BANBURY United made it nine straight wins with a battling 2-1 success over Bridgwater Town last night.

Mike Ford’s side stay top of Evo-Stik Southern League Division 1 South & West after a goal in each half.

Felipe Barcelos (21) opened the scoring, before a James Burns own goal doubled the lead on 61 minutes.

Although Ricky Johnson had a penalty saved and Reeko Best pulled a late goal back for the visitors, Banbury held on for a crucial victory.

Wantage Town secured a massive win in their battle against relegation, beating fellow-strugglers Burnham 3-2.

Mark Francis (2) and Sam Barder were on target.