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Sunday, July 12, 2026
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Wells Finds the Net in Pre-Season Opener
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Nahki Wells' teammate Jordan Clark bagged two goals as Luton Town scored five in their pre-season opener against Hitchin Town at Top Field.
The midfielder netted regularly last season, finding the back of the net 13 times to secure the best return of his career, with it only taking him just shy of 15 minutes to open the scoring against the Canaries.
Following a foul on new loan signing Harrison Ashby, Clark managed to get his head on the end of a whipped in free-kick from Liam Walsh to break the deadlock in Hertfordshire, the two midfielders combining after recently committing their futures to the club.
It didn’t take Clark long to bag his brace, finishing off his second just after the half-hour mark, receiving the ball following some excellent build up play on the left-hand side before working it onto his right foot to fire a curling effort into the corner of the net from the edge of the area.
Following the break and a new eleven taking to the pitch, Wembley hero Wells found time in the box to get on the end of a Harry Fox cross to divert his effort beyond the reach of McGregor in the Hitchin goal to put the Hatters three to the good.
Just after the hour, Kasey Palmer scored the fourth goal of the game. Sverre Sandal managed to win a corner which allowed George Saville to whip in a dangerous ball for Palmer to rise highest and nod home.
Returning to guard the net in the second half was Town hero James Shea, and the goalkeeper was called into action right at the death when he had to tip over a fine effort from Hitchin’s Kye Tearle.
The Hatters had the fifth and final goal of the game when our trialist whipped in a dangerous delivery for Christian Chigozie to power a header into the back of the net and wrap up the game.
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Saturday, July 11, 2026
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Smith’s Rhode Island Win After Penalty Drama
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Khano Smith’s Rhode Island FC closed out their 2026 Prinx Tires USL Cup campaign in spectacular fashion, defeating Brooklyn FC 4-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout after a tense 1-1 draw at Centreville Bank Stadium.
In a match that had just about everything, it was RIFC goalkeeper Koke Vegas who stole the headlines, saving a crucial Brooklyn penalty before stepping up to bury the winning spot-kick himself to send the home crowd into raptures.
The Ocean State club looked to be on course for victory in normal time when Agustín “Pity” Rodríguez netted his first-ever goal for RIFC, breaking the deadlock with a clinical finish that ignited the stadium.
However, Brooklyn FC refused to go quietly into the night. The visitors ramped up the pressure in the second half and found their lifeline through Juan Carlos Obregón Jr., who curled a magnificent free-kick past Vegas to level the scores and ultimately force the match into extra time and penalties.
With nothing to separate the two sides after 120 grueling minutes, the final descended into the lottery of a penalty shootout.
The Save: With the shootout finely poised at 3-3, Vegas guessed correctly to pull off a stunning save, denying Brooklyn the advantage.
The Winner: Exhibiting nerves of steel, the Spanish shot-stopper then handed the ball to the referee, placed it on the spot, and confidently smashed home the decisive penalty to seal the win.
The victory caps off a remarkable campaign for Smith’s side, however Rhode Island didn’t progress out of the group stage.
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Thursday, July 09, 2026
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Armstrong shines as Motown FC 2 Clinch Divisional Title
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Bermudian forward Andrew Armstrong played a starring role as Motown FC 2 crushed the Hudson Valley Hammers 5-0 to secure the USL League Two Metropolitan Division title.
In a high-stakes match where victory was essential to guarantee a post-season berth, Motown played with a ruthless purpose from the opening whistle to punch their ticket to the play-offs.
With the pressure mounting ahead of kick-off, Motown showed no signs of nerves. Jude Essuman score an 11th-minute opener to settle any tension, leaving the visitors with a narrow lead at the halftime interval.
Motown then completely dominated the second period. A quick-fire double from Julien Lacher and a second from Essuman early in the half effectively killed off the contest.
The final ten minutes belonged entirely to Armstrong. The Bermudian turned provider in the 80th minute, delivering a pinpoint cross for Gabriel Ruitenberg to slide home the fourth.
Five minutes later, Armstrong capped off a magnificent individual display, curling a precise direct free-kick past the helpless Hudson Valley goalkeeper to seal both the victory and the Metropolitan Division crown in style.
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Thursday, July 09, 2026
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Christopher Watches FH Hafnarfjordur crush Throttur
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Bermuda international Nia Christopher watched from the touchline as her FH Hafnarfjordur teammates orchestrated a spectacular 7 - 3 comeback victory over Throttur in the Iceland Women's Premier Division.
The match was defined by an extraordinary individual masterclass from Ida Hermannsdottir. The forward netted a stunning five goals to single-handedly dismantle the hosts after a shaky start for the visiting side.
Throttur initially took complete control of the contest. Alexia Czerwien punished early defensive errors to strike twice in the opening twenty minutes, giving the home side a commanding two-goal advantage.
However, the momentum violently swung just past the half-hour mark. Hermannsdottir sparked a ruthless fightback, scoring three times in a devastating four-minute spell. Her rapid hat-trick flipped the match on its head, sending Hafnarfjordur into the halftime break with a 3-2 lead.
There was no respite for Throttur after the restart. Hermannsdottir continued her relentless form, adding her fourth goal just two minutes into the second half, before striking her fifth in the 57th minute to put the game out of reach.
Deja Sandoval extended the lead further in the 69th minute to cap off a dominant period for the visitors. While Thordis Agustsdottir managed to pull a consolation goal back for Throttur nine minutes from time, Berglind Hlynsdottir had the final word for Hafnarfjordur. The late substitute fired home deep into stoppage time to seal the ten-goal thriller and ensure a resounding away victory.
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Monday, July 06, 2026
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Barnsley Secure Major Coup with Signing of Nolan
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Barnsley Women's Football Club have completed the signing of prolific Bermudian international forward Aaliyah Nolan from rivals Bradford City.
The experienced striker arrives at Oakwell on the heels of a magnificent, record-breaking campaign with the Bantams, where her ruthless form in front of goal guided the club to promotion into Tier 4 of the women's football pyramid.
Nolan was the undisputed focal point of Bradford's attack last term, racking up an astonishing 26 goals in all competitions to capture both a league winners' medal and her club's coveted Top Goalscorer award. Her addition represents a massive statement of intent for Barnsley as they look to bolster their frontline ahead of the new season.
Speaking after the deal was finalized, Nolan revealed that a long-standing mutual respect with the Barnsley coaching staff was the driving catalyst behind her decision to move across Yorkshire.
"Joining this club felt like the right decision. I’ve had a strong relationship with the coaches for a long time, and that trust played a big part in my decision. I’m excited to get started, help the team, and create new memories together.” said Nolan.
Nolan's pedigree on both the domestic and international stages makes her a marquee addition to the squad. The forward has been a standout presence for the Bermuda women's national team, notably competing in the CONCACAF W Championship qualifiers and representing her country with distinction since her youth international debut.
Her clinical instinct was on full display throughout the 2025/26 campaign. From a stunning opening-day hat-trick against Alnwick Town to high-pressure finishes in the business end of the season, she consistently proved to be the ultimate difference-maker.
Barnsley will be eager to integrate Nolan’s explosive pace and technical versatility into their attacking structures as pre-season preparations get underway later this month.
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