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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
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Positive Night for Bermudian Footballers & Setback for Another
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Nahki Wells and his Luton Town teammates are just one win away from a Wembley final after a dramatic late penalty from Jordan Clark secured a 2–1 victory over Plymouth Argyle in the Vertu Trophy quarter-finals.
In a tense encounter at Kenilworth Road, the Hatters appeared set for a penalty shootout after Plymouth’s teenage substitute Tegan Finn cancelled out Isaiah Jones’ early opener. However, with just one minute of normal time remaining, the veteran Bermudian international Nahki Wells proved the difference-maker. Racing onto a ball over the top, Wells was clipped in the area by Argyle defender Mathias Ross, leaving the referee with no choice but to point to the spot.
Jordan Clark stepped up to drill the resulting 89th-minute penalty down the middle, booking Luton a semi-final meeting with Northampton at Kenilworth Road next Wednesday. The victory marks a significant milestone in the Hatters' campaign as they target a piece of silverware in the season's final stretch.
While Luton celebrated their cup progression, another Bermudian international was making headlines in the National League South. Kane Crichlow emerged as the hero for Chelmsford City, coming off the bench in the 84th minute to snatch a sensational 95th-minute winner against Hemel Hempstead Town.
Under the lights at CM1, it looked as though the Clarets were heading for a frustrating third consecutive home draw after Harry Barbrook struck the woodwork deep into stoppage time. However, Crichlow had other ideas. Latching onto a clever flick from Jesurun Uchegbulam, the substitute showed immense composure to slot the ball home, sending the home support into raptures and securing three vital points in their push toward the play-off places.
Across the non-league pyramid, Milan Butterfield was at the heart of a dominant display as Halesowen Town dismantled Barwell 6–2 in Leicestershire. The "Yeltz" produced a ruthless first-half performance, scoring five times to overwhelm their hosts. Elsewhere, Coleridge Fubler and Remi Coddington helped Binfield FC to a clean-sheet victory, shutting out Horndean 3–0 at Five Heads Park.
However, the news was more cautious for Chorley striker Kole Hall. The Magpies' talisman has yet to feature this season due to a medical condition suffered last summer, and manager Andy Preece revealed a slight delay in his return. "Kole is having to have another scan because the one he had before was not clear," Preece confirmed. Despite the setback, the club remains hopeful that the striker, who has been training with the squad, will play some part in the final weeks of the season once cleared.
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Monday, February 23, 2026
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Title Races Reaches Fever Pitch in Premier & First Divisions
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 Russell is the Leading Scorer IslandStats.com  The battle for the Bermuda Premier Division crown has intensified into a thrilling three-way tussle, with the PHC Zebras currently leading the pack after 14 matches. The Zebras sit at the summit on 30 points, but their position is far from secure as both the Dandy Town Hornets and Devonshire Colts breathe down their necks on 28 points. Crucially, the Colts hold two games in hand over the leaders and one over the Hornets, a factor that could prove decisive as the season enters its final stretch. The race is further complicated by an identical goal difference of plus 13 between the Zebras and the Hornets, suggesting that the quest for silverware may well be decided by the narrowest of margins.
At the other end of the table, a desperate scrap for survival is unfolding as four clubs fight to avoid the drop. St. George's Colts and Young Men's Social Club are currently locked on 10 points, hovering just above the danger zone. However, the Paget Lions are within striking distance on 9 points, and significantly, they possess two games in hand over the teams directly above them. The Boulevard Blazers find themselves in the most precarious position at the foot of the standings with only 6 points, leaving them with a mountain to climb if they are to retain their top-flight status.
The race for the Premier Division Golden Boot is equally captivating, spearheaded by the clinical Enrique Russell. The PHC Zebras talisman has found the net 12 times this season, establishing a two-goal cushion over his nearest rivals. Chasing him are Senoj Mitchell of the Devonshire Colts and Zeiko Lewis of Young Men's Social Club, both of whom have reached double figures with 10 goals apiece. Donovan Thompson and David Jones remain in contention with 9 goals each, ensuring the individual scoring race remains as unpredictable as the league title itself.
In the First Division, the fight for title has narrowed to a captivating duel between two storied clubs. The Somerset Trojans and Robin Hood are currently inseparable at the top, both sitting on 22 points with identical goal differences of plus 15. The Trojans hold a slight advantage in the standings having played one game fewer than their rivals, setting up a tantalizing conclusion to the second-tier campaign.
While the First Division title race is neck-and-neck, the scoring charts tell a very different story. Keishen Bean has been in a world of his own for Robin Hood, amassing a staggering 18 goals in just 10 matches. His prolific form has left the rest of the field trailing in his wake, with Jadan Ratteray-Smith, Nathan Rego, Jarred Douglas, and Antonio Wade all tied for a distant second place with 4 goals each. Bean’s extraordinary strike rate has become the defining individual story of the division as Robin Hood pushes for an immediate return to the top tier.
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Sunday, February 22, 2026
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New Leaders in Premier & First Divisions after Weekend
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A high-stakes afternoon of football across Bermuda has resulted in significant shifts at the summits of both the Premier and First Divisions as the title races enter a critical phase.
PREMIER DIVISION
Young Men Social Club 0 PHC Zebras 2
The PHC Zebras reclaimed their position as league leaders with a professional 2–0 victory over Young Men's Social Club.
The breakthrough came in the 34th minute when a cleared corner fell to Diondre Dowling, who unleashed a spectacular 30-yard "rocket" that flew into the top corner of the net.
