
Jul 19, 2026
David Johnston Interview
Darlington FC Chief Executive David Johnston joins the Darlo Till I Die podcast for an in-depth discussion on the present and future of the football club.
Approaching ten years in the role, David reflects on the club's progress, the disappointment of last season's play-off near miss, and the work continuing behind the scenes to build a sustainable future for Darlington FC.
Among the topics discussed are:
⚽ David's journey as CEO after nearly a decade at the club
⚽ Amazon's new partnership with Darlington FC and what it means for the club
⚽ Reflections on the 2025/26 season and missing out on the play-offs
⚽ Summer recruitment and the Jack Maskell transfer to Barnet
⚽ Progress towards a new stadium and the challenges ahead
⚽ Improving the Blackwell Meadows pitch
⚽ The long-term vision for Darlington FC
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