TWO Baller League stars have been released from their non-league club after fighting each other in a game against STUDENTS.
Tyler Winters and Bruno Andrade have both been featuring for Northamptonshire-based non-league side AFC Rushden and Diamonds this season.
But they won’t be featuring any more.
The two attackers were involved in an on-pitch altercation with each other, in a game at the weekend against Loughborough University students.
Rushden and Diamonds released a statement confirming their release this morning.
It read: “AFC Rushden & Diamonds can confirm that, following an on-field altercation during yesterday’s fixture against Loughborough Students.
“The Club has informed both Bruno Andrade and Tyler Winters that they will not be selected for the remainder of the 2025/26 season and are free to pursue opportunities with other clubs.
“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.
“We would like to place on record our thanks to both players for their efforts this season and recognise the contribution they have made to the Club’s performances.
“However, on this occasion, the issue extends beyond on-pitch contribution.
“This decision has been made following internal review and in consultation with First Team Management, while also taking into account feedback from our supporters.
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“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.
“The Club will be making no further comment at this time.”
The two players were both sent off in the first half, with R&D going on to lose the game 3-0.
Portuguese midfielder Andrade has EFL experience under his belt, including playing for QPR, Wycombe Wanderers, Stevenage, Lincoln City and Salford City.
He added on X: “I want thank everyone from the bottom of my heart to everyone associated with the club from top to bottom for everything.
“Especially the fans that took me in and made me feel at home. The support and love was always acknowledged. I’m grateful. Sorry it’s ended this way,”
Winters also released the following statement on X.
Winters, on the other hand, is one of the star players in Sky Sports’ Baller League and established himself as a brilliant striker in the 6-a-side format.
The pair aren’t the only Baller League players to find themselves in a bit of trouble with their non-league clubs this season.
Last week, Wealdstone FC winger Sak Hassan was released for playing with KSI’s Baller League side Prime FC without having any conversation with the club or his manager.
