So very sad, it really can happen to anyone. Look out for the signs, it really could be the difference between life and death. CALL 0808 2011677 FOR HELP.
MESSAGE TO ALL Premier league managers STOP MOANING you all have a top class academy in which you invest ££££, so put the young boys in. It’s not difficult is it.
So with 4 mins left my sons team is losing 4-3, he then gets pulled. No sulking as he ran off, high five with the player running on. It ends with a 5-4 win and nobody was as happy as him. Felt really proud of him. ⚽️⚽️
The FA is a joke, every (and I mean EVERY) non league team gets kicked out of any competition if they play a player not registered correctly. Absolute joke, but I can’t say I’m surprised. You guys keep looking after the big clubs, fuck grass roots football.
Everyone has to remember it’s football, take the decision and be thankful we are ALIVE because 1,000’s are dead. So get a grip and put life in to perspective please.
Football is a crazy sport, if you won today well done and enjoy, if you got a point today, be thankful (could have been worse). If you lost today, keep your head up, Tuesday or next Saturday will come round soon enough. Being a manager is fucking tough. Stay strong guys ⚽️⚽️⚽️
This message summed up what a fantastic young man we have lost, so so sad. I feel his family’s pain. Thinking of all his friends at
@almracing
too.
#RIP
my man.
Really excited about this challenge, had some other opportunities but this feels right and ticks a lot of boxes. A big thank you to Kempston for trusting me to help take the club forward.
With a heavy heart I resigned as Waders manager today.I’d like to thank the chairman for asking to help out over 2yrs ago,the players & the staff over that time. The support I’ve received from the green army has been fantastic,I have so much love & respect for you all.
#waders
💚
Non-league clubs announcing signings, I’m sorry but please have a day off FFS. There are no forms out so it’s either “committed” or “agreed terms” that alone has always stopped me going to press. Get a grip of what’s going on in the world and GET SOME PERSPECTIVE please
Absolutely delighted, amazing day. Delighted for the players, who were fantastic. The support we received was incredible, thank you all so very much. Long way to go
@AFCRD
fans, but let’s enjoy today. 💎💎💎
A lot of managers will be beating themselves up today, don’t do it. We all make mistakes, we all lose to better teams, there are more important things in life. Stay positive and believe in what you do. Enjoy your Sunday/rest up and go again. That’s what I’m doing.
📄 CLUB STATEMENT
AFC Rushden & Diamonds can confirm that Chris Nunn alongside his coaching team Matty Vernon, Jordan Williams & Mick Hunter have left the Club by mutual consent with immediate effect.
Full Statement below ⬇️
After almost 12 seasons I’ve taken the tough and very sad decision to call time as
@Biggleswade1874
manager after tomorrow v
@DorchTownFC
. Thank you Maurice (fantastic chairman) all players and committees members, to the supporters “I love you loads”.
#waders
💚
Attention ALL MANAGERS. I know it’s hard to play by the rules when a club is down, believe me I do get that. But please show a bit more class, a 7 day approach is the way it works. Thank you.
Been involved in football for many many years, the money being thrown around ATM is crazy. I’m not criticising anyone, its just a crazy time and I’ve not seen anything like it before.
Fuck me, non league football is full of so much shit. When you have a year out and come back to it, it’s crazy. Self promotion is the key, everyone thinks they should be managing at a higher level and every player deserves more money, but hey. I’m just enjoying the ride 🍾🍾
My daughter got the A-level grades to go to her uni preference. Everything sorted with Uni before 9am this morning. Never been prouder. I bet this doesn’t make the news though.
Never been prouder of a team than I was today. The
@AFCRD
boys were fantastic in every department, running on empty was an understatement. Well done lads 💎
A big thank you to all
@AFCRD
supporters for their support tonight, especially our number one fan Ellie. Gutted we didn’t get the win we deserved but delighted with the performance. 💎
What an unbelievable day with incredible people. So pleased for
@connorhall7
and the family that supported him through everything. Of course well done to
@OfficialPVFC
on promotion to league 1. 🍾🍾🍾
When I become manager
@Biggleswade1874
they were bottom and detached in a step 5 league with No ground and had 4 supporters in my first game. Players and managers come and go, that’s football. By working hard we will get the next set of wader legends through the door.
#waders
When appointed as
@AFCRD
manager, the main target was to get the books balanced and be on a pitch this season✔️Thanks for all the support we continue to receive, your support is appreciated and never taken for granted. The season will be a tough one but let’s enjoy it together💎
We are delighted to confirm that despite interest from elsewhere, manager
@ChrisNunn1972
has committed to the club for the new season. Here we have an exclusive interview with the Gaffer, with more interviews to follow shortly... 💎
Whatever happens me and my best mate are going to the
@Arsenal
next weekend with a chance of winning the league. I know it’s highly unlikely, but do you know what? I really don’t care, we are in with a shout and I’m delighted to be able to have this dream with him ❤️
Delighted to announce both
@mattvernoncoach
and
@jordiwilliams1
will be remaining part of the
@AFCRD
management team, I have been so impressed with both of them and I am delighted they have agreed to stay on. They will joining Mickey, Kyle and I as part of the off field team. 💎
For the first time in 15 yrs I start pre-season with a new club. Loved my time
@Biggleswade1874
and will always be grateful for the support I had there from the chairman down 💚. Today starts a new challenge for me and one I’m really looking forward to with
@Kempston_Rovers
❤️
Football is really hurting tonight, everything and I mean everything seems to be going against us. I know I speak for my management team when I say we are giving absolutely everything. The support today was fantastic, thank you so much 💎
My
@AFCRD
boys were fantastic today, I accept that
@RoystonTownFC
deserved their point. But I’m still so proud of our work rate to keep our unbeaten run going to 7 games, this is credit to our group. 💎
Today brings my first league game as
@Kempston_Rovers
manager, we take on a strong looking
@walthamabbeyfc
team. Let’s give everything we’ve got and see where the season takes us. But most importantly let’s enjoy the ride ❤️
Well that really hurt, it was men against boys 2nd half. A massive positive was the support we received from the
@AFCRD
supporters, it was incredible. In truth that was one of very few positives, however I know better times are around corner. 💎
Following the departure of Lee Allinson from Biggleswade Town FC the Club would like to thank Lee and wish him the best of luck for the future. We are pleased to announce Chris Nunn has been appointed Caretaker Manager of the Club.
