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The teenage defender produced a couple of assured cameos at the back end of last term and impressed on loan at Whitby Town, where he played under Pools legend Gary Liddle, earlier in the season. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach hails young defender's "unbelievable" potential

The Prestige Group Stadium, Hartlepool United FC.

HUFC takeover: Stelling insight on the latest Poolie Podcast

Featherstone, who has made 43 appearances this season and is also part of the club's coaching staff, is confident Pools will emerge from a challenging period in the wake of owner Raj Singh's sudden resignation. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools stalwart issues rallying cry amidst takeover uncertainty

Join Robbie Stelling and Richard Mennear to reflect on another turbulent week at Hartlepool United. Picture by Frank Reid.

Poolie Podcast discusses takeover developments and Dale drubbing

The Pools head coach has won five of his first 16 games after being thrust into the role unexpectedly following Lennie Lawrence's sudden resignation in February. Picture by Frank Reid.

Is Limbrick the right man to lead Pools beyond this season?

Molyneux, who made more than 100 appearances at the Prestige Group Stadium, has scored 18 goals for Doncaster this term and was named in the League Two team of the season. Picture by Mark Fletcher.

Winger reflects after ex-Pools pair help Rovers clinch promotion

James, who scored 31 goals in 189 games for Pools, is set to become a free agent this summer following his release from National League North side South Shields. Picture by Steven Hadlow.

One-time Pools favourite set to become free agent

Challinor, who led Pools to a memorable promotion from the National League in 2021, has been linked with the vacant West Bromwich Albion job. Picture by Mark Fletcher.

Former Pools boss touted as potential candidate for vacant Championship job

Shelton, who made 110 appearances for Pools and was part of the side that won promotion to the Football League in 2021, scored twice as Barnet secured the National League title on Saturday. Picture by Mark Fletcher.

Pools promotion-winner scores twice as Barnet clinch National League title

Football

Askey, who was in charge of Pools for 11 months between February 2023 and December 2023, is set for a return to the Prestige Group Stadium after leading Truro City to a remarkable National League South title win. Picture by Frank Reid.

Former Pools boss set for return after remarkable title win with plucky Tinners

Former Hartlepool United manager John Askey is set to return to the Prestige Group Stadium next season after he led Truro City to the National League South title.

Robbie Stelling

The 26-year-old, who scored nine goals in 16 games for Pools, has been crowned Stevenage's player of the season. Picture by Marc Atkins/Getty Images.

Former Pools loan star crowned League One side's player of the season

The embattled goalkeeper made a number of errors in Saturday's thumping defeat at the hands of promotion-chasing Rochdale, conceding the penalty that led to Devante Rodney's opener after tripping Ipswich loanee Leon Ayinde. Picture by Frank Reid.

Limbrick leaps to Smith's defence after error-laden display in Dale defeat

The Pools head coach refused to blame another turbulent week off the pitch for his side's dismal performance in their 5-1 thrashing at the hands of promotion-chasing Rochdale. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach refuses to blame off-field issues for humbling Dale defeat

Hundreds of Poolies were spotted at Rochdale, in Manchester, as Hartlepool United played their final away game of the season.

21 MORE fan photos as flat caps take Rochdale

Lots of smiles could be seen at the start of Saturday's game.

46 MORE fan photos as Hartlepool is humbled at Rochdale

Pools have lost their two games against promotion hopefuls Rochdale by an aggregate scoreline of 8-1 this season and suffered their heaviest defeat of the campaign on Saturday. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach takes responsibility for Rochdale mauling

Hartlepool United

Here's what our Hartlepool United writer made of the Pools players following Saturday's humbling 5-1 defeat at Rochdale. Do you agree with his marks?

Pools player ratings from miserable Rochdale defeat

Hartlepool United suffered their heaviest defeat of an underwhelming season on Saturday, losing 5-1 at promotion hopefuls Rochdale despite the unwavering support of the 730 Pools fans who made the trip to Greater Manchester dressed in flat caps.

Robbie Stelling

The Pools head coach apologised to the more than 700 travelling fans after his side endured a humbling 5-1 defeat at the hands of promotion hopefuls Rochdale. Picture by Frank Reid.

Limbrick apologises to fans following five-goal Dale drubbing

Veteran Ian Henderson scored Rochdale's second goal as Pools were outclassed in a miserable first half. Picture by Frank Reid.

Fancy dress falls flat as Pools humbled by Dale

Experienced defender Tom Parkes returns to the side in the one Pools change, replacing the stricken Billy Sass-Davies. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools make one change for trip to play-off chasing Rochdale

Scores of Pools fans were spotted in Rochdale in fancy dress for the club's final away game of the season.

34 fan photos from Hartlepool United match

Middlesbrough FC

Michael Carrick, head coach of Middlesbrough.

Middlesbrough still have a Championship play-off chance

The latest Middlesbrough news, via PA.

