James Gale

James Henry Wilson Gale is an English footballer who plays as a forward for National League North side Macclesfield F.C.

Career Gale began his career in the Derby County academy, being released aged 14 and joining Long Eaton United.

Mansfield Town Gale joined Mansfield Town on 1 September 2021. He made his senior debut for Mansfield Town on 9 November 2021 in the starting line-up for the 6-3 win against Newcastle United Under-21s in the FA Trophy group stage.

In February 2022, Gale joined National League North side Guiseley on a one-month loan deal.

In November 2022 Gale signed a contract with Mansfield Town until the end of the 2023-24 season. On 18 April 2023, he scored his first Mansfield Town goal with what proved to be the winner in a 2–1 victory over Newport County.

Following promotion to League One in the 2023–24 season, Gale signed a new two-year contract. In July 2024, he joined National League side Solihull Moors on a season-long loan deal. He was recalled in January 2025, subsequently joining Boston United, also of the National League, on loan for the remainder of the season.

Altrincham On 8 June 2025, Gale signed for National League side Altrincham on a free transfer.

Career statistics + Appearances and goals by club, season and competition

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2021–22 EFL League Two

2022–23 EFL League Two

2023–24 EFL League Two

|2024–25 EFL League One

Guiseley (loan) 2021–22 National League North

Solihull Moors (loan) 2024–25