Jack Barham opened the scoring in the 39th minute when he span away from his marker and raced through on goal before firing beyond Yeovil goalkeeper Aidan Stone Substitute Dejan Tetek set up Tyler Frost at the far post to make it 2-0 shortly after the interval with Dom Bernard halving the deficit with a 60th-minute header who face Spennymoor Town in Sunday's FA Trophy final leapfrogged their opponents in the National League table to end the season 16th To load Comments you need to enable JavaScript in your browser The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made Cousin-Dawson at 61 minutesSubstitutesNumber 5 Wilson Match OfficialsReferee: Niall SmithAssistant Referee 1: Steven PlaneAssistant Referee 2: Adam WilsonFourth Official: Charles MartlandMatch StatsKey Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking. Aldershot Town welcome Yeovil Town to the EBB Stadium on Monday afternoon Somerset’s only professional football club the Glovers have had an extremely eventful start to the 21st century with four promotions and four relegations seeing them contest in the National League South Having been crowned sixth-tier champions in 2024 their first season back in the National League has been one of stability While fortunes are on the up compared to recent seasons it has been a frustrating campaign for the Glovers as an early play-off push was undone by patchy form in early-2025 Having claimed exactly half of their 56 points thus far away from Huish Park Yeovil are one of just four sides in the division whose home performance does not exceed the amount picked up on the road current Glovers manager Mark Cooper seemingly cannot refrain from England’s South-West Coming through the academy of Bristol City in 1987 and son of former England international and namesake Terry turned out for 17 different English clubs across 22 years His foray into management overlapped his on-field career being appointed player-manager of Tamworth in 2004 He would guide the Lambs to their greatest ever FA Cup campaign in his second season losing only on penalties to Stoke in the third round replay having secured a 0-0 draw at the Britannia He continued to impress in non-league with Kettering Town breezing to the 2007-08 Conference North title with 97 points An appointment at Championship Peterborough proved perhaps too much of a step-up though any reputation lost in his short tenure in Cambridgeshire was regained the following season leading Darlington to a first ever FA Trophy title in 2011 He would return to Wembley four years later taking Swindon Town to the League One play-off final in 2015 having earned their highest league finish of the 21st century The Robins would unfortunately lose 4-0 to Preston on the day Cooper navigated the club’s first ever promotion to the Football League achieving stability in England’s fourth-tier Having been both relegated and promoted in his first two seasons in Somerset he may be enjoying a more subdued campaign Yeovil supporters will now be hoping that next year he can further draw from his impressive managerial CV With both enjoying stints in the Isthmian League the Conference and League Two across similar periods in the 90s and 00s this matchup wasn’t contested as a league fixture until 2019 the nine domestic bouts thus far show nothing to separate the two The most recent meeting at the EBB saw spoils shared on the day though a 1-1 draw on Good Friday 2023 was anything but for the men in green the Glovers knew anything but a victory would all but secure demotion to the National League South Tyler Cordner’s second-half header was cancelled out by a tap-in from substitute Callum Harriott and despite a desperate late push from the visitors the tie would remain all-square from thereon While this matchup may be one to forget for the Somerset-side Tommy Widdrington’s first game in charge of the club Dom Bernard – The defender spent the entirety of the 2018-19 campaign with the Shots Gloucester-born Bernard spent five seasons with local side Forest Green Rovers before joining the Glovers ahead of the current season Tickets are available HERE and are priced as follows after the earlybird period has ended: We strongly encourage buying tickets in advance or online to save queues in the Ticket Office before the game The Club Shop/Ticket Office is open for all supporters with cash and card accepted Live updates will be available from our social media platforms X (@OfficialShots), Instagram (@aldershottownfcofficial), and Facebook. After the game, highlights will be available on our YouTube channel. 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In a statement posted on the club’s social media ahead of the final match of the season at Aldershot Town on Monday Robins said there was “still a lot to be done” to complete the deal we have been trying diligently to get new ownership and investment in to the club The Hellier Group and a third party have been working behind-the-scenes to try and make that happen “There is a lot of work which has been going on and still a lot to be done but there has been an awful lot of goodwill on both sides As soon as I am in a position to give you a further update I will Everybody is working hard to make this happen as soon as they can.” Speaking to BBC Somerset’s Jack Killah ahead of kick-off the interim chairman added that the Hellier Group had entered in to “an exclusive arrangement” with the unnamed third party.  He said: “We have had quite a number of parties that have been interested in investing in the club and we felt this party was the best fit for the long-term sustainability of the club The agreement is that neither party will talk to anyone else and the Heads of Agreement says that unless something unforseen happens a takeover of the club will take place “I cannot give you a precise date but we are working to do it as quickly as we possibly can We have been working with (manager Mark Cooper) to see what we need to do budget-wise next year to be more competitive than we have this year Every party understands that speed is of the essence but there is nothing anyone will do to slow things down.” Asked whether he hoped that the manager could start focusing on renewing players contracts in the coming weeks Robins added: “I have been in business long enough to say ‘it is never done until it is done’ but we are working hard to get this completed as soon as we possibly can.” The club director, who took over the reins at Huish Park following the owners’ decision to step down as chairman a month ago, concluded his statement on the club’s official social media by thanking the club’s staff, Cooper and his coaching team, and the players for securing a place in the National League Premier Division for next season. He added: “Most importantly I would like to thank all the fans. The atmosphere you create at Huish Park is just incredible and the away support we have is fantastic. You have no idea how much it is appreciated by the club, the players and of course myself. I hope you have a great summer and I am looking forward to seeing you all again when we kick off in August with our next campaign.“ Sorry, this product is unavailable. Please choose a different combination. Aldershot Town signed off their Vanarama National League season in style on Monday afternoon, coming out 2-1 winners against Yeovil Town on the final matchday of the domestic campaign. Goals from Jack Barham and Tyler Frost either side of the half was enough to claim all three points at the EBB Stadium, taking winning form into Sunday’s FA Trophy final. Despite relatively low stakes, Tommy Widdrington’s final starting lineup of the league season was a strong one, making just one change from last week’s defeat at Barnet, Cameron Hargeaves coming in for Dejan Tetek. After a carefully observed minutes silence, the match kicked off under temperamental weather conditions. It didn’t take long for the Shots to forge a strong chance, as James Henry’s defense-splitting first time pass found Tyler Frost in behind the Glovers’ back-line. The wing-back charged into the penalty area with Jack Barham in support, though his eventual squared ball didn’t have enough on it, allowing Jacob Wannell to make a crucial interception at the back, his sliding clearance propping the ball up safely into the hands of the visiting keeper, Aidan Stone. The Yeovil attack would first make themselves known towards the quarter-hour mark, as nifty work on the right wing from Lewys Twamley allowed the winger cut inside before playing a one-two with Sonny Lo-Everton that opened up a shooting opportunity 18-yards from goal. Twamley opened his body well, though his side-footed effort sailed just wide of the left-hand post. The Somerset-side would build upon this, forging two more superb chances in quick succession, both courtesy of forward Ciaran McGuckin. The first, the result of a further one-two inside the penalty area, shanked agonisingly wide from close-range, before just moments after a searching long-pass saw McGuckin get a toe past an onrushing Marcus Dewhurst. Despite the vacant goal, the tight angle proved unworkable, with the eventual strike hitting to side-netting. There was a significant pause in play as Cameron Hargreaves required treatment after a sinister challenge in the middle of the park. The midfielder, visibly displeased at his inability to continue, he was replaced by Dejan Tetek on the half-hour mark. It would be the first-half substitute who would eventually pick the lock, the Serb’s long-ball from deep inside his own half allowed Jack Barham to receive the ball on the half-turn just in front of the half-way line. Carrying the ball fully 35-yards, all the while holding off his marker, the forward finally pulled the trigger on the edge of the box, and despite Aidan Stone getting a hand to it, the ball sailed into the top-right corner. 1-0 Shots. The Glovers would find their way onto the scoresheet, as a Sonny Lo-Everton cross looped over Marcus Dewhurst an towards the back post, with Dominic Bernard and Tyler Frost contesting for a header, the ball found its way into an empty net. While Bernard was initially accredited with the goal, body language would suggest that Frost had now scored for each side in quick succession. Josh Barrett almost made a late addition to his stunning catalogue of league goals. After neat work from Aaron Jones twisted and turned the members of Yeovil’s left flank, the skipper squared the ball to Barrett, who took one touch before floating a chipped effort goalward from fully 30-yards. Seemingly taking an age to drop down, with Stone beaten, the ball fell mere centimeters wide of the post. Fresh off the bench, A burst of pace from Yeovil’s Kyrell Wilson allowed him to break down the right wing and into the penalty area. With men waiting square, the winger lifted a boot to pick his spot, though was foiled by a magnificent recovery challenge from Tyler Frost. The remainder of the match bore few chances, and with all in red and blue with one eye on Sunday’s final, the Shots calmly consolidated a lead that saw them leapfrog their opponents for a final league placement of 16th. Shots lineup: 28. Marcus Dewhurst, 6. Theo Widdrington (14. Ollie Bray 86′), 7. Cameron Hargreaves (34. Dejan Tetek 36′), 8. Tyler Frost, 10. Josh Barrett (9. Kai Corbett 78′), 17. Aaron Jones (C), 22. Jack Barham (24. Maxwell Mullins 69′), 27. James Henry (39. Kwame Thomas 67′), 33. Luca Woodhouse, 35. Dan Ellison, 36. Will Armitage. Subs not used: 1. Jordi van Stappershoef, 14. Ollie Bray, 23. Hady Ghandour. Yeovil lineup: 1. Aidan Stone, 3. Alex Whittle, 4. Morgan Williams, 6. Jacob Wannell, 7. Lewys Twamley (5. Finn Cousin-Dawson 61′), 8. Harry Kite (9. Aaron Jarvis 61′), 16. Sonny Lo-Everton, 24. Charlie Cooper, 33. Dominic Bernard (23. Michael Smith 80′), 35. Ciaran McGuckin (14. Brett McGavin 76′), 40. Frankie Terry (20. Kyrell Wilson 61′). Subs not used: 22. Matthew Gould, 27. Harvey Greenslade. The Glovers’ bosses pointed to his side’s lack of goals this season as a major factor in their mid-table finish as they prepare for their final game of the National League Premier Division season at Aldershot Town on Bank Holiday Monday They are the division’s fourth-lowest scorers this season with only bottom club Ebbsfleet United (38) play-off hopefuls FC Halifax Town (48) having scored fewer Relegated AFC Fylde have also scored 50 this season Speaking to BBC Somerset’s Jack Killah on Friday Cooper said: “If you really dust it down we have not scored enough goals when we have needed to and that is something we need to put right in the summer We have to try and find a way of scoring more goals as a team we have not scored enough goals from set pieces this year we have not had enough people chipping in with goals “There is a key group of players there that are good enough to compete at this level as we should at the start and midway through the season when we were up and around the play-offs If we can keep that tight and add some quality we can be really optimistic about next season.” The boss pointed to the uncertainty which remains