Chip League 2025/26

I have continued my chip league for another season and my waist line will prove that. Chips were available at just under 50% of the 44 matches I watched and some times the alternative was very good. The pork pie served on a football pitch serviette at Melton Mowbray was memorable, the two Scotch pies in Scotland were a positive experience, previously I was not so sure, and the meat pie at Tranmere Rovers was exceptional.

The chips started off at Berwick Rangers and set up the season, with a high score of 70, which was only beaten by three clubs. A 72 at Staveley Miners Welfare, I think was partially influenced by the superb club house and the friendly atmosphere. The 73 at Market Harborough where I even forgot to take a photo of them, I was obviously enjoying them,, and the winners, a 74, at Hallam FC. The Hallam chips were hot, golden, tasty, crispy with firm but fluffy centres. Having not eaten any lunch the large portion was what was needed but may have also influenced my judgement. The two highest scores were also when I was with family so again that may have influenced the outcomeThe two highest scores were also when I was with family so again that may have influenced the outcome.

As always I have to confirm that all of the scores are subjective and my own personal view.