Luke Ireland

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On 1st July 2019, Luke Ireland was appointed the role of manger at Gateshead FC. After noticing the team needed some defensive upgrades, he signed Alex Lacey and C.Oliver to keep out the goals. During the season it was obvious that Gateshead were going to be challenging for the title. Goalscorers Preston and Lewis-Potter helped them climb the table and eventually and deservedly win the league and gain promotion to the Vanarama National League. The first season of the National League went very well for Ireland and Gateshead. After a ropy start, they managed to secure a playoff place after finishing 5th which they were knocked out in the semi final. Gateshead also won the 20/21 FA Trophy against Aldershot at the neutral ground of Wembley.