Ealandians FC members of the
@officialYAL
. 1st Team - Supreme Division, Reserves - Division One 3rds - Division Four - Halifax District Cup Champions 2017/18 🏆
🚨 DONE DEAL ✍️
We are thrilled to finally announce the signing of Ben Burnett from
@golcarunited
'Sippy' is a local hero at his former club and it has taken lots of persuasion to get this one over the line. He adds even more quality to an ever improving squad
#nosippynoparty
We are thrilled to announce the signing of
@dan_stocker_11
from
@golcarunited
. The pull of Cruzcampo on tap proves too much to turn down! Another huge signing for the club, bringing leadership and quality to the field as we look to build for the new season. Welcome aboard skip!
Last night saw the final game for club legend
@el_rattty
who hangs up his boots for good 🥲. The former first team player/manager who led the club to great success will still be around behind the scenes. Thanks for everything Wayne, a fantastic career
#Feedtheratandhewillscore
And finally the big one..Our New first team manager...Ex Harrogate Railway, Liversedge, & Brighouse Town player Simon Wood takes control alongside
@chappy160879
managing first team affairs. UEFA B qualified and years of playing experience, Woody is the ideal choice this season
3 of our young footballers have been invited to a trial for the
@OfficialYAL
U21 rep squad tomorrow evening at County Headquarters, good luck to all our representatives
#UTE
#THEFUTURESBRIGHT
"October Player of the Month" 3rd Team award goes to newcomer Oliver Sharpe. Started season as left back but has since been transformed into a winger and has been a revelation with 2 goals in his last 2 games. Well done Oliver.
1st team progress at expense of Sherburn White Rose, goals from
@machinesippy
,
@olliemcewan
& OG
2nds also through after 3-1 win v
@WORTLEY_FC_OA
, Substitute Dawtrey, Rothery and OG sealing progress
3rds slip another narrow defeat, 2 goals from
@94Olij
not enough in 3-2 loss
"October Player of the Month" for the 2nd Team goes to
@MKruthven
, scorer of 4 goals in October and 2 assists on top. Leads the line well in every game he plays and started to convert his Sunday form to Saturdays!
"October Player of The Month" 1st Team award goes to fullback
@GeorgeGill_98
A first goal of the season last weekend, combined with all action performances in every game. Gets better every week and a thoroughly deserved winner.
Stage 1 of Our safety barriers development completed ✅️
Thanks to the volunteers who helped out, we won't win any awards for construction but not a bad effort.
#UTE
Our Reserves gave a superb account of themselves against a strong
@BerryBrowAFC
Reserves falling to a narrow 1-0 defeat. A game in which we more then matched our opponents , who also showed why they have been unbeaten for so long. A great run out for both sides
#UTE
The Firsts progress to the semi-finals of the halifax FA Cup, knocking out holders
@huddsamateurs
in a deserved 1-0 win. Veteran and Ex Amateurs man
@Legohead_9
, with an early strike making the difference. A great team performance after last weeks setback.
#UTE
2nds earned a credible draw against
@middletonparkfc
on a difficult surface
It was a day to remember for
@JackSmithuk91
who bagged a brace after an 8 week absence to earn a point
Special mention to
@JamesWood_03
who was outstanding as man of the Match
Big Win for the 1sts against
@Bfdutdphoenix
to stop the poor run of results. A header from
@machinesippy
gave us the lead before the hosts looked to have grabbed a point with a worldie. Late drama as
@Ciemc1001
bundled home a late winner from
@JackAinley3
assist
#UTE
2nds Win local derby v
@huddsamateurs
Res 3-1
@MKruthven
opened the scoring before Amateurs levelled. With the game seemingly heading for a draw, a highly controversial Will Gommersal strike & late Sam Dawtrey header sealed a massive 3 points
#UTE
#DERBYDAYWINNERS
1st won 6-0 v
@StColumbas_AFC
with well organised and deserved win in the semi finals of the Halifax District Cup.
@MBiShayStadium
here we come. Credit to Columbus battled for the full game and put a credit to themselves. Good luck and congratulations on promotion.
#UTE
⚽️
1sts progress against Calder in Halifax FA Cup by 5-2
@Ciemc1001
opened the scoring after 40 seconds.. followed by a 2nd from
@LBarrowcliff
Second half strikes from
@andyhud911
and a brace from Substitute Harrison Keegan completed the scoring
3rds lose out by the odd goal in seven in a fiesty game against
@farnleysportsfc
Angry scenes as Farnley players insist on parking there caravans pitch side much to the anger of some Ealandians players
Goalkeeper Tommy Thornton the hero as Ealandians knock out Supreme high flyers
@WORTLEY_FC_OA
4-3 on Penalties
The game finished goalless after 90 minutes before Thorntons heroics
@andyhud911
@Ciemc1001
@GeorgeGill_98
& Greg Porter all scored their pens in the shootout
#UTE
2nds in humdinger of a cup tie with
@officialsaltsfc
eventually winning 6-5 on pens after the game ended 4-4
Goals from.
