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Donny spent the first half of last season flirting with a relegation battle, and then became world-beaters overnight. A playoff disappointment ought to be dealt with, such is the strength of the squad at the Keepmoat Stadium.
07.08.24Features
After the heartache of Wembley final defeat in the playoffs, Crewe will need to rally if they are to overperform to the same extent. With an all-new frontline, and having lost a star player, that might not be that easy.
INTERVIEW: Now happily married and a father of two, Caton's priorities shifted dramatically in 2006 when he suffered a fractured skull and significant psychological trauma following a car accident. The tale of Caton’s personal rediscovery, his commitment to a new life, and pursuit of happiness in general is inspiring.
Colchester brought in Danny and Nicky Cowley last January to salvage what threatened to be a wreckage of a season. The pair did just that, and have now turned their attention to climbing the ladder.
Chesterfield made it back to the EFL last year, after romping through the National League. They are being tipped in places for back-to-back promotions. But is that confidence justified?
06.08.24Features
Cheltenham, having dropped out of League One, have spent the summer wheeling and dealing to create a totally new squad. So how will they do?
INTERVIEW: At 16, Rideout was thrown into first-team training, and just weeks later he became Town’s youngest player, when he was named in the starting XI for the Division Three meeting with Hull City in late November.
Swindon Town’s latest signing is both a marauding wing-back with a mean delivery from the set-piece, and the bearer of an unusual footballing name. You see, you don’t get many Jeffs playing football for the Town.
After a wholly disappointing season under new ownership in League One, which brought just 30 points and relegation to the fourth tier, Carlisle appear to have regrouped well. Backed in the transfer market, manager Paul Simpson will be expected to steer his team to a very different outcome this time around.
Bromley embark on their debut EFL season after their National League playoff triumph in May. They bring with them a settled group, and there is good reason for optimism at Hayes Lane.
05.08.24Features
The sleeping beast of the fourth tier make a sixth attempt to haul themselves into League One. After an improved second half of the season last year, there is good reason to think they can do just that.
For several months last year, Barrow looked as though they might cause an upset and grab a top-seven spot. Ultimately, their challenge fell away. So can they regroup and go again?
AFC Wimbledon could not quite keep pace with the playoff race last season. Will there be an incremental improvement this year? Much will come down to how their frontline blends.
The Moonraker takes a look at the 23 other sides vying with Swindon Town for promotion from League Two in 2024/25. Stanley are preparing for a new term without John Coleman for the first time in a decade.
INTERVIEW: In the spring of 2002, Parkin was questioning if professional football was right for him. But under the guidance of Andy King, his career was reinvigorated - starting with a hot August afternoon at the County Ground.
04.08.24Features
INTERVIEW: Graham has been a Town fan for 24 years. He talks The Moonraker through his relationship with the club, how it impacts his comedy, and why he rarely makes a joke about Swindon.
03.08.24Features
The former Aston Villa academy midfielder was released by the West Midlands side this summer, and has ended up in Wiltshire. But what does he bring to Swindon Town? The Moonraker takes a good look, with the help of Alvechurch sporting director Mark Fogarty.
02.08.24Features
BIG READ: Head of football Jamie Russell sits down with The Moonraker to discuss in depth the work that goes on behind the scenes over the summer break, from contract negotiations to scouting, man-management to obscure administrative regulations, and everything else in between.
01.08.24Features
Freckleton, 20, joins on loan from Sheffield United. Well regarded wherever he has been, the defender provides useful depth to the back three... but will he get the gametime he craves? The Moonraker looks at what he brings to Town.
29.07.24Features
Be prepared for kick-offs on a Friday night, Monday night, Saturday lunchtime and evening, and Sunday early afternoon. Its impact, both in terms of broadcast revenue and on matchday attendance, will only be felt in time.
26.07.24Features
The Moonraker takes a look at the 27-year-old's background, strengths, weaknesses, attributes and general character.
25.07.24Features
The issue of linkups with Pakistan football clubs has been the greyest of grey areas for Swindon fans in recent years. So what is this latest agreement all about?
19.07.24Features
It has not been a comfortable year for Clem Morfuni. A rotten season on the pitch at Swindon Town has been accompanied by publicity for all the wrong reasons: from EFL penalties to question marks over his businesses and a loss of trust from supporters.
15.06.24Features
The Moonraker takes a detailed look at the 25-year-old, his attributes, strengths and weaknesses, to figure out what he will bring to Town this season.
10.06.24Features
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