Premier Division Heavyweights Flex Muscles in FA Cup
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Bermuda’s top-flight giants largely avoided the "banana skins" of the FA Cup first round, with a series of clinical performances ensuring the Premier Division’s dominance over their lower-league challengers.
FC Rhino 0 St. George’s Colts 3
St. George’s Colts showed exactly why they are the reigning Dudley Eve champions with a professional 3-0 victory over Corona League side FC Rhino at White Hill Field.
Malachi Trott settled any early nerves by providing the breakthrough in the 26th minute, a lead the Colts held until the interval.
Kashe Hall effectively put the tie to bed six into the second half, before Isai Gibbons added the gloss with a third 20 minutes from time to ensure a safe passage into the quarter-finals.
Inter BDA FC 1 X-Roads WFC 4
The afternoon’s biggest shock nearly occurred at the Police Field, where Inter BDA FC took a stunning fifth-minute lead against X-Roads Warriors through National Field Hockey coach Kovin Moodley.
The Corona League outfit defended heroically to take their lead into the break, but the top-flight quality of X-Roads eventually told.
Donovan Thompson leveled matters shortly after the restart, before Paul Simons turned the tide in the 66th minute. A late double from Aaron Spencer eventually put the result beyond doubt, sparing X-Roads’ blushes in a 4-1 win.
Robin Hood 0 (0) Boulevard Blazers 0 (3)
The day’s most attritional battle took place between Robin Hood and Boulevard Blazers, where 120 minutes of football failed to produce a single goal at the Somerset Cricket.
In the resulting penalty shootout, the Blazers showed superior nerves to advance 3-0.
Sebastian Davis, Tre Manders, and Keishen Bean all failed to find the net with their attempts for Robin Hood, while Allan Douglas, Ijahmon Mallory, and Khya Blyden were all successful for the Boulevard Blazers.
Devonshire Colts 6 Young Gunz FC 0
At the Police Field the Premier Division leaders Devonshire Colts advanced to the Quarter-Final draw following their 6 - 0 win over the Corona League outfit Young Gunz FC.
Jorj Dublin gave Devonshire Colts a 1 - 0 lead in the 2nd minute, with Elisha Darrell doubling the lead in the 32nd minute and then Senoj Mitchell made it 3 - 0 in the 43rd minute as the Devonshire Colts took that lead to the break.
Mitchell would add his second of the game in the 54th minute to increase the lead to 4 - 0, and then ten minutes later Mitchell completed his hat-trick, and then Chemarl Henry closed out the scoring in the 68th minute to earn the Devonshire Colts the big win.
Paget Lions 1 Young Men Social Club 0
In this all Premier Division battle at White Hill Field between the Paget Lions and Young Men Social Club saw only one goal scored.
After a scoreless first half, the Paget Lions would get the all important goal in the 53rd minute with Shakir Smith scoring, which puts them in the Quarter-Final draw.
Somerset Trojans 1 PHC Zebras 4
The PHC Zebras traveled to the Somerset Cricket Club to face the Somerset Trojans and advanced to the Quarter-Finals with a 4 - 1 victory.
The PHC Zebras took the lead in the 4th minute with Rayquan Woodley- Smith finding the net, Kadeem Abraham doubled the lead in the 10th minute. Enrique Russell then made it 3 - 0 in the 20th minute, Russell would add his second goal of the game in the 32nd minute as the PHC Zebras took a 4 - 0 lead to the break.
In the 61st minute Leo Burgess pulled a goal back for the Somerset Trojans scoring from the penalty spot, but that would be as close as they would get.
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Islandstats.com Football Show FA Cup Fever 6 PM
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The much-anticipated IslandStats Football Show is set to grace the airwaves once again today at 6:00 pm, serving as a vital hub for Bermuda’s football enthusiasts as the season enters its most critical phase. With the domestic schedule temporarily pausing its Premier and First Division duties, the focus shifts entirely to the drama of the FA Cup first round.
