Horden C.W. vs Shildon

Recap

MATCH REPORT BY WILF TRAY _{(edited by Michael Wilson)}

Shildon battled both the elements and a stubborn Horden side to take all three points in a scrappy, wind‑ravaged contest on the coast.

The Railwaymen started with real purpose, settling far quicker in the gale‑force conditions and carving out early chances. Their pressure told on 13 minutes when Andrei Ardelaen pounced to fire Shildon into a deserved lead.

Shildon kept their foot down and doubled the advantage five minutes before the break, Billy Greulich‑Smith finishing smartly to make it 0–2. But Horden struck back on the stroke of half‑time, Jason Blackburn reducing the deficit and giving the hosts a lifeline.

Any nerves were eased shortly after the restart. On 53 minutes, Leighton Harris restored Shildon’s two‑goal cushion with a composed finish to put the visitors firmly back in control.

Horden refused to fold and set up a tense final spell when David Doughty pulled another back on 78 minutes. But despite the swirling wind and late pressure, Shildon saw the game out, securing a hard‑earned 2–3 victory and another valuable three points.

Attendance: 294