Diamonds face tough Easter weekend after climbing off the bottom

AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed a superb 4-1 victory over Cambridge City to move off the bottom of the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 28, 2024

Match Preview: AFC Rushden and Diamonds v Loughborough Dynamo (Saturday, 3pm)

Loughborough Dynamo travel to AFC Rushden and Diamonds on Saturday in the Northern Premier League Division One Midlands. The visitors […] The post...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 28, 2024

Sacked Diamonds goalkeeper Patching says sorry after fan altercation

Goalkeeper Lewis Patching has apologised after he was involved in an altercation with an AFC Rushden & Diamonds supporter outside the Hayden Road...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 21, 2024

Keeper forced to apologise after conceding four goals, headbutting fan & getting sacked.. all within 12 HOURS of signing

A GOALKEEPER sacked TWELVE HOURS after joining a club has apologised for his nightmare behaviour.  Rushden & Diamonds’ emergency signing Lewis...
THE SUN Mar 19, 2024

Goalkeeper signs for club, lets in four goals, 'headbutts' fan and gets sacked – in one day

Lewis Patching was sacked by AFC Rushden and Diamonds just 24 hours after signing for the club on an emergency loan after he allegedly headbutted a...
DAILY STAR Mar 19, 2024

Goalkeeper apologises after signing, conceding four, headbutting fan and being sacked on same day

Former Northampton Town goalkeeper Lewis Patching has apologised after AFC Rushden & Diamonds terminated his registration for headbutting a fan -...
MIRROR Mar 18, 2024

Diamonds drop back to rock bottom as high-flying Lye Town prove too strong

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have returned to the bottom of the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 18, 2024

Non-League goalkeeper sacked just a day after being emergency signing for the club following dismal debut and moment of madness involving a fan

Lewis Patching had been signed by AFC Rushden and Diamonds due to the unavailability of their goalkeeper Ben Heath.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Mar 17, 2024

Still all to play for as AFC Rushden & Diamonds prepare for Lye Town trip

​There are just nine games left for AFC Rushden & Diamonds to avoid relegation and secure their step four status, writes CHRIS BARRITT.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 14, 2024

Player-boss Harriman admits Quorn beating has brought Diamonds 'back down to earth'

Michael Harriman admits Tuesday night's 5-0 home hammering at the hands of promotion-chasing AFC Quorn has brought AFC Rushden & Diamonds 'back...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 6, 2024

Taylor at the double as in-form Diamonds climb off the bottom of the table

Cairo Taylor scored twice as AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed a sensational 4-0 win at Coleshill Town to move off the bottom of the Pitching-In...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 4, 2024

Diamonds' looking up as survival fate is back in their own hands at last

​For the first time in many, many months, AFC Rushden & Diamonds have step 4 survival in their own hands.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 1, 2024

Match Preview: AFC Rushden and Diamonds v Cambridge City (Saturday, 3pm)

AFC Rushden and Diamonds host Cambridge City on Saturday at Hayden Road in the Northern Premier League Division One Midlands. […] The post Match...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Feb 22, 2024

Determined Diamonds aiming to quickly bounce back to winning ways

AFC Rushden & Diamonds aim to bounce back to winning ways when they host Cambridge City at Hayden Road on Saturday (ko 3pm).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 22, 2024

I’LL MAKE OUR GAME THRIVE!

SIR KEIR STARMER’S PLEDGE By Jon Couch FULL SUPPORT: Sir Keir Starmer is shown around AFC Rushden & Diamonds this […] The post I’LL MAKE OUR GAME...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Feb 17, 2024

Match Preview: Leicester Road v AFC Rushden and Diamonds (Saturday, 3pm)

AFC Rushden and Diamonds face Leicester Road on Saturday seeking to protect their long unbeaten run in the Northern Premier […] The post Match...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Feb 16, 2024

In-form Diamonds gear up for serious test at high-flying Hinckley

In form AFC Rushden & Diamonds travel to Hinckley LRFC on Saturday looking to continue their unbeaten run.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 15, 2024

Ex-Premier League cult hero Yannick Bolasie agrees bizarre return to football after being left unemployed by Swansea

YANNICK BOLASIE is on the verge of joining Brazilian side Criciuma, according to reports. The former Premier League star has been without a club...
THE SUN Feb 15, 2024

Labour Leader Keir Starmer visits AFC Rushden & Diamonds in lead-up to this week's Wellingborough by-election

The by-election will take place on Thursday (February 15)
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 13, 2024

Bees have created a buzz with big guns!

