Widdrington regrets not resigning after Aldershot FA Trophy win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Tommy Widdrington expressed regret for not resigning as Aldershot Town manager after their FA Trophy victory in May 2025. He cited frustrations over the club's financial difficulties, stating the budget was not expected to improve. After a rocky tenure that included a poor start to the following season, he stepped down in October 2025. Widdrington claimed the club missed opportunities to capitalize on their Wembley success, a sentiment that has surfaced amid ongoing challenges for Aldershot following managerial changes and financial instability. Current owner Deane Wood warned of significant losses ahead for the club.
- •Widdrington won the FA Trophy with Aldershot in May 2025.
- •He expressed regret for not resigning after the Wembley win.
- •The club's budget was reportedly declining amid financial difficulties.
- •Widdrington stepped down in October 2025 with the team struggling.
- •Current owner Wood warned of potential £500,000 losses next season.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — 'I should have resigned after Wembley win' - Widdrington
"Former boss Tommy Widdrington says he should have left Aldershot after their FA Trophy win amid budget frustrations.
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