Silsden win first-ever game over Consett to progress in FA Trophy

By the Editorial Team · Sunday, August 30, 2026

Silsden defeated Consett 2-1 to achieve their first-ever victory against them and advance in the FA Trophy. The win was secured by two set-piece goals involving captain Jake Cassidy, highlighting Silsden’s effective use of free kicks despite a late goal from Consett’s debutant Lucas Lockhart.

Silsden secured their first-ever victory over Consett to advance to the next round of the FA Trophy. The match saw early pressure from Silsden, with Luke Brooksbank and Jakub Hebda testing Consett’s goalkeeper Harry Moss before the home side broke the deadlock in the 34th minute.

The opening goal came from a free kick awarded for handball near the edge of the penalty area. Tobias Jeffrey delivered the set piece into the box, where captain Jake Cassidy rose to head the ball home. Just four minutes later, Silsden extended their lead to 2-0. Cassidy again played a key role, heading down Jeffrey’s free kick, allowing Andy Briggs to finish and double the advantage.

Consett pulled a goal back late in the match through Lucas Lockhart, who marked his debut with the goal. However, the effort proved insufficient to alter the outcome, and Silsden progressed to the subsequent round of the competition.

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