Pul Town claimed the FA Trophy with a 1-0 victory over Basingstoke Town in the final on 26 September 2026. The match finished 1-0, and one goal was enough to decide the trophy. To be fair, the result reflected a game decided by a single moment rather than sustained pressure from either side.
Pul Town had shown signs of inconsistency before the final. They lost 1-2 to Bishop's Cleeve on 5 September, then bounced back with a 2-0 win over Eastleigh. A 1-1 draw against Cardiff City U21 and a 1-1 stalemate with Plymouth Parkway followed. By then, they had already beaten Yeovil Town 2-1 in their most recent outing.
Basingstoke Town arrived with mixed results of their own. A 0-1 defeat to Stoneham on 8 September ended a run that included a 0-0 draw with the same side five days earlier. Before that, they won 4-2 against Slough Town on 14 July. A 1-1 draw with Dorchester Town and a 2-1 victory over Shaftesbury Town rounded out their recent form.
The final scoreline suggests a tight contest where chances were scarce. One goal in a final often means both teams were cautious, and the decisive moment came when it mattered most. The heat took the sting out of the second half, and Pul Town held on for the win.
Winning the FA Trophy adds a piece of silverware to Pul Town's history. Basingstoke Town will look to build on their defensive solidity shown against Stoneham. The result settles the competition and leaves both clubs to reflect on where they stand heading into the new season.
