Stansfeld FC (H) Match Preview

Punjab United vs Stansfeld FC, SCEFL Premier Division, The Steve Cook Stadium, Saturday 3rd January 2026, 3:00pm Kick-Off

Punjab wrapped up their 2025 campaign with a hard-fought 1–1 draw against fourth-placed Bearsted, showing real resilience against one of the league’s stronger sides. In a tightly contested encounter, Punjab were pushed right to the final moments before Will-Johnson Cole found the net in the dying embers, calmly converting to rescue a crucial point.

This draw marked Punjab’s third unbeaten game in a row and they now hope to extended this streak into the new year with a match against Stansfeld. With confidence building, Punjab will now look to carry this positive run into the new year when they face Stansfeld, hoping to extend their unbeaten streak and start 2026 on a strong note.

The programme for this afternoon's game can be seen below.

Punjab United Matchday Programme 2025_26 vs Stansfeld FC.pdf

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Our Opponents:

Stansfeld haven’t had the campaign they would have hoped so far as they find themselves sitting in the relegation zone, 2 points from safety. However they had a lot to be proud of as they rounded out the end of 2025 with a 3 game unbeaten streak which included a hard fought 4-4 draw against Corinthian.

In terms of individual talent Adam Wallis is Stansfeld's current target man, with 8 goals across all competitions including a goal against Punjab during our last encounter.

History:

Stansfeld, Oxford and Bermondsey Club was formed in 1897 by Dr John Stansfeld, an Oxford graduate who sought to provide positive opportunities for young people in Bermondsey and surrounding areas. What began as a social initiative grew into a long-standing sporting organisation, with its headquarters now based in Webb Street, Bermondsey, offering a wide range of sporting and social activities.

On the football side, the club currently fields several teams across different levels, including a first team in the SCEFL, reserve and development sides, and youth teams, reflecting its strong commitment to player development.

Stansfeld have enjoyed a rich and successful history within the Kent County League, winning multiple league titles across different divisions between the 1960s and 1990s, and regularly competing at the top end of the pyramid. The club joined the Southern Counties East League structure following league reorganisation and has remained a competitive force ever since.

Following a takeover of Eltham Palace in 2016, the club adopted the Stansfeld name in 2017 and has continued to progress steadily. Recent highlights include a top-four league finish curtailed by Covid, a first-ever FA Vase run to the Second Round Proper, and winning the SCEFL First Division title in 2021–22.

Now established at Step 5, Stansfeld achieved a top-half finish in their first season at this level. Under the guidance of manager Billy Shinners, the club looks forward to building further momentum as they continue their journey.

Getting There:

The nearest train station to Punjab United is Gravesend. You can then either get the bus which takes 30 minutes or get a taxi from the station which takes 11 minutes.

The Steve Cook Stadium

Dunkirk Close

Gravesend

Kent

DA12 5ND

Extra Information:

The Steve Cook Stadium will be opening at 1:30pm, with many products on offer from simple soft drinks to beers. The Punjab Cafe will also be open and offer food and drink.

In terms of disabled parking, it is crucial that anybody who requires it, contacts the Punjab team via email (punjabutdfc@gmail.com). Parking may be busy and can fill quickly, if you do decide to park around residential areas, please be mindful and respectful of residents.

Adults £8

Concessions £5

U16's Free

How to follow the game:

There will be live updates during the game on Punjab's’ Twitter / X page.

A post-match interview with the gaffer will also be posted on our YouTube channel and other social media platforms after the game.

All in all, this game will be a true fight between the two sides of the table, a win here would

be crucial for Punjab as they look to move more into playoff spots.

Punjab hopes to see you at The Steve Cook Stadium tomorrow! Happy new year, Punjab fans.

Written by Sahib Singh Khera