Maxwell so pleased with his 'immense' players as Diamonds seal a crucial win
Richard Maxwell was full of praise for his “immense” AFC Rushden & Diamonds players as they delivered a crucial 4-2 win over fellow strugglers...
A positive mood as Diamonds get set for a crucial clash at the bottom
Richard Maxwell insists there is a positive mood in the AFC Rushden & Diamonds camp as they gear up for another crucial clash this weekend.
HIGHLIGHTS & INTERVIEW: Rushden & Diamonds 1 - 1 Bromsgrove Sporting
Highlights and Interview from our 1 - 1 draw to AFC Rushden & Diamonds in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Central.
Diamonds hit back to seal a point but Maxwell is left ‘disappointed’
Richard Maxwell admitted he was left feeling “disappointed” after AFC Rushden & Diamonds drew 1-1 with Bromsgrove Sporting at Hayden Road.
Diamonds all set for the first of two crucial home matches
AFC Rushden & Diamonds are gearing up for the first of two crucial home games this weekend.
Two New Signings for the Ives
RAVI SHAMSI SIGNS FOR THE IVES St Ives Town have added to their squad by signing Ravi Shamsi. Shamsi is a winger/forward and played most recently...
Leiston to take ‘appropriate action’ after Diamonds player is racially abused in defeat
Leiston have insisted that “immediate and appropriate action” will be taken once they have identified the individual who allegedly racially abused...
Diamonds boss and player speak out over alleged racist abuse
AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ 5-1 defeat at Leiston last night (Tuesday) was overshadowed by an incident towards the end of the game, which resulted in...
Diamonds must 'dust themselves down' for a tough midweek test at Leiston
AFC Rushden & Diamonds face another tough test on the road this evening (Tuesday).
Maxwell keen to make moves to strengthen Diamonds’ squad
Richard Maxwell says AFC Rushden & Diamonds will be working hard to bring in some reinforcements to boost the squad after they suffered another...
Focus on what you can affect, urges Diamonds boss Maxwell
Richard Maxwell will urge his AFC Rushden & Diamonds to focus on only what they can control as they prepare to hit the road over the next week.
Diamonds call an EGM to ‘formulate a way forward’
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have called an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) for early next month after it was confirmed that the club’s co-chairs...
'Unfortunate errors' prove costly for Diamonds in defeat to Redditch
Richard Maxwell admitted there was a sense of frustration for AFC Rushden & Diamonds after “unfortunate errors” saw them fall to a 2-0 defeat to...
Maxwell confirmed as Diamonds' new permanent manager
Richard Maxwell has been confirmed as the new permanent manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
Next Diamonds boss will have a 'great team to take over'
Richard Maxwell believes the next permanent manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds will have a “great team” to take over.
VERDICT: Battling Diamonds cling on for a vital victory
Every battling quality needed when you’re scrapping away was on show as AFC Rushden & Diamonds stunned second-placed Nuneaton Borough with a 2-1...
Let’s have a fun night, says Diamonds caretaker Maxwell
Richard Maxwell has urged the AFC Rushden & Diamonds fans to turn out again and have a “fun night” when they return to Southern League Premier...
Morecambe 1:2 Ipswich Town
Beam Him Up, Scotty… I’ve nothing to add to the very sad news that Worcester Warriors seem destined to join the ranks of Gretna; Third Lanark;...
Ex-Middlesbrough, Bristol City and AFC Bournmeouth player announces significant career decision
Former Middlesbrough, Bristol City and AFC Bournemouth player Lee Tomlin has confirmed he retirement from football. From the start of his career,...
Willmott and Maxwell placed in charge at Diamonds
Chris Willmott and Richard Maxwell have been placed in temporary charge of first-team affairs at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
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...
Diamonds will seek a swift appointment, says joint chair Ward
AFC Rushden & Diamonds will seek a quick appointment following the departure of Andy Burgess, according to joint chair Matt Ward.
Burgess leaves Diamonds
Andy Burgess has left AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
We have to pick ourselves up, says Diamonds boss Burgess
Andy Burgess insists there’s no choice but for AFC Rushden & Diamonds to “pick ourselves up” after their midweek humiliation.
It was men against boys, says Diamonds boss Burgess
Andy Burgess admitted it was “men against boys” at times as AFC Rushden & Diamonds were condemned to a humiliating 7-0 home defeat against...
VERDICT: Dreadful Diamonds humiliated by Coalville
AFC Rushden & Diamonds suffered a humiliating evening at Hayden Road as Coalville Town ran riot in a 7-0 victory.
Burgess keen to see Diamonds build on ‘fantastic feeling’
Andy Burgess knows AFC Rushden & Diamonds now have to build on their first win of the Southern League Premier Central season.
Burgess' relief as Diamonds secure first win of the season
Andy Burgess admitted he had a “sense of relief” after AFC Rushden & Diamonds secured their first win of the Southern League Premier Central...
