Late goal sends Diamonds closer to the relegation trapdoor

AFC Rushden & Diamonds edged closer to the relegation trapdoor in the Southern League Premier Central after a late goal saw them beaten 1-0 at...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 18, 2023

Nunn maintains his positive outlook as Diamonds get ready to hit the road

AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ fate could well be sealed over the next week or so.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 17, 2023

Diamonds snap up experienced defender Harriman

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have signed experienced defender Michael Harriman.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 15, 2023

Ten-Man Marketmen Beat See Off Redditch

The weather caused the postponement of the crucial game in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central between bottom-markers AFC...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Mar 15, 2023

Diamonds Bring in Experienced Defender

Experienced defender Michael Harriman has swapped Bedford Town's relegation scrap from the Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central for...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Mar 14, 2023

Nunn ready to reinforce backline as Diamonds are dealt injury blows

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Chris Nunn is aiming to sign an experienced centre-half ahead of returning to action in next Tuesday's home date with...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 10, 2023

Boss Nunn rues defensive inexperience as Diamonds are beaten again

Boss Chris Nunn was left to rue his team's defensive inexperience as AFC Rushden & Diamonds slumped to a 4-1 home defeat at the hands of Mickleover...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 6, 2023

PREVIEW | NORTHAMPTON TOWN

THE OPPOSITION  The manager: Jon Brady Cobblers manager Jon Brady played for Hayes, Rushden & Diamonds, Woking, Chester City, Stevenage and...
CRAWLEYTOWNFC.COM Mar 3, 2023

Nunn wants to see Diamonds improve their ‘concentration levels’

Chris Nunn believes “concentration levels” are the main issue for AFC Rushden & Diamonds at present.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 3, 2023

Can We Make It Five At Relegation Threatened Diamonds

by Peter Scherer Rushden & Diamonds are our next port of call on Saturday afternoon, as we strive to make it five successive wins, to sustain the...
MICKLEOVER FC (OFFICIAL SITE Mar 2, 2023

Diamonds bring in Posh youngster Roddy on loan until the end of the season

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have boosted their ranks with the addition of Peterborough United midfielder Roddy McGlinchey.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 2, 2023

Club needs the fans now more than ever, says Diamonds boss Nunn

Chris Nunn says AFC Rushden & Diamonds need their supporters now more than ever.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 24, 2023

We won’t stop working, insists Diamonds manager Nunn

Chris Nunn insists everyone at AFC Rushden & Diamonds will continue to give it everything they have got as a miserable campaign heads towards what...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 21, 2023

AFC Rushden & Diamonds 0 Hednesford Town 1 - Report

Hednesford Town picked up a huge boost in their fight for survival as player/manager Danny Glover netted a crucial winner at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
EXPRESS AND STAR Feb 18, 2023

Tee Off to Bromsgrove Sporting

Bromsgrove Sporting have signed midfielder Conor Tee from Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central rivals AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Feb 17, 2023

It’s ‘do or die’ as Diamonds and Hednesford face off in basement battle

It looks to be a case of ‘do or die’ for both AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Hednesford Town this weekend.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 17, 2023

Diamonds lacking ‘that bit of quality’ as they edge closer to the drop

Chris Nunn admits AFC Rushden & Diamonds are lacking “that bit of quality” after they suffered another defeat on Tuesday night.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 16, 2023

Watford Youngster To Spend Rest of Season With Diamonds

Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club AFC Rushden & Diamonds have brought in striker or wide midfielder Bogdan Marian on `work...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Feb 15, 2023

AFC Rushden and Diamonds launch new monthly initiative to help raise money for local charities

Encompass will be the first beneficiary of the fundraising
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 15, 2023

Diamonds bring in Bogdan as they bid to give themselves a bit of hope

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have boosted their ranks ahead of tonight’s (Tuesday) re-arranged clash at Needham Market.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 14, 2023