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Boro player ratings after Norwich draw

Michael Carrick, head coach of Middlesbrough, consoles Marcus Forss of Middlesbrough.

Michael Carrick's defiant Middlesbrough play-off message

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick applauds the fans.

Boro boss on the 'massive' moment in the Championship play-off battle

Michael Carrick, head coach of Middlesbrough, looks on prior to the Sky Bet Championship match between Millwall FC and Middlesbrough.

Boro and Millwall managers react as play-off battle intensifies

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Sunderland legend and former Pools boss Kevin Phillips was the guest speaker at the foundation's official launch last week.

New foundation going into bat for next generation of local cricketers

The next generation of North East cricketers are set to be given a helping hand following the formation of a new charity in memory of Peterlee stalwart Roy Simpson.

Robbie Stelling

OneGym is opening a 16,000 square foot gym at Park View Industrial Estate, in Brenda Road, Hartlepool, on Saturday, May 3.

New £1million gym prepares to open in town

John Cena is set to appear on the final WWE Smackdown before WrestleMania 41.

WWE Smackdown: UK start time and matches announced for April 18 2025

John Cena is about to compete in his final WrestleMania main event this weekend - but do the bookies think he'll walk away the champ?

WWE WrestleMania 41 betting odds ahead of this weekend’s event

All Elite Wrestling have announced details for their upcoming Forbidden Door show - an event in conjunction with New Japan Pro Wrestling.

AEW announce details of their next two UK shows - dates and tickets

Your OTC will be on hand to discuss his upcoming three-way bout at WrestleMania 41 on the final episode of WWE Raw before the Showcase of the Immortals/

WWE Raw: Roman Reigns to appear on last episode before WrestleMania

Joe Weightman takes advice from his corner.

Former Hartlepool sixth form student enjoys university fight win

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Hartlepool United are ending he National League season in inconsistent fashion.

Who are the best sides in the National League right now?

Featherstone, who partnered Miley in midfield during Easter Monday's win over rivals Gateshead, has backed the former Newcastle man to carve out a successful career after a promising start to life at Pools. Picture by Frank Reid.

Featherstone backs former Newcastle man to have big future

Wembley Stadium: will you be there for the FA Cup final?

FA Cup Final Wembley hospitality packages now on sale from £2,499

Tributes have been flooding in for Joe Thompson, who made more than 200 appearances for Saturday's opponents Rochdale, after his tragic death aged just 36 last week. Picture by Pete Norton/Getty Images.

Limbrick reflects on life of Rochdale legend Joe Thompson

Woodman, who spent a month on loan at Pools in 2014 and has since made more than 130 appearances for Preston, has been linked with a surprise move to Manchester United. Picture by Ben Roberts/Getty Images.

Former Pools goalkeeper set to sign for Premier League giants

The Pools head coach remains determined to focus on the final two games of the season following another dramatic week of takeover developments. Picture by Frank Reid.

Limbrick responds to mounting concerns following dramatic takeover developments

Pools played almost an hour without a recognised centre-back on Monday following injuries to Billy Sass-Davies, Tom Parkes and Luke Waterfall. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools sweating on fitness of centre-back trio ahead of Dale trip

Featherstone, who has spent more than a decade at the Prestige Group Stadium during one of the most turbulent periods in the club's history, is optimistic about the future as the takeover saga rumbles on. Picture by Frank Reid.

Featherstone optimistic about future despite latest takeover setback

Here's how our Hartlepool United writer thinks Pools could line up as they bid to continue their strong end to the season against Rochdale.

How Pools could line up against promotion hopefuls Rochdale

The veteran midfielder, who is coming to the end of his 11th season as a Pools player, is determined to put on a good show for fans donning fancy dress this weekend. Picture by Frank Reid.

Midfielder determined to put on a show for Pools fans donning fancy dress

Limbrick will be hoping his side can keep former Pools frontman Devante Rodney, who was on target in the reverse fixture and has seven goals in his last seven games, quiet this weekend. Picture by Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images.

Limbrick confident Pools can be more than a match for promotion-contenders

Pools were beaten 3-0 in the reverse on a miserable night back in September. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools gunning for revenge ahead of clash with play-off chasing Rochdale

The Pools head coach expects Saturday's trip to play-off chasing Rochdale to be among his side's toughest of another turbulent season. Picture by Frank Reid.

Limbrick ranks Dale trip as among toughest tests of turbulent season

The talented Frenchman has only played three times this year and has struggled with injuries throughout his Pools career. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach provides "frustrating" Mancini update

HUFC release season ticket details for 2025/26 National League

The Pools head coach has addressed the potential threat of administration after the interim board confirmed it was "highly unlikely" a takeover would be completed before the end of the season. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach addresses threat of administration as takeover rumbles on

The Prestige Group Stadium, Hartlepool United FC.

HUFC & Hartlepool College of Further Education clash publicly

HUFC takeover: Interim board release fresh update & have fan message

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