Solihull Moors were beaten 3-1 by Southend United in a National League match on Tuesday. The loss means Moors stay at the foot of the table, still without a point after three games this season.
Jacob Wakeling put Solihull Moors ahead with a goal in the 14th minute. His early strike gave the bottom-placed side a boost, but they could not hold on. Southend United, showing why they are title contenders, fought back to take control of the match.
How did Southend come from behind to win?
Oli Coker levelled the scores for the visitors in the 28th minute. Josh Popoola then put Southend in front before half-time, scoring his first goal for the club since joining from Maidenhead United. Popoola has enjoyed a positive start with his new team. Solihull Moors, who have let in ten goals already this term, offered little threat after the break.
Charley Kendall added a third for Southend in added time, making the final score 3-1. The victory sent Southend United to the top of the National League, ahead of Sutton United on goals scored. This account of the match was provided by PA Media.
Where do Solihull Moors stand in the league?
Tuesday's result confirms a poor opening to the season. Solihull Moors are 24th, with zero points from a possible nine. Their form shows three consecutive defeats, leaving them nine points adrift of the early pace-setters. The full league standings are always available on our standings page.
Defensively, the team has been leaky, conceding ten times in three games. This is an area that requires immediate improvement if they are to move up the table. The search for a first win becomes more pressing with each match. Fans can see what's coming up next on the club's fixtures list.
What is the path forward for the team?
The squad must now focus on stopping the slide. They showed they can score, taking an early lead against the league leaders, but they need to develop resilience. The next game is a chance to start building a positive run. A review of the available playing staff can be found on our squad page.
Losing after going in front is a tough experience, but it's one the team must learn from. The priority is clear: start picking up points to escape the bottom position. The management will work on solutions ahead of the next National League fixture.
