FC Halifax Town have signed centre-back Mackenzie Maltby from Sheffield Wednesday. The transfer is a significant boost to the team's defensive options.

What happened?

Mackenzie Maltby, the former Sheffield Wednesday Under-18 captain, made his debut for the Owls last season. He also spent part of the 2024-25 season at Scarborough Athletic in National League North, where he was named the club's young player of the year.

Why it matters for FC Halifax Town

The signing of Maltby is a key transfer for FC Halifax Town, who are currently 8th in the National League with 70 points from 46 games. Their recent form has been WLDDW, with a 2-game winning run.

What comes next?

FC Halifax Town will be looking to build on their recent success, including their last result, a 1-0 win against Woking on 2026-04-25. The team's goal difference is +3, with 69 goals scored and 66 conceded this season.

CategoryStat
League standing8th
Points70
Recent formWLDDW
Goal difference+3
Goals scored69
Goals conceded66