DAN CREANEY, age 31, scored the decisive goal for Tamworth against his old club Solihull Moors on April 3, 2026, securing a 1-0 win for his current team. The forward, who previously played for Solihull Moors, found the net in the 56th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse after receiving a cross. This marks Tamworth's third consecutive victory in the National League.
Match Events and Player Performance
The encounter, held at Tamworth's home ground, saw an evenly contested first half. Solihull Moors had opportunities to score, with Joe Sbarra's shot hitting the crossbar and Daniel Cox narrowly missing the target. Post-goal, Creaney himself came close to extending Tamworth's lead, forcing a save from Solihull's goalkeeper Laurie Walker in stoppage time. For Solihull, a late attempt at an equalizer by Alex Whitmore and Callum McFarlane fell short, McFarlane's shot going wide.
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Creaney's season statistics indicate a strong scoring record. He has accumulated 32 appearances for Tamworth. Recent match data from early April 2026 shows him playing full 90 minutes in wins against Brackley Town and Forest Green Rovers, scoring in both of those matches as well as against Solihull. He also received a yellow card in the game against Solihull Moors. His performance metrics, particularly regarding goals and minutes played, are noted as being high compared to other strikers in the National League.
Player Transfer History and Contract Details
Tamworth re-signed Dan Creaney on a free transfer from Solihull Moors on January 23, 2026. Creaney had previously been a prolific scorer for Tamworth between 2023 and the summer of 2025. Following his move to Solihull Moors, where he scored three goals in 12 league games during the 2025-2026 season, he returned to Tamworth initially on an eight-match loan spell before the permanent transfer. His current contract with Tamworth extends for 18 months, committing him through the next season, expiring on June 30, 2027.
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Creaney, born on July 27, 1994, in Nuneaton, England, stands at 1.88 meters tall and primarily plays as a centre-forward.
Background of Club Movements
Solihull Moors originally signed Dan Creaney from Tamworth on June 24, 2025. At the time of that transfer, he was recognized as a significant goal scorer, having finished joint-third in the National League charts the previous season with 19 goals. His six-season tenure at Tamworth saw him score 108 goals in 202 appearances. Creaney expressed his enthusiasm for the "exciting challenge" at Solihull Moors and a desire to be part of their ambitious plans.
Tamworth, a club operating with a modest budget, has been performing creditably in the National League, holding a position around 13th or 15th in the standings as of late 2025 and early 2026. The team's manager, Andy Peaks, has publicly stated his persistent efforts to bring Creaney back to the club after his loan period.
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