Guiseley Narrowly Defeated by Warrington Rylands

Late goal decides tight Northern Premier League clash

Guiseley AFC suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat away to Warrington Rylands in the Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division on Saturday 17 January 2026. The only goal of the game came early in the match, and despite numerous chances, the Lions were unable to find an equaliser.

Match Summary

The decisive moment arrived in the eighth minute when Warrington Rylands’ Harrison Wood broke through Guiseley’s defence and calmly finished to give the home side the lead. Guiseley responded with several attempts but were unable to convert their opportunities into goals.

John Lufudu was a constant threat on the wing, making several runs, but was unable to trouble Warrington goalkeeper Luke Pilling in the opening stages. Will Longbottom had a free-kick in the 15th minute which was saved comfortably by Pilling. Lufudu’s efforts continued throughout the first half, including a shot in the 29th minute that was deflected and caught by the goalkeeper.

Other notable chances in the first half included a free-kick from Longbottom that went just over the bar and a header from Jordan Thewlis that narrowly missed. Warrington Rylands also had opportunities, with substitute Jake Burton testing Guiseley’s defence late in the half.

Second Half Action

Guiseley started the second half strongly, pressing for an equaliser and forcing Warrington Rylands to defend deeper. Matthew Regan cleared a dangerous header from a Lufudu flick in the 52nd minute, while Burton’s attempt for the home side went wide shortly after.

Ben Hardcastle came close for Guiseley in the 66th minute but his shot went wide from a tight angle. Longbottom had a one-on-one chance with Pilling in the 68th minute, but the goalkeeper saved comfortably. Substitute Bobby Moore also had an effort on goal but missed the target.

As the game progressed, Guiseley continued to apply pressure, with Jordan Thewlis volleying wide and Wood hitting the side netting late on. A late substitution involving Joao Silva and Archie Christie-Crainie almost paid off when Christie-Crainie’s shot was blocked on the line. In added time, Guiseley appealed for a penalty after a cross appeared to be handled by two defenders, but the referee did not award a penalty.

Team and Attendance

• Guiseley Starting XI: Joe Cracknell; Lucas Odunston; Ollie Brown (subbed 67′ Ed Devine); Lebrun Mbeka (captain); Calum Hudson (subbed 78′ Archie Christie-Crainie); Jake Lawlor (captain); Harrison Hopper; Jack Emmett (subbed 67′ Bobby Moore); Jordan Thewlis; Will Longbottom; John Lufudu (subbed 78′ Joao Silva)
• Substitutes: Ed Devine, Bobby Moore, Joao Silva, Archie Christie-Crainie, Derren Boyle
• Attendance: 480
• Venue: Gorsey Lane

Next Fixture

Guiseley remain in 13th place in the league following this result. Their next league match is scheduled for Saturday 24 January 2026, with a 3pm kick-off at Nethermoor against Stockton Town.