Loan round-up: Back-to-back assists for Ilunga

Brooklyn Ilunga provided another assist, Dan Kemp nets his first goal for Hartlepool, Edward Gyamfi nears ten starts for Beford Town and Joel Anker...
MKDONS.COM Feb 13, 2023

Nunn feeling ‘hard done by’ as Diamonds are left staring down the barrel

Chris Nunn admitted he “felt a little bit hard done by” as AFC Rushden & Diamonds suffered another damaging defeat in the Southern League Premier...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 11, 2023

French Keeper Joins Diamonds on Dual Registration

Relegation-threatened Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club AFC Rushden & Diamonds have brought in goalkeeper Loris Marcimain...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Feb 11, 2023

Nunn wants struggling Diamonds to embrace a season-defining week

AFC Rushden & Diamonds look to be heading into the last chance saloon in their fight to avoid the drop in the Southern League Premier Central.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 10, 2023

We’re getting hit over the head with a hammer, says Diamonds boss Nunn

Chris Nunn admitted he feels like AFC Rushden & Diamonds are “getting hit over the head with a hammer” as their problems deepened at the weekend.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 6, 2023

Posh Womens skipper claims her 150th goal for the club in County Cup quarter final romp

Captain Keir Perkins scored her 150th goal for Peterborough United Women during a 9-1 Northants County Cup romp at AFC Rushden & Diamonds on Sunday.
PETERBOROUGHTODAY.CO.UK Feb 6, 2023

Diamonds Bring in French Midfielder

Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club AFC Rushden & Diamonds, battling to avoid relegation, have signed French midfielder...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Feb 3, 2023

Boss Nunn won’t allow his Diamonds to ‘roll over’ at Coalville

Chris Nunn insists there is no way he will allow AFC Rushden & Diamonds to “roll over” when they head to Coalville Town on Saturday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 2, 2023

Diamonds facing ‘really massive’ task after losing out to fellow strugglers

Chris Nunn admitted a “massive” task has become “really massive” for AFC Rushden & Diamonds after they were beaten 2-0 by fellow strugglers...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 28, 2023

Nunn’s rallying call as Diamonds gear up for a ‘massive’ clash at the bottom

Chris Nunn has issued a rallying call to the AFC Rushden & Diamonds fans as they prepare for what he believes is one of the club’s biggest games...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 26, 2023

Diamonds' home clash with Basford called off as the cold snap continues

AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ home game with Basford United tonight (Tuesday) has been postponed.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 24, 2023

Local football programme is decimated by the freezing temperatures

Kettering Town, Corby Town and AFC Rushden & Diamonds have been left with a blank Saturday after freezing temperatures struck overnight.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 21, 2023

Members News: Ex Sky Blues Midfielder Hits 39 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, 2023

Another New Arrival at Diamonds

Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club AFC Rushden & Diamonds have made another new signing.
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jan 20, 2023

Nunn knows Diamonds are dealing in wins in their bid for the great escape

Chris Nunn knows AFC Rushden & Diamonds can only approach games with winning in mind as the clock begins to tick down on their survival hopes.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 19, 2023

AFC Rushden and Diamonds urge over-50s to give walking football a try

Running is (thankfully) prohibited
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 17, 2023

Another Trio of Newcomers at Diamonds

Busy Chris Nunn, manager of Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club AFC Rushden & Diamonds, made three more new signings ahead of...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jan 16, 2023

Nunn’s revolution continues as Diamonds bring in four more signings

Chris Nunn’s revolution at AFC Rushden & Diamonds picked up steam yesterday (Friday) as the club confirmed four new signings to make it six fresh...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 14, 2023

MATCH UPDATES: Kettering Town and AFC Rushden & Diamonds see home games fall foul of the weather

Kettering Town’s Vanarama National League North home clash with Boson United has been called off.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 14, 2023

MATCH UPDATES: AFC Rushden & Diamonds home game falls foul of the weather

AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ home clash with Rushall Olympic has been called off.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 14, 2023

