South Shields vs Merthyr Town
South Shields host Merthyr Town in the National League - North at 1st Cloud Arena, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, on Saturday, 22 August 2026, kicking off at 14:00 local time. Tickets are available through our partner.
Match preview
South Shields host Merthyr Town at 1st Cloud Arena in the National League North, England's sixth tier, on the opening day of the season. Both sides, led by E. Dickman and P. Michael respectively, will be looking to set an early tone, with South Shields aiming to repeat their dominant 4-1 home victory from their last league encounter in March.
1st Cloud Arena, which has a capacity of 7,000, is easily accessible by public transport. Seaburn Metro station is a nine-minute walk, while several bus stops are within a two to three-minute walk of the ground.
FAQ
- When is South Shields vs Merthyr Town?
- South Shields vs Merthyr Town kicks off at 14:00 on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at 1st Cloud Arena in South Shields, Tyne and Wear (venue local time).
- Where is South Shields vs Merthyr Town being played?
- The match is at 1st Cloud Arena in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, a 7,000-capacity stadium.
- How do I get tickets for South Shields vs Merthyr Town?
- Tickets are available through our partner. Open the match on Football Finder to compare prices through our partner ticket-compare.com.