Eastleigh's Ben Drake likely out for 2026-27 season with injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 10:49 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Eastleigh defender Ben Drake is expected to miss the entire 2026-27 season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury during a pre-season match against Crawley Town. The 21-year-old recently joined Eastleigh from Millwall and the club has indicated there is no definite timeline for his return. Drake made 22 appearances for Braintree Town in the National League last season, and his absence will impact Eastleigh's defensive lineup as the season progresses.
- •Ben Drake joined Eastleigh from Millwall last month.
- •Drake suffered an ACL injury in a pre-season game.
- •Eastleigh confirmed he will likely miss the entire season.
- •Drake made 22 appearances for Braintree Town last season.
- 10:49 AMYahoo Sports — Eastleigh's new signing Drake out for season
"Eastleigh's new defensive signing Ben Drake is set to miss the entire season with an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
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