Derek Goulding

@Mr78Christopher @SanandBilly Great words Chris 👏👏👏⚽️⚽️🏆 Great achievement enjoy your summer and treasure the memories

You know, I was there in Istanbul, I was there in Madrid. I was in Qatar, I was there last season at the trophy lift and when it was won. I was even there when it was lifted during Covid. I’ve pretty much seen Liverpool lift the lot. But yesterday was something else. I didn’t cry at Charlottes Web or Watership Down, but tears were shed yesterday. And that’s the thing that non-league can do. It can give you times that mean just as much, if not more, than your ‘big’ team winning a trophy. It gives you a true connection and sense of belonging that you don’t get anymore. If you’ve never been bothered by non-league then honestly, try it. If you’re a normal human being and you feel that disconnect with football, go to your local club. See it for what it is. You will make memories that’ll last a lifetime.

@radcliffeboro Rest in peace Roy condolences to his family and friends 🙏

Radcliffe FC are saddened to learn of the recent passing of Roy Davies. Roy served as our physio under Kevin Glendon whilst achieving several promotions, and was often known as ‘sponge man extraordinaire.’ Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this time. #WeAreRadcliffe #UTB

@AFCLiverpool @WD_CFC Well done Staffo and all the team great result great end to the season 👏👏👏⚽️⚽️⚽️🏆

WE’RE MACRON CUP CHAMPIONS!!!!! Full Time at Accrington!!! AFC Liverpool 3-1 @WD_CFC YESSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!

@OfficialSGFC @NonLeagueBlogs Well done lads great season for you 👏👏👏⚽️

The morning after the night before… ✅Highest ever league finish 🏆Playoff winners 📈Promotion to step 5 After a truly remarkable season it’s time to celebrate with few days in the sun. And celebrate we will. WE ARE GOING UP!!🍻☀️ Next stop ➡️ Albufeira ✈️ 🇵🇹 #upthegeorgians

@stevewilkes1 Best wishes Wilksy 👍⚽️⚽️

So, after 29 years in football management, 1,330 matches, and countless hours of recruitment calls, scouting missions and preparation, I’ve decided that now is the right time to step back from the game and announce my retirement. Football has given me so much — moments, friendships, challenges and memories that will stay with me for life. Football is, and always will be, in my DNA. I would like to thank the six clubs I’ve had the privilege to manage — Darwen, Padiham, Runcorn Linnets, Ashton Athletic, Northwich Victoria, and finallyRamsbottom United — for placing their trust in me to lead their football clubs. To each and every player I’ve worked with, thank you. The relationship between a player and a manager is a special one, and the dressing room is our place. I hope that over the past 29 years my team talks have helped you develop as players — and maybe made you smile along the way. To all the coaches who have put up with me over the years, I simply couldn’t have done this without you. However, the time feels right to shift priorities and spend more quality time with my family — especially my grandchildren, Freddie, William and Emmie. To the fans of every club I’ve managed — thank you most of all. Your relentless support, home and away, through every high and every difficult moment, has never gone unnoticed. You are what makes a football club special, and I will always be grateful for the backing you’ve given me and every team I’ve led. To all the managers out there, I take my hat off to you. The job gets harder every year. I was once told: never get too high after a win and never too low after a defeat. That advice is so true — although much harder to follow after a defeat. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Ramsbottom United.  First and foremost, my thanks go to my management team — especially Rob. Your loyalty, support and tireless work over this past year have meant everything to me. Your sessions are second to none, and I have no doubt that you have a great future ahead of you as a manager. My thanks also go to Lewis Hindley, who is far more than just a goalkeeper coach, and to Tony Dunn, one of the best physios I’ve worked with. I’m hugely grateful for the backing of Phil Rose and Tony Cunningham, and for the ongoing support of the committee, including Harry, whose trust and belief were so important from day one. Phil brought me to the club with a three‑year plan — unfortunately, we didn’t quite see it through. Leading Ramsbottom United has been an honour. Special people really do achieve great things, and the commitment, honesty and togetherness shown every day created memories I will carry with me forever. It has been a genuine privilege to lead this group. I leave Ramsbottom United with nothing but fond memories and huge respect. I wish the club every success for the future — it’s a special place with real heart, and I’m proud to have been part of its journey. Finally, I want to thank my family — my children Louis,Zack and Olivia, and my wife Ali. Without your backing, love and support through both good times and bad, none of the last 29 years would have been possible. You are the people who pick me up on a Saturday night, and I love you all so much. Thank you all. — Steve Wilkes

