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Saturday, January 17, 2026
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Premier & First Division Table Changing Double Header
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The Dandy Town Hornets sting the PHC Zebras to leapfrog rivals in Premier Division summit clash, while Robin Hood maintain First Division momentum.
PREMIER DIVISION
PHC Zebras 0 Dandy Town Hornets 3
The Dandy Town Hornets have climbed to second in the Premier Division standings after a clinical 3-0 demolition of league leaders PHC Zebras at the PHC Stadium.
In a highly anticipated top-of-the-table encounter, the Hornets produced a first-half masterclass that left the hosts reeling. The breakthrough came in the 13th minute when Tomiko Goater stepped up to convert from the penalty spot following a handball in the area. Goater was at it again just two minutes later, catching the Zebras' goalkeeper off-guard with a powerful strike at the near post to double the advantage.
The Zebras' night went from bad to worse just before the half-hour mark. A defensive lapse at the back allowed Kamali Davis to pounce, firing home a third to effectively end the contest before the interval. While the second half saw both sides spurn chances to alter the scoreline, the damage was already done. The victory sees the Hornets move ahead of the Zebras in the race for the title, leaving the Warwick-based side to reflect on a rare off-day at home.
FIRST DIVISION
Robin Hood 2 St. David’s 1
Robin Hood have strengthened their grip on the top of the First Division after edging out St. David’s in a hard-fought 2-1 victory at the PHC Stadium.
The match carried significant weight for the league leaders, who were eager to avenge a 1-0 defeat suffered at the hands of the same opponents earlier in the season. With the Somerset Trojans breathing down their necks in the promotion race, Hood found the opening they needed in the 31st minute. Keishen Bean, the division’s leading marksman, lived up to his billing by finding the back of the net to give his side a slender lead at the break.
The contest remained on a knife-edge for much of the second period until Tokia Bean provided the breathing room Hood craved, netting a second in the 75th minute. St. David’s refused to go quietly and set up a grandstand finish when Aaron Paynter pulled one back deep into stoppage time. However, it proved too little too late as the league leaders held on to secure three vital points in their bid for a return to the top flight.
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Saturday, January 17, 2026
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Bermuda UK Footballers Saturday Round Up
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 Wells Celebrates Scoring IslandStats.com
Nathan Trott and his teammates showed the resolve of champions-elect, weathering late pressure from the Bantams to secure three vital points. The win sees the Bluebirds open up a commanding six-point lead, putting clear daylight between themselves and the chasing pack as the promotion race heats up.
In the day’s most dramatic comeback, Luton Town recovered from a disastrous opening period to claim a 2-2 draw against an in-form Lincoln City.
The Town faithful were stunned into silence early on as Freddie Draper and Rob Street clinical finishes handed the visitors a two-goal cushion midway through the first half. However, the momentum shifted rapidly before the interval.
Gideon Kodua pulled one back to spark the revival, before Nahki Wells sent Kenilworth Road into raptures with a thunderous low drive that flew into the bottom corner. Despite a frantic second half, neither side could find a winner, leaving the points shared in an entertaining stalemate.
It was a busy afternoon across the pyramid, with several notable performances and results involving key names in the non-league circuit:
National League South: Kane Crichlow helped Chelmsford City to a gritty 1-0 win over Weston-super-Mare at the Dunmow Group Community Stadium.
National League North: Justin Donawa and Keziah Martin both featured from the start for Hereford FC in a cagey 0-0 draw against King's Lynn Town.
Southern League Central: Milan Butterfield’s Halesowen Town edged Royston Town 2-1, while Willie Clemons and Leiston FC played out a scoreless draw with Stourbridge.
The Big Winners: Needham Market secured a massive three points against Stratford Town. The 1-0 win was built on a "world-class" strike from Reggie, but the headlines were shared with goalkeeper James Bradbrook, whose "unreal" double save ensured a clean sheet.
There was frustration for Harry Twite and Loughborough Students, who surrendered a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 with Basford United. Elsewhere, Ajani Burchall’s Wimborne Town earned a 1-1 draw against Hungerford.
In a high-scoring thriller, Zhani Burgess remained an unused substitute as Quorn FC fell just short in a 4-3 defeat to Spalding United.
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Friday, January 16, 2026
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Spoils Shared as Devonshire Colts Move top after Derby Draw
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Devonshire Cougars 1 Devonshire Colts 1
Devonshire Colts climbed to the summit of the Premier Division table on Sunday despite being held to a 1-1 draw by local rivals Devonshire Cougars in a physical and closely contested derby.
