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FROM BRINK OF ELIMINATION TO CHAMPION: JONES TAKES GLORY IN GILLINGHAM
Victor Jones It was a tournament of two halves for Victor Jones, as the Langton Green player won the FISTF English International Satellite event in Gillingham, Kent. Jones looked to be exiting at the group stage, after a goalless draw with Adam Wells and a 2-0 defeat against the improving Simon McMurray in his opening games. A scrappy 1-0 win over Terry Arnold gave some hope of qualification. It however took two late goals for McMurray to turn around a 2-1 deficit against We

ESA
Dec 223 min read


ESA English Championships 2025/26 – Round One Report
Bristol – Sunday 19th October 2025 The new ESA English Championships season flicked off in style this past Sunday, as Round One took place in Bristol. A superb field of 41 players assembled for a day of top-class Subbuteo action, featuring current English Champion Chris Short, reigning Youth Champion Jamie Warren, and a host of other domestic and international stars. From the first whistle, the group stages delivered excitement and drama in equal measure. Two thrilling 4–3 sc

Simon Bodily
Oct 213 min read


Goodman Triumphs in London to Claim the 2025 Chris Phillips Trophy
Event Winner Simon Goodman (Right) ESA Old School Circuit 2025/26 – Round One (London Subbuteo Club) The 2025/26 ESA Old School Circuit kicked off in fine style on Sunday 12th October 2025, with London Subbuteo Club hosting the opening round at La Pizzica Restaurant in Fulham, London. Sixteen players gathered for a day of classic Subbuteo action, good food, and warm camaraderie as they competed for the Chris Phillips Trophy, honouring the much-missed London and Surrey player

Simon Bodily
Oct 132 min read


England Ready for the 2025 European Championships in Malta
This weekend, the spotlight falls on Malta as the European Table Football Championships kick off on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st...

Simon Bodily
Sep 193 min read


The Wobbly Hobby Club League 2025
The Wobbly Hobby Club League, (the UK and Ireland Club League) is to be held at Flitwick Leisure Centre on 15th and 16th November, 2025. The event is hosted by the English Subbuteo Association. Contact: Alan Lee for more information and to register your team. Englishsubbuteoassociation@gmail.com The Venue Flitwick Leisure Centre Steppingley Road Flitwick Bedford MK45 1TH Getting There Nearest airport is London Luton Airport 23 min 15.8 miles by car By Train London St Pa

Simon Bodily
Aug 292 min read


WARREN RETAINS ESA ENGLISH CHAMPIONSHIPS YOUTH TITLE IN DRAMATIC FINISH
As the dust settled on the 2024/25 ESA English Championship season, it wasn’t just the senior players battling for glory. In the Youth...

Simon Bodily
Jul 172 min read


CHRIS SHORT CROWNED ESA ENGLISH CHAMPION AFTER PERFECT SEASON
After six gruelling rounds played across the country, the ESA English Championship reached its dramatic conclusion this past weekend at...

Simon Bodily
Jul 162 min read


ESA Old 2025/26 Calendar announced
FOLLOWING THE SUCCESS OF THE 2024/25 esa old school circuits, we have FINALISED A 7-ROUND new calendar FOR THE Next sEASON. PLEASE SEE THE POSTER. ONE NEW RULE: THE SWISS BIG BALL WILL NOT BE USED IN 2025/26. THE ORGANISING CLUBS WILL ISSUE INFORMATION ON ENTRY FEES NEARER THE TIME OF THE EVENTS. AT THE END OF THE CIRCUIT THROUGH A POINT SYSTEM, ON THE BASIS OF BEST 4 RESULTS, WE WILL CROWN THE 2025/26 CIRCUIT CHAMPION AND THE RUNNER UP. IN PARALLEL TO THE NATIONAL ESA CIRCU
Gianluca Zucchelli
Jul 151 min read


Cordell Wins TSPA English National Circuit Round 3 in Witherley, Leicestershire
Sunday 13th July 2025 – Parish Rooms, Witherley, Atherstone, Leicestershire Swiss Format | 16 Players | 10 Rounds Round 3 of the TSPA...

Simon Bodily
Jul 152 min read


Final Round Drama in Colchester as English Championship Season Closes
Left, Winner Chris Short and right, Runner-up Martin Hodds Saturday 12 July 2025 – The sixth and final round of the ESA English...

Simon Bodily
Jul 152 min read


Your England Squad for this September's Euro's in Malta
We are delighted to share our player selections for the forthcoming European Championships in Malta in September. These are based on the...

Simon Bodily
Jul 101 min read


Worthing Five Star Shine Bright at Chasers Team Event
This past Sunday, Chasers Subbuteo Club in Rainham, Essex played host to a fantastic day of team-based Subbuteo action, and what a day it...

Simon Bodily
Jul 82 min read


End of an Era – Farewell and Thank You to Andover Subbuteo Club
The English Subbuteo Association is deeply saddened to hear that the Andover Subbuteo Club will be closing its doors following the...

Simon Bodily
Jul 72 min read


Godiva Training Day Update
Godiva Training Day – A New Approach to Subbuteo Development! The ESA is proud to support this brilliant new initiative by Godiva...

Simon Bodily
Jul 73 min read


A Day for the Underdogs: The Leicester Foxes Nomination-Invitational Competition
Subbuteo has always meant different things to different people. For some, it's about silverware and rankings. For others, it’s about the...

Simon Bodily
Jul 14 min read


Opening the Doors: ESA and Local Clubs Join Forces to Welcome Every Subbuteo Player
The English Subbuteo Association (ESA) is proud to be working closely with local clubs across the country to create more inclusive,...

Simon Bodily
Jun 243 min read


English Subbuteo Old School National Circuit 2024/25: A Season to Remember
The curtain has come down on the 2024/25 English Subbuteo Old School National Circuit, and what a season it’s been. Across six fiercely...

Simon Bodily
Jun 193 min read


Kevin Cordell Triumphs in Kent: English Championships Round 5 Recap
Winner Kevin Cordell with Kent's Terry Arnold The fifth round of the ESA English Championships took place yesterday, hosted superbly by...

Simon Bodily
Jun 163 min read


The Legacy Lives On – ESA Masters 2025 Returns to Royal Tunbridge Wells
The English Subbuteo Association is proud to announce that this season’s ESA Masters will take place in the spiritual home of English...

Simon Bodily
Jun 112 min read


A Summer WASPA with Heart: Chesterfield Invites You to a Special Event
For many years, Chesterfield Subbuteo Club has been one of the true constants of the North Midlands Subbuteo scene, a club built on...

Simon Bodily
Jun 52 min read
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