Aldershot Town Stage Dramatic Comeback to Beat Altrincham 2-1

Late Heroics End Aldershot’s Losing Run

Tyler Frost’s stoppage-time winner fired Aldershot Town to a thoroughly deserved 2-1 win at home to Altrincham in the National League. The dramatic victory at the Recreation Ground on 6 December 2025 brought an end to a difficult period for the Shots and provided crucial relief for the struggling side.

Breaking the Winless Streak

The Shots went into the clash on a run of eight defeats in a row in the league and looked to be heading for another loss after failing to take their chances. The match seemed destined to continue their misery when Mid-table Altrincham took the lead in the 62nd minute, Ollie Crankshaw running on to Tom Crawford’s pass and beating two defenders before finding the top corner from the edge of the box.

Dramatic Turnaround

However, Aldershot refused to accept defeat. The Shots deservedly got back on level terms in the 89th minute when Jones’ powerful shot from the edge of the box was parried by Hutchinson to Ghandour, who clinically fired home the rebound. The momentum had shifted, and the home side capitalised immediately.

The hosts took the lead in stoppage time when Frost got the ball on the left-hand channel and drove forward before curling a superb right-foot shot in off the inside of the right-hand post. The substitute, who had only entered the match in the 83rd minute, became the hero with his match-winning strike.

Significance for Both Sides

This result holds immense significance for Aldershot Town in their battle against relegation from the National League. The three points provide a vital boost to their survival hopes and could serve as a turning point in their season. For Altrincham, the defeat represents a missed opportunity to climb the table, having dominated for much of the contest before the late collapse. The match demonstrates that in football, perseverance and belief can overcome even the most challenging circumstances, offering hope to the Aldershot faithful that their side can mount a survival challenge.