The Zebras maintained their intensity after the interval and doubled their advantage in the 50th minute through Enrique Russell, who skillfully flicked a long throw past the goalkeeper and in off the far post.
The result moves the Zebras onto 30 points, opening up a two-point cushion over chasers Dandy Town Hornets and Devonshire Colts.
X-Road’s 4 St. George’s Colts 1
In the day's other top-flight encounter, X-Road’s continued their dominant run against St. George’s Colts with a convincing 4–1 win at Lord’s.
After taking the lead through an own goal in the 27th minute, Donavan Thompson doubled the advantage just three minutes later by pouncing on a rebound.
St. George's offered a brief glimpse of a comeback when they forced an own goal in the 75th minute, but two late goals from Paul Simons—scoring in the 82nd and 88th minutes—extinguished any hopes of a turnaround.
FIRST DIVISION
Vasco 4 Wolves 2
At the Police Field, Vasco finally broke their season duck with an entertaining 4–2 win over Wolves.
Kevin Arruda opened the scoring from the penalty spot just before the break, but the match exploded into life in the second half. After Jarred Douglas leveled for Wolves, Vasco surged clear with goals from Lucas Da Silva Marcal, Antwan Russell, and Ludero Ponte.
A late consolation from Khiari Sharrieff Hayward did little to dampen the spirits of the Vasco faithful as they celebrated their first three points of the campaign.
St. David’s 1 Somerset Trojans 3
The Somerset Trojans moved back to the top of the First Division table after a disciplined 3–1 victory over St. David’s.
The Trojans were gifted the lead shortly before half-time through an own goal and strengthened their position in the 61st minute when Jaelan Greaves converted from the penalty spot.
Although Christian King pulled a goal back for the hosts to set up a tense final twenty minutes, Kameron McNeil secured the points for the visitors with a decisive strike in the 80th minute.
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Sunday, February 22, 2026
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Dill Inspires United as Bermudian stars feature across UK
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It was an afternoon of contrasting fortunes for Bermuda’s international women’s contingent, headlined by a sensational individual performance from Keunna Dill in a ten-goal thriller in the North West.
In the North West Women's Regional Premier League, Keunna Dill proved to be the catalyst for one of the season's most remarkable comebacks. FC United of Manchester Women appeared dead and buried after a disastrous first half left them trailing Penrith AFC Ladies 4–1 at the interval.
However, Dill spearheaded a second-half resurgence, finding the back of the net just three minutes after the restart to reduce the deficit to 4–2. She completed the comeback in the 60th minute, firing home her second of the afternoon to level the scores at 4–4. United eventually secured a breathless 6–4 victory, with Dill’s brace proving pivotal in a win defined by grit and determination.
In the North East Regional Women’s League Premier, Aaliyah Nolan and her Bradford City AFC Women’s teammates enjoyed a far more straightforward afternoon. The Bantams secured a dominant 5–1 win at home against Wallsend Boys Club Women’s First, maintaining their strong form in the regional standings.
The FA Women's National League provided a quieter outing for Kenni Thompson, who remained an unused substitute for AFC Bournemouth Women. The Cherries nevertheless secured a clinical 2–0 victory over Gwalia United to continue their pursuit of the league's top honors.
Elsewhere, Eva Frazzoni and AFC Sudbury Women suffered a high-scoring heartbreak at the Elite Travel Stadium. Despite a spirited attacking display, Sudbury fell to a 4–3 defeat against Luton Town Ladies in a pulsating encounter.
Meanwhile, Jasmine Spence and her Newport Pagnell Town Women’s teammates shared the spoils on the road. A hard-fought 2–2 draw with Leicester City Women at Saffron Lane ensured Spence's side returned home with a valuable point following a closely contested ninety minutes.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026
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Bermudian Footballers Face Mixed Fortunes on Frantic Saturday
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It was an afternoon of high drama across the English football pyramid for Bermuda's overseas contingent, with high-scoring thrillers and last-minute heartbreak defining the day's action.
In Devon, Nathan Trott and his Cardiff City teammates suffered a heavy 5–2 defeat at the hands of Plymouth Argyle. Despite the setback, Trott’s side remains at the summit of the Sky Bet League One standings.
Meanwhile, a last-minute equalizer prevented Nahki Wells and Luton Town from securing a vital win at Kenilworth Road. Wells had put Luton ahead in the 13th minute with a smart turn and finish, but Burton Albion substitute Fabio Tavares nodded home two minutes into added time to deny Town what would have been a morale-boosting victory after back-to-back away defeats.
In the Southern League Premier Central, Milan Butterfield and his Halesowen Town teammates secured a standout 4–1 victory against Zhani Burgess' fourth-placed Quorn at The Grove. Elsewhere, Willie Clemons helped Leiston FC to a convincing 3–0 away win over AFC Sudbury at the Elite Travel Stadium.
Further results for Bermudian stars included Reggie Lambe and Needham Market playing out a 1–1 draw with Bury Town at the Getaway Cars Stadium in Southern League Premier Central action. Kane Crichlow and Chelmsford City shared the points in a 2–2 draw with Salisbury FC at the The Dunmow Group Community Stadium in Enterprise National League South action.
In more challenging outings, Ajani Burchall’s Wimborne Town fell to a heavy 5–0 defeat against Gloucester City in Southern League Premier South action. Keziah Martin, Justin Donawa, and their Hereford FC teammates also fell to a 2–1 defeat at the Valley Stadium against Scarborough Athletic.
Ayleal Dill’s Southwell City were beaten 2–1 by Clifton All Whites, while Hayden Dill and Eccleshill United went down 4–0 to Horbury Town.
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