First Team

Players, Season 2026-27

Connor Patterson

Con is an ambitious and forward-thinking manager, recognised for his leadership, organisation, and commitment to player development. Now leading Shifnal Town FC, he previously managed Shawbury United and his Sunday league side TSS. Patterson enjoyed a standout achievement last season, guiding Shifnal Town to promotion from the Midland Football League Premier Division, underlining his ability to build a successful & competitive team.

Andy Wycherley

An experienced and commanding goalkeeper, Andy brings leadership, composure and excellent shot-stopping ability to the Shifnal Town back line. Comfortable with the ball at his feet and vocal in organising his defence, he has previously represented The New Saints, Newtown AFC and Walsall Wood before arriving at The Acoustafoam Stadium. His experience at higher levels of the game makes him a key figure in the dressing room as well as between the posts.

Jay Owen

Jay is a young promising goalkeeper signed from FC Nations as our number 2, he has impressed in training and is eager to learn. He provides backup for the number one shirt and will be looking to impress in his first season at step 4.

Archie Elsdon

A talented young defender capable of playing across the back line, Archie is comfortable in possession and enjoys getting forward to support attacks. After gaining valuable senior experience on loan at Market Drayton Town, he has continued his development into an exciting prospect with plenty of potential.

Jake Bennett

Jake is a strong and reliable defender with great experience, signed from Mickleover he combines physicality with composure on the ball. Equally comfortable at centre-back or full-back, his work ethic and determination make him a dependable member of the squad.

Jack Rowley

Vice-captain Jack is a dependable central defender entering another season with the club. A former captain of AFC Wulfrunians, he leads by example with his commitment, organisation and no-nonsense defending. Strong in the air and composed in possession, Jack has become a cornerstone of the Shifnal defence.

Sam Whittall

A commanding centre-half with an excellent aerial presence, Sam adds strength, leadership and experience to the back line. Prior to joining Shifnal Town he featured for AFC Telford United and Rushall Olympic, bringing valuable experience from higher levels of non-league football.

Ryan Pryce

Ryan is an experienced defender who was at Cardiff and TNS. He combines athleticism with a strong reading of the game. Comfortable playing in a number of defensive positions, he offers consistency and reliability whenever called upon.

Louis Bradford

Louis is a composed central defender who enjoys a physical battle. Strong in one-on-one situations and aerially, he has quickly established himself as an exciting addition to the squad.

Ben O’Hanlon

Ben is an energetic full-back whose pace and attacking instincts make him a constant threat down the flank. A wealth of experience at league and non-league level he will be a huge addition this season. Equally committed defensively, he brings balance, intensity and quality delivery from wide areas.

Zac Hartley

A hardworking and determined defender, Zac combines strength with a competitive mentality. A solid full back, he continues to develop while providing valuable depth to the squad.

George Handley

George is a young promising defender who came through TNS academy. He has excellent positional awareness and a calm approach in possession. He will spend the season on loan at Market Drayton at step 6 to gain valuable mens first team football.

Lewis Jarman

A product of the Shrewsbury Town Academy, Lewis has become one of Shifnal Town’s most dependable players. Comfortable in both defence and midfield, his versatility, work rate and football intelligence make him invaluable to the team.

Kyle Bennett

Club captain Kyle brings a wealth of professional experience, having made over 350 Football League appearances with Doncaster Rovers, Bury, Portsmouth and Bristol Rovers after progressing through the Wolverhampton Wanderers academy. His quality on the ball, leadership and winning mentality continue to inspire those around him.

Oliver Finney

Oliver is a creative midfielder who thrives on linking play and creating opportunities in the final third. An ex-professional at Crewe Alexandra and Hartlepool he brings a wealth of experience with over 100 appearances in the football league. Possessing excellent vision and technical ability, he can unlock defences with a single pass.

Olly Shaw

An outstanding technically gifted central midfielder with a huge future, at only 18 years old Oily has already shown his ability and we are looking forward to seeing what he can do in a Shifnal shirt.

Essa Faburay

A dynamic and powerful midfielder, Essa brings energy and athleticism to the centre of the pitch. Comfortable carrying the ball through midfield and breaking up opposition attacks, his all-action style makes him an exciting addition to the squad.

