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March Town United Triumphs in Shootout to Reach Hinchingbrooke Cup Final

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18/02/2025-March Town United FC has advanced to the Hinchingbrooke Cup Final after a dramatic semi-final victory against St Neots Town FC at RGF Lane. The thrilling match ended 2-2 at full-time, with March Town prevailing 5-4 in a tense penalty shootout.

St Neots took an early lead, but the Hares battled back with goals from Danny Emmington and Denny Escorcio to level the score. Both sides pushed hard for a winner, but the deadlock remained, forcing the game to be decided from the spot. March Town converted all five penalties, displaying nerves of steel to secure their place in the final.

Manager Ash Taylor praised the team’s resilience: “This was a test of character, and the lads showed incredible composure. I’m proud of how they fought to the end. We’re looking forward to the final.”

This victory follows their commanding 3-0 win over Histon FC on 16th February at the GER Sports Ground on Robingoodfellows Lane. Veteran striker Toby Allen opened the scoring in the 15th minute, taking advantage of a defensive error to give March Town an early lead. Man of the Match Josh Burrows controlled the midfield, driving the team forward with a stellar performance. Allen struck again in the 35th minute, doubling the lead with a clinical finish.

March’s defense held strong in the second half, denying Histon any clear opportunities and securing a clean sheet. Manager Ash Taylor commended his squad’s teamwork and focus, saying, “The players executed our game plan brilliantly. It was a fantastic display of skill and determination.”

With momentum on their side, March Town United is in fine form as they continue their campaign in the United Counties League Premier Division South. Fans are eager to see how the Hares will build on these successes in the upcoming matches.

Up the Hares!

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Abel Mavura is a journalist, editor, and writer whose work explores the intersections of cities, migration, and social justice. He tells stories about how people move, survive, and remake urban life under conditions of precarity, drawing on close field engagement and lived experience. Trained as a journalist at the Christian College of Southern Africa, Abel’s early work was rooted in media practice and community storytelling. Over time, his focus expanded into research and critical inquiry, allowing his writing to move fluidly between reportage, analysis, and long-form reflection. He is a graduate of Sciences Po Paris and is currently pursuing research at the University of Cambridge, where his work builds on earlier research into migration and informal housing. Abel is the author of three books, and his writing has appeared across platforms ranging from grassroots and community radio to international and policy-facing spaces. His work is grounded in clarity, ethical storytelling, and a commitment to centring voices often left out of mainstream narratives.

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