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Notts County made an incredible comeback from two goals down to win 3-2 against Boreham Wood in the National League play-off. In the 38th minute, George Broadbent stunned the crowd with a goal, giving the visitors an unexpected lead. Just before half-time, Lee Ndlovu capitalised on some careless play by the home team and scored another goal, extending their advantage to a comfortable margin. Notts County scored a goal immediately after half-time when Aden Baldwin found himself in an open space 25 yards away from the goal. He let fly and fired past Joe McDonnell to make it 2-1. The Magpies had a chance to equalise from the spot after Ruben Rodrigues was brought down inside the area. He stepped up but saw his penalty kick palmed away by McDonnell as Boreham Wood hung onto their lead. After a persistent effort, the team's hard work finally paid off in the last few minutes of stoppage time. Jones delivered an impressive cross that Baldwin artfully buried in the back of the net, sealing his second goal of the game and propelling the match into a thrilling extra-time. With penalties looming, Jones took a chance and sent a rocket from long-range towards the goal. Although McDonnell had possession of it, he was unable to prevent County from winning, resulting in a triumphant comeback that secured their place at Wembley. Notts County will now play in the promotion final at Wembley. This was an incredible comeback for Notts County and a testament to their determination and resilience. The fans were ecstatic and the atmosphere at the stadium was electric. This win brings Notts County one step closer to returning to the English Football League after a four-year absence. Join in with your thoughts on the incredible comeback by Notts County against Boreham Wood in the National League play-off semi-final on the Pride of Nottingham match discussion forum. Join in with the content on the Pride of Nottingham website and share your thoughts and opinions with fellow Notts County fans!

Notts County manager Luke Williams has discussed how the goal his team conceded against York City last weekend could benefit his players in their upcoming play-off semi-final against Boreham Wood on Sunday afternoon. In the final league game of their impressive National League campaign, the Magpies had to settle for a draw when Shaq Forde scored an equaliser in the 89th minute, securing The Minstermen’s place in the fifth division for next season. Macaulay Langstaff had put the hosts ahead with his 42nd goal of an outstanding first season for Notts, breaking a record in the process. In spite of a strong first-half showing, Williams’ side was unable to extend their lead due to an outstanding performance by York’s goalkeeper Ryan Whitley. He made several key saves, including two late attempts from Adam Chicksen and Cedwyn Scott. Even though Notts had 19 more shots, 75% possession with 841 passes and an xG of 2.75, it was a disappointing set of match statistics in another game where they dominated. Having conceded only 42 goals this season, second only to Luke Garrard’s team, the Notts head coach thinks that Forde’s goal is a timely warning of what can happen in a single knockout match. "Yeah, I agree with that for sure, and I think that when you dominate a game so much and you naturally the players feel like they huffed and puffed to try and get that second goal, it didn't happen, the game is nearly finished, so we can relax. "They're human beings but, we have to try and push them to be better, and even the top, top professional will be there for every moment, so that was a good opportunity for me to say to the players that in a game where the numbers were so lopsided in terms of the chances we created to the opportunities we gave up. "But football is beautiful because it is - otherwise you might as well leave after the first goal if football is as simple as that. "It's brilliant, but we are still always trying to do better." Don’t forget to check out the Pride of Nottingham online merch site for all your Notts County gear! Dive into the best forum content with the Pride of Nottingham’s ‘Topicfeed’ - the ultimate way to stay up-to-date with Notts County discussions!

Notts County came close to securing automatic promotion to Wrexham, even though they amassed over 100 points. According to Manager Luke Williams, Notts County’s exceptional season does not necessarily make them the top pick for promotion in the National League play-offs. Notts will compete against Boreham Wood in the semi-final on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the Wembley final six days later. Notts ended the season 35 points ahead of Boreham Wood in the standings and set a new record of 107 points for a team that finished second in the league. Luke Williams spoke to BBC Radio Nottingham, he said: "I don't know who makes us favourites? "It's a different competition, so I'm not sure how we are equated as favourites - that one is strange. "If you just say the teams that are higher in the league are more favoured to win then I suppose that is a simple way to make that assessment." In any previous season, Notts’ points tally would have secured their automatic promotion back to the English Football League. However, Wrexham’s division-record 111 points earned them the title and promotion. The difference between Notts in second place and Boreham Wood in sixth was greater than the gap between Sunday’s rivals and the relegation zone. Despite this, Williams asserts that the events of the previous 46 games - including the club-record 32 league wins and 117 league goals - will have little impact now that the competition has become a knockout format. "The mentality around this tournament now and the one that just finished are very different," Williams added. "We have to be ready to win the game in front of us and not look at what we have done in the past." Be sure to check out the Pride of Nottingham Facebook group! It’s a great place for fans to share posts, thoughts and be part of the wider community. Come join us and show your support! Visit the Pride of Nottingham Dashboard! It’s the all-in-one location to see what’s happening on our site. Get involved today and join the community!