at Huish Park as we pass the one-month mark since interim chairman Stuart Robins told fans getting new investment was his “highest priority“ following the decision of owner Martin Hellier to step down as chairman. Cooper said: “I can’t give any definitives at the minute, we are in limbo to see what happens, it could be a good summer, it could be a really long summer. We need to add 6-7 players, like you probably do most seasons. Ideally I would like those to be real quality players that could help us score more goals. “I can’t do anything at the minute, we have players that are out of contract that we would like to re-engage and there are players we have been monitoring that we would like to bring to the club but until things get sorted, we can’t look too far ahead.” The manager revealed midfielder Brett McGavin will return to the squad for the Bank Holiday Monday visit to Aldershot Town. The 25-year-old has not featured since picking up an injury in the 1-0 home defeat to York City on 15th April, but has been involved in training this week. Cooper said: “Brett will not be properly fit because he has not trained for a long time, but we putting him in to give him a little bit of incentive to go away with in the summer.” Defender Michael Smith remains a doubt with a hamstring injury which has dogged him this season. Monday’s opponents have the small matter of an FA Trophy final against Spennymoor United at Wembley the following Sunday with a support expected to be pushing 20,000 travelling from Hampshire to support them. The Shots sit two places and two points behind Yeovil in 16th place going in to the match and are without a win in their last five matches. However, Cooper has dispelled any thoughts that the opposition will have one eye on the final at The Recreation Ground. He said: “I think they will be full strength and trying to get a bit of form going in to the final and they will want to get this sorted on Monday. I do not buy in to talk about that they will rest players, people told me that about Sutton United (before the 2-1 home defeat at Huish Park last time out) because they had (the National League Cup) final the following Tuesday and none of that happened. It is about on the day, you have to be up for it because otherwise you will get beaten. “Their budget will be a budget in the bottom half of the league. I know the restraints that Tommy (Widdrington, the Aldershot manager) will be working under, because they will not have one of the big budgets. I think over the last two years, finishing eighth last season and then reaching the Trophy final this year, they have done unbelievably well. They have had two great seasons.” Cooper is deluded. He’s used 38 players this season. Only 3 teams have used more and 2 of those got relegated. The most stable teams perform best but our players don’t know if they are playing let alone in which position. It’s like watching someone playing dice. You’ll throw 7 eventually but it’s all just luck! Agreed, we need regular “forward thinking” midfielders, sorry Charlie but you are not. Football is a easy game, defend well, get the ball forward (not bloody sideways) and get the ball into the box early, simples !!! Neither side are finishing the season in style with Yeovil Town picking up seven points in their last six matches Last time out Yeovil went down to a 2-1 defeat in their final home game of the season against Sutton United Aldershot were defeated 4-0 at champions Barnet a result which secured the title for the Bees The Shots have not picked up a win since they clinched a place in the FA Trophy final Four defeats in their last five matches have seen them ship 17 goals Conceding goals has been their issue this season They have let in 82 goals in their 45 games and only the division’s bottom two Ebbsfleet United (96) and AFC Fylde (82) have let in as many Aldershot will be without a key  player in full-back Ryan Jones who suffered a broken leg in the 3-0 defeat at local rivals Woking on Easter Monday The former Bristol Rovers youngster has been a stand out performer for them this season The form of the summer signing in the second half of the season has been largely overlooked but he has impressed stepping forward in to midfield His aerial ability and calmness on the ball has been important as he has both filled the voids left by injuries to first choice central defenders Morgan Williams and Jake Wannell He’s also a player who remains under contract for next season having signed a two-year deal when he arrived from Bradford City in the summer James Henry tries to find a way past Ollie Wright in the 1-1 draw at Huish Park in September James Henry should be slowing down but the former Millwall player has proved vital for Aldershot since joining last summer He has contributed 15 goals this season playing mostly in a wide position just one goal behind top scorer Josh Barrett who will be another one to watch But Henry’s consistency and experience has added even more for our hosts on Bank Holiday Monday.  You may have heard that Aldershot Town are in the FA Trophy final with Spennymoor United their opponents six days after they take on Yeovil But Glovers’ boss Mark Cooper is under no illusions that Aldershot will be taking it easy with a trip to Wembley next weekend Speaking ahead of the Bank Holiday fixture, he told BBC Somerset reporter Jack Killah: “I think they will be full strength and trying to get a bit of form going in to the final and they will want to get this sorted on Monday I do not buy in to talk about that they will rest players people told me that about Sutton United (before the 2-1 home defeat at Huish Park last time out) because they had (the National League Cup) final the following Tuesday and none of that happened you have to be up for it because otherwise you will get beaten.” Aldershot assistant manager Hugo Langton stepped in front of the camera following the 4-0 defeat at champions Barnet in their last match and admitted his side had not been good enough recently He said: “We can’t hide the fact we have not been on a great run lately We have got nine games until the next game so we have a good week ahead of us and sometimes we have to be brutally honest with each other “The things that have been disappointing recently They are things we have been working on and we just have to work harder at it and that is what we will do.” This is the tenth meeting between Yeovil Town and Aldershot Town and the previous nine results have ended in three wins The last two meetings have ended up in 1-1 draws with Ciaran McGuckin levelling after Josh Barrett’s opener at Huish Park in this season’s reverse fixture at the end of September Last time we met at The Recreation Ground was on Yeovil’s way out of the National League Premier Division on Good Friday in 2023 Callum Harriott (remember him?) equalised in the second half  for the Glovers Shots’ central defender Christian Maghoma had a loan spell at Huish Park in 2015 – but failed to make a single appearance He joined a Yeovil side bottom of League Two as an 18-year-old on loan from Premier League Tottenham Hotspur Aldershot midfielder Cameron Hargreaves is available again having served a three-match ban for his sending off in the 7-2 defeat at York City There are no suspensions affecting Yeovil Town The Gloverscast is a volunteer run website which costs money to maintain If ever you feel like supporting with our running costs we’d be extremely grateful for your donations Aldershot Town ended their National League campaign in style with an impressive 2-1 win at home to Yeovil Town. Goals from Jack Barham and Tyler Frost were enough to give the Shots the three points in front of a crowd of 3,089 at the EBB Stadium ahead of Sunday’s trip to Wembley Stadium for the FA Trophy final. The hosts started the game on the front foot and nearly fashioned a good chance in the fifth minute, but Josh Barrett’s dink into the box was just over the head of Barham. The Shots then produced a free-flowing move two minutes later. Barrett’s flick found James Henry, who played a neat through ball to Frost on the left wing. Frost looked to pick out Barham in the middle of the box, but his cutback was cut out by the recovering Jacob Wannell. The Glovers created their first chance of the afternoon in the 17th minute when Lewis Twamley played a one-two with Sonny-Lo Everton before curling his right-foot shot just wide of the far left-hand post. The visitors should have taken the lead a minute later when Harry Kite’s excellent through ball picked out Ciaran McGuckin, who put his first-time finish wide of the far post when he only had Shots keeper Marcus Dewhurst to beat. McGuckin had another good chance on 19 minutes when he got on the end of a ball over the top and knocked the ball past the advancing Dewhurst, but McGuckin was forced wide and could only fire his effort into the side netting from a tight angle. The Shots nearly took the lead in bizarre circumstances in the 22nd minute when Barham caught Wannell in possession and the ball flew towards the net, but Glovers keeper Aidan Stone managed to claw the ball away for a corner just before it crossed the line. The resulting corner picked out Luca Woodhouse, who put his header wide of the right-hand post. The Shots were forced into an early change on 37 minutes when Cameron Hargreaves limped off and was replaced by Dejan Tetek. The hosts took the lead two minutes later when Barham got on the end of Dan Ellison’s ball down the left-hand channel and spun his marker before racing through on goal and firing his shot into the far right-hand corner of the net. Stone got two strong hands to Barham’s effort, but the shot had too much power for the Yeovil keeper. The Shots nearly doubled their advantage when a quick short corner was played to Frost, who picked out Henry in a promising position in the box, but Henry was unable to make a clean contact with the ball when well placed. The Glovers had a good chance to get back on level terms in first-half stoppage time when Charlie Cooper’s cross found Dominic Bernard in the box, but Bernard put his free header over the bar. The hosts were quick out of the traps at the start of the second half and doubled their advantage in the 49th minute. Tetek drove forward from midfield, and although his intended pass was cut out the ball broke kindly for Frost, who drilled his first-time finish past Stone and into the back of the net. The Shots could have scored a third on 55 minutes when they won a free kick just outside the box, but Barrett curled his effort just over the bar. The Glovers got themselves back in the game five minutes later when Frankie Terry’s good ball in from the left was flicked in by Bernard from close range. Shots boss Tommy Widdrington made his second change of the afternoon in the 66th minute, with Kwame Thomas replacing Henry. Widdrington made another change three minutes later, with Maxwell Mullins replacing Barham. Barrett then nearly scored a spectacular goal for the Shots on 71 minutes when his cheeky chip drifted just wide of the far left-hand post. Yeovil nearly got themselves back on level terms in the 77th minute when Finn Cousin-Dawson drove forward and fired his shot from the just outside the box just over the bar. Widdrington made his fourth change of the afternoon a minute later, with Kai Corbett replacing Barrett. The Shots made their final change on 86 minutes, when Ollie Bray replaced the booked Theo Widdrington. The hosts nearly went 3-1 up in stoppage time when Frost drove forward, but his shot from the edge of the box went wide of the left-hand post. The Glovers then almost equalised in the sixth minute of stoppage time when Brett McGavin’s free kick was superbly parried away by Dewhurst. The Shots saw out the last few seconds to sign off their league campaign with a welcome three points and finish in 16th place in the National League. Next up for the Shots is the club’s first-ever trip to Wembley Stadium to face National League North outfit Spennymoor Town in the FA Trophy final on Sunday, May 11 (4.15pm kick-off). 