The point was enough to see the Colts leapfrog the chasing pack at the top of the standings, while the Cougars remain in fifth place following a frantic encounter at the Devonshire Recreation Club.
In a match where local bragging rights were at stake alongside crucial league points, it was the Colts who struck the first blow. The visitors found their rhythm early and took the lead in the 20th minute when Jorj Dublin found the back of the net.
Dublin’s strike rewarded a period of sustained pressure from the league leaders, who managed the remainder of the first half with composure. They headed into the interval with a 1-0 advantage, leaving the home side searching for answers.
The Cougars emerged from the break with renewed intensity and did not have to wait long for an equalizer. Zari Simmons found the breakthrough in the 51st minute, firing home to level the scores and ignite the home support.
With the match balanced on a knife-edge at 1-1, both sides pushed for a decisive winner. The final half-hour saw a flurry of chances at both ends of the pitch, but a combination of desperate defending and missed opportunities ensured the points were shared.
While the Cougars may feel they had the momentum to take all three points, it is the Colts who leave the happier side, knowing their dogged performance was sufficient to reclaim first place.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Zebras & Hornets Clash in Title-Defining Weekend
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The Bermuda Football Association has unveiled a high-stakes weekend schedule as the chase for the Premier Division crown reaches a critical juncture. With the league leaders and chasing pack separated by the thinnest of margins, every point across the top two tiers now carries significant weight for title ambitions and survival.
The action kicks off on Friday night at the Devonshire Recreation Club, where fifth-placed Devonshire Cougars host local rivals Devonshire Colts in an 8:00 pm "Devonshire Derby." Colts currently sit in second place and will be desperate to maintain pressure on the summit, while the Cougars look to climb into the top four following a steady run of recent form.
Saturday’s focus shifts to the PHC Stadium for a blockbuster doubleheader. The evening begins at 7:00 pm with a First Division clash as league leaders Robin Hood take on fifth-placed St. David’s. At 9:00 pm, the main event sees Premier Division pacesetters PHC Zebras host third-placed Dandy Town Hornets. The Hornets are looking to replicate their dramatic New Year’s Day victory over the Zebras, while the hosts aim to consolidate their narrow lead at the top of the table.
Sunday’s Premier Division fixtures feature a critical battle at the bottom, as ninth-placed Young Men’s Social Club host tenth-placed Boulevard Blazers at the Police Field in a must-win game for both sides' survival hopes. Elsewhere at 3:00 pm, seventh-placed Paget Lions entertain eighth-placed St. George's Colts at White Hill Field, while sixth-placed X-Road’s host defending champions North Village Rams at Lord’s in St. David’s.
The First Division also promises plenty of drama on Sunday afternoon. In addition to Southampton Rangers hosting Wolves, all eyes will be on the Somerset Cricket Club at 12:30 pm for the "Battle of Somerset." Second-placed Somerset Trojans host third-placed Somerset Eagles in a pivotal promotion scrap that could determine who stays in the hunt to join the top flight next season.
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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Cardiff eye Tyrer Deal & Bermudian Trio feature in UK Cup Action
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Cardiff City are set to sign Everton goalkeeper Harry Tyrer on a permanent contract as they look to bolster their promotion-chasing squad.
The 24-year-old is scheduled to undergo a medical before finalising his move to the Welsh capital. While the Bluebirds are currently operating under a transfer embargo, club officials are confident the restriction will be lifted by the end of the week following the submission of their accounts.
Tyrer’s arrival will inject fresh competition into the goalkeeping department. He joins a squad where Bermudian Nathan Trott has excelled while on loan from Copenhagen, alongside current second-choice Matt Turner.
In the Isthmian League Cup, Bermudian pair Colridge Fubler and Remi Coddington enjoyed a successful night at Hill Farm Lane.
Facing local rivals Ascot United for the third time this season, Binfield FC secured a convincing 3-1 victory. The win marks a significant result for "The Moles," who have traded blows with Ascot throughout the current campaign.
There was less luck for Milan Butterfield and Halesowen Town, who were eliminated from the Birmingham Senior Cup after a 2-1 defeat to Leamington.
Leamington took the lead after just 90 seconds through Seb Thompson before Tim Berridge doubled the advantage with a stunning 30-yard solo run. Halesowen’s hopes of a comeback were dented when Jim Kellermann saw his second-half penalty saved by Rogan Ravenhill.
Despite a late tap-in from Ty Barnett following Fin Holmes’ cross, Halesowen Town couldn't find a late equalizer to force a shootout.
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