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...
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.
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.
69 photos as Eastbourne Borough host Hashtag United to wrap up pre-season
The friendlies are over – now for the real thing.
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...
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.
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).
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...
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...
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...
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,
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.
'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...
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...
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.
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.
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
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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.
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...
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.
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
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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...
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...
Dartford v Eastbourne Borough
Dartford continue their pre-season with another home friendly this weekend against National South side Eastbourne Borough. The Darts began...
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.
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.
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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...
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...
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...
‘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'.
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‘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.
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...
‘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.
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.
Former Sheffield Wednesday winger and Forest Green Rovers keeper join Eastbourne Borough
Eastbourne Borough have made two new signings.
'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.
Eastmond named Eastbourne Borough captain - and Trusty joins too
Eastbourne Borough have signed experienced midfielder Craig Eastmond – and made him club captain.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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
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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.
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...
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...
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.
Gray Day For Sports As Matt Takes Charge At Eastbourne
National League champion Matt Gray is the new manager of Eastbourne Borough.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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...
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.
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.
Eastbourne Announce Manager Murray Will Be Leaving
Adam Murray and Eastbourne Borough have parted company tonight, it has been announced.
Shock as boss Murray leaves Eastbourne Borough FC
Adam Murray has left Eastbourne Borough FC.
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...
‘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.
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!...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
