Burgess Hill Town vs Folkestone Invicta Match Recap - Oct 25, 2025

Folkestone Invicta Overwhelm Burgess Hill Town in FA Trophy Clash, 4-1

In a resounding display of dominance, Folkestone Invicta cruised to a 4-1 victory over Burgess Hill Town in the first round of the FA Trophy on October 25, 2025. While my pre-match analysis suggested an evenly contested affair, it was evident from the opening whistle that Invicta's attacking prowess and unshakeable confidence would leave the Hillians with little room for hope.

The match kicked off with an early flourish from Folkestone, who struck within the first two minutes. A swift attack culminated in the visitors finding the net, setting the tone for a dominant performance. Just 13 minutes later, the scoreline ballooned to 2-0, as Invicta continued to methodically dismantle Burgess Hill's defenses, exploiting gaps with unsettling ease.

Burgess Hill Town, riding the momentum from recent draws and a couple of crucial wins, appeared to struggle for answers early on. They eventually found a glimmer of hope in the 39th minute when they managed to pull one back, creating a momentary buzz among the home crowd-a crowd that had come buzzing with anticipation for a cup upset after their previous near-miss against the same opponent.

However, this brief revival was short-lived, as Folkestone struck again just before the final whistle. With a goal in the 90th minute, Invicta further solidified their triumph, ending the match with a staggering four goals against a defense that had hoped to build upon its recent form.

For Burgess Hill Town, the defeat stings, especially after a promising run that saw them draw against Whitehawk and comfortably best Hashtag United. The Hillians, who have been difficult to beat this season, will need to regroup quickly, as their inconsistency threatens to derail their season ambitions in the non-league premier.

On the other side, Folkestone Invicta relished the victory, bouncing back emphatically from their recent FA Cup exit and making a powerful statement in the Trophy. This dominating performance marks a significant confidence boost as they transition from league play to cup competition, signaling their potential for a significant run in the FA Trophy.

Both teams will focus on their league campaigns in the coming weeks, but for Folkestone, this result could indicate that they are finally finding their rhythm. As they seek to fortify their position, Burgess Hill must return to the drawing board to restore their resilience and ensure an early cup exit does not spiral into a slump.

As the FA Trophy progresses, the stakes grow higher with each match. For now, the narrative of victory belongs to Folkestone Invicta, who have once again proven their capacity for dramatic footballing moments.