
Match Preview: Wombwell Town vs Campion AFC
FC Preview – NCEL Premier Division
Tuesday 2nd September 2025 | 7:45 PM
Venue: Recreation Ground, Wombwell, S73 0BJ
Campion AFC travel to Barnsley on Tuesday evening for their first-ever competitive meeting with Wombwell Town. This fixture marks a historic moment for both clubs as they go head-to-head in the NCEL Premier Division for the very first time.
Campion AFC – Recent Form (Last 5)
W – 4–1 win vs Eccleshill United
L – 2-1 loss on the road against Beverley Town in the NCEL
W – 3–1 FA Vase win vs Penrith
D – 2–2 draw vs Handsworth
L – 3-0 defeat to Trafford in the FA Cup
Buoyed by strong home performances and attacking flair, Campion head into the match with momentum and team spirit firmly on their side.
Wombwell Town – Recent Form (Last 5)
From the NCEL fixture log:
L – 1-3 loss to Stocksbridge Park Steels in the FA CUP
W –2-1 Home victory against Parkgate in the NCEL.
L – 4-0 loss away at Liversedge in the NCEL.
W – 2-1 victory at home against Parkgate in the FA Cup.
L - 3-0 away defeat to Tadcaster Albion in the NCEL.
Wombwell’s form reflects resilience at home but some defensive struggles on the road. Their promotion to the Premier Division this season adds another layer of excitement to this new rivalry.
What to Expect
This fixture promises a passionate, competitive edge as two clubs meet with no shared history but plenty of pride at stake. Campion seek to carry forward recent form, while Wombwell hope to use home advantage to assert themselves in the top tier.