Non-League Paper

HOSTS NAILED BY COLLIERIES

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
3 September 2023

By Nigel Oldrini

NPL EAST
PONTEFRACT COLLS 3
BELPER TOWN 1
BELPER Town let slip a lead as they were well beaten by Pontefract Collieries.
The hosts had chances to take the lead in the first half, but James Cadman couldn’t take advantage of a one-onone after 22 minutes.
Rev James fired over when well placed, then the Nailers were denied a penalty when Cameron Johnson was sent sprawling.
Top scorer Kevin Bastos put Belper ahead in the 47th minute, but Ponte drew level from the penalty spot minutes later.
Bastos forced Lloyd Allinson into a great save volleyed home. Sub Jo...

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