Yeovil Town have progressed to the fourth round of the FA Trophy after a thrilling penalty shootout against Maidstone United at Huish Park. The match itself was largely quiet until the closing moments, when the drama unfolded.
With just six minutes remaining, substitute midfielder Josh Tobin, recently signed on loan, scored a headed goal from a James Daly cross, seemingly securing the victory for the Glovers. However, Maidstone United responded swiftly, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to allow Hamzad Kargbo to equalize in the 92nd minute, sending the game into a penalty shootout.
In the shootout, Yeovil Town’s goalkeeper, Jed Ward, proved decisive. The Bristol Rovers loanee saved the first two penalties taken by Antony Papadopoulos and David Sesay. Meanwhile, Yeovil’s penalty takers were clinical, converting every attempt. Andrew Oluwabori sealed the win with the final penalty kick, ensuring Yeovil Town’s place in the next round.