Upper Haugh FC

09/09/2026

⚽ Upper Haugh FC – All-Time Stats

As we head into our first competitive season, here’s a look at the numbers from the first chapter of Upper Haugh FC.

The club is now just 15 games old, having been formed earlier this year. In that short time we’ve gone from a brand-new group finding our feet to a side capable of competing with - and beating -established teams from higher divisions.

📊 Played 15 | Won 9 | Lost 6
⚽ 65 goals scored | 49 conceded | +16 GD
🔥 60% win rate
⚽ 4.33 goals scored per game

The progress has been massive. From losing 14-0 in only our second-ever game, to beating sides from higher divisions and finishing pre-season with a narrow 3-2 defeat against top-division Beerhouse.

But the biggest achievement so far is what we've built. A top committee behind the scenes and a talented, committed squad that enjoys playing together and has continued to improve with every game.

Friendlies and grading are finished.

Now our first competitive season begins. Up the Haugh! 💙⚽

08/09/2026

⚽ FULL-TIME RESULT ⚽

Upper Haugh FC 2–3 Beerhouse

Tonight was a massive indication of just how far we have come as a football team since establishing the club earlier this year.

In our second grading friendly, we lost 14–0 against a Division One side who finished below Beerhouse last season. Tonight, we went toe-to-toe with a team who finished fourth in the top division.

We started the first half brightly, with Sam Thompson’s cross-shot deceiving everybody before dropping in at the back post to give us the lead.

Haugh continued to make good decisions, played in the right areas and worked consistently hard across the pitch. However, we conceded a sloppy goal shortly before the break and went into half-time level at 1–1.

Both teams continued to work hard and created some decent chances after the restart. Beerhouse took the lead through a set piece before adding a third. Haugh kept battling until the end, with Tommy Hyde pulling one back just before the final whistle.

This brings an end to what has been a very positive pre-season. Everyone at the club is now looking forward to our first competitive fixture on 19 September, away against Yorkshire Main Veterans in the County Cup.

We would like to thank Beerhouse for coming back to our clubhouse for drinks after the game and wish them all the best for the upcoming season.

⭐ Man of the Match - Callum Plummer

Tonight’s stand-in skipper worked tirelessly, showed real quality on the ball and led by example from the very first whistle.

Goals

1x Thompson
1x Hyde

Assists

1x Hyde

04/09/2026

01/09/2026

⚽ FULL TIME | UPPER HAUGH FC 8–2 THORNCLIFFE VETERANS

A strong performance from Haugh this evening as we ran out 8–2 winners against Thorncliffe Veterans.

Haugh started brightly and created a number of early chances. The highlight of the first half was undoubtedly Gav Wills’ stunning 40-yard volley, following a clearance from the Thorncliffe goalkeeper.

Sam Thompson caused constant problems down the flank, taking on their full-back time after time, while Lewis Severn helped himself to two well-taken goals.

We headed into half-time 4–0 up, a lead that certainly didn’t flatter us. We also had two tight goals ruled out for offside, an effort cleared off the line and another come back off the woodwork.

Haugh started the second half a little slower, with perhaps a bit of complacency creeping in, before finishing strongly and adding another four goals towards the latter stages of the game.

Credit to Thorncliffe, who kept going and scored two well-taken consolation goals.

The standard of the pitch made it difficult for either side to get the ball down and play, while our opponents were physical throughout and certainly didn’t make things easy for us.

Another good workout and plenty of positives. Haugh worked hard and are looking in good shape heading into the new season, which begins away to Yorkshire Main Veterans in the County Cup. ⚽🏆

⭐ MAN OF THE MATCH – TOM BURNS

At just 17 years old, Tom put in an excellent performance at left-back. Solid throughout, made great decisions on the ball and never stopped working for the team. 👏

⚽ GOALS
2x Severn
2x Hyde
1x Thompson
1x Ransford
1x Wills
1x Keeton

🎯 ASSISTS
1x Reeve
1x Wills
1x Hyde
1x Thompson
1x Severn
1x Ransford

FT: Upper Haugh FC 8–2 Thorncliffe Veterans

20/08/2026

FULL TIME | Upper Haugh 2–4 Monkwood FC
Another 90 minutes under the belt in pre-season, this time against local Championship side Monkwood FC.

Upper Haugh were down to the bare bones with a few lads missing and some late drop-outs, but we managed to scrap a team together and started the game brilliantly.

From the off, we played some great football and looked comfortable on the ball. Five minutes in, Monkwood’s centre midfielder was sin-binned for calling the referee a “sausage” 😂, which opened the game up for Haugh.

The first goal came after some lovely football. Callum Plumber picked the ball up around the half way point and played a fantastic 25 yard ball out wide. Liam Reeves then delivered a great cross, which Connor Sanderson calmly converted to make it 1–0.

