Sussex non-league sides kick off National League South, Isthmian and SCFL campaigns

Worthing and Eastbourne Borough had to settle for draws as the new National League South began – while Horsham were unfortunate to taste defeat on...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Aug 9, 2025

New-look Eastbourne Borough head for Farnborough admitting squad needs more additions

Three months after one National League South promotion bid ended in disappointment, another one begins on Saturday for Eastbourne Borough.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Aug 7, 2025

Hashtag hold Sports: Eastbourne Borough’s pre-season campaign ends in draw

Eastbourne Borough concluded their pre-season campaign with a 2-2 draw against Hashtag United at The ReachTV Stadium.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Aug 6, 2025

69 photos as Eastbourne Borough host Hashtag United to wrap up pre-season

The friendlies are over – now for the real thing.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Aug 4, 2025

Dartford v Ebbsfleet United

The Darts play their final pre-season friendly at Princes Park this weekend against local rivals Ebbsfleet United. Adrian Pennock has already...
PUREDFC.CO.UK Aug 2, 2025

Eastbourne Borough owner Simon Leslie: We’re back – and this is the Borough you’ve been waiting for

There’s a buzz around Eastbourne – and it’s coming from the ReachTV Stadium.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Aug 1, 2025

Eastbourne Borough fans get final and free chance to see new-look Sports before season begins

Eastbourne Borough fans get a final – and free – chance to see their team in pre-season action tomorrow (August 2).
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Aug 1, 2025

Eastbourne Borough and their hardy fans enjoy the delights of Dulwich - this is proper non-league football

Finally, a win for the Sports. Matt Gray’s newly-fashioned Borough headed to Dulwich Hamlet on Tuesday night, and notched a 2-1 victory with an...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jul 30, 2025

In photos: Dulwich Hamlet narrowly lose to Eastbourne Borough in encouraging pre-season friendly, Tues 19th July 2025

A 800+ crowd took advantage of the free entry ticket price at Champion Hill last night to watch a highly competitive match between Dulwich Hamlet...
BRIXTONBUZZ.COM Jul 30, 2025

Faversham Town v Dartford

Dartford visit Southern Counties East champions Faversham Town on Tuesday night in their last away friendly ahead of the new campaign. The Darts...
PUREDFC.CO.UK Jul 29, 2025

56 photos from Eastbourne Borough's 2-2 friendly draw with Kingstonian

It finished 2-2 when Eastbourne Borough welcomed Kingstonian to town for their latest pre-season friendly,
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jul 27, 2025

Ex-Eastbourne Borough winger joins Horsham FC on loan from York City

York City winger Leone Gravata has joined Horsham FC on a season-long loan.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 26, 2025

'Looking to add four more' - Eastbourne Borough boss Gray is building - and unflustered by pre-season results

Games played: three. Goals for: one. Goals against: seven. Eastbourne Borough’s rebuild under new manager Matt Gray is no instant fix – but the...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 25, 2025

Oldham Athletic play-off winner’s signing is major coup for Eastbourne Borough

A Wembley winner in the ranks: Eastbourne Borough have pulled off a major coup with the signing of winger Jesurun Uchegbulam following his...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jul 24, 2025

Aldershot Town visit Eastbourne Borough for friendly - the match in 57 pictures

Tommy Widdrington was back at Priory Lane as he brought his Aldershot Town side to face Eastbourne Borough in a pre-season friendly.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Jul 24, 2025

Defeats don’t tell full story as Darts and Shots are fired at Eastbourne Borough

Part-way there. The re-shaping of Eastbourne Borough’s squad continued with two games in four days – and a search for goals.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 23, 2025

MATCH REPORT: Eastbourne Borough (Pre-Season)

It was a fourth pre-season win out of four for the Shots who, despite stepping up the quality of their Read more The post MATCH REPORT: Eastbourne...
THESHOTS.CO.UK Jul 22, 2025

