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National League Lowdown

National League Lowdown

Football Lowdown 175 episodes Nov 11, 2026

The National League Lowdown covers National League and non-league football, including news, results, transfer updates, gossip, and exclusive interviews. Hosts Dan, Craig, Louis, and Mark release episodes twice a week. It is part of the Football Lowdown podcast network.

Episodes

Hartlepool United and Scunthorpe United have to win this weekend! - National League Preview
Hartlepool United and Scunthorpe United have to win this weekend! - National League Preview Nov 11, 2026 1:03:55 Dan, Craig and Louis join up to discuss Sunday’s action in the Emirates FA Cup first round and talk through the standout ties from the second round draw. The trio look ahead to the weekend’s games in the National League season and preview the must win games for Hartlepool United and Scunthorpe United. They discuss whether Carlisle United and Barrow can maintain their strong form and chase down the
Harriers fly high and Carlisle cruise - FA Cup Review
Harriers fly high and Carlisle cruise - FA Cup Review Nov 8, 2026 1:02:43 Craig, Dan and Louis recap the action from Saturday’s ties in the first round of the FA Cup. They discuss Kidderminster Harriers, Carlisle United and Barrow beating EFL sides Doncaster Rovers, Salford City and Gillingham respectively. The trio dive into Sutton United and Wealdstone’s disappointing displays, getting knocked out at Guiseley and Dover Athletic respectively. They then recap the remain
The Craig Mahon Exclusive Episode: Curzon Ashton, AFC Fylde, National League and much more
The Craig Mahon Exclusive Episode: Curzon Ashton, AFC Fylde, National League and much more Nov 5, 2026 44:43 Dan, Craig and Louis sit down for an exclusive interview with AFC Fylde manager, Craig Mahon. Craig talked about his experiences as a youngster after being released from Wigan Athletic and how much of an impact playing in non-league had on him as a player. They discuss Craig’s first steps into management with Curzon Ashton before his move to AFC Fylde and diving into their National League North su
It’s time for heroes! - Emirates FA Cup 1st Round Non-League Preview
It’s time for heroes! - Emirates FA Cup 1st Round Non-League Preview Nov 4, 2026 1:13:15 Dan, Craig, Mark and Louis look ahead to the first round proper of the FA Cup and preview all of the ties involving non-league clubs. With all the League One and Two sides entering the competition the quartet look at some of the standout ties as Oxford City, Altrincham, Kidderminster Harriers and Hornchurch host League One sides Leicester City, Notts County, Doncaster Rovers and Blackpool respecti
Are Carlisle United Clicking? National League Review
Are Carlisle United Clicking? National League Review Nov 2, 2026 1:07:42 Dan, Craig and Mark discuss gameweek 16 of the National League including dramatic late winners for Boreham Wood and Wealdstone against Hartlepool United and Southend United respectively, Scunthorpe United lose to Boston United in the ‘Derby’ and Carlisle United hit four at Altrincham. 0:00 Intro 2:06 Boreham Wood v Hartlepool United 7:44 Forest Green Rovers V Harrogate Town 17:15 Wealdstone
Bullet for Butler as Scunthorpe United drift into relegation dogfight - National League Review
Bullet for Butler as Scunthorpe United drift into relegation dogfight - National League Review Oct 29, 2026 1:26:15 Dan, Mark and Louis recap the midweek action from gameweek fifteen of the 2026-27 National League season. They discuss the sacking of Andy Butler at Scunthorpe United and where the Iron can turn to next as they look to escape the relegation zone. Worthing and Southend United’s 3-3 draw is discussed with Kieron Dyer's side's defensive frailties becoming a discussion point. The trio look back on Wed
Rockin' Robins and Hurst Case Scenario - National League Review
Rockin' Robins and Hurst Case Scenario - National League Review Oct 26, 2026 1:23:02 Craig, Mark, George and Louis recap the weekend action from gameweek fourteen of the 2026-27 National League season. They discuss the continued struggles for Scunthorpe United and Boston United after their poor run of form continues with defeats to Woking and Eastleigh respectively. The ‘game of the weekend’  is recapped as Altrincham come away from Yeovil Town with a victory and the quartet
FA Cup Calamity to National League Clarity - National League Preview
FA Cup Calamity to National League Clarity - National League Preview Oct 22, 2026 46:20 Dan, Craig and Louis look ahead to the weekend’s games in the National League season. They preview all twelve games and discuss whether Southend United and Hartlepool United can bounce back from FA Cup upsets. They preview a must-win game for Scunthorpe United who host Woking and predict the ‘game of the weekend’ as two play-off sides, Yeovil Town and Altrincham, go head to head. The trio predict
Hartlepool Humbled and Southend Stunned in FA Cup Shocks - FA Cup Review
Hartlepool Humbled and Southend Stunned in FA Cup Shocks - FA Cup Review Oct 19, 2026 1:06:39 Craig, Mark and Louis are joined by Phil from the FA Cup Factfile to recap the weekend action from the fourth qualifying round of the FA Cup. They discuss the outstanding performances of Berkhamsted and Marine as they knocked out Southend United and Hartlepool United respectively away from home. They dive into the Bury, Stafford Rangers, Leatherhead and Tadley Calleva all earning replays against N
FA Cup 4th Qualifying Round Mega Preview - FA Cup Preview
FA Cup 4th Qualifying Round Mega Preview - FA Cup Preview Oct 15, 2026 1:15:31 Dan, Craig and Louis look ahead to the weekend’s games in the fourth qualifying round of the FA Cup. With all the National League teams entering the competition, the trio preview all thirty two ties taking place. They predict which sides will cause the biggest upsets of the round and who will make the FA Cup First Round.  Timestamps:  - Bury v Harrogate Town - 01:32 - AFC Fylde v Athe
‘Worth’ing their weight in gold! - National League Review
‘Worth’ing their weight in gold! - National League Review Oct 12, 2026 1:08:30 Dan, George and Mark recap the weekend action from Gameweek 13 of the 2026-27 National League season. They discuss back-to-back 6-0 wins for Yeovil Town, a 5-0 thrashing of Solihull Moors by Worthing, Altrincham’s strong form with their win over Aldershot, Halifax’s big win against Gateshead, and all the rest of the National League action! Timestamps:  0:00 Intro 2:56 Forest Green 2-4 Hart
Bost-Gone: Will Paul Hurst fear the worst? - National League Preview
Bost-Gone: Will Paul Hurst fear the worst? - National League Preview Oct 8, 2026 58:39 Dan, Craig, Louis and Mark look ahead to the weekend’s games in the National League season. They preview all twelve games and discuss how much longer Boreham Wood can go this season without losing a game. They preview must-win games for Scunthorpe United who face travel to AFC Fylde and Hartlepool United who travel to managerless Forest Green Rovers. They look ahead to a tough fixture for Paul Hur

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