Wealdstone delivered a major upset, defeating Southend United 3-2 in a pulsating National League encounter. The match, filled with drama and late goals, saw Wealdstone secure a crucial victory on Tuesday, 2nd September.
Match Summary: Wealdstone 3 - Southend United 2
The game started with Wealdstone applying early pressure. Daniel Nkrumah tested the Southend defence with a shot from distance. Southend responded with Oli Coker firing a low shot straight at the Wealdstone keeper.
Southend continued to press, creating a goalmouth scramble in the 14th minute from a Coker free-kick, but failed to capitalize. Wealdstone, against the run of play, opened the scoring in the 22nd minute. A deep cross from Nathan Tshinkuna was dropped by Southend's goalkeeper, allowing Enzio Boldewijn to smash the ball home.
Southend leveled in the 32nd minute through Slavi Spasov, his first goal for the club. A tame shot from Coker found its way past the Wealdstone goalkeeper.
Second Half Drama
The second half saw Sean Adarkwa score twice for Wealdstone, putting them firmly in control. Gus Scott-Morriss pulled a goal back for Southend, setting up a tense finish. Both managers, Kevin Maher (Southend) and Sam Cox (Wealdstone), were sent off, adding further drama to the match.
- Wealdstone's Formation: 3-4-3
- Southend's Late Pressure: Unsuccessful
- Key Moment: Boldewijn's Opener
The match highlighted the unpredictable nature of the National League. Wealdstone's victory moves them up the table, while Southend will be looking to bounce back in their next fixture.
Updated National League Table (as of 2nd September 2025):
Southend United: Position 3, Points 14
Wealdstone: Position 6, Points 12