Outerbridge Strike Seals Derby Win as Rams Stun Hornets
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North Village Rams 1 Dandy Town Hornets 0
The North Village Rams finally have a major result to cheer about against rivals Dandy Town Hornets, securing a crucial 1-0 victory in their rescheduled Premier Division clash at Bernard Park. The win provides a vital kickstart to the Rams' season after a tough run of previous results against the Hornets.
In a tightly contested fixture, the lone goal arrived late in the first half. In the 43rd minute, the North Village Rams took the lead through a decisive finish from Jordan Outerbridge.
The goal was a classic example of opportunism: a shot from outside the box was pushed onto the crossbar by the Dandy Town goalkeeper, and Outerbridge was the quickest to react, slotting home the rebound from close range to give the Rams a 1-0 advantage.
The second half saw both teams create several chances, with Dandy Town pushing hard for an equaliser. However, the North Village Rams' defence stood tall, holding firm under pressure to secure the clean sheet and earn their first league win of the season. The three points are essential for the Rams as they look to climb out of the lower half of the Premier Division table.
Meanwhile, the Bermuda Football Association has confirmed another rescheduled fixture. The Premier Division match between the Boulevard Blazers and the Paget Lions, originally scheduled for Thursday, October 30th, has been moved to Tuesday, November 11th, with a 2:00 PM kick-off at the Devonshire Recreation Club.
Thursday, November 06, 2025
Bermuda Footballers in Action as Eve & Lambe Share Points
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A busy day for Bermudian footballers in the English non-league system saw a high-scoring victory, a frustrating defeat, and a derby draw featuring two national team veterans.
The standout fixture saw two Bermudian international veterans clash in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Central match at Arden Garages Stadium, where Stratford Town FC (featuring goalkeeper Dale Eve) hosted Needham Market FC (with veteran Reggie Lambe).
The two teams fought out an entertaining 2-2 draw, ultimately sharing the points. Both Bermudians played key roles for their respective sides in the tightly contested match, ensuring neither side was able to claim bragging rights on the day.
A challenging result came for the Bermudian trio of Deniche Hill, Keziah Martin, and their Buxton United FC teammates. They went down 2-1 to a side featuring compatriot Ne-Jai Tucker at the Tarmac Silverlands Stadium.
Tucker’s Southport Football Club secured the crucial victory, handing a defeat to the Buxton side. The result marks a valuable three points for Southport but will be a frustrating result for Hill and Martin's side as they look to climb the table.
In the North West Counties Football League, striker Joshua Joseph and his Cheadle Heath Nomads teammates delivered a devastating attacking performance, thrashing Haughmond FC 7-0.
Joseph, who recently opened his goal-scoring account for the Nomads, was part of an unstoppable offensive unit that ran rampant against Haughmond, securing a huge victory that significantly boosts the team's goal difference and moves them up the standings.
Wednesday, November 05, 2025
Hornets vs Rams Set for Friday Night Showdown
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The Bermuda Football Association (BFA) has confirmed the rescheduled date for the postponed Premier Division fixture between the Dandy Town Hornets and the North Village Rams.
The highly anticipated match, which was originally set to take place last Saturday, November 1st, has now been rescheduled for Friday, November 7th.
Football fans can look forward to the rivalry clash kicking off at 8:00 PM at the Bernard Park.
The rescheduling means both teams will be eager to secure vital league points as the Premier Division season continues to take shape. The Hornets, currently sitting just one point off the top of the table (with a game in hand), will view the match as a crucial opportunity to gain ground on leaders Devonshire Colts. The North Village Rams, meanwhile, will be looking to break into the top half of the standings against a strong opponent.
Monday, November 03, 2025
Current Premier & First Division Standings & Goalscorers
Senoj Mitchell
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The Bermuda Football Association (BFA) Premier and First Division campaigns are now five rounds into the season, and the league tables are firmly taking shape, setting the stage for tense battles for supremacy at both the top and bottom of the standings.
The Premier Division is proving to be the most competitive top-flight race in years, featuring an intense, three-way scrap for the top spot, separated only by the finest of margins: a single point and goal difference.
