Sutton United 1:1 Walton & Hersham — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Besart Topalloj's 32nd-minute opener was cancelled out by Seydil Toure's second-half equaliser as Sutton United and Walton & Hersham played out a 1-1 draw in this Club Friendly, with Sutton's Jadon Trickett the standout performer on the day; the result leaves Sutton preparing for a home friendly against Horsham later this month.

The match turned when Toure levelled for the visitors in the 69th minute, punishing Sutton for not extending their lead after Topalloj had put them ahead in the first half with a composed finish. Neither side could find a winner thereafter, with the game settling into a scrappy midfield battle devoid of further clear-cut chances.

Sutton United shaded the numbers with 51% possession and earned eight corners to Walton & Hersham's three, but they could not translate that territorial advantage into a winning goal. Jadon Trickett was the standout player with a rating of 7.13 out of ten, offering a steady presence in the Sutton midfield. CheckLive's model clearly favoured Walton & Hersham before kick-off, but the draw proved it wrong, with the live signals offering no clear correction. Sutton United now host Horsham in another friendly.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Sutton United vs Walton & Hersham?

Sutton United 1-1 Walton & Hersham (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Besart Topalloj (32') for Sutton United; Seydil Toure (69') for Walton & Hersham.