Northern Premier League

Martin’s spot-on to win it for Hornets

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
25 January 2026

WORKINGTON 0 HEBBURN TOWN 1
By John Walsh

THE bottom versus top clash between Workington and Hebburn Town went with the form book in a tight affair which was settled from the penalty spot.
In the 17th minute, a Hebburn corner resulted in the referee awarding them a penalty after apparently spotting some holding in the box.
He would have a field day in the Premier League!
The Hornets’ Gary Martin made no mistake, blasting the ball home for what proved to be the only goal of the game.
Workington, who had drawn their previous three games, showed plenty of energy and effort but...

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