2026/27 Pre-Season Friendlies Confirmed

Cornard United have confirmed a four-match pre-season programme as the Ards build towards the 2026/27 campaign. Manager and coaching staff will use the friendlies to fine-tune the squad, give game time to new arrivals and integrate any trialists ahead of the competitive opener. ## The Fixtures - **Tuesday 7 July 2026** — Earls Colne (A) - **Saturday 11 July 2026** — AFC Pegasus (A) - **Tuesday 14 July 2026** — Holland (H/A TBC) - **Saturday 18 July 2026** — Shenfield (H) The programme opens on the road with trips to Earls Colne and AFC Pegasus, before a Holland fixture (home or away still to be confirmed) and a home test at Blackhouse Lane against Shenfield to round things off. **Please note:** all kick-off times and venues are still to be confirmed and will be announced in due course. Keep an eye on the club website and our social channels for updates. We look forward to seeing supporters back at Blackhouse Lane — up the Ards!