On Friday, 19th May 2023 |
Ashton and Staff Very Focused Fri 19th May 2023 15:02
CEO Mark Ashton says he and his staff are very focused as the club goes into a summer preparing for life in the Championship both from an on-field and off-field perspective. |
Peralta Back at Portman Road Fri 19th May 2023 14:04
Former Blues loanee Sixto Peralta was back at Portman Road today for the first time since his spell in the 2001/02 season. |
[Podcast] Blue Monday - New Podcast Now Online Fri 19th May 2023 07:41
A new podcast from the Blue Monday team is now available. |
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On Thursday, 19th May 2022 |
Town Apply For Planning Permission For Playford Road Camera Towers Thu 19th May 2022 12:22
Town have applied for planning permission for three additional camera towers at their Playford Road training ground. |
Baggott Ruled Out of Indonesia U23s Thu 19th May 2022 10:17
Blues centre-half Elkan Baggott won’t now be joining up with the Indonesia U23s squad at the SEA Games in Vietnam. |
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On Wednesday, 19th May 2021 |
Supporters Club Welcomes Revised Season Ticket Compensation Wed 19th May 2021 16:08
The official Supporters Club has welcomed Town’s decision to offer increased compensation to season ticket holders following complaints from a number of fans regarding their initial plans. |
Season Ticket Holders to Get Full Refund Over Three Years Wed 19th May 2021 14:30
Town have revised their 2020/21 season ticket refund plans with all fans now set to receive an additional £231 in TeamCard points over the next three years. |
Gills Linked With Judge Wed 19th May 2021 09:38
Gillingham are reported to have joined Colchester United in showing interest in released Blues midfielder Alan Judge. |
Twenty Years Ago Today Town Went to Derby Chasing the Champions League Wed 19th May 2021 06:00
Twenty years ago today Town went to Pride Park, Derby with a chance of making the Champions League. Dan Botten is writing a book about the Blues’ 2000/01 season and looks back at that memorable first campaign back in the Premier League with some of those who played starring roles. |
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On Tuesday, 19th May 2020 |
Lambert: It's an Absolute Disgrace Tue 19th May 2020 23:54
Blues boss Paul Lambert has doubled down on his criticism of the EFL for a lack of leadership, branding the current indecision regarding the future of League One “an absolute disgrace”. The Town manager added that he doesn’t expect the campaign to resume and gives short shrift the extended play-off proposal. |
My Best Town XI: Bryan Hamilton Part Two Tue 19th May 2020 14:33
In part 34 of the series, Kieron Dyer catches up with Bryan Hamilton, who selects the best XI from his spells as a Town coach under George Burley in the late 1990s and early 2000s before Dyer runs the rule over his team. |
My Best Town XI: Bryan Hamilton Part One Tue 19th May 2020 14:31
In part 33 of the series, Kieron Dyer catches up with former Blues midfielder and coach Bryan Hamilton, who selects the best XI from his spell as a Town player before Dyer evaluates his selection. Bryan has also selected an XI from his spells as a coach with the Blues. |
Posh Co-Owner: Extended Play-Off Solution Gaining Legs With Top 10 Owners Tue 19th May 2020 12:25
Peterborough co-owner Stewart Thompson says the extended play-off suggestion made by Posh chairman Darragh MacAnthony is “gaining legs” with the “top 10” owners of League One clubs. This scenario could potentially see the Blues involved if based on current league position rather than a points per game scenario. |
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On Friday, 19th May 2017 |
Benyu in Zimbabwe Squad Fri 19th May 2017 17:38
Midfielder Kundai Benyu has been named in the Zimbabwe squad for their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Liberia next month, his first international call-up. |
Bru Facing Motoring Charges Fri 19th May 2017 17:16
Town midfielder Kevin Bru is facing a series of motoring charges, including speeding on three occasions on the A12 and A14. |
Colchester Friendly Date Set Fri 19th May 2017 12:18
Town have confirmed that the annual friendly against Colchester United at the Weston Homes Community Stadium will take place on Tuesday 25th July (KO 7.30pm). |
Academy Striker Folami Nominated for Goal of the Month Fri 19th May 2017 10:43
