Tony Blair’s plan to move Wimbledon to Belfast is not the first time football has been used for political gain

The plan for ‘Belfast United’ proved politicians don’t care about fans - and it’s become increasingly worse over the last few years The post Tony...
LONDON FOOTBALL SCENE Jan 3

FA Cup fourth round draw: Date, time, ball numbers and talkSPORT coverage

The historic FA Cup third round takes place this week as Premier League teams bid to avoid early exits to reach round four. Premier League sides...
TALKSPORT Jan 3

AFC Wimbledon attacker hopes Forest Green can beat the drop

OMAR Bugiel wished former club Forest Green all the best in their relegation battle following yesterday’s 1-1 draw with AFC Wimbledon. The play-off...
SOUTHWARKNEWS.CO.UK Jan 2

New date announced for MK Dons' game with AFC Wimbledon

A new date has been announced for MK Dons’ home match against AFC Wimbledon. The game between the two post-Wimbledon rivals will now take place at...
CITIBLOG.CO.UK Jan 2

Four or more! Dons hit the goal trail

The goals have certainly been spread around our Wimbledon side so far this season, bringing about some eye-catching scorelines in the process.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Jan 2

AFC Wimbledon fixture at Stadium MK rearranged

MK Dons’ Sky Bet League Two fixture against AFC Wimbledon at Stadium MK has been rearranged for Tuesday 23 January.
MKDONS.COM Jan 2

“We’re a team, everyone can step up”

Omar Bugiel departed for Asian Cup duty with words of encouragement for his Wimbledon team mates that he leaves behind.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Jan 2

TICKET UPDATE | Tickets on sale tomorrow for Temporary Kop Stand for AFC Wimbledon (H) match

Wrexham AFC can confirm the Temporary Kop Stand will again be open to full capacity for the home match against AFC Wimbledon on Saturday January...
WREXHAM AFC - OFFICIAL SITE Jan 2

AFC Wimbledon Ticket Details

Ticket details for our Bristol Street Motors Trophy game at AFC Wimbledon are as follows.
OXFORD UNITED OFFICIAL SITE Jan 2

Troy Deeney hopes Wimbledon draw can move Forest Green momentum

Rovers are bottom of League Two.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Jan 1

Struggling Forest Green hold high-flying AFC Wimbledon

Both goals came in the first half.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Jan 1

Dons held by dogged Forest Green

AFC Wimbledon were made to settle for a point on New Year’s Day as a plucky Forest Green Rovers side fought hard for a 1-1 draw.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Jan 1

Paris locked in as an Angel

AFC Wimbledon forward arrives on loan
TONBRIDGEANGELS.CO.UK Jan 1

Supercomputer predicts 2024’s biggest winners from Euro 2024 champions to Wimbledon and Premier League title

A SUPERCOMPUTER has predicted the biggest sporting winners of 2024. The new year brings with it the chance of glory across some of the world’s...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 31, 2023

Luke Littler is sport’s latest teen sensation as darts whiz emulates Pele, Boris Becker & Mike Tyson with oche wizardry

TO PUT into context what incredible Luke Littler is achieving at Ally Pally, let’s compare his teenage tricks to other sporting...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 31, 2023

Match Preview – Bradford City (H)

Tomorrow afternoon, Crewe Alexandra returns to the Alexandra Stadium to face Bradford City in their first game of 2024 with former Alex players Sam...
VITAL FOOTBALL Dec 31, 2023

Preview: Forest Green Rovers vs. AFC Wimbledon - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Monday's League Two clash between Forest Green Rovers and AFC Wimbledon, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Dec 30, 2023

Colchester United beaten at AFC Wimbledon in League Two

Colchester United beaten at AFC Wimbledon in League Two
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 30, 2023

Wimbledon forward praises Asia Cup bound duo

JOSH Davison has saluted AFC Wimbledon strike duo Ali Al-Hamadi and Omar Bugiel after last night’s thrilling 5-3 win over Colchester. The trio...
SOUTHWARKNEWS.CO.UK Dec 30, 2023

Johnnie Jackson on AFC Wimbledon win over Colchester United

Johnnie Jackson's verdict on AFC Wimbledon win over Colchester United
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 30, 2023

