Derby Day at Whittles Park: Denton Town Host Droylsden FC in the Geoff Gable Trophy!

Local football fans, clear your diaries. There is a massive Tameside clash heading to Whittles Park, and this one carries an extra layer of pride, history, and community spirit.

Denton Town FC are opening their gates to welcome near-neighbors Droylsden FC as the two sides go head-to-head for the prestigious Geoff Gable Trophy.

Honouring a True Tameside Legend

While local derbies always promise fireworks, this fixture is about much more than just the 90 minutes on the pitch. The Geoff Gable Trophy is played in memory of a man whose name is permanently woven into the fabric of Denton Town FC.

Geoff Gable dedicated an incredible 63 years of unbroken service to the club—starting out as a player for Bradford Parish (before the club relocated and changed its name) in 1961, before serving tirelessly as Chairman and eventually Club President. Geoff’s unmatched passion kept this club thriving through thin and thick, and lifting the silverware named in his honour means everything to everyone at Whittles Park.

The Clash: Town vs. The Bloods

Expect a cracking atmosphere when the whistle blows. Both teams are local stalwarts with passionate fanbases, meaning the touchlines will be buzzing.

• Denton Town will be looking to leverage home-turf advantage at Whittles Park, using the energy of the home crowd to keep the trophy right where Geoff would want it.

• Droylsden FC, the historic "Bloods," make the short trip across Tameside determined to spoil the party and take the bragging rights back down the road.

It is non-league football at its absolute finest: hard-hitting tackles, local pride, community passion, and two teams leaving everything out on the grass.

📅 Match Details & Key InfoFixture: Denton Town FC vs. Droylsden FCCompetition: The Geoff Gable TrophyVenue: Whittles Park, DentonWhat’s on offer: Hot food, cold drinks, great community company, and brilliant local football.

Get Down and Support Local Football

As Geoff Gable himself always said, grassroots and amateur football simply cannot survive without the community showing up. Whether you are a die-hard Town fan, a travelling Bloods supporter, or just a local resident looking for a fantastic afternoon of sport, your presence makes a massive difference.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and let’s pack out Whittles Park for an unforgettable derby day.

Up the Town! 🔴⚪️ / Come on you Bloods! 🔴