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”
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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”
Travel alert for Wisbech
If you’re travelling to our first away league game of the season on Tuesday (29 July), please note the following the travel advice issued by Wisbech Town. Kick-off at Fountain Fresh Park is 7.45pm.
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”
It’s Town v United
Boston football fans are in for a treat when rivals Town and United meet in a pre-season game on Tuesday (15 July). It’s the 4th year in the row that the 2 clubs have played each other in a friendly. Boston United have enjoyed narrow victories in the last 2 games, but Harry Limb scoredContinue reading “It’s Town v United”
Zak’s a Poacher
We’re buzzing to announce that Zak Munton is joining Boston Town ahead of the 2025/26 season. He’s been lighting it up in pre-season – appearing as a trialist on the team sheet – and now it’s official – Zak is a Poacher. Zak makes the move from Bourne Town, where he became a standout performerContinue reading “Zak’s a Poacher”
End of an era for Lori
It was the end of an era when Lori Borbely pulled on a Boston Town shirt for the final time. He officially hung up his boots after coming on as a substitute in the pre-season friendly against March Town United on Saturday. After playing more than 500 times for the Poachers and being a keyContinue reading “End of an era for Lori”
FA Cup and FA Vase draws
Boston Town have been drawn at home to Kimberley MW in the FA Cup. The Extra Preliminary Round tie will take place at the Mortgages For You Stadium on Saturday 2 August. The winners of that game will then be away to GNG Oadby or Newark & Sherwood in the Preliminary Round on Saturday 16Continue reading “FA Cup and FA Vase draws”