A dramatic 1-1 draw unfolded at the Lamb Ground as Tamworth fought back to snatch a point against York City in a fiercely contested encounter. The visitors struck first in the 17th minute, Ollie Pearce finding the net from a Joe Felix assist. The match soon developed a physical edge, with referee Sam Mulhall issuing a series of cautions. Tamworth’s Tom Tonks was the first into the book for a foul in the 37th minute, quickly followed by York City’s Ricky Aguiar for a similar infringement.
The second half saw the intensity increase, and the bookings continued. Tamworth’s Ben Crompton and Jordan Cullinane-Liburd were shown yellow cards, with Dan Creaney joining them moments later, reflecting the home side’s growing frustration. York City’s Alex Hunt and Marvin Armstrong also received yellow cards, as did substitute Dipo Akinyemi. Both sides made a number of substitutions in the closing stages, looking to alter the course of the match. York City introduced Dipo Akinyemi and later Luca Thomas, while Tamworth brought on Chris Wreh, Beck-Ray Enoru, Jordan Ponticelli, and Alex Fletcher as they searched for an equaliser.
Deep into stoppage time, the match reached its dramatic climax. In the 90th minute, Jordan Cullinane-Liburd, despite his earlier booking, levelled the scores for Tamworth, assisted by Tom Tonks. The late goal ensured the spoils were shared in a thrilling finale.
This draw leaves York City second in the National League North, having already beaten Tamworth 2-0 earlier in the season. Tamworth remains 16th.