Weston-super-Mare wasted an opportunity to claim the top spot in the National League South after settling for a 1-1 draw away at Horsham. The match, witnessed by 1,424 fans in Sussex, saw the visitors remain second in the table, trailing leaders Torquay United on goal difference.
Horsham started the game strongly with early chances from Lee Harding and Ricky Aguira, though neither could find the target. Weston’s goalkeeper Max Harris made some vital saves, notably denying a free-kick from James Hammond. The visitors responded well, with Scott Wilson hitting the post from the edge of the penalty area.
The home side broke the deadlock in the 35th minute when Charlie Hester-Cook scored from a rebound after his initial header was saved by Harris. Weston responded quickly after halftime, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 51st minute. Wilson delivered a precise low cross from the left flank, which Louis Britton expertly finished, marking his 11th goal of the season.
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Weston nearly took the lead again, but Britton’s potential second goal was ruled out for offside. The visitors faced a setback in the 75th minute when Jason Pope received a red card for pulling back Shamir Fenelon during a promising attacking move.
In related National League South action, Bath City took an early lead through Owen Windsor at 54 minutes, only for Enfield Town’s Billy Leonard to equalize 11 minutes later. Despite several efforts from both sides, neither goalkeeper was breached again, and the match ended in a goalless draw, reflecting the competitive nature of the league.
Weston-super-Mare’s inability to secure victory against Horsham leaves them trailing Torquay United, maintaining a tense battle for the top spot as the season progresses.