Academy striker Ben Folami’s strike for the U18s in March’s 3-2 defeat at Sheffield Wednesday has been nominated in the League Football Education’s Goal of the Month competition. |
Hold a Boots2Africa Donation Event at Your Grassroots Club Fri 19th May 2017 10:22
Boots2Africa is encouraging grassroots clubs to hold football boot donation events at their end-of-season awards days. |
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On Thursday, 19th May 2016 |
Milne: There Are a Few Things Going On Thu 19th May 2016 21:14
Town MD Ian Milne hinted that the Blues might be close to making their first addition - or additions - of the summer when TWTD interviewed him on Wednesday. |
Town Close to Landing Portsmouth's Webster With Clarke Set to Join Pompey Thu 19th May 2016 17:49
TWTD understands Town are close to landing Portsmouth central defender Adam Webster in a deal which would see Matt Clarke, who has spent the season on loan at Fratton Park, move in the opposite direction. |
Bru in Mauritius Squad Thu 19th May 2016 16:39
Town midfielder Kevin Bru has been named in the Mauritius squad for their 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ghana next month. |
Town XI at Hadleigh in Pre-Season Thu 19th May 2016 12:26
Hadleigh United have announced a pre-season friendly against a Town XI at their Millfield ground on Saturday 23rd July (KO TBC). |
The TWTD Questionnaire 2015/16 Thu 19th May 2016 09:25
As the dust starts to settle on the 2015/16 season, it’s time for this year's TWTD Questionnaire, the chance for you to look back in judgement on Town's campaign. |
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On Tuesday, 19th May 2015 |
Season Tickets Back on Sale Tue 19th May 2015 16:26
Town season tickets for the 2015/16 season have gone back on sale. After the extended early bird deadline passed in April, sales were suspended until the Blues were certain which division they would be playing next season. |
Stewart Reportedly Wins Leeds Claim Tue 19th May 2015 15:45
Blues winger Cameron Stewart is reported to have won his compensation claim against his former loan club Leeds United. |
Win a Copy of Football Manager 2015 Tue 19th May 2015 12:23
Thanks to Cash Gen, we have a copy of Football Manager 2015 to give away to one lucky reader. |
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On Saturday, 19th May 2012 |
Lewis Set to Join Cardiff Sat 19th May 2012 23:51
Former Peterborough keeper Joe Lewis will sign a three-year deal with Cardiff City this week, according to reports in Wales. Last week, TWTD revealed that the Bluebirds were leading the chase for the free agent one-time Canary, who was also on Town's list of potential new keepers. |
Blues Amongst Clubs Eyeing Canaries Sat 19th May 2012 22:14
Town, Bristol City and Brighton are all understood to be interested in released Norwich striker Aaron Wilbraham, a player the Blues were eyeing in January. Canaries midfielder Andrew Crofts is also amongst Town’s potential summer targets, while the Blues are amongst a number of Championship clubs monitoring his out of contract team-mate David Fox. |
Leeds Faltering in Race for Ward Sat 19th May 2012 10:31
Leeds United’s failure to find the cash in order to sign Blues target Joe Ward is reported to be close scuppering the chances of the Whites landing the Portsmouth defender or midfielder. Neil Warnock’s club were believed to be heading the race having held talks with the 22-year-old soon after signing his former Pompey team-mate and close friend Jason Pearce. |
Life's a European Pitch Sat 19th May 2012 09:13
With the Champions League final between Chelsea and Bayern Munich taking place on Saturday evening, BBC Radio Suffolk’s Life’s a Pitch takes a look back at Town’s days in Europe (Saturday, midday to 2pm). Joining regulars Mark Murphy, Kevin Beattie and TWTD’s Phil Ham will be David Houseley, co-author of On a European Journey: With Ipswich Town in Europe 1962-2002, former Dribble! editor, Supporters Trust committee member and local councillor Alasdair Ross, Sky Sports main man Jeff Stelling and probably one or two other guests. |
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On Thursday, 19th May 2011 |
Town Amongst Clubs Linked With Tyson Thu 19th May 2011 23:58
Town, Derby County and Hull City are all reportedly interested in Nottingham Forest striker Nathan Tyson. The 29-year-old is out of contract this summer and has not been offered a new deal at the City Ground. |
Town in Europe Exhibition Thu 19th May 2011 20:40