Former Hull City, Worthing FC and Eastbourne Borough striker returns to Horsham FC

Former Worthing FC, Eastbourne Borough and Hull City striker Greg Luer has returned to Horsham FC.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jul 21, 2025

Herne Bay v Dartford

A summer trip to the north Kent coast to play Herne Bay will continue preparations for Dartford on Tuesday night. The Darts look forward to their...
PUREDFC.CO.UK Jul 21, 2025

57 photos from Eastbourne Borough's pre-season visit to Dartford

Dartford was the destination for Eastbourne Borough’s latest pre-season workout – and it was another useful exercise despite a 1-0 defeat.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jul 20, 2025

TICKET INFO: Eastbourne Borough (Pre-Season)

Tickets for the Shots’ trip to the ReachTV Stadium to take on Eastbourne Borough are pay on the gate only. Read more The post TICKET INFO:...
THESHOTS.CO.UK Jul 20, 2025

MATCH REPORT | DARTFORD 1 EASTBOURNE BOROUGH 0

A first-half strike by Samir Carruthers proved to be enough, as Dartford registered a first pre-season win against a physical Eastbourne Borough at...
DARTFORDFC.COM Jul 19, 2025

Gray making mark quickly as Eastbourne Borough gear up for new bid for glory

No two football managers are exactly alike. Their philosophy and tactics, their player-management, their relationship with supporters, and simply...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Jul 18, 2025

Dartford v Eastbourne Borough

Dartford continue their pre-season with another home friendly this weekend against National South side Eastbourne Borough. The Darts began...
PUREDFC.CO.UK Jul 16, 2025

33 photos as Eastbourne Borough kick off pre-season friendlies at Farnham Town

Eastbourne Borough began their programme of pre-season friendlies with a 3-1 defeat in sweltering conditions in Surrey.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 13, 2025

I’m out to fulfil a fairytale once again

Matt Gray reckons Eastbourne Borough are getting an upgrade on the manager who led Sutton United into the Football League. The post I’m out to...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Jul 12, 2025

Farnham is first stop as Eastbourne Borough’s next adventure begins

They’re out! All at Priory Lane – fans and officials – will be pouring eagerly over the freshly released National League fixtures, printed in full...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 11, 2025

Farnham is first stop as new Eastbourne Borough rollercoaster ride begins

They’re out! All at Priory Lane – fans and officials – will be pouring eagerly over the freshly released National League fixtures, revealed in full...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 11, 2025

Worthing, Eastbourne Borough and Horsham's National South 2025-26 fixtures revealed

Fans of Worthing, Eastbourne Borough and Horsham can all start to plan their itineraries for the next year after the 2025-26 National League...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 9, 2025

‘Huge Potential’ – Crystal Palace Starlet Excites Boss After Loan Move

Eastbourne Borough manager Matt Gray is delighted to have Crystal Palace talent Victor Akinwale, who he says has 'huge potential'. The post ‘Huge...
INSIDEFUTBOL.COM Jul 5, 2025

‘I think we’ll need a few more!’ – Gray plans six or seven more Eastbourne Borough signings

New Eastbourne Borough manager Matt Gray expects to make another six or seven signings as he continues to plot a successful season for the Sports.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 4, 2025

Stagecoach South East renews sponsorship with Eastbourne Borough FC for 2025/26 season

Eastbourne Borough Football Club is delighted to announce the continuation of its successful partnership with Stagecoach South East, who will...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Jul 2, 2025

‘Always have a place in my heart’ – Forest Green Rovers complete move for Eastbourne Borough winger

Eastbourne Borough have announced that Yahya Bamba has joined Forest Green Rovers for an undisclosed fee.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jun 27, 2025

Former AFC Wimbledon, Crawley Town and Woking goalkeeper joins coaching staff at Eastbourne Borough

Eastbourne Borough have welcomed ex-AFC Wimbledon, Crawley Town and Woking stopper Andy Little as the club’s new goalkeeper coach.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jun 25, 2025

