Workington claimed the FA Trophy with a 4-2 victory against Blyth Spartans in the final on 26 September 2026. The hosts secured the silverware at home ground, completing a tournament campaign that saw them navigate the knockout stages to reach this point.
Workington came into the match with mixed recent form, having suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Barrow just one week earlier while also recording a comfortable 3-0 win over Marske United in their previous outing. Blyth Spartans arrived with a 4-0 victory over Whitley Amateurs in their last fixture, though they had dropped points against Redcar Town in between.
The final scoreline told a story of decisive attacking play, with Workington finding the net four times while Blyth Spartans managed two responses. The result means Workington have won the competition, while Blyth Spartans will have to content themselves with a runner-up finish.
Looking at the broader picture, this victory adds another trophy to Workington's cabinet and provides a stark contrast to their recent results, which had included losses to Manchester United and Barrow in previous seasons. The win represents a significant achievement for a club that had not always been associated with silverware success.
For Blyth Spartans, the defeat ends their cup run despite showing promise in their earlier matches, including that emphatic 4-0 victory over Whitley Amateurs. They will now turn their attention to domestic competitions with the knowledge that they reached the final stage of this tournament.
