Barkingside FC was established in 1888. They have won a number of honours throughout their long history, including a couple of league titles and several league cup trophies, while playing variously in the London, Essex, and South Midland Leagues. They have played at this level since 2019.

Two seasons ago, we did the double. In the away game at Cricklefield, we edged it 2-1 with goals from James Briggs and Terry Amoafo. At home, it was a 4-0 victory thanks to a Julian Austin hat-trick and a Sherwin Stanley.

Manager Elliott Thompson took over in late September. After a sticky start to the season, Barkingside are still in the bottom three but have picked up in recent weeks including a win against Enfield Borough and draws against Cannons Wood and AS London.

Striker Gabriel Ogunwomoju made two appearances for CCFC in pre-season in 2018/19 – one in a friendly, one in the Brian Lomax Trophy – before moving to Hashtag United, Burnham Ramblers and May & Baker.

Admission is £5 including programme. Students £4 (must show proof. U16s free.

Fully stocked bar will be open with supporters welcome in the bar from 6pm & also after the game. Burger bar will also be open.

The entrance to the Cricklefield Stadium is opposite the old Cauliflower pub next to Isaac Newton Academy.

For sat-nav users finding it difficult to get to the ground, add IG1 1UD as a postcode. There is free parking at the ground in the car park.

Buses: Bus 86 (the nearest to the ground) stops in Ilford High Road outside the Fire station. The 150, 145 and 128 routes stop near the corner of South Park Drive and all go down Green Lane. The 366 stops near the bottom of Green Lane and is about a 15 minute walk from the ground.

Trains: The nearest station is Seven Kings which is on the Elizabeth Line. It’s about a 10 minute walk from the ground. If you come out of the station, turn right, walk down the hill.