West Sussex County Times - Local Football Feed

From the back pages, May 20: England’s Stuart Broad and Jimmy Anderson ‘as good as I’ve seen’ – Cook

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:13:25 GMT

Alastair Cook’s first Test on home soil as England captain ended in a comfortable win, although it took an hour of supremely destructive fast bowling from Stuart Broad and James Anderson to lend the start of the Ashes summer something resembling a sense of decisive momentum. “We thought that would be a pretty tough chase,” Cook said after England’s 170-run victory. “We knew if we put the ball in the right areas we could cause damage. But there’s still a lot of nerves in there when you walk in in the morning.” (The Guardian)

From the back pages, May 19: It’s over to Roo, Moyes

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:15:38 GMT

ALEX FERGUSON happily washed his hands of the Wayne Rooney problem and told David Moyes: “You can deal with it now.” Fergie takes charge of his 1,500th and last game as Manchester United boss tomorrow — against West Brom — and once again Rooney will not take part after asking to leave. (The Sun)

From the back pages, May 18: Swing king James Anderson hits right notes to join the England chart toppers

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:53:27 GMT

At two minutes before 3 o’clock on a bitterly cold Lord’s afternoon, James Anderson looked down at the ball in his hand and stretched out into the rhythmical 15-pace run that has characterised the best years of his England career. Seconds later it had nestled in the hands of Graeme Swann at second slip, via Peter Fulton’s outside edge, giving Anderson his 300th Test wicket. (The Times)

From the back pages, May 17: David Beckham was one of best and most significant footballers of his generation

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:12:03 GMT

The most common reaction to news of David Beckham’s retirement this afternoon has been affected surprise because of a widespread belief that he actually retired several years ago – ha, ha – but such cynicism is unlikely to last too long. Strip away the celebrity circus that surrounded him and Beckham should be regarded as one of the best footballers this island has produced in the Premier League era, and certainly the most significant. (The Times)

Faygate Utd hope to toast Charter Status by joining the County League

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:13 GMT

Faygate United FC are eagerly waiting to find out if they will be accepted into the Sussex County League.

Billingshurst beat Clymping to lift the Vernon Wentworth Cup

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:09:18 GMT

Billingshurst FC brought the curtain down on their season by lifting the Vernon Wentworth Cup after a 4-1 win over Clymping in the Worthing final last night (Wednesday).

From the back pages, May 16: Ivanovic pounces in the 93RD MINUTE to snatch Europa League glory for Blues in Amsterdam

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:23:14 GMT

Branislav Ivanovic headed home from a corner in injury time to secure the Europa League for Chelsea in dramatic fashion after a 2-1 win over Benfica in Amsterdam. Fernando Torres earlier gave Chelsea the lead just before the hour mark when he brushed off Luisao and rounded goalkeeper Artur Moraes before tapping into the empty net to send the Blues travelling support into raptures. (Daily Mail)

From the back pages, May 15: Cup heroes Wigan relegated as Pod fires Gunners into fourth

Tue, 14 May 2013 21:34:02 GMT

WIGAN’S eight-year Premier League stay is over — just days after their greatest triumph. Roberto Martinez’s FA Cup heroes were dumped into the Championship by Arsenal who move back ahead of Tottenham in the race for Champions League qualification. (The Sun)

From the back pages, May 14: Mancini sacked! A year after winning the title City fire Italian boss with Kidd set to take charge of final two games

Mon, 13 May 2013 22:13:51 GMT

Roberto Mancini has been sacked by Manchester City a year to the day after lifting the Premier League title. The City bosses position was under threat ahead of the FA Cup final with Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini heavily linked with the position. (Daily Mail)

From the back pages, May 13: Fergie snubs latest Roo quit plea

Sun, 12 May 2013 21:31:12 GMT

ALEX FERGUSON has told Wayne Rooney to forget about quitting Manchester United after snubbing the striker’s latest transfer request. Rooney this week asked to quit Old Trafford for the second time in three years. But Fergie said: “We have refused it. I think he should go away and think about it again. “He wasn’t happy about being brought off in games this season. Wayne Rooney in top form wouldn’t be taken off.” (The Sun)

Billingshurst set up Vernon Wentworth final against Clymping

Sun, 12 May 2013 12:45:20 GMT

Billingshurst FC cruised into the final of the Vernon Wentworth Cup with a 6-2 win over Southwick Reserves at Jubilee Fields on Saturday.

