Barnet held to draw at Crewe, face Tranmere in FA Cup

Barnet Football Club drew 1-1 with Crewe Alexandra in a Sky Bet League Two fixture played at Mornflake Stadium. The team secured a point after Tom Knowles scored Barnet's goal in the first half. The match concluded with an own goal from Zac Williams for Crewe in the 85th minute, resulting in the points being shared.

Both teams entered the fixture aiming to maintain their respective unbeaten runs, Crewe at home and Barnet away. Following a tentative start, Barnet created an early chance when Danny Collinge headed over in the seventh minute. Tom Knowles attempted a speculative 30-yard free kick on 27 minutes, which was blocked by Crewe's Luke Offord.

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Knowles opens scoring

The opening goal came in the 35th minute. Knowles received the ball on the edge of the box, controlled it, and struck a left-footed shot into the top corner of the net. In the moments before half-time, Barnet's Adam Senior made a sliding block to deny Jordan Gibson's effort.

The second half began with both sides showing attacking intent. Crewe's Josh March tested Barnet's goalkeeper Matthew Cox, who made a save. Later, a long throw from Knowles created an opportunity for Nnamdi Ofoborh, but his effort went wide after he lost his footing. Danny Collinge made a crucial tackle in the 68th minute as Crewe increased pressure.

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Barnet had opportunities to extend their lead. A move involving Brandon Comley and Collinge set up Oisin Gallagher, whose shot was blocked. However, Crewe equalised in the 85th minute when Zac Williams put the ball past his own goalkeeper. Crewe came close to a winner in the 90th minute when March headed against the crossbar. Barnet's substitute Damola Ajayi also tested Crewe's goalkeeper Ian Lawlor late in the game.

Upcoming FA Cup fixture

The attendance for the match at Mornflake Stadium was recorded as 4,855 spectators, with 431 travelling Barnet fans. Barnet will now turn their attention to the FA Cup. They are scheduled to host Tranmere Rovers at The Hive on Saturday, with kick-off at 3pm.