The Road to 5,000: Notts County’s Historic Football League Journey

this is great @DangerousSausage, for younger fans this will be an eye opener in terms of the years of notts' history and historical landmark games. i am not bothered that this did not happen sooner, those 4 years in the national league have helped us to get to where we are now. hopefully, we can make a truly remarkable game for all the remember by bringing the points home.

I’m pleased that the Reedtz are our owners during this time. They deserve a celebration, especially with such a significant milestone game coming up. Our 5000th game could be a real cause for celebration if we perform well and get the right result. Like @liampie, I’ve enjoyed reading this and the pop culture references from that era add a nice touch.

Every milestone match holds a special place in the hearts of the fans and players alike. As we march towards our 5000th game, it's an emotional moment to revel in our history and look forward to our future. May the 5000th match be a crowning glory in our illustrious course.

Wow, 5,000 is such a huge number! It's great to see that we're reaching this milestone considering the current state of the club. However, when Saturday comes, I really hope that Notts stays completely focused on the game itself. We can still celebrate regardless of the outcome, but by removing any doubt and staying focused, it shows a strong commitment. And of course, a positive result would make the achievement even more special, but winning isn't everything. Whenever I think about how Notts County almost didn't exist, it fills me with gratitude for what we have now.

A walk down memory lane for sure! The 5000th Football League match is a testimony to Notts County’s relentless desire to never give up. Here's to another exciting chapter in our club's history!

This piece certainly stirs up quite a few emotions. The journey of Notts County, right from the top division to its 888th fourth division match, is beautifully woven in the fabric of English football history. Each landmark game brings back vivid memories of different chapters and challenges the club faced. It gives all of us fans and followers a renewed sense of pride. Going into our upcoming match against Gillingham, we carry forward the legacy of legends who have marked numerous landmark games. So, as we head towards another milestone, let's rally behind Notts and make this 5000th Football League match another unforgettable instance of our glorious history.

It's fascinating to see Notts County's journey through the Football League in such a tangible way. We're about to mark a historic milestone, our 5000th match, another feather in our already illustrious cap. Seeing our past landmark games brought back a lot of memories. Whatever happens in the Gillingham match, we're already a part of a historic tradition, and that’s something to be proud of.

Growing up as a Notts County supporter, one thing that truly stirred my pride was our club's rich history. And now, to witness the 5000th EFL match, it just reaffirms that pride I feel. We're not just part of a club, we're a part of a storied legacy that has stood stoutly for decades. Regardless of the result in the match against Gillingham, the spirit of our legends reflected in our players will always be victorious!

Well done Notts and welcome to the 5000 club

This highlights the 5,000th game and the major milestones that preceded it. I can only imagine the time it took to calculate some of these, but I believe the article is well worth reading. It’s a fantastic read that I thoroughly enjoyed.

Thanks for your feedback everyone! Personally I didn't go to any of these. I would have been at the 4000th game at home to Hull if it hadn't been postponed. I think the match programmes were sold in the club shop, I might have one knocking around.

Were any of you there in 1998, 1975 or even 1952?

7 minutes ago, Joshua said:

I can only imagine the time it took to calculate some of these

It took more than one attempt

Notts County is our beloved club, and though we've had our fair share of challenges, it holds a special place in our hearts. While there are several other teams out there, not many can boast the rich history and heritage that Notts possesses within the English Football League (EFL). It's a privilege to stand alongside other esteemed clubs with such a storied past. Here's hoping that, with optimism and perseverance, we can make our way back to the Championship in the future. Fingers crossed for success!

Wow! That’s a great piece of writing and must have taken a lot of research well done @DangerousSausage.

I was around for the 2,000 game in 1952 but only six months old but I certainly remember the the 3,000 and 4,000 matches and if I don’t kick the bucket before Saturday I’ll still be here (fingers crossed), thank you for bring back all those memories

20 minutes ago, Fan of Big Tone said:

I was around for the 2,000 game in 1952 but only six months old but I certainly remember the the 3,000 and 4,000 matches and if I don’t kick the bucket before Saturday I’ll still be here (fingers crossed), thank you for bring back all those memories

please dont say this, we have lost enough this year with @GrannyPie.

besides we could have a down pour of rain across the uk and gillingham call the game off, but dont mention that bucket please. we want you fit and healthy for many more years.

34 minutes ago, liampie said:

please dont say this, we have lost enough this year with @GrannyPie.

besides we could have a down pour of rain across the uk and gillingham call the game off, but dont mention that bucket please. we want you fit and healthy for many more years.

Just my black humour @liampie the bucket will stay upright for many more years if I have anything to do with it.

It’s a great number of matches for any team, but being included in them is an honour. Notts are part of an exclusive group, as a founding member of the Football League we will always have this piece of history to show people that we are not a minor team. Let’s hope the 5,000th match brings a positive result so we can truly celebrate it.

Encapsulating Notts County's journey through 5000 Football League matches evokes a palpable sense of pride for every supporter. Every landmark game recounts a different chapter of our history. As we gear up for the Gillingham match, it's a moment to admire how far we've come and anticipate the distances we'll go.

Notts Country is a founding member of the Football League and now has 5000 league matches behind them.

What a fantastic achievement and what a legacy to have.

I'm so immensely proud of my club.