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Accrington Stanley Vs AFC Wimbledon

Matchday 22 Revisited After the disappointment of the previous game (Game 41 Cambridge Vs Bolton) being postponed only 8 minutes into the game, we were looking forward to finally seeing a football match, and this was the 2nd attempt of finally seeing Accrington Stanley at the Wham Stadium. Our previous visit on December 5, 2023, ended in the game vs.

16 February 2024 2 Comments

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Cambridge United Vs Bolton Wanderers – Postponed

Matchday 41 ended up being postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. We drove through torrential rain, constantly checking for updates during the 3-hour drive, but received no news. Upon our arrival near the stadium, we opted to park in a nearby housing estate. The walk took about 10 minutes in horrendous weather, with pavements filled with water, leaving our coats

16 February 2024 No Comments

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Norwich City Vs Coventry City

Matchday 40 started off with a very early morning (0100) check of the trains to ensure all was ok. To unfortunately find out one of our trains was cancelled coming home, I could not take the chance of being stick in Norwich should other trains get cancelled or struggle to get on due to the volume of away fans heading

5 February 2024 2 Comments

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Manchester City Vs Burnley

Matchday 39 started with picking Liam up from school and a 30-minute drive to Wolverhampton Train Station. We boarded a direct CrossCountry Train to Manchester Piccadilly, with the hope of wearing my Liverpool shirt for good luck hidden beneath layers due to a simultaneous Liverpool match.

2 February 2024 No Comments

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Wycombe Wanderers Vs Fleetwood Town

Matchday 38 kicked off with Grandad Steve behind the wheel, affording me the luxury of enjoying the journey. While traffic occasionally slowed us down, particularly along the M40, it didnt significantly impact our travel time, and we reached Wycombe in just under 2 hours. Securing free parking at a nearby business, thanks to the gracious permission of one of the

28 January 2024 No Comments

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Leeds United Vs Norwich City

Matchday 37 unfolded with the rush to pick up Liam from school, followed by a brisk journey up the M6. Despite anticipating a three hour travel time, we were pleasantly surprised by manageable traffic, arriving in Leeds with a solid hour before the game. Approaching Elland Road a Football Parking sign near Ultimate Fitness 4 U caught my attention, promising

25 January 2024 No Comments

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Brentford Vs Nottingham Forest

Matchday 36 unfolded with a unique blend of football, friendship, and unexpected challenges. The day kicked off in Bristol, where a music concert the night before set the stage for the football adventure ahead. My sister and her boyfriend, on their way to Taunton, graciously facilitated Liams journey down to Bristol. From Bristol Temple Meads, we embarked on a train

22 January 2024 No Comments

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Sutton United Vs Barrow

Matchday 35, meticulously planned three months in advance, unfolded as a delightful Christmas surprise for Liam.
I extend my profound gratitude to the Sutton United staff, with special commendations to Phil, Sam, and, notably, Ryan. Their collective efforts made this matchday an unparalleled experience, leaving an indelible mark on both Liam and me.

14 January 2024 2 Comments

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FA Cup Triple Header

The three-match London escapade marked a significant chapter in the ongoing 92 Football League grounds quest, weaving a tale of unpredictability, camaraderie, and vibrant football culture. As we embarked on this ambitious triple-header, the journey unfolded with its highs and lows, encapsulating the essence of football fandom.

The decision to seize the opportunity presented by the FA Cup’s third-round draw

9 January 2024 No Comments

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Preston North End Vs Sheffield Wednesday

Matchday 31 turned out to be a last-minute change of plans. Initially, our intention was to visit Vale Park for the Port Vale vs. Blackpool game. However, due to a shift in my work schedule and Liam being off from school, we decided to venture further afield, saving Port Vale for another evening as its only an hour away from

30 December 2023 No Comments

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Sheffield United Vs Luton Town

Matchday 30 unfolded as a special Boxing Day excursion back to Sheffield, this time witnessing the clash between Sheffield United and Luton Town. I secured tickets a couple of weeks prior, a stroke of luck as the match surprisingly entered General Sale. My initial attempts to purchase tickets through Sheffield Uniteds unhelpful loyalty points system in September proved futile. After

26 December 2023 No Comments

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Tranmere Rovers Vs Swindon Town

Matchday 29 was a journey back to Merseyside, but this time it was a visit to Birkenhead to watch Tranmere Rovers. Another match where Grandad Steve had joined us, and also Steve was the designated driver, enabling me to watch the Liverpool Vs Arsenal match while we travelled back home after the game – so thank you Steve.

23 December 2023 No Comments

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Stockport County Vs Notts County

Matchday 28 marked a venture to Greater Manchester, where we witnessed a clash between Stockport County and Notts County at Edgeley Park—a historic team predating our beloved Liverpool FC. Facing the challenges of festive travel, I opted for a strategic 10-mile drive to Wolverhampton, parking near the station and boarding a CrossCountry Train directly to Stockport. Despite concerns about weather-induced

22 December 2023 2 Comments

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Tottenham Hotspur Women’s Vs Arsenal Women’s

Matchday 27 unfolded as another excursion to London, constituting the fourth game within a six-day span. This particular outing held special significance—it was the North London Derby featuring Tottenham Hotspur Womens against Arsenal Womens, marking our first Derby encounter of the 92. Notably, it was also our fourth time witnessing Arsenal Womens in action. The uniqueness of this match was

16 December 2023 No Comments

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Cardiff City Vs Birmingham City

Matchday 26 led us to the heart of Wales, the capital city of Cardiff, a place with personal significance as my childhood hometown. Knowing it was an evening kick-off, a recurring theme in this challenge, we set off immediately after picking up Liam from school, a routine becoming quite familiar. The journey was smooth until we encountered heavy traffic on

13 December 2023 No Comments

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Rotherham United Vs West Bromwich Albion

Matchday 25 presented yet another challenging traffic ordeal, requiring over 3 hours to reach Rotherham. The weather conditions added to the difficulty, with heavy wind and rain making the journey even more demanding. To compound matters, a missed turn off on the motorway led to an additional trip on the M6 toll, incurring an extra £5.60 to the overall cost

12 December 2023 No Comments

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Arsenal Women’s vs Chelsea Women’s

Matchday 24 stood out as the pinnacle among the 92 stadiums—an unforgettable visit to The Emirates Stadium in London. The anticipation for this game soared when, 24 hours before, Arsenal announced on social media that an astounding 58,000 tickets had already been sold for a womens football match—an unprecedented occurrence.

10 December 2023 2 Comments

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Wigan Athletic Vs Stockport County

Matchday 23 marked our inaugural venture into hospitality, a promise made to Liam at the beginning of this challenge to experience at least one stadium per year with this added perk. On a whim, we enquired about the possibility of having hospitality at Wigan, and with the assistance of Lisa from Wigan, this was promptly arranged. I must express my

6 December 2023 No Comments

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