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Dalling strikes late Goodwick winner in title clash

Dan Metcalf
08/04/2023

Substitute Rhys Dalling scored the winning goal for Goodwick United in their title clash versus Hakin United, moving them one game away from the league title.

Goodwick United and Hakin United faced off knowing that a victory for either side would put them in pole position to pick up the league title for the season.

The game came after an intense fixture period for Hakin which saw them play twice in midweek against Clarbeston Road and Merlins Bridge.

Rhys Dalling returned to the substitute bench for Goodwick, having been out of action since coming off injured in his side's Senior Cup Semi-Final victory over Tenby.

It was Rhys Jones who opened the scoring in the match, striking just before half-time with a free-kick to give Goodwick the lead.

Rhys Jones' free-kick beats Sam Franklin

Rhys Jones' free-kick beats Sam Franklin

Nicky Woodrow equalised for the Vikings in the 66th minute after being setup by midfielder Jack Britton.

Rhys Dalling came on for Goodwick in the 71st minute to replace Nathan Greene and twenty minutes later was able to strike home to send the Goodwick players and fans wild, securing a hugely important three points.

Rhys Dalling's 92nd minute winner

Rhys Dalling scoring the 92nd minute winner

Victory for Goodwick means that if they can win away versus Monkton Swifts in their only remaining league game, they will be crowned champions of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Division One.

Jake Smith taking on Mark Jones

Jake Smith taking on Mark Jones

Nicky Woodrow taking on Dan James

Nicky Woodrow taking on Dan James

Luke Hayward battling with Jack Britton

Luke Hayward battling with Jack Britton

Steff Hayes challenging Leon Luby

Steff Hayes challenging Leon Luby

Nathan Greene volleys over the bar with an early chance

Nathan Greene volleys over the bar with an early chance

Rhys Jones, who put Goodwick in front

Rhys Jones, who put Goodwick United in front

Will Howarth running down the wing challenged by Jake Merry

Will Howarth running down the wing challenged by Jake Merry

Will Howarth contesting with Mark Jones and Jack Briton from a corner

Will Howarth contesting with Mark Jones and Jack Briton from a corner

 

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