Shepton Mallet 1 - 3 Paulton Rovers

Report by Tony Walsh

Match photos by Jenny Short available by clicking on the ‘Photos’ tab.

Paulton came through a tricky and at times physical encounter at Shepton who were previously managed by Rovers' Craig Loxton and John Durbin.

Shepton were on top in the first half and took an 11th minute lead when Reed headed home Nathan Legge's corner. There was an impressive display by Mallet skipper Jake Sloggett.

Rovers dominated the second half and drew level after 72 minutes when Leo Eglin set up Trialist A who slotted home.

Three minutes later a foul on Trialist A saw a penalty converted by Martin Lenihan.

Paulton completed proceedings as Eglin drove home from close range on 88 minutes.

Rovers continue the pre season build up away at Slimbridge on Saturday, then home to Welton Rovers on Tuesday 18 July KO 7-30 pm then welcome Bristol City U23s to Winterfield Road on Saturday 22 July - kick off 3-00pm