Daniel Clark

Plymouth Parkway lost 3–2 at Chippenham Town after twice coming from behind, ending their unbeaten start under manager Karl Curtis. Rocky Neal opened the scoring, while Rio Garside equalised in the second half after goals from Luke Haines and Martell Taylor-Crossdale had put Chippenham ahead. Goalkeeper Aaron Dearing’s late error allowed Felix Miles to score into an empty net. Curtis praised Parkway’s performance, resilience and attacking intent, while defending Dearing and noting that the team has taken four points from three difficult opening fixtures.

Plymouth Argyle host Stockport County at Home Park on Saturday, August 15, with kick-off at 3 p.m. The League One opener will be broadcast live on Sky Sports+, with viewing also available through the Sky Sports app and NOW Sports Membership. PlymouthLive will provide live blogging, while audio commentary packages are available in the UK and internationally.

Plymouth Argyle will face Exeter City in a Devon derby in the first round of the Carabao Cup on Monday, August 10, with kick-off at 8pm. The match was moved for Sky Sports coverage and will be shown on Sky Sports Football, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports+, the red-button service, NOW and the Sky Sports App. PlymouthLive and DevonLive will also provide live blogging, while audio commentary will be available in the UK and internationally.

Wayne Rooney has impressed viewers with candid, authoritative analysis during the BBC’s World Cup coverage, prompting the argument that punditry may suit him better than football management. His previous spells at Derby County, Birmingham City, DC United and Plymouth Argyle produced no trophies, while his straightforward comments have won praise from supporters and former pundit Graeme Souness. Rooney says he would consider joining Michael Carrick’s Manchester United coaching staff if asked, but his growing success in the media has led many fans to hope he remains in punditry.

Owen Dale has reportedly rejected Plymouth Argyle's offer to re-sign him after a loan spell in which he made 32 appearances. The 27-year-old is a free agent following the expiry of his Oxford United contract, and Leyton Orient are reportedly negotiating with him. Orient are optimistic about a deal, although his wage demands could complicate the talks.

Plymouth Argyle striker Bim Pepple is reportedly attracting interest from Bolton Wanderers, Sheffield United, Danish champions AGF Aarhus and several MLS clubs after scoring 18 goals in his first season at the club. AGF are said to be leading the chase, while Pepple reportedly prefers to remain in Europe. Despite Argyle's forecast £10.6 million operating loss, head coach Tom Cleverley says the club is under no pressure to sell Pepple or fellow striker Lorent Tolaj. Pepple's contract runs for another three years but includes a release clause.

Harvey White says he is determined to help Plymouth Argyle return to higher levels after signing a three-year contract through 2029. The 24-year-old midfielder joined from Stevenage after making 118 appearances, including 50 last season, and contributing six goals during Stevenage's League One play-off campaign. White praised Argyle's supporters, highlighted his creativity and set-piece ability, and said working under head coach Tom Cleverley—another former midfielder—will help him develop.

Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley says he is fully committed to the club and has no intention of leaving, dismissing rumors linking him with Blackburn Rovers. After Argyle narrowly missed the League One play-offs despite a strong finish to last season, Cleverley is focused on preparing the team for a promotion push, emphasizing improved fitness, organization, discipline and the need to earn results rather than rely on expectations.

Plymouth Argyle will host Exeter City in a televised Carabao Cup first-round Devon derby on 10 August 2026. Head coach Tom Cleverley views the match as an opportunity to make amends after Argyle failed to perform at their best in either derby against Exeter last season. The early fixture shortens Argyle's planned pre-season by a week, particularly affecting injured players, but Cleverley says preparations will otherwise remain unchanged. He expects the match to provide an important introduction to Home Park and the club's atmosphere for Argyle's new signings.

Plymouth Argyle have completed four summer signings: goalkeeper James Storer, defenders Alex Hartridge and Wes Harding, and midfielder Harvey White. Head coach Tom Cleverley says the club has focused on quality rather than undertaking another major squad turnover. He praised Storer’s early training performances, White’s League One experience and development potential, and the defensive experience and complementary qualities of Harding and Hartridge. Harding has returned permanently from Millwall and will serve as vice-captain, while Argyle continue to seek a first-choice goalkeeper following Conor Hazard’s departure.

Plymouth Argyle have completed the signing of 24-year-old midfielder Harvey White from Stevenage on a three-year contract beginning 1 July, subject to EFL approval. White made 50 appearances and scored six goals for Stevenage last season, having previously had loan spells at Portsmouth and Derby County while contracted to Tottenham Hotspur. Head coach Tom Cleverley praised White's use of the ball, game reading, influence and set-piece delivery, while director of football Derek Adams said the midfielder complements Argyle's squad and still has room to develop.

James Storer has joined Plymouth Argyle permanently from Wolverhampton Wanderers on a two-year contract with an option for a third year. The 21-year-old goalkeeper, who spent last season with Greenock Morton, said he was excited by Argyle's size, Championship status and ambition under head coach Tom Cleverley. Storer highlighted his shot-stopping, command of the area and distribution, while Cleverley praised his ability, attitude and development potential. Argyle are expected to sign another goalkeeper after all three senior keepers from last season departed.

Plymouth Live publishes 18 recent death notices and four in memoriam messages for 22 people connected with Plymouth, covering tributes, funeral arrangements and donation requests. The notices commemorate loved ones ranging from 60 to 99 years old and direct donations to charities including St Luke’s Hospice, Cancer Research UK, Marie Curie, Dementia UK, Parkinson’s UK and Devon Air Ambulance.

