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Ex-Bucks Smith and Chambers in charge at Hednesford Town

Former AFC Telford United managers Rob Smith and Larry Chambers are back in football – succeeding Bernard McNally in the hotseat at Hednesford Town.


Smith linked to Chester move

Former Telford boss Rob Smith has been linked with an immediate return to football – with the newly formed Chester FC.


I’m right man for Bucks job insists Kenna

Premier League title winner Jeff Kenna has set his sights on furthering his burgeoning managerial career with AFC Telford United.


Frustrated Adams wants a new start

Midfielder Jon Adams has backed sacked AFC Telford United management duo Rob Smith and Larry Chambers to bounce back – but admitted: “They frustrated me by leaving me out.”


Carter stunned by lure of big Bucks

Chairman Lee Carter today admitted his shock at the quality of candidates who have already applied for the AFC Telford United manager’s job, declaring: “We’ve under-estimated our own potential.”


Blair out to repay bosses at Bucks

Newest recruit Matt Blair will bid to put AFC Telford United’s play-off pain to one side – and repay the men who brought him to the club.


Smith warns Town players over futures

Boss Rob Smith has told AFC Telford United’s under-performing players that their futures are on the line – whether he is manager next season or not.


Boss banking on a Telford triple chance

Boss Rob Smith has set AFC Telford United’s sights on three consecutive victories to reignite their claim for a Blue Square North play-off place.


Smith to pit wits against his hero Little

Boss Rob Smith goes up against one of his football heroes tonight as AFC Telford United play host to Brian Little’s Gainsborough Trinity.


Evans wings out of Bucks on loan

AFC Telford United have sent winger Sean Evans out on loan to former club Stourbridge in a bid to help him rediscover his confidence.


Smith admits pressure’s on as Bucks slip

Shell-shocked boss Rob Smith admits the pressure is on after AFC Telford United’s latest setback, declaring: “Something’s got to give.”


Bucks hoping for bright re-start

Larry Chambers hopes AFC Telford United can hit the ground running when they return to action tonight.


Kevin to make his debut for Telford

Former Wolves midfielder Kevin O’Connor is set to sign non-contract terms with AFC Telford United – and is in line for a debut at Stafford Rangers tomorrow.


Carter fumes as Kemp deal falters

AFC Telford United today sensationally pulled out of a deal to sign Worcester City skipper Tom Kemp – insisting they will not be held to ransom.


Smith in pledge to stay at helm

Boss Rob Smith today backed himself to steer AFC Telford United up the Blue Square North table, vowing: “I won’t throw the towel in.”


Smith: Sorry to travelling fans

Boss Rob Smith believes AFC Telford United’s beleaguered players remain behind him after their latest Blue Square North battering, but insisted: “We can’t go on like this.”


Redditch 3 AFC Telford 1 – in pictures

The Bucks slump to defeat against Redditch United at the Valley Stadium.


Corby v Bucks in pictures

Pictures from last night’s 2-1 victory for AFC Telford United at Corby Town.


Bucks can start to climb insists Smith

Boss Rob Smith declared himself happy with a battling performance by AFC Telford United, insisting: “We’re improving all the time.”


Smith pledges to revive Bucks

Boss Rob Smith has vowed to get stuttering AFC Telford United back on track, insisting: “Nobody could work harder.”


Injury-hit trio face late tests to get Motoring

Injury doubts Carl Rodgers, Chris Nurse and Andy Brown will all receive last minute fitness tests ahead of AFC Telford United’s clash with Vauxhall Motors tomorrow.


Walker backs Bucks to repeat feat

Once a giantkiller, always a giantkiller – that is the mantra Alan Walker believes can carry AFC Telford United to an FA Cup upset this weekend.


Smith’s ready to fight off criticism

Boss Rob Smith has sent out a defiant message to AFC Telford United’s critics, declaring: “Trust us to get it right.”


AFC Telford 4 Pegasus Juniors 1 – photos

AFC Telford romped to a 4-1 win at home to Pegasus Juniors.


Killock happy to stay

Defender Shane Killock today spoke of his delight at extending his loan with AFC Telford United for another month.


Telford boss will wield axe

Boss Rob Smith is threatening to make sweeping changes at AFC Telford United after accusing some of his players of “going through the motions”.


Long-serving Turner axed in Bucks shock

AFC Telford United’s longest-serving player Jimmy Turner has been released – and striker Matt Nolan could exit close behind.


Howarth nets Blackburn chance

Young AFC Telford United striker Dave Howarth could be bound for the Premier League – after earning a trial at Blackburn Rovers.


Llanelli test just the job for Bucks

AFC Telford United believe they will face one of the sternest test of pre-season when Llanelli visit the New Bucks Head tomorrow.


Bucks boss Smith looks back on win

Watch the full version of Chris Hudson’s video interview with AFC Telford United manager Rob Smith, following his side’s 5-0 win over Market Drayton Town.

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