Bromley FC: The Ravens Continue Their Historic Journey in English Football League
Introduction: A Historic Achievement for South London Football
Bromley FC, affectionately known as the Ravens, represents one of English football’s most inspiring recent success stories. The 2025-26 season marks the 134th year in the club’s history and their second consecutive campaign in League Two, following their remarkable first-ever promotion to the English Football League. For a club that spent over a century outside the Football League pyramid’s top tiers, their current position represents the culmination of years of progress and ambition.
From National League to EFL: The Journey to Promotion
In the 2023-24 season, Bromley achieved promotion to League Two after defeating Solihull Moors 4-3 on penalties in the promotion play-off final, entering the Football League for the first time in the club’s history. This historic victory at Wembley Stadium ended a 132-year wait for Football League status. On 10 August 2024, Bromley beat Harrogate Town 2-0 to win their first EFL League Two match, with Michael Cheek scoring the club’s first League goal, marking another milestone moment for the south London club.
Recent Developments and Current Season Performance
The Ravens have continued to compete in League Two throughout the 2025-26 campaign. Bromley FC have scored at least one goal for 13 consecutive matches, demonstrating their attacking prowess. Bromley have played 26 games so far and achieved a points average of 1.62 points per game, showing solid consolidation in their second season at this level.
Off the pitch, significant changes have occurred in the club’s leadership. CEO Mark Hammond announced his decision to step down from his role, with his decision reflecting a personal and professional ambition to pursue new challenges following a remarkable period of growth and progress both on and off the pitch. The club has indicated they will make further announcements regarding the leadership transition in due course.
Looking Ahead: The Future for Bromley FC
As Bromley FC continues to establish themselves in League Two, the club’s journey serves as an inspiration to other non-league clubs aspiring to reach the Football League. Their story demonstrates that with proper investment, strong leadership, and community support, even clubs without historical Football League pedigree can achieve their dreams. For supporters who have followed the Ravens through the lower leagues, witnessing their team compete in the EFL represents the realisation of ambitions that once seemed impossible. The challenge now is to maintain their League Two status and build sustainable foundations for future success at this level.