Alex Hartridge has joined Plymouth Argyle on a free transfer from Burton Albion, signing a two-year contract as the club’s first summer recruit. The 27-year-old Devon-born defender, who developed at Exeter City and made 172 appearances for the club across two spells, said returning to the region and joining Argyle was a major opportunity. Hartridge expressed excitement about the club’s scale, ambitions and Devon rivalry, while acknowledging that the level of success expected at Plymouth is higher than at his previous clubs.

Plymouth Albion have signed 6ft 7in, 126kg forward Morgan Eames ahead of the 2026/27 season. The former Bristol Bears and Stade Montois player brings experience from professional rugby in England and France and can play lock or blindside flanker. Eames said he was attracted by Ryan Lamb's vision for the club, while Lamb praised his physicality, experience and ambition as Albion continue assembling a squad aimed at competing near the top of National League rugby.

Nearly all Plymouth Argyle Women players out of contract this summer have been told they will not be retained after the club’s board significantly reduced the team’s budget. The decision follows head coach Marie Hourihan’s resignation, despite her leading the side from narrowly avoiding relegation to a second-place finish, the FA Women’s National League Cup final and the WSL2 play-off final during the 2025/26 season. Players criticized the club for communicating the decision through a mass email and said it sent a damaging message about the commitment to women’s football. The cuts come as Plymouth Argyle forecasts operating losses of £10.6 million, has recently made redundancies and continues investment in the Foulston Park development, which is intended to house the academy and women’s team.

Portsmouth are reportedly monitoring Plymouth Argyle striker Bim Pepple after watching him several times during the 2025–26 season. The 23-year-old scored 18 goals, including 15 after the turn of the year, but Argyle could be vulnerable to a below-market bid because his contract contains a release clause. Pepple has received one Canada call-up but was not selected by coach Jesse Marsch for the final 26-man tournament squad, with Jonathan David, Cyle Larin, Tani Oluwaseyi and Promise David chosen instead.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill has named a 23-player squad for June friendlies against Guinea and France, leaving out Plymouth Argyle goalkeeper Conor Hazard despite his nine international caps and March appearance against Wales. Several other senior players are absent because of injuries, contract situations or selection changes, while young attackers Braiden Graham and Ceadach O’Neill receive their first call-ups. Northern Ireland will face Guinea in Spain on June 4 before travelling to Lille to play France on June 8.

Plymouth Argyle striker Owen Oseni made his Nigeria debut as a 77th-minute substitute in Nigeria's 2-0 Unity Cup win over Zimbabwe. The 23-year-old, who is eligible to represent Ireland, Nigeria or Ivory Coast, chose Nigeria after scoring 10 goals in 32 appearances for Argyle this season. Nigeria will face either Jamaica or India in the final.

Aidan Heslop won the opening event of the 2026 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series in Bali, marking his return after 18 months away following back surgery and rehabilitation. The Plymouth diver secured his ninth career victory with a dominant 40-point margin, highlighted by a high-difficulty fourth-round dive worth 141.60 points. Jonathan Paredes finished second, while James Lichtenstein took third; reigning champion Gary Hunt placed sixth and Constantin Popovici 11th.

Plymouth Argyle striker Bim Pepple has not been included in Canada's 32-player training group ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 23-year-old earned his first Canada call-up during the March international window after scoring well for Argyle, but remained an unused substitute in draws against Iceland and Tunisia. Canada's squad will train in Charlotte through May 29, after which manager Jesse Marsch will announce the official World Cup roster.

Plymouth Argyle captain Joe Edwards has signed a one-year contract extension that will keep him at the club for an eighth season. The 35-year-old made 41 appearances in the 2025/26 season and has played 282 times for Argyle since joining in 2019. Head coach Tom Cleverley and director of football Derek Adams praised Edwards' leadership, fitness, influence and longstanding connection with the club.

Wycombe Wanderers are reportedly pursuing Plymouth Argyle goalkeeper Conor Hazard, whose contract expires at the end of the season. Plymouth has offered the 28-year-old new terms, but Wycombe is believed to be confident it can present a more attractive package as manager Michael Duff seeks to strengthen the squad. Hazard made 29 League One appearances this season and has made 91 appearances for Argyle since joining from Celtic in 2023.

Ronnie Mauge recalls scoring Plymouth Argyle's decisive 65th-minute goal in the 1-0 1996 Division Three Play-Off Final victory over Darlington at Wembley, a result that secured promotion under Neil Warnock. Mauge says Argyle were overwhelmed by the occasion and played poorly, but their strong personalities, rehearsed set pieces and vocal supporters carried them through. He remembers the dramatic 3-1 semi-final second-leg comeback against Colchester United at Home Park more vividly, suggesting the emotional exertion of that match contributed to the subdued Wembley performance.

Neil Warnock recalls Plymouth Argyle’s 1–0 win over Darlington in the 1995 Division Three play-off final at Wembley, secured by Ronnie Mauge’s second-half header. He describes meticulous preparation, the significance of the Green Army’s first Wembley appearance, the supporters’ celebrations and the lasting emotional impact of the promotion. A 30-year reunion of the promotion-winning squad was held at Home Park in March 2026.

Plymouth Argyle and Oxford United are monitoring Falkirk centre-back Liam Henderson after scouts were impressed by his performances during Falkirk’s first Scottish Premiership season. Falkirk would reportedly demand a substantial six-figure fee, while West Bromwich Albion previously had a seven-figure bid for forward Barney Stewart rejected. Plymouth and Barnsley are also interested in midfielder Dylan Tait, whose contract expires in the summer, with Plymouth director of football Derek Adams attending Scottish fixtures.