ALERSHOT, England (Interstat) — Carlisle United opened its National League season with a 2-0 road victory over Aldershot Town on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, defying pregame projections.

Playing at The EBB Stadium at The Recreation Ground, the visitors secured the win with two quick strikes in each half. Defender Morgan Feeney opened the scoring with a goal in the 31st minute. Substitute Harvey Macadam doubled the lead just before halftime, scoring in the 43rd minute.

The result was an upset according to Interstat, whose pregame simulator had projected a 1-1 draw and gave Aldershot Town a 52% probability to win. Carlisle United begins its campaign with a win, while Aldershot Town starts with a loss.