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Notts County match day vlogger ARLukomski was there to capture the Magpies’ triumphant return to the Football League at the playoff final at Wembley. After four years in exile, following their relegation from League Two in the 2018/19 season, the Magpies were back. The match was an emotional rollercoaster for both teams and their supporters. Notts County demonstrated remarkable tenacity as they twice came from behind against Chesterfield. However, it was Cedwyn Scott who ultimately emerged as the hero of the day, scoring the decisive goal from the penalty spot. This victory marks the beginning of a new chapter for Notts County as they return to the Football League with renewed vigour and determination. The Magpies have demonstrated that they have the talent and resilience to compete at this level, and their supporters will be eagerly looking forward to what the future holds for their team. In an interview with the Pride of Nottingham, ARLukomski (also known as Declan) stated: "A feeling of shock and happiness together. It was the first time I witnessed a promotion, so it was quite incredible. I was shocked that it happened. Finally." He stated when asked about how he felt seeing Cedwyn Scott score his penalty to win Notts County Promotion. "Electric. It was tense when we thought hope was lost and the clock was ticking down. "However, there was pure elation and euphoria when John Bostock, then Ruben Rodrigues, then Archie Mair, and finally Cedwyn Scott gave us the ending we wanted." He added. When asked what his favourite moment from the match was, Declan replied: "It sounds easy, but Cedwyn’s penalty was my favourite moment. "My favourite player completed his redemption arc to give me one of the best moments of my life. I’ve had tough times in life, but for one moment, everything was perfect. We did it." ARLukomski’s vlog captured the excitement and emotion of this historic moment, providing a lasting record of this triumphant return to the Football League. Don’t miss out on any of the excitement - subscribe to ARLukomski’s YouTube channel for all the latest Notts County updates! And for even more behind-the-scenes content, be sure to follow ARLukomski on Twitter. Show your support for this talented vlogger and dedicated Notts County fan!

Notts County owners Christoffer and Alexander Reedtz have released a statement expressing their pride in the club's recent success and promotion to League Two. In their statement, they offer their commiserations to Chesterfield, and thank them for their gracious messages of congratulations. They also praise the team for their mental and physical fortitude displayed in the semi and final, stating that "their will to win was evident" and that they "got what they deserved for such an amazing, record-breaking season." Christopher and Alexander Reedtz shared their thoughts via the club’s official website: "Their will to win was evident, "we’re so pleased that, in the end, they, along with Luke Williams and his staff, got what they deserved for such an amazing, record-breaking season. "To witness the players lift the trophy and to join them in their celebrations in front of our 22,500 supporters, who we wholeheartedly thank for battling the travel disruption, it was a dream come true and has only made us more determined to bring future successes to the club." The owners also reflect on the emotional moment of seeing Jason Turner’s flag on display and announce that the boardroom will be renamed in his honour from the start of the 2023-24 campaign. "It was incredibly emotional to see Jason Turner’s flag on display, along with his photo being held by the players on the pitch. "We know this meant a lot to his parents, Jen and David, who were there with us and delighted with the outcome of the match." They express their gratitude towards the club's staff for their hard work and mention that season ticket sales have been very strong. The club is also undergoing renovations on the Meadow Lane playing surface and installing a new state-of-the-art PA system. "Renovations on the Meadow Lane playing surface are already underway, and we’re pleased to confirm that work has begun on installing a new state-of-the-art PA system. "The club has also acquired new equipment to maximise functionality of our scoreboards, so fans can expect a greatly-improved matchday experience next season. "Supporters will, of course, be keen to know details of which players will still be with us when the new campaign comes around. "The club is going through the necessary processes as we speak and fans can expect an update before the end of the week." In terms of player recruitment, the owners assure fans that they had been planning for life in League Two long before promotion was secured and that work has begun on building a squad that will compete at the top end of the division. They also mention that several key figures from this season’s squad are out of contract but that they are doing everything they can to maintain a strong nucleus of a side that has achieved so much. The owners conclude by expressing their excitement for the future and wishing their supporters a wonderful, relaxing summer. Get involved with Pride of Nottingham and join the conversation! Our “Topic Feed” is a great way to respond to discussions. Have a read of our latest articles and don’t forget to drop a comment! We’d love to hear your thoughts.

