Southend win again, Oyebade praised for key headers
Southend United continued their superb start to the season, winning 3-1 at Solihull Moors on Saturday. Rayan Oyebade made it back-to-back wins on his second start for Kieron Dyer's side, earning praise from his head coach. Jacob Wakeling gave Solihull the lead on 14 minutes, but Southend grew into the game and were ahead by half-time through goals from Oli Coker and Josh Popoola. Solihull pressed for an equaliser, but could not find one, and the Essex side made the game safe when Charley Kendall scored a third in added-time. Dyer praised Oyebade in his post-match interview for 'winning key headers' as Southend defended their one-goal advantage in the second half.
Why it matters for Southend
Southend's win sees them sit top of the National League on goals scored, with three wins from three. Next up for them is a home game against Kidderminster Harriers on Friday evening. League standing: 1st in National League, 9 pts, 3W-0D-0L from 3 games, recent form WWW. Goals this season: 7 scored, 2 conceded (+5 goal difference).
Southend will look to continue their winning streak against Kidderminster Harriers on Friday evening. The Shrimpers will be hoping to maintain their top spot in the National League and build on their impressive start to the season.