Jack Hodnett

Hoddy is a creative midfielder who can play wide or in the 10. Excellent technical quality, Hoddy came through the Wolves academy and played Premier league U23 football so brings great experience and we are looking forward to seeing him flourish this season.

Rasaq Alamu

Raz is an exciting wide player blessed with pace, flair and direct running. Comfortable taking on defenders in one-versus-one situations, he provides creativity and unpredictability in the final third.

Cian Fenlon

A technically gifted attacking midfielder, Cian Fenlon is a product of the Aston Villa Academy. Comfortable operating as a No.10 or from either wide position, Cian makes the step up a few levels and we are excited to see what he can add.

Andre Landell

Dre is a powerful forward whose pace and strength make him a constant danger to opposition defences. Whether leading the line or linking up play he is a proven striker at this level and is a massive addition to Shifnal this season. Expect goals and assists galore this season.

Chay Tilt

Chay is an exceptional attacker with excellent movement and a natural eye for goal. His relentless work rate, intelligent pressing and clinical finishing will make him a popular figure among the Shifnal supporters. Amongst the leagues top scorers last season before making the move to the Acoustafoam we can’t wait to see him in action.

Shaquille Whittingham

Shaq returns for another season after a good first season last year. He has experience with several clubs across the National League system. A quick, skilful and versatile forward, he can play anywhere across the front line and offers pace, creativity and goals in equal measure. Watch out for him on Monday nights in the baller league.

Zeli Ismail

One of the most technically gifted players in the squad, Zeli brings a wealth of professional experience after beginning his career with Wolverhampton Wanderers and featuring for clubs including Burton Albion, Mansfield Town, Bradford City, Kidderminster Harriers and Walsall. Blessed with outstanding dribbling ability and creativity, he has the quality to change a game in an instant.

Northern Premier League 2026 – 2027

Shifnal Town FC - Official FB️ Updated their status. 14 hours ago

The players, staff and volunteers coach for tomorrow’s match at Vauxhall Motors will leave the Acoustafoam Stadium at 5pm.

Shifnal Town FC - Official FB️ 14 hours ago

The players, staff and volunteers coach for tomorrow’s match at Vauxhall Motors will leave the Acoustafoam Stadium at 5pm.

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Shifnal Town FC - Official FB️ 19 hours ago

Up the Shif 🔴⚪️

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Next up ⬇️
Tuesday 6th October - 7:45 kick off.
Away to Vauxhall Motors.
Rivacre Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH66 1NJ

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Next up ⬇️ Tuesday 6th October - 7:45 kick off. Away to Vauxhall Motors. Rivacre Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH66 1NJ

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Congratulations to Chris Richards’ u18s team who recorded a brilliant win this afternoon on the road 👏
Kwasi ⚽️⚽️
Whyte ⚽️⚽️
Richardson ⚽️
Churm ⚽️
OG ⚽️

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Congratulations to Chris Richards’ u18s team who recorded a brilliant win this afternoon on the road 👏 Kwasi ⚽️⚽️ Whyte ⚽️⚽️ Richardson ⚽️ Churm ⚽️ OG ⚽️

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Following the sudden departure of Manager Connor Patterson last night, we would like to advertise for the vacant position of First Team Manager. Please can any interested applicants please contact Chairman, Mike Tranter, on 07785373082

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Following the sudden departure of Manager Connor Patterson last night, we would like to advertise for the vacant position of First Team Manager. Please can any interested applicants please contact Chairman, Mike Tranter, on 07785373082

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Shifnal substitute… OFF - Jarman ON - Landell

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Great save from Blight to keep the score at 2-0

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Shifnal players out there giving their all still. Two good opportunities for us denied by Breck

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🟨 Shaw

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Home side miss a sitter.

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Great save to deny Rasaq from close range

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2-0 to the home side on the stroke of half time. A low finish into the bottom corner.

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Shifnal substitute. OFF - Pritchard ON - Ismail

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1-0 to the home side. Shifnal wasting a throw deep in their own half and their number 10 smashes home.

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Still 0-0. Both teams battling it out in midfield.

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First shot on goal of the match for the home side goes looping over the bar.

