Darlington FC News

Brentford v Darlington

Posted at 11:17 PM GMT, Friday, 21st November 2008

Following their exit in the FA Cup Quakers will travel to Brentford looking to preserve their good league form. Whilst Darlington suffered defeat in their cup replay against Drolysden during midweek their form in Coca-Cola League Two remains excellent.

Penney denies abandonment claims

Posted at 01:07 PM GMT, Thursday, 20th November 2008

Darlington manager Dave Penney has denied claims from Droylsden boss Dave Pace that he asked for the FA Cup first round replay to be called off. Quakers lost the match 1-0 as they crashed out of the competition at the first stage.

Droylsden 1-0 Darlington

Posted at 09:51 PM GMT, Wednesday, 19th November 2008

Quakers slipped out of the FA Cup with a miserable performance against non-league Droylsden. Over the two, first round games the Conference North Stand were worthy winners with Darlington failing to muster even a goal against their opponents.

Same again says Gray ahead of cup replay

Posted at 07:30 PM GMT, Tuesday, 18th November 2008

Darlington assistant manager Martin Gray is looking for the team to take the same battling qualities and commitment into their FA Cup replay with Droylsden tonight. Quakers drew 0-0 when the team's first met.

Darlington v Droylsden

Posted at 10:39 PM GMT, Monday, 17th November 2008

Following their superb result against Lincoln City at the weekend Darlington will travel to Droylsden on a high despite missing the services of Steve Foster and Franz Burgmeier. Quakers played much of their previous game with ten men but showed plenty of grit.

Darlington 2-0 Lincoln City

Posted at 02:37 PM GMT, Sunday, 16th November 2008

It looked as if Darlington were ready to become unstuck against the Imps. Within quarter of an hour skipper Steve Foster was dismissed leaving his team-mates to play against an improving Lincoln City side with just ten men. Hard work though sealed three points.

Darlington v Lincoln City

Posted at 11:11 PM GMT, Friday, 14th November 2008

Following a frustrating draw with Droylsden in the FA Cup last weekend Quakers return to league action hoping for better. The leaders welcome a Lincoln City side who enjoyed an excellent October but also suffered a disappointing result in the Cup.

The rough guide to Lincoln City

Posted at 08:54 PM GMT, Thursday, 13th November 2008

As Darlington prepare to take on Lincoln City this weekend we take our usual look at the visitors to the Arena. This time it is the turn of Peter Jackson's team.

Ravenhill plays down top of the table talk

Posted at 10:14 PM GMT, Wednesday, 12th November 2008

Darlington midfielder Ricky Ravenhill is playing down the fact that Quakers are top of the league. Darlington hit the submit of the division thanks to a terrific run of form.

Darlington 0-0 Droylsden

Posted at 10:33 PM GMT, Sunday, 9th November 2008

Darlington and Droylsden will go again after Quakers were held to a goalless draw against the Conference North outfit. Dave Penney's side encountered a stubborn opponent which they failed to break down.

Darlington or Droylsen to face Chesterfield

Posted at 06:17 PM GMT, Sunday, 9th November 2008

Darlington or Droylsden will face Chesterfield in the second round of the FA Cup. Quakers were held to a goalless draw by Droylsden in the first round and will need a replay.

Quakers face Rotherham in JPT

Posted at 10:54 PM GMT, Saturday, 8th November 2008

Darlington will make another journey to the Don Valley Stadium as Quakers were paired against Rotherham United in the Northern Semi-finals of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.

The rough guide to Droylsden

Posted at 08:00 PM GMT, Friday, 7th November 2008

We take our usual look before each home game at Darlington's opponents. This week it is the turn of Droylsden who make the journey to the Darlington Arena for the FA Cup first round.

Penney wielding the axe?

Posted at 08:15 PM GMT, Thursday, 6th November 2008

Darlington manager Dave Penney could make changes to his side. Whilst Quakers are currently hindered by the transfer window the Darlington boss can still use the loan market if he wishes until the window reopens in January.

Proudlock joins Grimsby Town on loan

Posted at 07:08 PM GMT, Thursday, 6th November 2008

Darlington forward Adam Proudlock has joined Grimsby Town on loan until the start of January. He becomes Grimsby manager Mike Newell's first signing since arriving at the club.

Darlington 1-0 Bury

Posted at 08:51 PM GMT, Wednesday, 5th November 2008

Alan White's fourth goal of the season pushed Darlington through to the Northern Semi-finals of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy and continued the club's rich vain of form. Four wins in a row had moved Darlington to the summit of League Two and by the end of the evening Dave Penney's men had made it five straight wins from five.

Darlington live on Sky Sports again

Posted at 07:44 PM GMT, Wednesday, 5th November 2008

Darlington's clash with Bradford City at Valley Parade is set to be shown on Sky Sports. The Bantams met the Quakers during October for a league match which saw Darlington emerge with a 2-1 win.

Clayton Fortune joins Rushden on loan

Posted at 07:23 PM GMT, Wednesday, 5th November 2008

Darlington defender Clayton Fortune has joined Conference side Rushden & Diamonds on loan. The former Bristol City player joined Darlington during the summer after being released by Leyton Orient and made his debut in the 1-1 draw with Exeter City on the opening afternoon of the season.

Darlington v Bury

Posted at 08:47 PM GMT, Monday, 3rd November 2008

Darlington take on Bury tomorrow night as both sides try to secure a place in the Northern Semi-finals of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy. Quakers last made that stage of the competition in November 2006 when a Martin Smith stunner sealed their passage against Mansfield Town.

Grimsby Town 1-2 Darlington

Posted at 04:58 PM GMT, Sunday, 2nd November 2008

Darlington moved to the top of the table as Grimsby Town were left searching for their first win of the season. Two early goals put Quakers into the driving seat. The home side rallied after the break and made a fight of the proceedings but Darlington were not to be denied.