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Scottish wonderkid with the world at his feet: What will Aidan Borland bring to Swindon Town's promotion push?

03.01.266 Min ReadSam Morshead

SCOUTING REPORT: What does Borland offer Swindon? Why is he so well regarded at Aston Villa? And will he cope with the rigours and physicality of League Two?

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Swindon Town close in on January signing number three as young striker targeted for permanent switch

EXCLUSIVE: Town have been very active in the first week of January, landing Michael Olakigbe and Aidan Borland on loan. ...

03.01.26Sam Morshead

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Swindon Town's early January business continues as highly rated Aston Villa midfielder comes in on loan

The Robins' second signing of the new year is a highly rated Scottish teenager, who has been receiving rave reviews in y...

03.01.26Sam Morshead

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Harrogate Town trip falls victim to frozen pitch to give Swindon Town useful rest after hectic festive fixture list

An inspection took place at the Yorkshire ground on Saturday (January 3), a little more than 24 hours ahead of the sched...

03.01.26Sam Morshead

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Fast, tricky and bags of potential: What can Swindon Town fans expect from Michael Olakigbe?

02.01.265 Min ReadSam Morshead

SCOUTING REPORT: Olakigbe has joined the Robins on loan from Brentford until the end of the 2025/26 campaign. So, what can Town fans expect from their first signing of the January window?

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Major statement from Swindon Town as Gavin Kilkenny signs new contract to keep him in Wiltshire until 2028

Swindon have been discussing an extension for Kilkenny for some time. The Irishman enjoyed a formidable 2025 under Ian H...

03.01.26Sam Morshead

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Billy Bodin back for Harrogate after injury and illness, as Michael Olakigbe could make debut after one training session

Bodin missed the victory at Cheltenham Town on December 29 with a sore hamstring, before sitting out the New Year’s Day ...

03.01.26Sam Morshead

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Swindon Town make their first move of January transfer window with arrival of Brentford winger

The Robins have been in the market for a player who has ability with ball at feet, and pace out wide, as they look to re...

02.01.26Sam Morshead

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Ian Holloway becomes Swindon Town's most effective manager since Di Canio as promotion march pushes on

ANALYSIS: Victory over Gillingham was the 35th win of Ian Holloway’s reign, equaling Richie Wellens’ tally. Wellens was ...

02.01.26Sam Morshead

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Yet another injury blow for Swindon Town as Jamie Knight-Lebel set to miss January fixture list

Knight-Lebel has missed the last two Swindon Town matches, but was originally though to be on course for a return at Har...

02.01.26Sam Morshead

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Paul Glatzel likely to need surgery on injury sustained at Cheltenham Town

Glatzel had to be substituted at half-time after pulling up with the issue. He was immediately in evident discomfort and...

31.12.25Sam Morshead
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Farewell to 2025: Swindon Town's annus mirabilis under Ian Holloway

Had 2025 been a League Two campaign, Holloway would have had Swindon promoted as champions. In 2026, they need to finish...

31.12.25Sam Morshead

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Finley or not Finley, forward movement & contract chat: What to expect from Swindon Town's January transfer window
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Response to MK Dons defeat gives important chance for Swindon Town introspection in League Two promotion battle

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"Don't worry, I've lost more money before": Swindon Town chairman Clem Morfuni on directors, debt and detractors

13.11.2512 Min ReadSam Morshead

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: The Moonraker quizzes Morfuni on the appointment of two new board members, interested buyers, shareholding, the rumour mill, building with Ian Holloway, and much more...

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Macaulay Longshot: No plans for Swindon Town to move for Millwall striker as January planning continues

EXCLUSIVE: There may well be an extra space for at least one forward in the Swindon squad next month, though. A decision...

27.12.25Sam Morshead

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Dear Santa: The Moonraker's Christmas wishlist, from redevelopment compromise to the P-word

The big man has stretched off and is preparing for his monster round-the-world delivery. But what will he bring for Swin...

23.12.25Sam Morshead

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Aaron Drinan rumours based on zero substance with Swindon Town unlikely to consider losing EFL's top scorer

EXCLUSIVE: The Moonraker understands there have yet to be any tangible approaches to Swindon by clubs looking to test th...

23.12.25Sam Morshead

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Tom Nichols given all-clear to face MK Dons but Swindon Town have injury concern for one other senior player

During his pre-match press conference at Beversbrook on Tuesday (December 23), Ian Holloway mentioned that there remains...

23.12.25Sam Morshead

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One year of Ollie: How Ian Holloway has moulded Swindon Town in his own image... and that of his 'happy pig'

28.10.2515 Min ReadSam Morshead

SPECIAL REPORT: October 28 marks the first anniversary of Holloway's first day in the job. The Moonraker details how he has helped turn a fumbling team into promotion challengers, influenced ownership, and made a significant impact right across the club.

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The Moonraker is changing in 2026: What to expect from our new-look coverage, and enhanced digital features

Because of your support, CounterPress has been able to further develop its products, functionality and features. And tha...

22.12.25Sam Morshead

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Connor Ripley continues to show value of a dependable keeper in a successful side, despite the detractors

ANALYSIS: At various points over the past four months, there have been pockets of supporters calling for Ripley to lose ...

21.12.25Sam Morshead

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Ryan Tafazolli returns for visit of Crawley as Swindon Town prepare for festive period without top scorer and captain

Tafazolli has not featured for Town since the 2-2 draw with Grimsby on November 22. He was withdrawn from that match wit...

19.12.25Sam Morshead

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Seven-match ban for Ollie Clarke: Swindon Town hit back at FA over length of mysterious disciplinary process

The Moonraker understands the charges do not relate to any sort of violent conduct or abusive language. The FA have said...

19.12.25Sam Morshead