Boreham Wood Football Club chairman has outlined ambitious stadium development plans and provided a squad update ahead of the National League Cup tie against Newcastle United Under-21s. The club's official website published the chairman's notes on the night of the match at Mangata Developments Stadium, Meadow Park.
Boreham Wood currently leads the National League table with 16 points from six games, having won five and drawn one. They are three points clear of second-placed Harrogate Town and boast a goal difference of +8, having scored 16 times while conceding eight. This strong start follows an opening day draw and five consecutive league victories, plus a win in the National League Cup over the last five weeks.
What are the details of the new South Stand?
The chairman confirmed a major £4 million project to construct a new South Stand and associated facilities to English Football League standards. Main contractual decisions for the build have been made, led by the chairman alongside architect Paul Beech and quantity surveyor Matthew Build. The project is divided into three clear phases, with contractors Civils, Reid Steel, Portable Offices, and SC Slatter appointed across them.
Work is expected to start in earnest in three weeks, with modular new changing rooms being built off-site and steel being ordered now to lock in prices. However, full construction on site will not begin until February 2027. The planned build time from start to finish is 40 weeks. The goal is to be nearly finished for the opening game of next pre-season, or definitely ready for the first match of the following campaign. Local companies are expected to quote for CCTV, Wi-Fi, electrical work, signage, lighting, and detailed details.
How is the squad shaping up after recent changes?
The playing squad has seen significant movement. Forward Abdul was sold to Swedish club Djurgårdens. In response, the club made four new signings: Farhaan Ali Wahid, Danny Cashman, Ted Curd, and Jay Bird. Curd and Bird were signed just last week. Defensive stalwart Callum Reynolds remains out with a concussion injury sustained at Dagenham & Redbridge in pre-season. Striker Lewis Richardson is managing a calf issue, with his minutes being carefully monitored.
Until last week, the first-team group operated most weeks with just 16 senior players and one academy member due to the absences of Abdul and Reynolds. The chairman's notes, reported by Boreham Wood Football Club, highlight the challenge of maintaining a competitive squad. Fans can view the full squad list on the club's website.
What is the club's current form and next fixture?
Boreham Wood's recent form reads five wins in a row in the league, a run that has propelled them to the summit. Their next challenge is an away trip to Eastleigh this Saturday. The chairman expressed hope of maintaining the unbeaten league record to date. The growing travelling support, which has followed the team to Halifax, Forest Green Rovers, and Worthing this season, will be hoping for another positive result. Supporters can check the upcoming fixtures for the full schedule.
The chairman brings over 30 years of experience from the film prop master industry to the stadium project. The club also offered free entry for season ticket holders and heavily discounted tickets for all other fans for the 7pm kick-off against Newcastle's youngsters. The chairman noted the early start allows local children to be home by 9pm on a school night. The team's impressive standings position provides a perfect backdrop for this period of off-field development. The next league match is away at Eastleigh on Saturday 12th September.