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Ciaran McGuckin broke the deadlock when a long ball from Stone bypassed Sutton’s backline and into the path of the on-loan Rotherham United man, who latched onto the ball and calmly lifted the ball over Jack Sims, who misjudged his lob to send the Glovers into the lead heading into the break. However, substitute Odelusi had an instant impact after coming on at half time, rising highest to meet a deep Simper free kick and send a looping header over Aidan Stone, levelling the score just five minutes after coming on, and it got even better for the U’s moments later as Simper turned from provider to scorer, latching onto a loose ball before firing a powerful low effort from 25-yards that gave Stone no chance. Yeovil continued to push for a leveller in the latter stages, but a crucial double save from Sims at the death was enough to seal all three points, and end the U’s away campaign on a high. Victory at Huish Park sees the U’s jump up to 13th in the Vanarama National League table, and bodes them well heading into the National League Cup Final on Tuesday night. Steve Morison made three like-for-like changes following Easter Monday’s defeat to title-chasing Barnet, with the suspended Tyler French being replaced by Harry Ransom, while his armband was taken by the returning Alex Woodyard, who replaced Odelusi to make his first appearance since the start of April, while top scorer Will Davies came back into the XI in place of Ashley Nadesan. Davies would be involved in the first real opening of proceedings, which had taken until the tenth minute for either side to see any clear sight of goal. The striker combined nicely with Lewis Simper to tee up the U’s number eight, who tried his luck from outside the box and fired just off target. This was followed by another chance from distance as Kain Adom whipped a left-footed effort towards the top corner, but could only watch it fly over the crossbar. Despite controlling much of the opening stages, Yeovil responded with a glorious opportunity as Harvey Greenslade’s cross from the right resulted in a goalmouth scramble that almost saw the Glovers take the lead. Ransom managed to get a foot to the initial delivery which cleared the ball into the path of Sonny Blu Lo-Everton, who’s low drive towards the far corner was blocked, before the follow-up from Ciaran McGuckin cannoned off Hayden Muller and finally away from danger. In what looked to be an end-to-end affair in Somerset, chances continued to fall for both sides as the tricky Nana Boateng almost caught out Aidan Stone when his fierce cross from the left forced the Yeovil goalkeeper to tip it over the crossbar, before the hosts broke away quickly minutes later with Lo-Everton forcing Jack Sims into a low stop. Yeovil soon drew first blood though, with a long ball from Stone dropping over the Sutton defence and into the path of McGuckin, who picked his spot and attempted a first-time lob over Sims, who was caught in no man’s land and could only watch it nestle in the back of the net. In search of an instant leveller, Boateng and Adom both had powerful drives from distance blocked from close range, before Yeovil came close to a second in added time when Charlie Cooper raced forward before seeing a low strike from distance cannon off the post. There was just enough time at the end of stoppage time for Harry Kite to send a low cross into the box from the right, but Muller was well-placed to clear the danger and ensure it was just the one-goal deficit heading into the break. A double change at the break saw Adom and Woodyard withdrawn in favour of Nadesan and Odelusi, and proved be a masterstroke of a decision as it took just five minutes for the latter to have an impact as he leaped over everyone else to meet Simper’s delivery and send a looping header over Stone to level with his first goal from open play this season. And Simper turned to scorer minutes later to turn the game on its head, trying his luck with a spectacular effort from distance that gave Stone no chance and give Sutton the lead. This was followed by another change for the visitors, with Dillon De Silva making his return to action in place of Boateng, while Yeovil made a triple change in their search for an equaliser. It was Sutton who came close to scoring next though, with De Silva getting involved immediately as he combined nicely with Simper who drilled in a low cross that flew across the face of goal, with Davies unable to get the desired contact. This was followed by Davies returning the favour, driving forward before picking out Simper who’s effort was straight down the throat of Stone. Yeovil continued to push for an equaliser though, with substitute Josh Sims heading a corner into the gloves of his namesake in the Sutton goal, before seven minutes of added time afforded the Glovers one last chance at a leveller. Sims proved to make up for his earlier mistake at the death though, producing a fantastic save to deny Jake Wannell’s powerful effort from distance, before getting a toe to the rebound to clear the danger and secure the victory. Yeovil Town: Stone; Whittle (Twamley 89’), Williams, Cousin-Dawson, Kite (Wannell 65’), Lo-Everton, Cooper, Greenslade (Wilson 79’), Bernard (Jarvis 65’), McGuckin (Sims 65’), Terry. Subs n/u Gould, Lavinier. Booked: Kite, Whittle, Greenslade, Wannell. Sutton United: Sims; Ransom, Simper, Davies, Muller, Boateng (De Silva 64’), Wadham, Jackson (Vaz 80’), Woodyard (Odelusi 46’), Topallaj, Adom (Nadesan 46’). Subs n/u Tume, Sandat, Kerbey. Booked: Nadesan We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized ads or content, and analyze our traffic. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to our use of cookies. We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below. The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website, store your preferences, and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you. These cookies will only be stored in your browser with your prior consent. 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Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns. Here’s Ian’s view from under the H… The early stages of the game saw both sides feeling each other out with very little in the way of action. In the 13th minute the game came alive with Sonny Blu Lo-Everton and Ciaran McGuckin both having shots at goal. It could have easily been 1-0. Ten minutes later, Aidan Stone had to tip a wayward Boateng cross over his bar. The left footed cross was destined for the goal though.  The Glovers broke forward from a Sutton free kick in the 28th minute and Lo-Everton drew a good save from Sims in the Sutton goal. Two minutes later Sims was caught in no mans land as Ciaran McGUCKIN latched onto Harvey Greenslade’s pass and lobbed the ball over the keeper to put the Glovers ahead. 1-0 On the stroke of half time Charlie Cooper was the width of a goalpost away from doubling Yeovil’s lead. His right footed effort from distance curved just a bit too much and hit the Sutton post. Sutton got back in level terms 5 minutes into the 2nd half. A Lewis Simper free kick was headed in by half time substitute Siju ODELUSI. 1-1. Lo-Everton was a whisker away from putting Yeovil back in front moments later, poking McGuckin’s cross narrowly wide. Lewis SIMPER turned goalscorer on the hour Mark, rifling in a left-footed shot from outside of the box having been given all the space in the world. 1-2 Mark Cooper made a triple sub bringing on Jake Wannell, Josh Sims and the returning Aaron Jarvis – who got a very loud reception from the Huish Park crowd. Morgan Williams made an unbelievable tackle chasing back after Alex Whittle lost the ball on the halfway line, preventing a third Sutton goal. The visitors should have got their third moments later but Will Davies’ effort was straight at Stone. Williams was nearly the hero at the other end of the pitch with a headed effort that was too comfortable Sims. Yeovil huffed and puffed and Williams stung the gloves of Sims late on, but the Glovers couldn’t find an equaliser, finishing off the season at Huish Park with defeat. Competition: National League Premier Division Scorers: Ciaran McGuckin 30 (1-0), Siju Odelusi 50 (1-2), Lewis Simper 61 (1-2) Substitutes:  Jake Wannell (for Harry Kite, 65), Josh Sims (for Ciaran McGuckin, 65), Aaron Jarvis (for Dom Bernard, 65), Lewys Twamley (for Alex Whittle, 90), Marcel Lavinier (not used), Matt Gould (not used). Sutton United: Jack Sims, Harry Ransom, Lewis Simper, Will Davies, Hayden Muller, Nana Boateng (for Dillon De Silva, 61), Jack Wadham, Ryan Jackson (for Eduino Vaz, 81), Alex Woodyard (for Siju Odelusi, 46), Besart Topallaj, Kain Adom (for Ashley Nadesan, 46). Substitutes (not used): Matt Kerbey,  Vinnie Tume, Henry Sandat. Attendance 2657? Is that correct? The BBC gives it at 3566. Having played well in the last two home games , we reverted to type here . For some reason L-E was back out wide rather than in the middle as before . Just it seemed so that a player returning from fitness doubts could play in his usual defensive position . Why was this done ? We always seem to play further up the pitch , and therefore better , when he isn’t in the side . Then again it is the manager’s team ……… After nine victories in a row up to the end of March Dean Brennan's side are now winless in their past three games and had to come from behind to take a point from the visitors Eastleigh took a 36th-minute lead through Paul McCallum after a poor back pass left the Bees in trouble but Danny Collinge levelled just before half-time when he headed home an Anthony Hartigan free-kick Joe McDonnell made a couple of sharp saves to hold off a comeback leaving Barnet four points clear of second-placed York at the whistle with three games remaining substituted for Otis Khan at 69 minutesNumber 16 Forest Green RoversManager: Steve Cotterill Sercombe Match OfficialsReferee: Declan BrownAssistant Referee 1: Justin AmeyAssistant Referee 2: David PillingFourth Official: Matthew ScholesMatch StatsKey Somerset Council is introducing wide-ranging support and improvements to bus services across the county following confirmation of a new £6 million tranche of Government funding for 2025/26 Initiatives under Somerset’s Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) will incorporate improved services for Yeovil and Bridgwater including evening journeys continued evening services for Taunton and on-going support for vital bus routes across Somerset including in Frome In line with bus priority measures at traffic signals in Taunton similar schemes are to be rolled out in Yeovil and Bridgwater These will help buses avoid delays and should help ensure timetabled stops are more reliable Taunton’s Park and Ride fare will remain £1 for a single journey as part of the package With the end of the £1.50 fare trial in Taunton on 31 March, bus users are encouraged to check operators websites for up-to-date fares. The government’s £3 national fare initiatives continues until 31 December 2025 Somerset Council’s Lead Member for Transport and Waste Services, Councillor Richard Wilkins said: We are really delighted to be able to make this vital investment in bus services across Somerset reliable option is crucial to increasing bus patronage and ensuring more routes are financially viable It is also really important in terms of ensuring our transport choices are more sustainable in Somerset There will also be initiatives aimed at improving passenger information across the county Follow @TravelSomerset on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook for live travel updates Heading out on a bus journey? Visit Somerset Think Travel to plan your trip Tyler French will serve a one-match ban after being sent off on Easter Monday, meaning he will miss the trip to Yeovil Town tomorrow. The U’s captain saw red at the start of the second half after a 50/50 tangle with Barnet forward Lee Ndlovu resulted in the latter going to ground, with the referee controversially pointing to the spot and giving French his marching orders in what proved to be a turning point in the match. Despite it being a straight red card, French will only miss the trip to Somerset due to the nature of the offence, having denied a clear goalscoring opportunity, and means he will be available for selection ahead of the National League Cup Final on Tuesday night (29th April; 7pm KO). As for the rest of the squad, Steve Morison confirmed that everyone who was involved on Monday will be involved again on Saturday, with everyone fully fit and no new concerns to report. “They need to be focused and ready and be ready when called upon” said the Head Coach, “the lads have all got to be ready and hopefully we can get a few more minutes in a few more bodies this weekend” The hosts made the decisive breakthrough in the 30th minute when the veteran forward finished off a good move involving Jai Semenyo and Angel Waruih The visitors were reduced to 10 men seven minutes later when Otis Khan saw red for an elbow on goalscorer Maguire Eastleigh did not allow their mid-table rivals a way back and climb above them in the table with the three points Brindley at 73 minutesSubstituteshome team McGuckin at 54 minutesSubstitutesNumber 33 Whittle Match OfficialsReferee: Harry WagerAssistant Referee 1: Nick BloggAssistant Referee 2: Stuart KaneFourth Official: Steven HughesMatch StatsKey The Glovers took the lead just after the half-hour mark when Ciaran McGuckin chased a long ball over the top and finished coolly But half-time substitute Siju Odelusi equalised when he headed home a deep Simper free-kick six minutes after the break Simper then let fly from 25 yards to secure all three points for the visitors who sit 13th and seven points outside the play-offs with a round to go substituted for Eduino Vaz at 81 minutesNumber 30 Eduino Vaz Match OfficialsReferee: Emily HeaslipAssistant Referee 1: Jack ClenchAssistant Referee 2: Daniel FlynnFourth Official: Kevin MorrisMatch StatsKey Sutton are set to face one more away trip of the season, heading to Yeovil Town this