Jude Arthurs led reaction to the conclusion of Bromley’s historic FA Cup run following 3-1 third-round loss at Newcastle United.
Cameron Congreve fired Andy Woodman’s Ravens into a shock eighth-minute lead at St James’ Park but strikes from Lewis Miley and William Osula plus Anthony Gordon’s penalty saw Newcastle ultimately take victory from behind.
Bromley players and fans however were left with pride at their longest-ever FA Cup run, as Arthurs described their achievement as ‘memories for a lifetime’ in a post on social media platform, X.
Memories for a lifetime, Thanks to the travelling fans you was unreal as always🙌🏻 pic.twitter.com/haww9KsjmX
— Jude Arthurs (@judearthurs00) January 12, 2025
Club legend, Michael Cheek described the defeat on Instagram as the ‘best loss’ of his life as he called it a ‘pinch me moment.’
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Other players added their reflections on a joyous day for the club, including Ben Thompson who felt that the match was ‘good experience’ as the Ravens return their focus to their hunt for a play-off spot in League Two.
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Levi Amantchi meanwhile made a substitute appearance which left him proud to achieve his dream of having played at St James’ Park against the team he supported in childhood.
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The impact of Bromley’s FA Cup journey ending at Newcastle extended beyond the players, with assistant manager – Alan Dunne proud to have been on the coaching team as part of this season’s historic run.
Proud day. Proud of the team and all @bromleyfc . The magic of the Fa cup. Thanks to @NUFC for their amazing hospitality . Great town with good people who made us very welcome. pic.twitter.com/LYT7GdomSk
— Alan Dunne (@alandunne2) January 12, 2025
Always enjoy new challenges. So much learning from one game. pic.twitter.com/aAMNRq28yT
— Alan Dunne (@alandunne2) January 13, 2025
Over 3,000 Bromley supporters made the trip and left with special memories as Harry Smith took to X to say that he felt that he has ‘a team to be proud of,’ despite the defeat.
A team to be proud of, I definitely am @AndyWoodman4 @alandunne2 @brannondaly @bromleyfc pic.twitter.com/LjICJIcnxP
— HarrySmith (@HSmith_HS) January 12, 2025
Louie J S meanwhile shared his reaction to Congreve’s goal as the away end went wild in celebrations at their shock lead.
Unreal effort from the lads today 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼⚫️⚪️
Goal 👇🏼
Limbs.#WeAreBromley pic.twitter.com/lewFnKqpBw
— Louie J S (@Louie_JS24) January 12, 2025
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