An exhibition which celebrates the Blues’ exploits in Europe opens at the Town Hall Galleries on Saturday. Ipswich Town in Europe marks the 30th anniversary of the club’s 1981 UEFA Cup triumph. |
Eastman Joins Colchester Thu 19th May 2011 15:20
Defender Tom Eastman has joined Colchester United on a two-year deal having turned down a six-month contract with the Blues. Eastman, 19, will be reunited with his former Town academy coaches Tony Humes and Richard Hall at the Weston Homes Community Stadium. |
Kiwomya Targeting Manager's Job Thu 19th May 2011 12:37
Departing Town reserves coach Chris Kiwomya is looking to take on a manager’s job with his three-year spell in charge of the Blues’ second string at an end. Kiwomya is amongst those leaving the club this summer with manager Paul Jewell reshuffling his backroom staff. |
Haverhill in Pre-Season Thu 19th May 2011 11:50
Haverhill Rovers have announced a pre-season friendly against Town on Wednesday 13th July (KO 7.45pm). The Blues’ first team squad will be away in Holland that day so it’s likely to be a mixture of reserves and academy players which takes on the Ridgeons Premier League side. |
Town Linked With Belgian Midfielder Thu 19th May 2011 10:14
Town are targeting Belgian international midfielder Faris Haroun, according to reports in his home country. The 25-year-old is currently with Germinal Beerschot but the Antwerp-based top flight side are looking to offload some of their higher earners this summer. |
Wolves Linked With Sharp Move Thu 19th May 2011 09:29
Premier League Wolves are ready to make a move for Town target Billy Sharp, according to one of this morning’s tabloids. The 25-year-old Doncaster man is said to be on the Midlanders' summer wish-list regardless of whether they are relegated this weekend. |
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On Wednesday, 19th May 2010 |
Keane Says No to Pundit Roles Wed 19th May 2010 11:22
Town boss Roy Keane has turned down offers of TV punditry roles at the World Cup to concentrate on getting things right with the Blues. The Town manager revealed earlier in the month that he was weighing up whether to accept the roles. |
Brentford Waiting on Balkestein Wed 19th May 2010 09:47
Brentford manager Andy Scott says released Town central defender Pim Balkestein could join the Bees permanently if he is unable to find another Championship club. The Dutchman ended the season on loan at Griffin Park and has been told he will not be offered new terms at Town. |
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On Tuesday, 19th May 2009 |
Town Off to Cork for Friendly Tue 19th May 2009 21:33
The Blues will play a pre-season friendly with manager Roy Keane's hometown club Cork City. The date of the match is yet to be set, but it will be at some point during July. |
Supple Set to Stay With Town Tue 19th May 2009 16:28
Keeper Shane Supple says he is close to signing a new contract with the Blues. The Republic of Ireland U21 international was one of the 13 Town players out of contract at the end of the season and was one of the three to be offered new terms. |
Keane Keeping Eye on Trotter Tue 19th May 2009 12:28
Midfielder Liam Trotter has revealed that Town boss Roy Keane watched him in action on Friday as his loan club Scunthorpe overcame the MK Dons to reach Sunday's League One play-off final. Trotter is out of contract at the end of the season and is yet to hold talks with Keane regarding his future. |
Volz Enjoyed Spell With Town Tue 19th May 2009 11:51
Loan defender Moritz Volz says he enjoyed his spell with the Blues and wishes the club well for the future. Volz's time with Town was hampered by injury, with a groin problem particularly limiting his involvement in the second half of the season. |
Harding Could Join Reading Permanently Tue 19th May 2009 09:28
Reading director of football Nick Hammond says his club could offer Town full-back Dan Harding a permanent deal. The 25-year-old, who is out of contract at the end of June, impressed during a loan spell at the Madejski Stadium towards the end of the season. |
Robinson Signs for Rushden Tue 19th May 2009 08:59
Released left-back Kurt Robinson has joined former loan club Rushden and Diamonds on a permanent basis. The 19-year-old Town academy product spent the second half of the season at Nene Park and impressed manager Justin Edinburgh. |
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On Monday, 19th May 2008 |
Clarke and Ireland Draw Mon 19th May 2008 16:50
Town frontman Billy Clarke played the full 90 minutes as the Irish U21 side completed their Intercontinental Cup group games with a disappointing 0-0 draw with Iraq in Malaysia. |
