Hartlepool are a football club competing in the National League. Founded in 1908. They play their home matches at The Suit Direct Stadium (capacity 7,856).
About Hartlepool
Hartlepool United Football Club is an association football club based in Hartlepool, England. The club plays in League Two, the fourth tier in the English football league system, since being relegated in the 2012–13 season. Hartlepool play their home games at Victoria Park, which is situated on the town's Clarence Road. The club was founded in 1908 as Hartlepools United Football Athletic Company. Until 2007 their main local rivals were Darlington F.C., but that club entered into administration in 2012, and the local rival is now considered to be York City F.C..
Hartlepool is known for its association with Brian Clough who began his managerial career at the club in 1965 and is widely considered to be one of the greatest English football managers of all time. Under Cyril Knowles' management the club won promotion to the Third Division in 1990. Hartlepool's greatest moment occurred in 2005 when they narrowly missed promotion to The Championship.
The club has received media attention in recent years when the team mascot "H'Angus the Monkey" was elected mayor during the 2002 Hartlepool Council election. The club receives vocal support from Jeff Stelling, the presenter of Sky Sports' Soccer Saturday.
Hartlepool Fixtures, Results & News
Follow Hartlepool on The Pyramid for the latest fixtures, results, squad information, and news. Check upcoming match dates and kick-off times on the Hartlepool fixtures page. Review past results, scores and match reports on the Hartlepool results page. Browse the current squad, player profiles and statistics on the Hartlepool squad page. Read the latest articles, transfer news and club updates about Hartlepool on their news page.
Hartlepool compete in the National League, one of the divisions in the English football pyramid. The National League features clubs from across England competing for promotion to the league above and battling to avoid relegation. Follow the National League standings, fixtures, and results for all clubs in the division on The Pyramid. Compare Hartlepool's league position with other National League teams in the current table.
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The English football pyramid connects leagues from the Championship to the National League North and South through promotion and relegation. Hartlepool and other National League clubs compete each season for promotion and to avoid the drop. The Pyramid brings fans closer to their clubs with comprehensive coverage including fixtures, results, squad details, and the latest news from across all six tiers of English football.