New hope for Abbey in battle to avoid drop (From East London and West Essex Guardian Series)

New hope for Abbey in battle to avoid drop

12:29pm Tuesday 9th February 2010 in

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WALTHAM Abbey recorded a rare win in the Ryman League Premier Division on Saturday, when they ran out 4-2 winners.

The surprise result at promotion-chasing Wealdstone was the first time Abbey have ever won that fixture.

And it will give them much hope for a busy week ahead.

They have four matches in eight days.

On Saturday, Greg Alzapiedi’s team host Carshalton Athletic. They then entertain Bognor Regis on Tuesday, before a trip to Maidstone United on Thursday.

Sadly, Saturday's fine win had little effect on the table.

Abbey still sit bottom, but at least a little closer to their relegation-threatened rivals.

Abbey can also be buoyed by the way they fought back from 2-0 down, hitting four goals in the second half.

A brace from James Elmes, and one each for Billy Holland and Andy Keepence sealed the three points.