From the back pages, May 12: Roberto Martinez given lift by FA Cup success

Sat, 11 May 2013 20:50:31 GMT

What a story. What a moment. What a fairytale for Wigan Athletic, the club who have gone from rags to riches and were determined, like Cinderella, to enjoy themselves before the clock strikes midnight and they are sent away from the big stage.

A stoppage-time goal from Ben Watson not only secured Wigan’s first FA Cup triumph but signalled the greatest moment in the history of a club that played non-league football until 1978. (The Times)

From the back pages, May 11: Darren Ferguson pledges his father will not interfere in the United team

Fri, 10 May 2013 21:37:16 GMT

Darren Ferguson has promised that his father, Sir Alex, will not interfere with the running of Manchester United when David Moyes takes over on 1 July. The club’s fans are aware of the problems that occurred when another legendary Scottish manager of the club, Matt Busby, handed over to Wilf McGuinness in 1969, only to return a year later when the team struggled. (The Guardian)

From the back pages, May 10: ‘It will be hard to follow the best manager ever’: David Moyes given huge six-year deal at Manchester United

Thu, 09 May 2013 21:20:58 GMT

Manchester United have confirmed the news that everyone already new - David Moyes will be the club’s new manager. A statement from the Premier League champions revealed that the current Everton boss has signed a six-year deal and will take the helm on 1 July. His first official match in charge will be the Community Shield against either Manchester City or Wigan at Wembley on August 11. (The Independent)

Youth football round up: Roffey U18s and Horsham U16s finish as runners-up

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:20:41 GMT

Roffey Under-18s ended a fantastic season by beating Selsey 5-1 to clinch second place in Division A of the Arun and Chichester League.

Dixie handed the perfect send off with Chesworth double

Thu, 09 May 2013 10:13:40 GMT

Chesworth Rovers Under-13s gave their manager Dean ‘Dixie’ Laker the perfect send off after 17 years in youth football by adding the cup to the Division A title already won.

From the back pages, May 9: Advantage Chelsea and Arsenal in race for Champions League as Tottenham’s 23-year winless streak at Stamford Bridge goes on

Wed, 08 May 2013 21:01:53 GMT

CHELSEA 2 TOTTENHAM 2: Spurs twice fought back from a goal down to earn a point against Chelsea and keep their top-four dreams alive... just. The home side took the lead after 11 minutes when Oscar headed on a Gary Cahill flick but Emmanuel Adebayor brought Spurs level 15 minutes later with a looping shot from 20 yards. Ramires scored what looked to be the winner just before the break when he latched on to a Fernando Torres through ball but Gylfi Sigurdsson finished off a delightful move 10 minutes from time to equalise for the visitors. (Daily Mail)

From the back pages, May 8 - Alex Ferguson special: David Moyes to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United manager

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:54:16 GMT

David Moyes will be named as the new manager of Manchester United in the next 24 hours. The Barclays Premier League champions have agreed to appoint the Everton manager as Sir Alex Ferguson’s replacement at Old Trafford. (The Times)

SLIDESHOW: Bank Holiday sports action in Horsham district

Wed, 08 May 2013 10:58:05 GMT

The County Times head of photographic Steve Cobb was out and about over the Bank Holiday capturing plenty of sports action.

Broadbridge Heath suffer cruel defeat to East Preston in RUR Charity Cup final

Tue, 07 May 2013 23:40:25 GMT

Only a highly contentious 83rd minute penalty denied Broadbridge Heath after a gutsy performance in the RUR Charity Cup final against Division One East Preston tonight (Tuesday).