Saturday. Heading to Somerset? Read below for everything you’ll need to know ahead of the visit to Huish Park. Referee – Emily Heaslip. Has been refereeing in the Women’s Super League since 2019 and has been a FIFA referee since the start of last year. She was in charge of the Women’s FA Cup Final in 2024 between Chelsea and Manchester United at Wembley, last month she refereed the Women’s League Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City, and she has regularly officiated in the National League North and South over the past three seasons. Supporters will also be able to listen to all the action, with a Mixlr audio commentary being available and will be posted on social media accounts before kick-off. You can also follow the game through our social media channels below, with full text coverage during the fixture. Away supporters are housed in the open standing area of the away end. Seated areas (Blocks P & PP) are also available in the Screwfix Stand for away fans. Proof of ID may be required for any concession prices, and under 12s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that the A303 will be closed all weekend just the other side of Stonehenge, with a diversion of around 20 miles, and plenty of time should be allowed for the journey. Having negotiated that., continue on the A303 to the Cartgate roundabout, then take the A3088 towards Yeovil. At the first roundabout take the first exit in to Bunford Lane, then carry straight on across one roundabout. At the next, turn left in to Lufton Way, which will be signposted for away supporters. Car parking is available, priced £3. Pay at the machines in the car park – cards are accepted. The easiest trip from Sutton is to Yeovil Junction, with direct trains leaving Clapham Junction at 10.28 or 11.27, and returning from Yeovil Junction at 17.29 or 18.30. Journey time is just over two hours. The station is about three miles from the ground (as is the other Yeovil station, Pen Mill, which involves a more long-winded journey from London), but taxis are available at the station to get to the ground. All accessible entrances will be open as detailed in the stadium map below: Get the lowdown on the U’s next opponents: Yeovil Town. Yeovil Town are a side who have spent much of their recent history in disarray, having dropped all the way from the Championship to the National League South in the space of just ten years. However, the Glovers will be looking up, with a title-winning campaign seeing them bounce straight back to the fifth tier at the first time of asking and doing in style too with a whopping 95 points. This has also been able to counteract their woes in the final third, with goals largely coming from midfield. McGavin and Sonny Blu Lo-Everton both rank high in the Glovers’ goalscoring charts alongside Aaron Jarvis and Ciaran McGuckin, while the mid-season departure of Frank Nouble proved to be a huge blow for Mark Cooper, and subsequently saw the likes of Jacob Maddox, Jahmari Clarke, Ryan McLean, Kyrell Wilson and Harvey Greenslade all brought in in an attempt to improve firepower. Nonetheless though, safety was secured on the weekend due to results elsewhere, despite the Somerset-based outfit losing to Eastleigh themselves, and they will now be looking to end the campaign on a positive note. Mark Cooper is a vastly experienced manager in lower league football, having taking charge of ten different clubs throughout his career. Following a five-year stint at the New Lawn, Cooper spent a season at Barrow, and later returned to the South-West in October 2022, suffering relegation with Yeovil in his first season before taking them back into the fifth tier the following season, with victory over fellow South-West-based outfit Truro City sealing their promotion. They have since gone from strength to strength upon their return to the fifth tier, booking their place in the division for another year with two games to spare. Highly rated midfielder Brett McGavin arrived at Huish Park following a successful stint at Torquay United, having established himself as one of the Gulls’ key players during his two years at Plainmoor. McGavin would be released from Portman Road in 2022 and opted to sign a three-year contract with Torquay. He would enjoy a positive spell with the Gulls, making 75 appearances in total before making the move to Huish Park in the summer, where he is currently the Glovers’ joint-top scorer with seven goals from midfield. Sutton were held to a goalless draw at the hands of newly promoted National League South champions Yeovil Town. This set Sutton on their way to a more dominant second half performance, with Wright doing incredibly well on multiple occasions to prevent the hosts from breaking the deadlock. Charlie Waller went closest to scoring when he forced Wright into a strong save midway through the half, while Josh Coley tested the Yeovil goalkeeper with a superb effort from 30-yards that needed to be tipped behind, and despite their late push, proved enough for the visitors to hold Sutton to a point. Sutton United 0-0 Yeovil Town (24/09/2024) Sutton United 2-1 Yeovil Town (09/03/2021) Sutton United 3-2 Yeovil Town (28/12/2019) Yeovil Town 1-0 Sutton United (03/09/2019) Experienced winger Rhys Browne has established himself as one of the most dangerous forwards in all of non-league, having turned out for a whole host of fifth tier clubs including both Sutton and Yeovil. After being spotted playing for local team Interwood, Browne joined the Norwich City academy where he spent two years, and was part of the squad that won the 2012/13 FA Youth Cup with 4–2 aggregate victory over Chelsea, as well as the Norfolk Senior Cup that same season with a 2–0 win over Wroxham. Despite this, Browne never made a senior appearance at Carrow Road and subsequently joined Charlton Athletic, spending time out on loan at VCD Athletic during his sole campaign at The Valley. Having been released by the Addicks, Browne dropped into non-league following a successful trial at Aldershot Town, earning a contract with the Shots and going on to score seven goals in 41 appearances in North Hampshire. The Antigua and Barbuda international later made the move to newly promoted Grimsby Town, playing a handful of times before moving on loan at Macclesfield Town, where he scored four goals in six games during the Silkmen’s FA Trophy run, including one in the Final at Wembley Stadium in which they lost to York City. Nonetheless, Browne impressed during his brief stint in Cheshire, and departed Grimsby ahead of the following season for Yeovil Town. He appeared 63 times for the Glovers and was largely a regular figure across his two seasons at Huish Park, but was released following their relegation from the Football League. Spells at Port Vale and Wealdstone then followed, returning to non-league permanently with his move to the latter, before signing for Sutton midway through the 2020/21 campaign. He appeared 14 times for the U’s and was a part of the side that secured promotion to League Two under Matt Gray, but his stay at Gander Green Lane would prove to be brief as he was released at the end of the campaign. A return to Wealdstone was then followed by stints at Woking and Barnet, where he currently resides, and has racked up almost 200 appearances in the National League, while he will likely earn his first promotion since Sutton with the Bees currently leading the way at the top of the table, and need a point to return to the fourth tier. Mike Hudson was back in the stands at Huish Park for the Good Friday visit from Forest Green Rovers The goal came from a set piece – perhaps not a total shock given the sheer physical presence of some of their players – but until that point we’d handled their aerial threat brilliantly Unfortunately there was a momentary lapse of concentration/organisation and it cost us dearly Looking back at both games against Forest Green Rovers this season we can feel very hard done by to have come away with only a point We came out swinging. Similarly to the Oldham game and their players potentially keeping one eye on the playoffs In tough conditions we took the game to them and asked the question; ‘are you up for this?’ Our great start meant that our goal was fully deserved when it came as was Sonny Blu who celebrated hitting the back of the net again with a composed finish I’d also like to give a shout out to Harry Kite who is continuing to show us just what a player he is the story of the day would turn out to be just as much about the chances we didn’t take and also saw a goal-bound effort cleared off the line (he probably should have done better) Add to that being denied a stonewall penalty (from my perspective) as McGuckin was denied a certain tap home goal and the game could and should have been put to bed You can still vote for your Man of the Match from the Good Friday game against Forest Green Rovers – HERE You always want your substitutes to have an impact on a game it wasn’t the kind of impact Mark Cooper would’ve hoped for Our starting eleven included players still returning to fitness But there’s no denying it — after the substitutions and the goal we conceded came from a rare moment of defensive disorganisation Forest Green showed off the depth of their squad with the likes of Joe Quigley and Tom Knowles (DFILWF) coming onto the pitch Mark Cooper has been forced to change his starting line up of late which has also led to a change in set up and tactics The manager mentioned again that with the change in personnel we’ve had to sacrifice some of the controlled possession based football we have become accustomed to These players and this new approach has arguably been far easier on the eye There have been times at Hush Park this season where it’s been hard to figure out what our game plan has been It’s felt like we’ve been afraid to lose the ball and haven’t been able to strike the right balance between control and speed caused both Oldham and Forest Green Rovers all kinds of problems but I’m sure these last few positive home outings will have raised some questions for Mark Cooper It would be nice to think an update might be on the way soon I’m not a fan of Cooperball and worry that he will return to it as soon as his son is fully fit and he can put him back in the centre of midfield to stifle any attacking and creative play You’re absolutely right the subs changed the game No team can really cope with that much reorganisation and play as fluently I came away from the game having enjoyed it more than any other I’ve seen this season I hope we stick to this style of play (but doubt we will) Yeovil Town Football Club are delighted to confirm that there will be a price freeze on season tickets for the upcoming 2025/26 season As we look ahead to another exciting year at Huish Park we’re pleased to offer loyal Glovers fans the opportunity to renew their seats at the same great value as last season we’re also making a positive change to our junior ticketing: The ‘Accompanied Under 12’ category is now being extended to an ‘Accompanied Under 14’.This means children can enjoy cheaper tickets up to the age of 14 – however all under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.This update is in line with guidance from the National League and NSPCC and is part of our ongoing commitment to the safety and wellbeing of young people attending matches at Huish Park Supporters wishing to renew their season tickets should follow the steps below: If you experience any difficulties or need to make amendments to your current ticket, please contact the Ticket Office directly by emailing: ticketoffice@ytfc.net We’d like to thank all supporters for their incredible backing and look forward to welcoming you back to Huish Park for another unforgettable season. as they take on Sutton United at Huish Park on Saturday Yeovil have been in good form compared to their upcoming opponents over the last five games Last time out, the Glovers lost 1-0 away to Eastleigh on Easter Monday, Mark Cooper’s side went behind half an hour into the game and things weren’t helped when on loan winger Otis Khan got sent off seven minutes later it’s been tough going over their previous five fixtures United faired similarly to Yeovil on the last match day losing at home to table topping Barnet 3-1 The centre back has been pivotal to defensive solidity in recent seasons for the Glovers and it has been no different this campaign Since his comeback from injury a couple games ago Williams has been a presence that will have been missed by players and fans alike Although the deputising Frankie Terry has done a great job Williams brings the experience needed for closing out a season Centre-Forward Davies has been in fine form for The U’s this season bagging 18 goals in total He is however in somewhat of a ‘down patch’ with no goal in his last four games he has also been a consistent figure head at the top of the pitch This has led to him scoring a goal every 195 minutes Davies has also contributed with three assists as well Yeovil boss Mark Cooper gave his thoughts on Saturday’s opposition I’m sure he will be desperate to win every game but that’s every week and I expect they’ve watched us over the last few weeks and will be expecting the same.” Sutton boss Steve Morison made plenty of references to Tuesday night’s National League Cup final against Leeds United the Us are playing their second game in the week after a 3-1 home defeat to champions elect Barnet on Easter Monday a match marred by a sending off of defender Tyler French – a decision Morison revealed he had got an apology for Speaking to the club’s YouTube channel ahead of the game the former Millwall striker said: “We have had the necessary conversations and had an apology from the official for the way the situation was handled I had a personal phone call about it which I appreciated It doesn’t put points back on the board but it does at least show you that you’re not going mad “My big focus is to get energy and enthusiasm in to the game and for it not to become just a testimonial-type fixture where two teams are just going through the motions.  “Yeovil will be really pleased with how they have done this season they have lost some big players which are hard to deal with financially they have a really good manager and they are a really good team.” Yeovil and Sutton have faced off a total of 20 times over the years with the head to head being fairly even When the Glovers and U’s last met, it finished a goalless draw at Gander Green Lane back in September. Lewis Simper is the only ex-Glover to note. The midfielder, was on loan from Cambridge United at Huish Park during the 2021/22 season making just the one appearance. Due to Otis Khan’s sending off in the last game, he is now missing for the final two games. Defender Tyler French is suspended for Sutton as his own sending off on Easter Monday. The Gloverscast is a volunteer run website which costs money to maintain. If ever you feel like supporting with our running costs, which include our website hosting, Zoom subscription, The Daily Glove, we’d be extremely grateful for your donations. Tom Bailey is back with his Five Conclusions from Yeovil’s game against Sutton United Not the most enthralling game… it wasn’t a classic it was exactly what it was on the tin – two mid-table sides slugging it out making sloppy mistakes and missing good chances two really well taken goals (the first admittedly was assisted by some shoddy defending but still a solid header) were simply the difference in an otherwise average Harry Kite is some player. If we can somehow convince Harry Kite to stay with us next season I think we’ll already be off to a great start cos this guy is pretty good at this football malarkey linking the defence to the attack effortlessly and his vision is unrivalled in this team with Sonny Blu a very close second A midfield of Kite alongside McGavin next season makes me excited to think of what may come next season The initiatives worked again! Kids for a Quid was in place once again today and it’s continued to prove its worth – 3,566 were in attendance today attendances have risen above the season average showing how important something like this is to a family-based it’s just a shame the Thatchers Terrace didn’t get one more goal to enjoy Maybe something for the new owners to consider putting in place more frequently… Yeovil Town fell to a 2-1 defeat against Sutton United in their final home fixture of the Vanarama National League season at Huish Park. Despite leading at the break through Ciaran McGuckin’s composed finish, second-half goals from Siju Odelusi and Lewis Simper saw the visitors take all three points, with Simper assisting one and scoring the other. Sutton United fashioned the first opportunity of the afternoon when Kain Adom struck from distance, though his effort flew harmlessly over the bar. Moments later, the Glovers came agonisingly close to opening the scoring. Harvey Greenslade delivered from the right and, after a defensive mix-up, Sonny Blu Lo-Everton found himself with the ball at his feet inside the area, but was unable to get his shot away. The loose ball then fell to McGuckin, whose close-range effort was blocked at the last moment. The match settled into a relaxed rhythm until the 23rd minute when Sutton’s Nana Boateng forced Aidan Stone into a smart save, tipping a fierce drive over the crossbar. Yeovil remained a threat on the counter, and just before the half-hour mark, McGuckin threaded a fine pass into Lo-Everton, whose low shot was well saved by the visiting goalkeeper. The breakthrough came shortly after. On 30 minutes, McGuckin raced onto a through ball and expertly lifted his finish over the onrushing goalkeeper to put Yeovil ahead. The Glovers almost doubled their advantage in first-half stoppage time when Charlie Cooper let fly from distance, only to see his powerful strike cannon back off the post. Sutton came out strongly after the restart and drew level within minutes. A well-delivered free-kick from Simper found Siju Odelusi at the back post, who headed home to make it 1-1. Lo-Everton had another chance to restore Yeovil’s lead, but after slipping at the crucial moment, his effort went wide of the target. The visitors completed the turnaround midway through the half when Simper, having earlier provided the assist, powered a low shot into the bottom corner from inside the box. The game became increasingly scrappy in the closing stages, with much of the play condensed in midfield. Yeovil pushed for an equaliser late on, and Jake Wannell came within inches of levelling deep into stoppage time, but his close-range strike was brilliantly saved by the Sutton goalkeeper. The final whistle confirmed defeat for Yeovil in their final home outing of the season. The Glovers will now look to end the campaign on a high when they travel to Aldershot Town on Monday 5th May. We can be proud of the performance in the circumstances given. It was a fairly even first 35 minutes in my opinion even with their goal coming in that timeframe; we looked really good going down the right hand side I think we’d have stuck one of those chances away you cannot react like that on a football pitch Eastleigh didn’t offer much else in the second half sitting back and absorbing the attacks that Yeovil threw at them 55 minutes being a man down away from home I think we can be happy with the performance The atmosphere generated by the travelling fans was awesome my spot in the South Stand giving me the best of both worlds as I heard both seated and standing fans chanting and boosting the team and the 600+ in attendance on Monday was testament to that I know that attendances aren’t everything and I’m sure the team feels that – keep it up you Glovers Fearlessness was a really welcome presence. We’ve heard Mark Cooper mention before about not wanting to turn games into basketball matches which can lead to some safe football in order to effectively dominate teams and in turn beat them However I want to give Mark and all the players some credit for the manner of the performance on Monday and could easily have retreated into ourselves and jumped to damage limitation and later Lewys Twamley; all three gave us some width and pace up top allowing us to pile the pressure onto the Eastleigh backline with 11 men I really do think we’d have left with a point at the bare minimum Rule 1… this one won’t be a big one but I don’t think he had a good game… sure including a Sims shot being tipped over the bar by the ‘keeper for a… goal kick While it didn’t directly cause our defeat SAY… I know that feels a bit “tinpot” to say but I’m delighted that we’re staying up A lot of us had mid table ambitions for the season some even higher – a topsy turvy season has led to playoff hopes but in the end it all worked out ok – another season of National League football confirmed which I’m confident we can do with the right backing and recruitment and get behind the club as a collective going into next season A Major milestone in the regeneration of Yeovil has been reached with the start of demolition work on Glovers Walk by Somerset Council’s contractors Glovers Walk was bought by Somerset Council in September 2024 thanks to Government funding from the Future High Street Fund (FHSF) Long-term the plan is for redevelopment of the 2.2 acre site for mixed use aimed at providing a foundation for economic regeneration of the area as part of a revitalised town centre A new transport interchange forms part of the plans and throughout the demolition process a passenger waiting room and toilets will be reinstated at the town’s bus station Plans for this transition phase which will include artwork on the hoardings around the site will be shared in more detail later this month Yeovil Refresh is a major investment in the town and the Glovers Walk site will be an integral part of a rejuvenated town centre It is really exciting to get to this next stage – this site has so much to offer and we’re grateful to the community and local partners for their input so far It is going to take time and we want to ensure we bring local people with us – so far their views have been vital to understanding what the future site will look like The demolition of Glovers Walk is a significant step forward in Yeovil’s regeneration this site has stood as a symbol of decline—but now it represents an opportunity for fresh ideas I’m particularly pleased to see Somerset Council working in partnership with community groups like Love Yeovil and Yeovil Art Space to ensure local voices shape the future of the town centre Once a longer-term plan for the site has been agreed Somerset Council will be seeking a development partner to deliver it Yeovil Town will be looking to rise again as they travel to Eastleigh on Easter Monday It’s been a tough run of form for Eastleigh without a win in their last eight matches and than coming against relegation-haunted (and now relegated) Ebbsfleet United on home soil back at the start of March The Spitfires did have a good result on Good Friday with a 1-1 draw away at champions elect Barnet where Paul McCallum a name synonymous with the top of the National League’s scoring charts took advantage of a defensive mix-up to put them ahead.  This should serve as a notice to Yeovil that there is still plenty of quality in their hosts’ squad on Easter Monday Their last three fixtures at the Silverlake Stadium have seen them beaten by Southend United and held to a draw by FC Halifax Town and Hartlepool United Good Friday’s 1-1 draw at home to play-off candidates Forest Green Rovers The performance against Forest Green built on a good showing in the previous match at home to Oldham Athletic and manager Mark Cooper will be looking for his side to carry on that form on Easter Monday Who would have bet on Sonny being a key player a couple of months ago Having been a regular until the end of November the 4-0 defeat at York City seemed to be the death knell for his career at Huish Park The former Watford youngster disappeared with a mystery injury and was reportedly placed on the transfer list and had a trial in the Middle East come the home match against Tamworth in mid-February he was back and straight in the starting XI leaving fans wondering where was he during those dark months Those last few games I talk about have been the last two in particular at home to Oldham and then Forest Green on Good Friday Lo-Everton has scored three in two for the Glovers showing that he can be a crucial cog in the midfield for Mark Cooper The winger has been the main man for Eastleigh this season with 12 goals to his name and eight assists It’s not only been his goal contributions but the fact he has stayed fit almost all season Shade has got over 3,200 minutes in 40 appearances for the Spitfires The last four games have been slow for the St Kitts & Nevis international Eastleigh manager and former Southampton goalkeeper Kelvin Davis spoke about the match following the 1-1 draw at Barnet in Good Friday’s televised match He said: “The challenge is whether we can recreate that level of focus and determination and Yeovil are going well and have picked up some strong results in recent times we are at home and we do want to finish strong and show every individual that puts on the shirt wants to give their best.” In his post-match comments following the draw with Forest Green Yeovil boss Mark Cooper said he expected to make changes for the match with several of the team which started on Friday having just come back from injury He said: “The boys that were bit part today and (Jake) Wannell will have to be fit for Monday to give us a chance to put some bodies out there The main thing for us is to get as many points as we can and carry that in to the summer that was a real backing for the team and the boys need that every week I guarantee the players will run like they did again today.