Southend United vs Forest Green Rovers - Enterprise National League

Southend United secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Forest Green Rovers with goals in each half setting the tone for a dominant display at Roots Hall. James Golding's early strike after just three minutes gave the Shrimpers the perfect start, allowing them to control the tempo and dictate play throughout the encounter. Gus Scott-Morriss, despite picking up a yellow card in the first half, redeemed himself with the crucial second goal in the 72nd minute that effectively killed off any hopes of a Forest Green comeback. The result will boost Southend's confidence as they look to climb the National League table, while Forest Green will need to regroup quickly after this disappointing away performance that highlighted their struggles in the final third.