⚽️ Benfleet FC 🔵♈️🟠 Punjab United FC - FA Vase R4 [Sat17Jan26] GOALS

Описание: MATCH REPORT: Benfleet hosted Punjab United in the Isuzu FA Vase Fourth Round on Saturday, 17 January 2026 at the Woodside Stadium, Manor Road, Benfleet.
The attendance of 647 was a strong turnout, close to the club's record, however Punjab United advanced to the last 16 of the FA Vase with a solid 2-0 victory over hosts Benfleet in this keenly anticipated fourth-round tie. The result ends impressive run in the competition but marks a historic progression for Punjab United from Kent. The game was tightly contested, with Benfleet battling hard in front of their passionate local support. However, they couldn't break through Punjab's resilient defence, which remained tough to crack throughout. Punjab capitalised on their two first half opportunities to secure the win and held firm without conceding. Benfleet created chances but were frustrated in the final third, with the home fans praised for their brilliant backing despite the outcome.
This was billed as potentially the biggest game in Benfleet's history, with pre-match excitement high and hopes of a big crowd which nearly matched their record of 702. Benfleet, competing in the Essex Senior League (Step 5), had built momentum with prior Vase wins, including a 2-0 third-round success over Dereham Town. Punjab United from the Southern Counties East League now move forward in their campaign to try and reach a Wembley final. Tough day for Benfleet, but what a ride in the Vase—congrats to Punjab United on the win!

⚽️ Benfleet FC 🔵♈️🟠 Punjab United FC - FA Vase R4 [Sat17Jan26] GOALS