Colchester United fans' verdict on AFC Wimbledon defeat

Colchester United supporters have their say on AFC Wimbledon defeat
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 30, 2023

Alex Scott shows off her toned tummy as she and Jess Glynne turn into ‘Brits abroad’ on loved-up holiday

ALEX SCOTT has been enjoying a loved-up holiday with pop star girlfriend Jess Glynne. The duo have jetted out for a winter getaway as they take...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 30, 2023

Colchester United player ratings after Wimbledon defeat

How Colchester United players fared in AFC Wimbledon defeat
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 30, 2023

Goal Cam | U's Bag Three At Wimbledon

The view from behind the goal for all three of the U's strikes in the 5-3 defeat at Plough Lane.
FOOTBALLNEWS Dec 30, 2023

Colchester United boss Matty Etherington on Wimbledon loss

Colchester United boss Matty Etherington on AFC Wimbledon defeat
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Colchester let themselves down in Wimbledon thriller – Matty Etherington

The Us went down 5-3 having led 2-1 in the first half.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Dec 29, 2023

Highlights | AFC Wimbledon 5-3 Colchester United

Short highlights from the U's 5-3 defeat to AFC Wimbledon.
FOOTBALLNEWS Dec 29, 2023

Interview | Matty Etherington Post AFC Wimbledon

Post-match thoughts from the Head Coach following the 5-3 defeat to AFC Wimbledon.
FOOTBALLNEWS Dec 29, 2023

Wimbledon beat Colchester in eight-goal thriller

The visitors ended the game with 10 men.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Dec 29, 2023

Dons win eight-goal thriller to end 2023 in style

A thrilling victory ended the year on a real high for Wimbledon, as Johnnie Jackson’s men marched back into the League Two play-off zone.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Colchester United beaten by AFC Wimbledon in League Two

Colchester United take on AFC Wimbledon in League Two
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Report | Second Half Goals Sink U's At Wimbledon

Colchester United have been beaten 5-3 by AFC Wimbledon at Plough Lane.
CU-FC.COM Dec 29, 2023

Colchester United took on AFC Wimbledon in League Two

Colchester United lost to AFC Wimbledon in League Two
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Pressure mounts on Etherington after U’s setback

AFC Wimbledon v Colchester United - Sky Bet League Two - Plough Lane - ReportAFC Wimbledon v Colchester United – Sky Bet League Two – Plough Lane –...
YELLOWAD.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Colchester United take on AFC Wimbledon in League Two

Colchester United take on AFC Wimbledon in League Two
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Live! Watch tonight's match on iFollow

The countdown is on until Wimbledon's final match of 2023 - and you can keep in touch with every kick even if you're not attending!
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Alex Scott sunbathes in blue and white bikini with a glass of wine alongside girlfriend Jess Glynne on sun-kissed break

PRESENTER Alex Scott sipped wine by the beach as part of her Christmas getaway with pop star girlfriend Jess Glynne. The two began dating this...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 29, 2023

Portsmouth predicted XI and bench for trip to Exeter as key decision made on on-loan Manchester City midfielder: gallery

Pompey head to Exeter tonight looking for their first win in four games as dropped points against Fleetwood and Bristol Rovers followed their exit...
PORTSMOUTH NEWS Dec 29, 2023

Opposition Lowdown: Darrell Clarke's Cheltenham Town

Photo by Pete Norton/Getty ImagesReading's second game of the busy festive period sees the Royals travel to Gloucestershire to take on fellow...
SBNATION.COM Dec 29, 2023

Tilley talks! Number seven rounds off the year

Wimbledon will be aiming to finish 2023 with a flourish this evening – and our matchday programme is also primed to go out on a high too!
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Colchester United boss Matty Etherington on AFC Wimbledon

Colchester United travel to play AFC Wimbledon tonight
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 29, 2023

Newcastle United owners will have to hold their nerve

Wimbledon 1 Newcastle United 1 was the first game I attended back in 1997 and I have supported the team in black and white ever since. Like a lot...
THE MAG Dec 29, 2023

Tony Blair weighed shipping asylum seekers to SCOTLAND years before Keir Starmer came out against Rwanda plan

FORMER PM Sir Tony Blair considered setting up a detention camp on the Isle of Mull for asylum seekers. The suggestion was dubbed the “nuclear...
THE SUN Dec 28, 2023