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Let’s goooo

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Not long to go now…

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Today’s team to face Lower Breck ⬇️

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On your way to a game today? Have a listen to, or watch, the latest episode of the Shifnal Town and Shropshire Football Podcast.
📺
https://youtu.be/5dW6BM_pj1k
🎧
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3M940uJFKMnQEIgkiRz5Ty?

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On your way to a game today? Have a listen to, or watch, the latest episode of the Shifnal Town and Shropshire Football Podcast. 📺 https://youtu.be/5dW6BM_pj1k 🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3M940uJFKMnQEIgkiRz5Ty?

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📍🚐
Anfield Sports Community Centre
Breckside Park
Lower Breck Road
Liverpool
L6 0AG

Today’s coach (available to players, coaching staff and volunteers only) for the away trip to Lower Breck will leave the car park at The Acoustafoam Stadium at 10:30am.

Shifnal Town FC - Official FB️ 3 days ago

📍🚐 Anfield Sports Community Centre Breckside Park Lower Breck Road Liverpool L6 0AG Today’s coach (available to players, coaching staff and volunteers only) for the away trip to Lower Breck will leave the car park at The Acoustafoam Stadium at 10:30am.

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Tomorrow’s coach (available to players, coaching staff and volunteers only) for the away trip to Lower Breck will leave the car park at The Acoustafoam Stadium at 10:30am.

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Tomorrow’s coach (available to players, coaching staff and volunteers only) for the away trip to Lower Breck will leave the car park at The Acoustafoam Stadium at 10:30am.

🎙️Here is the link to the audio version of last night’s podcast 🎧

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🎙️Here is the link to the audio version of last night’s podcast 🎧

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The latest episode of the Shifnal Town and Shropshire Football Podcast is available to watch on YouTube 📺

http://youtu.be

Episode 9 - A quiet week?!

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The match report from Tuesday night’s win at Congleton Town written by our Match Day Secretary Matt Drew ✍️

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The match report from Tuesday night’s win at Congleton Town written by our Match Day Secretary Matt Drew ✍️

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Anfield Sports Community Centre
Breckside Park
Lower Breck Road
Liverpool
L6 0AG

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📍🚐 Anfield Sports Community Centre Breckside Park Lower Breck Road Liverpool L6 0AG

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A busy month ahead ⬇️👀

A first win at Congleton Town for Shifnal Town. Up the Shif! 🔴⚪️

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A first win at Congleton Town for Shifnal Town. Up the Shif! 🔴⚪️

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Shifnal Town FC - Official FB️ 6 days ago

Kyyylllleeeee Bennnnnettttttt ⚽️ lovely finish 2-1 to Shifnal!!

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Shifnal Town FC - Official FB️ 6 days ago

Shifnal substitute… OFF - Tilt ON - Whittingham

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Shifnal substitute… OFF - Jarman ON - Finney

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Shot from Landell saved well by the keeper after some nice build up play.

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🟨 Jarman

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Shifnal substitute… OFF: Pritchard and Ismail ON: Hodnett and Rasaq

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Congleton building the pressure

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Equaliser for Congleton. Wycherley spills the catch and it’s a tap in. 1-1

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Congleton goal disallowed for offside

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Second half kicks off at 20:51

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Good save from Wycherley denies the home side an equaliser 🧤

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1-0 to Shifnal Town!!! The Welsh Messi strikes….Craig Pritchard 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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Both teams struggling to find any moments of quality. Lots of stray passes and heavy first touches. 0-0 it stays.

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A strong wind is settling in and both teams are struggling to get a grasp of the game.

Players, Season 2026-27

Connor Patterson

Andy Wycherley

Jay Owen

Archie Elsdon

Jake Bennett

Jack Rowley

Sam Whittall

Ryan Pryce

Louis Bradford

Ben O’Hanlon

Zac Hartley

George Handley

Lewis Jarman

Kyle Bennett

Oliver Finney

Olly Shaw

Essa Faburay

Jack Hodnett

Rasaq Alamu

Cian Fenlon

Andre Landell

Chay Tilt

Shaquille Whittingham

Zeli Ismail

Northern Premier League 2026 – 2027

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