With the premiere of its brand-new YouTube series, The Non-League Paper is bringing non-league fans closer to the game’s most important discussions, stories, and advancements.
The trophy is celebrated by the Oldham Athletic players. IMAGE: Alamy
With the premiere of its brand-new YouTube series, The Non-League Paper is bringing non-league fans closer to the game’s most important discussions, stories, and advancements.
Our resident non-league specialists Matt Badcock and Jon Couch discuss the exciting National League play-off final between Oldham Athletic and Southend United, as well as the significant summer transfer deals already influencing next season, in the inaugural episode of the Non League Paper Roundup.
Oldham Athletic players celebrate with the trophy PICTURE: Alamy
The Non-League Paper has launched its brand-new YouTube series, bringing non-league fans closer to the biggest stories, debates, and developments in the game.
In the first-ever episode of the Non League Paper Roundup, our resident non-league experts Matt Badcock and Jon Couch dive into the thrilling National League play-off final between Oldham Athletic and Southend United, as well as the key summer transfer moves already shaping next season.
The episode opens with a detailed reaction to the Latics’ dramatic extra-time win at Wembley, sealing their return to the Football League under the guidance of Micky Mellon.
The hosts pay tribute to Mellon’s remarkable track record and the pivotal moment provided by James Norwood’s equalising goal.
Oldham Athletic players celebrate with the trophy PICTURE: Alamy
The Non-League Paper has launched its brand-new YouTube series, bringing non-league fans closer to the biggest stories, debates, and developments in the game.
In the first-ever episode of the Non League Paper Roundup, our resident non-league experts Matt Badcock and Jon Couch dive into the thrilling National League play-off final between Oldham Athletic and Southend United, as well as the key summer transfer moves already shaping next season.
The episode opens with a detailed reaction to the Latics’ dramatic extra-time win at Wembley, sealing their return to the Football League under the guidance of Micky Mellon.
The hosts pay tribute to Mellon’s remarkable track record and the pivotal moment provided by James Norwood’s equalising goal.
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Transfer buzz, success stories and more
While Oldham fans were left celebrating, there was heartfelt praise for Southend, whose journey from financial uncertainty to play-off finalists was one of the most compelling stories of the season.
The video also covers the early summer transfer market, spotlighting York City‘s strong recruitment, Worthing‘s success in retaining key striker Ollie Pearce, and Carlisle United’s big addition in Morgan Feeney.
New FC Halifax Town boss Adam Lakeland’s appointment was also discussed, as he prepares to build a competitive side despite notable departures.
The transfer buzz highlights a division that remains fiercely competitive with clubs making serious moves to strengthen.
Beyond the big headlines, the video celebrates the growing number of non-league players stepping up to the EFL, with recent success stories including Will Davies, Rhys Smith, and Charlie Warren.
An open discussion concerning possible rule changes, particularly the effects of five substitutes and the equity of the existing playoff system, concludes the episode.
Fans are being invited by the Non-League Paper crew to participate in the discussion and watch the series as it develops.