According to Luke Williams, Notts County's head coach, sharing their promotion back to the Football League with their fans has been an incredibly meaningful experience. It's clear that this achievement holds a special place in the hearts of everyone involved with the team. He is confident that Notts County will be able to hold their own in League Two next season. Notts County had an impressive run in the National League, amassing a total of 107 points and finishing just behind Wrexham. Notts County demonstrated outstanding form in the National League, and even so, they had to endure an incredibly challenging play-off campaign to guarantee their place in the fourth tier of English football. Speaking to BBC Radio Nottingham, Luke Williams said he thought Wrexham "would be a very comfortable League Two outfit". "We went toe-to-toe with them, so we have reason to be confident," he added. "We look at the example of Stockport, who were a terrific team in the National League, and have made a brilliant campaign [in League Two this season]. That's given us confidence because we feel we've been an impressive team at this level. "But nothing is ever as simple as that, and we will have to work extremely hard and take nothing for granted and prepare for something that's going to be very, very challenging." Notts County’s return to the Football League after four years away was met with jubilant scenes at Wembley on Saturday. The celebrations continued as Williams rode a scooter while his players mingled with fans in Nottingham on Sunday night. Williams described the experience as “special”. He also stated that the council’s inability to fund a celebratory event to mark the promotion due to their financial position is not an issue. "This is a club where the supporters want to be able to connect with the club after maybe a period of time where there was a disconnect," Williams said. "And I don't think there is a much better way to connect than to stand on a table and sing with the manager and the players. "What is more special than walking round with the season-ticket holders and singing and drinking and celebrating with them? What could possibly be better? "For us to be on the top of a bus or a balcony would be lovely, but you can't sing the same when you're not holding on to each other. This was something I'll never, ever forget. "I cannot think of anything more rewarding than spending time and moments with the special people who come to the games and are the real fabric of the club. I cannot think of anything more rewarding than to share time and moments with them. "To go into a really beautiful city with history and feel like you belong because people are so warm is an incredible feeling. "I had an incredible voice note from Steve Cooper [Nottingham Forest boss], which gave me goosebumps. Things like that make me feel even more bonded with this incredible city. It's a great place." Register on the Pride of Nottingham, a free and independent site that relies on fan engagement to keep the community thriving. Don’t forget to browse the “All Activity” page on the Pride of Nottingham to stay up-to-date with the latest news and discussions.

On the day of the playoff final against Chesterfield, Notts County fans filled the stands at Wembley Stadium, singing songs and cheering on their team. Among them was Chris Buckley, owner of the independent fan site Pride of Nottingham, who captured the emotions of the fans in his Faces of PON fan gallery. The atmosphere was electric, with fans feeling a mix of excitement and nerves as they watched their team compete for victory. Despite some quiet and cagey moments, it was always great to see Notts fill areas of stadiums and sing various songs, such as “I had a wheelbarrow.” When Notts won on penalties after the game ended 2-2 in regular time, the reactions were mixed. Some fans couldn’t watch, while young fans cried with excitement and nerves at the same time. Chris Buckley shared some memorable encounters and reactions from the day: “At a service station I bumped into some Forest fans, who I wished well with their game against Chelsea. The Forest fan turned around and said, ‘Yes you too. You better go up! After hitting what 107 points and leading the season as long as you did. Notts deserves to go up, mind you, better had because I have you on my bet and I will be buggered if you lose.’” He also reflected on the Faces of PON gallery: “It was great seeing Notts County fans in spirit, hearing a good old ‘You Pies!’ which is something we need to keep as a tradition when seeing Magpie fans.” One of the most memorable moments captured in the Faces of PON gallery was young Harry, who Pride of Nottingham first snapped as a young baby making his first trip to Wembley with his parents Jade Miller and Jeremy Putman. After the game, there were also notable reactions from players and team officials. Chris Buckley observed that Aden Baldwin was struggling with cramp and couldn’t walk. Jim O’Brien came along and tried to help before determining that it would be easier to lift Aden and throw him over his shoulders. He carried him like a fireman to the promotion celebrations and to collect his medal. Jodi Jones also went to each section of the Notts County fans wrapped in a flag and clapping to thank them for their amazing support. The Faces of PON fan gallery is a testament to the passion and dedication of Notts County fans. Thanks to Chris Buckley’s photography, these moments will be remembered for years to come. Have your say inside the Pride of Nottingham match report as Notts County returns to the Football League. Take a look at the site’s activity and get involved with the Notts County fan community.