Macaulay Langstaff has had a record-breaking season with Notts County and there’s no telling where his career will go from here. He’s hoping to cap off his first season with the Magpies by achieving promotion. Despite initial doubts about his ability to adapt to a new league and environment, Langstaff has proven himself by scoring 42 goals in 45 games. He’s set new records for the most goals in a league season for Notts and in the National League and is the first player to win three Player of the Month awards in a single campaign. Langstaff’s achievements have been recognised by his peers and fans alike. He’s won both the Players’ and Fans’ Player of the Season awards, presented by Magpies' legend Les Bradd. Langstaff even shared a brief conversation and warm embrace with Bradd before taking to the Meadow Lane pitch and scoring another record-breaking goal. In an interview with the Nottingham Post, Macaulay Langstaff spoke about the relationship he has with Bradd and how Bradd has played a pivotal role in helping him uncover and further develop his goal-scoring touch. He said: "It's been unbelievable. He always has a laugh and a joke with me every time I see him and about the goals he scored, and he always says don't try and beat my record for one season! "He's been so good for me, he has given me tips ever since I first came to the club - he met me on one of my first days here, and he was telling me about the club and the history of it and things like that. "I see him more or less every single game when we come in on a Saturday or a midweek game, he is always stood there shaking the lads' hands. "When you see a figure like that when you walk into the club, it gives you that motivation to go on the pitch because he always has nice, calm words and for him to deliver me those awards on the pitch, it was an unbelievable feeling for me." Langstaff arrived at Notts County from Gateshead along with teammate Cedwyn Scott after the pair scored a combined total of 54 goals in all competitions for Mike Williamson’s side. Langstaff quickly made his mark by scoring two goals in a 3-0 win over Maidenhead on opening day at Meadow Lane. Notts County is now just two games away from returning to the Football League after a four-year absence and the possibility of back-to-back promotions has become a reality. Langstaff is using his title-winning experience to help his team’s push for promotion and has noted how the dressing room at Meadow Lane differs from the one he experienced last season. "I have noticed a few differences, but more similarities. "Obviously last year was a very successful one for myself and Cedwyn also came with me from Gateshead after winning promotion, so we tried to add that little experience in the dressing room, but we have got that experience all over the pitch - we have winners in there. "I think I have tried to add that coming from Gateshead as well - there are a few differences, obviously this team is full of leaders, full of winners, and some lads that have played at the top level and Gateshead wasn't necessarily like that. "But in terms of similarities, there are many." Langstaff is close to playing on the Wembley turf and could return two more times after the National League season ends. The 26-year-old, born in Stockton-on-Tees, is a lifelong Middlesborough fan. Michael Carrick’s team has secured a place in the Championship playoffs after an impressive turnaround at the Riverside Stadium since Carrick took over as manager. Langstaff’s grin grew wider as he spoke about his childhood club, and said: "Yeah definitely, "They have got into the play-offs, and they could potentially be at Wembley two weeks after we potentially get there, and I have always said I would love to add another trip to Wembley, so hopefully they both lead to victories because that would be unbelievable and probably my dream season." Please visit the Pride of Nottingham forum and share your thoughts on the fantastic topics we have featured by leaving a comment. Make sure to follow the Pride of Nottingham on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to stay up-to-date with all the latest news and discussions!

It's that time of year once again! The Pride of Nottingham Notts County National League 2022–23 Awards have arrived, and it's time for fans to cast their votes. This year's categories comprise Player of the Season, Goal of the Season, Signing of the Season, Away Game of the Season, and Member of the Year. The contenders for Player of the Season are Sam Slocombe, Kyle Cameron, Aden Baldwin, Adam Chicksen, Jim O’Brien, Sam Austin, Matt Palmer, John Bostock, Macaulay Langstaff, Jodi Jones, Aaron Nemane, Cedwyn Scott, and Ruben Rodrigues. The nominees for Goal of the Season are as follows: - Castro's free-kick goal against York (24/9/22) - Langstaff's finish from the team against Wrexham (04/10/22) - Scott's cheeky left post against Maidstone (21/10/22) - O'Brien's outside-of-the-box goal against Scunthorpe (03/12/22) - Scott's header against Oldham (26/12/22) - Namane's cheeky lob against Aldershot (07/01/23) - Langstaff's brilliant rebound against Yeovil (18/02/23) - Bostock's wonder free-kick against Wrexham (10/04/23) - Namane's failed bicycle kick against Woking (15/04/23) - O'Brien's rebound goal against Maidstone (22/04/23) The contenders for Signing of the Season are Macaulay Langstaff, Aden Baldwin, Cedwyn Scott, Jodi Jones, Sam Austin, and Geraldo Bajrami. The nominees for Away Game of the Season are York, Wealdstone, Eastleigh, Scunthorpe, Aldershot, Torquay, Chesterfield, Altrincham, Maidstone, and Wrexham. Regulars of the forum can also vote for Member of the Year! Nominations include DangerousSausage, TheSkipper, Dripsey3, fozzy, Piethagoram, CliftonMagpie, Super Ram, liampie, menzinho, Joshua, upthepies, and allardyces tash. Fans can vote by visiting each topic within the Pride of Nottingham forum. Links will be provided for easy access. The deadline for voting is 16th May 2023, so make sure to cast your votes before then. Player of the Season: Goal of the Season: Signing of the Season: Away Game of the Season: Member of the Year: Every season, the Pride of Nottingham proudly canvasses Notts County fans for their opinion on the past season. For over 10 years, we have conducted the awards, even during challenging times. It's vital that we open the floor to give fans a representation of the 2022-23 National League season. As a community, we encourage all fans to have their say and cast their vote! The awards ceremony will take place online, so fans from all over can join in on the excitement. Don't miss your chance to have your voice heard and support your favourite Notts County players and moments from the 2022-23 season. Cast your votes now!

