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News • September 2nd, 2026
|In an exciting clash on September 2, 2026, FC Halifax Town faced off against Hartlepool United in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The game, held at The Shay Stadium, ended with a narrow victory for Halifax, who secured a 1-0 win thanks to a goal from Will Hugill in the second half.
Match Overview
The match featured a solid performance from both teams, but it was FC Halifax Town who managed to break the deadlock. The only goal of the match came in the 53rd minute, when Will Hugill found the back of the net, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. The victory was crucial for Halifax as they continue to push for a strong position in the league.
Team Line-Ups
Both teams fielded competitive line-ups, showcasing some of their best talents. Here’s a breakdown of the starting players for each side:
FC Halifax Town:
33 True Grant
2 Max Bardell
8 Will Flint
5 Shaun Hobson
3 Raheem Conte
4 Will Hugill (c)
30 Cody Johnson
20 Tayt Trusty
10 Zak Gilsenan (substituted for 23 Dylan Crowe at 87 minutes)
14 Amari Morgan-Smith (substituted for 22 David Kawa)
9 Conor Carty (substituted for 17 Ben Tollitt at 89 minutes)
Hartlepool United:
1 Max Merrick
2 Jay Benn
3 Cameron John (substituted for 4 Jack Hunter at 50 minutes)
6 Reiss McNally (c)
7 Brooklyn Ilunga
8 Jamie Miley
9 Jordan Hugill (substituted for 30 Terry Bondo at 60 minutes)
10 Will Harris
14 Nathan Sheron
17 Jack Nolan
27 Liam Gibson (substituted for 21 Charlie Thornton at 70 minutes)
Key Moments
The match was not without its intensity, as several yellow cards were handed out during the game. Notable bookings included:
Cody Johnson (FC Halifax Town) - 18 minutes
Liam Gibson (Hartlepool United) - 38 minutes
Tayt Trusty (FC Halifax Town) - 39 minutes
Terry Bondo (Hartlepool United) - 80 minutes
Reiss McNally (Hartlepool United) - 90 minutes
Will Hugill (FC Halifax Town) - 90 minutes
Despite the cautions, the match remained competitive and engaging until the final whistle. The attendance was a respectable 1,814, with around 650 fans making the trip from Hartlepool to support their team.
Referee's Decisions
The officiating was led by referee Andrew Miller, who had a challenging task managing the heated moments throughout the match. His decisions were crucial in maintaining order on the pitch, particularly with the number of yellow cards issued.
