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We can confirm the departure of Ryan Cresswell from his position as First Team Manager and Head of Football.

After 3 years, he leaves with the appreciation of everyone at The World’s First Football Club, for his work in helping us to achieve stability, togetherness, and one of the best squads we have had in a long time.

Cresswell’s first game was a 0-0 draw at home to Stockton Town on the 9th of November 2021.

In total he's taken charge of 125 competitive games.

105 league games: 33 wins, 25 draws, 47 losses. From his 19 cup ties he won 11 and lost 8.

Staff members, Jamie Yates, Marc Newsham, Matt Roney, Shaun Fairfax and Lewis Yates will all be staying with The Club. 

Good luck at Matlock Town, Gaffer. You are welcome at The Home of Football anytime