Faces of PON 22-23: York City (H) is a gallery of Notts County fans who were in attendance at this past weekend’s 1-1 draw with York City. The gallery is intended for Notts County fans and anyone whose picture may have been taken. We encourage fans to share the gallery and interact by leaving a comment or a like. It’s been a tremendous season, one for the record books, and it was great to see so many fans just enjoying themselves. The Pride of Nottingham gaffer, Chris said: “I am aiming to return to taking pictures again for the playoffs. "Potentially Wembley, fingers crossed. Next season the gallery will return for home games, but away ones will be limited to a selection of pre-match photos. "It was a delight to be back taking photos, something which hasn’t happened since COVID, and although I tired myself out in the days after, it was well worth doing." We encourage Notts fans to be on the lookout for Chris. Simply wave, shout or just ask for a picture, and he will happily oblige. Fans can also check the Pride of Nottingham Facebook and Twitter pages, along with the gallery on the site itself. So come on Notts fans, show your support and share your memories from this past weekend’s game. Let’s make this season one to remember! Don’t forget to drop by our Facebook and Twitter pages to stay up-to-date with all the latest news and updates from Pride of Nottingham. If you see something you enjoy, be sure to give it a like and show your support. We appreciate all your interactions and feedback! Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community by sharing your views on the discussions in the 'Topicfeed'. It's a great way to connect with fellow Notts County fans, voice your opinions, and stay up-to-date on the latest news and events. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant and passionate community of supporters!

Adam Chicksen has recently spoken out about the impact that Notts County boss Luke Williams had on his decision to extend his stay at Meadow Lane. Earlier this week, the Magpies defender signed a new two-year deal with the club, following an exceptional season in which he netted a career-best 11 goals in all competitions. Chicksen’s performance this season has been nothing short of remarkable, with the defender scoring more goals than he has ever managed in the entirety of his professional career. It’s clear that Williams’ influence has played a significant role in Chicksen’s decision to remain at the club for another two years. The future looks bright for both Chicksen and Notts County, with the defender’s new contract signalling his commitment to the club and its ambitions. With Williams at the helm and Chicksen on the pitch, fans can look forward to more exciting performances and hopefully even more success in the seasons to come. "It was massive," explained the 31-year-old on the impact the current Notts boss in committing his future to the club for another two years. "The style that he brings to the environment, everything that he has brought is so valued to how I live my life and how I act and treat everyone, he has very similar core values to myself. "It makes you want to play for him, he is a great person not just a great head coach, so it makes you want to work and play harder. "He has set up space for all of the younger lads to flourish and for me, it gives me so much energy seeing that. Being in my early 30s it has given me so much energy seeing so many lads improving in such a short amount of time, it just shows his passion for the game - he's doing a great job." Chicksen has been a key component of the Magpies’ success this season, consistently providing a goal threat and delivering tireless performances on the left-hand side. The Zimbabwean is predicted to be among the top contenders for league and club awards at the end of the season. Before their most recent game against Maidstone, Chicksen had started 43 of 44 games this campaign. However, he was given a rest for the journey to the Gallagher Stadium, with Frank Vincent filling in as wing-back and making his first start for the club in the National League this season. The 24-year-old has made a strong impression since returning from his loan spell with Aldershot, adapting to a position he is familiar with having made his National League debut for Torquay at left-back. His tireless efforts and energy as a substitute have earned him the admiration of Magpies fans and Chicksen himself. "He's done brilliantly to come back in and be so willing and open to learning and being moved into a new position and having no arrogance, or no feelings of disappointment about being moved into a different position, but seeing it as an opportunity. "He has been learning and improving, asking me questions along the way and being open to putting the shirt back on and feeling no disappointment about having to go out on loan and learn so many more techniques about himself, to come back and apply them you can see the progress. "That is someone willing to learn and someone willing to improve, and the manager has seen that and given him a chance and he has been brilliant in the last few weeks in training, and that's why as a team, me being in a similar position, it's not me coming out of the team and I need to feel anger towards him, to see him work so hard and to go in, we all support each other and that is how we are going to get to that collective position of success." Last month, Vincent referred to Chicksen as a ‘role model’ and emphasised the influence he had on both himself and the rest of his team-mates. Chicksen, along with Sam Slocombe, Connell Rawlinson and Jim O’Brien, are viewed as the more seasoned members of this current group of players. The Magpies defender underlined the importance of imparting his own experiences to his team-mates and those in the academy to sustain the success fans have enjoyed this season. "It's massively important - they are going to look towards us for guidance and if we don't pass on our knowledge, what is the point of me carrying on in this game? "Because if you can't pass on your knowledge to youngsters and help them to take that further and into the next generation of football, you're doing a real injustice to the next generation. "If you don't pass on stuff that you have learned, for them to take it further it's not going to keep the football moving in the direction that's beneficial. "I'm happy to pass on my knowledge and happy to show every day, and they have to open to it, and they are learning, and you are seeing the results from that." Don’t miss out on the latest Notts County news and discussions - check out the ‘All Activity’ page on Pride of Nottingham for all the latest updates! Hurry and get your hands on one of our limited signed A4 prints by various Notts County players - they’re selling out fast!

