Opposition Spotlight: AFC Telford United

September 05, 2025
Opposition Spotlight: AFC Telford United
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Words: Ewan Murray, Image: David Airey

LAST season AFC Telford United finished third in the Southern League Premier Central on 74 points.

They went on to gain promotion via the playoffs with a 4-2 victory against Kettering Town in the final.

They are nicknamed The Bucks.

This season will be the first time Telford have played in the National League North, since the 2022/23 season, where they finished rock bottom and were relegated.

Telford play their home games at the SEAH Stadium TF1 2TU.

KEY STATS

  • 2024/25 League Finish: 3rd in the Southern League Premier Central.

  • Playoffs: Beat Halesowen Town 3-2 in the semifinals before triumphing 4-2 against Kettering Town in the final.

  • Record: 19 wins, 17 draws, 6 losses.

The Bucks are led by manager Kevin Wilkin, who managed last season's champions Brackley Town for 7 years between 2015-2022. 

Their top scorer last season was Matty Stenson, who netted 31 goals in the league. 

HEAD TO HEAD

The last time we faced Telford was in the 22/23 season where we were 1-0 winners at Victory Park. 

We will face Telford at home on Saturday 6th September and away on Saturday 10th January.

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