📝 Match Preview: North Shields vs Newcastle Benfield
Northern League Division One
📅 Tuesday 6th August 2025
🕢 Kick-off: 7:30 PM
📍 Daren Persson Stadium, North Shields
Under the lights at the Daren Persson Stadium, North Shields return to league action as they welcome Newcastle Benfield for a rescheduled Northern League Division One fixture. It’s another all-North East clash, and both sides will be eager to return to winning ways after early FA Cup exits.
🔴 The Robins So Far
North Shields remain unbeaten in the league, with four points from two games:
✅ North Shields 3–1 Whickham – Two penalties from Lee Mason and a goal from Jordan Lashley. ➖ Thornaby 1–1 North Shields – Regan Paterson opened the scoring before a late equaliser denied all three points. ❌ FA Cup: Shields were knocked out 2-0 at home by Newcastle Blue Star on Saturday.
🦁 The Lions So Far – Newcastle Benfield
Benfield’s campaign has been mixed:
✅ Kendal Town 1–3 Benfield – A strong start with goals from Kyle Fryatt (2) and Joe Ames. ❌ Benfield 1–2 West Auckland – Defeat despite a goal from James Wilson. ❌ FA Cup: Narrow 3-2 loss to Pontefract Collieries, with goals from Fryatt and Andre Bennett.
⚔️ Head-to-Head: Recent Meetings
8th March 2025: North Shields 2–2 Newcastle Benfield – A thrilling draw at the Daren Persson Stadium. 27th September 2024: Newcastle Benfield 0–4 North Shields – A dominant away win for the Robins, with goals from: Tom Howard (24’ own goal) Ryan Carr (32’) Jamie Holmes (47’) Dean Holmes (78’)
📍 Match Info
Location: Daren Persson Stadium, Ralph Gardner Park, North Shields, NE29 0SS Kick-off: 7:30 PM Gates Open: 6:30 PM Admission: Adults: £8 Concessions (Seniors): £5 All Children: £2 Pay on the gate – cash & card accepted ♿ Carer Policy: Free entry for carers – email info@northshieldsfc.co.uk to arrange in advance.
🚉 Getting Here
Metro: Just a 10-minute walk from Meadow Well or North Shields stations Parking: Limited at the ground; free street parking available on West Percy Road
🍻 Before the Match
🕛 The Robins Nest clubhouse will be open from 6:00 PM — serving drinks and pre-match atmosphere.
🛍️ Matchday Extras
📖 Programme: £3 🧣 Merchandise: Scarves, hats & pin badges available at the ground and online
🔔 Let’s Keep the League Momentum Going
Join us under the lights as we look to extend our unbeaten league run. It’s a big night in North Shields — bring your voice, bring your colours, and back the Robins!
Come on you Robins! 🔴⚪
