Match Report:
Oakwood FC 2 – 2 Arundel FC

Sussex County League Division 1 – 08/11/2025

Match Overview
Arundel FC travelled to Oakwood in search of their first points at the venue in three years. In an encounter marked by drama and resilience, both sides played out a thrilling 2–2 draw, with Arundel showing determination to end their losing streak at this challenging ground.

First Half

The hosts, Oakwood, began the match on the front foot and took the lead after 20 minutes thanks to a well-taken goal. Arundel responded positively, upping their tempo and finding the net twice through Harry Russell and Deagan Walsh. However, both goals were dubiously disallowed by the referee and linesman, to the frustration of the away side.

Arundel’s persistence finally paid dividends in first half stoppage time. Following a sustained spell of pressure, Olly Claydon rose highest to meet a corner and powered home a header in the 47th minute, ensuring the teams were level at 1–1 at the interval.

Second Half

The action continued after the break, with both teams creating opportunities. Oakwood seized the initiative on 50 minutes when Ageswand broke clear, rounded Arundel’s goalkeeper Maciek Kason, and slotted home to restore the home side’s lead.

Arundel once again displayed their fighting spirit. The visitors were rewarded when Deagan Walsh rose to meet a pinpoint corner from Liam Brady to head home an excellent header to make it 2–2.

Closing Stages

The match remained open and lively as both sides pushed for a late winner. Oakwood came closest when awarded a penalty, but Arundel’s Maciek Kason came to the rescue, producing a crucial save to deny the hosts and secure a hard-earned point for the visitors.

Final Score: Oakwood FC 2 – 2 Arundel FC

Arundel will take great heart from this spirited display, finally ending a sequence of defeats at Oakwood and collecting an important point away from home.

Summary

• Oakwood struck first, leading 1–0 after 20 minutes.
• Arundel had two goals ruled out before Olly Claydon equalised with a header in first half stoppage time.
• Ageswand put Oakwood back in front early in the second half, but Deagan Walsh’s header soon levelled the scores.
• Both teams pressed for a winner, with Oakwood missing a penalty thanks to a vital save from Maciek Kason.
• The match finished 2–2, with Arundel ending their losing run at Oakwood.

The Clubs Future Looks Bright

A special mention to Santi De La Mora, who made his first senior debut for the first team and didn’t look out of place at all. Full respect to Arundel’s youth recruitment process; this just highlights the effectiveness of promoting from within the club.

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