National League South

Bluebirds’ dreams are still alive

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
22 March 2026

By Sam Michaels

CHIPPENHAM TOWN 5
EASTBOURNE BORO 2
CHIPPENHAM TOWN secured their biggest win of the season to keep their escape bid on course while dealing a big blow to Eastbourne Borough’s survival chances.
The visitors started well, but it was the hosts who went in front on 20 minutes. Rashawn Scott found space in the middle and he played in Billy Phillips down the right, and his first-time strike eventually found its way into the far corner.
Things got even better for Chippenham when they were awarded a penalty on 39 minutes. Jake Evans had his spot-kick saved by Rohan Luth...

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