How did Rochdale AFC turn from struggle to glory in the 2025/26 season? Well, blimey, it was something else. Survival to Silverware tells all bout how the Dale, a club always fightin for survival, went from bottom of the National League to play-off champions with their first national trophy. After getting booted out of the Football League, most fans thought the club was doomed, what with the money problems and all those messy boardroom fights.
But then the Ogden family came in and changed everything. Instead of the old chaos, they brought a new kind of ownership, focused on community and actually keeping the club alive. It was real grassroots stuff—volunteers, fans, and even them who’d given up hope, all pulling together for the badge. It wasn't always pretty, mind, but belief and grit saw ‘em through.
Jim McNulty got the lads playing as a proper team again. The Dale started winning games that looked lost, turning Spotland Stadium into a fortress. Supporters, young and old, got right behind them, singing their hearts out even when the odds were stacked high. That spirit kept Rochdale pushing right up till that final whistle at Wembley.
Now, Rochdale’s story is one all soccer fans shud read—a tale of survival, resilience, and finally, a taste of silverware after 119 years of waitin. If ya love football, underdog stories, or just believe in never givin up, this book’s for you.
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Publisher: Fascinating Selection of Books – A Must See!
Published: August 3, 2026
Price: £19.99
Hardback: 224 pages
ISBN-13: 978-0241726716
Dimensions: 14 x 22 cm