@mickybeamon @owenbeamon_ Happy 21st Owen 👍🍻⚽️⚽️

Massive happy 21st birthday to our son @owenbeamon_ your an amazing man, growing up way to fast m, one of my best mates and have a heart of gold. Carnt wait to celebrate tonight I love you and appreciate you more than youll ever know happy birthday mate ❤️ 💝 💴 🥤 🍺 🕺 🪩

@CalvinHare2 Keep going Cal the best days mate ⚽️⚽️⚽️

End of another season, disappointing last few weeks but more importantly, memories added with the family. 🧤⚽️❤️

@chriswisey A wonderful man had time for everyone 🙏 RIP

The sun is shining on what should have been Alan McLoughlin’s 59th birthday today. It’s five years next month since he passed away, which is quite hard to believe. I still think about you a lot, ‘pal’.

Another season over and after four great seasons at Sandbach working with and alongside some great people it’s time for a change. Anyone needing someone to come in and help them out next season get in touch! “A” licensed coach plenty of experience 😂 life left in me yet 💪🏻⚽️⚽️🏃

@BangorCity_1876 Well done Johnno and everyone at Bangor city 💙⚽️⚽️⚽️

𝐀 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝... | #FT Captain Tom Clarke fired us in front on the 68th minute, following a battling performance in difficult conditions... But, most importantly - that goal, and this win secures us more than just three points today... It sealed the Ardal North West League title for 2025/26. We Are Champions 💙 NFA 0 - 1 BAN | #WEAREBANGOR

@DarrenMoey Well done Runcorn fantastic season congratulations to two ex players Ive worked with Kieran Alley and Mark Holdridge enjoy the celebrations lads top fellas 👍⚽️⚽️🍻

Not bad for a small team from Weston

@frankiejhughes Sad news RIP Bryn a true gentleman condolences to his friends and family

Very sad news. Bryn played an integral role in the club's history and will be greatly missed. He was also a true gentleman. R.I.P. Bryn.

@calvin_wade @Skemutdofficial @sloughtownfc Really enjoyed my time with your Dad And do remember the catch up when I was manager at burscough Upmost respect for him Best wishes Calvin 🙏

@GouldingDerek @Skemutdofficial @sloughtownfc Thanks Derek. Remember you from Dad's Everton days, your subsequent career and him catching up with you when you managed Burscough. Appreciate the kind words.

My Dad died in February. Found this photo of his equalising header for @Skemutdofficial v @sloughtownfc in the 1967 FA Amateur Cup Quarter Final. Skem went to Wembley that year but lost after a replay.

@Crossways23 Yes played in the same team as Cav and Ivan That was some group of players at Alty at that time ⚽️⚽️

@GouldingDerek didnt realise you'd played with John Cavanagh & Ivan Crossley.. Hope you are well Spreader 👍

@Joe_Culshaw @TNSAcademy @tnsfc @KieranLeeBirch1 @IanTNSFC All the best Cully Well done mate enjoy your footy 👍⚽️⚽️⚽️

Excited to share that I’m going to be starting a new full-time role as Youth Development Phase Academy Coach (Boys) & Girls Academi Coach at @TNSAcademy @tnsfc Grateful to @KieranLeeBirch1 & @IanTNSFC for the opportunity. Looking forward to the next chapter 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼

@joshsolomond Best wishes for a speedy recovery

Unfortunate but I guess these things happen in football. I’ll be back stronger than ever 🙏🏾

@vmfc_ Great keeper 👏👏👏⚽️⚽️

Appreciate post for our Number 1! 💪🧤 #COYM

@Pilkingtonfc @HDenton21 Best wishes for a speedy recovery 🙏

Here is an update on the incident with John Osifo from yesterday's game.

@stevewilkes1 Very true 👏👏⚽️⚽️⚽️

When you lose a game of football and get told how to do your job from all quarters, then come home to your beautiful granddaughter, it puts things into perspective #Emmie