Roebuck welcomed Sedgley Rangers to Brown West Head Park on 28 September 2025 for a league home match kicking off at 10:45am. The hosts produced a commanding performance in what was a fairly poor game to overturn an early deficit and secure a 5-1 victory.
Deploying a traditional 4-4-2 formation, Roebuck set up with Jack Wentworth in goal, protected by a back four of Ryan McCullagh at right back, Kevin Burns and Cameron Cramer as central defenders, and Corey Rogers on the left. The midfield line featured Callum Billingham on the right flank, Alistair Brown and Dan Lees occupying the central midfield roles, and Kyle Glaze operating on the left wing. Upfront, Michael Woodall partnered Christopher Hunt. This setup promised a balanced approach, with full-backs expected to support wide midfielders, central midfielders tasked with controlling the tempo, and forwards looking to exploit spaces created by the wide players. The substitutes available for Roebuck were Bradley Hackett, James Beddard, Oliver Parkes, Daniel Lander, and Jamie Hyde.
The match began with Sedgley Rangers taking an early advantage when they were awarded a penalty in the 14th minute. The visitors calmly converted from the spot, putting Roebuck on the back foot and forcing them to chase the game. Despite this setback, Roebuck gradually grew into the contest, their defensive line holding firm and midfielders beginning to assert control.
As the first half progressed, Roebuck’s attacking intent became increasingly evident. Cameron Cramer, one of the central defenders, ventured forward to deliver a precise cross into the box, which left midfielder Kyle Glaze expertly finished with his right foot in the 40th minute to level the scores. This goal sparked a swift response, with Glaze turning provider just three minutes later, playing a neat short pass to central midfielder Alistair Brown who found the net from close range, putting Roebuck ahead before the interval.
The momentum swung decisively in Roebuck’s favour just before half time when Ryan McCullagh launched a long pass from the right flank to Michael Woodall. Woodall unleashed a powerful right-footed strike from outside the box to extend the lead to 3-1. The visitors’ frustration was evident as they received a yellow card for dissent in the 43rd minute, adding to their woes.
The second half saw Sedgley Rangers attempt to regain composure but their efforts were hampered by another yellow card for a bad tackle in the 52nd minute. Roebuck made their first substitution at the hour mark, bringing on Bradley Hackett for Callum Billingham which saw Corey Rogers move in to his more natural right midfield position. Shortly after, in the 66th minute, James Beddard replaced Alistair Brown in central midfield while Oliver Parkes came on for right back Ryan McCullagh, signalling a tactical tweak to maintain intensity.
Christopher Hunt was withdrawn in the 72nd minute for Daniel Lander, allowing Roebuck to inject further energy into their forward line. The visitors struggled to contain Roebuck’s attacking threat, and in the 74th minute, Michael Woodall doubled his tally with a direct free-kick from outside the box.
Woodall’s afternoon ended in the 76th minute when Jamie Hyde was introduced to replace him. Roebuck continued to press, and in the 78th minute, Cameron Cramer rose to the occasion by tapping in a close-range finish from a corner expertly delivered by Kyle Glaze, making it 5-1. The final stages saw further changes as Ryan McCullagh returned to the pitch replacing Corey Rogers in the 80th minute, while Kyle Glaze was substituted for Christopher Hunt, allowing the winger to rest after an influential display.
Roebuck’s comprehensive 5-1 victory was a testament to their resilience and attacking prowess, overturning an early penalty concession to dominate proceedings. The blend of solid defensive work, midfield creativity, and clinical finishing ensured all three points remained at Brown West Head Park.
Corey Rogers was voted Player Of The Match for a solid display out of position at left back for keeping Sedgley’s main threat quiet.
