FC Halifax Town kicked off their pre-season campaign with a 3-1 victory over Spennymoor Town in a friendly match. The Shaymen dominated the first half, taking the lead through Josh Hmami before David Kawa doubled the advantage early in the second period. Spennymoor pulled one back, but Hmami sealed the win with a stunning long-range strike. The result comes after FC Halifax Town finished 8th in the National League last season with 70 points from 46 games, including a recent 2-1 win over Woking.
How did FC Halifax Town perform?
The Shaymen started brightly, with Hmami and Amari Morgan-Smith causing problems for the Spennymoor defence. Morgan-Smith nearly opened the scoring early on, but his effort was deflected wide. Hmami made no mistake when presented with a chance on the half-hour mark, tapping in after a defensive error. Kawa then added a second with a cool finish just before the hour mark, showcasing FC Halifax Town's attacking threat.
What were the key moments?
Spennymoor halved the deficit in the 61st minute when their captain slotted home, but FC Halifax Town quickly restored their two-goal cushion. Hmami's long-range effort in the 75th minute proved decisive, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance. The Shaymen also made several substitutions, including the introduction of trialists, as they fine-tune their squad ahead of the new season.
What's next for FC Halifax Town?
The Shaymen will continue their pre-season preparations with a trip to Rochdale on Tuesday, 28th July, kicking off at 7:45pm. This match will provide another opportunity for manager Pete Wild to assess his squad ahead of the National League campaign. With a strong finish to last season, including a 2-1 win over Woking in their final game, FC Halifax Town will be looking to build on that momentum.
