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Thursday 13th August 2026 On This Day: 1961: Ex-manager Bobby Williamson was born in Glasgow, so 65 today. 1996: Tony James signed from Hereford. He looked to have a promising future at Home Park after some outstanding performances at the centre of the defence, but a back injury ended his footballing career just a year later. 12th
On This Day: 1981: Tony Capaldi was born in Porsgrunn, Norway, although he was brought up in England. Whilst he also qualified for the Republic of Ireland, he chose to play for Northern Ireland - his mother was born in Belfast. 2001: The monsters moved in to rip down the Lyndhurst roof. Bring it all back here. 11th
Argyle's group stage opponents are Leicester City, Cardiff City and AFC Bournemouth. Leicester City (A) - Friday 14 August, 7pm. Cardiff City (H) - Monday 7 September, 7pm. AFC Bournemouth (A) - Monday 12 October, 7pm. Leicester City (H) - Tuesday 27 October, 7pm. Cardiff City (A) - Friday 20 November, 7pm. AFC Bournemouth (H) - Monday 7 December, 7pm.
On This Day: 2001: Graham Coughlan made his Argyle debut, but not a happy one: Argyle 0 Shrewsbury 1. Four years later it was time to move on, but Cocko's 193 games, 26 goals and huge heart have left fond memories. Another big day for transfers: 1975: Steve Davey moved to Hereford. 1989: John Uzzell moved to Torquay. 1993: Andy Comyn signed from Derby Coumty. 1995: Paul Dalton moved to Huddersfield, in an exchange deal with Chris Billy and Gary Clayton. 2000: Martin Phillips signed from Portsmouth. 10th
A disjointed and uneven game was decided by two goals in second half added time. Former Exeter defender, Alex Hartridge (who had earlier been abused by Exeter fans) nodded home from a Harvey White corner on 91 minutes. Two or so minutes later, Freddie Issaka dispossessed the Exeter keeper and Bim Pepple slotted home from close range to seal the win. For a full report, see the official website. Argyle: 1 Murphy Cooper, 2 Mathias Ross (5 Julio Pleguezuelo, 77), 6 Malachi Boateng, 7 Harvey White, 9 Will Evans, 10 Xavier Amaechi (29 Matty Sorinola, 67), 11 Ronan Curtis, 15 Alex Mitchell, 22 Alex Hartridge, 27 Bim Pepple, 45 Wes Harding (capt, 25 Freddie Issaka 90). Substitutes: 21 James Storer (gk), 4 Brendan Wiredu, 8 Joe Edwards, 23 Bradley Ibrahim, 24 Caleb Roberts, 43 James Sharpe. Goals: Hartridge 90+1. Pepple 90+4
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As it stands the only two fit, senior players that are available in this position are Xavier Amaechi and Ronan Curtis, with Caleb Watts out injured. However, speaking to Plymouth Live, Cleverley indicated that 20-year-old Freddie Issaka could come under consideration as well after a strong pre-season showing.
