The opposition: Newcastle Blue Star
Nickname: The Star
Twitter: @nbsfc2018
Saturday sees the start of the journey for 442 step 5 non-league clubs in this year’s FA Cup, the journey for the Robins starts with the visit of a familiar face in these parts in Marc Nash and his Newcastle Blue Star side to the Daren Persson Stadium.
As the oldest domestic football competition in the world, it is a competition that all clubs want to do well in and progress as far as possible as the rewards become more lucrative and the dreams of facing off against a big club can become a reality.
The early stages of the competition drawn on a regional basis, it was inevitable that it would be draw in involving Northern League opposition but not necessarily in the form of Newcastle Blue Star, the sides linked through the fact that both managerial teams have managed both teams in recent times and a number of players from both squads have represented both clubs in recent times.
Marc Nash’s side come into the tie on the back of a midweek 1-0 win over Easington Colliery, former Robin Connor Oliver with the goal.
Brian Smith’s side were also involved in midweek action, having to settle for a point, in a 1-1 draw with Birtley Town, Kyle Downey giving the Robins the lead in the 68th minute before the visitor’s drew level from the penalty spot in the 81st minute.
A good game is in store and we hope that you can join us to cheer on the lads. If you are not able to join us at the Daren Persson Stadium, live updates of all the action can be followed on our social media channels @northshieldsfc.
Form Guide
North Shields D D
Blue Star W L
Admission (Cash and Card Payments Accepted)
Adults £7
Concessions £5
Under 16’s Accompanied FREE \ Unaccompanied £1
Matchday Programme £2.50
How to find us
Whether you’re a North Shields fan or you’re following another team to Tyneside, you can look forward to a warm North East welcome at The Daren Persson Stadium.
In this visitor guide, you’ll find all the important information you need before your arrival.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
By Car
The postcode of the stadium is NE29 0SS. Some limited parking spaces can be found at the stadium and there is plenty and free street parking on West Percy Road adjacent to the stadium.
By the Tyne & Wear Metro
Tyneside is well served by a light rail system known as the Tyne & Wear Metro. North Shields is easily accessible from Newcastle City Centre from Monument station where trains to the Coast go via North Shields. The Daren Persson Stadium is served by two stops, Meadow Well (5 minutes’ walk) or North Shields (10 minutes’ walk).
By Bus
The 306 & 307 bus service from Newcastle City Centre (Haymarket Bus Station) to Tynemouth runs within close proximity to the stadium. The stadium is located off Waterville Road (East).
