Tuesday 14 October 2025 – Essex Senior League
Kick-off: 7:45 PM | Venue: Woodside Park
Live on WDSportz (£5.99 PPV)
A Clash of Momentum and Belief
Under the floodlights of Woodside Park, two contrasting stories will collide. One is about rebuilding identity and belief. The other is about maintaining momentum and chasing silverware.
For Benfleet FC, this fixture is more than just another league game. It is a test of progress and pride, a chance to prove they belong among the division’s best.
For Woodford Town, it represents an opportunity to steady the ship and remind everyone why they are considered one of the most dangerous attacking teams in the Essex Senior League.
Both sides arrive with ambition, both know how to score, and both have something to prove.
Benfleet’s Season of Evolution
Benfleet’s campaign has been a story of development and growing confidence. Eighth in the Essex Senior League table with seventeen points from eleven matches, they have balanced promise with resilience in a season that has tested their consistency.
Their record of five wins, two draws and four defeats shows the unpredictable nature of their journey. The highlight so far came in early October when they produced a stunning five-nil victory over Romford FC, a result that reignited belief within the squad and their supporters.
That performance was not a one-off. The team has shown flashes of quality throughout the campaign, competing fiercely against top-half sides and finding goals from multiple areas of the pitch. They have scored in nearly every game since August, proving they can hurt teams when they find rhythm and confidence.
The challenge now is maintaining that level of performance against one of the strongest sides in the league.
A Team Built on Togetherness
Benfleet’s biggest strength lies in their collective unity rather than individual stars. Every player contributes, and the goals are spread across the squad.
Forward Max Jobson leads the way with five goals, combining strength and sharp finishing inside the box. Midfielders Taylor Lawrence and Jake George Godfrey have both added four goals each, while Toby Dickinson and Nathan Saunders have also chipped in during key moments.
In total, fourteen different players have found the net this season, reflecting a balanced and unpredictable attack.
At the same time, the team is still refining its defensive structure, having conceded twenty-seven goals. Their attacking bravery occasionally leaves gaps at the back, but their willingness to take risks is what makes them such an exciting side to watch.
Benfleet’s Mentality Shift
Benfleet’s playing style is built around energy, pressing and intent. They are not afraid to take the game to their opponents. The coaching staff have successfully instilled a mentality that combines work ethic with freedom of expression.
When everything clicks, they can overwhelm teams through quick transitions and direct play. Their pressing from the front, led by Jobson and supported by Lawrence, often sets the tone early in matches.
The next step in their evolution is turning narrow defeats into tight wins. Tuesday night’s meeting with Woodford Town provides the perfect opportunity to do exactly that.
Woodford Town’s Season So Far
While Benfleet have been building, Woodford Town have been battling near the top end of the table. Currently fifth with twenty points from eleven games, they remain one of the favourites for the title despite a recent dip in form.
They have scored thirty-nine goals in all competitions, the most in the division, and their front line has been nothing short of electric.
Leading the charge is Adebola Oladele Sotoyinbo, who has scored eleven goals in eleven matches. His movement, strength and clinical finishing have made him the most feared striker in the Essex Senior League this season.
Supporting him are key contributors Marko Protic with five goals and Dimitri Mario Christou with four. Their link-up play and creativity in the final third have been central to Woodford’s attacking success.
Midfielder Samuel Owusu anchors the side, while defender Miles Mitchell-Nelson brings experience and authority to the back line. Together, they have created a team that can dominate possession and transition quickly when needed.
Recent Form and Fixtures
Woodford’s recent results reflect both their potential and their inconsistency. In their last five matches, they have drawn twice, lost twice and won once.
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Frentford FC 2–2 Woodford Town FC (11 Oct 2025)
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Halstead Town FC 1–1 Woodford Town FC (7 Oct 2025)
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Woodford Town FC 1–2 Ilford FC (3 Oct 2025)
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Woodford Town FC 0–1 St Albans City (27 Sep 2025)
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Woodford Town FC 5–1 Rayleigh Town (24 Sep 2025)
This run includes strong performances against top opposition but also reminders of how fine the margins are at this level. Despite a few frustrating draws and losses, they remain within striking distance of the league leaders.
League Table Context
The Essex Senior League has never been tighter. SOUL Tower Hamlets and Halstead Town lead with twenty-four points each. Little Oakley and Barking sit close behind on twenty-two, followed by Woodford Town with twenty.
Benfleet, only three points behind, sit in eighth but could move level with Woodford if they take all three points on Tuesday night.
This match therefore has real significance. A victory for Benfleet would bring them into the top-five conversation. For Woodford, it would re-establish their momentum and reaffirm their title credentials.
Players to Watch
Max Jobson (Benfleet FC)
Five goals this season and a relentless runner. His combination of physicality and instinct in front of goal makes him a constant threat.
Taylor Lawrence (Benfleet FC)
Calm in possession and capable of controlling the tempo. His vision and composure will be crucial in midfield.
Jake George Godfrey (Benfleet FC)
A creative link between midfield and attack. His ability to find space and play the final pass can unlock any defence.
Adebola Sotoyinbo (Woodford Town FC)
Eleven goals in eleven games. Lethal, composed and confident. Every touch he takes inside the box feels dangerous.
Marko Protic (Woodford Town FC)
Five goals and consistent performances. A tireless forward who complements Sotoyinbo perfectly.
Dimitri Christou (Woodford Town FC)
Four goals and plenty of influence. His intelligence and work rate make him one of the league’s most complete attacking midfielders.
Tactical Breakdown
Benfleet’s best results come when they press as a unit and play vertically. Their quick counterattacks and willingness to commit numbers forward can cause real problems for teams that like to build slowly from the back.
Woodford, however, thrive on possession and control. They look to dominate the ball, stretch opponents and overload the flanks. Their patience in the build-up often pays off through late runs into the box or set-piece routines.
This will be a game of timing, shape and composure. Benfleet will aim to frustrate early and then strike on the break. Woodford will look to impose rhythm and control. Whichever team maintains their discipline under pressure is likely to take the points.
The Stage is Set
Tuesday night football always carries a special atmosphere. The floodlights, the noise from the stands, and the sense of unpredictability that defines grassroots football.
At Woodside Park, both teams know what is at stake. For Benfleet, it is a chance to make a statement. For Woodford, it is about reasserting dominance and staying within reach of the title race.
With goals almost guaranteed, supporters can expect ninety minutes of pure intensity.
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Benfleet FC vs Woodford Town FC
Tuesday 14 October 2025 | Kick-off 7:45 PM
Venue: Woodside Park
Live on WDSportz – £5.99 Pay-Per-View
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