@MKruthven
2, Ash Andrews and a late leveller from
@GRCharlesworth
took the tie to a shootout
@JamesWood_03
the hero with a save to see us through
#UTE
3rds have goalkeeper problems, so could turn to
@PaoloGW25
or
@RShirtliffe
to take up the task. Hopes will be pinned on
@LukeBulman10
to grab the goals.
New signing Cieran Broadbent is set for a debut, and Oli Long is back after a trial at Turkish side FC Transplantspor.
The 1sts win the local derby with a deserved 3-1 win over noisy neighbours
@GreetlandFC
. A right foot strike by
@machinesippy
had us ahead before the ref gave the hosts a 'ghost goal' to level. It mattered little as
@JacobDriver28
&
@Cal_Lewis_7
scored to bring home the points.
A first-half strike from
@machinesippy
was enough to see off a spirited
@Marsden__FC
as we got back to winning ways to move back into 2nd place in the table. After shading the first half the visitors piled on the pressure but some outstanding defending enabled a clean sheet
#UTE
It's Derby Day tomorrow as the First Team travel across the road to take on high flyers
@GreetlandFC
The hosts will fancy their chances after a 100% win record & 4G Home advantage, however Ealandians are also unbeaten and keen to lay down a marker
#UTE
#DERBYDAY
The Reserves bounced back from last weeks defeat with a hard fought 2-0 win over
@LeedsCity_FC
3rds to keep in touch at the top. Top scorer
@MKruthven
with both goals, which he dedicated to his fiancée Charlotte ahead of next weekends wedding ❤️ 🤵👰♂️
#UTE
1sts remain without Captain Greg Porter and he is joined by
@Hkeegan8
,
@Legohead_9
& Omayr Mirza as absentees
Manav Sandhu earns a welcome promotion, and
@AjHawkerJr
continues his comeback from a knee injury.
@olliemcewan
also makes a surprise return to fitness.
The Reserves fought back from two goals down to earn a deserved draw with league leaders
@RyburnUtdFC
Res. The visitors were full value for their lead before a diving Jack Smith header reduced the defecit. Evergreen forward
@el_rattty
levelled matters to conclude the scoring
#UTE
Great to see one of our young players make the step up to Semi-Pro level. A very talented young man who deserves an opportunity to play higher. This is what our clubs is all about, developing young talent for the next step, all the best Muhammed!
PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT - MUHAMMED LEVI
Welcome to the Wellie, MUHAMMED LEVI.
Muhammed has had a few cameo appearances already and is a bright prospect. Lightning quick and with good skills he’s one to watch for sure.
Muhammed is available for sponsorship.
#UpTheWellie
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Weekends dont get much tougher than this one..
1sts home to the unbeaten
@LUUMAFC
in the Prem
2nds also home to another unbeaten side in
@LeedsCity_FC
Res in The Champ
3rds face a trip to div 4 league leaders
@farnleysportsfc
It's why we play the game 👊
#UTE
First Team pick up vital 3 points in promotion race with hard earned 2-1 win over
@LHighlandersFC
Goals from a red hot
@LBarrowcliff
& Jamie 🌭 Arundle fired us into a 2 goal lead.
@Tom_t_2000
with a crucial penalty save before the hosts grabbed a late consolation
#UTE
#1CLUB
🚨New Signing Alert 🚨
We are delighted to welcome Marshall Getty to the club 🤝
The former Halifax Town, Brighouse Town & Steeton winger is an exciting addition to our already strong first team squad
He is likely to feature at the weekend against local rivals Greetland
2nd Team Squad v
@WORTLEY_FC_OA
in County Trophy
Back to almost full strength with
@charliator
(Away) the only regular absentee.
@marshal45737789
drops in from 1sts and Jamie Keegan also returns from a 4 week absence
The Team should be confident of progressing on current form.
To All Players, Management, Supporters, Sponsors & Followers, Ealandians wish you a very Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 🥳🍾 Have a fantastic break with family & friends!Eat, Drink & be Merry.
