Rovers lively start saw Dave Sims and Ed Butcher testing the home keeper Reece Francis whilst the lively Lee Chilton saw his low shot held by Paulton stopper Joe Perry.

The visitors took the lead on 14 minutes as former youth team player Jake Sloggett picked up a loose ball and his low shot deceived Francis to hit the back of the net.

Braeden Symes was linking well with Brad Abrahams with Butcher and Sims both testing
Francis. On 40 minutes Rovers had a shout for a penalty as Butcher was clattered by Francis who appeared to have made no contact with the ball.

On the stroke of half time Evesham levelled in controversial circumstances as a long ball from the back was caught in the swirling wind as Perry rushed out he was baulked by striker Dave Reynolds who turn the ball in the net. Despite protests the referee allowed the goal.

Early in the second period Chilton and Jordon Sangha had chances and centre back Brad Maslen-Jones drove a dipping shot narrowly over the crossbar.

Perry was swiftly out to snuff out danger from Matt Dodds with Rovers young defender Mason Harrison and Ali Sen looking comfortable well marshalled by Craig Allan and Paulton skipper Charlie Hitchings.

With action at both ends and the influence of the wind the final chance fell to Rovers sub Jack Moore hitting a shot wide.

Entertainment Value 3 out of 5

Paulton Rovers star man of the match Brad Abrahams