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Rochdale 2-1 Sutton United: Ian Henderson is the hero once again for Jimmy McNulty!

Rochdale roared back to gain a dramatic win against Sutton and keep themselves at the top of the National League table.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
29 March 2026

By Matt Badcock
ROCHDALE 2
Rodney 89, Henderson 90+7

SUTTON UNITED 1

Bell 78

How big will these eight minutes prove to be in the National League title race?
With the end of the 90 fast approaching and behind to Charlie Bell’s screamer, Rochdale looked set to be knocked off the top by York City on goal difference.
But Jimmy McNulty’s side have reached 95 points for a reason. First, on 89 minutes, Devante Rodney volleyed in fellow substitute Connor McBride’s cross.
Then, 97 minutes in, and a couple over the minimum five added, veteran Ian Henderson rifled home to send the travelling fans...

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