Team-mates told to find new clubs after on-pitch fightImage source, shutterstockImage caption, Bruno Andrade played in the English Football League for Stevenage as recently as 2022Published1 hour agoNon-league Rushden & Diamonds have told Bruno Andrade and Tyler Winters to look for other clubs after an on-pitch fight led to both being sent off.The two team-mates were shown red cards following the incident in the first half of Saturday’s 3-0 defeat by Loughborough Students.A club statement, external stated Andrade and Winters had been told they would not be picked again for the remainder of the Northern Premier League Midlands Division season and they are “free to pursue opportunities” elsewhere.
The statement continued: “The actions seen during the incident do not reflect the standards we expect of those representing AFC Rushden & Diamonds. As a fan-owned, community-driven club, we have a responsibility to uphold those standards and to act when they are not met.
“This decision has been made following internal review and in consultation with first team management, while also taking into account feedback from our supporters.
“We recognise that football is an emotional game, but incidents of this nature require a clear and considered response in order to protect the integrity and reputation of the club.”
