Tuesday, October 2, 2001

Hereford United turned on the style in a 4-2 Nationwide Conference win over newly-promoted Farnborough Town last night at Edgar Street.

Led for the first time by player-coach Phil Robinson, the Bulls struck three times in an impressive first-half display, paving the way for their second win in 10 games.

Gavin Williams sealed the victory with a memorable goal just after the interval, surging 40 yards before flashing an unstoppable drive past Farnborough goalkeeper Steve Farrelly.

But Robinson was pleased with the efforts from each of his players.

He said: "It was a team effort and the defence was awesome, especially in dealing with corners and free kicks.

"Williams was fantastic and played with enthusiasm and effervescence, but I made sure afterwards not to single anyone out.

Enjoy

"We did things a little bit differently and I told the players to play football and enjoy themselves."

Williams collected the ball from deep in the third minute and fired a 20-yard low shot which Farrelly could only parry for Scott Voice to tap in the opener.

Ian Wright doubled Hereford's lead seven minutes later, forcing a brilliant point-blank save from Farrelly before burying the rebound.

A slip-up by Matt Clarke on the edge of the box allowed Tony Taggart to cross for Gary Crawshaw, who drilled a shot past Matt Baker in the 14th minute, and Darren Annon almost equalised moments later.

Hereford restored their two-goal advantage on the half-hour through John Snape's downward header. Williams put the result beyond doubt in the 53rd minute with a splendid strike after good play by left-back Kristian James.

Although Crawshaw netted his second from close range in the 86th minute, it was Hereford's night, with Tony James outstanding at the back.

Hereford: Baker 6, Clarke 6, K James 7, Webb 6, Wright 7, T James 9, Goodwin 7, Snape 7, Voice 7, G Williams 8, Parry 7. Subs (not used): Elmes, Evans, M Williams, Gardiner, Quiggin.

Attendance: 1,205.

Pegasus Juniors visit Cheltenham Saracens in the Hellenic League Floodlit Cup tonight (7.45).

Worcester City have a home Central Conference clash with Hednesford Town (7.45).