Gloucester City will close their pre-season programme with a Friday night friendly at Weston-super-Mare, kicking off at 7.45pm on 31 July at the Optima Stadium. The match provides a final chance for manager and supporters to see new signings and squad combinations before the Southern League Premier South campaign gets underway.
Pre-season run and form
City's summer schedule has included a mix of local and away fixtures. They began with a goalless draw at Tuffley Rovers, followed by a 4-1 victory over Bristol Manor Farm. The side then recorded a notable 2-1 win against Football League opposition Newport County, which will have given supporters and players a welcome boost. Subsequent results saw a narrow 1-0 defeat to Haverfordwest and a 1-0 victory at Barry Town.
- 0-0 at Tuffley Rovers
- 4-1 v Bristol Manor Farm
- 2-1 v Newport County
- 0-1 v Haverfordwest
- 1-0 at Barry Town
New faces and squad shape
The club have been active in the transfer market over the summer, announcing at least four new signings. Among those returning to the area is striker Morgan Lewis, who has previously played for Weston-super-Mare. Also added to the defensive ranks is Ben Nugent, a centre-back with experience at Cardiff City, Gillingham and Stevenage.
“The friendly at Weston is a good chance to finalise our preparations and get players minutes under the lights,” the club said in match build-up materials.
What Gloucester fans should watch for
Friday’s game is likely to be used strategically: managers often treat late pre-season friendlies as opportunities to sharpen tactics, assess squad depth and build match fitness. For Gloucester City supporters, the match will be a timely chance to see how the new recruits settle and how the team shapes up against local opposition they know well.
| Match | Date | Kick-off |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare AFC v Gloucester City (friendly) | Friday 31 July | 7.45pm |
With pre-season coming to an end, attention will quickly turn to the league fixtures and whether Gloucester City can convert promising friendlies into a strong start in competitive matches. Supporters travelling to the Optima can expect a competitive contest under the lights and a final look at the squad before the season begins.
