Hartlepool United end losing run with 4-2 win at Forest Green

Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 12 Oct, 16:32 · Archive

Hartlepool United defeated Forest Green Rovers 4-2 in the National League, ending a six-game losing streak and climbing out of the relegation zone. It was head coach Pete Wild's first win in charge. Nathan Sheron was instrumental with two goals, including a 30-yard effort that secured the three points after Forest Green had pulled back the deficit in the second half. Hartlepool had stormed into a three-goal lead before the hosts made it competitive late on.

Wild attributed the improved attacking performance to a straightforward tactical message. 'Play forward more, shoot more, get more men in the box, go and score goals,' he told BBC Radio Tees. After managing only eight goals across their first dozen games, Hartlepool scored four in this single match. The goals stemmed from greater conviction in attack rather than any complex tactical shift.

Wild acknowledged the challenges ahead while emphasizing the confidence the victory should generate. 'It isn't going to be plain sailing and there will be bumps along the road,' he said. 'But we've won a game! Scoring four goals gives the confidence, and belief in what the coaches are telling them and they'll do it again because they've won, as well as knowing they can dig deep to get over the line collectively.'

How it is being reported

• Pete Wild outlines what he wants next from his Hartlepool United squad after return to winning waysPete Wild outlines what he wants next from his Hartlepool United squad.Hartlepool Mail · 12 Oct, 16:00
• Wild eager to build on maiden Hartlepool winHartlepool United head coach Pete Wild says the four goals at Forest Green Rovers came from an instruction to be more positive.BBC Tees · 12 Oct, 15:53
• Goal hero Nathan Sheron reveals Hartlepool United reaction to win at Forest Green RoversHartlepool United finally returned to winning ways with a 4-2 victory at National League rivals Forest Green Rovers.Hartlepool Mail · 11 Oct, 12:00
• Jordan Hugill & Nathan Sheron the heroes as Hartlepool United end losing run at Forest Green RoversHartlepool United have ended their losing run in the National League.Hartlepool Mail · 10 Oct, 19:55

In this story: Hartlepool United · Forest Green Rovers · Pete Wild · Nathan Sheron · Jordan Hugill · National League · Gloucestershire

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