The U-18s thumped the Hornets 6-1, with a hat trick from Seb Campbell added to goals from James Sharpe, Tashall Sandhu and substitute Marley- Blu Francis - and that after Watford had taken the lead after nine minutes. Six goals and four different scorers shows a statement of intent for the season to come. Head Coach, Jamie Lowry, said: "I asked them at the start of the game to set the tone for the season and put down a bit of a marker. "We worked on a way of playing and to be fair we executed what we worked on all pre-season in terms of being competitive and being able to play forward early. "It was a real good mentality to come back from one-nil down and end up scoring six. "I thought it was great that we had lots of different people contributing, it wasn't just the strikers scoring goals, it was all over the team. "Obviously being ruthless in front of goal, which we were today, so I'm really pleased with lots of aspects of pre-season that have come to fruition today." Argyle: 23 Leo McCormick, 2 Joe Mwaro (capt), 3 Jovan Wamani, 4 Joel Tolcher, 5 Sam Hayman, 6 Dylan Williams, 7 Tashall Sandhu, 8 Seb Campbell (16 Emran Boudarga-Wischhoff, 63), 9 Frankie Maund (15 Marley-Blu Francis, 63), 10 James Sharpe (12 Corey Browne, 76), 11 Jared Rendle (14 Harry Locke, 66). Substitute: 1 Charlie Pawley (gk). Goals: Campbell 26, 42, 47, Sharpe 45+1, Sandhu 45+3, Francis 90+4
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-Caleb Watts should be back in a couple more weeks; -Tegan Finn should train on Sunday but won't be ready for Monday's game against Exeter; -Jack MacKenzie has been out on the pitch and he's making good progress to return in a few weeks -Baidoo will have surgery tomorrow on his hamstring ahead of a 12-week rehab process -There is a strong chance that Joe Edwards will be in the squad on Monday
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He said: "It was a bit of a split squad this evening, with a lot of young players getting exposed to starting a game for Argyle in front of fans. "A lot of those boys played at Elburton last week, this is a level up from that. And then important for a group of senior players who for one reason or another haven't got more than 120-130 pre-season minutes under their belt. "They got some solid minutes to make sure they are durable for the season coming. They were really professional and got out of it what they needed to, and some of the younger boys really caught they eye, so I'm pleased."
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Argyle: 21 James Storer, 4 Brendan Wiredu (30 Harry Locke, 75), 5 Julio Pleguezuelo (captain), 23 Bradley Ibrahim (42 Joel Tolcher, 67), 24 Caleb Roberts, 25 Freddie Issaka, 26 Frankie Maund (43 James Sharpe, half-time), 38 Seb Campbell, 39 Sam Hayman, 40 Joe Mwaro (29 Dylan Williams, 79), 44 Jared Rendle. Substitute: 41 Leo McCormick. Goals: Wiredu 22, 75, Sharpe 61, Roberts 87.
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Argyle: 1 Murphy Cooper (21 James Storer, 59), 2 Mathias Ross, 6 Malachi Boateng (23 Bradley Ibrahim, 70), 7 Harvey White (4 Brendan Wiredu, 77), 11 Ronan Curtis, 15 Alex Mitchell (5 Julio Pleguezuelo, 59), 18 Owen Oseni, 20 Michael Baidoo (10 Xavier Amaechi, 30), 22 Alex Hartridge, 27 Bim Pepple (25 Freddie Issaka, 77), 45 Wes Harding (capt, 29 Matty Sorinola 70). Substitutes: 48 Frankie Maund. Attendance: 7,556 (854 away) 31st July
Despite not coming away as victors at the Coleraine Showground, Head Coach Dan Thompson's side made everyone at Home Park extremely proud at reaching the final stage for the first time in the Academy's history. 30th
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The Greens headed into the game top of Group D, following wins over Chicago City and Tottenham Hotspur, needing just a point to confirm their spot. They will play County Antrim in the semi-final tomorrow.
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The Greens' rapid start was too much for the Category One academy side, with a goal high just 14 seconds after kick-off and the lead doubled a minute later, thanks to aTottenham own-goal from a corner. Spurs scored before the break and levelled shortly after but a penalty and a goal by 55 minutes sealed the win for the young Pilgrims
For season-ticket holders, Reward Credit of 10% can be obtained with every purchase from the Argyle Superstore � both online and in-store � and, for the first time, on food and drink from club-run kiosks at Home Park on match-days. Reward Credit will also be part of the new Evergreen Rewards system, which will be announced shortly and rolled out in the coming weeks. Full details of this will be emailed to relevant supporters in due course.
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Head Coach Dan Thompson's side finished as 8-2 victors at Parker Avenue, despite Chicago taking an early lead just a minute into the match. The Greens had also beaten the American side in last year's competition.
