Guiseley Prepare to Host Ashton United in Northern Premier League Clash

November 20, 2025 Off By

Guiseley seek to build on recent victory against Workington

Guiseley AFC will face Ashton United at Nethermoor this Saturday, aiming to extend their recent positive run in the Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division. The Lions secured their first league win since September with a 1-0 victory over Workington on Tuesday night and will be looking to maintain momentum against a challenging Ashton United side.

Team News and Squad Updates

Manager Ian Richards expressed satisfaction with the recent win, highlighting the team’s strong performance and unity on a difficult playing surface. Richards praised the players’ efforts and the support from travelling fans during the midweek fixture.

In terms of squad changes, Guiseley have brought in Calum Hudson on loan from Scarborough Athletic. Hudson, who has impressed during a loan spell at Tadcaster Albion, was named on the bench for the recent match. His arrival is partly due to an injury to veteran defender Jake Lawlor, who is unlikely to be fit for Saturday’s game.

Additionally, George Goodman’s loan from Bradford City has been extended for another month, providing further options at centre-back. Jamie Spencer, along with loanees Sam Aston and Leo Farrell, are hoping to return to the squad after missing the last game. John Lufudu is also available again following a suspension.

Opposition Overview: Ashton United

Ashton United enter the match aiming to improve on their previous season’s performance, when they reached the play-offs but were eliminated by eventual winners Worksop Town. Currently, they sit just outside the play-off places, nine points behind the league leaders.

The Robins have experienced mixed form recently, winning four and losing four of their last ten league matches. Their latest league success came with a 3-2 comeback win against Morpeth Town, followed by a 2-1 victory over Chadderton in the Manchester Premier Cup.

Key players for Ashton United include goalkeeper Jordan Eastham, captain Luke Burke, full backs Josh Doherty and Sean Newton, and midfielders Mikey O’Neill, Luca Navarro, and Alex Byrne. Forward Enock Lusiama leads the team’s scoring charts with five goals. Other notable squad members include Darius Osei and former Guiseley player Tom Denton. The team is managed by Steve Cunningham, who has been in charge since January 2023.

Previous Meetings

The last meeting between the two clubs was in March, with Guiseley winning 1-0 thanks to a goal from Jake Lawlor.
In the previous season, Guiseley secured a 4-2 away victory at Ashton United, with Will Longbottom scoring twice.
Ashton United have not won against Guiseley in the last five encounters, their most recent win being a 1-0 result in September 2023.

Matchday Information

The game kicks off at 3:00pm on Saturday, 22 November 2025, at Nethermoor.

Tickets will be available on the day at the turnstiles, priced as follows:

Adults: £13
Concessions (Over 66s, Students, Registered Disabled): £9
11-18 Year-Olds: £5
Accompanied Under-11s: £1

Payments can be made by cash at all turnstiles and by card at turnstiles 1, 2, and 5. ‘The Lions’ magazine will be on sale for £3 near each turnstile and at the Club Shop, with cash payments only inside the ground for magazines and the 50/50 cash draw tickets. Food and drink from The Lions’ Diner accept both cash and card, while the clubhouse prefers card payments.