Luke Williams, the manager of Notts County, made a humorous comment about his press coverage after a video was posted on the club's social media platforms showing him chasing a deer away from the training ground. The players were apparently impressed with their manager's agility and persistence. The Magpies are gearing up for their last league match of the National League season, which will be against York City at Meadow Lane this weekend. They hope to carry their momentum into the play-offs, following Wrexham's title-winning victory over Boreham Wood last Saturday. During preparations, a deer found its way onto the training pitch and ran around as the cameras rolled. In the video, the Notts head coach can be seen trying to catch the animal, while his players applauded his efforts. Eventually, the deer left the training ground, leaving Williams out of breath. "Yeah, I have just about got my breath back - it's actually not my first rodeo with this kind of situation," Williams revealed when asked about the situation. "My good friend David Coles a goalkeeping coach at Bristol Rovers and a real amazing guy, he is a real animal lover as well, and we actually found a deer caught in the net behind the goal that catches the ball when you do finishing practice. "On that occasion I had to actually wrestle the deer to the ground because the net was caught around the antlers, and he gave my good friend David a right good kick just below the knee - it put him in hospital I think." Recognised for his strategic influence on the current group of Notts players, Williams was present to investigate further the brilliance that orchestrated the departure of the deer from the training ground - acknowledged by some of the Magpies team. "It was actually a milder version when the deer was already free - myself and the staff I am not sure on the video if you can see the staff, we make a brilliant press, I think Ruben (Rodrigues) and Sam Austin are quite impressed with the way we pressed the deer and kept him in one corner and force him off the training pitch. "I was really happy with the staff, we have everything clipped up in the meeting to show all the angles of the press and the energy was brilliant." Don't miss our match discussion on the final home game of the season against York City - share your post-match thoughts and join in on the conversation! Join the Pride of Nottingham community now! Sign up to share your thoughts, opinions, and passion for the Magpies with fellow Notts County fans and help keep us united.

After an impressive season under the management of Luke Williams, Notts County's Adam Chicksen, a defender, has committed to a new two-year deal at Meadow Lane. Since joining the Magpies in 2020, the 31-year-old player has developed a devoted following among fans for his tireless displays and has now earned the status of a cult hero. In addition, Chicksen has significantly enhanced his skills to become a potent attacking threat, scoring 11 goals in all competitions this season. This accomplishment is particularly noteworthy given that he had only scored seven goals in his entire career before this campaign. The board of directors and head coach Luke Williams have issued a joint statement which states: "We’re delighted to reward the immense contribution Adam has made to the club. "As a player, we think he has a very unique skillset – incredible stamina and determination which compliment his qualities at both ends of the pitch. "As a person, he has embraced the club’s philosophy superbly and become an amazing role model for his team-mates, leading by example day-in, day-out. "He’s a huge asset in so many ways, and we know our supporters will share our happiness that he has committed his future to us." Adam Chicksen's decision to extend his stay at Notts County is a huge boost for the club and its fans. The defender's tireless displays and impressive attacking skills have earned him the status of a cult hero, and his commitment to the Magpies for another two years is a testament to the progress the club has made under the management of Luke Williams. With Chicksen on board, Notts County will be looking to build on their success in the upcoming season and continue to make strides towards their ultimate goal of promotion. Have a look at the Pride of Nottingham's 'Topicfeed' to peruse and participate in our discussions. Join our community at the Pride of Nottingham by creating an account and getting involved in our discussions!

