- #
- Name
- Joel Nketia
- Nationality
England- Position
- Midfielder
- Sponsor (Home)
- Jamie Horsman
- Sponsor (Away)
- Jamie Horsman
- Joined
- 09/06/2025
- Current Club
- Diamonds
- Previous Club(s)
- Hemel Hempstead Town, Newport Pagnell Town
- Leagues & Cups
- Northern Premier League - Midlands Division, Pre-Season, FA Cup, FA Trophy, Northants FA Hillier Senior Cup
- Age
- 20
09/06/25: We’re delighted to welcome Elliot Sandy’s 5th new signing to AFC Rushden & Diamonds, Joel Nketia! Joel is a hardworking, tough-tackling midfielder who also possesses the ability to play and create when on the ball. His versatility and commitment make him a fantastic addition to our squad. At a young age, Joel captained Newport Pagnell Town, which speaks volumes about his leadership qualities and character both on and off the pitch. Welcome to the team, Joel! We’re excited to see what the future holds. 💎
Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
| Season | Club | Goals | Yellow | Red | Team Sheet | Started | Subbed on | Subbed off | Bench | Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | Diamonds | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Total | - | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
Pre-Season
| Season | Club | Goals | Yellow | Red | Team Sheet | Started | Subbed on | Subbed off | Bench | Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Season 2025/26 | Diamonds | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
FA Cup
| Season | Club | Goals | Yellow | Red | Team Sheet | Started | Subbed on | Subbed off | Bench | Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | Diamonds | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
FA Trophy
| Season | Club | Goals | Yellow | Red | Team Sheet | Started | Subbed on | Subbed off | Bench | Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | Diamonds | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | - | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Northants FA Hillier Senior Cup
| Season | Club | Goals | Yellow | Red | Team Sheet | Started | Subbed on | Subbed off | Bench | Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | Diamonds | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Diamonds Total (League & Cup)
| Season | Goals | Yellow | Red | Team Sheet | Started | Subbed on | Subbed off | Bench | Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| Total | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
Result
 
(Second Round Qualifying)
3 - 4FA Trophy
2025/26
Pack Meadow Coleshill Town v AFC Rushden & DiamondsAttendance: 111 Captain: Joel Nketia
|
(7)
4 - 2Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Basford UnitedMatchday Sponsor: The Rust & Gaul Family Matchball Sponsor: TJD Home Improvements Ltd. Attendance: 355 Man of the Match: Olly Brown-Hill Captain: Joel Nketia
|
(First Round Qualifying)
0 - 2FA Trophy
2025/26
The JJ Mac Stadium Bourne Town v AFC Rushden & DiamondsAttendance: 502 Captain: Joel Nketia
|
(6)
3 - 0Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
2025/26
Marks Electrical Arena Anstey Nomads v AFC Rushden & DiamondsAttendance: 401 Man of the Match: Olly Brown-Hill Captain: Joel Nketia
|
(5)
0 - 1Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Corby TownMatchday Sponsor: Croyland Car Megastore Matchball Sponsor: TJD Home Improvements Ltd. Attendance: 781 Man of the Match: Joel Nketia Captain: Gary Mulligan
|
(4)
4 - 1Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
2025/26
Don Amott Arena Mickleover v AFC Rushden & DiamondsAttendance: 325 Captain: Gary Mulligan
|
(3)
1 - 0Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Bedworth UnitedMatchball Sponsor: TJD Home Improvements Ltd. Attendance: 317 Man of the Match: Lewis Elsom Captain: Gary Mulligan
|
(2)
1 - 1Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
2025/26
Nationwide Windows Arena Rugby Borough v AFC Rushden & DiamondsAttendance: 412 Man of the Match: Tejan Thomas Captain: Gary Mulligan
|
(1)
1 - 1Northern Premier League - Midlands Division
2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Shepshed DynamoMatchball Sponsor: TJD Home Improvements Ltd. Attendance: 394 Man of the Match: Tarik Dallas Captain: Jake Duffy
|
(Extra Preliminary Round)
0 - 1FA Cup
2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Grimsby BoroughMatchday Sponsor: NRG UK Group Attendance: 415 Captain: Jake Duffy
|
(Pre-Season)
0 - 2Pre-Season
Pre-Season 2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Harborough TownAttendance: 200
|
(FSA Brian Lomax Cup (Diamonds win 4-3 on penalties))
2 - 2Pre-Season
Pre-Season 2025/26
Queen Street Stadium Bilston Town v AFC Rushden & DiamondsCaptain: Jake Duffy
|
(Pre-Season)
1 - 2Pre-Season
Pre-Season 2025/26
FWD-IP Community Stadium Cambridge City v AFC Rushden & DiamondsAttendance: 194
|
(Pre-Season)
0 - 2Pre-Season
Pre-Season 2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v TakeleyAttendance: 124
|
(First Round)
0 - 3Northants FA Hillier Senior Cup
2025/26
Hayden Road Sports Ground AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Northampton ON ChenecksAttendance: 174 Captain: Jake Duffy
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(Pre-Season)
0 - 2Pre-Season
Pre-Season 2025/26
Seven Bespoke Joinery Stadium Blackstones v AFC Rushden & Diamonds |