Mitch Austin reckons Harborough Town have already broken into Northamptonshire’s big three of AFC Rushden & Diamonds, Corby Town and Kettering Town...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Feb 10, 2024

Foxes A to Z, Ben Chilwell

Embed from Getty Images Ben Chilwell joined Leicester City’s academy aged 12 in 2009 having played in Rushden & Diamonds’ centre of excellence. He...
FILBERT WAY Feb 5, 2024

In-form Diamonds determined to take their chance to climb off the bottom

Michael Harriman says AFC Rushden & Diamonds 'will be giving it everything we can' to lift the team off the bottom of the Pitching-In Northern...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 5, 2024

Diamonds stretch unbeaten run to five matches, while Steelmen claim rare home win

AFC Rushden & Diamonds stretched their unbeaten run in the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division to five matches as they played out...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 5, 2024

Harriman tells players to 'enjoy the moment' as Rushden's remarkable recovery continues

AFC Rushden & Diamonds player-boss Michael Harriman has told his players to 'enjoy the moment' as they continue their bid to complete the great...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 31, 2024

Last-gasp Johnston strike seals dramatic win for Diamonds, but Corby are beaten

Ethan Johnston scored a dramatic winner seven minutes into time added on as AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed a crucial 1-0 win over Sutton Coldfield...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 28, 2024

Former Celtic star Stuart Gray passes away after losing battle with cancer

Former Celtic star Stuart Gray has passed away at the age of 50, after losing his battle with cancer.  The versatile midfielder had represented...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Jan 27, 2024

Stuart Gray 1973-2024

The club are deeply saddened to hear the passing of former Royal, Stuart Gray. The Scottish international was one of our seven deadline day...
READINGFC.CO.UK Jan 27, 2024

Former Celtic star Stuart Gray dies aged 50 after agonising cancer fight as Hoops stars to pay tribute vs Ross County

FORMER Celtic star Stuart Gray has passed away at the age of 50 following a cancer battle, the club has confirmed. The son of Scotland and...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jan 27, 2024

Former Celt, Stuart Gray passes away

Everyone at Celtic is deeply saddened by the news that former Celt, Stuart Gray has passed away after illness at the age of 50. The midfielder, son...
CELTICFC.COM Jan 27, 2024

Diamonds breathe life into survival battle as they deliver on the road at last

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds claiming their second win of the season has breathed new life into their fight against relegation from the Pitching-In...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 25, 2024

Members News: Ex Sky Blues Midfielder Hits The Big 4-0 Today. ‘Happy Birthday’, David!!

Back in June 2021 we announced that we had recruited former Sky Blue right sided midfielder David Bell to the ranks of the Association. Northants...
CCFPA.CO.UK Jan 21, 2024

Player-boss Harriman left frustrated despite first away point of the season for Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds player-boss Michael Harriman believes his team deserved more than they got from Saturday's 2-2 draw at Bedworth United.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 15, 2024

YOUNG NORTHAMPTON TOWN XI BEATEN IN HILLIER SENIOR CUP

A young Northampton Town squad lost 2-1 away to AFC Rushden and Diamonds in the Northamptonshire FA Hillier Senior Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday...
NORTHAMPTON TOWN OFFICIAL SITE Jan 9, 2024

Lorraine insists Diamonds can still avoid the drop despite damaging Gresley defeat

Assistant boss Tom Lorraine insists he still believes AFC Rushden & Diamonds can avoid relegation despite their damaging 3-0 home defeat at the...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 7, 2024

Diamonds announce pitch inspection ahead of crunch Gresley Rovers clash

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have announced they will be holding a Saturday morning pitch inspection ahead of their crunch relegation six-pointer with...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 5, 2024

It’s crunch time at Hayden Road as rock-bottom Diamonds host rivals

AFC Rushden and Diamonds face a huge game against relegation rivals Gresley Rovers at Hayden Road on Saturday (ko 3pm).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 5, 2024

Happy new year for Corby Town as they beat Diamonds to finally end home jinx

It was 11th time lucky for Corby Town as they finally secured a first home league win of the season on New Year's Day - but they were made to work...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 1, 2024

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Harriman left to rue lack of clinical edge

​​AFC Rushden & Diamonds player-boss Michael Harriman rued his team's lack of a clinical edge at both ends of the pitch after they suffered a 4-0...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 28, 2023

Sporting Khalsa 4 AFC Rushden & Diamonds 1 - Report

Sporting Khalsa moved into the top ten on Saturday with a dominant 4-1 victory helped by a goal in each half from Tounami Sidibe.
EXPRESS AND STAR Dec 23, 2023

Rock-bottom Diamonds ready for ‘daunting’ festive fixtures

​​Assistant boss Tom Lorraine admits AFC Rushden & Diamonds face a 'daunting' festive period after their season of woe continued when they suffered...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 21, 2023

Lorraine admits he sounds like a ‘broken record’ as Diamonds gear up for Spalding test

