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Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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BFA Releases Schedule & Confirms Revised Ticket Prices
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The Bermuda Football Association has officially released the full domestic fixture schedule for the 2026–27 campaign, alongside a revised admission pricing structure for the upcoming league and cup calendar.
With the curtain already raised on the domestic season through the Charity Cup and the opening rounds of the Dudley Eve Trophy, supporters across the island can now map out their calendars for the Premier Division and First Division schedules, as well as the major cup competitions.
The governing body has confirmed an updated gate fee structure across all domestic tiers:
Premier Division & First Division regular fixtures: $15
Premier Division double-headers: $20
Domestic Cup Finals: $25 (General Admission), $15 (Seniors and Children)
International matches: Admission prices remain unchanged
The early-season action in the Dudley Eve Trophy has already delivered considerable drama, serving up high-scoring encounters and notable upsets across the opening group fixtures.
The BFA expects that momentum to carry into the start of the league programme, where clubs will begin the chase for vital points, promotion, and the island’s major silverware.
Fans have been urged to turn out in numbers to back their local clubs in what is poised to be another highly competitive and intriguing campaign across Bermuda's football landscape.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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Bermudians in action as Binfield and Worcester Secure Key Wins
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 Daizhari Tucker IslandStats.com
In the Isthmian League South Central Division, CJ Fubler and Brighton Morrison played their part as Binfield FC ground out a vital 2-1 victory over Cobham at the Reg Madgwick Stadium. The result capped a resilient, disciplined away performance from the Moles, who weathered late pressure to secure all three points on the road.
Further down the pyramid in the Southern League Division One South, Daizhari Tucker and his Worcester Raiders team delivered the most emphatic display of the day. Welcoming Slimbridge to Sixways Stadium and Claines Lane, Raiders dismantled the visitors in a ruthless 4-0 triumph, controlling the contest from midfield and keeping a clean sheet in style.
Up in the National League South, Ne-Jai Tucker featured as Walton & Hersham took a well-earned point on a demanding away trip, battling to a 1-1 draw against Truro City at the Truro City Stadium. The Swans stayed compact against direct pressure, holding firm to split the spoils.
It was a frustrating day, however, for Corby Town and Bermudian goalkeeper Milai Perrott. Travelling to Lincolnshire to face Grantham Town at the South Kesteven Sports Stadium, the Steelmen were unable to find their rhythm in the final third, slipping to a 2-0 defeat.
Roger Lee and his West Bridgford FC teammates edged Ayleal Dill and his Southwell City FC teammates 3 - 2 in the Nottinghamshire FA Senior Cup
Elsewhere, Harry Twite was an unused substitute as Basford United succumbed to a narrow 1-0 reverse against Bedworth United, leaving the defender looking to force his way into the starting XI ahead of the upcoming midweek fixtures.
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Monday, September 14, 2026
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FIFA Talent Academy Bermuda Coaching Departures
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The Bermuda Football Association today responded to questions www.islandstats.com put to them on Friday, September 4th,2026 at 12:38 pm.
We can confirm the departure of FIFA Talent Academy Bermuda coaches Vashun Blanchette, Sergio Goater, and Don Vickers.
We are grateful for their dedicated service to the national program, particularly their commitment to developing Bermuda’s future players and their contributions to the team’s successes on the international stage.
Through their work, Bermuda has performed strongly in the Caribbean Football Union U14 Challenge Series and the Concacaf U15 Championships.
Their work with players in these age groups has helped build a strong foundation for future success and contributed meaningfully to the continued development of young Bermudian footballers.
We thank Blanchette, Goater, and Vickers for their commitment, professionalism, and service to the national program, and we wish them every success in the next phase of their football careers.
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Monday, September 14, 2026
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Trott Earns Recognition among Second-Tier Goalkeeping Elite
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Bermuda international Nathan Trott has been ranked 21st among the Championship’s top goalkeepers as Football League World assessed the finest talents between the sticks in the English second tier.
The Championship boasts an exceptionally deep roster of shot-stoppers this season, featuring established former Premier League campaigners, emerging domestic prospects, and frontline internationals.
Trott, 27, earned his place in the assessment following a varied continental apprenticeship. Having initially come through the academy ranks at West Ham United, the Bermudian gained senior European experience through loan spells in France with Nancy and in Denmark with Vejle, before sealing a high-profile move to Danish heavyweights FC Copenhagen.
He subsequently headed to the Welsh capital on loan, quickly establishing himself as Brian Barry-Murphy’s undisputed first-choice goalkeeper during Cardiff City's promotion push.
Trott served as a reassuring presence during that campaign, playing an instrumental role in guiding the Bluebirds back up into the Championship.
With the step up in quality and relentless scheduling of the second tier now firmly in view, scrutiny will inevitably sharpen on whether Trott can translate that momentum into cementing a long-term starting berth at Championship level.
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Sunday, September 13, 2026
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X-Road's dismantle Zebras as Cougars edge Lions
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X-Road's laid down an emphatic early-season marker in the Dudley Eve Trophy, dismantling powerhouse PHC Zebras 6-2 in an extraordinary opening clash, while Devonshire Cougars held off Paget Lions in a tight five-goal encounter.
PHC Zebras 2 X-Road’s 6
In the day's early fixture, X-Road's produced an astonishing first-half blitz that left reigning league champions PHC stunned and completely overwhelmed.
Paul Simons stole the show early, delivering an eighteen-minute masterclass in finishing. Simons opened the scoring in the 15th minute before doubling his tally five minutes later. By the 33rd minute, he had completed a clinical hat-trick to put X-Road's in total command.
Before the Zebras could regroup, Donavan Thompson unleashed a second wave of punishment. Thompson struck in the 34th minute and added another just three minutes later, sending X-Road's into the break with an unassailable 5-0 advantage.
PHC attempted to mount a response after the interval, finally breaching the defence when Joshua Joseph found the net in the 67th minute.
However, Thompson extinguished any remote hopes of a comeback in the 74th minute, capping his own personal treble to restore the five-goal cushion. Kilian Elkinson struck a consolation for PHC in the 87th minute, but it did little to soften the blow of a bruising afternoon for the Zebras.
Devonshire Cougars 3 Paget Lions 2
The later match at the Devonshire Recreation Club proved a far tighter affair, with Devonshire Cougars securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Paget Lions.
Cougars drew first blood in the 17th minute through a composed finish from Zari Simmons. Paget responded well to the setback, applying steady pressure and finding an equaliser four minutes before the break courtesy of Rakeem DeShields.
Tied 1-1 at half-time, Cougars struck almost immediately after the restart. Justin Bell restored the host side's lead in the 46th minute, catching the Lions cold right from the whistle. Chae Brangman then extended the advantage in the 62nd minute to give Devonshire a two-goal cushion.
Paget refused to surrender, setting up a tense finale when Shakir Smith scored deep into stoppage time (90+2'). However, time ran out for the Lions as Cougars stood firm in the closing seconds to take all three points.
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