Silsden defeated Consett 3-2 in the first round qualifying of the FA Trophy on 29 August 2026. The hosts held their nerve in a match where Consett controlled possession but could not find a way through late on. By then the result was decided, though only after a series of end-to-end moments.
The opening exchanges produced goals at 34 and 38 minutes, setting up an open contest from the start. Consett responded with three yellow cards at 55, 78 and 83 minutes, suggesting frustration mounting as the game progressed. The visitors pushed forward, but Silsden held firm defensively.
Three further goals came after the interval, with the decisive strikes arriving at 84 and 90 minutes. The late nature of the finish meant things came to a head in the final stages, and Silsden held on for the victory despite Consett's greater share of possession at 57 per cent.
Consett edged the attack count 114 to 108 and won the corner battle 3-0, yet their dominance in possession did not translate into a more convincing result. Silsden registered no yellow cards and relied on direct approaches rather than sustained pressure.
The win moves Silsden forward in the trophy competition, while Consett will reflect on a performance that produced more shots but fewer rewards. The goal difference tells its own story here — five goals for, four against, with the margin proving narrow.