1sts in yet more cup action this weekend, The Halifax FA Cup v Calder 76
Tom Thornton is away so
@JamesWood_03
deputises in goal while
@machinesippy
&
@Legohead_9
miss out with injury
The good news is
@JackSmithuk91
returns after an 8 week absence to bolster the frontline
#UTE
2nd team climbs off the bottom of the table courtesy of a 3-1 win over Leeds Independent
A deft header from skipper
@What_Tom_says
and a screamer from
@JonnYNWA
followed by a first goal for the reserves for Will Gommersal had us well.ahead, Indy replied with a late strike.
The 3rds had a morale boosting win against
@stbedesoldboys
Res in a goal fest in the Hodgson Cup. Evergreen forward
@el_rattty
struck 4 times,
@OwenHeppenstal2
(2), Mike Drage and another veteran Mark Heppenstall added to the tally as Bedes were put to the sword 8-4
#UTE
1st team result in the
@OfficialYAL
Premier:
@MorleyTownAFC
0-1 Ealandians
And early goal from Ross Charlesworth enough to take all 3 points.
A lack of chances for either side really but we remained solid and got the win.
We are delighted to be asked to step in at short notice and pit our wits against a
@Liversedge_FC
XI tomorrow evening. It will be a great opportunity for our young players to play on a bigger stage and for our hosts to see some of their trialists in action. Kick off 7.30pm.
#UTE
@Cal_Lewis_7
was the star of the show with 6 (six) of the best as we blew away
@R1_Rovers
Res 9-0 to stay unbeaten.
@machinesippy
@sirchpkr
&
@Hkeegan8
added to the tally, but the accolades belong to Lewis who only was in devastating form this evening, we go again Saturday!
#UTE
The Top two in League 1 face off this weekend as we welcome
@RyburnUtdFC
Res to Elland CC.
It's the first of a double header in what should be a terrific contest between two form sides.
#UTE
First Team are in league action against
@WoodkirkValley
aiming to end 2022 on a high
@GeorgeGill_98
has been in imperious form all season and will be keen to inspire his team to victory.
2nd Team ease through to quarters with 7-3 win over
@FcTyersal
Veteran
@el_rattty
with a hat-trick, Ash Andrews (2),
@MKruthven
&
@charliator
with the goals
Game finely poised at 4-3 with 20 to play after the visitors fought back from 2 down to pull level until quality showed
Incoming ⬅️ Former Shelf FC , Royal Air Force FC & Thetford Town player
@Willparkin_8
joins the club to add some further quality to the midfield ranks. He's already shown his ability in several impressive pre season performances, welcome to the club!
Right..first things first..our retained lists for the 204/25 season..the core of last seasons squads remain with the exception of
@AjHawkerJr
@el_rattty
&
@MartinColdwell4
who have all retired and we wish them all the best for the future
The 1st team edged a difficult game against a much changed
@MorleyTownAFC
team, winning 3-2 to all but secure a 3rd placed finish barring a ten goal swing.
Scorers were
@AjHawkerJr
,
@Hkeegan8
& newly found goal machine Omayr Mirza!
Another terrific result 👏
#UTE
FT 1-2 Ealandians come away with the 3 points and go back to the top of the table. Outstanding second half performance nullifying Ryburn to half chances and seeing the hosts keeper deny them a third
#UTE
#SHOWUSTHEVEO
Incoming ⬅️ After a 3 year pursuit we are delighted to welcome Calum Lewis to the club. The former Fields & Shelf FC frontman has battled back from a horrendous leg break and will offer a goal scoring threat and a physical presence to the side
A perfect hat-trick from
@charliator
saw the 2nds record a fine 5-2 win against Gomersal 2nds. Our other scorers were
@AndrewHolden34
&
@JackAinley3
with a win that puts us into the top four positions
#UTE
THIS IS NOT A DRILL...The 2nd Team have Won 🙏...The evergreen Wayne 'Ratboy' Crossley with 2 and young midfield maestro Archie Nelson with an absolute humdinger cements a 3-2 win over Bradford Olympic in the Hancock Cup
#UTE
A well contested battle with
@BerryBrowAFC
sees us edge victory by 2-1..the hosts went ahead, but goals from
@LeeT116
&
@Cal_Lewis_7
turned the game around. Plenty changes and minutes in the legs for both sides, with some impressive debutants in our ranks.
#UTE
A fantastic battling performance from the 1sts, earning a well deserved point against a good
@UltimateFCA
. Captain Fantastic
@andyhud911
back in bagsman mode with a brace in a game of plenty of chances for both sides.
@Tom_t_2000
deserves a mention for some special saves.
#UTE
Results:
@OfficialYAL
Premier
Morley Town 1-2 Ealandians
Ealandians Res 1-2 Colton
Ealandians III 1-7 Shire Academics III
A mixed bag today, excellent result for the 1sts, but the 2nds and 3rds unfortunately losing their respective home games. On to next week....