​​AFC Rushden & Diamonds assistant boss Tom Lorraine accepts he is beginning to sound 'like a broken record' after witnessing the Hayden Road...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 14, 2023

Double trouble for AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Young Northampton Town duo Reuben Wyatt and Jacob Scott have joined AFC Rushden and Diamonds on loan until the end of the season.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Dec 12, 2023

Boss Harriman certain things will turn as tough tests keep coming for Diamonds

​​AFC Rushden & Diamonds face another difficult home game at the weekend with the visit of Quorn FC to Hayden Road (ko 3pm).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 30, 2023

AFC Rushden & Diamonds bolster backline

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have signed young defender Jarvis Wilson on dual-registration from United Counties League Premier Division South high-flyers...
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Nov 29, 2023

Rock-bottom Diamonds kick-off crucial run at struggling Shepshed

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds kick-off a hectic run of six games in the space of just 21 days when they visit Shepshed Dynamo on Saturday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 24, 2023

Corby Town get their Edge back

Forward Dyland Edge has returned to Corby Town after departing from AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Nov 10, 2023

Diamonds geared up for difficult test at unbeaten Anstey Nomads

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds assistant manager Tom Lorraine is relishing this weekend’s clash against high flying Anstey Nomads.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 9, 2023

Player-boss Harriman excited as he takes on the top job at AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Michael Harriman says he 'absolutely delighted' to have been handed the chance to manage AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 26, 2023

Former Luton loanee Harriman is named new AFC Rushden & Diamonds manager

Defender takes over from Chris Nunn
LUTON TODAY Oct 25, 2023

BREAKING: Michael Harriman is named new manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Michael Harriman has been named the new manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 24, 2023

Caretaker boss Lorraine’s delight as Diamonds break their duck at last

​Tom Lorraine could hardly contain his delight after AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed their first win of the season on Saturday, beating Coleshill...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 19, 2023

Basingstoke Town FC signs new defender Hamilton Bunga

Hamilton Bunga, a 28-year-old central defender, has previously played for Hemel Hempstead, Stratford Town and is the former captain of Rushden &...
BASINGSTOKEGAZETTE.CO.UK Oct 17, 2023

FOOTBALL ROUND-UP: Delight for Diamonds as they deliver first win of the season

AFC Rushden & Diamonds enjoyed that winning feeling for the first time this season on Saturday as they claimed a crucial 2-1 victory over Coleshill...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 16, 2023

Managerial exodus at AFC Rushden & Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have announced the departure of manager Chris Nunn and his coaching team.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Oct 12, 2023

Diamonds chairman Usher keen to make quick work of replacing manager Nunn

AFC Rushden & Diamonds are aiming to have a new manager in place within the next two weeks.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 12, 2023

BREAKING: Chris Nunn leaves AFC Rushden & Diamonds 'by mutual consent'

AFC Rushden & Diamonds are on the lookout for a new manager after Chris Nunn left the club 'by mutual consent' on Thursday morning.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 12, 2023

Boss Nunn will take his time to make new Diamonds signings as Glennon departs

Chris Nunn says he has been given some extra resources to strengthen the AFC Rushden & Diamonds squad.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 12, 2023

Opposition Lowdown: Jon Brady's Northampton Town

Photo by Pete Norton/Getty ImagesReading face a quick turnaround from Saturday's 0-0 draw at home to Burton, hitting the road to take on...
SBNATION.COM Oct 3, 2023

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...
CCFPA.CO.UK Oct 2, 2023

Eleven Women’s FA Cup 2nd Rd Qualifying ties decided on penalties

Eleven teams won their Women’s FA Cup Second Round Qualifying ties on penalties after being deadlocked at the end of normal time. Beaumont Park,...
SHEKICKS Oct 2, 2023

Boss Nunn pleads with supporters to stick with struggling Diamonds

Boss Chris Nunn has issued a plea to AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ supporters to keep the faith and get behind the team after a seventh successive defeat...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Sep 21, 2023

Ex-Celtic star Stuart Gray reveals cancer fight as he kick-starts fundraising effort to battle rare disease

FORMER Celtic defender Stuart Gray has revealed he’s battling cancer. The 49-year old, who began his career with the Hoops, has kick-started a...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 13, 2023

SIGNING | Joe Day joins on loan

We’re delighted to announce the signing of Joe Day who joins on a season-long loan from Newport County. Day began his career with Crystal...
YEOVIL TOWN FC - OFFICIAL SITE Sep 1, 2023

Boss Nunn believes success just round the corner for rock-bottom Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Chris Nunn believes good things are just around the corner for his team.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 31, 2023