Notts County reclaimed their status as the ‘world’s oldest football league club’ after beating Chesterfield on penalties in an astonishing National League promotion final at Wembley. Substitute goalkeeper Archie Mair saved spot-kicks from Darren Oldaker and Jeff King before Cedwyn Scott sealed a dramatic 4-3 shoot-out triumph. Victory for the 161-year-old Magpies ended their four-year non-league exile while defeat consigned Chesterfield to a sixth season in the National League. Chesterfield took the lead early on when Andrew Dallas put them ahead from the spot after a calamitous start from Notts goalkeeper Sam Slocombe. Notts veteran John Bostock caught Chesterfield goalkeeper Ross Fitzsimons out with a set-piece that skipped in at the near post to level the score. Armando Dobra restored Chesterfield’s lead in the first period of extra time, but Ruben Rodrigues bounced a volley off the turf and over Fitzsimons to level at 2-2 in the second half of extra time, ensuring the showdown would be decided from the spot. After four years and three failed play-off attempts, Notts finally secured their English Football League (EFL) return at the end of a record-breaking season. Luke Williams’ side were pipped for automatic promotion and the title by Hollywood-funded Wrexham, who topped the table with an all-time high 111 points. The 107 points the Magpies collected to finish second would have got them straight up as champions in every other season before this one. Chesterfield finished one spot below Notts in the table, but the gap between the two was 23 points. They pushed Notts to their limits at Wembley in an incredible energy-sapping game. On-loan keeper Mair played an instrumental role off the bench with his penalty saves and Scott kept his cool to secure victory. Have your say inside the Pride of Nottingham match report as Notts County returns to the Football League. Take a look at the site’s activity and get involved with the Notts County fan community.

The Pride of Nottingham awards have been finalised. All the comments and votes across all of our social media have been counted, and each poll has been tallied to enable us to narrow down one of the hardest selections for us today. On the back of a truly amazing season, with many joyful memories made, plenty of goals and wins, it was always going to be action-packed! The club has recruited extremely well, bringing excellent new additions to the squad such as Sam Austin, Macaulay Langstaff and Cedwyn Jones to name a few. With a squad that was already capable of finishing within the playoffs, who could ever imagine that Notts would enjoy most of the season sitting at the top of the National League in a title race with Wrexham? It’s been a truly remarkable season. As we finalise the Pride of Nottingham awards, let’s remind ourselves to go to Wembley tomorrow and make the most of another exciting moment in our beloved club’s history! Pride of Nottingham's Member of the Year: The Pride of Nottingham is grateful to have a community full of members. These members not only help run an independent site, but also drive much of the reason why fans join. That is the reason is the discussions. Having a solid talking point requires effort and every member always tries their best. The Pride of Nottingham encourages readers to get involved. In the meantime, let’s congratulate @Piethagoram on being voted as the Pride of Nottingham Fan of the Year. This accolade is truly deserved by such a hard-working member. Next up! Away Game of the Season: Choosing the Away Game of the Season is no easy task, but the fans have spoken and cast their votes for the game they believe stands out above the rest. In a season where Notts County has broken records and finished 2nd in the National League, narrowly missing out on automatic promotion to Wrexham, there have been many memorable moments to choose from. Winner: Chesterfield vs. Notts County [Final Score 1-2 on 11/02/2023] Signing of the Season: Macaulay Langstaff has been chosen as the Pride of Nottingham's Signing of the Season because he broke records by scoring 42 goals in a single season. He has been a talisman up front for the Magpies and has been ever-present in our promotion push back to the Football League. Winner: Macaulay Langstaff! Next up! Goal of the Season: With a perfectly placed free-kick which sent the away end at Wrexham into raptures, in a season where 107 goals had been scored. It was always going to prove to be difficult to name which goal truly deserves to be named as the Goal of the Season, however Notts fans took to voting and decided that this is one. Fancy putting a free-kick in the back of the net at Wembley, John? That would be great tomorrow! Winner: John Bostock Free-Kick against Wrexham. And finally, the Pride of Nottingham's Player of the Season: Since joining Notts County as a free agent in 2021, Matt Palmer has shown himself to be an exceptional midfield powerhouse, always putting in the hard work and determination required to succeed. As a key member of the squad, he has become an indispensable presence at the heart of the Notts County midfield. In 2022, his performances have been nothing short of outstanding, and he fully deserves to be named as the Pride of Nottingham Player of the Season. Congratulations Matt Palmer! A heartfelt thank you to each one of you who participated in the Pride of Nottingham awards. Don’t miss out on the latest news and discussions - head over to the Pride of Nottingham Facebook Page and Group now! Stay up-to-date with all things Notts County by following the Pride of Nottingham on Twitter!

