Manager Billy Barr didn’t know whether to laugh or cry after his team extended their unbeaten league run to eight matches. He was reasonably happy with the overall performance but left to reflect on another serious injury to his threadbare squad. Inspirational skipper, Brad Carroll, was carried off before the half hour mark, becoming the latest long-term absentee. And, whilst he was being transported to hospital for assessment, the team lost its shape and rhythm. Brad Carrol

Match photos from the Workington vs Cleethorpe game on Saturday 3 October 2026.

It will be club before country on Tuesday as Reds travel down the M6 for their NPL Premier Division clash versus Warrington Town at the GXO stadium.

Workington AFC is looking for a passionate, organised leader to head up our youth pathway for girls and boys aged 8–18.