Grantham Town FC have confirmed the signing of forward Ayleal Dill, welcoming him to The Meres as the Gingerbreads continue to bolster their squad.
Dill arrives at the club from Southwell City, bringing valuable attacking options to the squad ahead of the upcoming campaign.
The move also marks a reunion for the forward, who previously played under Grantham’s First Team Assistant Manager Louis Bland during his spell at Hucknall. Bland’s existing knowledge of Dill’s strengths is expected to help the new recruit settle quickly into the setup at The Meres.
Speaking following the announcement, the club expressed their delight at securing Dill's signature as they look forward to his contribution on the pitch.
Tuesday, August 04, 2026
Bermudian duo Feature for Binfield
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Bermudian defenders Brighton Morrison and CJ Fubler were both heavily involved as non-league Binfield tested themselves against National League South opposition Farnborough Town at Hill Farm Lane.
The local side put in a spirited defensive display against higher-tier opposition, with both islanders featuring prominently throughout the contest.
Morrison retained his place in the starting XI following a string of impressive performances from defence in recent outings, where he had made key goal contributions.
The young right-back rewarded the manager's faith by anchoring the backline during a disciplined opening hour, helping Binfield hold the National League South side at bay for 65 minutes.
Fubler was introduced at the start of the second half, making a welcome return to action for Binfield.
His introduction added much-needed physical presence and structural solidity to the defensive line as Farnborough intensified their pressure in the closing stages.
Tuesday, August 04, 2026
Bermuda’s Football Story Takes Center Stage
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Bermuda’s rich football culture, proud history and promising future are in the spotlight in a new episode of Concacaf’s Federation in Focus docuseries, now available to audiences across the region and around the world.
The feature offers a cinematic look at the people, places and passion that shape the game on the island through the Bermuda Football Association (BFA), while highlighting the continued work being done to develop football at all levels, including among the next generation of players.Produced by Concacaf, Federation in Focus is a regional docuseries that highlights the unique identity and football journeys of its 41 Member Associations.
In this episode, viewers are taken inside the evolution of the sport through high-quality match footage, behind-the-scenes access, and exclusive interviews with key figures who have shaped the game locally. The visuals capture both the spirit of football and the culture of the nation.“Through Federation in Focus, we are proud to showcase the incredible work being done by our Member Associations to grow the game at every level,” said Concacaf President Victor Montagliani.
“The story of football in Bermuda is one of immense passion and resilience. This feature celebrates their unique journey and the ‘Football First’ philosophy that continues to drive progress across our region.”The episode features conversations with BFA President Mark Wade, as well asGeneral Secretary David Sabir, and Technical Development Director MauriceLowe. It also captures the essence of Bermuda’s local culture, filming at key locations such as the Royal Navy Dockyard, providing a vibrant backdrop for the federation’s story.
“Being selected for Federation in Focus is a proud moment for our football family,”said President Wade. “The feature gives our stakeholders and the world a look into what we do and how we view football. It allows the world to see the talent and dedication that exists within Bermuda and the bright future we are building for our youth”.
Monday, August 03, 2026
Social Club Replace Robin Hood in Premier Division
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The Bermuda Football Association (BFA) officially advises that on July 15th, Robin Hood Football Club informed us that it would be unable to fulfill its obligations as a Premier Division club.
This is a consequence of a declining population, as well as players and parents exploring educational and football opportunities abroad.
The Executive Council and clubs will continue addressing and formulating the necessary strategic initiatives to address these and other realities that are and will impact football in the future.
The BFA is happy that Young Men’s Social Club has accepted the offer to remain in the Premier Division, and we are looking forward to an exciting season.
Sunday, August 02, 2026
Mixed results for Bermudian Women across Europe & NWSL
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Bermuda’s top female footballers were back in pre-season action, featuring across top-flight European friendlies, English non-league encounters, and an entertaining North American clash in California.
From the mountains of Aosta to PayPal Park under the California sun, here is how the island's contingent fared.
Midfielder Leilanni Nesbeth and her Como Women teammates suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat against Swiss outfit Young Boys in their second pre-season outing at the Centro Sportivo in Montjovet.
Young Boys took control of the contest through Jelcic, who bagged a brace with goals in the 43rd and 63rd minutes. Como responded almost immediately through substitute Ginevra Moretti in the 65th minute, but the Italian side were unable to find an equalizer despite late pressure.
Over in North America, Mia Fishel made an immediate impact for Seattle Reign FC as they claimed a dramatic 3-2 victory over Bay FC in a pulsating contest.
It took the Reign just five minutes to open the scoring after pressing aggressively from the opening whistle. Maddie Dahlien drove down the left wing before cutting a precise cross into the box, where Fishel displayed superb footwork to tap the ball past her marker and the goalkeeper for her first run-of-play goal of the campaign.
Dahlien then doubled the lead with her second goal of the season before Bay FC fought back into contention. However, Reign legend Jess Fishlock sealed the win with a dramatic goal in the dying minutes of the match.
It was a productive day for Bermudian players across the English pre-season circuit:
Sutton United Women: K'Shaela Burch-Waldron helped Sutton United secure an impressive 3-1 away victory over QPR Women in West London.
AFC Sudbury Women: Midfielder Eva Frazzoni played a key role as AFC Sudbury earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Billericay Town Women.
Newport Pagnell Town Women: Featuring Bermudian forward Jasmine Spence, Newport Pagnell Town claimed a 2-1 win over Hitchin Belles to continue their pre-season momentum.
