Roebuck Triumph 4-2 At Brown Westhead Park

Roebuck travelled to Brown Westhead Park on the morning of 2nd November 2025 to face Kidderminster Athletic in a crucial cup away tie, kicking off promptly at 10:30am. The match ended in a thrilling 4-2 victory for Roebuck, securing their progression in the competition. Referee Mason Hall oversaw the 90 minutes plus added time with a solid performance.

Roebuck lined up in a traditional 4-4-2 formation, deploying Jamie Hyde in goal. The defensive line consisted of Oliver Parkes at right back, Lewis Perry and Jack Wentworth as central defenders, and Bradley Hackett on the left flank. The midfield four featured James Beddard on the right wing, Dan Lees and Alistair Brown centrally, and Daniel Lander on the left. Up front, Christopher Hunt operated as the right forward alongside left forward Cameron Cramer. The substitutes available were Ryan McCullagh, Callum Billingham, and Kevin Burns.

The match burst into life in the 20th minute when Roebuck took the lead. Dan Lees free kick came back off the post to Christopher Hunt who was perfectly positioned to tap in from close range. This early goal set the tone for Roebuck’s attacking intent.

As the first half progressed, Roebuck continued to press, and their efforts were rewarded just before the break. In the 40th minute, a free kick was again the source of danger, this time delivered by goalkeeper Jamie Hyde, who launched a long ball into the box. Dan Lees rose highest to power a header into the net, doubling Roebuck’s advantage and sending the visitors into the interval with a comfortable 2-0 lead.

At half time, Roebuck made a triple substitution to refresh their squad. Ryan McCullagh replaced left back Bradley Hackett, Callum Billingham came on for right forward Christopher Hunt, and Kevin Burns took over from central defender Lewis Perry. These changes aimed to maintain intensity and defensive solidity for the second half.

The second half began with a contentious moment as Kidderminster Athletic received a yellow card for diving in the 51st minute. However, they quickly responded with a goal of their own just one minute later, capitalising on a close-range tap-in to reduce the deficit to 2-1.

Kidderminster’s determination was evident, but their aggression led to another yellow card in the 61st minute for a bad tackle. Despite this, they managed to equalise in the 64th minute, bringing the scoreline to 2-2 and setting up a tense finale.

Roebuck reacted swiftly with tactical substitutions in the 68th minute. Lewis Perry returned to the field, replacing Oliver Parkes at right back, while Christopher Hunt was reintroduced up front in place of Daniel Lander. These moves aimed to bolster both defence and attack as the match entered its decisive stages.

Just four minutes later, Dan Lees restored Roebuck’s lead tapping in the rebound off of his own saved penalty. This goal at the 72nd minute proved crucial in swinging momentum back in Roebuck’s favour.

Roebuck continued to shuffle their squad, bringing Bradley Hackett back on for Jack Wentworth in defence at the 73rd minute. This substitution reinforced the backline as the visitors sought to protect their lead.

The decisive moment came late in the match, in the 88th minute, when Bradley Hackett scored inside the box. The goal was expertly set up by a header from Cameron Cramer, who delivered a pinpoint assist to Hackett, sealing a 4-2 advantage for Roebuck.

In the final moments, Daniel Lander returned to the pitch, replacing Alistair Brown in midfield at the 89th minute, allowing Roebuck to see out the remaining time with fresh legs.

Roebuck’s victory was built on a strong first half performance and resilience in the second, overcoming a spirited Kidderminster Athletic side. The tactical substitutions and clinical finishing ensured Roebuck’s place in the next round of the cup.