Burgess: Diamonds must fight, scrap and die for three points
Andy Burgess says AFC Rushden & Diamonds must “fight, scrap and die” for three points in their big clash at Barwell on Saturday.
Burgess determined to keep the spirits up at Diamonds
Andy Burgess knows it is up to him and his staff to keep the spirits up at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
FOOTBALL - Bards unbeaten in six after Rushden victory
Stratford Town eased to a 2-0 win against AFC Rushden and Diamonds on Tuesday night.
‘A line in the sand’ as pressure grows on Diamonds boss Burgess
AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Andy Burgess knows the pressure is on him and he believes “a line has been drawn in the sand”.
Match Preview – The Ives v Leiston
St Ives Town return to league action on Tuesday night when they host Leiston at the Quattro-Tech Westwood Road. It will be the first league action...
Diamonds boost attacking options with double signing
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have boosted their attacking options with two new signings.
Willmott: Diamonds must improve and it’s got to happen now
Chris Willmott knows it has to be this weekend when AFC Rushden & Diamonds turn the tide after a poor start to the new season.
Captain Hicks urges fans to stick with Diamonds
Nathan Hicks urged the AFC Rushden & Diamonds fans to “stick with us” after their poor start to the season took a turn for the worse in the...
Diamonds’ problems deepen with shock FA Cup exit
AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ poor start to the season took a turn for the worse as they were dumped out of the Emirates FA Cup by lower-ranked Enfield...
Boss Burgess believes Diamonds on right track despite winless start
Andy Burgess insists his AFC Rushden & Diamonds team is heading in the right direction…
Boss Burgess left deflated as Diamonds slip to St Ives defeat
Andy Burgess was left to rue his side's ineffectiveness at both ends of the pitch as AFC Rushden & Diamonds slumped to a 3-1 defeat at St Ives on...
Mixed emotions for Burgess as Diamonds fail to break win duck
AFC Rushden & Diamonds remain rooted to the bottom of the Southern League Premier Division Central as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by...
It’s a massive weekend, says Diamonds boss Burgess
Andy Burgess knows a “massive” bank holiday weekend lies ahead for AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
Burgess needs a ‘serious think’ as Diamonds lose again
Andy Burgess admits he will need to have “a serious think” after AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ disappointing start to the new season continued.
Burgess urges Diamonds to ‘stick together’
Andy Burgess says his AFC Rushden & Diamonds squad must “stick together” as they bid to get their Southern League Premier Central campaign going...
Frustration for Burgess as Diamonds let a lead slip again
Andy Burgess was left frustrated after AFC Rushden & Diamonds slipped to a second successive defeat in the Southern League Premier Central.
Poppies, Diamonds and Steelmen back in action
Kettering Town, AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Corby Town are all back in action this evening (Tuesday).
PREVIEW | NORTHAMPTON TOWN
KEY INFO
The club’s ticket office will open at 9am on game day.
Redz Bar and reception for matchday hospitality in our Mayo Wynne Baxter Suite...
LOAN WATCH
Miguel Ngwa and Jack Connor were both in action for AFC Rushden and Diamonds on Saturday.
‘Bonkers decision’ is key as Diamonds are beaten
Andy Burgess felt a “bonkers decision” played a key role in AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ 2-1 defeat at Basford United.
Diamonds boss Burgess keen to build on a solid start
Andy Burgess is hoping AFC Rushden & Diamonds can build on a solid start to the season when they head to Southern League Premier Central newcomers...
Chair role to be shared at Diamonds for this season
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have confirmed Matt Ward and Chris McCormack will take on the role of joint chair of the club for the 2022/23 season.
LOAN WATCH: A LOOK AT THOSE CURRENTLY OUT ON LOAN
Jack Connor and Miguel Ngwa made their debuts for AFC Rushden and Diamonds on Saturday.
Diamonds boss Burgess ‘relatively happy’ to get up and running
Andy Burgess was left “relatively happy” after AFC Rushden & Diamonds started the new Southern League Premier Central season with a 0-0 draw...
Poppies, Diamonds and Steelmen all make moves on eve of the season
Kettering Town, AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Corby Town have all made late moves to bolster their squads on the eve of the new season.
YOUNG DUO MAKE LOAN MOVE
Striker Jack Connor and winger Miguel Ngwa have made the temporary switch to AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
OPINION: Replicating last season will be tricky but Burgess’ Diamonds are an unknown quantity
Sport reporter Jon Dunham takes a look at what might lie ahead for AFC Rushden & Diamonds in the 2022/23 Southern League Premier Central campaign.
Diamonds boss Burgess keen to make a quick start at home
Andy Burgess knows a flying start on home soil would give AFC Rushden & Diamonds some early momentum this weekend.
Pre-season has tested us, admits Diamonds boss Burgess
Andy Burgess admits pre-season has “certainly tested us” as AFC Rushden & Diamonds gear up for the new Southern League Premier Central season this...
