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Rusthall FC vs Punjab United, SCEFL Premier Division, The Jockey Farm Stadium, Saturday 8th February 2025, 3:00pm Kick-Off
After a successful away outing against Rochester United in the SCEFL Challenge Cup where Punjab won 2-1 after a late goal from Alife Moynes. We now look forward to an away game in the Premier Division against 9th place side, Rusthall.
Rusthall themselves are coming away from a 2-0 win against Lydd Town with Jack Kirby scoring in the 15th minute and an own goal. They come into this game as the form team in the league with 5 wins in their last five games. However, their home record puts them 18th in the league.
In terms of goal scoring threat, striker Charlie Clover leads the way for the Rustics, scoring 17 goals in 25 games.
Manager Jimmy Anderson has also proved himself to be a formidable tactician, winning manager of the month back in October. It will be interesting to see what he can spring on inform Punjab United.
Here’s all the stats that Punjab fans need to know ahead of the game…
Team and Match Stats:
In their last meeting, Rusthall narrowly came out on top against Punjab United in a 2-1 game.
Punjab knocked Rusthall out of the FA Cup Preliminary Rounds back in August, winning 2-1 after a second-half goal by Hudson Scudder.
Rusthall and Punjab are currently tied on points when it comes to away performances (23).
Click below to watch Rusthall FC vs Punjab United Matchday Vlog.
Opposition:
Credit: SCEFL Website
The Rustics were founded in 1899, joining the Tunbridge Wells League. Success came early, with their first league title in 1905. The club dominated the 1920s and 1930s, winning multiple league titles and Kent Junior Cups.
Post-war struggles almost saw the club fold in the 1970s, but a revival began in the 1980s with new players and leadership. By 1984, they had won the Kent County League Division Two and secured Division One the following year.
Moving to Jockey Farm marked a turning point, with significant facility upgrades, including the Derek Seal Suite and the 125-seater Bob Woodhams Stand. The club now boasts three senior teams and 20 youth teams.
Recent years saw promotion to the SCEFL Premier Division, relegations, and a strong 6th-place finish in 2022/23. Despite a 19th-place finish in 2023/24, the Rustics are determined to bounce back stronger during the 2024/25 campaign. The club remains dedicated to their motto: “To Be the Best Football Club Possible.”
Getting There:
The journey from The Steve Cook Stadium to The Jockey Farm Stadium takes 56 minutes when travelling by car.
The Jockey Farm Stadium
Nellington Road
Rusthall
Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN4 8SH
Matchday & Ticketing Information:
Tickets for the game can only be purchased on gate and not in advance.
Ticket prices for the game are as follows:
Adults: £8
Concessions: £5
Under 16s: £2
Card payments are available across the stadium, including on the turnstiles and at any bars and catering facilities.
How to follow the game:
There will be live updates during the game on Punjab's’ Twitter / X page from Football Web Pages.
A post-match interview with the gaffer will also be posted on our YouTube channel and other social media platforms after the game.
We hope to see you there at The Jockey Farm Stadium.
Pride Passion Punjab
Written by Ben Brown and Sahib Khera
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