Northern Premier League

MIKES ENJOY THE FAB FOUR

by
The Non-League Football Paper Team
1 February 2026

DIV 1 MIDLANDS
BOLDMERE ST.M 4 COVENTRY SPHINX 1
By Hugh Baker

FOUR incisive strikes gave Boldmere the points in a game between two relegation threatened teams that was closer than score suggested.
The hosts got off to a dream start, scoring two goals in the first 11 minutes, Kyle Byrne and Frankie Ealing both finishing off fine passing moves with 20-yard volleys.
However, kamikaze defending halved their lead, Devonn O’Sullivan taking advantage of confusion in the Mikes’ back line after over-elaborate passing, to slot home from close range.
Both teams looked struggli...

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