Frustrated boss Sandy left to rue Diamonds' late-season 'implosion'
AFC Rushden & Diamonds' performance on Saturday against play-off hopefuls Coleshill Town summed up a disappointing end to the campaign, in what has...
Record crowd turns out at Hayden Road but Diamonds let lead slip to draw with Coleshill
A record crowd turned out at Hayden Road as AFC Rushden & Diamonds wrapped up their Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division campaign...
Boss Sandy wants Diamonds to end encouraging season on a high against Coleshill
AFC Rushden & Diamonds play their final game of the season on Saturday when the visitors are play-off chasing Coleshill Town.
Pay what you want for AFC Rushden & Diamonds' last game of the season and community day
Fans, family and friends are invited to attend Rushden & Diamonds’ last game of the season and their community day this weekend.
Callum Griffin double sees Lichfield City fight back to earn all three points
Callum Griffin's double saw Lichfield City wrap up their home league fixtures with a 2-1 win over AFC Rushden and Diamonds.
Boss Sandy urging Diamonds to finish with a flourish and secure top 10 spot
AFC Rushden & Diamonds go into the final two games of the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division season looking to secure a top 10...
Sandy's pride in Diamonds' performance as they secure deserved derby day draw at Doughboys
AFC Rushden & Diamonds ended a run of three consecutive defeats with two draws over the Easter weekend.
DIV 1 MIDLANDS
By Paul Judd THERE was stalemate at ■Hayden Road on Friday as a decent crowd saw both AFC RUSHDEN & D 0 sides struggle with difficult MICKLEOVER 0...
10-Men Sports Earn Well-Deserved Draw
by Peter Scherer Mickleover came away from the Good Friday visiting to Rushden & Diamonds with a had fought point after a third successive draw....
Sandy says Diamonds ‘need to stick together’ to end winless run
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have a double header over the Easter weekend as they look to get back to winning ways after five matches without a victory.
Sports On The Road: AFC Rushden & Diamonds (A)
by Peter Scherer After another disappointing home draw last Saturday, after dominating the second half, Mickleover will be looking to break the...
Sandy's pride despite defeat as Diamonds push high-flying Belper all the way
Elliot Sandy heaped praise on his players despite AFC Rushden & Diamonds slipping to a 2-1 defeat against Belper Town at Hayden Road.
Non-League club SACK players after 'inexcusable' on-pitch bust-up led to red cards
Northern Premier League club AFC Rushden & Diamonds made their decision after an internal review into the altercation involving Bruno Andrade and...
Non-League teammates who were sent off for fighting each other are told to find new clubs
Two Rushden and Diamonds players were sent off on Saturday after fighting each other on the pitch
Diamonds sack players Andrade and Winters after on-field altercation leads to double dismissal
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have sacked Bruno Andrade and Tyler Winters after their on-field fight saw both players red-carded in Saturday's 3-0 defeat...
Sandy stunned as Diamonds duo Andrade and Winters both see red for on-field clash
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy has branded the on-field altercation between Bruno Andrade and Tyler Winters that saw both players...
LOUGHBORO’ STUD 3 AFC RUSHDEN & D 0
DIV 1 MIDLANDS By Will Alsop A Marcus Gilpin brace ■ helped Loughborough Students upset nine-man AFC Rushden & Diamonds. Loughborough took the lead...
Boss Sandy demands Diamonds rally after poor week with still 'plenty to play for'
Elliot Sandy says AFC Rushden & Diamonds are still 'in a great position' despite a disappointing week that saw the Hayden Road side drop five...
Boss Sandy tells Diamonds they have to deal with play-off pressure ahead of St Neots clash
Elliot Sandy has told his AFC Rushden & Diamonds players they have to learn to handle the pressure of being play-off contenders ahead of Tuesday...
Bad day all round as Doughboys, Diamonds and Steelmen all suffer damaging defeats
It was a bad day all round as Wellingborough Town, AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Corby Town all suffered defeats in the Pitching-In Northern Premier...
Sandy wary of in-form Boldmere as Diamonds aim to maintain play-off push
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy is warning his players against any complacency as they host lowly Boldmere St Michael's at Hayden Road on...