Last Sunday at Meadow Lane, Notts County made a stunning comeback from 2-0 down to beat Boreham Wood 3-2 in the National League Playoff Semi Final. The winner of this match would progress to the final and have the opportunity to secure promotion to League Two. The Magpies’ victory was secured by a brace from Aden Baldwin and a goal from Jodi Jones. The atmosphere at Meadow Lane was electric, with vocal support from both Notts County and Boreham Wood fans. The Magpies’ had even placed a material banner reading “Come On You Pies” on the seats of every fan in the KOP to add to the occasion. Boreham Wood took the lead in the 37th minute with a goal from Femi Ilesanmi, followed by a second from Lee Ndlovu in the 45+3rd minute. However, Notts County fought back in the second half with Aden Baldwin scoring in the 47th minute and again in the 90+7th minute. In the dying moments of added time, just before the match would have gone to penalties, Jodi Jones scored the winner for Notts County in the 120th minute. Colin Sisson, a Notts County fan who attended the match with his family, described the atmosphere at Meadow Lane before and during the match as electric. "It felt like an event," he said. "Even when we caught the tram, with fellow Notts fans sharing nods of apprehension as we got closer to the ground." The unseasonal sunshine added to the excitement, with fans wearing their shirts and making their way to Meadow Lane together. "What an atmosphere was created by the Trent Navigation too!" Colin exclaimed. "I walked part of the way with my lads just as The Wheelbarrow Song was sung, and we all just stopped and smiled." When asked about how the fans reacted to the 2-0 deficit, Colin shared that his eldest son cried. "To be honest, I wasn't far behind him," he admitted. "He'd witnessed us lose playoff semis against Coventry and Grimsby either side of a relegation, so the emotion was completely understandable." In the Family Stand, there was no anger, just stunned silence as Notts County had dominated a fair proportion of the match. In Colin's opinion, there were two turning points in the match for Notts County. One was tactical: Borehamwood had been successful in pressing and crowding the middle of the pitch, meaning Notts often tried to operate out wide or in the half-spaces between the centre and flank. However, their full-backs were dogged in their job and suppressed Chicksen and Nemane quite well. The introduction of Jones and his skill against tired legs meant he got the better of wide positions, reflected in a goal and assist. Cedwyn Scott also deserves praise for his directness, which caused chaos and concern in the latter stages. The second turning point was more unexplainable. Colin shared that he muttered silent prayers towards the memorial of Jason Turner. "I'm not religious in any way," he said. "But I simply asked that all the effort of this season - including his - should not be forgotten. And what happened next won't be forgotten for a very long time." When asked about how fans celebrated after Notts County's victory, Colin described scenes of joy at Meadow Lane. "The emotional whiplash of Jones' goal was pretty vicious and seemed to take an age to register with me," he said. "I must've checked for an offside flag about five times before the realisation sank in that we'd somehow turned this around." Colin grabbed his coat and bag and told his kids they were going on the pitch. "We'd watched Portsmouth and Luton celebrate on Meadow Lane - it was our turn," he explained. "The look of absolute joy on my two's faces will stay with me forever," Colin shared. "They touched the grass, sang their hearts out, and punched the sky." He was also delighted to shake hands with Luke Williams and congratulate him on playing such a significant role in making it all possible. Looking ahead to the National League Playoff Final against Chesterfield, Colin admitted it's hard to have solid expectations when it still feels like such a dream. "But we have to be realistic too - Chesterfield pose a substantial threat," he said. Dobra and Colclough have the ability to pin Notts County's wing backs which could nullify how they like to build attacks. "So the significant battles may be won and lost in the middle of the pitch," Colin explained. However, if Palmer, Bostock, and Rodrigues rise to the occasion as they know they can, Colin remains hopeful. Ryan Raynor, another Notts County fan who has supported the club for 14 years, shared that he can't even put into words what the club means to him. "It is the one thing at the end of every week that I look forward to: getting down to the lane with my fiancé, my brothers and my sister, and cheering on the Magpies," he said. When Notts County fell behind 2-0, Ryan admitted that he lost his head. "I was so angry because of the