Chesterfield Owner Phil Kirk Diagnosed with Cancer

Chesterfield owner Phil Kirk has been diagnosed with inoperable cancer. The 58-year-old and his brother Ashley, who are from the town, first invested in the Spireites three years ago and are now majority owners.

What happened?

Phil Kirk's diagnosis was announced on the club's website, with a statement reading: “Chesterfield FC announces with deep regret that Phil Kirk has been recently diagnosed with inoperable cancer.”

Why it matters for Chesterfield

The news has sent shockwaves through the club and its fans, with many taking to social media to offer their support and well-wishes to Kirk and his family. The club is currently sitting 6th in England League Two, with 79 points from 46 games, and a recent form of DLWWD.

What comes next?

A win in their next game against Newport County could move them up to 14th and potentially see them sit just 10 points behind the play-off spots. Their last result was a 0-0 draw against Notts County on 2026-05-15.