Club Profile

Gateshead

The Tynesiders, The Heed · National League

Gateshead is a town in the Gateshead Metropolitan Borough of Tyne and Wear, England.

It is on the River Tyne's southern bank.

Club Timeline

Gateshead was founded in 1977 and remains a core part of its local football identity.

Gateshead International Stadium anchors matchday culture and community presence around the club.

The current campaign in National League (step 5) puts direct focus on promotion, survival, and long-term sustainability.

Pyramid Facts

League

National League

Step

Promotion Spots

Relegation Spots

National League is one of the most competitive tiers in the pyramid, where small margins can decide both promotion and relegation outcomes.

Playing Legacy

Top Players

Marcus Dinanga · Luke Hannant

Historical Icons

Paul Robinson · Lee Novak

Achievements & Progress

Honours

National League North champions 2021-22 · Conference North play-off winners 2013-14

Recent Finishes

Recent finish timeline pending update.

Promotion History

Promotion/relegation milestones pending.

Club In The News

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promotion

Gateshead Boss Cheers On South Shields Despite Future Headaches

Rob Elliot admits backing his neighbours for promotion might come back to bite him, as South Shields prepare for their National League North play-off semi-final against Buxton.

match-report

Pearce Penalty Keeps York's Promotion Dream Alive Despite Late Drama

Ollie Pearce's 73rd-minute spot kick rescued York City from what looked like becoming a thoroughly frustrating afternoon against Woking, keeping their automatic promotion hopes firmly on track with five matches to play.

promotion

York City Keep Title Dreams Alive as National League Race Heads for Dramatic Finale

A slender 1-0 victory over Woking ensures York City's promotion destiny remains in their own hands ahead of a mouth-watering title decider at Rochdale on April 25th.