manner in which the goals were conceded, especially the second," he said. He didn't think they would be able to come back, knowing Borehamwood's defensive record. "But my God, it was the best feeling when that second goal went in," he exclaimed. Ryan described the comeback and eventual victory as massive for both the club and its fans. "A chance to get back into the EFL after the season we have had," he said. "In my opinion, we deserved to go up automatically." The roar from the fans when that second goal went in was unlike anything he had ever heard before. "It means the world to all of us," he said. Matt Wyer, another Notts County fan who used to attend every home game and around 5 or 6 away games, shared that he now attends fewer matches due to having two young children. He usually attends matches with his dad, wife, and uncle. When Notts County fell behind 2-0, Matt admitted that he thought the tie was over. "I said to a few people I know that we could not let Boreham Wood score 1, never mind 2, as I knew they’d sit back, and they have the best defence in the league," he said. "I was gutted." As Notts County started their comeback, Matt shared that he knew it was possible because he had seen them play some amazing football this year. "But when we scored the first goal, I thought due to the opposition it would only be a consolation," he said. "How wrong was I!" When the second goal went in, Matt cried. "We were 50 or so seconds away from bowing out," he said. When asked about how he celebrated Notts County's victory, Matt shared that it was all a massive blur. "I know it ended with me on the Meadow Lane pitch with everybody else who also got a bit carried away," he said. "What a win!" Looking ahead to the National League Playoff Final against Chesterfield, Matt is quietly confident. "We have already beaten them at their place under pressure, and we have come from 2 behind at home to draw 2-2," he said. “We have the ability.” The only thing that slightly worries him is that it’s a local derby in a cup competition and anything can happen. “However, who would bet against Notts after Sunday?” he asked. Check out all the latest articles on the Pride of Nottingham, including Ryan Reynolds attending the playoff final, Aden Baldwin’s reaction to the Boreham Wood win and Jodi Jones reflecting on one of his favourite moments in his career. Join in with the Pride of Nottingham match discussion ahead of the Playoff Final against Chesterfield and share your thoughts and predictions.

Wrexham’s co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney will be travelling to Wembley to support their National League rivals Notts County in the play-off final, according to the club’s captain. Last month, the two teams played a crucial match where Wrexham, funded by Hollywood, won 3-2. Former Premier League goalkeeper Ben Foster saved a penalty in injury time. Wrexham has since secured promotion and won the league title. While Wrexham players have been celebrating their victory in Las Vegas, County is preparing to face Chesterfield in the final. They hope to return to the football league after being relegated in the 2018/2019 season. Reynolds and McElhenney have praised Notts County, who finished the season with what would have been a record 107 points. Wrexham was four points ahead with 111. Wrexham’s captain Ben Tozer revealed on TalkSport that the co-owners will fly back to the UK from the United States to support Notts County. He said: "I know a few of lads who play for both teams, actually. I might be going to the game on Saturday. Fortunately or unfortunately we missed having to play those games (National League semi-finals) they sounded pretty epic. "Rob who was out there with us, he took the time to stay up to watch the games. In fact, I believe him and Ryan are flying over to watch the game on Saturday. That’s something they want to honour. We are genuinely all rooting for Notts County because of the way they pushed us this season, and we think they’re the ones who deserve it." Reynolds and McElhenney have expressed their support for Notts County quite openly. After winning promotion, Reynolds stated: "We are rooting for Notts County. We want to see them go up to League Two and face them next year. They're incredible. "I have such enormous respect for everything they've built and everything that they've done, and it's just insane for me that only one goes up automatically. "It's something Rob and I feel quite strongly about." Don't miss out on this opportunity to relive the excitement of Notts County's playoff win. Head over to the Pride of Nottingham Facebook page or website to see the Faces of PON gallery today! And don't forget to share it with your friends and get involved with the Pride of Nottingham community across social media and via our website.