Wakefield AFC has made the decision to postpone all Academy & Development training and games for one week following five positive COVID-19 test results. The players are now self-isolating. Following this, two Academy coaches, who have not tested positive, also have to self-isolate following positive tests away from the football club. The club has postponed […]
Club Statement: 28/06/2021 Read More
Firstly, thank you to everyone that has purchased tickets for Saturday’s game against Brighouse Town FC which marks our first home fixture in seven months. We are very grateful for your support and we look forward to welcoming you to The Millennium Stadium. Following government guidelines, Wakefield AFC would like all spectators attending to adhere
Matchday Information: Brighouse Town FC, 2PM KO Read More
Today saw our U18s travel away to local rivals, Ossett United, with Pallett’s boys looking to walk away with the 3 points. With a few of the U18s called up to experience an in-house First Team game, Pallett had to switch around some players in his squad. The game got underway at Ingfield and Wakefield
U18s Overpower Ossett In 5-2 Victory Read More
Wakefield AFC is delighted to welcome Leeds United Women U23’s Manager, Jake Bennett, to the club to take the lead on the Women’s Team ahead of the 2021/22 season. Jake joins the club with a wealth of experience having spent the past three years at Leeds United Women U23s, seeing success both on and off
Bennett Joins As Women’s Head Coach Read More
On the eve of grassroots football and training returning, the club has spoken to First Team player Jake Dickinson and Head of Academy Shane Pallett about the effect of lockdown, and in particular the effect on mental health. According to the Professional Footballer’s Association, there has been a rise in the number of footballers in
Supporting our Footballers’ Mental Health and Wellbeing Read More
You may have seen media coverage this week about the publication of Clive Sheldon QC’s independent review into non-recent child sexual abuse in football. The report is available in full HERE. The FA commissioned this review in December 2016, shortly after many former footballers from professional and grassroots football bravely spoke out about the appalling
A MESSAGE FROM OUR CLUB WELFARE OFFICER Read More
Wakefield AFC is delighted to announce a brand new partnership with Virtual Learning UK which will enable the club to offer a Level 3 BTEC qualification in Sport plus Higher Education courses. Established in 2008, VLUK provides a range of services to the education sector, from CPD and teacher training, through to full time education
WAKEFIELD AFC LAUNCHES EDUCATION PROGRAMME Read More
The club are delighted to announce that it has secured a large investment that will in turn increase the value of the football club. Just over 18 months ago, the newly formed Wakefield AFC began to arrange its shares issue and offered a large percentage of the club to potential investors. The response was most
WAKEFIELD A.F.C. SECURES LARGE INVESTMENT Read More
WHY ARE WE UPDATING OUR CREST? We received a lot of fan feedback to suggest our old crest simply wasn’t well liked! It is important to us that we listen to our fans and many were in favour of change. We recognise that our old crest isn’t fit for purpose. The old crest may make
WAKEFIELD AFC NEW CREST Read More
The club can confirm the departure of Bryce Orsini. Orsini has signed a professional contract with American side Maryland Bobcats FC, who jumped to professional play in July 2020 following their acceptance into the third division of the National Independent Soccer Association. Orsini previously played for the Bobcats when they were part of the United
BRYCE HEADS BACK TO BOBCATS Read More
