Guiseley to Host Bamber Bridge in Key Northern Premier League Clash

Unbeaten Home Run at Stake as Teams Meet in Rearranged Fixture

Guiseley AFC will face Bamber Bridge in a rescheduled Northern Premier League Premier Division match on Tuesday evening at Nethermoor. The fixture, originally postponed in January, presents a crucial opportunity for both sides as they aim to maintain strong league positions and continue their recent good form.

Guiseley’s Recent Form and Team News

Guiseley’s manager Ian Richards expressed satisfaction with the team’s defensive performance in their recent 1-0 victory at Morpeth. Richards highlighted the structural discipline of the side and praised goalkeeper Joe Cracknell for his contributions. The manager also noted the importance of recovery ahead of the upcoming match and confirmed that preparations are underway to extend the club’s unbeaten home run, which remains intact since Richards took charge.

New signings Kyle White and Lewis Gould made their first appearances from the bench at Morpeth and are expected to contend for starting positions against Bamber Bridge. Additionally, Archie Christie-Crainie’s loan from Sheffield United has been extended by another month. However, Guiseley will be without Amir Berchil, Jamie Spencer, Will Longbottom, and George Goodman due to injury or other reasons.

Former interim manager and full-back Liam Ridehalgh has left the club by mutual consent. The club has wished him well in his recovery from injury and future career endeavours.

Bamber Bridge’s Form and Key Players

Bamber Bridge arrive at Nethermoor on the back of four consecutive away wins following a home defeat to Warrington. The team currently sits sixth in the league table, three points behind fifth-placed Warrington Rylands but with two games in hand, making this fixture significant for their play-off ambitions.

The club’s top scorer, Ewan Bange, has netted 13 league goals this season. Bange scored against Guiseley in their opening day 2-0 victory. Other notable players include Chris Churchman, who also scored in that match, and Nathaniel Knight-Percival, a centre-back with extensive experience in the English Football League. Former Lions loanee Kofi Moore is among the attacking options, alongside Olly Molloy and Jamie Allen.

Head-to-Head Record

• The two sides have met 12 times since 2004.
• Guiseley has won five matches, while Bamber Bridge has won seven.
• No draws have been recorded between the teams.
• Guiseley won the last meeting at Nethermoor 3-1 on New Year’s Day 2025.
• Bamber Bridge won the opening day fixture of the current season 2-0 at home.

Matchday Information

• Date and time: Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 7:45 pm kick-off.
• Location: Nethermoor, Guiseley AFC’s home ground.
• Ticket prices:
  • Adults: £13
  • Concessions (Over 66s, Students, Registered Disabled): £9
  • 11-18 Year-Olds: £5
  • Accompanied Under-11s: £1
• Payment options include cash at all turnstiles and card payments at selected turnstiles.
• Live audio commentary will be available via the Mixlr app and online at guiseleyradio.mixlr.com from approximately 7:35 pm.