GW secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Holcomb in a thrilling encounter. The game got off to a fast start, with GW going two goals up in the first half.
The opener came from a well-worked short corner, with Allan Sains stepping up to flick the ball expertly into the bottom left corner, leaving the Holcomb goalkeeper with no chance.
GW's second goal arrived shortly after when vice-captain Andy Franklin found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper. The keeper brought Franklin down, resulting in a penalty flick. Franklin made no mistake from the spot, confidently converting to double GW’s lead.
Holcomb responded just before the halftime whistle, pulling one back to make it 2-1 and setting up a tense second half.
Despite Holcomb’s pressure, GW’s defense held firm throughout the remainder of the match. Man of the match Daniel Hofford was instrumental in securing the victory, producing crucial defensive interventions and contributing effectively in attack. His standout performance helped GW preserve their lead and claim the win.
The result was a testament to GW’s resilience and determination, as they held off Holcomb to secure all three points.