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Tony Incenzo: Help make our dream come true

A unique opportunity has arisen for geographically mobile Non-League footballers to live, work and play football on a tiny island.

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Tony Incenzo
27 July 2025

SPIRIT: Crowds gather to watch a game at the ‘Arsenal’ ground

By Tony Incenzo - Talking Points

A unique opportunity has arisen for geographically mobile Non-League footballers to live, work and play football on a tiny island.
Alderney FC are based on the northernmost of inhabited Channel Islands where the population is a mere 2,100.
They are ingeniously thinking outside the box to entice players from Britain’s mainland.
Significantly, full assistance will be provided for living accommodation and day jobs.
Picturesque
I’ve flown to Alderney in the past to watch a match at their picturesque home venue.
Affectionately known as ‘The Arsenal’ ground, it i...

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