McEveley Linked With Return Mon 19th May 2008 12:58
Derby defender Jay McEveley has been linked with a return to the Blues by one of this morning's Scottish newspapers. The 22-year-old former Town loanee is believed to be one of a number of players set to be shown the door by Paul Jewell over the summer. |
Clarke Set to Win 10th U21 Cap Mon 19th May 2008 12:39
Striker Billy Clarke has been named in the starting line-up for the Republic of Ireland's final game at the Intercontinental Cup in Malaysia this afternoon. The Irish, who have won one and lost one so far, take on Iraq. |
Legwinski Considering Retirement Mon 19th May 2008 09:31
Midfielder Sylvain Legwinski is considering retiring from football after being released by the Blues at the end of the season. The 34-year-old joined Town on a free transfer in the summer of 2006 and was the club's Player of the Year during his first season at Portman Road. |
Cheap Travel for Fans? Mon 19th May 2008 08:55
Town chief executive Derek Bowden has revealed that the club are in talks with National Express regarding cheaper rail travel for supporters. Rail services to and from Ipswich are now run under the National Express name having previously been known as One. |
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On Saturday, 19th May 2007 |
Pair Set for Pre-Season Sat 19th May 2007 13:30
Jason De Vos and Richard Naylor are both on target to be ready to start pre-season training with the rest of the squad on June 12th. De Vos recently underwent foot surgery, while Naylor has bruised his foot. |
Jeffers Bid Fails Sat 19th May 2007 12:24
Blackburn Rovers have revealed that they have turned down an offer from the Blues for striker Franny Jeffers. Rovers are willing to allow the former Everton and Arsenal frontman to leave, but only at the right price. |
Miller Keen on Return Sat 19th May 2007 09:07
Tommy Miller says he would welcome a return to Town. The midfielder has been linked with a third spell at Portman Road on several occasions recently, having been released by Sunderland boss Roy Keane. |
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On Friday, 19th May 2006 |
Clarke on as Sub Fri 19th May 2006 23:22
Striker Billy Clarke came on as a 60th minute sub as the Republic of Ireland U19s lost 3-2 to Slovakia on Friday afternoon. Keeper Shane Supple was left on the bench. |
Mogga on Town Approach Fri 19th May 2006 20:51
Hibs boss Tony Mowbray has commented on Town's interest in bringing him back to Portman Road as the successor to Joe Royle. Mowbray ruled himself out of the running earlier today. |
Parky Rebuff Confirmed Fri 19th May 2006 19:57
Colchester United have confirmed that they have refused Town and two other clubs permission to speak to their manager Phil Parkinson. The 38-year-old was amongst Town's preferred candidates to take over from the departing Joe Royle. |
Chairman on Mogga Fri 19th May 2006 13:39
Chairman David Sheepshanks has revealed Tony Mowbray's reasons for ruling himself out of the running for the job of Town manager. Hibernian released a statement at lunchtime which announced Mowbray's decision to remain at Easter Road. |
Mogga Rules Himself Out Fri 19th May 2006 12:34
Hibernian boss Tony Mowbray has ruled himself out of the running for the Portman Road manager's job. The SPL club have released a statement outlining the former Town skipper and coach's position. |
Davies Talking to Addicks Fri 19th May 2006 10:11
Preston have given manager Billy Davies permission to speak to Charlton Athletic. The Blues were interested in bringing the Scot to Portman Road but appear out of the running with Premiership clubs turning their attention towards the former Motherwell boss. |
Peters in U20 Action Fri 19th May 2006 02:34
Midfielder Jaime Peters is likely to be in the Canada U20 side taking on Brazil in a friendly in Edmonton later today. The winger, 19 earlier in the month, has already made 17 appearances at U20 level and has won 12 full caps as well as appearing in one game for the U23 side coached by former Blue Bruce Twamley. |
Irish Duo in Action Fri 19th May 2006 02:13
Shane Supple and Billy Clarke are likely to be in the Republic of Ireland side taking on hosts Slovakia in their first UEFA U19 Championship elite round qualifying group match this evening. |
Cap for Casement Fri 19th May 2006 02:01
Town defender Chris Casement won another cap as Northern Ireland defeated Serbia and Montenegro 4-1 in their UEFA U19 Championship elite round qualifying group game in Belgium on Thursday evening. |
