Aldershot Town manager Tommy Widdrington has signed a new two-year deal with the National League club. The 53-year-old former Southampton and Grimsby Town player took over as Shots boss in April 2023.

What happened?

Widdrington led Aldershot to victory in the FA Trophy last season, the club's first trip to Wembley in its history. He took the club to an eighth-placed finish in his first full season in charge before finishing 16th last term.

Why it matters for Aldershot Town

The new deal commits Widdrington to the club until 2027, along with assistant manager Hugo Langton and goalkeeping coach David Smalley. As of 27 Jun 2026, Aldershot Town stands 20th in the England National League, with 46 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LLLLL.

What comes next?

The team will look to improve on their recent performances, having lost their last five games, including a 0-2 defeat to Truro City on 2026-04-25. | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 20th | | Goals this season | 69 scored, 87 conceded | | Title race | 62 points behind leaders York | | Last result | Aldershot Town 0-2 Truro City | | Recent form | LLLLL | Aldershot Town will aim to turn their fortunes around under Widdrington's continued leadership.