Altrincham beat Eastleigh 2-1 at home with Liam Humbles scoring the winner in a National League clash on Friday 4th September 2026. The victory came after a tight first half where neither side found the net, before Altrincham took the lead through Jimmy Knowles in the 54th minute.
How did Altrincham take the lead against Eastleigh?
Jimmy Knowles fired home from range after a goalless first half to put Altrincham ahead against Eastleigh. The goal came shortly after the break as Altrincham began to assert more control in midfield. Knowles’ strike was the result of sustained pressure following a defensive error by Eastleigh in their own half.
What happened when Eastleigh equalised?
Kyle McAllister levelled for Eastleigh immediately after Altrincham’s goal, capitalising on good work from Ricardo Rees out wide. The hosts pulled level quickly to set up a tense finale as both teams pushed for a winner. McAllister’s goal came just minutes after Knowles had given Altrincham the lead.
Who scored the winner for Altrincham?
Liam Humbles scored the winner for Altrincham in the fifth minute of stoppage time after Sam Taylor raced down the flank and picked out Reddin to tap home at the back post. The goal came after a dramatic finale where both sides had pushed for a late winner. Humbles’ finish secured all three points for Altrincham at home.
Altrincham are currently 16th in the National League with six points from five games, having scored five and conceded seven this season. They remain seven points behind league leaders Boreham Wood. For more on their upcoming fixtures, check the fixtures page. The squad details can be viewed on the squad page as they prepare for their next match.