Hibs: No Comment Fri 19th May 2006 01:37
Hibernian are refusing to comment on reports that they have acceded to Town's request to speak to their manager Tony Mowbray. Yesterday, the Blues asked to speak to the former Town skipper and coach with regard to the vacant manager's position at Portman Road. |
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On Thursday, 19th May 2005 |
Trio Want to Stay Thu 19th May 2005 15:54
Out-of-contract trio Fabian Wilnis, Tommy Miller and Shefki Kuqi have all said they are keen to extend their stays at Portman Road. Skipper Jim Magilton and Guinean international Drissa Diallo also see their current deals finish at the end of June. |
Pablo: I'll Take Pay-Cut Thu 19th May 2005 15:35
Spanish striker Pablo Couñago says he wants to remain with the Blues after his lucrative contract signed during Town's Premiership days is up at the end of June. Couñago, who has been out of favour for most of this season, says he is not concerned that he would have to take a massive pay-cut to remain at the club. |
Bowden: No Forced Sales Thu 19th May 2005 14:19
Chief Executive Derek Bowden says the Blues will not be forced into making sales over the summer, despite failing to reach the Premiership for the third year in succession. A number of Town players have already been linked with moves to the Premiership during the close season. |
Peters and Canada Lose Thu 19th May 2005 12:07
Winger Jaime Peters played the full 90 minutes for Canada's U20s as they were defeated 2-1 by the United States in Blaine, Minnesota. Peters, who turned 18 on May 4th, will officially sign for the Blues when he returns from Canada duties for pre-season training. |
Knights Signs Senior Deal Thu 19th May 2005 11:59
Academy striker Darryl Knights has signed a professional contract with the Blues. Knights, 17 earlier this week, was one of the key members of the FA Youth Cup-winning side. |
Davis on Season Thu 19th May 2005 11:53
Keeper Kelvin Davis says that Town's season has been better than expected, despite yet another defeat in the play-offs. Davis, who many are tipping to be a Premiership target this summer, finished second behind Shefki Kuqi in the Supporters' Club Player of the Year poll. |
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On Wednesday, 19th May 2004 |
Jamma Expects Exits Wed 19th May 2004 17:02
Town midfielder Jermaine Wright says he expects exits from Portman Road over the summer. The former Crewe man is one of a number of first-teamers whose deals are up at the end of June. |
Players Set to Learn Fate Wed 19th May 2004 12:54
Town's legion of out of contract players will learn their fate next week when they will meet with manager Joe Royle. |
Joe: We Had a Poor Night Wed 19th May 2004 01:12
Town manager Joe Royle conceded that West Ham had deserved to win the play-off second leg at Upton Park, his side having had an off night. |
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On Monday, 19th May 2003 |
Makin Denies Bank Row Mon 19th May 2003 23:34
Town defender Chris Makin has denied that a bank is taking him to court over £50,000 accidently paid into his account. A tabloid newspaper claimed at the weekend that Makin had refused to repay the sum. |
Scales in TV Drugs Probe Mon 19th May 2003 15:01
Former Town centre-half John Scales is presenting a programme looking at the use of drugs within European football this evening. Scales spent 2000/01 with the Blues but was injured for much of his spell at Portman Road. |
Scout Leaves Town Mon 19th May 2003 14:45
European scout Simon Hunt has been let go by cash-strapped Town. Sweden-based Hunt was the man behind the signings of Dane Thomas Gaardsøe and Spaniard Pablo Couñago, two of the stars of last season. |
No Swiss Role for Nabil Mon 19th May 2003 14:43
Free transferred Dutchman Nabil Abidallah has failed to impress Swiss side FC Thun in a trial. The former Ajax man was recently given a free transfer by Town. |
Three Months for Robinson Mon 19th May 2003 12:43
Young Town striker Matt Robinson has been given three months to prove himself next season. The Newmarket-born player missed much of the second half of 2002/03 with a broken leg. |
Matt Fancies Spurs Move Mon 19th May 2003 12:36
Town skipper Matt Holland says he would not turn down the chance to move to Spurs if an offer came in from Glenn Hoddle's club. Holland looks increasingly likely to exit Portman Road this summer with London clubs the favourites for his signature. |
