Eastleigh FC

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Eastleigh Football Club, established in 1949, is based in Eastleigh, Hampshire, England. The club currently competes in the National League South, having risen through various leagues including the Wessex League and Conference South. They have won several league titles, such as the Wessex League Championship and the Conference South in 2013-14.

The team plays their home matches at Ten Acres stadium, with a capacity of approximately 5,000 spectators. The club's training facility is named after former manager John Pullinger.

Eastleigh FC has a notable management structure led by Chairman Stewart Donald and Manager Kelvin Davis, a former player. The squad includes players who have progressed to higher leagues, such as Tyrone Mings and Mark Marshall, and international representation with Tyrese Shade playing for Saint Kitts and Nevis.

The club boasts several honours, including the Hampshire Senior Cup in 2012-13 and multiple league championships across different divisions. Their best FA Cup performance reached the third round in recent seasons. Club records highlight significant achievements like a 12-1 victory over Hythe & Dibden and notable player stats, such as Ian Knight's 611 appearances.

Eastleigh FC continues to build on its history, striving for success in both league and cup competitions with a strong support structure and dedicated team.