Scunthorpe United manager Jimmy Dean was left in no doubt that his Iron side, looking to bounce back up the pyramid, had been given a tough opening-day test by Andy Peaks’ newly promoted Tamworth.
Liam Watson is convinced Marcus Carver can enjoy his football again at Southport after the striker returned on season-long loan from Scunthorpe United.
Jonny Margetts admits Stamford’s switch to the Southern League was a key factor in his departure – and is now eager to fire Matlock Town to NPL Premier glory.
Scunthorpe United last played at Gateshead back in 1957 on their way to the old Third Division North title – this time they are heading for the sixth tier of English football.
Lewis Collins’ fine second-half finish kept alive Torquay United’s slim survival hopes at the expense of fellow strugglers Scunthorpe, who now seem destined to be in National League North next season.