Guiseley Secure Narrow Victory Against Avro

Hard-fought 1-0 win at Vestacare Stadium

Guiseley AFC recorded a 1-0 win over Avro at the Vestacare Stadium on Saturday, 10 October 2026, following their recent away success at Ilkeston. The match was played in challenging windy conditions, which, along with frequent fouls, disrupted the flow of the game.

Team Changes and Match Overview

Guiseley made two changes to their starting line-up from the Ilkeston game, with Jordan Thewlis and Jack Emmett coming in for the injured Amir Berchil and Jay Rollins. The bench included new loan signing Noah Wadsworth and saw the return of Will Longbottom.

The Lions started strongly, applying pressure on Avro’s defence through Thewlis and Kallan Murphy. However, the first half saw limited clear chances, with the score remaining goalless at half-time. A notable moment came when a cross from Chiekh Thiam deflected and required a save from Guiseley goalkeeper Jack Hall.

Second Half and Decisive Goal

Avro began the second half with some control despite playing against the wind. Guiseley’s Murphy received a yellow card following a challenge, and goalkeeper Jack Hall made a key save to keep the scores level after a shot from Harry Salt.

Guiseley gradually regained control, with Jack Emmett and Jordan Thewlis creating opportunities. The winning goal came when Murphy flicked on a header, and after a missed clearance by Thiam, Thewlis capitalised by scoring from close range following a rebound.

Substitutions and Injury Update

• Cam Wilson was substituted early in the first half due to a shoulder injury and was taken to hospital for assessment.
• Jack Emmett was replaced by Frankie Sinfield in the latter stages of the match.
• Will Longbottom returned to action, coming on for Thewlis late in the game.

Match Details

• Date: 10 October 2026
• Venue: Vestacare Stadium
• Attendance: 348
• Final Score: Avro 0-1 Guiseley

Guiseley Starting Line-up

• 1. Jack Hall (Goalkeeper)
• 2. Lucas Odunston
• 3. Ollie Brown
• 4. Harrison Hopper
• 5. Elliot Owen
• 6. Lebrun Mbeka
• 7. Jack Emmett (substituted 78′ for Frankie Sinfield)
• 8. Charlie Staniland
• 9. Kallan Murphy
• 10. Cam Wilson (substituted 38′ for Jack Tinker)
• 11. Jordan Thewlis (substituted 84′ for Will Longbottom)

Substitutes

• 12. Paul Iggulden
• 14. Jack Tinker
• 15. Noah Wadsworth
• 16. Frankie Sinfield
• 17. Will Longbottom

Upcoming Fixture

Guiseley’s next match is scheduled for Saturday, 17 October 2026, when they will face Leiston in the Emirates FA Cup at 3:00 pm.