#UTE
The Reserves face
@IdleFC
tonight in a huge relegation six-pointer
A win for either side could prove the difference between staying up or facing the dreaded drop. Manager
@Andystevens74
has a strong squad at his disposal and will hope his side do enough to get the win
#UTE
Massive games coming up next week
1st Away v ST Columbus, Semi Final HX Cup.
2nds Home v
@farsleyjuniors
. Need to keep winning to stand any of the league title or promotion.
3rds Away v
@upthemaggies
. 3 points will keep them in very good league position.
#UTE
! 🔵⚪️⚽️
🚨 New Signing
#2
🚨 ✍️...
Another fantastic addition to the club as we bring in
@SamHenderson07
from Shelf FC. The versatile defender has been outstanding in his pre-season appearances so far and will add quality and personality to an already strong looking squad
#UTE
Happy New Year 🎉 The first team are involved in a huge YAL Cup quarter final v supreme side
@FarsleyCelticJn
@AjHawkerJr
returns from injury to add to a strong looking squad 💪
What a game to kick off 2023 with Ealandians hoping to pull off another giant killing
#UTE
First Team avenge opening day defeat in same fixture last season with 3-2 victory over
@BeestonOfficial
. Debutant
@LeeT116
with a fine brace &
@LBarrowcliff
with the other. Ealandians made hard work of the result after leading 3-0 with 25 to play but crept over the line
#UTE
An eventful 2nd half saw the 1sts fight back from 3-1 down to snatch a draw against
@WORTLEY_FC_OA
. After a goalless first half
@Cal_Lewis_7
fired us ahead before a stunning turnaround had the visitors cruising. But two poachers strikes from top scorer
@Ciemc1001
earned a point
Our first season in the
@OfficialYAL
Supreme league starts tomorrow with a mouthwatering clash against local rivals
@GreetlandFC
. The game is being played at Lightcliffe Academy. Come along and support the boys as we aim to get off to a flying start
#UTE
#DERBYDAY
It's Derby weekend as we face local neighbours
@GreetlandFC
bidding to stay unbeaten. Captain
@andyhud911
is absent, but we welcome back
@kaylum_paine
&
@SamHenderson07
for his debut.
Always competitive games and we expect nothing less this time around.
All support welcome
#UTE
Claytan Smith was the hero with two superb saves as the 1sts progressed 4-3 on penalties against
@BerryBrowAFC
in the
@WestRidingFA
Cup. The game had ended 2-2 after 90 minutes with Brow grabbing a last-minute equaliser they fully deserved after dominating much of the tie.
It's that man again,
@andyhud911
, with a late winner as firsts squeeze last
@LeedsCity_FC
Reserves with a hard fought 1-0 win. The Elland "Sergio Ramos" just keeps on scoring, and the team keeps on picking up valuable wins to stay in touch at the business end
#UTE
The Reserves will be hoping to make it 3 wins from 4 but face a stern challenge from
@upthemaggies
YAML side. No fewer than 10(Ten) players are unavailable to
@Andystevens74
for the game which is not ideal preparation but gives a chance to those involved to stake a claim
#UTE
Another day, another draw for the 1sts! It was the least we deserved for tonights efforts against
@SpursOldBoys
in a fiercely competitive fixture. The hosts led against the run of play, but captain
@andyhud911
powered in a near post header to level and earn a share of the spoils
Tomorrow lunchtime, we have our annual Veterans game against local neighbours
@CollegiansFC1
. 12pm Kick off at Hammerstones Cycle Track, then back to Elland Community Sports Club for the FA Cup final and a few 🍻 Come along support the players, bring oxygen and first aid kits 👨🦳
Halifax FA Cup 1st round fixture throws together two local rivals in what should be a fantastic game
@huddsamateurs
Come along and enjoy the entertainment
The 2nds hope to shake off the disappointment of a late defeat last weekend when they face Gomersal Reserves. Jack Smith makes a long awaited return and
@JackAinley3
is set for a debut. Its a strong looking squad that should be looking for all three points
#UTE
The 2nds progress in the Shield with a solid 3-0 win against
@sculcoatesAm
Dev. A goal from Sam Dawtrey was all we had to show for a dominant first half. It was a tighter affair in the 2nd before a thunderbolt from
@MKruthven
& a poachers goal from
@el_rattty
sealed the win.
Our first 3 points of the season come after a hard earned win at
@UnitedStanley
. A double from
@Cal_Lewis_7
has us level before
@Ciemc1001
had us 3-2 up at the interval. Goals from
@Hkeegan8
& Lee Taylor in between a Stanley strike extended the advantage and saw out the victory.