Boston United edge Alfreton 2-1 in Peets’ pre-season debut
Boston United began their pre-season schedule with a 2-1 win over Alfreton Town at Solana Stadium on July 15, 2026, as Bermudian midfielder Emeer Peets scored on his Pilgrims debut in the final 22 minutes. The National League side sit 12th in the table with 59 points from 46 games, 49 points behind York City.
Peets, 24, came off the bench to replace George Ward in the 68th minute and drilled home the winner in stoppage time. The goal capped his first contribution for Mark Molesley’s side after joining on a free transfer last month. Boston had taken the lead through Sam Cornick’s first-half strike before Alfreton equalised midway through the second half.
Peets’ late cameo seals Boston’s first pre-season win
The Bermudian’s introduction shifted the game’s momentum as he reacted quickest to a loose ball inside the box and fired past Alfreton keeper Sam Ashton. The goal completed a 2-1 comeback and handed Boston their first pre-season win, extending their recent run to three wins and two draws from their last five matches. The Pilgrims now sit with a -4 goal difference after conceding 67 times this season.
Cornick’s early strike opened the scoring after Alfreton struggled to contain Boston’s high press, while the visitors equalised through a set-piece header. But Peets’ introduction turned the tide, and the Pilgrims held firm to secure the three points in front of a subdued Solana Stadium crowd.
Boston United’s summer focus ahead of the new campaign
With the pre-season win secured, Mark Molesley’s side now turn to their opening National League fixtures. Boston remain 12th with 59 points from 46 games, and their recent run of three straight wins-including a 3-1 home victory over Hartlepool on April 25, 2026-points to momentum heading into the new season. The Pilgrims also sit just four points above the relegation places, with York City leading the division by 49 points.
Peets’ cameo will boost optimism among Pilgrims fans, especially after his impressive displays in pre-season friendlies. Molesley will hope the youngster can build on his debut goal as Boston push for a mid-table finish in a tightly packed National League.
Boston United’s next pre-season outing is scheduled for July 19 against Grantham Town, with the club aiming to fine-tune ahead of their league curtain-raiser.
