“Kielen Adams gives Atherton Collieries a surprise lead against the run of play, finishing after a spell of pressure that included two corners.”
Pivotal“Trafford hit back immediately after the restart, levelling the score at 1-1 within five minutes of the second half starting.”
Pivotal“Trafford complete the turnaround, scoring again just eight minutes after equalising to go 2-1 ahead and seize control of the tie.”
Pivotal“Deep into stoppage time, Essa Janneh snatches a dramatic equaliser for Atherton Collieries after a flurry of late corners, breaking Trafford hearts and forcing a replay.”
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Trafford found themselves behind early when Kielen Adams converted in the 36th minute, but the home side responded with real purpose after the break, scoring twice in an eight-minute spell either side of the hour mark to turn the tie on its head. Just when Trafford looked set to see out a cup upset of their own making, Atherton Collieries kept pushing and were rewarded deep into stoppage time when Essa Janneh struck in the 90th minute to level it at 2-2. The statistics tell the story of a genuinely even contest - both sides managed seven shots, four on target, and near-identical dangerous attack numbers - but it was the timing of the goals that defined the drama. For Trafford, there will be frustration at failing to see out a lead they worked hard to build; for Atherton Collieries, this draw represents a highly creditable result against higher-ranked opposition and sets up a replay neither side will have wanted but both can claim to deserve.
How entertaining was this match?
Trafford welcome Atherton Collieries to Shawe View in a 3rd Round Qualifying tie between two clubs enjoying superb FA Cup form. Both sides have won nearly every qualifying match so far, setting up a tightly contested clash with a big prize awaiting the winner.