Former Sheffield Wednesday winger and Forest Green Rovers keeper join Eastbourne Borough

Eastbourne Borough have made two new signings.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jun 22, 2025

'Exciting' attacker secures contract following Sheffield Wednesday exit

Sheffield Wednesday attacker, Joey Phuthi, will join Eastbourne Borough when his Owls contract comes to an end this month.
THE STAR Jun 21, 2025

Eastmond named Eastbourne Borough captain - and Trusty joins too

Eastbourne Borough have signed experienced midfielder Craig Eastmond – and made him club captain.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jun 18, 2025

Wealdstone bring in winger Hassan

Wealdstone have signed winger Sak Hassan. The Netherlands-born 24-year-old, a Somalia international, arrives from Isthmian League Premier Division...
WEST LONDON SPORT Jun 16, 2025

Why Widdrington is coming back to Eastbourne Borough

Eastbourne Borough’s pre-season plans are taking shape – and they include the welcome return of a familiar face at Priory Lane.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jun 12, 2025

Walsall Sign Eastbourne Borough Defender Courtney Clarke on Two-Year Deal

Walsall have confirmed the signing of Eastbourne Borough defender Courtney Clarke, who has joined the club on a two-year deal that includes an...
BESCOTBANTER Jun 9, 2025

Courtney Clarke 'Thankful' After Signing for the Saddlers

Following the news that he'd become the Saddlers' first signing of the summer, Courtney Clarke has spoken of his desire to make the most of the...
BESCOTBANTER Jun 9, 2025

To Torquay and Totton – but not Truro: Eastbourne Borough study their 25-26 road map

When Eastbourne Borough climb aboard the team coach in August for their first away fixture, one thought might just be in their minds. It might have...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jun 7, 2025

Close season? There’s not really any such thing in football – ask Eastbourne Borough chief Williams

All change? Or business as usual? After a cliffhanger of a fortnight at Eastbourne Borough, Priory Lane has been settling back into routine.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Jun 5, 2025

Sixth pre-season fixture confirmed!

We can now confirm our sixth pre-season fixture with the Shots travelling to Eastbourne Borough on Tuesday, 22nd July, with Read more The post...
THESHOTS.CO.UK Jun 3, 2025

Plenty out – but plenty in: Eastbourne Borough is changing shape quickly

A reshaped Eastbourne Borough will begin their new National South campaign in August with fewer than half of last season’s playing squad retained.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT May 29, 2025

KENSDALE AND GALVIN FLY UP WITH THE BEES

NON-LEAGUE duo Ollie Kensdale and Ryan Galvin have expressed their excitement at making moves into the EFL with new boys Barnet. Centre-back...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM May 24, 2025

I LOVE WINNING PROMOTIONS – BUT HELPING PEOPLE IS BETTER

By MATT BADCOCK PLENTY TO PONDER: Adam Murrary and in his playing days for Derby County, inset below PICTURE: Lydia Redman SO CLOSE: Adam Murray...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM May 24, 2025

WATCH Boss who got Sutton United into Football League is new Eastbourne Borough manager

Eastbourne Borough FC have announced the appointment of their new first-team head coach in former Sutton United manager Matt Gray.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK May 23, 2025

Gray Day For Sports As Matt Takes Charge At Eastbourne

National League champion Matt Gray is the new manager of Eastbourne Borough.
THENATIONALLEAGUE.ORG.UK May 23, 2025

Boss who got Sutton United into Football League is new Eastbourne Borough manager

Eastbourne Borough FC have unveiled Matt Gray as their new first team manager.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 23, 2025

Four trophies in one season are just the start for Eastbourne Borough Women

Eastbourne Borough Women have done the quadruple – and boss Chris Day couldn’t be prouder.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 23, 2025

Eastbourne Borough FC close to naming new manager

Eastbourne Borough are thought to be close to appointing a new manager after the surprise departure of Adam Murray.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 22, 2025

