Crusaders secure victory over Bangor with late Wardell goal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 4:19 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Crusaders defeated Bangor 2-1 at Seaview on September 26, 2026. Aaron Reid opened the scoring in the 16th minute, but Bangor equalized shortly after halftime with a goal from Ben Arthurs. In the final seven minutes, Owen Wardell secured the win with a long-range strike. This victory adds to the Crusaders' strong home performance, bringing their points total to 12 from 15 available this season. Bangor hopes to rebound in their next match against Coleraine.
- •Crusaders led 1-0 at halftime with Reid's goal.
- •Bangor equalized through Arthurs in the second half.
- •Wardell scored the decisive goal for Crusaders seven minutes from time.
- •The match was held at Seaview in the Irish Premiership.
- •Crusaders now have 12 points from 15 at home this season.
- 4:19 PMYahoo Sports — Crusaders beat Bangor after Wardell's late strike
"Owen Wardell's late stunning strike is enough to see Crusaders overcome Bangor 2-1 at Seaview.
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