Ray

UEFA B, GK Level 1, Futsal Level 1, @NBFC_Official

[The Lead @theleadnl]

FIRST TEN// @NBFC_Official

Can the Lions Roar Out the Blocks?

Benfield approach the new season with a familiar sense of volatility. Last season they finished 13th - a campaign defined by streaks, contradictions, and flashes of brilliance that never quite became a run. The Lions claimed only four home wins last season and an all or nothing attitude on the road. Can beat anyone but can also lose to anyone too.

A testing first ten fixtures of the new season will show which version turns up.

They open the campaign with a trip to Yarm & Eaglescliffe. The Eagles were promoted through the playoff and are full of energy with a talismanic goal threat. Benfield’s away form last season was strong (8 wins), including a mixed bag against the then newly promoted sides - winning away at Y&E’s neighbours but losing at Horden. This could be a chance to start fast - but also a potential trap if Benfield underestimate them.

A tough test next as they host Boro Rangers. The sides drew 0-0 at Sam Smith’s last season and Benfield will need discipline and structure to repeat or better than result even on home soil..

Whitley Bay are the next visitors, they finished 3rd and beat Benfield 2–1 just before Christmas last season. A very tough early home fixture but a good barometer of when the Lions stand..

Another difficult fixture is next as they travel to Bishop Auckland. The side relegated from the Northern Premier League East have been very busy recruitment-wise and will look to hit the ground running. Benfield’s away resilience will be tested as they look to avenge a 7-1 hammering on their last visit to Heritage Park.

Benfield travel to North Shields where they recorded a 3–0 victory last season thanks to a Glen Hargrave hat‑trick - one of their best performances of the year. Shields finished 8th and were win or bust at home last campaign, and this could be a chaotic, high‑tempo clash.

Teesdale Park was a happy hunting ground last campaign as Benfield beat Thornaby last December. Thornaby finished 14th but will be a much-changed outfit. On paper, a winnable game - but Benfield must avoid complacency to repeat last year's success..

Shildon finished runners‑up and they did the league double over Benfield including a 1–0 victory in the corresponding victory at Sam Smith’s - one of seven home league games in which they failed to score. The Railwaymen will be top six contenders again and. Benfield will need their best defensive performance.

The Lions then will host Northallerton, who finished bottom last season but after a reprieve are now under new management. Benfield eased to a 5–0 home victory last October — one of their most dominant displays. A must‑win fixture if a positive beginning is the aim.

Benfield lost 1–0 away to Horden last season. Horden finished 11th mostly due to Welfare Park being a very difficult place to go. A tough away night.that will reveal a lot.

In the final First Ten fixture for Benfield Newton Aycliffe will host the Lions after they were relegated from the Northern Premier League. Benfield’s last visit to Moore Lane was a 2-1 loss in July 2022 with Aiden Haley’s late red card compounding the defeat. Aycliffe will be strong, organised, and expectant at home.

Six of the first ten are away but Benfield’s away record last season was better than their home one. Can they start this campaign with a roar?

🔵⚪️

[EDDIE HOWES MAGS @bazza080808]

@NBFC_Official THEIR STORY THEIR WORK THEIR CHARITY https://t.co/PqcK6UcnPj via @YouTube live now to view

Please go and give it a listen and see why Newcastle Benfield is the heart of their community.

The work they do is amazing
#NUFC #HWTL #CHARITY

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

⚽✨ A night for true Newcastle fans!
Join us at the Newcastle Benfield Annual Dinner with club legends Mick Quinn & John Beresford, plus the UK’s No.1 footy impersonator Darren Farley.
📍 Grand Hotel Gosforth Park
📅 2nd April 2026
🍽️ Dinner • 🎤 Entertainment • 🎟️ Auction & Raffles
Tables are limited — book now!

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

A quick turnaround and we need you behind us 💛🦁
Benfield vs Whickham at MKM Stadium tomorrow night.
Bar open from 6pm, kick-off 7:30pm.
Football is nothing without the community — get down, bring a mate, and support the Lions.
Come on Benfield.

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

MATCHDAYYYY!

Not long to go until we host North Shields this afternoon.

Extra details for this afternoons game follow below.

#HOWAYBENFIELD

🦁🔵⚪️🦁

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

Please share
In the early hours of Sunday morning a family member home was burgled stealing their silver GOLF (XR56 AMR reg) but also 3 rings have been took and one of those belong to my aunty who we have just recently lost 💔 some items can be replaced but this can’t I’m asking for anyone on here who has any information to please message me or any of my family if they know anything. Any information will stay anonymous we just need to get these back! CASH REWARD for anyone who helps us gets these back were they belong!

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

MATCHDAYYYY!

We return to action tonight as we face Northallerton looking to bounce back from Tuesdays defeat at Shildon.

Get down for some Friday Night Football.🤩

🆚@NorthallertonFC
⏰19:30
🏟️The MKM Stadium
🏆Ebac Northern League Division One
🎟️£8|£5|£1

#HOWAYBENFIELD

🦁🔵⚪️🦁

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

🦁We’re back in action tonight as we head to Shildon for a 7:30pm KO ⚽️🔵⚽️🔵⚽️

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

ITS THE BIG ONE.🤩

We host Liversedge in the FA Vase this Saturday in a massive game!

Come down to support the Lions!🦁

🆚@Liversedge_FC
⏰3:00pm
🏟️The MKM Stadium
🏆The Isuzu FA Vase

#HOWAYBENFIELD

🦁🔵⚪️🦁

[Ray @URayf]

@IsaacEastlake You’ll be invited to the presentation to rein act the pool shot 😆😆

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

We travel to @ilkleytown tomorrow as we kick off our FA vase campaign!

For those of you who are on the bus, it departs at 10:30am.

🆚@ilkleytown
🏆@thefavase
🏟️MPM Stadium
⏰3:00pm

#HOWAYBENFIELD

🦁🔵⚪️🦁

[Kev Killing @kevkilling]

@NBFC_Official 2-1 @crooktown_afc

📸 Full Gallery: https://t.co/eJCDkPnmJa

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

⚽️🦁Fantasy League🦁⚽️

Think you’ve got what it takes to top the league and claim the bragging rights in the Benfield League?

📊Will the Ultras outsmart Fergie?
📈Can the Chairman pip the skipper?
⚽️Join for free

https://t.co/GQI7YhO1hp

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

NEXT MATCH

We travel the short distance to @NorthShieldsFC on Wednesday evening as we look to bounce back from Saturdays disappointment!

We hope to see as many of you there as possible to support the lions!🦁

⏰7:30pm
🆚@NorthShieldsFC
🏟️Daren Persson Stadium
🏆Ebac Northern League Division 1

[Ray @URayf]

@JoshyyTx Best of luck mate ⚽️⚽️

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

🦁 We have been drawn a home fixture for this years FA Cup extra preliminary round vs Pontefract Collieries 🏆 🔵⚽️🔵⚽️

[Newcastle Benfield FC @NBFC_Official]

🦁 We have drawn an away fixture in the FA Vase first round qualifying against Ilkley Town 🏆🔵⚽️🔵⚽️

[The Lead @theleadnl]

NEWCASTLE BENFIELD// 2025-26

After just missing out on the playoffs @NBFC_Official will be at least looking to go one better as Andy Ferguson embarks on his first full season in charge of the Lions.

They will clock up nearly 1,393 miles in league action this season.

Their longest away day being Kendal Town (102miles) and after West Allotment Celtic's relocation to Morpeth Town's Craik Park their shortest trip is 5.6miles to North Shields .