Sholing FC 1–2 Woking
International Club Friendly | 11 July 2026, 22:00

Sholing FC came close to holding their own against a higher‑tier Woking side in a pre‑season friendly at the VT Group Stadium, but the visitors’ sharpness in front of goal proved decisive in a 2‑1 victory. The match, played under the July floodlights, offered both managers a chance to test new combinations before the start of their respective league campaigns.

Match Overview

Woking, who compete in the National League, controlled large spells of possession without being dominant. Sholing, of the Southern League Division One, defended resiliently and created several counter‑attacking chances. The game was evenly contested until Woking’s quality in the final third tilted the balance.

Key Moments

• 19th minute – Woking’s striker, Reece Grego‑Cox, latched onto a through ball and fired a low shot inside the near post to make it 1‑0.
• 57th minute – Sholing equalised through a set‑piece: a corner swung in by Byron Mason was headed home by centre‑back Jake Wannell.
• 81st minute – Woking restored the lead when substitute Ricky Korboa slotted home after a neat one‑two on the edge of the box.

Tactical Story

Sholing aimed to stay compact in a 4‑4‑2 formation, forcing Woking wide. The hosts’ full‑backs, Adam Tomasso and Lewis Balaam, worked tirelessly to limit crosses. However, Woking’s ability to switch play quickly opened gaps, and their second goal came from precisely such a quick transition. Sholing’s pressing game tired in the final quarter, allowing the visitors to control the closing stages.

Standout Performers

• Reece Grego‑Cox (Woking) – Constant threat with his movement and finishing.
• Jake Wannell (Sholing) – Strong in defence and decisive at the other end with the equaliser.
• Dion Conroy (Woking) – Composed midfield anchor who dictated the tempo.

What It Means

For Woking, this was a valuable workout ahead of their National League opener against Barnet. For Sholing, the performance against a higher‑level opponent will give confidence as they prepare for the Southern League season. Both teams will take positives, but Woking’s extra quality was the difference.