Williams opens his Town account in home success over Brighouse

Aaron Williams bagged his first goals in Harrogate Town colours as his new club made it three pre-season victories on the bounce.
By The Newsroom
Published 17th Jul 2018, 22:08 BST
Updated 18th Jul 2018, 07:47 BST
Aaron William, right, is congratulated by Lloyd Kerry after scoring his second goal against Brighouse. Picture: Matt KirkhamAaron William, right, is congratulated by Lloyd Kerry after scoring his second goal against Brighouse. Picture: Matt Kirkham
Aaron William, right, is congratulated by Lloyd Kerry after scoring his second goal against Brighouse. Picture: Matt Kirkham

The striker, who joined from Brackley Town in the summer, netted a quick-fire brace to help Simon Weaver’s men overturn a one-goal deficit and beat Brighouse Town 3-1 on Tuesday evening.

The Evo-Stik League first division outfit took a ninth-minute lead when Aaron Martin got on the end of a cross from the left and diverted the ball past Harrogate gloveman Joe Cracknell.

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Parity was restored five minutes before the interval, Williams displaying a predatory instinct to sweep home at the back post.

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Just moments later, Williams struck again, converting Lloyd Kerry’s lofted ball from six yards out.

Town went close to extending their lead on a number of occasions before actually doing so in the 83rd minute.

Substitute Dominic Knowles registered for the third time in as many pre-season appearances to put the result beyond doubt, slotting in after Jack Muldoon had skinned his man and produced a dangerous ball.

Next up for Town is their biggest test of the summer, a visit from League One Bradford City, 3pm kick-off on Saturday.

Related topics:Harrogate TownBrighouseJack MuldoonJoe CracknellBrackley TownSimon Weaver