Slough Town fought back from two goals down to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw against Maidenhead United at Arbour Park on Good Friday, 3 April 2026. Captain Kiki Oshilaja headed in the equalising goal in the eighth minute of added time, ensuring the hosts remained unbeaten against their local rivals this season in front of a crowd of 1,934 spectators.
The visitors took control early in the match, with Josh Umerah scoring in the fourth minute. Maidenhead United doubled their lead in the 53rd minute through Asher Yearwood. Although Slough Town was awarded a penalty on the hour mark, the chance to narrow the deficit was missed when Basil Tuma’s shot was saved by the Maidenhead goalkeeper.
Slough Town continued to push for a way back into the game, eventually finding a lifeline in the 73rd minute through Tyrese Dyce. The late equaliser from Oshilaja salvaged a point for the home side, a result that leaves Slough Town 16th in the National League South table. Maidenhead United currently sits in seventh place, holding the final play-off spot.
Tensions between the two clubs, whose local rivalry is known as the SL Clasico, boiled over after the final whistle. A heavy challenge on Maidenhead player Jordon Ragguette led to a mass confrontation involving both teams’ players and staff. Maidenhead interim manager Ryan Peters was sent off following an allegation that he headbutted Slough Town manager Scott Davies during the altercation.
Speaking after the incident, Ryan Peters denied the accusation of physical assault. He stated that he had never headbutted anyone and claimed that Scott Davies had exaggerated the situation to get him sent off.
The match was the latest chapter in a long-standing local rivalry, which saw Slough Town previously defeat Maidenhead United 3-1 at York Road on Boxing Day 2025. This latest draw ensures Slough Town maintains their unbeaten record against the club this season.
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