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Monday 15th June 2026  The transfer window opens today and closes on 1 September at 2300.
On This Day: 1995: After 83 appearances in green, Marc Edworthy moved to Crystal Palace, winning promotion to the Premiership with them two years later. Signed up as a youth trainee in 1991, the Barnstaple-born defender became a Home Park favourite after some top quality performances in the 94-95 season, when it was obvious that he was destined for the top flight. 2005: Two arrivals on one day; Bojan Djordjic signed from Glasgow Rangers and Anthony Barness from Bolton Wanderers. 2010: Rory Fallon became the first Argyle player to appear in the World Cup Finals, helping New Zealand draw 1-1 with Slovakia in Rustenburg, South Africa. 14th On This Day: 1999: Simon Collins moved to Macclesfield after 87 appearances (5 goals) in his 2 years at Home Park. 2004: Scottish international Steve Crawford signed from Dunfermline. He returned 6 months later for personal reasons. 2006: After much speculation and some acrimony, manager Tony Pulis handed in his resignation to re-take the helm at Stoke City. 13th Tom Cleverley was appointed Argyle Men's Head Coach one year ago today. Congratulations to veteran Argyle fan Edmund (Edbanger) Shillabeer who has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the King's Birthday Honours for his many exploits for charity. On This Day: 1905: Jack Vidler was born in Portsmouth. One of only a handful of Argyle players to be signed from Armed Services football, Vidler's transfer fee was effectively his Army release. He went on to play 10 seasons for Argyle and score over 100 goals (one of only six to have ever done so) before his career ended at the outbreak of the Second World War. 12th An extension to the Oncology Centre at Derriford Hospital in memory of Gordon Sparks was opened by Kevin Nancekivell and by Gordon's widow, Heather. 11th Congratulations and good luck to three former Argyle players who are involved in the World Cup - Ben Waine for New Zealand; Jerome Opuku for Ghana, and Nikola Katic for Bosnia-Herzegovina. 6th England Seniors once again won the Seniors World Cup - the 18th version - this time by beating France 4-0 in the final in Thailand. The Greens were represented by four former players - Barry Hayles, who opened the scoring, Karl Duguid who netted the fourth, David Norris and Luke McCormick, who kept yet another clean sheet. 4th Argyle are said to be interested in Bristol Rovers and Sierra Leonean international Kamil Conteh. Apparently, an initial bid has been rejected but the Greens are expected to up their offer. Congratulations to Owen Dale and his partner, Jessica, on the birth of their daughter, Etta Lucia, at Derriford Hospital. 3rd Goalkeeper, Conor Hazard, has signed for League One rivals, Wycombe Wanderers and will join them after his contract with Argyle expires on 30 June. Argyle have made their first signing of the 2026-27 season with defender, Alex Hartridge, joining as a free agent from Burton Albion on a two-year contract. Alex has previously played for three 'local' sides - Truro City, Torquay United and Exeter City. Argyle are apparently interested in signing QPR goalkeeper, Murphy Cooper. England Veterans, including David Norris, scored a decisive 3-0 victory against the USA in the Seniors World Cup, topping their group and moving onto the semi-finals on Friday. 2nd PASALB (the Argyle Supporters London Branch) issued a critical statement about the treatment of the Women's team and its response to fans' disquiet, calling for the Club to issue a full apology. Former Argyle stars, Karl Duguid and Luke McCormick were in action as England Seniors beat Taiwan 4-1 in the Seniors World Cup to go top of their group. 1st News about the email sent to the Women's team reached the national press and broadcasters, including the BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c0r2lgv0ny2o In response to this negative publicity and to the growing outcry among Argyle fans, the Club eventually issued a statement which acknowledged errors in communication but stopped short of an apology: https://www.pafc.co.uk/news/club-statement-argyle-women However, this did little to mollify the unease, as it appeared to be shifting responsibility onto the departed Head Coach, Marie Hourihan. The reasons behind the decision and the position of CEO, Paul Berne, were questioned. The Argyle Fans' Trust (AFT) put out a statement which can be read by following this link on their Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/TheArgyleTrust 31st May David Norris opened the scoring for England Seniors in their 2-0 Seniors World Cup victory against hosts, Thailand. Barry Hayles was upfront, while Luke McCormick in goal kept a clean sheet. An email, sent from the Club's CEO, Paul Berne, to the majority of the Women's team, headed "Hi All", informed them that their contracts would not be renewed and that they were being released. This news came just days after the resignation of Head Coach, Marie Hourihan in the light of cuts to their playing budget. The players' statement on Sunday evening, read: "The decision was communicated through a cold, impersonal email, providing us with no opportunity for open, honest or meaningful dialogue and preventing us from gaining clarity on the situation. We feel the staff and players who have given everything for the badge this season should have been treated with greater care, respect and empathy." Before the evening was out, the story had already hit the national press, including the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/may/31/majority-of-plymouth-women-will-be-let-go-after-squad-finds-out-by-email 30th Argyle are one of several clubs to be linked with an interest in Middlesbrough winger, Samuel Silvera. Owen Oseni was an unused substitute as Nigeria beat Jamaica 3-0 to win the Unity Cup. 28th Women's Head Coach, Marie Hourihan, has resigned 'opting to pursue other opportunities'. Under her leadership the team went from narrowly avoiding relegation to a second place finish, and narrow losses in both the Cup and play-off games. It remains to be seen what changes there will be to the playing personnel and to the nature of the women's team going forward. Striker Lorent Tolaj has made the League One team of the season in the BBC football awards. As has former Argyle central defender, Sonny Bradley, now of Lincoln City. Argyle Women's goalkeeper, Hermione Cull, has won the FA Women's National League Southern Premier Division Golden Glove award. Conor Hazard has not been named in the Northern Ireland squad for forthcoming friendlies against Guinea and France. Senior Greens held their May meeting in Club Argyle when the speaker was CEO, Paul Berne. 