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Pirates have it down to a Tee

by
The Non-League Football Paper Team
15 February 2026

By Ed Colman

REAL Bedford strengthened their grip on a play-off place with a hard-fought victory over Stratford Town.
The decisive moment came just before the hour mark, when Conor Tee’s second-half strike proved enough to secure all three points for the Pirates in a closely contested encounter.
REAL BEDFORD 1
STRATFORD TN 0
Real Bedford enjoyed the greater share of possession during the first half but found clear-cut chances at a premium.
Stratford goalkeeper Jake Weaver was called into action on several occasions, though most efforts were comfortable stops as the hosts s...

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