Boss Sandy happy to win 'ugly' as Diamonds win again to close in on play-offs
Boss Elliot Sandy was happy to win 'ugly' as AFC Rushden & Diamonds made it four straight victories in the Pitching-In Northern Premier League...
Diamonds targeting a quickfire Coventry Sphinx double as they aim to maintain play-off push
AFC Rushden & Diamonds face a speedy rematch with Coventry Sphinx at Hayden Road on Saturday – the second meeting between the two clubs in the...
Diamonds 'a different animal' as they look to set record straight against high-flying Belper
Elliot Sandy has warned high-flying Belper Town that his AFC Rushden & Diamonds team is 'a different animal' to the one beaten so comprehensively...
Sandy delighted and relieved as Diamonds sink Sphinx to close in on play-offs
Elliot Sandy was 'delighted' and also relieved after AFC Rushden & Diamonds secured a hard-fought 1-0 win at Coventry Sphinx on Tuesday night to...
Sandy wary of former Diamonds striker Poku as he makes instant Sphinx impact
AFC Rushden & Diamonds will be wary of a familiar face when they travel to a new-look Coventry Sphinx side in the Pitching-In Northern Premier...
Sandy praises players' 'character' as Diamonds battle back to beat Bourne Town
Elliot Sandy praised the character of his team after AFC Rushden & Diamonds fought back from a half-time deficit to sink struggling Bourne Town 1-0...
Diamonds boost play-off bid with second-half fightback, but Doughboys and Steelmen drop points
AFC Rushden & Diamonds battled back from a goal down to sink hosts Bourne Town 3-1 and boost their play-off hopes in the Pitching-In Northern...
DIAMONDS FIND A WAY AT THE WAKES
By Sam Deakin RUSHDEN & Diamonds came from a goal down at half-time to beat Bourne. The real quality moment came when Lewis Darlington took the...
Rushden facing quickfire road trip double as they bid to boost top five chances
AFC Rushden & Diamonds face the first of two away games against teams in the relegation zone this Saturday as they continue their search for a...
Diamonds boost squad with signing of much-travelled striker Alabi
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have boosted their attacking options with the signing of former Leyton Orient striker James Alabi.
Steelmen, Doughboys and Diamonds all deliver huge wins on a super Saturday
It was a great day all round as Corby Town, Wellingborough Town and AFC Rushden & Diamonds all secured crucial wins in the Pitching-In Northern...
Nketia at the double as Diamonds claim derby day honours at Corby Town
Joel Nketia scored twice as AFC Rushden & Diamonds got their 2026 off to a flying start by claiming a New Year's Day Northants derby success at...
Another blow for the Steelmen as key defender Keeble departs to join Stamford
Corby Town were dealt yet another player departure blow ahead of the 3-1 derby defeat to AFC Rushden & Diamonds on New Year's Day, with the news...
Nene Legal Steps Up to Support Diamonds Walking Football
AFC Rushden & Diamonds Walking Football Club has announced a new partnership with local business Nene Legal, a Rushden-based Will Writing and...
DALLAS DOUBLE SAVES POINT
DIV 1 MIDLANDS AFC RUSHDEN & D 2 LOUGHBORO’ STUD 2 By Paul Judd RUSHDEN & Diamonds came from two goals down to snatch a point against Loughborough....
'My favourite win of the season' - Diamonds secure battling success
An under-strength AFC Rushden & Diamonds side bounced back from a disappointing defeat at St Neots to battle past in-form Racing Club Warwick last...
'We want to bring it all home to NN10' - AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ opportunity to build a permanent home near new Rushden East development
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have launched a petition after setting the wheels in motion to move to a purpose-built ground in the new East...
Sandy's levels warning as St Neots loss sees Diamonds drop into bottom four
Boss Elliot Sandy felt his AFC Rushden & Diamonds team were taught a harsh lesson in Tuesday night's 3-2 defeat at St Neots Town - a result that...
Malvern fall in FA Trophy away at Rushden and Diamonds
Malvern Town were knocked out of the FA Trophy against AFC Rushden and Diamonds.
Steelmen and Diamonds handed tough trips to higher level opposition in FA Trophy
Corby Town and AFC Rushden & Diamonds have both been handed very tough away ties in the first round proper of the Isuzu FA Trophy.
