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Former Football League Club. First English side to defeat Real Madrid away from home. Winners at Old Trafford. NWCFL Champions 13/14 + NFC @23snelson #Admirals

Nelson, England
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
18 days
🎙️Updated fixture list🔵⚪️🟡🔵
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
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On this day… 99 years ago… @realmadriden 2-4 #TheAdmirals Making us the first English team to beat Real Madrid on Spanish soil. 💙⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
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Huge thanks to @Rovers forward, Bradley Dack, for his message to the lads before todays game. 💙⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
Everyone here Nelson FC are deeply saddened by the news that former player, Jamie Wynne passed away yesterday. Our sincere condolences go to Jamie’s family at this time. A great player and even better bloke. #YNWA
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@Nelsonfc1
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Nelson’s New No 9 Sefton Gonzales ✍️ The 6ft 6” centre forward has put pen to paper for the upcoming 24/25 season. The 32 year old netted 20 NPL West goals for Clitheroe last year. After looking for a new challenge Sefton fancies the project ahead!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
If anyone was wondering how they celebrate 3 points in the Lloyd household…
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@Nelsonfc1
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4 months
Nelson signs Billy Priestly in a one year deal for the 24/25 season.    One of the best NWCFL defenders, the signing signals the scale of the Club’s ambition.    With several offers on the table, Priestly’s signing was described as massive for the club and Manager Arron Ripley:
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
Our refurbished dugouts finished and looking pristine thanks to our volunteers for their hard work #cleanbootsonly 😃
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
Full Time: Nelson 2-0 Holker Old Boys. Nelson are in the play-offs!! 🔵
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
On it’s way to @JordanShirts RIP Jordan Condolences to all Jordan’s family and his friends, from all at Nelson FC #Sinnott25
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
NEWS: We are delighted to announce that @OwenCoyleJnr96 has joined us as first team coach. Welcome to The Admirals Family. #UpTheAdmirals
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
That’s the end of our season. Congratulations to @OfficialBuryAFC winners of @nwcfl Division 1 North. Good luck to @Official_HOBAFC and @golcarunited in the playoff final. May the best team win. Huge thanks to all for their support this season. What a belter! #UpTheAdmirals
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
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SIGNING: We welcome @jordan_gidley to Nelson Football Club. Top shot stopper who made over 180 appearances for Barnoldswick Town. Reputation of being a great lad too! Looking forward to seeing him at Nelson To sponsor Jordan, DM us or email: nelson @3DJD .co.uk #WelcomeJordan 💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 months
First of our ground improvement updates ⬇️⬇️⬇️ The concrete is being poured for our new pitch perimeters! New drains around the edges of pitch have also been installed to divert the water from running onto the grass. Pitch renovations with Danvic start next week too.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
This Saturdays fixture Vs @ChaddertonFC will be held in memory of Jamie Wynne. 💙⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
Welcome signing Number 3… Joe Rodriguez Joe joins us from Burnley United and is another player who has hit the ground running. He brings experience and bags of ability to our front line. Welcome to Nelson, Joe 💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 months
We are absolutely over the moon to receive a reprieve and retain our status in the @nwcfl , the PPG average towards back end of the season certainly help our case! Time to kick on now under our new ownership ↗️
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The NWCFL ⚽️
5 months
In the First Division North, there have been two reprieves Garstang Nelson
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
✍🏼⚽️ Ryan Cattermole signs for Nelson The ex @ClitheroeFC and @Hurstgreenfc midfielder joins the admirals for 21/22 season. Welcome to the club, Ryan! @R_LeeCat
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
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Nelson’s new No1! Ex Clitheroe, Mossley & Rammy keeper Chris Thompson. Excellent shot stopper & all round top keeper. Arron said “I’ve worked with him in the past; he’s a top, top keeper. I’d just like to thank Jordan Gidley for last season and wish him all the best”