Notts County has announced the pricing of their season tickets for the 2023/24 season. The Magpies had a memorable 2022-23 campaign as they broke their club records for unbeaten matches, points, wins, and goals. This achievement was rewarded by the commitment of over 4,000 season ticket holders. Throughout the recent history of the club, Notts County has had a remarkable season where they went head-to-head with Wrexham for the National League title, under the guidance of head coach Luke Williams. Fans were treated to an unforgettable journey and the team's progress is evident as they continue to grow off the field. With Luke Williams leading the team, the upcoming 2023-24 season promises to be another remarkable journey for Notts County, and fans can look forward to experiencing more unforgettable moments. The owners of the club, Chris and Alex Reedtz, stated that: "We’re so grateful to our supporters for the amazing backing they’ve shown the club since our arrival in 2019. "We feel that, over those years, the bond between the club and fans has only grown stronger, culminating in what has been a wonderful 2022-23 season played out in front of our highest average attendance in recent history. "This will continue into 2023-24 regardless of our division and, as a club, we are committed to rewarding the loyalty of our season ticket holders by moving Notts County forward both on and off the pitch. "As well as doing our utmost to retain our best players, we look forward to working with Luke and his staff to make further quality additions to the squad. "We have also made a significant investment in a new PA system and other equipment which will vastly improve the matchday experience for our regular fans, and help us attract new ones, next season. "Our desire to bring new supporters to the club is reflected in our season ticket pricing for those aged 18-25, which we believe will be one of the best-value offerings in the country for that age band, and we’re also delighted to continue to provide very affordable admission for children. "Once again, thank you to everyone who has supported the club this season, and we hope you enjoy its conclusion." Meadow Lane offers season ticket renewal prices starting at £299 for seats in the KOP and Family Stand. For existing season ticket holders, prices in the Derek Pavis Stand at £374. Additionally, the club is providing early bird season ticket prices ranging from £324 to £399, which are available until 8th June. Please find below a breakdown of both offers: If you are a 2022/23 season ticket holder, you can renew your ticket at exclusive prices for the upcoming season. Adult seats are available at £374 in the Derek Pavis Stand, and £299 in the KOP and Family Stand. For those aged 65 and above, prices are £224 in the Derek Pavis Stand and £199 in the KOP and Family Stand. The prices for 18-to-21-year-olds are set at £108, for all stands. Seats for under 18s are priced at £48.50 for all stands, while under 12s can get tickets at just £21.50, across all stands. The club is also offering early bird season ticket prices for the 2023/24 season. Adult seats are available at £399 in the Derek Pavis Stand and £324 in the KOP and Family Stand. The prices for 65s and over are £249 in the Derek Pavis Stand and £224 in the KOP and Family Stand. For 22 to 25-year-olds, prices are set at £184 for all stands, and under 18s can get tickets at £59.50 for all stands. Again, under 12s can purchase seats for just £21.50, across all stands. To purchase your ticket, you can use any of the following methods: Online: Visit the official website and click on the designated link to buy your ticket - found here. Phone: You can call the ticket office on 0115 955 7210 and buy your ticket over the phone. In person: You can visit the club in person during opening hours. Click here to view the opening hours. We hope this information is helpful in buying your ticket. For further details on purchasing your Notts County 2023/24 season ticket, visit the club's website.

In their 5-2 victory over Maidstone, Notts County midfielder Jim O’Brien scored his second hat-trick for the club. Despite a second-half scare when George Elokobi’s side scored two goals in two minutes to reduce the lead to one, Notts County’s superior first-half performance made the difference. O’Brien doubled Luke Williams’ side’s lead in the 15th minute after Cedwyn Scott opened the scoring following a mistake by the Stones defence. O’Brien scored his second on the hour mark when Frank Vincent’s effort fortuitously landed at his feet on the edge of the box. He completed an excellent individual performance with a penalty kick. Speaking to BBC Radio Nottingham, Jim O'Brien said: "It was a bit surreal, when Ruben was tripped in the box I knew he was going to give it to me, so fair play to him. "It was a tough time in the game as well to see us through, and it's a nice feeling, but at this stage of the season it was all about the three points, and we know goal difference could come into play too so to get that three-goal swing back was really nice." As the full-time whistle sounded, the travelling Notts contingent breathed a huge sigh of relief as they secured their 15th away win of the season. A tradition at Meadow Lane this season has been for one of the Magpies players to give a huge fist pump to the supporters. This time it was O’Brien’s turn as he clasped the match ball and made his way over to the away section. His previous hat-trick came two years ago when Coronavirus prevented supporters from being in attendance. The midfielder explained the emotional feeling behind his celebrations with the fans following the full-time whistle. "When the game kicked off after the penalty, I got a little bit emotional when they were singing and that was a nice feeling. "The last one was during Covid with no supporters, but I will take it, and I am really pleased that the lads dug in and solved our problems - that was the most pleasing thing along with the three points." After Wrexham were confirmed as champions following their 3-1 win over Boreham Wood, Notts will now have to go through the play-offs to end their four-year stay in the National League. O’Brien explained after the game that his side is fully prepared for the play-offs, and he will do everything in his power to ensure Notts gain promotion this season. "We have been focused on the play-offs for the last couple of weeks, so we are prepared. "It would mean everything to win promotion because I was here when we came down and every year we have got that little bit closer and the people around the club deserve it, the supporters deserve it, and I think from what we have produced this season, we deserve it. "But we have to go and do it, no one is going to give it to us, so we have to keep working hard and keep doing what we are doing." Have a look at the Pride of Nottingham's 'Topicfeed' to peruse and participate in our discussions. Join our community at the Pride of Nottingham by creating an account and getting involved in our discussions!

