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The match of the day was in the National League; York beat Rochdale in the 103rd minute of the season!

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Josh Stones scores the all important title winning goal for York City against Rochdale.

 

From York

From Rochdale

This Saturday’s game brought an end to one of the most thrilling, exciting and unpredictable title races in football history.

If you can’t be bothered to read the build up, scroll to the end of this blog

Stuart Maynard is mobbed after York City’s 103rd minute equaliser sealed the National League title.

 

Both Rochdale and York City had the chance to write their names in National League history.

The National League is no longer a non-league competition. It is effectively a League 3, with fully professional clubs operating at a level equal to or higher than many of those in League 2.

They both understood how important this game was to both clubs and supporters. They both pledged now that whatever happened , they would  both continue to fight for 3UP.

Both clubs sat on over 100 points. One of them would  fight once more in the National League Play-Offs. However, they both strongly believe that this shouldn’t have to be the case.

They call on the National League, Football Regulator, EFL and Premier League to come together immediately and resolve this issue, so that we do not have to highlight this injustice year after year.

For both sets of supporters attending the Crown Oil Arena this weekend,  the clubs say thank you for being loyal all season. The passion  shown for both clubs has been felt across the world. This game will be seen far and wide. They showcased this league for all its potential. Keep your support in the stands, not on the pitch, and let’s all protect the game we love.

Thank you!

York were up until the 99th minute of Rochdale’s last game

An argument for two leagues to support the pyramid, one north and one south.

There are fans from the lower leagues arguing that league 2 should be merged with the National League and run as northern and southern (as the third division used to be).

I support Yeovil Town, we have been higher and lower than the National League. I do not want to travel the length and breadth of England but there are fans that do and we have more than most!

I can see the argument that Truro do not need to have played Gateshead and the other way round.

Let’s get it on but in the meantime, I’ll be listening to the radio for the Rochdale v York game before  Yeovil v Solihull! Forget West Ham and Tottenham the National League has it all!

Addendum – York in their turn score in 110th minute and sink Rochdale.

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