Stretford Paddock Football Club was set up by journalist and podcaster Stephen Howson, who current CEO and first team manager, out of a desire to practice the content of his journalism in real life.

The game, filled with anticipation, witnessed a delayed kickoff due to unexpected crowd congestion.

In a dramatic turn of events, Stretford Paddock secured victory in a penalty shootout, lifting the Tony Downes Memorial Cup.

This win, against a team that once held a notable position in the Northern Premier League, added the first silverware to Stretford Paddock's story.

Flixton's Valley Road Stadium, Wright Robinson College and more recently Manchester Enterprise Academy have hosted Stretford Paddock home fixtures.