“ There has only ever been nine games between the Glovers and the Spitfires with Yeovil having the better head to head record Eastleigh have two wins with there being three draws With Yeovil’s goals coming from Sean McGurk and Morgan Williams After the Forest Green match where every other player had some kind of a connection with both clubs Eastleigh second choice goalkeeper Tommy Scott is the only one for this match He started out in the Under-18s set-up at Huish Park before making the move to Southampton’s B team where he made a few appearances before dropping in to non-League where he did a tour of the South Coast with spells at Hamworthy United Wimborne Town and W*ymouth before signing for Eastleigh in the summer of 2023 The Coasters are back on the road this weekend as we take on Yeovil Town at Huish Park David Longwell and Chris Neal’s side will be looking for back-to-back wins after earning a huge three points against Forest Green Rovers on Saturday afternoon Despite facing a side third in the National League standings Fylde refused to be beaten as goals from Will Hugill Harry Davis and Nick Haughton saw the Coasters pick up a big win Yeovil ran out victorious in the previous meeting earlier in the campaign coming from 2-0 down to win 4-3 in a rollercoaster clash at Mill Farm Nick Haughton scored twice that day with Tyler Roberts claiming his first Fylde goal Mark Cooper has been at Yeovil since October 2022 and brought success back to Somerset as the club were promoted back up at the first attempt following a disappointing relegation The promotion-winning season of 2023/24 was Cooper’s third in a managerial career spanning two decades Wakefield-born Cooper turned professional with Bristol City in 1987 before joining Exeter City where he made 50 league appearances in two-years at the Grecians He switched to Birmingham City in September 1991 prior to representing Fulham and a second spell at Exeter in February 1994 where he spent two years back in Devon Cooper was appointed as Kettering Town manager winning the Conference North in his first year and would go onto manage 128 league games as Poppies boss A brief spell as Peterborough United manager between November 2009 and January 2010 was followed by his appointment at Darlington in the June of the same year enjoying a Wembley win as they overcame Mansfield Town in the 2011 FA Trophy Final Later positions saw Cooper manage Kettering again and AFC Telford United joining Swindon as Kevin McDonald’s assistant and was appointed as manager at the County Ground in August 2013 Having overseen Swindon’s run to the play-off final the previous term Cooper departed the Robins in October 2015 but he was back in management with Notts County prior to his return Forest Green Rovers in May 2016 Cooper was Forest Green manager for just under five years – taking the Green Devils to the EFL through a play-off win under the Wembley arch in May 2017 Leaving the New Lawn in April 2021 after 255 games at the helm Cooper made the move to Barrow a month later The 55-year-old has been at Yeovil for nearly two years and led the Glovers to promotion last season Tickets are on sale for the clash in somerset and can be bought online here Away supporters can purchase tickets in the corner of the Screwfix Stand with the away section clearly labelled online * Please note that proof of ID will be required in order to gain the armed forces discount Travel is also available for Saturday’s trip to Huish Park with details as follows: The Coasters will be wearing their yellow and black away kit ahead of the clash with the Glovers If you are not attending the game on Saturday afternoon Coasters Live will be on air from 2:50pm for the 3pm kick-off It is the only place where you can listen to full-match commentary of every AFC Fylde fixture To listen to Coasters Live commentaries on Mixlr, please CLICK HERE You can also follow the game through our social media channels below with full text coverage during the fixture X: @AFCFylde Facebook: @AFCFyldeOfficial Instagram: @afc_fylde With Thomas Tuchel announcing a first-ever England call-up for former Glover Dan Burn, we take a moment to reflect on other players who have worn both the green and white of Yeovil Town and the iconic Three Lions. Dan Burn joined Yeovil Town on loan from Fulham for the 2012/13 season and played a key role in the club’s promotion to the Championship. The towering centre-back made 34 appearances, scoring twice during his time at Huish Park, and his standout performances helped secure Yeovil’s place in the League One play-offs. In the final, Burn scored a decisive header against Brentford, which secured the club’s first-ever promotion to the Championship. After his loan spell at Yeovil, Burn went on to play for Wigan Athletic and Brighton & Hove Albion, eventually establishing himself at Newcastle United. His form with the Magpies in the Premier League earned him an England call-up, and he now has the chance to make his international debut this weekend. Sam Johnstone’s time at Yeovil Town came during a loan spell in 2013, when he was sent from Manchester United to gain first-team experience in the Championship. Johnstone only made one appearance for the Glovers, after sustaining a finger injury before his only appearance against Burnley. Following his return to Manchester United, Johnstone moved to clubs like Wigan Athletic and West Bromwich Albion, where he became a key player between the sticks. His impressive performances at club level led to a call-up to the England squad in 2021. Johnstone made his England debut in a 3-0 win against the USA and has since earned several caps, becoming one of the country’s top goalkeepers in the Premier League. Goalkeeper Alex McCarthy had a crucial loan spell at Yeovil Town during the 2009/10 season, coming from Reading to gain regular first-team football. McCarthy made a significant impact, keeping 12 clean sheets in 44 league appearances and helping Yeovil finish mid-table in League One. His time at Huish Park was integral to his development, as he built confidence and gained the experience needed to progress in his career. After returning to Reading, McCarthy’s performances eventually earned him a move to Southampton, where he solidified his position as a Premier League goalkeeper. In 2018, McCarthy made his England debut in a 3-0 victory against the USA, becoming one of the select few former Yeovil players to represent the national team. Ryan Mason joined Yeovil Town on loan from Tottenham Hotspur in 2009 and quickly became a key figure in the midfield, making 28 appearances and scoring six goals in his season with the Glovers. Mason’s loan spell at Huish Park proved instrumental in his development as a player, allowing him to gain valuable experience in senior football. After returning to Spurs, Mason broke into the first team and went on to have a successful career at Tottenham and Hull City. In 2015, Mason earned his only senior England cap, coming on as a substitute in a 1-1 draw against Italy. Tragically, Mason’s career was cut short in 2018 after a serious head injury, but his time at Yeovil remains an important part of his journey. Andros Townsend’s first professional loan spell came at Yeovil Town in 2009, when he joined the club from Tottenham Hotspur at just 18 years old. Townsend made 10 appearances for Yeovil, scoring once, and his pace and flair quickly caught the eye. After returning to Tottenham, Townsend had several loan spells before becoming a key player at Spurs. His form earned him an England call-up, and in 2013, he made his senior debut. Townsend went on to earn 13 caps for England, scoring three goals, before continuing his career at clubs like Crystal Palace and now Antalyaspor in Turkey. Steven Caulker began his professional career at Yeovil Town, where he spent a season on loan from Tottenham Hotspur. During his time at Yeovil, he made a significant impact, playing 46 games and showcasing his defensive talents. His solid performances at Yeovil helped him gain attention and earn a spot in Tottenham’s senior team, marking the start of his rise in top-flight English football. Graham Roberts is best known for his successful playing career at Tottenham Hotspur, where he won two FA Cups and a UEFA Cup. After leaving Spurs in 1986, Roberts moved to Rangers, where he helped the club win the Scottish Premier Division title. He later had spells at Chelsea and West Bromwich Albion before transitioning into management, becoming player-manager at Yeovil Town in 1995. At Yeovil, Roberts helped shape the squad and instilled a competitive edge. He played a key role in the club’s progress during his tenure, though he is perhaps best remembered for his leadership on the pitch. Roberts earned his first England cap in 1983, and despite not earning many appearances for the national team, he remained an important figure in English football throughout his career. Kevin Reeves was a prolific goal-scorer for Norwich City and Manchester City during his career. After retiring early due to an arthritic hip injury, Reeves joined Yeovil Town in 1983 for a brief spell, making 8 appearances and scoring 3 goals. Despite his short time at Huish Park, Reeves’ extensive playing experience was invaluable to the club during his tenure. Reeves earned two England caps in 1979, making appearances against Bulgaria and Northern Ireland. Although his international career was limited, Reeves’ impact on the club and his later coaching roles proved his lasting contribution to football, including his work at Burnley, Birmingham City, and several other clubs. Louis Page enjoyed a successful playing career, representing clubs like Burnley and Manchester United before joining Yeovil & Petters United in 1933. He registered as a player-manager and led the team through several successful campaigns. Page earned seven international caps for England, with his first cap coming in 1927. Notably, he scored a goal in a 9-1 victory over Belgium, showcasing his skill at the international level. As player-manager at Yeovil & Petters United, Page guided the team to success, including topping the Southern League West Section and Western League Division 1. His time at the club was integral to its development, and his leadership both on and off the pitch made a lasting impact on the club’s history. Dick Pym was an experienced goalkeeper who had a distinguished career, most notably with Bolton Wanderers, where he won three FA Cups and earned three England caps. Pym was a key figure in Bolton’s 1923 FA Cup victory, known as the “White Horse Final.” After leaving Bolton in 1930, he had a brief spell at Yeovil & Petters United, adding his experience to the club for one season before retiring from football. Pym earned his first England cap in 1925, and despite his time at Yeovil being short, his contributions to both Bolton and England left a lasting legacy in football history. Having gone a goal down when Chris Maguire put the home side in front after half-an-hour, Khan grappled with the experienced frontman five minutes later and appeared to throw an elbow at him leaving referee Harry Wager with no choice but to brandish the red card. That left Yeovil with a numerical disadvantage throughout the second half and, despite more than holding their own, they were unable to find an equaliser. There were chances for Yeovil at the start of the game and Josh Sims forced a good save from Eastleigh keeper Joe McDonnell towards the end, but a failure to take their chances and the red card proved too much in the end. The first chance came after just 40 seconds when Eastleigh captain Chris Maguire got away from Marcel Lavinier, who was in for the Alex Whittle at left back, Lo Everton found Kyrell Wilson running in to the box, he got away from his defender and his shot beat Joe McDonnell in the hosts’ goal but it was blocked on the line. Strange referee Harry Wager pulled play back for an offside. On 12 minutes, Wilson got away down the right and got a great ball in to Otis Khan in the centre of the box and his effort was deflected wide by Luis Fernandez for a corner. Great opportunity to open the scoring. After a strong start, the game settled down with neither side creating anything to trouble the keeper until Jai Semenyo’s effort was turned away by Aidan Stone. After a strong start from the visitors, Eastleigh have reshuffled their back line to commit more players forward and have come back in to it. But on the half-hour mark Eastleigh took the lead as they took advantage of some sloppy Yeovil defending. Angel Waruih got away down the right side and had time to feed it to Chris MAGUIRE who stepped in to the box and hit a shot across Stone and in to the corner of the next.  There was a worrying moment soon after when Harvey Greenslade tried to get away down the right side and was sent crashing to the ground and was clutching his shoulder. That is the same injury which kept him out for a couple of months at the start of the season, but the striker seemed to shrug it off and played on. Keep an eye on that one…. Eastleigh’s tails are now up and Semenyo pulled one wide on 35 minutes and then Yeovil’s afternoon got worse. Otis Khan elbowed Maguire to the floor and was given the easiest red card the referee will give all season. Maguire, an experienced campaigner, has made the most of it, but utterly brainless from Khan.  