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Mark Yeates has confirmed that he wants to stay on at Notts County past the end of the season and admits several other out-of-contract players do too. The former Blackpool winger signed for the Magpies in January on a short-term deal which expires in the summer, alongside those of the majority of the players. Yeates, who will face his former club on Saturday, says he gets on really well with manager Kevin Nolan and would sign a contract if it were put in front of him. "The gaffer

Former Notts County boss Martin Allen motivated his players ahead of a derby against Nottingham Forest by walking half-naked into the River Trent at five in the morning. The story is another of the anecdotes featured in the book One Flew Over the Magpie's Nest, written by lifelong Magpies fan Paul Mace and containing stories from former players, managers, directors and fans. Following Monday's revelation of Roberto Mancini almost taking the reins at Meadow Lane, it was revealed on Tues

Grimsby Town manager Paul Hurst has ruled out a move to Notts County by pledging his future to the Blundell Park outfit. The 41-year-old was second-favourite among the bookies to take on the reins at Meadow Lane behind ex-Magpies boss Martin Allen. Following Hurst's criticism of some Mariners supporters after their National League play-off final win over Forest Green Rovers, it was thought that he would be departing Humberside sooner rather than later. The latest development, howe

Barnet manager Martin Allen has joined Notts County boss Mark Cooper in criticising the Magpies players following their 3-1 loss at The Hive. Cooper's side led 1-0 at half time through Jon Stead's penalty, but the Bees struck three unanswered goals in the second half to clinch all three points. "You could probably say there was six or seven from our strongest team not playing and we managed to come out with a 3-1 victory," said Allen, who was in charge at Meadow Lane from 2011 to 2012.

Notts County head coach Martin Paterson praised his players’ reaction after they came from behind to record their first away win of the season at Tranmere Rovers. The Magpies had to respond after falling behind at Prenton Park, but goals from Matthew Dennis and Kellan Gordon secured a 2-1 victory. Paterson kept faith with the same starting eleven that drew 2-2 with Bromley, with striker Alassana Jatta making a return on the bench following injury and suspension. Paterson admitted that the home s

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

Notts County head coach Martin Paterson praised his side’s resilience and winning mentality after a narrow 1-0 victory over Fleetwood Town extended their unbeaten run to four games. The Magpies, missing winger Jodi Jones through international duty with Malta, relied on a decisive moment between their strike partnership. Alassana Jatta’s well-timed assist set up Matthew Dennis to score the only goal of the game at Meadow Lane. Reflecting on the performance, Paterson admitted that his side had not

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

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

Notts County head coach Martin Paterson believes his side’s growing resilience will be tested again this weekend when they face League Two leaders Gillingham. The Magpies head into the fixture on the back of consecutive league victories against Tranmere Rovers and Fleetwood Town, results that have lifted spirits and given Paterson the platform to build momentum. Paterson was quick to acknowledge the impact of striker Matthew Dennis, who was recently named League Two Player of the Month for Augus

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

Notts County returned to winning ways as Jonathan Forte's brace sealed a 2-1 victory over League Two promotion rivals Coventry City at Meadow Lane. Pride of Nottingham-sponsored Forte broke the deadlock when he glanced in Jorge Grant's corner in the 60th minute. Coventry equalised in the 85th minute as substitute Jordan Ponticelli deceived goalkeeper Adam Collin with a deft flick into the back of the net. However, the Magpies responded immediately when Forte got a touch on Shola A

Notts County dismayed and delighted in equal measure on Saturday by beating Newport County 4-3 in their League Two clash at Meadow Lane. The Exiles struck twice in the opening 10 minutes through  Mark Byrne and Alex Rodman, but the Magpies were level by the break through Liam Noble and Izale McLeod. The former Crawley man powered a diving header into the opposition net in midway through the first half to put Notts ahead, but Newport levell

Notts County came so close to claiming a first league victory against Mansfield Town since 2005 but ultimately fell just short as the opposition scored a late penalty in what ended as a 1-1 draw.. The big League Two derby, which kicked off at 1pm, saw the Magpies take the lead midway through the first half at a snowy Meadow Lane. Terry Hawkridge was the man who scored the opener, a scrappy goal bundled home from close range after Conrad Logan had palmed Shola Ameobi's header back out i

Notts lead Wycombe twice, yet stumbled after going down to 10 men. Notts took an early lead though Jon Stead's timely placed penalty after Adam Campbell was fouled by Aaron Pierre. The Magpies midfielder Liam Noble then saw red (his a second red card of the season) after clashing with Luke O'Nien and, soon after, Michael Harriman headed the home side level. Adam Campbell then capitalized from a low cross from Rob Milsom but Aaron Amadi-Holloway's looping header meant Notts

Notts County have, to the indifference of many, been knocked out of the EFL Trophy following Tuesday night's 2-1 defeat at Lincoln City. The hosts were brighter in the opening exchanges of the Group G encounter at Sincil Bank, but the Magpies' first opportunity of the game led to the opener. Liam Walker spotted Jonathan Forte into space and threaded a neat through-ball into the path of the striker, who bore down on goal, rounded goalkeeper Josh Vickers, and slotted into the unguarded n

Notts County's season continues to go from bad to worse as Forest Green Rovers enjoyed a comfortable 3-1 win over the 10-man Magpies at Meadow Lane on Saturday. With Kevin Nolan no longer at the helm, Richard Thomas also let go, and Steve Chettle at a wedding, the reins were taken by goalkeeping coach Mark Thomas and academy boss Jon Goodman. Though Harry Kewell was in attendance, his first game will not be until midweek, while his first media duties will be taken on Monday. On th

With Notts County's youth team having slipped to fourth position in the league after a 3-1 defeat away at Oldham in their last game, a win was required to regain their place amongst the pacesetters.   Still without their first choice keeper after he broke a finger, Notts began the match into the breeze on a very hard and bobbly pitch.   As early as the very first minute Notts fell behind when a cross was headed goalwards by a Rotherham striker.  It was going ju

Notts County's youth team travelled to Lincoln on Saturday to play their Imps counterparts at the Priory City Lincoln Academy. As a venue name it's decent enough, but it cannot compare with the venue for the last two visits which were at Lincoln United's Sun Hat Villas Stadium - that's what you call a stadium name. Notts began the game with an unchanged team after their 2-1 win over Scunthorpe and facing into a strong breeze. The Magpies were dealt an early blow when centre-back R

A cracking game in prospect with the Notts Youth team in 7th place taking on local rivals Burton Albion who were 8th. Notts were five points behind the leaders but with a game in hand - so a win was needed to keep up with the league leaders. Back in August Burton had won the first meeting between the teams 2-0 so Notts were looking to avenge that defeat. Although cold it was a lovely sunny morning at Arnold FC's ground with Burton Albion's first team manager, Nigel Clough, in attendance.

Notts were without Luther Wildin and Yohan Rutty-Smith and faced a tough game on a cold and breezy morning at Grimsby Town's training ground. The team was reorganised slightly and in came Jake Payling at left-back and Alex Howes on the left side of midfield. The game settled down to be an even contest with both sides going close on occasions. On 24 minutes Notts fell behind when a loose pass was intercepted and fired home from about 20 yards by the Grimsby striker.

The 'Top of the Table' young Magpies travelled to Lincoln this morning to take on a Lincoln City side who were 'breathing down their necks' being only a single point behind them in the table. The game was played at Lincoln United's Ashby Avenue ground in a strong wind with an uneven playing surface. Notts were without their usual two wide players through injury and illness and this affected their attacking play.  As always, they battled hard, but they struggled to get the