on September 22, 2025

The Boatmen's Battle: Sholing and Hanwell Town Share the Spoils in a Southern League Stunner!

It was a proper rollercoaster of a match down at the Mortgage Decisions Stadium on Saturday, as our beloved Boatmen went toe-to-toe with Hanwell Town. If you missed it, trust me, you missed a cracker. It was a game that had everything: grit, determination, and a moment that will have everyone talking. The final score was 1-1, but that hardly tells the whole story.

The first half was a tense affair, a proper midfield battle with both sides looking to land the first punch. But as the clock ticked on, it was Sholing who finally broke the deadlock. And what a way to do it! The ball found its way into the Hanwell net, but it wasn't one of our lads who put it there. It was an own goal, a moment of sheer drama that sent the home crowd absolutely wild! We'll take them any way they come, especially in a game this tight.

But credit where credit's due—Hanwell Town didn't throw in the towel. They dug deep, and their persistence paid off with a brilliant equalizer. It was a goal that showed their fighting spirit and made sure they went home with a valuable point.

So, what did we learn? This team has heart. They battled from start to finish, and while a win would have been sweet, a point against a solid Hanwell side is nothing to be ashamed of. We're in a tough league, and every point counts.

For a full rundown of the action, you've got to watch the highlights. Paul Knott has done a brilliant job capturing all the drama, from the shocking own goal to the crucial equalizer. Don't miss out!

For the Post Match with Ross White link below -

Now over to you, the fans! What was your take on the game? That own goal was pure madness, wasn't it? Drop your thoughts in the comments on our Instagram post, and let's get the conversation going. Up the Boatmen!

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