Boreham Wood FC fought to a 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur XI in a lively pre-season encounter, showcasing moments of brilliance and resilience throughout the match. The game, played on a warm afternoon, saw the Wood hold their own against a talented Spurs side, with notable performances on both ends.

Luke Garrard made four changes to the team that started Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal XI, with Whelan, Newton, King and Rush returning to the starting lineup.

The first half was a tightly contested affair, with both teams probing for openings. Boreham Wood’s goalkeeper Nathan Ashmore was called into action early, making a great block to stop Tottenham’s Yusuf Akhamrich from making a breakthrough in just the 5th minute.

Tottenham continued to press, with Rio Kyerematen’s tactical cross intercepted by Ashmore in the 16th minute, and another chance for the visitors was quickly snuffed out in the 36th minute as Ashmore made a key save. The game paused for a water break in the 33rd minute, leaving the score still deadlocked at 0-0 at the interval.

HT: Boreham Wood 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur XI

The second half kicked off with renewed energy, and Boreham Wood struck first in the 47th minute. Charles Clayden sent a spectacular shot into the bottom left corner, giving the home side a 1-0 lead. The hosts doubled their advantage in the 60th minute when Abdul Abdulmalik’s daring run set up Clayden, who finished with style, making it 2-0 and signalling a promising display from the Wood.

Tottenham responded fiercely, reducing the deficit in the 80th minute when Oliver Irow’s shot went over the bar, but the visitors weren’t done. Spurs pulled level in the 76th minute with a goal from Reiss Elliott-Parris, making it 2-2 and setting up a tense finale. The match ended in a draw, with both sides battling until the final whistle.

FT: Boreham Wood 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur XI

Despite the late equalizer, Boreham Wood’s encouraging performance highlighted their defensive organization and attacking potential, leaving fans optimistic ahead of the upcoming season.

Boreham Wood: Ashmore, O’Connell (Henry 46), Sousa, Whelan, Abdulmalik (Benton 60), Newton (Ilesanmi 60), King (Coxe 60), Reynolds, Clayden, Trialist A (Bush 46), Rush (Dixon 46).

Subs not used: Trialist B (GK).

Tottenham Hotspur XI: Archer (Bloedorn 73), Rowswell (Batty 73) , Hardy (Tye Hall 40), Arganese- Mcdermott (Ashcroft 46) Logan (Beggs 46), Cassanova (Olusesi 61) , Russell-Denny (Tyrese Hall 46), Kyerematen (Feeney 61), Akhamrich (O Irow 46), Lehane (Elliott-Parris 46), Mcfadden (Thompson 46).

Man of the match: Charles Clayden.

Match report written by Amy Stewart.