STRATFORD Town slipped to a late 2-1 defeat against Warwickshire rivals Leamington in their lastest pre-season outing.
The Bards drew level after the break courtesy of Chris Hussey’s free-kick which came either side of goals from Ewan Williams and Cally Stewart at the Arden Garages Stadium.
After a slow start, the Brakes broke the deadlock on 23 minutes when Will Shorrock squared the ball to Williams who produced a calm finish after winning back possession inside the Stratford penalty area.
However, Stratford equalised on the hour mark when Hussey’s free-kick found the top corner, beating substitute goalkeeper James Dadge in the Leamington goal.
Both teams had chances to win the game before Stewart finished through the legs of Bards goalkeeper Callum Smith from Henry Landers’ pass.