Three minutes in to first half injury time, Eastleigh tried to work an opening down their left side with Nathan Tshikuna eventually feeding Shade who was one-on-one with Stone on the edge of the six-yard box. The keeper made a fine stop. From the resulting goal kick, Greenslade was shoved in the back by Fernandez and crashed to the turf again. He’s holding his shoulder again and this time he’s not going to be able to continue. No substitution was made, but I’ll be amazed if we see Harvey Greenslade in this second half. Mark Cooper quite justifiably asking how that is not a booking for Fernandez. After a bright opening 15 minutes, it has gone from bad to worse for Yeovil and you feel it is going to take quite a shift up through the gears to change it in the second half. Well, consider me amazed. Harvey Greenslade is back out for the start of the second half. Eastleigh are starting the second half like they finished the first, doubling up on Yeovil in wide positions. Soon after the restart, the rain began to fall heavily in Hampshire and that triggered a couple of changes from Yeovil. In the 53rd minute my amazement reduced as Ciaran McGuckin came on to replace Greenslade, with Josh Sims replacing Michael Smith. It still looked like a back four with Sims going in at right back, whilst McGuckin joined Wilson as a front two. Despite having a man disadvantage, Yeovil are not giving up here and are pressing forward with Lavinier in particular causing problems down the right side. But, despite that, Joe McDonnell in the Eastleigh goal as not been forced in to a meaningful save. There were a couple of changes for the visitors with Charlie Cooper replacing Harry Kite after 75 minutes and then Lewys Twamley (yes, he exists) replaces Lavinier. On 85 minutes, Yeovil had a great opportunity when Sims picked the ball up on the left and tried to curl one in to the top corner, it was flicked over the bar by McDonnell. Amazingly the referee adjudged McDonnell had not touched it and gave a goal kick. Another great chance to add to a couple at the start of the match. As the game ticked in to injury time another good break forward found Sims bursting forward and he tried to curl one again, McGuckin tried in vain to get his head on it but it went harmlessly wide. Attendance: 2,657  (642 away supporters) Substitutes:  Ciaran McGuckin (for Harvey Greenslade, 53), Josh Sims (for Michael Sims, 53), Charlie Cooper (for Harry Kite, 78), Lewys Twamley (for Marcel Lavinier, 83), Alex Whittle (not used), Dom Bernard (not used), Matt Gould (not used). Eastleigh: Joe McDonnell, Luis Fernandez, Ludwig Francillette, Chris Maguire (for Richard Brindley, 73), Tyrese Shade, Angel Waruih, Corey Panter, Noa Boutin (for Jake Vokins, 46), Ben Close, Jai Semenyo (for Paul McCallum, 57), Nathan Tshikuna (for Lee Hodson, 78). Substitutes (not used):  Lloyd Humphries, Connor Underhill, Tommy Scott. The Robins took the lead on the half-hour mark when Tylor Golden got on the end of Tom Crawford's cross to convert at the back post The home side's lead lasted just two minutes as Frankie Terry poked the ball past Caleb Ansen to equalise for Yeovil Regan Linney twice came close for Altrincham after the break before Lewis Baines scored with two minutes remaining to secure the three points Greenslade at 60 minutesSubstitutesNumber 22 Wannell Match OfficialsReferee: Dale BainesAssistant Referee 1: Martin ParkerAssistant Referee 2: David HolmesFourth Official: Kavan HurnMatch StatsKey Kyle Ferguson added some fight. I thought our latest loanee had nastiness and a bit of bite that we’ve been lacking recently. He won his headers and gave Josh Stones a rough afternoon. The son of Rangers legend Barry Ferguson certainly looks like he’s up for a scrap and if were looking over our shoulder, someone of that character is what we need. He was at fault for the penalty which Ollie Pearce converted, but I thought we looked stronger with him in the back line. My son and I are the “rational, reasonable and real supporters” mentioned above in your fifth point and although season tickets holders we did not attend yesterday as after Tuesday night’s performance we were so dejected we honestly couldn’t bear to go and watch yesterday. The home games this season have been well below par and if you only watch those them you have every right to grumble! Even though it’s a three hour round trip for me, I absolutely love going to HP to watch Yeo. I love spending my Saturdays with mates, chatting about all things football. But this dire, unimaginative, and shot-shy approach to the game has put me off going. His abrasive and prickly approach to interviews is also beginning to become very frustrating. I appreciate the bloke is under alot of pressure at the moment, but he’s always been like that even when we were in the NLS. If that’s what he’s like in these public settings, then I can only imagine what he’s like to work with. These same criticisms of Cooper have followed him from most of his previous clubs. Thanks for the comment, Benji. We like to think the Gloverscast is a broad church and what we always try to do is offer a little balance and context to things. It’s easy to jump one way or another as a football fan, I’ve backed things I really never should have (like the decision to divide the club’s assets) and opposed things I shouldn’t have as well, but as I get older (yes, I’m old!) I realise nothing in life is black or white. If we agree on nothing else but our desire to see Yeovil Town be successful, I’ll take that. Thanks again for the comment and please continue to post and challenge us, we’re not afraid to be told we’re wrong. Spot on with your final point, and very refreshing to read something so open and honest. It’s exactly how so many ‘rational, reasonable & real’ fans are feeling. As someone who has been going to see Yeovil since the last year at Huish, and has missed exams and weddings in the past to attend games, the fact I decided to spend yesterday afternoon elsewhere should speak volumes. Have I missed the podcast explaining your expulsion? Is Trump now running the press room? Would it be possible please for you to explain the story re the expulsion. The fact MC sees a 0-1 defeat as a success, speaks volumes. I’m usually quite positive/pragmatic and understand that we won’t compete with the likes of Barnet, FGR, York et al financially but…. What irks me most is we were once a Giant Killer – in league and cup. We were in non-league terms, a club that the bigger teams would fear – especially at fortress Huish Park. HP used to be hostile, awkward for oppo goalies, but recently we have seeming shrugged our shoulders and accepted our place. Four without scoring or seven without a win is acceptable, somehow doesn’t seem right. We never had “money” in the 90’s, yet even as a PT team (except for maybe 1994-95), the club still managed to put together a squad that could.compete, fight, put on a performance to beat the teams expected to win the league.or be at the top end. We’d even pull off a cup giant killing once in a while! Can’t remember the last giant killing? I can stomach a mid table finish, as long as the team/management gives it’s all in the last X games; never stops trying, never accepts 0-1 as a benchmark or uses excuses of comparing finances, resources, or squad size of our opponents. For once I want to hear MC say.in his presser: “…we are going out there to win!”, not praise the opposition before they set foot on the pitch. Talk our own team up, show some enthusiasm man! That will translate on to the pitch rather than the dourness of bemoaning out lot which does the same. We are where we are because of many reasons, some of them not MCs fault…but some are within his control and he is responsible for sorting that out. For next season, I’d like to see a bigger squad. Eighteen is OK for the first few months, but as we’ve seen, this season and last, it is not enough when the injuries mount up; we then have to get loan players in who need time to settle in and who may even be recalled by their parent clubs. 100% agree Andy. Build the team around a solid base (which we would have without our injury crisis), we lack players who can support when those inevitable injuries and suspensions come along. Only then supplement with loans….not the other way around where we pin our hopes on 18-21 year olds from L1/L2. Mark Cooper didn’t recruit properly during the Summer & then failed to address the issues during the season & it’s now come back to bite him. This team is built around Charlie Cooper. Look at how many more exciting midfielders have come and gone in the past 18 months. We won 14 games in a row without him but since then we’ve lacked flair and goals. Until he moves on Cooper Snr will not change the style of play or his recruitment policy. Martin Hellier funded Yeovil Town's National League South title-winning campaign last season Yeovil Town owner Martin Hellier has stepped down from the chairmanship of the club having suffered online abuse from some fans he said it had been "a privilege" to serve in the role but shareholder Stuart Robins would take over as interim chairman while a new owner is found "I am proud of the significant changes made around the club changes that I believe will benefit it for years to come," Hellier said "Helping the club regain its place in the National League was a key milestone and while the journey has had its challenges due to the pressures placed on myself and my family I have made the decision to step away from my role." The businessman has been in charge at Huish Park for almost two years and funded his side's promotion back to the National League last season The Glovers - whose 16-season stay in the English Football League ended in 2019 - are currently 13th in the fifth tier "I fully intend to sell the club and leave as soon as a suitable buyer is found," Hellier said earlier in a statement on social media "It's simply not worth losing the money to be abused and my children abused and so on "I would ask in the meantime that you stop the endless online harassment and abuse The relationship between Hellier and the fans has been uneasy for some time have been banned from Huish Park for comments made on social media The banning orders led to a backlash from supporters on social media directed at Hellier who responded with abusive posts of his own Yeovil fan Jonathan Hooper posted a picture of a letter he received from the club telling him that he had been banned because of his comments online "In a way I expected it because I'd seen other fans getting similar letters before me," he said "The whole atmosphere around the club is becoming toxic but at the same time everything I have done has not been abusive I have been critical but I haven't been aggressive Hooper said he had also posted on social media to tell other fans to stop abusing Hellier "One day in particular his son was getting particular abuse and I did put a tweet out saying 'come on this isn't fair to him or the family'," added Hooper the Glovers cruised to the National League South title last season although recently published accounts show the club made a loss of almost £2.8m in the process "My investment provided the club with the funds needed to get through and provided you with football and promotion to the NL (National League) but has given me nothing but abuse and minus £4m personal deficit," Hellier added Now leave me alone until the end of the season." but will Yamal build legacy to rival Messi Premier League reaction & Champions League race latest as Forest draw at Palace Trailblazer Zhao set to take snooker to 'another level' in China The final series of Man Like Mobeen has arrived John Simm stars in the provocative 90s drama Warm-hearted comedy with Ben Miller and Sally Phillips Follow two ambitious river restoration projects Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week Alexander-Arnold leaves as modern Liverpool great - but fans will feel hurt Zhao beats Williams in historic final - highlights VideoZhao beats Williams in historic final - highlights 'Scheffler and DeChambeau wins further raise US PGA excitement levels' Match-fixing scandal to Crucible champion - fall and rise of Zhao 'We need to take a look at ourselves' - Arsenal stalling at wrong time Palmer's brilliance could be key moment in Chelsea's Champions League quest Europa League 'papering over cracks' for Man Utd - Rooney VideoEuropa League 'papering over cracks' for Man Utd - Rooney Ask Me Anything the new BBC Sport service designed to serve you Bayern's 'James Bond' - how Kane clinched his first trophy Nine bolters with a shot of making the Lions squad How 'absolutely outstanding' Palmer 'destroyed' Liverpool VideoHow 'absolutely outstanding' Palmer 'destroyed' Liverpool Still number one & 'sparring' with Draper - return of Sinner Saints 'punch' favourites Leinster in game for the ages VideoVardy the best £1m ever spent - Shearer Poppy's tears Elton John & Happy Gilmore - McIlroy on Jimmy Fallon show Two opposing views on football's transgender ban Yeovil Town slipped to a narrow defeat on Easter Monday as a