It is a weekend where the traditional hierarchy of Bermudian football is put to the test. Several Corona League outfits have successfully navigated the preliminary hurdles to set up "David versus Goliath" encounters against the island’s established powers. While Devonshire Cougars showed no mercy in a 9-0 demolition of Island Bulls on Friday night, the magic of the cup remains alive as the likes of FC Rhino, Young Gunz Sound, and Inter BDA prepare to test their mettle against top-flight opposition.
Away from the men’s knockout scene, the show will also dissect a historic start for the island’s next generation of talent. The Concacaf Under-17 Women’s Group B Qualifiers got under way at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium in spectacular fashion, with Bermuda recording a commanding 7-0 victory over Suriname. With a crucial fixture against Bonaire looming on Monday, the momentum sits firmly with the Lady Gombey Warriors as they eye the top spot in the group.
Listeners can expect more than just match results and score updates. The show’s dynamic format invites coaches, players, and Bermuda Football Association (BFA) officials to join live discussions, providing firsthand insights that fans rarely get to hear elsewhere.
From candid reflections on recent performances to behind-the-scenes looks at transfer movements, the IslandStats Football Show promises to enrich the local discourse. Whether it is discussing the standard of officiating or the development of the island’s youth prospects, the broadcast remains the heartbeat of Bermudian football media.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Mixed Fortunes for Bermudian stars Across the UK
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It was a frantic day of action across the English football leagues for Bermuda’s international contingent, headlined by a resilient home draw for Nathan Trott’s Cardiff City and a frustrating afternoon in Devon for Nahki Wells and Luton Town.
At the Cardiff City Stadium, goalkeeper Nathan Trott was at the heart of a physical encounter against Stockport County. The visitors took an early lead when Trott produced a sharp initial save to deny Josh Dacres-Cogley, only for Kyle Wootton to react quickest and fire home the rebound. Cardiff’s persistence was rewarded deep into first-half stoppage time when Ollie Tanner’s dangerous cross found Joel Colwill, who curled an exquisite equalizer into the far corner to ensure the spoils were shared in South Wales.
Nahki Wells suffered a different fate as Luton Town’s promotion push took another blow with a 1 - 0 defeat at Plymouth Argyle. It marked a third successive away loss for the Hatters, though Wells was agonizingly close to salvaging a point late on. With twenty minutes remaining, the veteran striker unleashed a goal-bound effort that beat the keeper but was heroically cleared off the line by a backtracking defender.
Further down the pyramid, Kane Crichlow and Chelmsford City produced the comeback of the day at the Fusion Aviation Stadium. Facing a 2 - 1 deficit against Horsham FC in the National League South, the Clarets mounted a spirited second-half charge to turn the game on its head and secure a vital 3 - 2 victory.
Milan Butterfield was also in clinical form for Halesowen Town as they dominated St Ives Town at the Westwood Road Grounds. Leading by a single goal just after the interval, Butterfield ghosted into the box in the 47th minute to meet a deep cross at the back post, heading home with precision to double the advantage. Halesowen never looked back, cruising to a comprehensive 4 - 0 win.
In the Isthmian League South Central Division, Coleridge Fubler Jr. and Binfield FC extended their remarkable unbeaten run to six matches with a hard-fought 3 - 2 win over Hayes & Yeading United. The victory marks three wins on the bounce for the Moles as they continue their climb up the table.
There were scenes of late jubilation for Rahzir Smith-Jones and Welwyn Garden City at Herns Way. Facing a 1 - 0 deficit against Biggleswade Town, Smith-Jones’ teammate Lewis Taffe struck with the final kick of the game to rescue a 1 - 1 draw. Meanwhile, Reggie Lambe and Needham Market endured a difficult afternoon at the Zeeco Stadium, falling to a narrow 1-0 defeat against a resilient Stamford side.
Willie Clemons found the scoresheet for Leiston FC during their trip to Harborough Town, though it ultimately ended in a 3 - 2 defeat. Clemons had momentarily drawn his side level in the first half when his deflected effort looped over the Harborough keeper, but the hosts eventually rallied to take all three points.
