Canvey Island 3–4 Brentwood Town
International Club Friendly | July 25, 2026

Brentwood Town edged a seven-goal thriller at Park Lane, coming from behind twice to defeat Canvey Island 4-3 in a pulsating pre-season friendly. The match offered plenty of entertainment for the neutral, with end-to-end action and a late winner deciding the contest.

Match Overview

Canvey Island started brightly and opened the scoring inside 10 minutes through a well-worked move down the right. Brentwood levelled before half-time, but the hosts restored their lead shortly after the restart. Two quick goals from Brentwood turned the game on its head, only for Canvey to equalise again late on. A dramatic 85th-minute strike from Brentwood’s substitute sealed the win.

Scoring Summary

• 9th minute: Canvey Island – tidy finish from inside the box (1-0)
• 38th minute: Brentwood Town – powerful header from a corner (1-1)
• 52nd minute: Canvey Island – low drive from the edge of the area (2-1)
• 67th minute: Brentwood Town – tap-in after a defensive mix-up (2-2)
• 74th minute: Brentwood Town – curled effort into the far corner (2-3)
• 81st minute: Canvey Island – close-range finish following a free kick (3-3)
• 85th minute: Brentwood Town – clinical counter-attack goal (3-4)

Key Moments

The turning point came around the hour mark when Brentwood’s manager introduced two fresh attacking players. Their energy stretched a tiring Canvey defence, leading to the two quick goals that gave the visitors the advantage for the first time. Canvey showed great character to level, but Brentwood’s winner highlighted their superior fitness at the close of the match.

Standout Players

Brentwood’s number 10 was instrumental, contributing a goal and an assist. For Canvey, the left-back delivered several dangerous crosses and was a constant threat, though defensive lapses cost his side.

Season Impact

Both teams will have learned plenty. Canvey’s attacking play is promising, but defensive organisation needs work. Brentwood’s depth and ability to change the game from the bench bodes well for the season ahead.