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We are delighted to confirm the signing of goalkeeper Jake Sykes, who joins the Robins on a dual registration agreement with Skegness Town. Jake has been involved with the Robins throughout the season so far and now officially joins the squad, adding further depth and competition between the sticks. Manager Tris Whitman said: “Jake has joined the club on a dual registration agreement with Skegness Town, where he will continue to play, while also providing competition for Sam and pushing him in training throughout the week.” Everyone at Ilkeston Town would like to welcome Jake to the...

We have been drawn at home to Anstey Nomads in the Third Qualifying Round of the FA Trophy. The tie will take place on Saturday 26th September at the Microlise New Manor Ground, with the Robins looking to progress to the next round of the competition. The home tie also means the Robins will have two fixtures at the Microlise New Manor Ground in the space of three days, with Warrington Rylands visiting on Tuesday 29th September in the Northern Premier League. Ticket information for the FA Trophy tie will be announced in due course.

Two first half goals proved to be a killer blow as we fell to a 3-1 defeat at Workington AFC at the Fibrus Community Stadium. Conceding two in the first 10 minutes was always going to give the Robins a mountain to climb, although there was some positive football in the opening period. Anthony Dwyer did manage to pull one back just after the restart, but a penalty 10 minutes later sealed the deal for Workington. The opener came as a result of some intricate play from the reds four minutes in, with a series of passes resulting in Luke Hunter converting from close- range. Hunter then doubled...

It’s a return to Northern Premier League Premier action on Saturday for the Robins, as we make the trip up to West Cumbria to face Workington AFC at the Fibrus Community Stadium. It is a hugely important clash for Tris Whitman’s side, after a poor run of results has seen us fall towards the bottom end of the table. It was disappointment in the FA Cup last time out, as we fell to a 3-1 defeat away to Leamington, with Anthony Dwyer on target. Workington AFC was founded in 1921, after the original club unfortunately folded 10 years prior. They won promotion back to the NPL in 2022/23,...

We are delighted to confirm the signing of full back Sonnie Davis, who joins the Robins on loan from National League North side Bedford Town until October 10th. A product of the Southampton Academy, Davis has spent time out on loan with Chelmsford City and Eastleigh, gaining valuable experience at Steps 1 and 2. It was during his time with Eastleigh that he established a reputation as a solid right back in the National League, picking up multiple Man of the Match awards. Davis now joins Tris Whitman’s squad, bringing further defensive quality and an attacking threat from wide areas to the...

We are delighted to confirm the signing of midfielder Cherif Baba Yaya, who joins the Robins on a three-month loan deal from Premier League side Nottingham Forest. Yaya joined Forest in 2025 for an undisclosed fee following a successful spell with Portuguese side Rio Ave FC. A combative midfielder who thrives in physical duels, he adds further strength and energy to Tris Whitman’s squad. The midfielder spent part of last season on loan with Hereford in the National League North, gaining further experience of senior football. Manager Tris Whitman said: “Cherif is someone who brings...

It wasn’t to be in the FA Cup for the Robins, as we fell to a 3-1 defeat away to Leamington on Saturday afternoon. Two first half goals gave Tris Whitman’s men a mountain to climb, although they did manage to pull one back before the break through Anthony Dwyer. But despite pressure from Ilkeston, the Brakes ultimately sealed the victory with a third just after the hour mark. It only took six minutes for the hosts to break the deadlock, as Cameron Eubank fired a powerful effort past Sam Wilson from 20 yards out. The advantage was doubled just two minutes later, as Louie Rea slammed home...

It’s a break from league action on Saturday, as we visit Leamington in the FA Cup first qualifying round at the Co-op Community Stadium.  It was disappointment last time out for the Robins, where we succumbed to a 2-0 defeat at the Microlise New Manor Ground, but this contest provides an opportunity to get back to winning ways, and to kickstart a potentially memorable cup run.  The Brakes have had a difficult start to their Southern Premier Central Division campaign after being relegated from the National League North last season, picking up just five points from their opening season,...

We are delighted to confirm the arrival of William Grewal-Pollard, who joins the Robins on dual registration from Redditch United. The attacking left-back arrives at the Microlise New Manor Ground having started five of Redditch United’s opening six games of the season and will be available for selection for tomorrow’s Emirates FA Cup tie against Leamington. Grewal-Pollard is a product of the Derby County academy, where he progressed through the youth setup before signing a one-year professional contract with the Rams in 2021. Since leaving Derby County, the 24-year-old has gained...

Two second-half strikes were the difference as we fell to a 2-0 league defeat at the Microlise New Manor Ground against Quorn.  Neither side could get a foothold on the game in the first half, as both sides cancelled one another out.  However, it was mistakes and a lack of quality in the final third which would ultimately cost Ilkeston, as we were beaten in our final league fixture of the month. The Robins had a couple of early chances after just five minutes, as Ash Hunter attempted an audacious lob from distance which sailed over the bar, before Lewis Belgrave then saw a volley well...