Success, energy, vibrancy – Adam Murray brought it all to Eastbourne Borough

It was all too short, but goodness, it was fun while it lasted. Adam Murray has departed Eastbourne Borough – leaving behind a club twice as...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK May 21, 2025

Kidderminster Harriers appoint Adam Murray as new boss after Eastbourne Borough exit

Kidderminster Harriers have confirmed Adam Murray as their new manager following his departure from Eastbourne Borough, as they look to bounce back...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM May 20, 2025

Murray lands Kidderminster Harriers job days after leaving Eastbourne Borough

Adam Murray has been announced as Kidderminster Harriers new manager – just a few days after leaving Eastbourne Borough.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 20, 2025

Blackburn Rovers-linked former Barnsley FC and West Bromwich Albion coach leaves manager role

Former Barnsley coach Adam Murray has left his role as manager of non-league outfit Eastbourne Borough.
YORKSHIRE POST May 17, 2025

Eastbourne Announce Manager Murray Will Be Leaving

Adam Murray and Eastbourne Borough have parted company tonight, it has been announced.
THENATIONALLEAGUE.ORG.UK May 16, 2025

Shock as boss Murray leaves Eastbourne Borough FC

Adam Murray has left Eastbourne Borough FC.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT May 16, 2025

Eastbourne Borough's season ends with thoughts of 'if only' - but what a ride it was

How do you measure success? It depends on your plans, targets and ambitions. For Simon Leslie’s Borough, the only acceptable way is up. A football...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK May 16, 2025

‘We still have the spark. The belief. The will to build it again’ – Eastbourne Borough owner’s promise

Simon Leslie reflected on Eastbourne Borough’s National South title and promotion near-miss and declared: We’re already preparing for another go.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT May 16, 2025

Dudzinski Signs for 25/26

Havant and Waterlooville Football Club is delighted to announce that Ben Dudzinski has put pen to paper on a new deal to keep him with the Hawks!...
HAVANTANDWATERLOOVILLEFC.CO.UK May 13, 2025

Elokobi In Awe Of His ‘Winners’ As The Final Approaches

Maidstone United’s play-off victory at Eastbourne Borough reduced George Elokobi to tears - and he’ll happily be an emotional wreck if they get the...
THENATIONALLEAGUE.ORG.UK May 10, 2025

Disbelief as well as disappointment – for Eastbourne Borough really didn’t expect play-off dream to be dashed by Maidstone

Disappointment, and probably a sense of disbelief. Eastbourne Borough – players, management and supporters – are still coming to terms with their...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 9, 2025

Eastbourne Borough owner: We move forward together with belief, pride and excitement

Simon Leslie has spoken of his disappointment at Eastbourne Borough missing out on promotion – but has vowed: The journey is far from over.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT May 8, 2025

Great sport can be a cruel mistress – as Eastbourne Borough now know

Nine months, forty-six games. Hundreds of hours on the training pitch and thousands of miles on the road. But after an epic campaign that was by...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 7, 2025

79 pictures from Eastbourne Borough's day of heartbreak - as Maidstone end their promotion dream

It began with high excitement and not a little expectation – but the day ended in defeat and disappointment as Eastbourne Borough were beaten by...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 5, 2025

Wood to face Maidstone United in home promotion final!

The Wood will welcome Maidstone United to the Mangata Pay UK Stadium Meadow Park for the Vanarama National League South Play-off Final on Sunday 18...
BOREHAM WOOD FC - OFFICIAL SITE May 4, 2025

Devastated Eastbourne Borough lose 2-1 to Maidstone in National South play-off final - and promotion dream is over

Eastbourne Borough’s dream of promotion to the top division of non-league football is over – in cruel fashion.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK May 4, 2025

LIVE UPDATES: Eastbourne Borough losing 2-1 to Maidstone in National South play-off final

Eastbourne Borough began the afternoon standing two home wins from promotion to the National League Premier.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 4, 2025

