Wealdstone face Carlisle United in a National League match at Grosvenor Vale on Friday, 28 August 2026, with kick-off at 7:45pm. The fixture, reported by Carlisle United Football Club, sees The Stones aiming to halt a run of poor results that has left them 21st in the table with just one point from three games, a record of zero wins, one draw and two losses. Their recent form reads LLD, having scored three goals and conceded six for a negative three goal difference, which puts them nine points behind early leaders Boreham Wood.
How has Wealdstone started the season?
Wealdstone's campaign has begun with difficulty. They opened with a 2-2 draw away at AFC Fylde on 8 August before suffering consecutive 3-1 defeats to Harrogate Town and Wolverhampton Wanderers U21s in the league and cup respectively. A 1-0 loss to Worthing last Saturday extended the winless run. Their sole victory so far this term was a 2-0 friendly win over Slough Town on 1 August. Manager Gary Waddock will be keen to find consistency as his team, which finished 15th last season, looks to climb the standings.
Who is Wealdstone's key player?
Striker Micah Obiero remains the focal point of Wealdstone's attack. The 25-year-old was the club's top scorer in the 2025/26 campaign, netting 19 times in all competitions and winning the Players' Player of the Season award. Obiero, who joined from Boston United in October 2022 and has made over 150 appearances for The Stones, scored against Harrogate Town in the second league game this season. He also has a past connection to Friday's opponents, having spent a loan spell with Carlisle United during the 2020/21 season where he made six appearances and scored once.
What are the matchday details?
The match will be officiated by referee James Durkin, with assistants Robert Evans and Declan O’Shea and fourth official George Warren. For fans unable to attend, the game is available to watch live on DAZN and will be streamed in the Northern Competitions Fan Zone. UK-based supporters can listen to commentary on BBC Radio Cumbria via BBC Sounds, while non-UK residents can access it via BBC.com and the BBC App. Tickets remain on general sale but will be online only on matchday, with concessions available for over-65s, mature students, Armed Forces personnel, blue light workers, and season ticket holders of Premier League and EFL clubs.
What comes next for Wealdstone?
Friday's game represents a critical opportunity for Wealdstone to stop the slide and build some momentum. With the gap to the top already significant, securing a positive result at home is important for confidence. The club, founded in 1899, will look to its experienced players like Obiero to lead the way. Fans are reminded that football authorities are clamping down on unacceptable behaviour, and any abusive or offensive chanting, gestures, or messages could lead to action. Following this fixture, Wealdstone's schedule continues with a busy period of National League games, all of which can be tracked on the club's fixtures page.
