With the season fast approaching and the all-inclusive holidays now out of the way, the AFCMB Bullets made the short trip to Ashby Ivanhoe Crusaders for a well-contested pre-season friendly. After a few weeks without a game, both sides started brightly, moving the ball well and producing an entertaining end-to-end contest. Ashby took the lead from a well-delivered free kick, with the AFCMB defence waiting for an offside flag that never came. A deflection off an AFCMB defender

Representatives from AFC Market Bosworth attended the Leicestershire & Rutland County FA Recognition Awards 2026 at the Athena in Leicester, and we’re still incredibly proud of what was a truly unforgettable evening. To be recognised as Club of the Year is an honour that means so much to everyone connected with our club. While the trophy may have been presented on the night, this award belongs to every volunteer, coach, player, parent, guardian and supporter who gives their t

On Sunday 21st June, we hosted our first tournament in which eight girls teams of similar experience or level were invited to take part. This was a bit of a test event for the club to trial the format and process at our venue in Newbold Verdon. Throughout the morning, we saw a relaxed but fun event for the girls with lots of enthusiasm and fantastic football. All coaches and parents supporting and cheering from the sideline, it was great to see the girls having a great time o

On Sunday 14th June, we gathered at Alans Way for our annual Presentation Day – a chance to pause, reflect and celebrate another incredible season for AFC Market Bosworth. From first kicks to cup runs, league battles to lifelong friendships, every team has created memories to be proud of. Our Presentation Day is about more than just trophies; it’s about recognising the commitment, teamwork and passion shown by every player, coach, volunteer and supporter who makes our club so

The final game of the season with the Belles needing a win to finish a very respectable 4th place. The Belles were without the injured Evie and Lols, with Caitlin and Ava S also being away. However we still had a squad of 16 players, as vice captain Monica took the armband in Caitlin's absence. The Belles started on the front foot which saw them take an early lead. The pacey Oliwia drove out wide with the ball and sent a cross into Elcie, who stroked the ball into the corner.

Ahead of the beginning of tournament football, the Blazers matched up against Nuneaton Borough for a Leicestershire v Warwickshire friendly clash. With end to end football with brilliant goalkeeping and defending keeping the goalscorers out. Working the triangles and the angles for a shot, the Blazers had periods of lovely passing plays. Goalscorer: Levi View from the dugout: A tough game for both sides particularly in the heat. Pleased with how the boys continued to work har

Under the sunshine at Newbold and the Belles without a few players due to injuries and unavailability. We knew it was going to be a tough game, however we still had a strong squad of 12, with Starlah playing her first game for the Belles. A shuffle in the starting line up, saw Monica partner Darcy at centre back and Ava S starting at right back. The game started quickly for the Belles as the pacey Eliza slammed a shot against the cross bar but she did the opening goal. Oliwia

We intentionally played a team who were in a harder league/above us in level and as a TEAM for the majority of the game we matched their pace, intensity, strength and all round ability and the coaches today were immensely proud of them ALL on what was a HOT day! From excellent saves in goal, to a trio in defence who worked as their own mini team to remove the danger, to the wingers who ran the line to attack and defend and the ‘pivots’ in centre mid who were tasked with makin

The Blazers have no match day this week, so we are focusing on training for our report this week. In this week’s training session, as well as plenty of time spent in match situations, the focus was on finishing and defending. With the finishing on show from the coaches not being as top tier as the kids efforts! Over the season, we have seen brilliant footy skills on show from all of the kids who have joined us each week. They always bring lots of energy and enthusiasm to tra

The Belles travelled to CHESS as the rain poured just before kick off. The Belles were missing Lola C, Evie, Ava H, Ava S, Iris, Scarlet and Ava L. Despite this we still had a squad of 12 as Lois and Sydney were available. The game started and it was clear that the pitch condition was going to scupper any flowing football. However the Belles made a great start which nearly saw the opening goal. Elcie saw her shot saved by the goalkeeper then not long after Oliwia also had a s

