Corsham Town 1 Pershore Town 0
Fresh from a midweek victory, Pershore Town were eager to continue their upward trajectory against Corsham Town. However, despite a spirited performance, it was the home side who emerged victorious with a 1-0 win at the Southbank Stadium.
The match was a tightly contested affair from the outset, with both teams creating chances and playing attractive football. The decisive moment arrived in the 15th minute when a double foal in the Pershore penalty area resulted in a spot-kick. Dylan Lewis stepped up and coolly converted the penalty to give Corsham the lead.
The remaining half saw both sides battle it out, with Corsham’s Joe Davies coming close with a curling effort. At halftime, the Quarrymen held a slender advantage, but Pershore remained in the game.
The second half followed a similar pattern, with Corsham unable to extend their lead despite numerous opportunities. The Pershore goalkeeper made several fine saves, and the home side’s finishing let them down at times.
Ultimately, Corsham’s defensive solidity and Lewis’s goal proved to be the difference. While Pershore will feel they deserved something from the game, their attacking efforts were not enough to overcome the Quarrymen. The home crowd appreciated the competitive nature of the match and gave both teams a warm ovation at the final whistle.
