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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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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

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

Episode 21Et tu Gavin?! The injury woes pile up for Swindon Town with 2026/27 just around the corner

Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to chat all things Swindon Town. On the agenda this week is an examination of the Robins' injury nightmare. What's causing it? How bad is it? What's the solution?

31.07.26

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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

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

Town v Cheltenham - PLAYER RATINGS: Strong case for the defence but Robins still search for forward fluency

The Moonraker runs the rule over the individuals performances of the Swindon Town players during their win over Cheltenham Town in League Two.

23.08.26Matchday

Deal for Danny Butterworth remains possible as Ian Holloway has to decide on risk-reward balance before transfer deadline

Whether or not the Town boss wants to take a risk on Butterworth after so long out, after he and the club have already invested in a player working his way back from a lengthy injury in the shape of Harry Smith, remains to be seen.

20.08.26News

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Swindon Town eliminated £100,000 release clause in Paul Glatzel contract as part of new terms at the County Ground

The Moonraker has subsequently confirmed the previous existence of this clause. It is understood that Glatzel was beginning to attract attention from a League One club in the days and weeks prior to his new deal being agreed.

20.08.26News

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Paul Glatzel remains a doubt for Cheltenham Town as Swindon Town continue to battle early season injury jinx

Swindon are full of walking wounded at present. Joe Snowdon is targeting a return against Oldham Athletic on August 29, while Sam Inwood faces a further fortnight on the sidelines with a hamstring issue of his own.

19.08.26News

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AB minutes confirm raft of staff appointments at Swindon Town... but omit several significant departuresAB minutes confirm raft of staff appointments at Swindon Town... but omit several significant departures

Several of the arrivals had been previously revealed by the club on their official channels, including chief financial officer Paul Barclay and lead physio Aris Pavlidis.

19.08.26News

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Swindon Town miss out on one midfielder and turn down chance to sign another as reinforcement programme continues

Swindon Town complete loan signing of Newcastle United youngster in bid to reinforce midfield

Sixfields snoozefest is a brutal reminder of Swindon Town's station... the question is how many of these performances are to come?

Swindon Town close in on loan signing in effort to bolster midfield following injury to Gavin Kilkenny