No wonder Jimmy Greaves used to say it was a funny old game. On Saturday, neither side mustered much in the way of shots on target. So Boston Town fans could have been forgiven for feeling apprehensive when they saw that last season’s top two scorers Harry Limb and Jordan Nuttell would both miss thisContinue reading “Poachers 4, Newark & Sherwood 1”
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Newark & Sherwood 0, Poachers 0
Boston Town face an FA Cup replay after a forgettable goalless draw against Newark & Sherwood. Chris Funnell’s side had the better of the few clear-cut chances that were created by either side. Fraser Bayliss shot wide in the first half and the Highwaymen keeper Liam Flitton pulled off a superb save to deny LaytonContinue reading “Newark & Sherwood 0, Poachers 0”
Poachers 2, Newark Town 1
Boston Town snatched a dramatic win against the league leaders. In a crazy finish, Newark Town twice thought they were going to claim all 3 points, only to lose right at the death. The visitors were awarded a 90th minute penalty with the score at 1-1 – but Travis Portas pulled off a superb blockContinue reading “Poachers 2, Newark Town 1”
Ashby Ivanhoe 1, Poachers 2
Boston Town showed great resilience to secure their first league victory of the season. They trailed at Ashby Ivanhoe 1-0 at half-time but came back after the break to win 2-1. The Poachers had the opportunity to take an early lead when they were awarded a penalty in the opening two minutes for a foulContinue reading “Ashby Ivanhoe 1, Poachers 2”
Poachers 2, Kimberley MW 0
Fraser Bayliss reached 80 goals for the club as Boston Town earned a place in the FA Cup Preliminary Round. He went neck and neck with Jordan Nuttell, who also reached the landmark at Wisbech on Tuesday. This was arguably a much more satisfying goal as it set Chris Funnell’s side on course for victoryContinue reading “Poachers 2, Kimberley MW 0”
Poachers 2, Heanor 2
by Simon Ashberry, with additional reporting by Jez Ashberry Boston Town salvaged a draw in a tough opening league game against much-fancied Heanor Town. Chris Funnell’s side started well and thought they’d taken the lead on 13 minutes when Kris Zalusinskis slotted home after Ted Gibbons had hit the post. An offside flag ruled thatContinue reading “Poachers 2, Heanor 2”
Bourne 1, Poachers 1 (8-7 on pens)
By Simon Ashberry Boston Town’s promotion dreams were dashed in heart-breaking fashion in front of a mammoth crowd. They had led Bourne in the United Counties League Premier North play-off final with just quarter of an hour to go. But with the prospect of going up to the Northern Premier League tantalisingly close, the hostsContinue reading “Bourne 1, Poachers 1 (8-7 on pens)”
Eastwood 1, Poachers 2
Boston Town claimed a place in the United Counties League Premier North play-off final with a stirring win. The Poachers now travel to Bourne Town on Saturday (3 May) for a mouthwatering clash to decide who goes up to Step 4. Chris Funnell’s side know they are just one win away from becoming the firstContinue reading “Eastwood 1, Poachers 2”
Poachers 2, Kimberley MW 0
By Charlie Fytche Poachers cruise past struggling Kimberley Boston Town returned to action at The Mortgages for You Stadium this weekend as they hosted relegation-battling Kimberley Miners Welfare — and came away with a comfortable 2-0 win. ⸻ First Half The referee got proceedings underway, and The Poachers started brightly as expected. Inside seven minutes,Continue reading “Poachers 2, Kimberley MW 0”
Shirebrook 1, Poachers 4
By Charlie Fytche Boston Town made the 128-mile round trip to face bottom-of-the-table Shirebrook, who had bolstered their squad with eight new signings in a desperate bid for survival. It was set to be a tough contest, but the Poachers rose to the occasion with a dominant second-half display. Kick-Off Boston started brightly in whatContinue reading “Shirebrook 1, Poachers 4”
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