Preview | Arthur Read

Arthur Read has given his thoughts ahead of the U’s clash against AFC Wimbledon on Friday night at Plough Lane.
CU-FC.COM Dec 28, 2023

Interview | Arthur Read Pre AFC Wimbledon

FOOTBALLNEWS Dec 28, 2023

FA Youth date confirmed

United's Under 18s will host AFC Wimbledon at Bramall Lane in the fourth round of the FA Youth Cup on Wednesday 10th January (7pm), with tickets...
SHEFFIELD UTD OFFICIAL SITE Dec 28, 2023

Tony Blair’s attempt to move Premier League club to Belfast uncovered in newly-declassified files

Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair had plans to move AFC Wimbledon from London to Belfast in the late 1990s. Government papers from 1997 have been...
TALKSPORT Dec 28, 2023

Chelsea hero Noni Madueke reveals exact conversation with Conor Gallagher before scoring crucial penalty against Palace

NONI MADUEKE has revealed what he told Conor Gallagher before scoring the penalty against Crystal Palace on Wednesday night. The Blues winger...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 28, 2023

Forest Green Update: Coach time change & tickets

Wimbledon's first match of 2024 is at Forest Green on New Year's Day (3 pm kick-off), with advance tickets available until 1 pm tomorrow (Friday).
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Dec 28, 2023

Officials | AFC Wimbledon (A)

Ben Atkinson will officiate Colchester United’s clash against AFC Wimbledon on Friday 29th December (KO 7:45pm).
CU-FC.COM Dec 28, 2023

Ex-Prime Minister Tony Blair wanted to relocate Premier League team to Belfast according to newly-declassified files

TONY BLAIR wanted to move a Premier League team from London to Belfast, government papers reveal. The former Prime Minister labelled the idea to...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 28, 2023

Preview | AFC Wimbledon (A)

Colchester United will take on AFC Wimbledon at Plough Lane on Friday 29th December (KO 7:45pm) in what will be the U’s last match of the year.
CU-FC.COM Dec 28, 2023

Tony Blair pushed for Wimbledon FC to relocate to Belfast in 1998

Tony Blair encouraged attempts to move Wimbledon Football Club to Belfast in the late 1990s in an attempt to have a Premier League team in Northern...
THETIMES.CO.UK Dec 28, 2023

Blair was keen to relocate Wimbledon FC to Belfast in late 1990s, papers show

Then prime minister thought idea of moving club to Northern Ireland should be encouraged ‘as much as possible' The former prime minister Sir Tony...
THE GUARDIAN Dec 28, 2023

Colchester travel to play AFC Wimbledon in League Two

Colchester United travel to play AFC Wimbledon on Friday night
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Dec 28, 2023

Lionesses reaching World Cup final voted the most memorable sporting moment of 2023

THE Lionesses reaching the World Cup final has topped a poll to find the most memorable sporting moment of the year. Alessia Russo and her England...
THE SUN Dec 27, 2023

Tony Blair ‘keen to encourage relocation of Wimbledon football team to Belfast'

The idea would have seen an international football stadium being built for the team.
EXPRESS AND STAR Dec 27, 2023

Tony Blair ‘keen to encourage relocation of Wimbledon football team to Belfast’

The idea would have seen an international football stadium being built for the team.
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Dec 27, 2023

Plan to move Premier League club to Belfast uncovered in declassified government files

Newly-released files show Tony Blair thought moving Wimbledon FC to Northern Ireland should be encouraged in the 1990s - although the club...
IRISH MIRROR Dec 27, 2023

State papers: Tony Blair backed plan to relocate then Premier League football team Wimbledon to Belfast

​Former prime minister Sir Tony Blair was keen on an idea to relocate then-Premier League football side Wimbledon FC to Belfast in the late 1990s.
NEWSLETTER.CO.UK.XML Dec 27, 2023

State papers: Prime Minister Tony Blair backed plans to bring Wimbledon FC to Belfast

State Papers have shone a light on two issues that have sparked considerable debate and controversy in Northern Ireland sport.
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Dec 27, 2023

Dons defender puts hands up after Sutton loss

DEFENDER Jack Currie admitted AFC Wimbledon weren’t at the races as they went down to a shock 1-0 Boxing Day home defeat to rivals Sutton United....
SOUTHWARKNEWS.CO.UK Dec 27, 2023

