Stafford Rangers secured a 2-0 victory over Corby Town in a match held at Corby Town’s home ground on Saturday, August 29. Goals from Jack Birch and Ty Webster ensured the visitors took all three points, extending Corby’s challenging start to the season despite the recent contract renewal of their manager, Leon Mettam.

Stafford Rangers controlled the majority of the game, demonstrating composure and control throughout the match. Early on, Kyle Sambor was particularly active for the visitors, creating opportunities and testing Corby’s goalkeeper Milai Perott. Amir Ward and Wealth Da Silva also threatened the home defense, with Da Silva’s pace and direct running causing consistent problems.

The deadlock was broken in the 34th minute when Da Silva’s shot was initially saved by Perott, but Birch capitalized on the rebound and calmly converted to give Stafford the lead. Following halftime, Corby showed signs of renewed intensity as Mettam’s team sought to overturn the deficit. Francesco Obiagwu came close to equalizing early in the second half, forcing a strong save from Stafford goalkeeper Russell Saunders during a one-on-one situation.

Corby continued to press for an equalizer, creating sporadic chances, but Stafford remained a threat on the break. Near the end of the match, Mitch Clarke nearly extended the lead for the visitors, with his headed effort cleared off the line. Stafford ultimately doubled their advantage in the 87th minute when Webster reacted swiftly to a saved shot from Harvey Washington, nodding the rebound into the net to seal the win.

The result marked a valuable away victory for Stafford Rangers as they asserted control in a contest where Corby struggled to produce clear-cut chances in front of their home supporters. The win provided a positive response for Graham Deakin’s side, while Corby Town’s difficulties early in the season continued despite the recent managerial commitment.