Bowditch's England Lose Mon 19th May 2003 01:17
Town striker Dean Bowditch was in the England U17 side which ended the European Championships in fourth position. England lost 1-0 to Austria in the third/fourth place play-off game on Saturday afternoon, Daniel Pirker scoring the only goal. |
Sereni Wants Brescia Deal Mon 19th May 2003 00:35
Town keeper Matteo Sereni has told Italian newspapers that he wants to remain with loan club Brescia next season. The stopper has had a hugely impressive year back in Italy and is interesting a number of clubs aside from his current paymasters. |
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On Sunday, 19th May 2002 |
Holland Charlton Link Sun 19th May 2002 21:18
Matt Holland is being linked with a £4 million move to Charlton. The Town skipper is currently away with the Ireland squad in Saipan and missed today's training session with an ankle injury, although Mick McCarthy says he is not worried. |
Finidi Left Out Sun 19th May 2002 21:17
Town's Finidi George has been left out of the Nigeria squad for this summer's World Cup. The winger had hoped that he and former captain Sunday Oliseh would receive a late reprieve from new manager Adegboye Onigbinde, however neither is included in the 23 which is travelling to Japan. |
Bees Friendly Confirmed Sun 19th May 2002 10:11
Brentford have confirmed that they will meet Town in a pre-season friendly at Griffin Park on Wednesday July 31st (KO 7.45pm), as reported by TWTD on Friday. |
Robson to Swoop Soon? Sun 19th May 2002 09:49
Reports this weekend suggest former Town boss Bobby Robson may be ready to make to bring Titus Bramble to Newcastle before the end of the month. The latest figure mentioned as a fee is £5 million. |
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On Saturday, 19th May 2001 |
Derby 1 - 1 Town Sat 19th May 2001 18:22
Another last day of the season decider and again other sides failed to do Town a favour. As with Wolves and Blackburn on the last day of the last two seasons both Charlton and Leicester failed to take points from Liverpool and Leeds. Unlike on those occasions Town failed to fulfil their side of the bargain, only managing a draw with Derby. |
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On Friday, 19th May 2000 |
Further Ticket News Fri 19th May 2000 14:37
The Club have changed the method of general sale ticket purchasing. Because so many fans live some distance from Portman Road and in order to ensure the fair distribution all general sale tickets will be drawn from a barrel randomly from ticket applications made by post. There will be no in-person general ticket sales so if you want tickets and haven't got the requisite tickets, cards, friends in high places write to the Club (including a SAE, signed and dated cheque to Ipswich Town, and max ticket price) for a two per applicant before Wednesday, 12.00 noon. |
MP Accuses Referee as Charges to be Brought Agains Fri 19th May 2000 14:17
Labour Chief Whip, MP for Dewsbury and Bolton fan Ann Taylor has voiced her criticism of Wednesday's referee Barry Knight. |
More Wembley News Fri 19th May 2000 13:01
Town supporters will be at the tunnel end of Wembley for the play-off final, as they were in the 1978 Cup Final. They will also be wearing their home kit, just like also as when the cup was won after winning the toss. The empty seats very visible at Oakwell last night have prompted speculation that Barnsley might not sell their full allocation and that there may be more tickets available to Town before next week is out. This is only speculation at the moment and may be wide of the mark. |
Scowcroft Doubt Fri 19th May 2000 12:48
James Scowcroft is Town's main worry for Wembley after leaving the field with a hamstring injury on Wednesday. The injury is thought to be one that may linger long enough to keep him out of the game. Martijn Reuser is his likely replacement. On a more cheering not John McGreal has started light training and may ba available for selection. Sean Friars has also restarted training after injury. |
Ticket Details Fri 19th May 2000 12:45
As usual with Town the allocation of the 33,800 tickets the Blues have been allocated is hugely complicated. But here goes. There is a varying range of prices: £20.00, £24.00, £27.00, £30.00, £35.00, £38.00, £40.00, £45.00, £55.00 and £60.00. The main Ticket Office will be open from 9 to 4 from Saturday 'til Wednesday. Priority is organised thus (deep breath)... |
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