There are a lot of clubs coming out with “he has committed to us for next season” I’m seeing the comments “I love this club, never been happier” in about 3 weeks They stop answering the managers call, in 4 weeks “sorry I had to move on, the money was just too good”😂😂😂
So it’s
@AFCRD
away to
@BedfordTown
today 3PM KO. No time to find my feet, we have to try and hit the ground running, a tough challenge awaits but one to embrace and tackle head on. 💎
First home game as
@AFCRD
manager today, really looking forward to the challenge, need as much support as possible please. As always be good to see some friends
@stivestownfc
💎
𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘 2️⃣4️⃣
🆚
@stivestownfc
(H)
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⏰ 15:00 KO
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Thank you to
@88rdu
@A_Raz9
& the
@AFCRD
board for giving me the opportunity to manage the club.Also a huge thank you to my management team, along with the supporters who have been nothing short of incredible in difficult circumstances.Time for a little rest, before we go again💎
Loved my time with
@Kempston_Rovers
, Andy and his team were fantastic to work for.
@ash_j_fuller
will be a huge success I wish them every success going forward. ❤️
Absolutely buzzing for
@connorhall7
, a privilege to manage the lad and filled with pride to see him become a football league player. Did everything the right way both on and off the pitch. Have a good night pal 🍺🍺🍺
Everyone
@Biggleswade1874
knew when
@connorhall7
was there he was playing well under the level he should have been. He was patient in his climb up the ladder. Now he is going to play at Wembley next week, if they win he will be in the football league & I couldn’t be prouder💚
When I took over the chairman wanted to get us to 40 our first target was achieved.Might not be very ambitious to some but you have to remember only 2 of our starting 11 today were with us end of Nov.The new boys deserve a huge amount of credit.
#waders
So we have 3 GK’s signed on and all are unavailable for the rest of the season, 2 got injured on Tuesday night. A massive THANK YOU to the
@SouthernLeague1
for NOT allowing us to sign a GK for the rest of the season. THANKS GUYS 😘your great 👍
No doubt about it,
@ilkestontown_fc
away is one of the tough ones. The boys are in good spirits and we will give it our all. Hope to see some of you
@AFCRD
supporters later 💎
So sad for this, the lad has been nothing but top draw since I came to the club. This is where we as a club need to show what we are about and look after him in this tough time. 💎
Sadly last night Ryan Hughes broke his leg during our friendly against Histon. He is due for surgery this morning, we will bring you updates as they come.
Get well soon
@RHughes_
, The club are all behind you 💎
A huge game for
@AFCRD
tomorrow, we really need the support of every Diamonds fan. It so important tomorrow, please bring a friend and cheer us on to a victory (🤞). It’s a 3PM KO, and we are at home. Your support will be really appreciated 💎
Really struggling after yesterday, a tough gig at the moment. The
@AFCRD
Boys kept fighting to the end to their credit. Without doubt the hardest job I’ve had in football. 💎
Without doubt I’m going to see some great people today
@Biggleswade1874
as I take my young
@Kempston_Rovers
side there. Going to feel strange for sure, but looking forward to the challenge and hopefully we will get something out of the game. 💚❤️
The support we received today from the
@AFCRD
supporters was incredible, thank you all so much. It really is appreciated and never taken for granted. 💎
Sissoko missed a sitter, FACT. Van Dijk is a top defender 100%, but all this crap yesterday. Non league defenders are showing forwards on their weaker foot week in week out. It’s good defending but a shit finish from a £30M player.
it’s been a very tough week,
@CRydeheard
is an exceptional coach and the players we have signed this week have all been so easy to deal with. Long way to go and it’s only one result, but we are alive and kicking, a big thank you to our incredible supporters today.
#waders
This is my last message on the subject,
@lee_allinson
is a friend of mine (hopefully for a long time) and has helped with some of our signings. He has moved on and I think it’s time everyone else did.
#waders
How can people find it fun to cause damage to football grounds? it happened to
@StNeotsTownFC
recently and this weekend it happened to
@PottonUnited
It’s volunteers left with trying to re-build it again. Please leave our football clubs alone.
The
@AFCRD
boys gave it a go, but full credit to
@ilkestontown_fc
they were the better team and deserved their victory. Once again our supporters were fantastic, thank you so much.💎💎💎