National League

BRENNAN CHIPS IN TO SALVAGE AN IRON POINT

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
9 August 2026

SUBSTITUTE Luke Brennan’s cheeky chip rescued a late point for Scunthorpe in a cagey opening-day draw with Yeovil.
There looked to be little danger when the summer signing from Buxton picked up possession on the left side of the penalty area in the 90th minute, but he worked the ball out of his feet before finding the top corner with a top-drawer effort.
That debut goal cancelled out another fine finish from a player making his first appearance for his new club – with Mason
Obeng’s hooked effort three minutes after the break looking for a long time like it woul...

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