the Walton Gala for the Methley Boys.

The Blues were fantastic throughout the tournament, putting in some excellent performances and reaching the semi-finals of the Championship League.

The Reds showed great determination and character, pulling it out of the bag to become Europa League Champions after a superb final.

Both the Blues and Reds were outstanding all day, representing Methley with pride, teamwork, and effort. Every player should be incredibly proud of themselves for their achievements and the way they conducted themselves throughout the tournament.

Well done, boys!

07/06/2026

Methley white lions lifting the Europa league title at the Walton gala today !! Up the Lions 🦁
Methley blues having a great day too just missing out in the champions league semi final.

Back to training now

07/06/2026

What a day for Methley U11s Reds at the Thornes Gala! 🏆⚽

The lads were outstanding throughout the tournament, smashing their way to the top of the scoreboard with **8 points and playing some fantastic 5-a-side football.

A brilliant 2-0 victory in the semi-final booked their place in the final, where another tough challenge awaited.

Heading into the final, Methley took the lead, but the game finished 1-1 sending it into extra time. With neither side able to find a winner, it all came down to the dreaded !penalty shootout!

The penalties stayed level for what felt like forever, but the boys held their nerve and showed incredible determination to come out on top.

Methley U11s Reds have done it again, keeping their winning gala streak alive and bringing the cup home! 🏆🔴⚽

A huge well done to all the players for their effort, teamwork, and determination throughout the day. You did yourselves, your coaches, and your supporters proud.

Champions once again! 👏🎉

07/06/2026

As the 2025/26 season comes to an end, we thought it would be great to highlight the successes within our village club thanks to do the amazing efforts of our amazing volunteers ❤️⚽️❤️

Staggering effort - thanks to every coach, player and every parent/carer for being part of our fantastic village club ❤️⚽️❤️