Elsewhere, Harry Twite and Loughborough Students fell 2 - 1 at home to Coventry Sphinx, a scoreline matched by Southwell City as Alyeal Dill saw his side concede in the dying moments to fall 2 - 1 against Stapleford. At Garden Walk, Zhani Burgess remained an unused substitute for Quorn FC during their Southern League clash with Royston Town.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Bascome’s Blast Fall as Sockers Sizzle in Maryland
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David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast endured a difficult night at the SECU Arena as a clinical San Diego Sockers outfit secured a commanding 10-5 victory. The visitors established their dominance early in a high-octane opening period, leaving the Blast with a mountain to climb from which they ultimately could not recover.
The contest began at a frantic pace with the Sockers striking twice in the space of twelve seconds. Juan Salazar opened the scoring at 04:08 before Sean Callahan doubled the advantage at 04:20. When Nick Perera added a third at 06:40, the hosts looked shell-shocked. Baltimore did manage a brief rally as Jairo Guevara pulled one back at 07:35 and Juan Pereira reduced the deficit further at 08:10, but Andrew Estrella restored the San Diego cushion with a quick-fire double at 11:01 and 14:31 to end the first quarter.
The Blast showed plenty of character in the second period, momentarily threatening a comeback. Nelson Santana found the net at 06:10 and Eber Ospina struck at 09:33 to bring the home fans to their feet. However, the Sockers quickly snuffed out the revival as Jesus Pacheco scored at 10:27 and Gabriel Costa added another at 13:07 to maintain the visitors' control.
Defences tightened in the third period, but the Sockers continued to find gaps in the Baltimore backline. Pacheco claimed his second of the match at 07:13 to further extend the lead. While Patrick Thompson gave the Blast a glimmer of hope by scoring at 14:46 just before the final break, the gap remained substantial.
The final period saw San Diego manage the game with professional ease. Tavoy Morgan added a ninth for the visitors at 02:00, and despite Baltimore's efforts to press forward, Sebastian Mendez put the finishing touch on the result at 13:45. It was a tough outing for Bascome's men, who must now regroup after being outpowered by a relentless San Diego performance.
Friday, January 23, 2026
Rams & Cougars Advance in FA Challenge Cup
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North Village Rams 2 Dandy Town Hornets 1
Defending FA Cup champions North Village Rams secured a dramatic passage to the next round with a late 2-1 victory over Dandy Town Hornets at Bernard Park.
The marquee matchup of the first round lived up to its billing as two of the island's Premier Division heavyweights clashed on Friday night.
The Rams asserted their authority early, finding the breakthrough in the 15th minute when Amir Dill clinical finish put the home side ahead. However, Dandy Town showed their resilience, and David Jones Jr leveled the scores in the 40th minute to ensure the sides went into the interval on equal footing.
The second half was a tense affair, with both teams searching for a decisive blow as the threat of extra time loomed. With just one minute of regulation time remaining, Jalen Harvey emerged as the hero for the champions, ghosting into the area in the 89th minute to slot home the winner and spark celebrations at Bernard Park.
Devonshire Cougars 9 Island Bulls FC 0
Devonshire Cougars delivered a ruthless performance at the Devonshire Recreation Club, overwhelming Corona League outfit Island Bulls FC with a 9-0 victory.
The Premier Division side wasted no time asserting their dominance, effectively ending the contest as a spectacle before the halftime whistle. Chamari Burns opened the floodgates with a header from a corner in the 4th minute, followed quickly by a strike from Cristian Albuoy in the 8th minute. Albuoy added his second in the 34th minute, and Burns secured a first-half brace just sixty seconds later to send the Cougars into the break with a commanding 4-0 lead.
The onslaught continued immediately after the restart as Burns completed his hat-trick in the 47th minute. Mosias Mills added a sixth in the 56th minute before the Cougars turned to their bench. Substitute Chae Brangman, who replaced hat-trick hero Burns, showed no signs of mercy, finding the net in the 67th minute to make it 7-0.
The final stages saw the Cougars extend their lead further, with Kydan Browne getting on the scoresheet in the 74th minute. Brangman then rounded out the scoring in the 81st minute with his second of the night, sealing a comprehensive win that sees the Cougars march confidently into the next round of the competition.