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
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JAMIE EDWARDS JOINS NELSON FC The club are delighted to announce the signing of the 27 year old attacking midfielder for the 24/25 season 🙌🏽 Arron said “massive signing for us is Jamie! Energy, quality and will chip in with plenty of goals”
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
The club is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former chairman Albert Barnes. Albert was a regular on a match day at Victoria Park and will be missed by all at the club. Rest in peace, Albert.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
9 months
A NEW ERA BEGINS AT NELSON FC …. We are delighted to announce two new local owners of Nelson FC Statement below ⬇️ ⬇️ Interview to follow this week …. @nwcfl @NonLeaguePaper @BurnleyExpress @BBCLancsSport
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
We’ve come to the ground tonight to find that we’ve had a visitor who has decided to graffiti the side of our clubhouse! Under normal circumstances it would have annoyed us but this is what they left… 😍
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 months
Further ground updates….. So over 50% of concrete is poured and looking brilliant ⬇️⬇️ We have also added the inserts for the new 120 advertisement boards, amazingly we only have a few sponsor board spaces left to fill so please DM us if you would like a board!!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
Congratulations to @charlielloydy who has rocked up 100 appearances for the admirals by the age of 21. Fantastic achievement, Charlie well done 👏🏼
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 months
Ground looking amazing for tonight’s visitors ⁦ @buryfcofficial ⁩ see you tonight gates open at 6pm for beer and food 🍔🍺🍺🍺😎⚽️⚽️🕺🏼
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
Today is the Day 100years since we became the 1st English side to beat Real Madrid on Spanish soil. Join @BBCLancashire at 9:15am to hear our manager @dazthornton01 discuss how we tried to arrange a rematch to celebrate this huge Nelson Fc victory 💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 months
Buzzer is a Blue! We are pleased to announce the signing of versatile defender Jack Burrows. Arron said ‘Buzzer is another quality signing for us, his work rate is on another level and gives 110% everytime he steps on the pitch!
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@Nelsonfc1
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🎙️🔥⚽️ Nelson FC is buzzing with excitement to announce our latest signing: Max Cane from Bamber Bridge!🚀 Max is renowned for his blistering pace and exceptional goal-scoring prowess in the North West Counties League. We're thrilled to welcome him to the squad!🔵⚪️⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
FULL TIME: #TheAdmirals 2-0 @Official_HOBAFC IT’S OFFICIAL! WE ARE PLAYOFF BOUND 🎉
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
✍🏼⚽️ Brad Ditch signs for Nelson 🤝 We’re delighted to announce that Brad has signed for the upcoming season from Clitheroe. We beat off competition from a whole host of clubs so we are delighted to get this one over the line. Welcome to the club, Brad!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 months
Todays ground update 🙌🏽🙌🏽 Much needed work on the pitch has started! Both goal mouths have been levelled, the soil taken out has been used to Level the warm up area. 150tonne of sand has gone down, seeded, verti drained & shockwaved on both the main pitch and warm up area.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 months
You may of noticed something different on your entry to Little Wembley this evening. Our new stand at the top end of the ground is now in place, as the ground continues to be revamped before the season starts! 🙌🏻 #UpTheAdmirals
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
SIGNING: We welcome (back) @FaganDaniel to Nelson Football Club from @barlickfc . To sponsor Fagan, DM us or email: nelson @3DJD .co.uk A big thanks to Barnoldswick for a smooth transfer.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
Joe Garvin signs for Nelson! ✍🏼🔵⚽️ The former @StockportCounty , @StalyCelticFC and @Colne_FC man puts pen to paper with the Admirals for the 2019/20 season. Welcome to the club, @19garv89 !
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
Sincere condolences to all of Sam Jones’ family, friends, teammates and everyone else connected with @WTFC1946 at this terribly sad time. RIP Sam 🙏🏼
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
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Darren Holden joins Nelson FC! The Admirals are thrilled to sign the left-sided player from Mossley FC. Ex-Hartlepool & Clitheroe, Darren brings pace, energy and quality delivery down the left. Arron said, "I’ve worked with Darren; his impact on a team is ridiculous!”