The Roses travelled to Sileby nice and early for what was their final game of the season. The Roses were without Sophie, Kayleigh, Lauren and Lyla however Lyla was able to watch and support the team. The game got underway on a narrow pitch and it was pleasing to see the girls still trying to play football. The Roses took a 2 goal lead with both goals coming from Chloe G, the first goal she made a strong run down the left hand side and finish high into the roof of the net and

This game and the weather had it all. A friendly match up between the Blazers and the Bullets took place at Dixie in the sunshine and the rain! Two sides who pride themselves on their next passing plays and putting on the pressure from the front to win the ball back. In both halves, both sides had periods where they showed how much progress they have made throughout the season. View from the dugout: A good test for the boys and I was delighted with how they stood up to the ta

Sonics made it just before the rain hit in! All children rotated and some into a few positions. The challenge to the Sonics today was simple, take a touch, head up drive when appropriate and release the ball to team mates to keep playing football, no long balls! The Sonics settled after the first 15 minutes and started to relax playing between them selves, Max T scored a great powerful goal, James with 4 goals and Tom with 2 and one on the score sheet for Max W! As the Sonics

The Belles travelled to Kibworth having played each other the week before, which ended in an entertaining 1-1 draw. There was no Ava S, Ava H and also Evie who is still injured. But had Lois available as she started at left back. Lola C returned at right back, with Eliza pushing to left midfield. The game started well for the Belles, with Oliwia looking dangerous on the right. She fired in a brilliant cross which was headed against the cross bar by Scarlet. However, Elcie pou

With three new players debuting with the team today and an uphill run for the first half of the match, the game could have gone either way. The boys settled well as a team and to a lad played for each other. Ethan opened up the scoring with some fantastic foot work followed up by a long range goal. He added to his tally later in the game with a lone run from the half way line to get his second of the game. Long range goals also came via George, who lobbed the keeper, Jude who

The final fixture of the U13s chapter saw AFC take on a strong St Nicholas Swifts side, known for moving the ball with confidence and composure. It proved to be a competitive and hard-fought encounter from start to finish. AFC were slow out of the blocks and struggled to find their rhythm early on, which allowed Swifts to capitalise and take the lead. As the first half progressed, however, AFC began to grow into the game, showing more intent and energy. Their efforts paid off

The Roses were up against GNG for the third time this season, previous meetings were a 1-1 draw in a friendly and a 2-1 win at Rushey Fields in the league. This league game promised to be a tight affair based on that. The Roses welcomed back Sophie and Lyla but were without Lauren and Tilly for this match. After a good warm up and team talk, the Roses were ready to go at Ravenstone. We worked on a new formation, which would give us lots of bodies forward in attacking areas. W

After a slight hiccup where one half of the pitch was a rounders field. The coaches were initially left ‘stumped’ but with cones down to mark out the lines the game went ahead. Both teams put in a great ‘innings’, every player ‘fielding’ an impressive performance. With plenty of ‘swings’ at the ball in which all ‘bases’ were covered, with plenty of brilliant passing, and great defending. In defence for both sides ‘no ball’ went a miss with tidy marking, tackling and clearing

Strong opposition today and a hard first half, at half time we said reset the clock and what a reset it was. The passing between players, the confidence to make the crosses, the intensity levels and the skills on display were a credit to every single player. Thomas was causing the defence to be on guard with great movement, Louie working to make each ball with strong feet and direct it to team mates, Freddie having a great work rate throughout the game to attack the ball, Dav

Last time out lost 4-0, this time round, the same scoreline, the only difference was the weather. The Roses were without Lyla, Sophie and Lauren with Caris deputising in goal and we welcomed back both Chloe’s. A change of formation which in possession seemed to work well as at times we really used the ball in a positive way, it was great to see our passing game flourish in tight spaces. Despite us creating a few half chances, Whetstone took the lead capitalising on a mistake