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Notts County defender Rod McDonald has spoken about his frustration at the start of his time with the Magpies following his summer move from Harrogate Town. The experienced 32-year-old centre-back joined on a two-year deal but is yet to make a league appearance due to an injury that side-lined him for several weeks. McDonald, however, is set to make his league debut against AFC Wimbledon today and is eager to finally get on the pitch and help his new side push forward. Reflecting

Matty Platt, Notts County’s 27-year-old central defender, was thrilled after his side’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon at Meadow Lane. Not only did Platt’s header secure the win, but it also ended the club’s two-match winless streak at home, delivering both a crucial three points and a clean sheet. Speaking after the game, Platt expressed his joy at what he described as the perfect outcome. "Yes it is, it was a tough game to be fair today. I think Wimbledon came and made it

Notts County head coach Stuart Maynard lauded his side's determination after their hard-fought 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon at Meadow Lane. Despite admitting it wasn’t the most fluent of performances, Maynard emphasised the importance of securing the three points in a physically challenging game. The win came courtesy of Matty Platt’s header from a set-piece in the 67th minute, propelling Notts County to joint third in League Two. Maynard was quick to highlight the resilience an

Alex Bass is officially on his way out of Notts County and has made the switch to Peterborough United. This wraps up his brief but pretty impressive time at Meadow Lane. The 27-year-old goalkeeper is heading to the Sky Bet League One team for an undisclosed fee and has signed a three-year deal, with an option for an extra year. His exit from Notts County came as a surprise to both fans and management, especially since he just had a solid season, racking up 13 clean sheets in 44 appearances. He o

Martin Paterson is now the new head coach of Notts County. This change brings thrilling updates to the coaching staff, as Andy Edwards and Sam Slocombe join the team. Paterson, 38, transitioned from a distinguished playing career as a forward, earning 200 appearances across England’s top two divisions and 22 caps for Northern Ireland, to an emerging managerial talent with notable coaching stints both domestically and internationally. Recently, Paterson really stood out while he was with Burton A

Notts County head coach Stuart Maynard expressed mixed emotions following his side's hard-fought 1-1 draw away at Morecambe. Matty Platt’s late equaliser, set up by a sublime Sam Austin cross, salvaged a point for the Magpies in a match that began poorly for the visitors. Despite the draw, Maynard believes the result could have been different had Notts capitalised on key moments and avoided the early concession. Reflecting on the game, Maynard acknowledged the difficulty of fallin

Notts County’s Director of Football, Roberto Gagliardi, believes the club is heading in the right direction following a busy summer of change and recruitment at Meadow Lane. Since arriving in April, Gagliardi has worked closely with owners Chris and Alex Reedtz, helping to shape the squad and appoint new head coach Martin Paterson. Reflecting on his first few months in Nottingham, Gagliardi said: “I love it. I think life in Notts County is excellent. I love the city, the atmosphere. Everybody in

The home of Notts County, Meadow Lane, has undergone a transformation that promises to elevate the club to new heights. The stadium, steeped in history and tradition, has had its first full pitch reconstruction since the 1990s, a project that signifies the club's ambition and commitment to progress. Despite the commendable efforts of the ground staff, it has become increasingly evident that the pitch was in desperate need of a complete overhaul. The underlying drainage system and sub-soil b

Notts County's head coach Stuart Maynard praised his team's recent displays. He highlighted their solid defence and clinical attack as they chase promotion. The Magpies beat Morecambe 2-0 at Meadow Lane after a vital 2-1 away win against Gillingham. With eight victories from their last ten matches, Notts County are one of the division's form teams. Maynard feels their accomplishments stem from players returning from injuries and the squad's steadfast belief. “I think the squad inj

Martin Paterson insists that the hard work must continue as Notts County prepare for their League Two opener away at Newport County. The new head coach, who replaced Stuart Maynard following last season’s play-off semi-final defeat, spoke candidly ahead of his first competitive game in charge. While the atmosphere around the club has been buoyant, Paterson admitted his own focus remains firmly on preparation rather than emotion. “Yes, I think I'd be a liar if I get as excited as everybody else d

Kim Walster, or Kimbo as most people know her, was born on 21st June. She’s always been full of energy, stubborn in the best way, and completely dedicated to the things she loves. One of those things has always been Notts County. Over the years, she’s done everything from fundraising to painting the seats at Meadow Lane. Now she’s up against something way harder than any away game or team problem, cancer. After going through treatment in 2023, Kim had ten months where things looked hopeful. But