Wrexham AFC has secured the National League title with a stunning come-from-behind victory over Boreham Wood at the Racecourse Ground. Co-chairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney were present to witness Phil Parkinson’s men recover from an early setback and emerge as 3–1 winners in front of over 10,000 fans. After the game, the Hollywood duo paid tribute to the Reds fans, top goalscorer Paul Mullin, and title challengers Notts County in an interview with BT Sport. They were visibly moved as the team secured their first silverware since the takeover in 2021. Paul Mullin scored twice, and Elliot Lee added a header to clinch the victory against an impressive Boreham Wood outfit chasing promotion to the Football League. Wrexham’s final game as a non-league outfit will be against Torquay United at Plainmoor next week. Speaking to BT Sports, in the post-match interview. Ryan Reynolds said: "I am not sure I can process what happened tonight, I am still little speechless." "'Why Wrexham?' [when people ask], This is why Wrexham. This happening, right now, is why." When asked about the significance of Wrexham’s return to the Football League and what it means to supporters, McElhenney stated: "I think the sound of the town speaks for itself." "It’s a time of celebration and be welcomed into their community and be welcomed to this, it is the honour of my life." Reynolds praised Notts County, who were long-time title challengers and pushed Wrexham to the limit. He stated: "This entire story, the reason we are all on edge of our seats is because Notts County are so damn good. "They deserve to go up. We are rooting for Notts County. We want to see them go up." McElhenney then signed off by exclaiming: "Paul Mullin is one of the greatest football players in the world." Don't miss out on the excitement of the Maidstone United match discussion - share your post-match thoughts and join in on the conversation! Join the Pride of Nottingham community now! Sign up to share your thoughts, opinions, and passion for the Magpies with fellow Notts County fans and help keep us united.

Jim O’Brien scored a hat-trick in a thrilling win against Maidstone in the final away match of the season. However, Wrexham secured the title with a 3-1 win over Boreham Wood. O’Brien and Cedwyn Scott put the team ahead before Maidstone scored two quick goals. Ruben Rodrigues won and scored a free-kick before O’Brien completed his hat-trick. Manager Luke Williams made several changes to his team. Archie Mair started in goal instead of Sam Slocombe. Connell Rawlinson was left out of the defence, and Aden Baldwin and Kyle Cameron formed a back three with Richard Brindley. Frank Vincent replaced Adam Chicksen at left wing-back, and Jodi Jones took the opposite slot over Aaron Nemane. O’Brien played in midfield, while Rodrigues and Sam Austin were slightly ahead of him. Scott was given the nod up front over Junior Morias. Scott opened the scoring after five minutes, with O’Brien adding a second ten minutes later. Maidstone struggled to contain Jones, who set up several chances for the team. In the second half, O’Brien extended the lead before Maidstone scored two goals in quick succession. Rodrigues scored a free-kick to make it 4-2 before setting up O’Brien for his hat-trick. Although Maidstone had a chance to score again, Mair made an excellent save to secure the win. Don't miss out on the excitement of the Maidstone United match discussion - share your post-match thoughts and join in on the conversation! Join the Pride of Nottingham community now! Sign up to share your thoughts, opinions, and passion for the Magpies with fellow Notts County fans and help keep us united.

