Match Report
On the table this was a mismatch: South Shields (2nd, 95 pts) held a 25-point advantage over Merthyr Town (8th, 70 pts). Merthyr Town had been under-performing their position — 20th on five-round form against 8th in the table.
Goal scorers
South Shields: Paul Blackett (16'), Paul Blackett (23'), Oliver Bainbridge (57'), Sonny Finch (35') · Merthyr Town: Lewys Twamley (78')
Key stats
Possession: South Shields 54% · Merthyr Town 46% · Total shots: 10-9 · On target: 6-5 · Corners: 3-4