Western League Opens With Droves of Goals and Exciting Results

By the Editorial Team · Sunday, August 2, 2026

The Western League season began with several thrilling matches, highlighted by Liskeard Athletic’s 4-3 victory over Brislington and continued strong performances from Clevedon Town and St Blazey. These results set an exciting and competitive tone for the season as teams strive to build early momentum.

The Western League season kicked off with a series of high-scoring matches and competitive encounters, as teams sought early victories on the opening weekend.

Hosts Liskeard Athletic secured a dramatic 4-3 win over Brislington in a match featuring seven goals. Calum Merrin opened the scoring for Liskeard, but Jordan Scadding equalized for Brislington just before halftime. The visitors then took the lead through Tyller Davis-Whitlock shortly after the break. James Lorenz responded strongly for the hosts with two goals within 11 minutes, and Bailey Mabin extended Liskeard’s advantage to 4-2 soon after. George Jones pulled one back for Brislington late in the game, but Liskeard held on for the three points.

Saltash United handed Portishead Town their first defeat of the season, winning 2-1 thanks to goals from Henry Donovan and Joe Preece. Elsewhere, Shepton Mallet secured their second consecutive win with a 2-0 home victory against Sidmouth Town, with Harry Warwick and Ethan Cunnings both finding the net.

Clevedon Town continued their perfect start to the campaign by defeating Tavistock 2-1. Goals from Charlie Saunders and Laurent Davis-Wilson cemented the result after Tavistock had levelled. Bridgwater United came from behind twice to earn a 2-2 draw against Newquay at home. Newquay’s Callam McOnie and Jack Bray-Evans both scored, while Will Collins and Mark Armstrong provided the crucial equalisers for Bridgwater.

Brixham played out a 1-1 draw at Wells City, with Charlie Johansen rescuing a point after Raphael Oppong opened the scoring for Wells. Ivybridge Town secured a 3-1 win over Wellington on home turf, thanks to goals from Nick Salop, CJ Pritchard, and Owen Howard.

Buckland Athletic edged past Torpoint Athletic 2-1, with James Rowe giving the hosts the lead. Rafa Beadman equalized for Torpoint before halftime, but Buckland’s Sammy Stayt scored the decisive goal in the 71st minute. St Blazey maintained their unbeaten record with a 4-2 victory against Street. Olly Redd’s brace, combined with efforts from Kai Burrell and Harry Blows, gave them the edge despite a second-half response from the visitors.

The opening round showcased attacking intent and closely contested games, setting an energetic tone for the rest of the Western League season.

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