He said that strikers were being considered from clubs in the Championship, League One and League Two, as well as from overseas and that there were 'one or two options' in each category. "We will get the very best striker there is out there to replace those goals and the club are on board with that. We are working hard to make sure that happens as quick as possible because we want to click as soon as possible," he said. 25th
Head Coach, Tom Cleverley, admitted that his side had been pushed hard by both Truro and Torquay earlier in the week. He said: "I thought the two positives were from a competitive aspect of the game, the tackles, the duels, the second balls, the set plays, we were much stronger than we were Tuesday. "I thought we dominated that part of the game in periods, and certainly matched them in other periods. Defensively we looked solid, although their long throw at the end brought one or two worrying moments. "In the main, we looked really solid, well structured, good intensity about us and you have got to say the last two games we have not quite clicked in possession or as an attacking unit. "That is what a large part of the work will be from now until the start of the season, just getting back to those real key avenues of attacking output. "There will be players coming in (new signings) at that area of the pitch to help with that, but the players that are in at the minute we need to help them through that and get back to our best that we saw at the end of last season." Argyle will now face Bristol City, including their new recruit, Lorent Tolaj, at Home Park on Saturday 1 August, with a kick off time of 2pm. Argyle: 1 Murphy Cooper, 2 Mathias Ross (capt, 40 Joe Mwaro 90+6), 6 Malachi Boateng, 7 Harvey White (23 Bradley Ibrahim, 61), 10 Xavier Amaechi (20 Michael Baidoo, 61) 11 Ronan Curtis, 15 Alex Mitchell (44 Jared Rendle, half-time) 18 Owen Oseni, 22 Alex Hartridge (24 Caleb Roberts, 75), 27 Bim Pepple (25 Freddie Issaka, 61), 29 Matty Sorinola. Substitutes: 21 James Storer (gk), 41 Leo McCormick (gk), 26 Tegan Finn. Booked: Ross 39, Sorinola 89 Goals: Baidoo 82
Monday, 27 July v Chicago City, Parker Avenue, 1pm Tuesday, 28 July v Tottenham Hotspur, Broughshane, 3pm Wednesday, 29 July v Co. Londonderry, Riada Stadium, 3pm 24th
Ellie came through the Norwich pathway from the age of nine, and was awarded the Young Player of the Season award for the 2021-22 season, before joining Spurs for the following campaign. After also having a spell with Watford, Bishop returned to Norwich and became the club's first-ever female professional player, in June 2025. Argyle Women Head Coach Matt Green said: "We're delighted to get Ellie on board with our new project here at Argyle. She was a key member of Norwich's promotion squad last season, so will add a winning mentality to our squad. "She's a defender who reads the game really well, is strong in the air, and brings great communication and professionalism on and off the pitch, which will help our younger players. I'm excited to see her development this season, and we can't wait for her to play in front of the Green Army at Home Park." 23rd
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Al became involved in the Trust when the EFL introduced the original Community Scheme, and dedicated over 25 years leading 'Matchday Magic' at Home Park Stadium - a matchday provision inspiring local young people and creating the next generation of the Green Army.
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Argyle made it three wins out of three in a tight and closely fought encounter, as the Pilgrims were definitely challenged more than they had been in their previous two matches. It was what Tom Cleverley called a 'wake-up call'. Pepple scored the only goal of the game midway through the first half, finishing well from inside the six-yard box after good work on the Argyle right, to put the ball beyond former young Pilgrim keeper, Zak Baker. Torquay's no 19, Isaac Westendorf caused Argyle problems, while the Gulls felt they were unlucky not to have been awarded a penalty in the first half. But, despite chances in the second half, Torquay just could not find the equaliser and the Greens held on for the 1-0 win. Argyle starting line-up with substitutes in brackets: 21 James Storer, 5 Julio Pleguezuelo (39 Hayman 60'), 11 Ronan Curtis (10 Amaechi 60'), 22 Alex Hartridge (2 Ross 46'), 23 Bradley Ibrahim (6 Boateng 60'), 24 Caleb Roberts (7 White 60'), 25 Freddie Issaka (38 Campbell 60'), 27 Bim Pepple(18 Oseni 46'), 40 Joe Mwaro (29 Sorinola 60'), 43 James Sharpe (20 Baidoo 46'), 45 Wes Harding (capt) (44 Rendle 60'), Goals: Pepple 28 Yellows: Matty Sorinola 74 20th
Argyle Director of Football Derek Adams said: "We have sold him for significantly more money than we paid for him, and while you never want to lose players of his quality, this represents excellent business for the football club in a short space of time, and epitomises our player trading model. "It is beneficial that the sale has happened with a lot of the transfer window still to go. It gives us the opportunity to recruit an appropriate replacement, and further strengthen the squad. "We thank Tolly for his contributions at Argyle, and wish him well for the future, where we are sure he will continue to progress."