LIVE UPDATES: Eastbourne Borough level at 1-1 with Maidstone in National South play-off final

Eastbourne Borough began the afternoon standing two home wins from promotion to the National League Premier.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK May 4, 2025

LIVE UPDATES: Eastbourne Borough trail 1-0 to Maidstone in National South play-off final

Eastbourne Borough began the afternoon standing two home wins from promotion to the National League Premier.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT May 4, 2025

LIVE UPDATES: Eastbourne Borough bid for National South play-off final

Eastbourne Borough begin the afternoon standing two home wins from promotion to the National League Premier.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT May 4, 2025

Eastbourne Borough ready for Maidstone match-up as play-off race hots up

A National South showdown at a sold-out Priory Lane: and two clubs in great form and striving for promotion: what a day Sunday should be.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK May 2, 2025

Eastbourne Borough blow away Weston-super-Mare to open up favourable National South play-off route

Three goals, and it might have been double: Eastbourne Borough secured third place in the final National South table, and a favourable play-off...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Apr 27, 2025

77 photos as Eastbourne Borough beat Weston to clinch home play-off semi-final

It was another comfortable home win for Eastbourne Borough – but it was not enough to see them make a last-day steal of the National South title.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Apr 27, 2025

HORSHAM FC ARE ISTHMIAN CHAMPIONS ... but Eastbourne Borough and Worthing miss National South title

Horsham are champions of the Isthmian Premier Division – by ONE GOAL – after the most dramatic final round of games imaginable. But Eastbourne...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Apr 26, 2025

Eastbourne Borough and Worthing miss National South title, Horsham go for Isthmian Premier crown, Chichester City miss play-off spot

It was Super Sussex Saturday as far as non-league football goes – as Eastbourne Borough and Worthing started the afternoon each with a chance of...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Apr 26, 2025

LIVE Eastbourne Borough and Worthing bid for National South title, Horsham go for Isthmian Premier title, Chichester City try for play-off spot

It’s Super Sussex Saturday as far as non-league football goes – as Eastbourne Borough and Worthing start the afternoon each with a chance of...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Apr 26, 2025

Sussex non-league football's biggest day - Eastbourne Borough, Worthing, Horsham and Chichester reach for stars

Saturday is d-day for three Sussex non-league teams bidding to win their respective leagues, one aiming for a remarkable entry into their...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Apr 25, 2025

Eastbourne Borough owner Simon Leslie: Let’s make history together this weekend

What a season. What a ride. And now, it all comes down to one final game. Eastbourne Borough need you.
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Apr 25, 2025

Murray says Eastbourne Borough are refreshed for one last big title push

Nine months, 5,000 miles on the road, 45 National South fixtures completed – and just one more league game left. Eastbourne Borough’s phenomenal...
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Apr 25, 2025

Sussex rivals on a win and a prayer as SIX teams can win title on last day

Worthing and Eastbourne Borough can still win Vanarama National League south on the final day
THE ARGUS Apr 24, 2025

Klassy moment gives Eastbourne Borough vital victory at Salisbury

Never mind the quality – feel the passion, the sweaty commitment and the common cause. Eastbourne Borough’s Easter programme was rounded off with a...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Apr 23, 2025

Young Robins win first County Cup in 23 years to keep the Hassocks trophy train rolling

The Robins train keeps rolling. For the first time since 2002, Hassocks Under 18s lifted the Sussex Dennis Probee Youth Cup by defeating Eastbourne...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Apr 23, 2025

59 photos from Eastbourne Borough win at Salisbury that's put them in final-day drama in National South title race

If anyone thought the excitement levels in the National South title race couldn’t possibly last until the final day, they reckoned without the...
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Apr 23, 2025

Match Report: Salisbury 0 – 1 Eastbourne Borough

Eastbourne ensured that Salisbury will head into the final Saturday of the Vanarama National League season only just outside of the relegation...
SALISBURY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 21, 2025
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