Guiseley Academy Maintain Unbeaten Run with Fylde Victory

Academy side climb to fourth in National League U-19 Alliance North

Guiseley AFC’s Academy team extended their unbeaten streak to four games in the National League U-19 Alliance North with a 3-2 home win against AFC Fylde. The victory moves Guiseley into fourth place in the league table.

Match Summary

The match, played at Nethermoor, was closely contested with both sides showing attacking intent. Guiseley took the lead in the seventh minute through Emre Can, who capitalised on a rebound off the post following a cross from Zac Rushworth.

Fylde responded to level the score after a defensive clearance was intercepted, allowing a Fylde player to score from close range. They then took the lead with their No 9 finishing into the bottom corner after some defensive lapses from Guiseley.

Despite some strong attacking efforts, including a powerful shot from left-back Robbie Murray that hit the bar, Guiseley went into half-time trailing 2-1.

Early in the second half, Guiseley equalised when Emre Can scored his second goal of the match in the 48th minute. Both teams continued to create chances, with Guiseley goalkeeper Spencer Booth making several important saves.

The winning goal came in the 76th minute from Zac Rushworth, who struck a well-placed shot to secure the three points for Guiseley. The game remained competitive until the final whistle, with substitutions made by both sides to maintain intensity.

Recent Form and League Standing

• Guiseley’s recent results include wins against FC Halifax Town (4-2) and York City (4-3), as well as a 1-1 draw at Hartlepool.
• Following this latest win, Guiseley have 30 points from 16 games.
• They sit just behind leaders Gateshead (41 points from 18 games), second-placed Chester (31 points from 14 games), and third-placed FC Halifax Town (31 points from 16 games).

Other Competitions

In addition to their league campaign, Guiseley Academy have progressed to the Wharfedale FA Open Age Challenge Cup final. They reached the final by defeating three men’s teams, including a 4-2 semi-final victory over Horsforth St Margaret’s.

Team Line-up vs AFC Fylde

• Spencer Booth (goalkeeper)
• Lucas Alexander
• Lawrence Ford
• Ronny Skelton
• Robbie Murray (substituted by Will Buttle, 78 minutes)
• Emre Can (substituted by Mo Mouemi, 89 minutes)
• Ibrahim Origbaajo
• Dan Fotherby
• Wil Temple (substituted by Dan Brookes, 65 minutes)
• Zac Rushworth
• Derren Boyle

Upcoming Fixtures

Guiseley Academy’s next match is scheduled for 4 April 2026 at 3:00 pm against Hyde United in the Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division.