National League South

SAINTS ARE THE COMEBACK KINGS

by
The Non-League Football Paper Team
17 December 2023

ST. ALBANS CITY 2 CHELMSFORD CITY 1
By Jake Ellacott

ST ALBANS CITY came from behind to overcome ten-man Chelmsford City.
The home side should have taken the lead early on when Ibby Akanbi latched on to a loose ball in the box and struck the post.
The follow-up fell to Shaun Jeffers, who with the goal at his mercy, saw his attempt somehow saved by Jacob Marsden.
Less than a minute later, however, Chelmsford had scored with their first attempt. Ody Alfa burst down the left and crossed for Callum Watts, who hit a half-volley into the far corner.
With Chelmsford looking comfortable, ...

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