FA Trophy

Robins soar on thanks to Esprit

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
8 October 2023

HANWELL TOWN 1 BRACKNELL TOWN 2
By Malcolm Paice

JORDAN Esprit struck twice as Bracknell kept up their interest in two major cup competitions with this narrow victory over Hanwell, who rued a late penalty miss.
After an uninspiring early period, the game sprang into life in the 13th minute when Elliot Legg played in Esprit. With the Hanwell defence ball-watching, Esprit raced clear and calmly slotted the ball into the bottom corner.
Hanwell could have levelled 60 seconds later when Jack Hutchinson had a chance, but a moment’s hesitation was enough for Robins goalkeeper Simon...

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