Luke Williams, the head coach of Notts County, has emphasised the importance of pushing hard in the remaining two games of the National League season. Williams wants his team to take advantage of any mistakes made by the leaders, Wrexham. Following their 3-0 victory over Yeovil on Tuesday evening, Phil Parkinson's side is four points ahead of the Magpies. However, a win against Boreham Wood this weekend would secure the title for Notts County before the final day of the season. Despite the recent setback suffered in the defeat at the Racecourse Ground, Notts County bounced back with a 3-0 win against Woking at Meadow Lane last weekend. However, Williams was not pleased with his team's first-half performance, which he described as disappointing. The team headed into the interval goalless, having created very few chances and struggled to maintain possession due to the away side's relentless pressing. When asked about addressing the first-half display, Williams stated that the team's sole focus is on producing a better performance when they travel to Kent this weekend. "We had many excuses if you want, but we have the option, and we have to choose whether we want to use the excuses or push for better," Luke Williams told BBC Radio Nottingham. "We have to push to be better and to overcome our feelings and not be affected by things going on around us or because we have a certain amount of points and we potentially we don't get anything for that. "All those things are irrelevant, and we have to make sure our minds are focused on the performance, and there was enough in there to win the game, but it is certainly something that had to be highlighted and as a group, we have had to face up to that and try to make sure we give a better account of ourselves in the whole game next time out." Despite amassing a triple-digit score and scoring numerous goals, Notts County's quest to return to the English Football League on their fourth attempt may be decided this weekend. Wrexham is aware that securing three points against Boreham Wood will bring an end to their 15-year spell in the National League. Nevertheless, Williams has stated that his team is motivated to capitalize on any errors made by the league leaders. He also emphasizes the significance of maintaining their winning mindset and momentum if that is the route they have to take into the playoffs. "To go into these two final fixtures feeling like we don't want to push ourselves, and we don't want to play as well as we can possibly play and give everything to the cause, would be a mistake because potentially there is a change elsewhere and Wrexham do manage to somehow not win their games. "If we didn't win our games, we would feel like we missed a massive opportunity, so we have to remain driven to win, but that will also protect our mentality potentially going into the play-offs. "We have to remain focused and try to win our remaining two games." As this weekend's rivals, Maidstone, have already been relegated, some may assume that only one outcome is likely, given the divergent paths the teams have taken this season. Nevertheless, the head coach of Notts anticipates another arduous challenge for his squad, stating, "Maidstone no longer have any pressure on them and can now play with a newfound freedom." "I think players will be trying to show up well so that they are in the plans going forward whether they are trying to make a jump to another club to try and impress - and that can be difficult to play against. "Sometimes when you play a team that is close to a bad situation, they can become anxious and that may affect their performance - and equally with a team chasing a huge goal it can become anxious also, and it can become a problem for them. "There is an unknown with a team that has already suffered their worst fear, now it is up to them about how they want to approach the game, and we're anticipating a really tough game against a team who has freedom and energy and want to try and impress." With the possibility of the play-offs approaching, it is crucial to have a significant number of players available at this phase of the season. In the latest developments, Williams has received Cedwyn Scott and Richard Brindley back, who were absent for a considerable part of the season due to injury. The club's latest signing, Junior Morias, also made his debut for Meadow Lane last weekend, despite suffering from a minor issue sustained at Dagenham and Redbridge. "Everyone is training, but we do have a few guys that are nursing small problems, but nobody is completely off the training pitch," Williams explained when asked about the shape of his squad for the trip to Kent this weekend. "We have some sore bodies as you can imagine at this stage of the season - we have a number of players that have been carrying issues for a while now, and they don't go away if you don't rest. "We are there or thereabouts, there are one or two that we are looking after, but I think we will have a very healthy squad to pick from for the game." Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

Notts County Football Club has opened up voting for their player of the season, following an impressive campaign in the National League 2022/23 season. The club has two remaining league games in the regular season and secured 2nd place on 25th March 2023 with a superb 4-0 win over Scunthorpe United. Their journey to the playoffs was not without its challenges, as seen in their closely contested matches against Boreham Wood and Gateshead, both of which resulted in draws back in August 2022. This placed Notts in 6th in the National League 3 games into the season, with Barnet and Chesterfield sitting joint top on 7 points. After 8 games undefeated, Notts lost in a shock result to Dorking Wanderers on 17th September 2022. The semi-professional club based in Surrey defeated Notts at their home ground Meadow Bank 3-1, courtesy of a James McShane hat-trick. Notts then pushed on, forming another successful undefeated run of 25 games, defeating promotion rivals Wrexham at Meadow Lane 1-0, Wealdstone 1-6 at Grosvenor Vale, and Dagenham & Redbridge 5-0 away at Victoria Road. So far, Notts have scored 111 goals and conceded only 39, hitting the 103 mark, with a potential 109 points remaining. The National League title is still yet to be claimed, despite Wrexham having a game in hand and sitting on 104 points. One standout player for Notts County this season was left-back Adam Chicksen, who has scored 10 goals and put in many stellar performances. Forwards Macaulay Langstaff and Ruben Rodrigues are also in good contention as the players have scored a combined 58 goals, 41 of which were scored by the player fans dubbed the "Non-League Harland". In addition to signings such as John Bostock, who scored a brilliant free-kick in their match against Wrexham on 3rd January, the goal gave Notts County the lead, but Wrexham managed to come back and secure a 3-2 victory. Consistent players throughout the 2022/23 season include Matt Palmer, who is the heartbeat within the Magpies' midfield. Cedwyn Scott, who has scored 14 goals, mostly featuring from off the bench due to the tactical formation of head coach Luke Williams. Sam Austin is currently in superb form on the back of scoring a brace against Woking. As the oldest professional association football club in the world, Notts County has a long and storied history. They will be hoping to add to that history by securing promotion to the English Football League in the upcoming season. The club's fans have until the end of the season to vote for their player of the season, and the winner will be announced at the end-of-season awards ceremony. Vote for the official Notts County Player of the Season here:

