Stansfeld FC (H) Match Preview

Punjab United vs Stansfeld FC, SCEFL Premier Division, The Steve Cook Stadium, Tuesday 21st April 2026, 7:45pm Kick-Off

Punjab United are at home this evening against Stansfeld FC after a heartbreaking 2-0 defeat in the Kent Senior Trophy Final against Whitstable at the Gallagher Stadium. However, Punjab will need to move on quickly with three league games in five days and the chance to cement their place in the playoffs.

Punjab's opponents Stansfeld have already been relegated. However, they have everything to fight for and in recent games picked up results against teams such as Rusthall and Kennington.

Punjab have a lot to play for in this game as with a win, it could put Punjab in the playoffs and put them in firm position to end up in that position come the end of the season.

The programme for this evening's game can be seen below:

Punjab United Matchday Programme vs Stansfeld FC.pdf

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Our Opponents:

This is the second time that Punjab have played Stansfeld this season. In the first game, depsite Punjab going 2-0 up, Stansfeld came back to score five. Punjab will be wanting to seek revenge after the previous result.

Despite Stansfeld being relegated, in their last three games they have picked up two draws against Bearsted and Kennington, and a 1-0 win away against Rusthall FC.

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 6:30pm, 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.

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.

Written by Ben Brown