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Swindon Town do deal for AFC Wimbledon forward in bid to replace qualities lost by Fletcher Holman's long-term injury

The Moonraker understands the deal was struck between clubs on Monday (August 31), and the player travelled to the County Ground on Tuesday morning (September 1) for a medical and to finalise the terms of the move.

01.09.26News

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Danny Butterworth awarded short-term contract at Swindon Town as midfielder bids to return to full fitness after hamstring surgeries

Butterworth is not yet fit enough to be considered for matchday selection, and in any event would not have been registered in time to face Port Vale on Tuesday (September 1).

01.09.26News

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Swindon Town close in on attacking signing on Deadline Day... but could there be more than one arrival before the window closes?

EXCLUSIVE: Town are believed to have identified their primary target, and a deal is understood to be close to completion with 13 hours left until the window closes.

01.09.26News

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TRANSFER DEADLINE DAY: Swindon Town's late chase for reinforcements - as it happened

Keep up to date with events at the County Ground on the final day of the summer transfer window, with deal alerts from across the divisions.

01.09.26News

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Oldham humiliation gives Swindon Town a chance to reflect on their own deficiencies

ANALYSIS: Swindon have not won a competitive game away from home for six months, have had one shot on target in 180 away League Two minutes this term, and are quickly convincing their own supporters that they have no chance across a 46-game term.

31.08.26Matchday

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Two fresh injury absences for Swindon Town as Robins' fitness nightmare reignites

EXCLUSIVE: Billy Kirkman and Matty Virtue sustained minor muscular issues during the week, having emerged through last weekend's win over Cheltenham Town unscathed.

29.08.26News

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Jack Thomson offers technical quality in midfield but can he establish himself in English football?

SCOUTING REPORT: Not much is known about Thomson south of the border, given he has played his entire career in his native country. The Moonraker finds out more about Swindon’s latest arrival…

28.08.26Features

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Swindon Town complete the signing of Scottish midfielder Jack Thomson as recruitment drive nears conclusion

Thomson is understood to have arrived in Swindon on Thursday (August 27) to complete a permanent switch, having made the long drive down from north of the border.

28.08.26News

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Episode 24Four days to deadline: What can we expect at Swindon Town?

Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead are back to reflect on another eventful week at Swindon Town. On the agenda: Jack Thomson, undisclosed fees, Danny Butterworth, and... yes... injuries.

28.08.26

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Episode 23Is there a better way to deal with County Ground safety worries?

Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to discuss another week in the world of Swindon Town. On the agenda this week: transfers, County Ground safety concerns, and training bases.

21.08.26

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Episode 22Mystic Megs or Mystic Mugs? Rake The Moon predicts the new term

Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return with a look at all things Swindon Town.. On the agenda: season predictions, transfer market updates, and why have Swindon moved training ground?

14.08.26

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Minute management the name of the game for Ian Holloway at Oldham Athletic as Swindon Town welcome back the cavalry

The Robins appear to be edging out of their injury crisis, and are expected to have most if not all of Joe Snowdon, Joseph Hungbo, Sam Inwood, Paul Glatzel and James Ball available for the game at Boundary Park.

27.08.26News

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New arrival inbound for Swindon Town with deal expected to be done in next 24 hours

Ian Holloway has no more matchday loan spots remaining, with five loanees already in the squad, and The Moonraker understands that the new arrival will be a permanent transfer.

27.08.26News

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What on earth is the Next Wave Championship? All you need to know about Swindon Town's new development competition

What is the New Wave Championship? How does it differ to previous development competitions Town have been involved in? And how does it tie in with Ian Holloway’s vision for the club? The Moonraker explores…

26.08.26Features

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One week to go: The key issues to be sorted at Swindon Town before the summer transfer deadline

There are still several recruitment strands which may have a way to run, as the Robins look to build a squad capable of securing promotion from League Two. Here, The Moonraker runs down what is left to do, what might be done, and what to look out for over the coming week.

25.08.26News

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Could Swindon Town's injury crisis finally be starting to ease?

There are hopes inside the club that several first-team squad members will be fit enough to be considered for selection at Oldham Athletic this weekend.

24.08.26News

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Snap, tackle and pop: Swindon Town's win over Cheltenham highlights how fast press and defensive resolve could define the season

ANALYSIS: Against Cheltenham alone, Billy Kirkman was involved in 12 tackles, which is only five shy of the number Bristol Rovers have managed as a team across so far this season. And he clocked six interceptions, 50 per cent more than the Barnet squad this term.

24.08.26Matchday