Scunthorpe United snatched a late point in their National League opener against Yeovil Town, with substitute Luke Brennan’s 90th-minute chip cancelling out Mason Obeng’s second-half strike. The Iron, who finished last season as play-off semi-finalists, now sit 14th in the table with one point from their first game (0W-1D-0L), two points behind early leaders Harrogate Town.
What happened in the match?
Yeovil took the lead just three minutes after the break when Mason Obeng hooked in Ryan Jones’ free-kick. Scunthorpe had earlier missed a golden chance when Jordan Richards blazed over from close range. The hosts struggled to create clear-cut opportunities until the introduction of Jacob Butterfield, James Gale, and Brennan, who combined to level the score with a brilliant curling finish.
Why it matters for Scunthorpe
The draw extends Scunthorpe’s winless opening-day streak to seven years, but the late equaliser will give them confidence ahead of their next fixture. Manager Billy Rowley praised his side’s resilience, though he admitted they were fortunate to escape with a point. The Iron will need to improve their finishing if they are to challenge for promotion this season.
What comes next?
Scunthorpe’s next match is at home against Barrow on 16 February 2027. The Bluebirds currently sit 21st in the table, making it a crucial early-season clash for both sides.
