Yeovil Town prepare to host Worthing in a National League clash on Tuesday evening, with the Glovers aiming to extend their winning run to three matches. The fixture at Huish Park offers a chance to strengthen their position in the top six of the table.
Billy Rowley's side moved up to sixth with 18 points from 10 games after a hard-fought 1-0 away win at Kidderminster Harriers last Saturday. J. Powell's 74th-minute strike, assisted by S. Spasov, secured the three points and continued the positive momentum from a 4-1 home thrashing of Solihull Moors the previous week.
Recent form and squad insight
Those consecutive victories have steadied the ship after a mixed run that included a draw with Aldershot Town and defeats to AFC Fylde and Southend. The team that dismantled Solihull Moors featured J. Barker in goal, with a back four of A. Davies, J. Kingdon, J. Gubbins and J. Norville-Williams. The midfield and attack were powered by H. Muller, B. McGavin, J. Daly, R. Jones, S. Spasov and Z. Westbrooke.
Head coach Billy Rowley, who succeeded Richard Dryden, believes the work on the training ground is paying off. "His philosophy is beginning to translate and manifest itself on the pitch at Huish Park," Rowley said. The 42-year-old brings a wealth of experience from roles at Chelsea’s Centre of Excellence, Fulham’s development setup, Millwall’s academy and several years coaching in the United States, including a five-year spell at Walton & Hersham.
Rowley's immediate predecessor, Richard Dryden, was in charge for the opening three games of the season before his departure. The team's recent defensive solidity, conceding just once in the last two outings, will be key against a free-scoring Worthing side.
Opposition analysis
Visitors Worthing arrive in ninth place and present a significant challenge, having recently beaten FC Halifax Town and Hartlepool. Their last starting lineup, from the win at Hartlepool, included T. Seymour in goal and attackers like C. Kendall. The two clubs were separated by just two places and 11 points in the 2023/24 National League South season, adding an extra edge to this encounter.
Worthing's style under manager Adam Hinshelwood is known for being attack-minded and expansive, which could lead to an open game against Yeovil's improving defensive structure. Their recent form has been inconsistent, but their ability to score goals makes them a constant threat.
Key players and match details
With 19 goals scored this season, Yeovil's attack has been potent, and they will look to players like Powell and Spasov to deliver again. Midfielder B. McGavin has been a consistent creative force, while the defensive partnership of Kingdon and Gubbins will be tasked with nullifying Worthing's forward line.
The match kicks off at Huish Park on Tuesday, 29 September at 18:45 UTC. Ticket information is available on the club's official website, with home supporters encouraged to attend and generate a strong atmosphere to back the team's push for a third consecutive win.