Luke Williams, the Notts County manager, has clarified the rationale behind the tactical alteration that saw Jodi Jones and Adam Chicksen swap positions during their victory over Woking. In what was a challenging first half for the Magpies, the Notts coach felt that a change in tactics was necessary to break down the compact and determined Cardinals defence. After the interval, the home side was able to turn on the style, with two goals from Sam Austin and a second goal of the season from substitute Aaron Nemane, reducing the gap to only one point behind leaders Wrexham, with just two games remaining in the season. Notts' improved quality in the wide areas as the game progressed was a significant factor in their eventual ability to break through the Woking defence. Nevertheless, Jones and Chicksen were still unable to locate Macaulay Langstaff within the penalty area, and the Notts number nine was visibly frustrated throughout the game. When questioned about the change in personnel, Williams explained his thought process behind the decision and how it can benefit his team as the play-offs approach. Notts County's tactical adjustments were vital in their win over Woking. Now, the team is concentrating on the upcoming fixtures to preserve their momentum for the playoffs. Speaking to the Nottingham Post, Luke Williams expressed his reasoning behind the tactical switch: "Because Jodi naturally is a dribbler and he wants to infield to try and affect the game, "We need to create the best chances in this team at this moment in time from the outside. So, Jodi can go on the outside even with his weaker foot because he doesn't have a weak foot really, "He can go to the outside to create chances but he was reluctant - so then he goes on the left and he was very first action. He hit an incredible ball across the box like a rocket and into the zone which is the best place to put a ball and we almost score and it immediately gives us a completely different feel. "In recent weeks when Adam Chicksen has played on the other side, I think he has done great - he made a brilliant run in the last home game. "Then slid the ball across the box perfectly from the right-hand side, so I have confidence that Chicks can play on the right, but I needed Jodi to play on the left because I wanted his left foot to be the tool. I wanted him to feel more comfortable to take the outside of the pitch." Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

Notts County kept up the pressure on National League leaders Wrexham by beating Woking at Meadow Lane. Sam Austin scored twice and assisted another as Notts County secured an excellent victory over fourth-place Woking. The win moves Notts County one point behind first-place Wrexham, who play their game in hand on Tuesday. Notts County made three changes to the side that lost to Wrexham. Aden Baldwin replaced Geraldo Bajrami in defence, Jodi Jones replaced Aaron Nemane and Sam Austin came in for Jim O’Brien. Junior Morias was named in the match day squad for the first time. After a first half of few clear-cut chances, Notts County turned up the pressure in the second half. Austin brilliantly dispatched Palmer's low cross to open the scoring. He then turned provider, playing a delicious cross into the area which Nemane directed goalwards with an acrobatic effort inside the six-yard box. It was half saved by the keeper, but the ball ricocheted off the sub and into the net. Scott then played the perfect through ball for Austin to scamper into the area and apply the coolest of finishes for Notts County's third goal. Slocombe saved from Rhys Browne as Woking tried to find a way back into the match, but Notts County remained relentless. Palmer controlled the ball superbly 25 yards out before curling an effort just wide. On the stroke of full-time, Palmer had another chance to score, but his shot was saved. Morias, who had replaced Langstaff earlier in the half, controlled a looping ball on his thigh, but his powerfully-struck half-volley was well-kept out by the Cards’ keeper. Have a look at the Pride of Nottingham's 'Topicfeed' to peruse and participate in our discussions. Join our community at the Pride of Nottingham by creating an account and getting involved in our discussions!

Luke Williams has clarified the absence of two players from his Notts County team during their loss to Wrexham on Monday. Aden Baldwin and Richard Brindley did not participate in the Magpies' 3-2 defeat at The Racecourse Ground, despite featuring in the previous game against Wealdstone three days prior. During the 3-0 victory against Stuart Maynard's team, the pair played in the back three, with Brindley making his first start for Notts in nearly three months. Brindley had been battling a recurring back injury that he sustained earlier in the season. Baldwin suffered an injury during the Eastleigh game in March, which caused him to miss three matches before returning for the Good Friday fixture. The reasons for their absence in the match against Wrexham were not disclosed. Ahead of Notts County's upcoming fixture against Woking, the team's head coach, Luke Williams, has provided an update on the absent defensive pairing of Aden Baldwin and Richard Brindley. Both players were absent from the team's recent 3-2 defeat against Wrexham, and their absence was not explained at the time. However, Williams has now stated that the two players are likely to feature in the upcoming game against Woking. Speaking to the Nottingham Post, Luke Williams said: "What's behind it is that both guys had not played for a while. "They played against Wealdstone and were not recovered in time to go again in such a short turnaround. "That was disappointing for us because we want every single player available, but fortunately it is nothing serious, it was purely the fact they hadn't recovered in time to feature." Notts County is scheduled to compete against Woking on Saturday. Luke Williams' recent update on the defensive pairing for the upcoming game has left fans feeling hopeful for the Meadow Lane fixture this weekend. Have a look at the Pride of Nottingham's 'Topicfeed' to peruse and participate in our discussions. Join our community at the Pride of Nottingham by creating an account and getting involved in our discussions!