Five in a row for Diamonds as they sink Malvern to secure FA Trophy success
AFC Rushden & Diamonds made it five wins in a row as they saw off Malvern Town on Saturday to reach the first round proper of the FA Trophy.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2002 – Macca’s Men Roast Rushden (‘Sheffers’ Scores Three Of Sky Blues’ Eight)!!
On this day (2nd October) in 2002 the Sky Blues (now in Division One), managed by former player Gary McAllister, took on lower league team Rushden...
Sandy 'delighted' as 'ruthless' Diamonds sink Coleshill in seven-goal Trophy thriller
Elliot Sandy was 'delighted' as AFC Rushden & Diamonds edged a seven-goal thriller at Coleshill Town to book their place in the third qualifying...
Sandy 'buzzing' as Diamonds show their attacking intent in eye-catching win over Basford
AFC Rushden & Diamonds' upturn in form continued on Saturday with an impressive 4-2 victory over high flying Basford United in the Pitching-In...
Sandy delighted and relieved as Diamonds find form to secure FA Trophy progress
AFC Rushden & Diamonds called a halt to a run of three straight defeats with an impressive 2-0 win at Bourne Town in the Isuzu FA Trophy on Saturday.
Diamonds determined to get back on track in Trophy tussle with Bourne
AFC Rushden & Diamonds are in FA Trophy action this weekend as they travel to Bourne Town in the first qualifying round.
Diamonds boss Sandy aiming to get back on track after a double Bank Holiday disappointment
AFC Rushden & Diamonds look to get back on track this weekend after back-to-back defeats over the Bank Holiday weekend.
Setchell delighted with derby day win over Diamonds, but brands Hayden Road pitch 'a disgrace'
An angry Gary Setchell launched a withering attack on the state of the playing surface at Hayden Road after his Corby Town side secured a 1-0...
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Pedro Nzau joins Mickleover
Under-18s winger joins Mickleover on work experience
Nzau available for Sports’ bank holiday weekend double-header
Young Potter scored six goals in...
Can We Make It Two? AFC Rushden & Diamonds (H)
by Peter Scherer It hasn’t been the best of starts for our visitors AFC Rushden & Diamonds. The former league club played against Mickleover two...
Boss Sandy relishing 'big weekend' after Diamonds get up and running with Bedworth win
Elliot Sandy is looking forward to a 'big weekend' for his AFC Rushden & Diamonds side.
Delight for Diamonds and Doughboys as they get off the mark in the Midlands Division
Boss Elliot Sandy was a relieved man after AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed a first win of the new season as they edged past Bedworth United 1-0 at...
Relief for Diamonds and Doughboys as they get off the mark in the Midlands Division
Boss Elliot Sandy was a relieved man after AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed a first win of the new season as they edged past Bedworth United 1-0 at...
Boss Sandy moves quickly to land Dawson after skipper Duffy’s surprise departure
AFC Rushden & Diamonds moved quickly to fill the gap left by Jake Duffy’s surprise departure last week.
Big blow for Diamonds boss Sandy as new skipper Duffy departs club
AFC Rushden & Diamonds skipper Jake Duffy has left the club just one league game into the new Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division...
Boss Sandy hails 'coup' for Diamonds as Bedford attacker Andrade signs on at Hayden Road
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy has hailed the signing of striker Bruno Andrade as 'a real coup' on the eve of the new Pitching-In...
Diamonds swoop to sign exciting Chenecks striker Poku
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have added firepower to their forward line on the eve of the new season with the signing of ON Chenecks striker Raymond Poku.
New Midfielder Joins Mickleover Squad
by Peter Scherer Mickleover managed Gareth Holmes has added midfielder Fraser Corden to the squad for the forthcoming season. Corden came through...
Sandy says Diamonds have now set the standard as they kick-start pre-season with welcome win
Elliot Sandy was all smiles after watching his AFC Rushden & Diamonds side shrug off their indifferent pre-season form to secure a 2-1 win at...
PRE-SEASON RESULTS
SATURDAY JULY 19 AFC Fylde 0 Carlisle United 2, AFC Rushden & Diamonds 0 Takeley 2, AFC Whyteleafe 3 Lingfield 3, Anstey Nomads 3 Newark Town 1,...
Diamonds get the best of Midlands Division derby dates as league fixtures are released
Corby Town and Wellingborough Town have been handed road trips to start the new Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division campaign on...
