Lewis Banks delivered a man-of-the-match performance to help Altrincham secure a 3-1 victory over Aldershot Town on 10 October. The win moves the Robins up to sixth in the National League table with 24 points from 13 games, firmly into the play-off positions.
Banks opened the scoring in the 28th minute, setting Altrincham on their way. Aldershot equalised early in the second half through B. Tuma, but late goals from A. Barlow and L. Farrell sealed the three points for Neil Gibson's side. The manager praised his team's winning mentality after the final whistle.
Player recognition
Banks was interviewed by Tom Jolley of Alty TV following his standout display. "Lewis Banks talks to Alty TV's Tom Jolley after his man-of-the-match display in the 3-1 win against Aldershot Town," Jolley said. The result extends Altrincham's strong recent form to four wins in their last five matches.
The team now looks ahead to a key away fixture against fourth-placed Yeovil Town on 24 October.
The original report is at altrinchamfc.com
Manager Neil Gibson hailed his side's first-half display in the 3-1 win over Aldershot Town. Gibson told the club's media: "The first 35 minutes was as good football as we have played in my time here." He also confirmed the team's focus has shifted to the FA Cup Fourth Round Qualifying tie against FC United of Manchester this Saturday. The club expects a big crowd for the derby at The J.Davidson Stadium. Altrincham, sixth with 24 points, have now won eight of their last ten National League games.
