Hinckley AFC secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Daventry Town at Kirkby Road on Saturday 4 April 2026, marking the club’s third consecutive win. The result, witnessed by 163 spectators, allowed the home side to avenge an opening-day defeat from July 2025.
Zach Tellyn set the tone for the match with two goals in the first half, finding the net in the 29th and 36th minutes. Captain Brady Middleton extended the lead in the 60th minute with his 11th goal of the season, a performance that earned him the Meade Heating Supporters’ Man of the Match award. Late goals from Raj Palit in the 90th minute and Afonso Mvula in the 93rd minute rounded off the scoring.
The win moves Hinckley AFC to 11th place in the United Counties League Premier Division South with 49 points from 36 games. Meanwhile, Daventry Town remains in 15th place with 41 points from 33 matches.
The team now prepares for a local derby against title-chasing Atherstone Town on Easter Monday, 6 April 2026. This upcoming fixture carries significant weight, as Atherstone is the only club currently able to mathematically challenge the league leaders for the top spot.
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