Rochdale AFC’s matchday programme – The Voice of Spotland – is back for Tuesday’s League Two fixture against Tranmere Rovers.
We start with a front cover image of defender Toby Mullarkey, the January signing from Altrincham who has made a big impression since arriving at the Crown Oil Arena.
Jimmy McNulty reflects on Saturday’s defeat to Bradford City and prospects for the remainder of the season, after which we have a host of features, including:
THROUGH THE YEARS – what were Dale doing at this time 5, 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50 years ago?
BEYOND THE HEADLINE – looking in detail at a win over Tranmere that had Dale fans dreaming of a second consecutive promotion
THE KIT CORNER – two classic kits worn by Tuesday’s opponents
ON THIS DAY – previous games and Dale events on 18th April
GROUND FORCE – the grounds that have played a prominent role in the career of Danny Lloyd
FANTASY 5-A-SIDE TEAM – 5 players Abraham Odoh would love to manage in his 5-a-side team
Traveller’s Tales reports on the trip to Crawley Town, while our regular Half-Time Quiz page will get you scratching your heads.
Scrutator tells us why some modern football speak leaves him baffled and Brian Quigley looks at the link between a former Sheffield United favourite and a 1970s cartoon. We also have action photos from the games against Swindon, Crawley and AFC Wimbledon.
Visitors Tranmere Rovers get eight pages of coverage, which includes a comprehensive look at previous games between the clubs and players who have majorly impacted this fixture in the past.
All this and much, much more will be in Tuesday’s The Voice of Spotland, on sale in the Club Shop and around the ground, priced £3.00.