Devonshire Colts currently sit atop the league with 12 points, placing them just one point ahead of two powerful contenders: Dandy Town Hornets and X-Road’s. Crucially, Dandy Town Hornets hold a game in hand, meaning the leadership could change hands quickly in the coming weeks.
The race for the Golden Boot is just as closely contested in the top flight. Senoj Mitchell leads the charts with six goals, but a fierce five-way tie is emerging as the early chasers. David Jones (Dandy Town Hornets), Jonte Smith (North Village Rams), Donovan Thompson (X-Road’s), Elisha Darrell (Devonshire Colts), and Zeiko Lewis (Young Men Social Club) all have four goals each, promising a season-long scoring battle.
In the First Division, the Somerset Trojans continue to establish themselves as the early pacesetters, remaining undefeated after four matches to lead the standings.
The chase pack sees the Southampton Rangers in second place on 9 points. They are followed by Robin Hood and the Somerset Eagles, who both have six points apiece. Robin Hood holds a significant advantage, having played two fewer games than their rivals, while Somerset Eagles also have a game in hand, suggesting the table could shift dramatically as fixtures catch up.
The early Golden Boot race in the First Division is being dominated by veteran talent. Keishen Bean of Robin Hood has stormed ahead of the field with a blistering eight goals. The chasing pair consists of Sijay Samuels and Ellington Weldon, both from the Southampton Rangers, who have five goals each.
PREMIER DIVISION
12 Devonshire Colts 10 Dandy Town Hornets 10 X-Road's 06 PHC Zebras 05 Devonshire Cougars 04 Paget Lions 04 St. George's Colts 03 North Village Rams 03 Young Men Social Club 01 Boulevard Blazers
PREMIER LEADING GOALSCORERS
6 Senoj Mitchell - Devonshire Colts 4 David Jones - Dandy Town Hornets 4 Jonte Smith - North Village Rams 4 Donovan Thompson - X-Road's 4 Elisha Darrell - Devonshire Colts 4 Zeiko Lewis - Young Men Social Club 3 Mosiais Mills - Devonshire Cougars
FIRST DIVISION
12 Somerset Trojans 09 Southampton Rangers 06 Robin Hood 06 Somerset Eagles 03 St. David's 03 Vasco 03 Wolves 00 Hamilton Parish
Wells & Donawa 2nd Round Opponents & Joseph Scores
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Two prominent Bermuda National team players, despite their absence from the recent Concacaf World Cup Qualifying squad, have now turned their focus back to crucial domestic action after learning their opponents in the Emirates FA Cup Second Round.
Striker Nahki Wells and his Luton Town teammates have been handed an away tie, drawing Fleetwood Town. Wells, who has been a consistent goal threat for Luton, will travel to Highbury Stadium for the match, which is scheduled to be played around the weekend of Saturday, December 6th, 2025.
Meanwhile, winger Justin Donawa and his Brackley Town side, who successfully navigated the qualifying rounds, have been rewarded with a high-profile home fixture. They will host Burton Albion FC at St James Park. This tie is also set to be played on the same weekend of December 6, offering Donawa a chance to shine on home turf against Football League opposition.
Both players will be eager to progress to the Third Round, where clubs from the Premier League and EFL Championship enter the prestigious competition.
Deniche Hill, Keziah Martin, and their Buxton United FC teammates have been drawn against Cheltenham Town in the Second Round of the Emirates FA Cup
Bermudian forward Joshua Joseph has opened his goal-scoring account for his new English club, Cheadle Heath Nomads, scoring in his first start to help secure a vital 3–2 victory over New Mills FC.
Joseph, who recently signed for the North West Counties League Division One North side, made an instant impact after being given a starting role for the crucial fixture.
The 25-year-old found the net moments after the restart, scoring the Nomads' second goal of the match just 46 minutes into the contest. The goal, which followed a first-half strike from Harry St Romaine, put Cheadle Heath Nomads temporarily ahead at 2-1 in a closely fought encounter.
Although New Mills FC fought back to level the score from the penalty spot, Omogbolahan Solarin secured the eventual winner for Cheadle Heath Nomads in the 77th minute.
Joseph's first goal for the club is a significant milestone, marking a successful breakthrough into the starting lineup and confirming his quality after making the transition to the English semi-professional circuit.