Now Nunn Brings in New Midfielder

Chris Nunn, manager of Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club AFC Rushden & Diamonds, has added a third new player to his squad...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jan 13, 2023

MK Dons Pair Loaned to Diamonds

Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central strugglers AFC Rushden & Diamonds have brought in Joel Anker and Charlie Waller on loan from...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jan 13, 2023

We must battle for every single point, says Diamonds boss Nunn

Chris Nunn insists AFC Rushden & Diamonds must battle for “every single point” as they bid to get themselves out of deep trouble in the Southern...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 13, 2023

Bunga Makes Bards Move

Stratford Town have signed defender Hamilton Bunga following his departure from Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central rivals AFC...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jan 10, 2023

Vital win a 'big step in the right direction' as Diamonds gear up for Ilkeston

Chris Nunn admitted AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ 2-1 win over St Ives Town on Bank Holiday Monday was “a massive step in the right direction”.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 5, 2023

We deserved our luck, says delighted Diamonds boss Nunn

Chris Nunn felt his AFC Rushden & Diamonds team “deserved our luck” after they began the new year by picking up a priceless 2-1 success over St...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 3, 2023

VERDICT: Miguel’s late show secures a priceless win for Nunn’s Diamonds

There’s a long, long way to go before we can really start talking about AFC Rushden & Diamonds getting out of trouble in the Southern League...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 2, 2023

Bank Holiday Monday's Premier Division Central Round-Up

The later, 3pm kick-offs on Bank Holiday Monday in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central saw Nuneaton Borough return to second...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jan 2, 2023

Nunn Gets Busy at Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds are thrilled to announce the signing of 21-year-old Luke Massingham from Southern League Division One Central side Thame...
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Jan 2, 2023

Three in, three out as new boss Nunn makes moves at Diamonds

Chris Nunn has wasted little time in making changes at AFC Rushden & Diamonds with three new signings being confirmed while a trio of players have...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 1, 2023

Nunn wants to make Diamonds “more competitive” after eye-opening first game

Chris Nunn’s main early objective is to make AFC Rushden & Diamonds harder to beat after he described his first game in charge of the club as an...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 29, 2022

Nunn ‘devastated’ as first game in charge of Diamonds ends in big defeat

Chris Nunn admitted he was “devastated” after his first game in charge of AFC Rushden & Diamonds ended in a heavy 6-1 defeat at Bedford Town.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 26, 2022

WORK ETHIC IS A MUST FOR NUNN

THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Dec 22, 2022

Nunn determined to restore 'the connection' at AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Chris Nunn says he is determined to restore 'the connection' between the team, supporters and officials at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 22, 2022

Rebooted award-winning Totectors brand caps successful year with AFC Rushden & Diamonds sponsorship deal

Totectors is looking to expand its business following a successful 2022
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 21, 2022

Diamonds Appoint New Manager

Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central club AFC Rushden & Diamonds have appointed the experienced Chris Nunn as their new manager.
SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE Dec 20, 2022

New AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Nunn ready for 'the big challenges'

Chris Nunn says he is ready to take on 'the big challenges ahead' after he was named the new boss at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 20, 2022

BREAKING: Chris Nunn named new AFC Rushden & Diamonds manager

Chris Nunn has been appointed the new manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 20, 2022

AFC Rushden & Diamonds' clash at Needham called off - 45 minutes before kick-off!

AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ players, staff, officials and fans were left furious after their match at Needham Market was called off today (Saturday) –...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 10, 2022

AFC Rushden & Diamonds' clash at Needham called off - 40 minutes before kick-off!

AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ players, staff, officials and fans were left furious after their match at Needham Market was called off today (Saturday) –...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 10, 2022

Vernon so sure struggling Diamonds can find a route to survival

Matt Vernon firmly believes AFC Rushden & Diamonds can pull off a great escape this season.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 9, 2022

BIG INTERVIEW: Change at the top but new faces are up for the challenge at Diamonds

Sport reporter Jon Dunham chats with new AFC Rushden & Diamonds club chair Rob Usher as a difficult season both on and off the pitch continues.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 8, 2022

Diamonds target ‘right man in a good timeframe’ in hunt for next manager

AFC Rushden & Diamonds are nearing the end game of the hunt for the club’s next permanent manager.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 7, 2022

Vernon pleased with ‘fighting spirit’ despite another defeat for Diamonds

Matt Vernon praised the “fighting spirit” of the AFC Rushden & Diamonds players, despite their continued struggles in the Southern League Premier...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 7, 2022

VERDICT: Huge effort isn’t quite enough as struggling Diamonds are undone by the leaders

A valiant effort was not quite enough as AFC Rushden & Diamonds were beaten 3-1 by Southern League Premier Central leaders Tamworth at Hayden Road.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 7, 2022

Errors must be cut out as Diamonds take on Peaks’ table-toppers

Matt Vernon says there will be “massive personal responsibility” for the AFC Rushden & Diamonds players when they take on table-topping Tamworth at...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 6, 2022

‘Individual errors’ are costly as Diamonds slip to fourth loss in a row

Matt Vernon admitted “individual errors” proved costly as AFC Rushden & Diamonds fell to a fourth successive defeat as they went down 2-0 to...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 3, 2022

‘In at the deep end’ but Diamonds interim boss Matt is keen to restore confidence

Matt Vernon knows he has been “thrown in right at the deep end” after being appointed as interim manager at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 2, 2022

Interim boss Vernon happy to play his part for Diamonds

Matt Vernon is ready to play his role for AFC Rushden & Diamonds for as long as is needed.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 30, 2022

Rushall Olympic 3-1 AFC Rushden & Diamonds - Report

Rushall Olympic deservedly picked up three points after an impressive performance from Kieran Cook wrapped up the victory.
EXPRESS AND STAR Nov 26, 2022

AFC Rushden & Diamonds sack boss Richard Maxwell

AFC Rushden & Diamonds manager Richard Maxwell has been sacked after little more than six weeks in charge.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 24, 2022

There’s no war chest for Diamonds, says boss Maxwell

Richard Maxwell insists there is “no war chest” for him to bring in a host of new players at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 24, 2022

Diamonds must ‘tighten up’ as lead is squandered in loss at Hitchin

Richard Maxwell knows AFC Rushden & Diamonds need to find a way to “tighten up” after they slipped to another defeat last night (Monday).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 22, 2022

Diamonds straight back into action as they hunt crucial points

AFC Rushden & Diamonds head to Hitchin Town tonight (Monday) in search of crucial points in their battle at the bottom end of the Southern League...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 21, 2022

AFC Rushden & Diamonds 1-3 Stourbridge - Report

A FEW HOME truths were required during the half-time break to avert the course of proceedings at the Hayden Road admits joint-manager Leon...
EXPRESS AND STAR Nov 19, 2022

Diamonds boss Maxwell is ready for a quickfire double-header

Richard Maxwell is looking forward to the first part of a quick double-header for AFC Rushden & Diamonds this weekend.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 18, 2022

Diamonds left feeling ‘robbed’ after defeat at Royston

Richard Maxwell admitted there was a feeling that AFC Rushden & Diamonds were “robbed” of a share of the points in their 2-1 defeat at Royston Town...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 15, 2022

Steelmen claim fine win on the road but Poppies and Diamonds both lose out

Corby Town maintained their impressive form with a fine win on the road at the weekend but the struggles continued for Kettering Town and AFC...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 14, 2022

PETER ABIMBOLA JOINS AFC RUSHDEN & DIAMONDS ON LOAN

Midfielder Peter Abimbola has joined AFC Rushden & Diamonds on a month's loan.
NORTHAMPTON TOWN (OFFICIAL SITE Nov 12, 2022

No point to prove for Maxwell as he plots Diamonds’ rise up the table

Richard Maxwell insists having a personal point to prove doesn’t “register” with him as he plots a move up the Southern League Premier Central...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 11, 2022
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