We can confirm that Sunday’s scheduled Women’s pre-season friendly at Hartsdown Park against Crayford Arrows has been cancelled after the away side were forced to withdraw from the fixture. Despite the cancellation, the Margate Women’s First Team and Development Squad will still be in action at Hartsdown Park, with a training session taking place at … Read more
Margate were narrowly defeated 3-2 by Corinthian on Tuesday evening in an entertaining pre-season clash at Corinthian Sports Club. Manager Ben Greenhalgh had a fully fit squad at his disposal and named a strong starting XI for the encounter. The Blues made a lively start, with Ibrahim Olutade breaking down the left early on, only … Read more
Margate continue their preparations for the 2025/26 season this evening as we make the trip to SCEFL Premier Division side Corinthian for our fifth pre-season fixture. The Blues head into the game full of confidence following Saturday’s impressive 5-0 victory over Isthmian North Division outfit Concord Rangers. Supporters will be hoping for another strong performance … Read more
By David Hansen Margate returned to Hartsdown Park for their fourth pre-season warm-up game as they faced Isthmian North Division side Concord Rangers. A dominant performance saw the ‘Gate run out 5-0 winners. Preceding Kick-off the weather was playing havoc, with heavy rainfall as well as strong thunder over Hartsdown Park as supporters rushed for … Read more
Margate U23’s continued their pre-season campaign on Friday night, falling to a 3-1 defeat against Hythe Town at Hartsdown Park. The visitors took the lead in the 26th minute with a well-struck effort from outside the area that found its way past the Margate goalkeeper. The Blues responded well and found an equaliser just seven … Read more
Margate return to Hartsdown Park on Saturday as they welcome Isthmian North Division side Concord Rangers for their fourth pre-season fixture of the 2025/26 campaign. Following the release of the new Isthmian South East Division fixtures on Thursday, the ‘Gate now know they will open their league season at home against newly promoted Jersey Bulls … Read more
Margate fell to a narrow 2-1 defeat in their latest pre-season outing, edged out by a stunning Joe Healy volley in the 88th minute as hosts Whitstable Town claimed victory at the Primcura Healthcare Stadium on Tuesday evening. Manager Ben Greenhalgh made several changes to his starting line-up, handing Tom Wray a recall in goal, … Read more
Margate make the short trip across Kent on Tuesday evening as they take on Whitstable Town in their latest pre-season fixture at the Primcura Healthcare Stadium. Following Saturday’s encouraging 3-1 victory over Newmarket Town – courtesy of goals from Ibrahim Olutade, Ben Greenhalgh, and Tom Derry – the ‘Gate will be looking to build momentum … Read more
Margate U23’s produced a strong showing on their first outing of the 2025/26 season as they beat Canterbury City 5-1 at Hartsdown Park on Friday night. The young ‘Gate side trailed 1-0 at half-time, but a blistering 25 minute spell in the second half saw them net five times to begin their pre-season schedule in … Read more
Margate are back in action this weekend as they make the long journey to Suffolk for their second pre-season fixture of the 2025/26 campaign. The clash forms part of a squad bonding weekend for the players and management, as preparations continue to ramp up ahead of the new season. Saturday’s hosts are Newmarket Town—nicknamed The … Read more
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