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The 11 starters gave way on 62 minutes to a completely new line-up. Argyle (1): 1 Murphy Cooper, 2 Mathias Ross (capt), 6 Malachi Boateng, 10 Xavier Amaechi, 18 Owen Oseni, 20 Michael Baidoo, 22 Alex Hartridge, 27 Bim Pepple, 29 Matty Sorinola, 38 Seb Campbell, 44 Jared Rendle. Argyle (2): 21 James Storer, 5 Julio Pleguezuelo, 11 Ronan Curtis, 23 Bradley Ibrahim, 24 Caleb Roberts, 25 Freddie Issaka, 26 Tegan Finn, 39 Sam Hayman, 40 Joe Mwaro, 43 James Sharpe, 45 Wes Harding. Next up is a visit to Plainmoor to take on Torquay United on Tuesday night. 16th
Sunday, 19 July - Bristol Rovers (H) Sunday, 26 July - Cardiff City (H) Sunday, 2 August - Marine Academy Plymouth (A) Sunday, 9 August - Swansea City (H) 15th
The Greens kick off their season with an away trip to newly promoted Swindon Town on Sunday, 16 August. The first home fixture, which will be played at Home Park, comes the following weekend when Matt Green's side plays host to AFC Wimbledon. The final game of the season will also be at home, against Lewes, on Sunday 2 May. The two matches against AFC Bournemouth who beat the Greens in last season's National League Cup will be played at Home Park on Sunday 18 October, with the reverse fixture on Sunday 18 April. A full list can be found on the Argyle website. 14th
The 24-year-old, originally from Reading, joined QPR at the age of 10, coming through their Academy system, and playing as a teenager with current Pilgrim Caleb Watts. Cooper signed a professional deal at Loftus Road in 2021, and had loans with Welling United, Bath City and Stratford before making his Hoops debut towards the end of the 2021-22 season. In 2023-24, Murphy joined Swindon on a long-term loan, in Sky Bet League Two and, in 2024-25 for League One Stevenage for whom he played 40 games. Last season, Cooper spent the first half of the season at Barnsley, making his debut against Argyle on the opening day, and then headed to Sheffield Wednesday where he played eight times in the Championship. "It is great to have Murphy on board," said Argyle Head Coach Tom Cleverley. "For a 24-year-old, he has excellent experience; he has played over 100 games, a lot of them at League One or Championship level, and is still young enough that he can keep on improving. "He has a great character, is a terrific shot-stopper, and possesses that bravery, and desire to keep the ball out, that all top goalkeepers have. I am looking forward to seeing him in action with us." Derek Adams, Director of Football, added: "Murphy is another excellent addition to our goalkeeping unit. He already knows League One really well from his time at Stevenage and Barnsley, and did well at Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship, too. "We're really pleased with the goalkeeping group we have been able to assemble."
The 25-year-old, who was released when his contract expired at the end of May, had been on loan at Barnsley last season. 13th
Jamie Lowry's side will play five away games before the season proper starts on 8 August. Their opponents will be: Saturday, 18 July - Sidmouth (A) Tuesday, 21 July - Leicester City (A) Saturday, 25 July - Cardiff City (A) Tuesday, 28 July - Elburton Villa (A) Saturday, 1 August - Swansea City (A) |
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