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Monday, August 24, 2026
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Nusum upbeat on Concacaf Nations League Draw
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Newly appointed Bermuda head coach John Barry Nusum has welcomed the challenge facing the Gombey Warriors following the confirmation of the 2026/27 Concacaf Nations League schedule and centralized host venues for the opening autumn windows.
Concacaf officially rubber-stamped the match fixtures and kickoff times for the September and October international windows, placing Bermuda in a competitive group featuring top seeds Guadeloupe, St. Lucia, and Barbados.
Speaking after the schedule was finalized, Nusum expressed satisfaction with the draw while acknowledging the scale of the task ahead, particularly against group frontrunners Guadeloupe.
"Overall, I'm happy with the group that we have been placed in," said Nusum. "It’s going to be a tough group and it’s one that should be competitive all the way to the last match vs Guadeloupe.
"Guadeloupe are the favourites as the number one seed at the moment, and being involved in the last Gold Cup gives them an experience boost, but I like our chances against St. Lucia and Barbados."
While confident in the attacking quality and match-winning capabilities within the Bermudian squad, the former national team striker made clear that tactical structure and defensive solidity will dictate their fortunes across the campaign.
"If we have belief in our scheme and commit to being tough to break down, we can find success in this stage," Nusum added. "We have wonderful players and some real match-winners in this group, but we can let games get away due to not being disciplined defensively."
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Sunday, August 23, 2026
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Nolan Stars in Barnsley Rout as Smith's Rhode Island FC Win
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Aaliyah Nolan produced a decisive performance with a goal and an assist to lead Barnsley Women to an emphatic comeback win, headlining a busy round of action for Bermudian footballers across the United States, Europe, and the UK.
From high-profile top-flight clashes in North America and Italy to key cup and league fixtures in England, Bermudian talent featured prominently across the weekend.
Nolan Sparks Barnsley Fightback
In England, Aaliyah Nolan was the catalyst as Barnsley Women shook off an early deficit to secure a dominant 5-1 victory over Worcester.
Nolan drew the Reds level after pouncing on a defensive mix-up, coolly rounding the goalkeeper before slotting home. The Bermudian forward remained a constant threat and turned provider later in the match, driving at the Worcester defence before picking out Emmie King on the edge of the box to make it 4-1.
Historic Win for Khano Smith's Rhode Island
In the USL Championship, Khano Smith's Rhode Island FC made club history by securing their first-ever victory over Monterey Bay FC with a 3-1 triumph at Centreville Bank Stadium.
Three different goalscorers propelled RIFC to their third consecutive home win, closing the gap to within five points of a top-four home playoff berth with two matches in hand.
Reign, Como, and Sutton Secure Key Results
NWSL: Bermudian forward Mia Fishel featured as Seattle Reign FC played to a 1-1 draw against Kansas City Current at CPKC Stadium. Kayla Sharples provided the Reign's goal before Kansas City answered from the penalty spot.
Serie A Femminile: LeiLanni Nesbeth and Como Women opened their official campaign with a gritty 1-1 away draw against AC Milan at the Puma House of Football, with Borbye grabbing an 80th-minute equaliser for the visitors.
London & South East Regional League: K’Shaela Burch-Waldron helped Sutton United Women open their league season on a winning note, edging past Aylesford 2-1.
Pre-Season Friendly: Jasmine Spence and Newport Pagnell Town FC Women claimed a morale-boosting 1-0 win over Watford Women.
Tough Outings in Iceland and Sudbury
Icelandic Besta deild: Nia Christopher and FH Hafnarfjörður were left frustrated after slipping to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Víkingur Reykjavík.
FA Cup Qualifying: Eva Frazzoni and AFC Sudbury Women were edged out in a five-goal thriller, falling 3-2 to Atlético London.
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Saturday, August 22, 2026
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Wells strikes for Luton & Trott's Cardiff held at Derby
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Nahki Wells was on the scoresheet as Luton Town battled to a home draw, highlighting a busy weekend of action for Bermudian footballers across the English leagues and cups.
At Kenilworth Road, Luton welcomed Callum Marshall's debut goal alongside Wells' clinical spot-kick in a hard-fought opening home fixture of the campaign.
Wells and Marshall On Target for Hatters
Following an early eight-minute stoppage, Luton struggled to settle into their stride before breaking the deadlock late in the first half.
On 43 minutes, Liam Walsh delivered a searching corner towards Kal Naismith, prompting a handball from James Gibbons. Wells stepped up to the spot and calmly drilled his 12-yard penalty low into the net to give the Hatters the lead, setting the platform for Marshall to later make his mark on his Kenilworth Road debut.
Trott's Cardiff Draw at Pride Park
In the Championship, goalkeeper Nathan Trott and Cardiff City took a point on the road following an entertaining 2-2 draw with Derby County at Pride Park.
Non-League and FA Cup Round-Up
Lower down the pyramid, Bermudian players featured heavily across league and cup fixtures:
Enterprise National League: Keziah Martin helped steer Hereford FC to victory over Worksop Town FC at the KC Sofas Stadium.
Chesham United 2-0 Walton & Hersham: Ne-Jai Tucker and Walton & Hersham suffered a frustrating afternoon on the road.
Ipswich Wanderers 2-1 March Town United: Reggie Lambe played his part as Ipswich Wanderers secured a narrow home win.
FA Cup Qualifying: Harry Twite got the better of compatriot Milai Perott as Basford United edged Corby Town 1-0 to progress, ending Corby's cup run.
Southern League Premier Central: Willie Clemons and Leiston FC took a share of the spoils following a 2-2 thriller away to Stourbridge FC.
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Thursday, August 20, 2026
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Nesbeth & Como Women Narrow win over North Park
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Bermuda international LeiLanni Nesbeth featured as Como Women Primavera claimed a 1-0 victory against United States outfit North Park University U19s in Cantù.
Staged at the ASD Cantù San Paolo Sports Centre, the international friendly proved a tightly contested affair between the Italian side and their American collegiate visitors.
Demiraj provided the game's decisive moment, finding the net to break the deadlock and secure a hard-fought win for the Primavera squad as their preparations continue.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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Perott Signs for Corby Town FC
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Bermudian goalkeeper Milai Perott has sealed a move to English non-league side Corby Town FC ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.
The Northern Premier League club officially announced the signing on their social media channels, welcoming the young shot-stopper with a club graphic unveiling him as part of their squad for the upcoming season.
Perott’s arrival adds valuable depth and international pedigree to the Steelmen's goalkeeping department as they prepare for a competitive domestic campaign.
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