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 months
Whilst we still hold our breath to hear the outcome of which league we will be playing in next season, the work continues on the ground! Below the foundations for the new clubhouse/terrace have been dugout, 3/4 sides concreted, more updates to follow!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
Our September Player of the Month….. Brad Ditch ( @brad_ditch ) 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 🔵⚽️🔵
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
2022/23 SEASON SIGNING: We are please to announce the signing of @ashbrierley for the upcoming season. Ash rejoins The Admirals from Barnoldswick Town. Ash is available to sponsor, DM us or email: nelson @3DJD .co.uk for info. #WelcomeHomeAsh
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
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Whilst the 2023/24 season is over and we wait to hear which league we will be competing in next year the improvements on the pitch & ground have started! We will be sharing our progress over the coming weeks!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
6 years
✍🏼 Next up... @FaganDaniel Welcome to Nelson Danny! #admirals
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
Before todays game we remember former player, Jamie Wynne with a minute’s applause and You’ll Never Walk Alone. RIP Jamie. #YNWA 💙❤️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 months
Ryan Bolton is a Blue! Nelson fc are delighted to announce the signing of technical midfielder Ryan Bolton from Colne. Arron said ‘Delighted to be back working with Ryan again, he’s the complete player and a real asset to our football club, someone who can easily play NPL
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
**NEW SIGNING ALERT** Nelson FC would like to welcome Jack Little to the team 💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 months
Another 3️⃣ to add to the tally for @charliefrostt11 🙌🏻 #UpTheAdmirals
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
PLAYER OF THE MONTH: Our player of the month for November is….. our number one, @jackdlittle1 ! Congratulations Jack.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
We can confirm that Daniel Fagan has today left the club with immediate affect. We thank him for all his efforts during his time with us, and wish him all the best for the future. All the best, Fags 🏔
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@Nelsonfc1
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🎙️⚽️Local lad Ben signs forms with the club, Ben has played 20mins of football in 800+ days after a horrific injury for Clitheroe. He goes into this evenings squad. Manager Arron said ‘If we can help Ben get back to anywhere near the levels he’s capable of he will make a big
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
🤲🏼 🇺🇸 GOOD LUCK to our Goalkeeper @BenParkinson22 who this week departs for a scholarship out in America. Thank you for your hard work, dedication and most of all horrendous banter over the past 12 months. Great kid with a bright future. All the best from everyone at Nelson 💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
Today’s Man of the Match is Captain Daniel Fagan after a solid performance at the back.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
SIGNING: Nelson FC are proud to announce that Harrison Hull has signed for the first team from the Nelson FC U16s. Great to see the pathway for the U16s is really developing and we thank both managers for their efforts with this.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
7 years
BREAKING NEWS - Pleased to announce 18 year old Ex Accrington Stanley GK Jack Little has joined the Admirals. Article to follow shortly
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
The lad can strike a free kick! Pin point! 👏🏻 🎯 @DylanAllanmere1
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
✍️ NEW SIGNING ✍️ We are delighted to welcome @r_lyndon to The Admirals. #WelcomeReece #UpTheAdmirals
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
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Introducing signing Number 1. Midfielder Matty Russell joins us for the 2023/24 season. He will be sponsored by David and Lillian Wells. Welcome, @mattyrussell10 #UpTheAdmirals
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
Your Nelson FC squad 2021/22 😍
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@Nelsonfc1
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3 years
SIGNING: Delighted to announce that @Maccasmith8 has signed for #TheAdmirals from @ilkleytown . #WelcomeMacca
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
The club are saddened to hear that former player @GeorgeMelling5 has been diagnosed with MND. We will be announcing plans later on for how we will help raise money for George’s family and MND research. We’re with you every step of the way, George!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
Big thanks to all @OfficialBuryAFC and good luck for the rest of the season. 🔵⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
9 months
NEWS: @ArronRipley appointed 1st Team Manager. More below…
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
We’re sad to hear about the passing of ‘Big G’ George Melling. Our deepest condolences and thoughts go out to his family. 💙 Rest in Peace 💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
Congratulations to former player @harvey_macadam who last night made his @EFL debut for @ftfc We’re all very proud of you, Harv! ⚽️💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
Although it wasn’t at the Bernabeu… we were the first to beat them on their turf! @itvfootball @realmadriden
@itvfootball
ITV Football
2 years
Chelsea face a huge task to beat Real Madrid in the Bernabéu this evening 🤞 Can you name the three English clubs who've won in the Spanish capital? 🤔🇪🇸
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⚽️✍🏼 Cameron Lancaster resigns for the Admirals... Cam returns to the club for the upcoming season, and will be no stranger to Nelson fans having had a couple of spells previously. A top defender who adds strength and quality to the squad. Welcome back, Cam! @Cammylancaster5
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@Nelsonfc1
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7 years
Delighted to announce Ash Brierley has rejoined Nelson FC after agreeing a deal today to return to Little Wembley from Padiham FC. #HesBack ��
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
The hard work continues through lockdown at Little Wembley by our fantastic volunteers in preparation for the start of the @nwcfl season #newera #newnelson
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
7 years
Breaking News - Delighted to announce the Admirals have signed Chris Turner from Padiham. Welcome back to Little Wembley @christurner16 ⚽🔥
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
We are delighted to announce the re-signing of Alex Grice. A massive thanks to @barlickfc for your help getting this done. 🔵⚽️🔵
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@Nelsonfc1
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6 years
Club of the month for December. Well done @AndyHarrison90 and the lads on a fantastic month of results ⚽️👏🏼
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
A big thanks to @OfficialBuryAFC for their hospitality this evening.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
Happy birthday 🥳 to the man mountain himself Mr @FaganDaniel Hope you’ve had a great day from all at Nelson 💙
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
We are delighted to welcome @ASFCofficial U23 tonight to Little Wembley. The Marquee Bar will be serving beer & hot drinks only there will be NO hot food. Gates open 6.30pm entry £5 concessions £3 we are allowed 300 spectators Please follow our covid guidlines once inside
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 months
Full time 2-0 to Nelson. 3 wins from 3. Up the admirals 🙌🙌
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
6 years
Quality from the lads today... @charlielloydy giving it some to cap off a good day for the blues.
