Match Preview: Willand Rovers vs Larkhall Athletic (Wednesday 2nd October 2024)
Date: Wednesday 2nd October 2024
Venue: Silver Street
Kick-off: 7:30 PMWilland Rovers are back in action on Wednesday night as they host Larkhall Athletic at Silver Street, aiming to build momentum and secure a much-needed victory. When the two sides last met, Larkhall edged a 2-1 win at their home ground, Plain Ham, so the Rovers will be hungry for revenge as they look to make the most of their home advantage.
Last Time Out: Willand Rovers 1-1 Yate Town
Willand Rovers were held to a 1-1 draw in Saturday’s clash with Yate Town. It was a quiet affair for 80 minutes but in the 82nd minute Yate would break the deadlock through James Taylor’s scrappy strike. Willand would level it in the 86th minute claiming back a point with Josh Baker’s towering header making sure the Bluebells didn’t go back to Gloucestershire with the three points.
Manager David Steele praised Baker after the match, saying on social media “It was a great header from Josh Baker, im pleased as punch with the reaction and I analysed the first half and we could’ve had more”
Baker will be a key player to watch on Wednesday night, and the Rovers faithful will be hoping he can add to his goal tally and lead the charge to victory against Larkhall.
A Look at the Opposition: Larkhall Athletic
Larkhall Athletic arrive at Silver Street fresh from exiting the FA Cup after National League South Boreham Wood got the better of them at the weekend as the hosts booked themselves into the fourth qualifying round of the competition. The Larks are sitting confidently in mid-table and will come into this fixture with high spirits trying to cement their push towards the Southern Premier League.
When the two teams last met, Larkhall secured a 2-1 victory at Plain Ham, with a late goal proving the difference. Willand will need to be more resilient this time around if they’re to prevent a repeat result and put pressure on the visiting side.
Get Down to Silver Street and Support the Boys!
This match has all the ingredients for a thrilling contest, and Willand Rovers need your support! With Josh Baker in fine form and the team eager to right the wrongs from their previous encounter, Wednesday night is set to be an unmissable fixture. Kick-off is at 7:30PM so grab your tickets at the gate and bring your passion to Silver Street.
Will Willand Rovers be able to get back on track and take all three points? Be there to find out and cheer the lads on!
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