27th Phoebie Poole has been called up to Wales' squad for their upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup qualifying matches against Montenegro and the Czech Republic. Argyle striker Bim Pepple, has not been named in the 32-man Canada World Cup training squad. 26th Argyle captain, Joe Edwards, has signed a further one-year contract with the Club. Women's Head Coach, Marie Hourihan, has been chosen FAWNL Manager of the Month for April. Owen Oseni was a 77th minute substitute for Nigeria in their 2-0 defeat of Zimbabwe. The Unity Cup match was played at The Valley, home of Charlton Athletic. Former Argyle favourite, Paul Wotton, has been appointed manager of Kidderminster Harries, newly promoted to the National League. 25th Today is St Mauge day. Thirty years ago today, Ronnie Mauge scored the Wembley goal that beat Darlington and gave Argyle promotion to the old Division 2. Best of luck to former players Luke McCormick, Karl Duguid, Chuck Norris and Barry Hayles who are travelling to Thailand to represent England in the seniors World Cup. England are the defending champions and looking to retain the trophy. Their first game is on Monday 1st June when they play the host nation, Thailand. It'll be a visit to Meadow Lane for the Green Army next season, as Notts County beat Salford 3-0 in the League Two play-offs. Happy Birthday to Uncle Ken Beale - a much-loved and essential part of the Argyle family. 24th Argyle's first home kit is released and available for purchase. The dark green shirt has a white-trimmed V neck and mint green stripes. Bolton Wanderers (managed by former Argyle boss, Steven Schumacher) beat Stockport County 4-1 in a sweltering League One play-off final at Wembley, meaning that the Pilgrims will have to travel to Edgeley Park again in the coming season. Goalkeeper, Conor Hazard, is apparently wanted by Wycombe Wanderers, according to football pundit, Alan Nixon. 22nd Classic Builders are returning as Argyle's front-of-shirt sponsor for the 2026-27 season. The south-west based building firm's logo previously adorned the shirts in 2024/25. Classic used that partnership to give back to the local community and will be doing so again in the upcoming season. Classic Builders is led by four Argyle fans; Fred Bennetton, Adam Brimacombe, Darren Wills, and Jason Battle. Fred Bennett said: "We're delighted to return as front-of-shirt sponsors... Seeing our name on the front of the home shirt last time was a dream I didn't know I had come true, so we are looking forward to it returning. "Argyle's values of championing Plymouth, and delivering for the community, align perfectly with Classic Builders'. We're looking forward to another exciting season at Home Park." 21st Torquay United have signed former Argyle goalkeeper, Zak Baker. The 21-year-old Academy graduate was released by the Pilgrims, having not played a first-team game. 20th Striker Owen Oseni has been called up by Nigeria for the Unity Cup tournament and the friendly games against Poland and Portugal. 19th Argyle and M.A.N. Culture's 'Stand Up, Stand Together' campaign recently won the bronze award at the 2026 Football Business Awards, in the Best Club Marketing Campaign – Non-Premier League category. The club launched the campaign, aiming to shine a light on the reality of male violence against women and girls. The partnership began highlighting simple, everyday actions and examples of male allyship that men and boys can take to help women and girls feel safe. Only Birmingham City (Gold) and Leicester City (Silver) topped Argyle and M.A.N. Culture's combined effort at the FBA's ceremony in London last week. 18th Argyle's pre-season schedule of games has been announced: Saturday, 4 July to Thursday, 9 July – Spanish training camp Saturday, 11 July – Plymouth Parkway (a) Saturday, 18 July – Bath City (a) Tuesday, 21 July – Torquay United (a) Saturday, 25 July – Truro City (a) Saturday, 1 August – Bristol City (h) Tuesday, 4 August – Tavistock (a). The first game of the season will be the first round of the Carabao Cup. 16th Argyle have again been awarded a Family Excellence Gold Award, this time for the 2025-26 season, recognising the Club's continued commitment to delivering a welcoming, enjoyable and memorable matchday experience for families. This season a record number of Clubs have achieved Gold and Silver recognition. Argyle Head of Marketing and Communications, Alastair Cliffe, said: "We are delighted, once again, to be awarded the Gold status for our Family Excellence work in the season just gone. "Everyone knows that fans are at the forefront of our club and that providing continuous support on matchdays to help aid their experiences is a key aim for us every year � to see the hard work be rewarded with this award is very pleasing." 15th Defender, Wes Harding, who was on loan at Argyle last season, has been released by Millwall and could be a target for the Pilgrims. It's the tenth anniversary of Peter Hartley day. 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