Match report
Bromley Defeats Barrow 2-1 in League Two Clash
Bromley
2–1
FT
Barrow
Nov 15, 2025
Bromley held off a determined Barrow side to secure a vital 2-1 win in the League Two clash at Hayes Lane. Michael Ifill opened the scoring for Bromley with an early goal, assisted by Ashley Charles, before Barrow's Benjamin Whitfield equalized after half-time. However, Nkondo Kabamba restored Bromley's lead late on, ensuring the home side took all three points.
Key Facts
- • Michael Ifill scored first for Bromley at 32 minutes.
- • Barrow equalized through Benjamin Whitfield in the 50th minute.
- • Nkondo Kabamba secured victory for Bromley with a goal in the 88th minute.
- • Chris Whitely of Bromley received a yellow card at 45 minutes.
Lineups
Bromley
Formation: 4-1-4-1
Starting XI
- 1 G. Smith (G)
- 26 M. Ifill (D)
- 3 D. Elerewe (D)
- 5 O. Sowunmi (D)
- 30 I. Odutayo (D)
- 4 A. Charles (M)
- 18 C. Whitely (M)
- 20 J. Arthurs (M)
- 16 W. Hondermarck (M)
- 11 M. Pinnock (M)
- 9 M. Cheek (F)
Substitutes
- 12 S. Long
- 6 K. Cameron
- 7 B. Krauhaus
- 14 N. Kabamba
- 19 J. Umolu
- 31 B. Ilunga
- 34 A. Stepien-Iwumene
Barrow
Formation: 3-4-1-2
Starting XI
- 1 W. Stanway (G)
- 5 C. Raglan (D)
- 6 N. Canavan (D)
- 3 L. Shipley (D)
- 7 B. Jackson (M)
- 45 R. Harper (M)
- 14 C. McCann (M)
- 11 E. Newby (M)
- 34 B. Whitfield (F)
- 25 J. Gordon (F)
- 15 K. Hemmings (F)
Substitutes
- 31 B. Winterbottom
- 21 J. Earing
- 8 S. Smith
- 19 M. Adu Poku
- 20 I. Fletcher
- 23 C. Mahoney
Timeline
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32' Bromley Goal · Normal GoalM. Ifill · Assist: Ashley Charles -
45'+6 Barrow subst · Substitution 1Off: L. Shipley · On: C. Mahoney -
45' Bromley Card · Yellow CardC. WhitelyFoul
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50' Barrow Goal · Normal GoalB. Whitfield · Assist: R. Harper -
59' Bromley subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Arthurs · On: B. Krauhaus -
68' Bromley subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Whitely · On: N. Kabamba -
72' Barrow Card · Yellow CardC. RaglanFoul
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78' Barrow Card · Yellow CardNiall CanavanFoul
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79' Barrow subst · Substitution 2Off: Josh Gordon · On: J. Earing -
81' Bromley subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Ifill · On: B. Ilunga -
88' Bromley Goal · Normal GoalN. Kabamba · Assist: M. Cheek -
90' Barrow subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Harper · On: I. Fletcher
Match Stats
| Stat | Bromley | Barrow |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 8 | 9 |
| Pass Accuracy | 61% | 65% |
| Offsides | 3 | 4 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 15 | 7 |
| Corners | 4 | 1 |
| Total Passes | 339 | 334 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 2 |
| xG | 2.78 | 0.26 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 4 |
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 208 | 218 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 3 |
| Saves | 1 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Bromley's early lead through Ifill's goal gave them an advantage, setting the tone for their performance.
- ▸ Barrow's equalizer by Whitfield showcased their resilience and almost turned the match in their favor, but Bromley responded strongly.
- ▸ The late goal from Kabamba was crucial as it provided Bromley with a final push needed to secure all three points.