Morecambe’s pre-season progress under the spotlight
Morecambe turned in their most rounded pre-season display at Bamber Bridge on Friday, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect as the National League campaign looms. The Shrimps, sitting 22nd in the final 2025 table with 38 points from 46 games, are desperate to bounce back after a campaign that saw them concede 103 goals and lose their last five in a row.
What happened at Bamber Bridge?
The friendly against Bamber Bridge ended in a 2-2 draw, a useful step forward for Morecambe’s preparation. Manager Derek Adams used the game to blood youngsters and test new signings, with both goals coming from academy products making their first starts. The performance offered a rare bright spot in an otherwise bleak run of results that included a 5-0 hammering at Forest Green on April 25, 2026.
Why it matters for Morecambe
After shipping 66 goals in 2025, Adams has made defensive solidity a priority this summer. The Shrimps’ recent form reads LLLLL, with no wins in their last five outings and a gap of 70 points to league leaders York. A stronger pre-season could be the difference between survival and another relegation scrap, especially with the club’s goal difference sitting at -37.
What comes next for Morecambe?
Morecambe’s next pre-season fixture is against Kendal Town on July 27, a chance to build on the Bamber Bridge showing. The club’s focus remains on tightening the backline and adding steel in midfield before the new season kicks off. With the 2025 campaign still fresh in the memory, every positive step in pre-season counts as they aim to avoid another slide down the table.
