Bedford Takes the Helm at Sutton Athletic

As one chapter closes, another begins at Sutton Athletic — and the Premier Division side have moved swiftly to appoint a new man at the helm.

Following the recent resignation of Peter Nolan, the club have confirmed that Russell Bedford has been appointed as their new First Team Manager.

Bedford arrives with what the club describe as “a wealth of knowledge”, and there is clear excitement around the start of this new era. He will take charge immediately and will be in the dugout this evening, joined by his management team of Anthony Gradley, Conor Halsey and goalkeeper coach James Kenny.

The appointment comes just days after Nolan’s 18-month spell in charge came to an end. During his tenure, Sutton achieved their highest-ever league finish of 8th in 2024/25, spent four weeks at the top of the table earlier this season, and collected the Manager of the Month award for August. At the time of his departure, the Sutts remained firmly in the play-off picture in what has been another competitive Premier Division campaign.

Now, the focus shifts to Bedford and his team as they look to build on those foundations and guide Sutton through the remainder of the season.

A fresh voice. A fresh start. And no shortage of ambition in the Premier Division run-in.