first half goal from Chris Maguire and a red card for Otis Khan saw them leave Eastleigh empty handed. Despite a strong second half showing, the Glovers couldn’t find an equaliser and fell just short in South Hampshire. There were four changes to the side that drew with Forest Green Rovers, with Marcel Lavinier, Michael Smith, Kyrell Wilson and Otis Khan all coming into the starting eleven. It was a dramatic start, with the hosts nearly going ahead inside the opening minute. Chris Maguire’s cross from the right looped over everyone and clipped the crossbar. Yeovil responded well and were soon on the front foot. Sonny Blu Lo-Everton sent a shot wide and Kyrell Wilson was denied a clear strike at goal after the ball was ruled to have struck his hand in the build-up. All of this happened inside the first five minutes. Wilson looked lively down the right and created two good chances. One cross was easily gathered by Eastleigh goalkeeper Joe McDonnell, while the next found Khan in the box, whose deflected shot skimmed just past the post. Eastleigh grew into the game with Jai Semenyo causing problems. His first shot from distance was easily saved by Aidan Stone, but his second was a more dangerous effort that the Yeovil keeper had to beat away. Soon after, Eastleigh took the lead. A move started by Maguire saw Tyrese Shade roll the ball back into his path, and the Eastleigh number seven finished calmly past Stone to make it 1-0. The goal gave the home side confidence, and they pushed for a second. Things went from bad to worse for Yeovil just before the break. A coming together between Khan and Maguire ended with Khan throwing an arm towards the Eastleigh man, and the referee showed a straight red card. That incident bringing an early end to Khan’s loan spell with the Glovers. Yeovil managed to hold firm until half time, with Stone making another smart stop to deny Shade in added time. The second half kicked off under pouring rain, but Yeovil didn’t let the red card affect them. In fact, they looked the more determined side after the break and gave it everything in search of an equaliser. Changes came early in the half, with Harvey Greenslade and Michael Smith replaced by Ciaran McGuckin and Josh Sims. Eastleigh still had moments going forward, but never did enough to seriously trouble Stone. Substitute Paul McCallum headed towards goal at the back post but Stone gathered it comfortably. Charlie Cooper came on for Harry Kite as the Glovers looked to freshen things in midfield, and they continued to grow into the game. The travelling support — 624 fans who never stopped singing — did their best to lift the players in the final stages. Sonny Blu Lo-Everton curled a free kick wide before Lewys Twamley came on for Marcel Lavinier. Josh Sims was Yeovil’s brightest spark late on. He cut in from the left and fired a shot that appeared to take a touch off McDonnell, but the officials awarded a goal kick. As the clock ticked into added time, Yeovil kept pushing. Chances fell to Sims and Lo-Everton again, but both efforts drifted wide and time eventually ran out. Results elsewhere meant Yeovil’s safety in the National League was confirmed. With two games remaining, the Glovers can now look forward to their final home fixture of the season this Saturday against Sutton United at Huish Park. It was former Glovers’ loanee Ryan Inniss, who scored a late, late winner in the reverse fixture in Gloucestershire on New Year’s Day, who was there to stab home after a late corner was headed goalwards by substitute Joe Quigley. The result was a harsh reflection on another impressive performance from Yeovil against one of the division top sides. They took the lead when Sonny Blu Lo-Everton continued his good goal-scoring form after 24 minutes and thoroughly deserved their half-time lead. They continued to dominate in the second half, but a flurry of substitutions which saw former Glovers Tom Knowles and Quigley both come off an expensively-assembled bench shifted the momentum of the game and Inniss struck late to grab a point. Yeovil were without captain Jake Wannell, who was not in the squad, and defender Michael Smith, who dropped to the substitutes’ bench with former Forest Green man Dom Bernard filling in on the right side of a back four. Harvey Greenslade came in for his first start in a month-an The first chance came after just three minutes after Dom Bernard lost the ball down the left and the ball found its way out to Christian Doidge who headed it back in to Harry Cardwell, but he could not get any connection on the ball and it landed safely in to the gloves of Aidan Stone. In the tenth minute, a great move forward by Sonny Blu Lo-Everton brought the ball forward, he laid it off to Harvey Greenslade whose low cross in to the box was sliced over the bar by ex-Glovers loanee Ryan Inniss for a corner. Soon after a short corner was clipped in to the area where Morgan Williams met it with a header at the back post which went wide. With 20 minutes gone, Ben Tozer’s foul on Greenslade gave Yeovil, Lo-Everton’s ball in was helped back in by Harry Kite and found it through to Ciaran McGuckin who turned brilliantly but a superb tackle from Sean Long denied him. It is all Yeovil at the moment. That pressure paid as Yeovil took the lead in the 24th minute – and it was that man Sonny Blu LO-EVERTON again. Good play down the left by Kite saw him play in his midfield colleague inside the box, Sonny took a great first touch to control it and struck it coolly past Ted Cann in the visitors’ goal. Harvey Greenslade came close to doubling the advantage when he had a shot from 20 yards out which fizzed just past the post, and from the resulting goal kick Forest Green made a mess of it and Greenslade’s persistence saw him get an opportunity inside the box to fire a shot past Cann but Inniss was on the line to clear it.  The next opportunity for Yeovil came following a massive goalmouth scramble after Lo-Everton’s free-kick in to the box was headed in to the danger area by Finn Cousin-Dawson and a chaos ensued. Eventually it broke to Frankie Terry (I think) whose effort looked to be cleared on the line. Big “handball” appeal from the Thatcher’s End. Yeovil were by far the better side and will perhaps be disappointed to only go in to the half-time break only one goal to the good. But they thoroughly deserved their advantage. Ciaran McGuckin had a strong appeal for a penalty ten minutes in to the second half. Josh Sims’ ball in to the box found McGuckin who appeared to be clipped by Tozer. McGuckin had the goal gaping and had no reason to do anything other than go for goal. Rule 1. On 66 minutes, a foul about as close to the edge of the penalty area as you can get gave Lo-Everton another opportunity to have a go at goal. He got his free-kick over the defensive wall, but also just over the angle of post and bar. Immediately after there was a pre-season-esque flurry of substitutes for both sides. The three from Yeovil saw Marcel Lavinier, Charlie Cooper and Otis Khan replace Harry Kite, Morgan Williams and Josh Sims. The visitors made four changes with former Glovers Tom Knowles and Joe Quigley among them alongside Jordan Garrick and Teddy Jenks the other replacements. The changes definitely increased the threat for the visitors and with ten minutes remaining a ball in from the right came to Knowles at the back post, he played it back across a completely unguarded net, but there was no-one there to turn get there and Bernard cleared it out for a corner. Kyrell Wilson replaced McGuckin after 84 minutes and five minutes later the Swansea City loanee had a shot superbly blocked inside the area after great work for Lavinier. With one minute of second half injury time played, the visitors grabbed a late equaliser. A corner was met by the head of Quigley and Ryan INNISS was there to stab it home at the back post. The former Glovers’ loanee ‘had a word’ with some Yeovil fans in the Thatchers’ Stand as he celebrated a second late goal against his old employers – having done exactly the same time at the New Lawn back on New Year’s Day. The substitutes definitely rescued Forest Green, but Mark Cooper will take heart from another impressive performance against one of the division’s highest-ranked sides. Scorers: Sonny Blu Lo-Everton 24 (1-0), Ryan Inniss 90+1 Substitutes:  Marcel Lavinier (for Harry Kite, 67), Charlie Cooper (for Morgan Williams, 67), Otis Khan (for Josh Sims, 69), Kyrrel Wilson (for Ciaran McGuckin, 84), Michael Smith (not used), Lewys Twamley (not used), Matt Gould (not used). we were magnificient, especially the midfield, who outplayed them for all but 5 mins. Best home game this season The Glovers had ended a five-match winless streak against Solihull last week but looked set to be frustrated by the dogged visitors Fylde goalkeeper Ben Winterbottom tipped an early free-kick from Sonny Blu Lo-Everton around the post before Will Hugill glanced a header wide for Fylde shortly before half-time Fylde stood firm to block a late shot from Ciaran McGuckin then Ashley Boatswain headed just wide for the visitors before Greenslade pounced to earn the home side the points Ustabaşı at 75 minutesSubstitutesNumber 19 Ustabaşı Match OfficialsReferee: Martin RossAssistant Referee 1: Dean TreleavenAssistant Referee 2: Grzegorz KornasiewiczFourth Official: Ashley ClarkeMatch StatsKey An early Angelo Cappello strike was enough to give FC Halifax Town their second home win of the week Just one change was made to the Shaymen starting eleven for Saturday afternoon’s clash against Yeovil Town Harvey Sutcliffe replaced Max Wright as he made his first league Start for the Shaymen With five minutes gone it was Town who looked the more threatening some nice work from Angelo Cappello on the left gave Zak Emmerson a yard of space to get a shot away however new signing Frankie Terry made an important block for the visitors A fast start from Halifax was rewarded on the 13th minute A lovely one-two between strike partners Luca Thomas and Zak Emmerson enabled Thomas to find Cappello with acres of space on the left wing he took a touch before sliding it past Aidan Stone for his third goal of the season after last scoring against Woking in November Yeovil did grow into the game and had a good sight of goal with 25 minutes on the clock Sonny Lo-Everton worked the ball well to Brett McGavin who found Ryan McLean with space in the box but his effort rose high over Sam Johnson’s goal Chris Millington made two changes to his side at the break Lewis Leigh came on to make his debut for the club and Jamie Cooke also entered the fray Zak Emmerson and Jack Jenkins were the pair to be withdrawn Mcgavin struck the woodwork for the visitors Cooke then scored for the home side however the linesmen had judged him to be in an offside position Cappello picked up the game’s first booking after going in late on Marc Lavinier a second debut of the day was in store for the Shaymen as Josh Emmanuel replaced Harvey Sutcliffe Ryan Mclean made way for Ciaran McGuckin for the Glovers A fourth change of the afternoon for the Shaymen saw Owen Bray take up the position of Florent Hoti Josh Emmanuel made an instant impact from the bench as he drove forward forcing Alex Whittle into a challenge which he was later booked for From the following free kick Jamie Cooke forced Stone into a smart stop Yeovil then made a double change as Sean McGurk and Dominic Bernard made their way onto the Shay playing surface Halifax thought they had a penalty with twenty minutes to go as Cappello skipped past his man and then got tugged to the ground much to the amazement of the 1688 fans in the stands Owen Bray will not believe that he did not double the Halifax Town lead He led the counterattack before laying the ball off too Josh Emmanuel Emmanuel then squared it for Bray to tap home but somehow goalscorer Cappello made way for Tom Pugh and Kyrell Wilson was replaced by Josh Sims for the Somerset side Yeovil Town were then forced to substitute a substitute as McGurk came off injured Frank Nouble flicked a long ball onto McGuckin who poked the ball goalwards but Johnson just about managed to get his arm out in time to prevent the ball reaching Twamley Ex Town man Charlie Cooper’s long throw was missed by everyone in the box before it reached Twamley who smashed the ball over the bar on the angle Following this Finn Cousin-Dawson was booked Bray then broke forward deep into stoppage time as he looked to make up for his earlier miss his powerful effort was pushed behind by Aidan Stone Halifax held out following one final Yeovil attack to secure another valuable three points at the Shay 1 Aidan Stone 5 Finn Cousin-Dawson 3 Alex Whittle 24 Charlie Cooper 20 Kyrell Wilson 10  Frank Nouble [C] 16 Sonny Lo-Everton (17 Sean McGurk 68) (7 Lewys Twamley 80) 40 Frankie Terry 28 Marcel Lavinier (33 Dominic Bernard 70)14 Brett McGavin 37 Ryan Mclean (35 Ciaran McGuckin 58) Read more posts by Finley Carter Copyright 2017 FC Halifax Town | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy | Sitemap | Accessibility Web Design & Development by Identify