FC Halifax Town secured an impressive 2-0 victory over Solihull Moors in the English National League at the ARMCO Arena, thanks to goals from Andrew Oluwabori and Owen Bray. The win sees FC Halifax Town move up the table, while Solihull Moors’ recent struggles continue. Historically, the two teams have a closely contested record, with the data showing specific win, loss, and draw tallies over their last encounters.
The match got off to a rapid start, with Andrew Oluwabori scoring the opening goal in the 4th minute for FC Halifax Town, assisted by Owen Bray. This early strike set the tone for the rest of the game, with the away side dominating possession and creating several scoring opportunities.
As the first half drew to a close, neither team made any significant changes, but the tactical substitutions made by FC Halifax Town at halftime would prove pivotal. Out came Zak Emmerson and Andrew Oluwabori, making way for Jamie Cooke and Luca Thomas, respectively. These changes allowed FC Halifax Town to maintain their momentum going into the second half.
The second half saw Solihull Moors attempt to mount a comeback, but their efforts were hindered by two yellow cards in quick succession. Jamey Osborne received a caution in the 49th minute for a foul, followed by Oliver Tipton in the 52nd minute for a similar infringement. Jack Evans of FC Halifax Town also picked up a yellow card in the 51st minute, but this did not deter the away team’s attacking prowess.
In the 55th minute, Owen Bray doubled FC Halifax Town’s lead, scoring the second goal of the game with an assist from Luca Thomas. This effectively sealed the win for the visitors, who continued to dictate the pace of the game. With this result, FC Halifax Town moves up the English National League standings, while Solihull Moors drops down, still seeking to find consistency and climb the table.
As the match progressed, both teams made further substitutions in an attempt to influence the outcome. Solihull Moors brought on Kyle Morrison, Matthew Warburton, and John Bostock, while FC Halifax Town introduced Tom Pugh, Angelo Capello, and Jack Jenkins. Despite these changes, the scoreline remained unchanged, with FC Halifax Town claiming a well-deserved 2-0 victory.
The result marks a significant win for FC Halifax Town, who extend their undefeated streak to five games and solidify their position in the league. In contrast, Solihull Moors’ losing streak now stands at two games, and they will look to regroup and bounce back from this setback. As the English National League continues to unfold, both teams will be keen to build on this performance and improve their standings.