{
  "id": 4887012,
  "title": "Swindon sign AFC Wimbledon striker Hackford",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/swindon-sign-afc-wimbledon-striker-hackford",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-01T15:50:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/swindon-sign-afc-wimbledon-striker-155031770.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Swindon Town has officially signed AFC Wimbledon striker Antwoine Hackford on a two-year contract, bringing in the 22-year-old forward for an undisclosed fee. The talented player scored six goals during his lone season at Plough Lane, and will now don the Swindon jersey, becoming manager Ian Holloway's tenth summer signing. Hackford's journey in football began at Sheffield United, where he had loan spells at Alfreton Town, Burton Albion, and Port Vale before joining AFC Wimbledon last summer. During his time at Port Vale, Hackford played a crucial role in helping the club secure promotion to League One. The striker is thrilled to reunite with former teammates Mitch Clark and Connor Ripley at the County Ground, stating that he wants to help elevate the club beyond the confines of League Two.",
  "summary": "Swindon Town complete the signing of forward Antwoine Hackford from AFC Wimbledon on a two-year deal.",
  "key_points": [
    "Swindon Town signs 22-year-old AFC Wimbledon striker Antwoine Hackford",
    "Hackford scored six goals in his debut season at Plough Lane",
    "Former Port Vale player returns to reunite with Mitch Clark and Connor Ripley"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}