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Attention, Magpies! Clear your calendars for Friday, 6th December 2024, as the legendary Martin "Mad Dog" Allen takes centre stage at The Big Shed @ The Trent Navigation for a one-of-a-kind live podcast event hosted by the Magpie Circle Podcast.   This action-packed evening promises to be a treat for Notts County fans and football enthusiasts alike. Starting at 7:00 PM, the night will feature an unfiltered live podcast with Martin Allen, hosted by Paul Mace and Mark Stallard. Expect li

Faces of PON, the beloved fan album project led by Chris Buckley, founder of Pride of Nottingham, has once again captured the essence of Notts County’s supporter base during yesterday’s match against Port Vale at Meadow Lane. This long-running project highlights the true heart of the club, the fans, preserving their spirit through Buckley’s lens. The atmosphere before the game was electrifying, with fans gathering at The Navi and The Nest, two well-loved spots for pre-match excitement.

Faces of PON, the long-running fan album project by Chris Buckley, founder of Pride of Nottingham, continues its mission to highlight the true heart of Notts County Football Club - the supporters. During Saturday’s fiercely contested match against Gillingham at Meadow Lane, which ended in a narrow 1-0 defeat for the Magpies, Buckley once again turned his camera to the fans, capturing the passion and pride that have long defined the Notts County faithful. "Even when the result doesn’t g

Faces of PON, an ongoing fan album project by Chris Buckley of Pride of Nottingham, continues to celebrate the supporters of Notts County Football Club. Captured ahead of the club's recent 2-0 victory over Accrington Stanley at Meadow Lane, the latest album highlights the passion and community spirit of the fans that have been at the heart of the project for years. "I take pictures at every game I can physically attend," says Chris Buckley. "It's not been easy with my health, COVID, an

Chris, the passionate owner and gaffer of The Pride of Nottingham, returned to Meadow Lane yesterday to document the electric atmosphere of Notts County’s triumphant 4-1 victory over Grimsby Town. As a dedicated fan and supporter of the Magpies, Chris was on hand to capture the joy and excitement of the Notts faithful, immortalising the unforgettable moments from this standout match. Notts County delivered a performance brimming with attacking flair, dominating the game from the outset

The Pride of Nottingham (PON), an online community dedicated to Notts County fans, is thrilled to announce a new fan appreciation initiative aimed at giving back to our loyal supporters. Starting this season, PON will be awarding a free print every month to one of our fans who actively engages with our social media platforms. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to fostering a strong and interactive community. We recognise the passion and dedication of our followers, and we bel

In a dramatic finish at Meadow Lane, Jodi Jones secured a last-gasp equaliser for Notts County, who drew 2-2 against Fleetwood. The visitors took the lead in the first half when Ryan Graydon headed in from a corner, and they doubled their advantage early in the second half through Brendan Wiredu, who calmly slotted home after being set up by Graydon. Notts County, however, refused to back down. Alassana Jatta halved the deficit just before the hour mark, converting Lewis Macari’s low c

It’s often said that the true essence of the game lies not just on the pitch, but in the stands. This sentiment was vividly brought to life during Notts County’s recent away match against Tranmere Rovers, which ended in a hard-fought 0-0 draw. As a dedicated fan and photographer, I had the privilege of capturing the unwavering spirit and passion of our travelling supporters for Pride of Nottingham’s latest feature, “Faces of PON.” The journey to Prenton Park was filled with anticipation and

Finding a home for in-depth discussion and fervent fandom has never been easier for Notts County supporters. Established in 2010, Pride of Nottingham - initially launched as a message board back in 2006 - has grown into an indispensable online community for everyone passionate about the club. Tracing its origins to flyer campaigns aimed at attracting fans during the 2013-14 season, Pride of Nottingham has continually evolved. Today, it serves as a bustling hub where spirited discussions and

Pride of Nottingham gaffer, Chris Buckley, returned to taking pictures at the Notts County vs Accrington Stanley game. The atmosphere at Meadow Lane was electric, with fans singing and getting behind the team. Everyone was enjoying a nice warm Saturday afternoon and evening, with plenty of smiles and brilliant reactions to the game. Chris Buckley is the Pride of Nottingham gaffer, and he takes photos of fans before and during games. The feature is called the Faces of PON, in which he captur

The Faces of PON is a fan gallery that captures the excitement and passion of Notts County fans at games. This season, Chris, a photographer, returned to Meadow Lane to take pictures for the first time in the 2023-24 season. Chris was inspired to start taking pictures at Meadow Lane after being asked to take pictures of fans at half-time many years ago. He decided to bring his camera to the Notts County vs. Tranmere Rovers game and capture the match day vibe throughout the day. Chris c

