Sports Roundup, Oakham and Rutland News

Sports Roundup 

Football

Premier League: Leicester City secured their first win of the season, defeating Bournemouth 1-0 at home thanks to a goal from Buonanotte.

League One: Peterborough United edged out Stevenage 2-1, with Poku scoring a late winner.

FA Trophy: The Daniels were eliminated from the FA Trophy after a heavy 5-1 home defeat to Anstey Nomads.

Local Football: Oakham United suffered their third consecutive league defeat, losing 3-1 to Stanground Cardea Sports. Stamford Belvedere continued their impressive form with a 5-2 win over Peterborough Rangers.

Women's Football

League Cup: Stamford AFC advanced to the second round with a 5-2 victory over Long Eaton United.

Local Leagues: Oakham United and Deeping Rangers both recorded wins in their respective leagues.

Rugby

Premiership: Leicester Tigers maintained their strong start to the season with a 42-10 win over Newcastle Falcons.

Local Rugby: Bourne suffered a heavy defeat to Leicester Vipers, while Stamford 2nds secured a victory over Kettering.

And Finally...

In youth football, Blackstones defeated Skegness Town 5-1 in the Northants County Under 18’s Boys Cup.