Preview: AFC Wimbledon vs. Colchester United - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Friday's League Two clash between AFC Wimbledon and Colchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Dec 27, 2023

iFollow | AFC Wimbledon (A)

Watch Friday evening's action live on iFollow if you can't make it to South London to watch the U's take on AFC Wimbledon.
CU-FC.COM Dec 27, 2023

Jason Goodliffe pleased with battling Sutton’s win at his former club Wimbledon

Omar Sowunmi’s header handed the visitors three points.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Dec 26, 2023

Gillingham 0, Crawley Town 2: Wright and Roles goals see Reds win at Gills

Crawley Town boss Scott Lindsey slammed his side’s first half performance as his side lost 2-1 to AFC Wimbledon at the Broadfield Stadium on Friday...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Dec 26, 2023

Alex Scott appears to go Instagram official with Jess Glynne as she shows off incredible bikini body on holiday

ALEX SCOTT appears to have gone Instagram official with popstar girlfriend Jess Glynne as they shared a picture and video on holiday. Former...
THE SUN Dec 24, 2023

Preview: AFC Wimbledon vs. Sutton United - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's League Two clash between AFC Wimbledon and Sutton United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Dec 24, 2023

Santa stops play: how Brentford's Christmas plan proved cold turkey

It's nearly 40 years since the plan to meet the Crazy Gang in a ground-breaking fixture hit the buffers In a 47-year career at the BBC, Nicholas...
THE GUARDIAN Dec 24, 2023

Bright start pays off again for AFC Wimbledon

AFC Wimbledon assistant boss Terry Skiverton was delighted to see another positive start being rewarded in last night’s 2-1 victory at Crawley...
SOUTHWARKNEWS.CO.UK Dec 23, 2023

Matchday Uncovered: Pure grit and determination

The Dons showcased what true Wimbledon spirit is all about last night as a backs to the wall performance brought home three valuable points.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Dec 23, 2023

Alex Scott shares behind-the-scenes snap with partner Jess Glynne after wowing in braless outfit as SPOTY ceremony

ALEX SCOTT shared a snap on her Instagram from backstage at the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year Awards yesterday. In it, she posed with...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 23, 2023

AFC WIMBLEDON REACTION | SCOTT LINDSEY & ADAM CAMPBELL

CRAWLEYTOWNFC.COM Dec 22, 2023

REPORT CRAWLEY TOWN 1-2 AFC WIMBLEDON

A horror first 20 minutes cost Crawley Town dear as they lost 2-1 to AFC Wimbledon under the Friday night lights at the Broadfield Stadium. Liam...
CRAWLEYTOWNFC.COM Dec 22, 2023

'Might have been a bit of shellshock' - Former Newcastle forward explains what went wrong for Crawley against Wimbledon

Crawley Town forward Adam Campbell said Crawley ‘ran out of time’ to make amends for a dismal first-half as they fell to a 2-1 home defeat against...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Dec 22, 2023

'The worst they have played under me' - Crawley Town boss slams players for first half performance in defeat to AFC Wimbledon

Crawley Town boss Scott Lindsey slammed his side’s first half performance as his side lost 2-1 to AFC Wimbledon at the Broadfield Stadium on Friday...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Dec 22, 2023

Terry Skiverton critical of officials after 10-man Wimbledon hold on for win

Dons saw manager Johnnie Jackson and defender Joe Lewis red carded in the 2-1 win at Crawley.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Dec 22, 2023

10-man Dons triumph against the odds

AFC Wimbledon withstood all obstacles to clinch a 2-1 win at Crawley Town, finishing up the evening with 10 men.
AFCWIMBLEDON.CO.UK Dec 22, 2023

Josh Davison and Ali Al-Hamadi hand 10-man Wimbledon victory at Crawley

The Dons, who had manager Johnnie Jackson red carded just before the interval, also had defender Joe Lewis sent off.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Dec 22, 2023

Crawley Town 1, AFC Wimbledon 2: Reds suffer horror opening 20 minutes as 10-man Dons take home three points

A horror first 20 minutes cost Crawley Town dear as they lost 2-1 to AFC Wimbledon under the Friday night lights at the Broadfield Stadium.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Dec 22, 2023
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