Braney at the double as Luton's Development squad hammer Diamonds
Pre-season friendly: Rushden & Diamonds 0 Luton Town Development 6
Diamonds snap up Sutherland
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have completed another summer signing as they gear up for the start of the new season.
Development Squad face AFC Rushden & Diamonds tonight
The Development Squad continue pre-season preparations against AFC Rushden & Diamonds this evening.
Diamonds going in the right direction ahead of final friendly
Andy Burgess believes pre-season has gone in exactly the right direction for AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
Wilkin learns a lot as Brackley are held by Diamonds
Kevin Wilkin says Brackley Town’s penultimate pre-season friendly at AFC Rushden & Diamonds “taught us plenty” as the countdown to the new campaign...
Diamonds’ fitness levels get a boost in Brackley clash
Andy Burgess believes his AFC Rushden & Diamonds squad’s fitness levels will be “a lot better for that” after they held Brackley Town to a 1-1 draw...
Snedker stays as Diamonds add three to their squad
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have confirmed three additions to their squad - including the crucial re-signing of goalkeeper Snedker.
All focus is on the opening day for Diamonds boss Burgess
Andy Burgess admits all eyes are now on August 6 for AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
YOUNG NORTHAMPTON TOWN XI DRAW WITH AFC RUSHDEN & DIAMONDS
A young Northampton Town XI took on AFC Rushden & Diamonds in a behind closed doors practice match at the club’s Moulton College training ground on...
Cancelling Cobblers friendly the right decision, says Diamonds boss Andy
Andy Burgess believes it was “the right decision” to cancel the friendly between AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Northampton Town tonight (Tuesday).
AFC RUSHDEN & DIAMONDS GAME POSTPONED
Due to the forecasted heatwave, Tuesday's pre-season fixture at AFC Rushden & Diamonds has been cancelled to ensure the welfare of fans, players...
Cobblers' friendly with AFC Rushden & Diamonds cancelled due to extreme heat
Temperatures are forecast to be well over 30 degree at the time of kick-off
AFC Rushden & Diamonds' friendly with Northampton cancelled due to extreme weather
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have confirmed their scheduled pre-season friendly with Northampton Town tomorrow (Tuesday) night has been cancelled.
PRE-SEASON: Poppies and Steelmen draw while Diamonds are on the spot
Kettering Town, AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Corby Town continued their preparations for the new season at the weekend.
'Loads and loads of work to do' for Diamonds boss Burgess
Andy Burgess insists he knows exactly what AFC Rushden & Diamonds need after a tough week in pre-season.
Diamonds slip to friendly loss at Stamford
AFC Rushden & Diamonds will be back in friendly action tomorrow (Tuesday) after they suffered a 5-3 defeat at Stamford on Saturday.
Tucker: A perfect building block
Tucker spoke to iFollow MK Dons, after he played his first game under Liam Manning, in a 4-0 victory over AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
All the FA draws here, Stamford AFC sign six, Wisbech manager quits
Stamford AFC have made six signings ahead of their first friendly of the summer against Rushden & Diamonds at the Zeeco Stadium on Saturday (3pm).
All the FA draws here, Stamford AFC sign four, Wisbech manager quits
Stamford AFC have made six signings ahead of their first friendly of the summer against Rushden & Diamonds at the Zeeco Stadium on Saturday (3pm).
Diamonds complete trio of new signings
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have confirmed their first new signings of the summer.
Kemp: An enjoyable night
the former West Ham youngster contributed to a 4-0 victory over Rushden & Diamonds, away at Hayden Road.
GOALS: AFC Rushden & Diamonds 0-4 MK Dons
All four goals from MK Dons' pre-season friendly with AFC Rushden & Diamonds at Hayden Road on Tuesday 6 July...
PRESS CONFERENCE: Dan Kemp discusses Rushden run-out
Midfielder Dan Kemp speaks to the media following MK Dons' 4-0 win over AFC Rushden & Diamonds in their opening pre-season friendly...
PRESS CONFERENCE: Chris Hogg on pre-season opener
Assistant Head Coach Chris Hogg reflects on the 4-0 victory over AFC Rushden & Diamonds and provides an update on pre-season preparations and...
Report: AFC Rushden & Diamonds 0-4 MK Dons
MK Dons kicked-off their pre-season campaign with a 4-0 victory over AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
Diamonds set for MK test as Burgess’ rebuild gathers pace
AFC Rushden & Diamonds are gearing up for their first home pre-season friendly of the summer tonight (Tuesday).
Preview: AFC Rushden & Diamonds
MK Dons kick-off their pre-season campaign on Tuesday night when they take on AFC Rushden & Diamonds at Hayden Road.
AFC Rushden & Diamonds tickets – book online for Tuesday's pre-season opener!
Tickets for Tuesday's pre-season opener with AFC Rushden & Diamonds are available to buy online through the home club.