Full time
Aveley
1–2
Maldon & Tiptree
Kymani Thomas 67'
Jamie Bennett 34'
Tom Eastman 87'
Half-time
0–1
Attendance
376
Venue
Parkside
Line-ups and match stats
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Eastman heads home late winner as Jammers beat Aveley to clinch Butterworth's first win and complete the double over Aveley.
Aveley 1–2 Maldon & Tiptree · Isthmian League Premier Division · Monday 19 October 2026 · Parkside
Tom Eastman was the hero once again as Maldon & Tiptree secured a dramatic 2–1 away victory over Aveley, with the defender's powerful 87th-minute header sealing all three points for the Jammers. Eastman's decisive contribution marked his second goal in as many outings, following his strike against Lewes on Saturday, as Steve Butterworth's side continued to build momentum. The win also completes the double over Aveley for 2026-27, following an earlier 1-0 home victory.
Bennett gives the Jammers the advantage
Following Saturday's 1–1 draw at Lewes, Maldon arrived at Parkside looking to turn another encouraging performance into a valuable three points. Butterworth's side made a bright start and controlled the majority of the first half.
The visitors made the breakthrough in the 34th minute when Jamie Bennett found the net to put the Jammers ahead. Reiss Webber intercepted the ball from an Aveley defender, before Charlee Hughes squared the ball to Bennett, with the new signing making no mistake.
Moments after taking the lead, Hughes was almost rewarded for his tenacious work-rate up front, with a good opportunity to extend Maldon's lead, but his effort was saved.