The Faces of PON returned for the 2023-24 League Two season, capturing the emotions and reactions of Notts County fans as they entered the Eco-Power Stadium (Keepmoat Stadium) for their away game against Doncaster Rovers. The Magpie fans were in full spirit, impressing through the game with their support. Chris Buckley, the Pride of Nottingham gaffer, was hands-on, taking pictures of the fans. Speaking to fans before the game, it seemed an unknown game as to what to expect. Chris felt

Macauley Langstaff scored two goals as Notts County easily defeated Doncaster, securing their first away win of the season. Langstaff, last season's National League top scorer, netted his first two goals of the campaign while Jodi Jones also scored as the Magpies dominated at the Eco-Power Stadium. After a scrappy start to the game, Langstaff opened the scoring 28 minutes in with a volley from an excellent cross by John Bostock. Doncaster made three substitutions at half-time, but County do

Notts County match day vlogger ARLukomski was there to capture the Magpies’ triumphant return to the Football League at the playoff final at Wembley. After four years in exile, following their relegation from League Two in the 2018/19 season, the Magpies were back. The match was an emotional rollercoaster for both teams and their supporters. Notts County demonstrated remarkable tenacity as they twice came from behind against Chesterfield. However, it was Cedwyn Scott who ultimately emerged

On the day of the playoff final against Chesterfield, Notts County fans filled the stands at Wembley Stadium, singing songs and cheering on their team. Among them was Chris Buckley, owner of the independent fan site Pride of Nottingham, who captured the emotions of the fans in his Faces of PON fan gallery. The atmosphere was electric, with fans feeling a mix of excitement and nerves as they watched their team compete for victory. Despite some quiet and cagey moments, it was always great to

The Faces of PON is a fan gallery taken at Notts County games by the Pride of Nottingham Gaffer, Chris Buckley. The gallery can be found on the Pride of Nottingham Facebook page and website, inside the gallery section. The latest addition to the gallery includes match day photos taken from the Notts County playoff win over Boreham Wood. This win sees Notts County reach the Playoff Final and gives them a chance to return to the Football League. "I always enjoy taking pictures of the fan

Faces of PON 22-23: York City (H) is a gallery of Notts County fans who were in attendance at this past weekend’s 1-1 draw with York City. The gallery is intended for Notts County fans and anyone whose picture may have been taken. We encourage fans to share the gallery and interact by leaving a comment or a like. It’s been a tremendous season, one for the record books, and it was great to see so many fans just enjoying themselves. The Pride of Nottingham gaffer, Chris said: “I am aimin

Join Paul Mace, the host of "The Magpies Circle" podcast as he talks with former Notts manager Howard Wilkinson. Howard managed Notts between 1982 and 1983, being part of the setup at the Lane during Jimmy Sirrel's second spell at Notts. This episode takes a delve into the career of Wilkinson at Notts, how Sirrel got him to the Lane and winning promotion in 1981. An insight into one of the game's most recognisable figures. Part 1: 1.27:54 in length. Part 2: 1:1

Join Paul Mace, the host of "The Magpies Circle" podcast as he talks with Shaun Derry in a two part addition. The Basford-born midfielder, has the unique distinction of being the only man to have grown up as a boy supporting Notts County. Then later playing for the club which he would eventually manage, join us as we take a trip down memory lane. In hos first ever in-depth interview speaking about his career, Derry speaks of his highs and lows whilst at the club. From how he was a Juni

Join Paul Mace, the host of "The Magpies Circle" podcast as he talks with former Notts striker and current BBC Radio Nottingham commentator on Notts, Mark Stallard. Stallard is a Notts legend and one of the top goal scorers in the clubs history. A fans favourite among the terraces, he won the player of the season award twice, for 2000-01 and 2002-03.  In this edition, Paul and Mark talk about the latter's career at the Lane, pre-season trips to Thailand and Brunei, and his current role

Join Paul Mace, the host of "The Magpies Circle" podcast as he talks with former Notts midfielder Ricky Ravenhill. Signing from Darlington in the summer of 2009, Ravenhill spent two and a half seasons at Meadow Lane, contributing to Notts' promotion from League Two in 2009-10, as champions. He also featured consistently throughout the 2010-11 season as well. In this edition of the Magpies Circle, Ricky talks about his battles with Neal Bishop before they became teammates at Notts, as w