Just five minutes later, Haugh doubled their lead. Liam Reeves picked up the ball and produced a fantastic strike that beat the keeper to make it 2–0.

Both teams continued to play some great football, but two minutes before half-time Monkwood got themselves back into the game after our defence switched off and allowed them to score.

We knew Monkwood would come out fast in the second half, but once again Haugh were probably the better side. We hit the bar, hit the post and were also denied what looked like a clear penalty.

However, with limited options on the bench, tired legs eventually started to show and Monkwood began to take control.

Two penalties were conceded, one of which was a little dubious 👀, before a late strike completed the comeback and gave Monkwood a 4–2 win.

A great game of football and another valuable 90 minutes in the legs for the lads. Plenty of positives to take from the performance, especially considering the lack of numbers available.

Big thanks to Monkwood FC for the game, and all the best for the season! 👏⚽

🏆 MAN OF THE MATCH

Charlie Gibson — outstanding again at left-back! 🔥

Even though he keeps telling us he’s a midfielder… 😂

05/08/2026

FULL TIME | Upper Haugh FC 8–1 Yorkshire Wanderers

Upper Haugh welcomed divisional rivals Yorkshire Wanderers for our fourth pre-season fixture, and it proved to be another positive evening as preparations continue for the new season.

We started the game brightly, moving the ball well, maintaining possession and working hard to win it back whenever we lost it. The lads were rewarded with a dominant first-half display and went into the break with a deserved 4-0 lead.

The second half began a little slower, and for the opening 15 minutes Yorkshire Wanderers grew into the game, pulling a goal back with a well-taken free kick. Credit to them for their response—they continued to work hard and never stopped competing.

We regained our rhythm as the half went on and finished strongly, scoring three goals in the final five minutes to complete an 8-1 victory.

A big thank you to Yorkshire Wanderers for the game. A great group of lads who worked hard throughout the full 90 minutes, and we wish them all the very best for the upcoming season.

⚽ Goals

Charlie Outram ×3
Tommy Hyde ×2
Chris Outram
Charley Gibson
Ayden Dawson

🅰️ Assists

Tommy Hyde ×3
Ayden Dawson ×2
Marcus Campbell
Leo Irwin

🏆 Man of the Match – Charley Gibson

A superb all-round performance from Charley. Calm and composed in possession, he rarely gave the ball away, defended excellently down the left-hand side and capped off his display with a well-deserved goal. A Rolls-Royce performance.

29/07/2026

Upper Haugh FC 2-1 Beighton Phoenix FC

Another excellent test for the lads on a humid evening at Pope Pius School, where the hard, bobbly surface made it difficult for either side to get the ball down and play.

The first half was a closely contested affair with very little between the two teams. Both sides defended well and chances were limited. Unfortunately, Beighton took the lead after a deflected effort struck the post and fell kindly for their forward to tap home.

Despite going into the break 1-0 down, there were plenty of positives to take from the opening 45 minutes.

We started the second half brightly and immediately looked after the ball much better, moving it with greater purpose and confidence.

The equaliser came courtesy of a superb long pass from Connor Sanderson, which was brilliantly controlled over his shoulder by Tommy Hyde before he calmly lifted the ball over the advancing goalkeeper.

Just a few minutes later, The Haugh completed the turnaround. A well-worked move down the right saw Gav Wills find Sam Thompson, whose dangerous cross deceived everyone in the box before nestling inside the far post to make it 2-1.

There were opportunities to extend the lead, but both teams continued to work tirelessly until the final whistle.

A huge thank you to Beighton Phoenix FC for another fantastic pre-season fixture. Playing against a side from Division Two provides exactly the type of challenge we need, and, as always, they were a top set of lads. It was great to see them back at the cricket club for a beer after the game. We wish you all the very best for the season ahead! 👏🍻

⚽ Goals:
Tommy Hyde ⚽
Sam Thompson ⚽

🎯 Assists:
Connor Sanderson 🎯
Gav Wills 🎯

⭐ Man of the Match: Ryan McVeigh

Ryan put in a superb performance in the centre of midfield, working tirelessly throughout the game on a hot evening. He constantly broke up play, kept possession ticking over with simple, intelligent passes and set the standard with his work rate from first whistle to last.

28/07/2026

New kit 🔥

28/07/2026

This weekend, our first-ever club captain, Craig Jackson, unfortunately suffered a serious knee injury whilst representing Upper Haugh Cricket Club.

Everyone at Upper Haugh FC would like to send our very best wishes to Craig and hope he makes a full and speedy recovery. Your commitment and dedication to the club have been there from day one, and we know you'll tackle your rehabilitation with the same determination.

Get well soon, Craig! 👏⚽🏏

28/07/2026

Tonights pre season friendly action ⚽