{"id":25784,"date":"2026-10-28T15:24:01","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T15:24:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/?p=25784"},"modified":"2026-10-28T15:24:01","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T15:24:01","slug":"these-is-the-best-news-we-could-hope-for-in-a-moment-that-has-sent-shockwaves-of-joy-through-the-valley-and-the-english-championship-league-ecl-broader-community-bradford-city-afc-owner-stefan-rup-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/index.php\/2026\/10\/28\/these-is-the-best-news-we-could-hope-for-in-a-moment-that-has-sent-shockwaves-of-joy-through-the-valley-and-the-english-championship-league-ecl-broader-community-bradford-city-afc-owner-stefan-rup-2\/","title":{"rendered":"THESE IS THE BEST NEWS WE COULD HOPE FOR: In a moment that has sent shockwaves of joy through the valley and The English Championship League (ECL) broader community, Bradford City AFC Owner Stefan Rupp has officially confirmed that legendary star Stuart McCall is returning to the organisation _ this time not as a player but as their new senior C\u2026.see more"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"a053919098f6cd216e6b44e16ee806cb\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: left; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0;\">\n<div  id='HB_Footer_Close_hbagency_space_107379'>\r\n <div id='HB_CLOSE_hbagency_space_107379'><\/div>\r\n <div id='HB_OUTER_hbagency_space_107379'>\r\n<div id='hbagency_space_107379'><\/div>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25786\" src=\"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG-20261028-WA0002-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG-20261028-WA0002-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG-20261028-WA0002-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG-20261028-WA0002-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG-20261028-WA0002.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In a moment that would bring enormous excitement to supporters across the city and the wider English football community, Bradford City AFC legend Stuart McCall is being linked with a possible return to the club in a senior leadership role. The former player and manager remains a hugely familiar figure to the Bantams faithful, having built a lasting connection with the club throughout his career.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>According to the circulating announcement, Bradford City owner Stefan Rupp has confirmed McCall&#8217;s return to the organisation, this time away from the pitch. The suggested position is a senior club role that would allow the former Scotland international to contribute his experience, football knowledge and understanding of Bradford City&#8217;s traditions. However, the exact job title and official appointment should be confirmed through an announcement from the club.<\/p>\n<p>McCall&#8217;s name carries special significance among Bradford City supporters. His years of service as a player, combined with his previous spells as manager, have made him an important part of the club&#8217;s modern history. 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