Moonraker Logo
Features

From picking dandelions at Brislington FC to picking off wingers for Swindon Town: The Joel McGregor story

26.04.2514 Min ReadSam Morshead

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: It was not until 10 years old that McGregor showed a concerted interest in football. Fast forward to today, and he is one of the most exciting prospects to have graduated through the Swindon Town academy in the 21st century.

latest

MembersNews

Joel McGregor indicates desire to develop his game under Ian Holloway as he continues to consider new contract offer

EXCLUSIVE: McGregor is currently considering an improved contract at the County Ground. The offer on the table would ext...

25.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersNews

George Cox to sit out Gillingham trip through injury but Billy Kirkman set to return as senior players declared fit

Cox rolled his ankle during the defeat by Bromley on Monday (April 21) and will not travel to Kent with the rest of the ...

25.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersFeatures

A history of finance: How Swindon Town's miserly spend on agents' fees compares against rivals and EFL trends

Research by The Moonraker shows that, since October 2015, Swindon sit 91st among all English league and non-league clubs...

24.04.25Sam Morshead

Moonraker Members

Quality, insightful exclusive reporting from in and around the County Ground.

Subscribe now
From only£5

Features

Blowing the budget: Are crowds really that important to Swindon Town's spending power in the transfer market?

22.04.259 Min ReadSam Morshead

SPECIAL REPORT: What goes into a playing budget? How is it decided, and what are the rules? Are Swindon Town spending well within their means? And what the hell is SCMP? The Moonraker dives into the abyss.

latest

MembersNews

Don Rogers Stand project will take six years to pay for itself, say Swindon Town as fan consultation period begins

As previously reported by The Moonraker, Hall confirmed that 450 hospitality seats will be created in addition to the co...

22.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersMatchday

Winning away shouldn't be this easy: Ian Holloway isn't on the manager of the year shortlist, but he ought to be

Look up and down the EFL and you will be hard pressed to find a manager who has had quite as seismic an impact on their ...

18.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersNews

Swindon Town's moves to tie Joel McGregor to improved deal hit snag as Robins prepare for tough summer of negotiations

The Moonraker understands the offer that is on the table is a one-year extension on fresh terms, which would increase hi...

17.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersNews

Ryan Delaney in contention for Swindon Town return at Grimsby, but Paul Glatzel a doubt after Bradford beating

Delaney has not featured for Swindon since the 2-2 draw with Doncaster Rover on March 8. The defender has been battling ...

17.04.25Sam Morshead

latest

MembersOpinion

Fans' lack of trust in Swindon Town ownership threatens to stall any progress on County Ground redevelopment

It has become difficult for some supporters to believe that a club with this track record will make the right appointmen...

16.04.25Sam Morshead

latest

MembersNews

Who's paying? When will the work be done? And what could go wrong? Key County Ground redevelopment questions

Supporters will be able to quiz senior figures at a series of consultation meetings. So, which questions are most pertin...

14.04.25Sam Morshead
MembersNews

Golden facade, corporate boxes and striking reception building among key elements of County Ground redevelopment plans

The Moonraker explores the headline-grabbing proposals, the devil behind the detail, and what happens next as Swindon To...

14.04.25Sam Morshead

latest

Members News

Senior players return for Swindon Town's clash with Bradford as Ian Holloway has decision to make on goalkeeper
Members News

Harrison Minturn faces possibility of surgery after injury setback to Swindon Town defender

Features

To AB or not to AB? Is there a future for the Swindon Town Advisory Board... or is it no longer fit for purpose?

09.04.259 Min ReadSam Morshead

In 2021, the idea of fan groups and club officials meeting regularly to form a unified plan for Swindon Town's future was universally popular. No longer. Why? And what happens next?

latest

Swindon Town fans
MembersNews

Details of Don Rogers Stand fan displacement revealed as Swindon Town notify affected season-ticket holders

In a letter, Town confirmed that all season-ticket holders who sit in rows H through P in blocks D3U to D5U, and in rows...

11.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersMatchday

Practically perfect Swindon Town give yet another reminder of what might have been with frolic on the Fylde coast

Shorn of eight first-team players, a long way from home, against in-form opposition who needed to win to keep their play...

07.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersNews

Ian Holloway calls on Botan Ameen to consider best place for his development as forward's future remains unclear

The Moonraker understands Swindon have offered Ameen a two-year senior contract, with an option of a third, and Holloway...

04.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersFeatures

Swindon's results are 22% better with Ollie Clarke: Expect Ian Holloway to recruit players like the captain

Perhaps it is that he and Clarke share a natural affinity given their Bristolian backgrounds. Whatever, Holloway sees a ...

04.04.25Sam Morshead

Features

Season ticket prices can never be right for all, but clubs must find a way of taking supporters on the journey with them

28.03.259 Min ReadSam Morshead

As it happens, Swindon Town are not excessive for price. Their rates are largely in line with their peers and historic trends. So why has the reception to a creditable campaign been met with so much antipathy?

latest

MembersNews

Injury crisis deepens at Swindon Town as first-year pros are recalled to bolster ranks ahead of trip to Fleetwood Town

Ollie Clarke, Ryan Delaney, Grant Hall, Joel McGregor, and Harrison Minturn all remain sidelined. They will be joined in...

04.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersFeatures

What is the Holloway way? How will Swindon Town's manager look to reshape the club after signing his new contract?

What exactly does Ian Holloway have in mind? Is it possible given the financial situation at the club, and the resources...

02.04.25Sam Morshead

Stratton Bank scoreboard, County Ground, Swindon
MembersNews

Fair Game commentary on Swindon Town accounts for 2023/24 expected in early May

Fair Game generated a similar commentary to go alongside the 2022/23 numbers, in association with football finance advis...

01.04.25Sam Morshead

MembersNews

Swindon Town make pro contract offer to Botan Ameen as interest in teenage forward intensifies

The Moonraker understands the club have now put an offer to Ameen, which would make him a long-term part of the County G...

31.03.25Sam Morshead

Features

Debt, doubt and distrust: Establishing clarity on Swindon Town's finances continues to be a challenge

20.03.258 Min ReadSam Morshead

As the most recent Advisory Board minutes throw up yet more questions, The Moonraker looks into the opaque world of County Ground accounts.