Macclesfield realise impossible dream in rise from ashes to a day of historic glory

January 10, 2026

TL;DR

Macclesfield Town FC faced financial collapse and was lost to receivers in September 2020.
Local entrepreneur Rob Smethurst purchased the club's assets and invested £4m to relaunch it as Macclesfield FC.
A new 4G pitch and renovated facilities, including a gym and bar, have helped generate revenue and bring the community back.
Robbie Savage served as a frontman and manager, leading the club to promotion.
The club has achieved consecutive promotions, restoring its non-league history.
Wayne Rooney and his family have connections to the club, with his brother John Rooney currently managing the team.
The team dedicated their FA Cup victory to Ethan McLeod, a young striker who recently died in a car accident.

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