Steelmen fight back to claim derby day honours at AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Corby Town claimed the Bank Holiday derby day honours as they saw off AFC Rushden & Diamonds 3-1 at Hayden Road on Monday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 29, 2023

Boss Nunn wants his Diamonds squad to ‘stay together and stay strong’

Chris Nunn insists the AFC Rushden & Diamonds players must “stay together” as they bid to halt their poor start to the new season.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 24, 2023

EXCLUSIVE: Two of Ivan Toney's former team-mates are hit with FA betting charges... with phone records discovered in case against England star revealing conversations between them about betting on football

EXCLUSIVE: Snedker and Wilson remain active participants in the game at Rushden & Diamonds and Banbury Town respectively so are banned from betting...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Aug 23, 2023

Diamonds boss Nunn ‘gutted’ as the poor run in FA Cup matches continues

Chris Nunn cut a disappointed and frustrated figure after AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ poor record in the Emirates FA Cup continued with a preliminary...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 20, 2023

Special day for family of AFC Rushden & Diamonds fan as club pays tribute at first game of the season

"The directors and other volunteers at the club went out of their way to accommodate us and to remember Kit in the way we hoped she would have...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 17, 2023

Devastating blow as Diamonds striker Will faces spell on the sidelines

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have been dealt another devastating injury blow with striker Will Jones set for an extended spell on the sidelines.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 16, 2023

MNT1-16-08-23-Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have been dealt another devastating injury blow with striker Will Jones set for an extended spell on the sidelines.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 16, 2023

Diamonds ready to ‘go again’ as they face up to a tough test at Spalding

Matt Vernon is confident the AFC Rushden & Diamonds players will be ready to “go again” in a tough test tonight (Tuesday).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 15, 2023

Highly Rated Keeper Signs for Coalville

Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club Coalville Town have snapped up experienced and highly rated goalkeeper Dean Snedker...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Aug 14, 2023

New man between the sticks for AFC Rushden & Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have announced the signing of goalkeeper Regan Saunt for the 2023/24 season.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Aug 14, 2023

Coach Vernon expects Diamonds to grow into the season after opening-day loss

Matt Vernon believes the AFC Rushden & Diamonds players will grow into the season after suffering an early setback at Hayden Road.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 12, 2023

VERDICT: Diamonds are undone from the spot as they lose out on opening day

Life back at Step 4 began with a narrow defeat for AFC Rushden & Diamonds as they were beaten 1-0 by Sporting Khalsa at Hayden Road.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 12, 2023

AFC Rushden & Diamonds 0 Sporting Khalsa 1 - Report

SPORTING Khalsa got their league campaign off to a winning start with a Curvin Sanderson-Ellis penalty giving them a 1-0 victory at AFC Rushden &...
EXPRESS AND STAR Aug 12, 2023

Nunn expects his Diamonds to be ‘competitive’ as the big kick-off arrives

Chris Nunn insists AFC Rushden & Diamonds will be “disciplined, well organised and competitive” as they get ready to kick-off the new season.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 11, 2023

AFC Rushden and Diamonds to celebrate life of fan who died aged just 38 at first game of the season

Kit was a season ticket holder and travelled to watch her team at every opportunity
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 10, 2023

Women’s pre-season friendly results round-up for 6 August

Pre-season results included a draw for Nottingham Forest at Birmingham City, victory for Sheffield United at Hearts and Newcastle United win at St...
SHEKICKS Aug 8, 2023

AFC Rushden & Diamonds make double signing

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have added two new faces to their squad on the eve of the 2023/24 league season.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Aug 7, 2023

Diamonds’ focus turns towards the opener as one more friendly test awaits

There’s one more pre-season assignment for AFC Rushden & Diamonds before the serious business of the Northern Premier League Midlands campaign gets...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 3, 2023

A legendary day for Diamonds must leave ‘a legacy’

The chairman of AFC Rushden & Diamonds is keen to ensure their highly successful Legends Match leaves “a legacy”.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jul 31, 2023

A legendary Diamonds day must leave a ‘legacy’

The chairman of AFC Rushden & Diamonds is keen to ensure their highly successful Legends Match leaves “a legacy”.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jul 31, 2023

Diamonds boss Nunn can't wait for serious business to get underway

Chris Nunn admits he is becoming tired of the long pre-season build-up to AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ opening match of the season against Sporting...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jul 28, 2023

Devastating blow as Diamonds defender Hughes suffers broken leg in friendly win

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have been dealt a significant blow after it was confirmed Ryan Hughes suffered a broken leg during Tuesday’s 1-0 friendly...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jul 19, 2023

Steelmen and Diamonds enjoy friendly wins as Poppies are held to a draw

Corby Town and AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed friendly wins at the weekend as the build-up to the new season continued.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jul 17, 2023
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