Chesterfield 2 (Tshimanga 59’, 73′) United 2 (Little 88′, Lapslie 90+5′)   A heroic last-gasp fightback from Gary Johnson’s side saw United secure a dramatic 2-2 draw at Chesterfield on Saturday evening. After dealing so well with everything the league leaders could throw at them for the first hour, it was Chesterfield striker Kabongo Tshimanga 

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One man who will taking a particularly keen interest in tomorrow’s televised clash between United & Chesterfield will be John Turner, a man who played for both sides. Gateshead-born goalkeeper Turner enjoyed fine spells at both clubs, having 76 league appearances at Plainmoor between 1978-1980 ahead of making the switch to Chesterfield, prior to a 

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Assistant Manager Aaron Downes discusses United’s preparations ahead of The Gulls’ televised clash at his previous club Chesterfield on Saturday. During the course of the week, United’s players have been hard at work behind the scenes in preparation for this weekend’s trip to Derbyshire, as Aaron explains: “The boys will be prepared. We’ve had a 

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Having proved hugely popular with the Yellow Army since its release earlier this month, Gary Johnson’s side are set to showcase our new third kit in front of the BT Sport cameras at Chesterfield on Saturday. The Club’s highly anticipated third kit was unveiled recently to mark the centenary of Torquay United’s first competitive fixture 

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