After last week’s heartbreaking defeat to Harlow, Hackney Wick FC responded in style with a crucial 3-1 victory over playoff-chasing Hoddesdon Town. With Harlow suffering a midweek setback, this was a massive opportunity for Hackney to get back on track—and they seized it.

The Wickers took the lead in spectacular fashion when David Woods turned his man and unleashed a stunning left-footed curler from 25 yards, sending the home crowd into raptures. At the same moment, news filtered in that Harlow were trailing 1-0 to third-placed AS London—the title race was truly alive.

However, Hoddesdon found an equalizer before the break, as Bartosz Klimkiewicz was lobbed from a free kick, making it 1-1 at halftime.

Knowing they had to respond, Hackney came out firing in the second half. A cross from the left found who else but Issa Sidibie, who made no mistake, adding yet another goal to his remarkable tally this season. He has been immense all year.

Victory Akan, last season’s top scorer, then came off the bench and put the result beyond doubt, securing an important win for the Wickers.

With Harlow drawing their match, Hackney now have the upper hand in the title race. Though they remain a point behind Harlow, they have a game in hand—which, if won, would put them two points ahead with just five matches to go.

Next up: A massive clash against AS London, who sit in third and just held Harlow to a draw. Another huge test awaits!

Final Score: Hackney Wick FC 3 - 1 Hoddesdon Town FC

Scorers:

David Woods (1)
Issa Sidibie (1)
Victory Akan (1)