Let us entertain you… Sandy wants to see his Diamonds team get on the attack
As his team prepares for their first competitive match of the campaign, Elliot Sandy is promising the AFC Rushden & Diamonds faithful 'attacking...
Much more to come from Diamonds after 'very rusty' start to pre-season
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy says his side will get much sharper after opening their pre-season campaign with a 'very rusty' 2-0 defeat...
Sandy always 'on the lookout' to strengthen but is delighted with his Diamonds recruitment
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy says he is already happy with the squad at his disposal - but admits he will always be 'on the lookout'...
Diamonds boost attacking options with signing of former Poppies forward Mellors-Blair
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have added more attacking flair to their squad ahead of the new Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division season...
Rushden and Diamonds showcase walking football at recent tournament
Earlier this month almost 200 players, officials, and supporters representing clubs from across Northamptonshire, and beyond, competed in AFC...
Seven-up for Sandy as Diamonds land Barwell defender Brown-Hill
Elliot Sandy has landed his seventh new signing since taking over as boss at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
Sandy's squad-building at Diamonds gathers pace as he lands Duffy, Mulligan and Nketa
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy has added three more new signings as he builds his squad for the upcoming Pitching-In Northern Premier...
New boss Sandy gets to work as he makes first Hayden Road signings
Elliot Sandy has wasted no time in shaping his AFC Rushden & Diamonds squad for the 2025/26 season.
Cobblers academy product retained by new manager at non-league club
Cobblers academy graduate Ethan Johnston will spend another season at AFC Rushden & Diamonds after he was retained by new manager Elliot Sandy.
Sandy ‘jumped at the chance’ to become boss at AFC Rushden & Diamonds
Elliot Sandy has admitted he 'jumped at the chance' to become the new manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
BREAKING; Elliot Sandy is the new boss at AFC Rushden & Diamonds
Elliot Sandy is the new manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
Cobblers play-off winner leaves role as boss of local outfit
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman has left the club.
Boss Michael Harriman leaves AFC Rushden & Diamonds ‘by mutual consent’
Michael Harriman has left his role as manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
Rushden and Diamonds to mark ‘up and down season’ with pay-what-you-want community day this weekend
Rushden and Diamonds are set to host a community day at Hayden Road following the team’s final home game of the season on Saturday, April 26.
Diamonds aim to bounce back and end season on a high as they host Long Eaton
AFC Rushden & Diamonds play their last league game of the season on Saturday when they entertain Long Eaton United at Hayden Road (ko 3pm).
Steelmen desperate to bounce back as they host Diamonds on derby day
Corby Town will be looking to bounce back from their late collapse at Worcester City when they host county rivals AFC Rushden & Diamonds at Steel...
Diamonds boss Harriman looking forward to Easter double header after Anstey stalemate
AFC Rushden & Diamonds picked up a creditable point in a goalless draw at Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division promotion chasers...
'Shackles are off' as Diamonds gear up for testing trip to promotion-chasing Anstey Nomads
AFC Rushden & Diamonds produced a battling performance to beat promotion hopefuls Worcester City at Hayden Road last Saturday.
Individual errors the difference as City forced to settle for loss away at Rushden
Individual errors proved the difference, as two defensive mistakes saw Worcester City lose out to Rushden and Diamonds in the Northern Premier...
LIVE: Worcester City play AFC Rushden and Diamonds as playoff race rages on
Hello and welcome to our live coverage as Worcester City play away against AFC Rushden and Diamonds in a vital game for their playoff...
Worcester City 'desperately' need a win away at AFC Rushden and Diamonds
Worcester City manager Chris Cornes admitted his side "desperately" needed to secure all three points against AFC Rushden and Diamonds this...
Harriman left frustrated as Diamonds suffer last-gasp defeat at Wellingborough Town
Boss Michael Harriman spoke of his frustration as AFC Rushden & Diamonds suffered injury-time heartbreak on Saturday in their 1-0 defeat to county...
Iaciofano the last-gasp hero as Doughboys deliver on derby day, while Steelmen thrash Khalsa
Wellingborough Town secured the dramatic derby day bragging rights on Saturday as they saw off AFC Rushden & Diamonds at the Dog & Duck.