Tamworth secured a vital 1-0 away win against Hartlepool in the National League on Saturday, moving them up the table. K. Donnelly scored the only goal of the game just before half-time, finishing off a move created by H. Carson.
The victory lifts Tamworth to 18th in the National League, now on 14 points from 12 games. It extends their recent winning run to two matches, a positive shift after a run of heavy defeats earlier in the season.
Key moments
Hartlepool had a golden chance to take the lead in the 20th minute but J. Nolan saw his penalty saved. Tamworth made them pay before the break when Carson found Donnelly, who made no mistake. The second half saw both managers make multiple changes, with Tamworth introducing fresh legs to protect their slender advantage.
With the win secured, attention turns to the next challenge. Tamworth prepare to host Barrow, who sit 9th in the table, at home on 10 October.
Tamworth's focus shifts to the National League Cup on Tuesday. The club hosts Leeds United U21 at The Lamb Ground, kick-off 19:45. Manager Andy Peaks confirmed the fixture is a chance to rotate the squad. "It's a different competition and a good opportunity for the group," Peaks said. Tamworth, 18th in the National League with 14 points, are on a two-game winning run after Saturday's 1-0 victory at Hartlepool.
