Barnet strengthened their grip on top spot in the National League with a commanding 3-0 victory away to Wealdstone at Grosvenor Vale. Despite a goalless first half, in which Wealdstone’s growing frustration was evident in two yellow cards, Barnet’s clinical second-half performance secured all three points.
The Bees broke the deadlock in the 61st minute from the penalty spot. Mark Shelton confidently dispatched the spot-kick after Barnet were awarded a penalty, providing the visitors with a crucial breakthrough. This opener spurred Barnet on, and their lead was doubled just five minutes later. Substitute Callum Stead, who had replaced Rhys Browne earlier in the first half, finished smartly from a Shelton assist, justifying his introduction with an injection of pace and energy into the Barnet attack.
Wealdstone responded with a series of substitutions in an attempt to find a route back into the match, but their efforts were ultimately fruitless. Their task was further complicated by several more bookings, highlighting the increasing desperation in their play. Barnet, meanwhile, remained a threat on the counter-attack and added a third goal deep into stoppage time. Fellow substitute Nicke Kabamba sealed the victory, converting a chance created by Stead.
The final whistle confirmed a comprehensive victory for Barnet, who displayed both clinical finishing and resolute defending. While Wealdstone battled, they were ultimately outclassed. The result extends Barnet’s winning streak to two matches, consolidating their position at the summit of the National League. Wealdstone remain in 22nd place. This latest encounter marks the fourth meeting between these two sides in recent seasons, with Barnet now holding a slight edge in the head-to-head record with two wins to Wealdstone’s one.