Fogden the goal hero as Hawks reignite National League South title dream

Danny Kedwell in the thick of things during Hawks' 1-0 home win over Slough Town. Photo by Dave Haines

The Hawks got back to winning ways at home with a crucial 1-0 success against Slough Town at Westleigh Park.

A 29th minute Wes Fogden goal proved enough to decide the contest.

The win took the Hawks above their opponents and up to third in the National League South.

With leaders Wealdstone losing at home the previous night, Paul Doswell’s men are now just seven points adrift of the table-toppers - having played a game more.

Andy Drury lines up a shot. Picture: Dave Haines

Andy Drury replaced injured top scorer Jonah Ayunga in the only change in the Hawks starting line-up to the one beaten 2-1 at Westleigh Park by lowly St Albans last Saturday.

The home side should have been behind in the opening 30 seconds when an unmarked Ben Harris headed over an open goal from three yards.

Almost immediately Hawks keeper Ross Worner had to get down to turn a low drive behind for a corner.

In a frantic opening, Danny Kedwell had a close-range shot on the turn blocked for a corner at the near post.

Wes Fogden and Bedsente Gomis celebrate Hawks' winner against Slough. Photo by Dave Haines

The Hawks picked up their pace and Bedsente Gomis flashed a drive narrowly over the bar.

It had been a lively start with both teams looking to attack at every opportunity.

On 21 minutes Kedwell put a header straight into the arms of Rebels goalkeeper Jack Turner from eight yards.