We're diving deep into the National League this week! Dan, Craig, and Mark are joined by special guest Dan from Gateshead FC to discuss the Heed's season so far—the highs, the lows, and what's next. Plus, we've got a comprehensive review of Game Week 15, breaking down all the action, controversial moments, and results that shook up the table!

Can Gateshead push for the playoffs? Hit like, subscribe, and let us know your predictions in the comments!

In This Week's Episode

- Deep Dive: Gateshead FC! We're joined by a Gateshead fan to break down the Heed's season so far and their playoff potential.

- Game Week 15 Review: Full coverage of all the results and biggest talking points from the National League weekend.

- Controversial Calls? We analyze the key moments from Brackley Town vs Gateshead and Truro City vs Halifax.

- Big Wins & Shocks: Breaking down results like Carlisle United vs Forest Green Rovers and Morecambe vs Southend.

- Quickfire 5 in 5: Our rapid-round segment covering the latest news and predictions.

National League Lowdown Timestamps

Topic Time

Introduction 0:00

Gateshead FC Season Discussion 2:01

Game Week 15 Reviews

Brackley Town vs Gateshead 16:00

Carlisle United vs Forest Green Rovers 19:30

York City vs Wealdstone 29:52

Morecambe vs Southend United 36:05

Sutton United vs Hartlepool United 41:19

Truro City vs FC Halifax Town 47:51

Altrincham vs Woking 54:11

5 in 5 Quickfire Segment 60:48

Predictions Recap & Final Thoughts 65:35

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Aldershot Town, Altrincham, Boreham Wood, Boston United, Brackley Town, Braintree Town, Carlisle United, Eastleigh, FC Halifax Town, Forest Green Rovers, Gateshead, Hartlepool United, Morecambe, Rochdale, Scunthorpe United, Solihull Moors, Southend United, Sutton United, Tamworth, Truro City, Wealdstone, Woking, Yeovil Town, York City.

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The National League Lowdown, presented by The Football Deck, is your essential weekly audio and video content home for all things related to the top flight of non-league football. Hosts Dan, Mark, Louie and Craig team up to provide dedicated, in-depth coverage of the National League, often featuring special guests including players, managers, and prominent club supporters. Each episode delivers a comprehensive package of analysis, covering the latest transfer news, match previews, and detailed match reviews. The show ensures fans stay updated on results, opinion, and the hosts' weekly predictions as they discuss every major storyline from the non-league pyramid.

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