Martin Paterson insists there were plenty of encouraging signs despite his side falling to a 2-1 defeat in their opening pre-season tour friendly against SV Darmstadt 98 in Germany. The new Notts County head coach, who took over after Stuart Maynard’s departure in the wake of last season’s painful play-off semi-final loss, spoke candidly after his first game in charge, watched by over 200 travelling Magpie supporters. “Lots of positives. Things inside it that I'm looking at and going, yeah, real

Former Notts County defender Thierry Audel has completed his UEFA B License in football coaching. The French born player currently plays for Welling United in the National League South whilst under tutorship of Chris Fairclough, who played for Notts County during the 1998/99 season. He continues to work towards further establishing his new business venture Audelsports. It started in Leicester and has progressed and now extended to Nottingham.  He told PON exclusively; "I have been

Notts County has just locked in the signing of Oliver Norburn. The 32-year-old midfielder signed a one-year deal, and there is an option for another year if all goes well. Before this, he played at Blackpool. The Head of Football, Roberto Gagliardi, is really excited about this signing. He said "I’ve long admired Oliver’s talents, having attempted to bring him to Portsmouth back in 2021. His subsequent transfer to Peterborough in the Championship saw him consistently showcase his abilities, with

Notts County are looking to strike a positive note with fans by offering trials to two of the nation’s hottest musical talents, it has been reported. Jake Bugg, arguably the biggest artist to come out of Nottingham in years, is expected to arrive at Highfields later today to train with the first team, according to sources close to the club.   Meanwhile, One Direction singer Niall Horan is scheduled to visit the training ground tomorrow morning to sh

David McGoldrick has revealed that he snubbed higher leagues and higher wages to join Notts County, the club he supports and where he started his career. The striker, who scored 25 goals for Derby County last season, said he chose happiness over money and wanted to be part of the Magpies' project. McGoldrick, who joined Notts County on a two-year deal, said he had other offers from bigger clubs, but he felt Notts County was the right place for him. He said he was impressed by the direction

Since the establishment of the Pride of Nottingham online shop, Notts County fans have been able to get their hands on some exclusive prints. The PON Merch store boasts a wide array of different prints, from general Notts-theme artwork such as Magpies and Meadow Lane to players past and present. We have featured the likes of Notts legends like Jimmy Sirrel and Tommy Lawton to more recent players like Matt Tootle and Ross Fitzsimons, plus much more. Now, with several new PON prints

Notts County striker Macaulay Langstaff finds himself at the centre of intense transfer speculation, leaving fans anxious about his future at Meadow Lane. Championship side Millwall has submitted a bid for the prolific striker, while former Notts County head coach Luke Williams has also shown interest in bringing Langstaff to Swansea City. Millwall head coach Neil Harris has not held back in acknowledging Langstaff's prowess. Speaking to the South London Press, Harris stated, “I’m full

Notts County acquired the services of midfielder Ollie Norburn. He made the move from a superior division. This transfer holds significance for the club. The 31-year-old player has gained a bunch of experience from playing in the Championship and League One. Recently, he was on loan at Wigan Athletic from Blackpool. Despite the prospect of playing in League Two appearing as a regression, Norburn believed the opportunity was far too appealing to decline. Norburn, who's been keeping a close eye on

Martin Paterson is now the head coach of Notts County Football Club. This is a fresh start for the magpies. In his initial interview, Paterson said he was pleased to get the job. He mentioned the tough interview process and the chance to impress the club's owners, like Roberto. "It's never easy to get an appointment now, especially with the questions and the formats of interviews," he said. "So I was lucky enough to get the opportunity to interview and get in front of the owners, Roberto, and im

Martin Paterson says he is “delighted” to lead Notts County in his first competitive home game as head coach but stresses his focus is firmly on performance and preparation ahead of today’s 12:30pm kick-off against Salford City at Meadow Lane. The Magpies head into the fixture on the back of a 1-1 draw away at Newport County, where Jodi Jones’ penalty salvaged a point. While Paterson acknowledges the excitement of stepping out in front of the home crowd, he is keen to temper emotions with a prof

Notts County have announced that teenage forward Kion Etete has signed professional terms at Meadow Lane. The 17-year-old, who celebrated his birthday today, made his senior debut against Newcastle United’s Under 21s in October’s EFL Trophy game. Etete has since come off the bench in away games at Port Vale, Barnsley and Morecambe and is now looking forward to playing under new boss Neal Ardley. “Being around the first team has been a great experience for me and now I’m just going