Buckley edges Bala 3‑2 in Belarus football clash

SMARHOŃ, Belarus (Interstat) — Visiting Buckley scored three goals and beat Bala 3-2 in a football match on Friday at Stadyen Junatstva. Andrew Johnson opened the scoring for Buckley in the 33rd minute. Bala responded after halftime when Ross White scored in the 64th minute. Okera Simmonds then put Bala ahead 2-1 in the 67th minute. Ben Guest and Connor Littler also scored for Buckley as the visitors recovered to secure the win. Johnson’s first-half goal was the only breakthrough before the break. White’s finish pulled Bala level, and Simmonds briefly gave the hosts the advantage. Guest and Littler then delivered for Buckley, helping the visitors take the result. Buckley moved to one win and one draw in this competition and across all competitions. Bala moved to one win, two losses and one draw in this competition and across all competitions. Earlier this season, Buckley drew 1-1 with Ruthin. Bala drew 3-3 at Caersws FC and lost 4-2 to Mold Alexandra. The match was played at Stadyen Junatstva in Smarhoń, Belarus.