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Gibbons Goal, Eastwood Save Lead Cambridge United Over Salford
Cambridge United defeated Salford City 1-0 at home. James Gibbons scored the lone goal, and Jake Eastwood made a crucial late save.
Cambridge United head coach Neil Harris credited James Gibbons and Jake Eastwood for their key roles in the 1-0 victory over Salford City. Gibbons scored with a header early in the second half. Eastwood's late-game save denied Ryan Graydon. Harris said there were two big moments in the game that won it for Cambridge. Harris noted Gibbons' goal was built on desire to head the ball and win.
Key Facts
- Cambridge United defeated Salford City 1-0.
- James Gibbons scored the match's only goal.
- Gibbons' goal came via a second-half header.
- Jake Eastwood made a crucial late save.
- Salford City had won four straight games prior to this match.
- Salford was within two points of Cambridge in the standings.
- Neil Harris is the Cambridge United head coach.
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Research Sources
- Cambridge Independent — U's boss hails Gibbons and Eastwood