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 months
Ahead of tomorrow’s 24/25 NWCFL season kicking off we have a couple of signings to announce 😍 Starting with William Ludlow-Foster. Central midfielder who’s been a long standing Rossendale FC player and also had a spell at Padiham. Wilba is straight into tomorrows squad!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
6 years
A big congratulations to our skipper @ashbrierley on making 100 appearances for the Admirals... here’s to 100 more, skip! Oh, and a happy birthday as well 🎂
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
7weeks until the first home friendly and look at our pitch already 😍
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
Here’s @Sam_Langford6 91st minute winner from last nights encounter!!! Safe to say the camera man got a little excited 😂
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
Our volunteers are working hard into the evening #newnelson
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
It’s finally happened…. With @charlielloydy and @Sam_lloydy10 starting today and @lloydiejake and @Lloydiekit coming on as substitutes…. We had all 4 Lloyd brothers on the field at the same time. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 This has to be a record surely? @SkySportsStatto ?
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 months
Get in lads, great second half…. 4 wins from 4 ⚽️⚽️⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
Welcome back to Nelson Wizz Nolan 👏🏼 Wizz previously played for Nelson under Mark Fell as a young teenager and has most recently spent time at @Hurstgreenfc where he was been ever present. Looking forward to seeing you back in blue @wizznolan
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
Congratulations to Club Legend and former player @sharpy_7 and his wife Jade, on the safe arrival of baby Florence 💜 Love from all at the club x
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
How many times does the @SeahamRedStar Manager say the F word 🙈🤷‍♂️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
6 years
And finally, the Skipper signs back on with the Admiras. Welcome back Ash Brierley ✍🏼⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
A min applause in memory of former chairman Albert Barnes 💙 #COYB
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
6 years
Jake Lloyd has gone down on the far side with sunburn #gingerproblems
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
3 years
Cam Lancaster ( @Cammylancaster5 ) leaves the Admirals and heads off to pastures new on the continent. We want to thank Cam for everything he’s given to the club over the years and we wish him all the best for the future. #AdmiralFamily 🔵⚽️🔵
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
7 years
Finally we are delighted to welcome @JoeRodriguez9 to Nelson Football Club. Quotes from all 3 players as well as @APN1987 to follow! ⚽️⚽️⚽️
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
Final score was Nelson 1 - 1 @ASFCofficial Jack foster with the equaliser and MOM performance...
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
2 years
Here’s a better angle of the @jackolt13 free kick from the weekend 😮‍💨
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
5 years
Teal Amos signs for Nelson 🔵✍🏼⚽️ @Tealamos11 joins us from @barlickfc and goes straight into the squad for Saturdays game. Welcome to the Admirals, Teal!
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
Unreal scenes in the 96th minute as Oli Hodgson is fed by Harry hull, cuts inside and curls the winner into the far top corner Chadderton 1-2 Nelson #upthenelly #hesoneofourown
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
4 years
☀️Thats another job ticked off the to do list, the outside entrance wall now looking alot better, the inside wall will just have to do for now as we’ve run out of paint and time. #newnelson
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
7 years
Well done Tom Keelings ,goal on his debut and sponsors man of the match.Too young to give a bottle of win to so we've gave it to his mum! 🖒
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
9 months
NEWS: Jordan Scott returns to Nelson. More below…
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@Nelsonfc1
Nelson FC
1 year
We would like to welcome Mesam Ali to Nelson fc, Mesam is our new sports nutritionist for the 23/24 season. Welcome Mesam 💙
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