Home / Sports / Altrincham Signs Goalkeeper Amidst Injury Crisis
Altrincham Signs Goalkeeper Amidst Injury Crisis
29 Sep
Summary
- Harry Isted joins Altrincham as cover for injured goalkeeper Owen Evans.
- Evans is sidelined for several months after an injury on September 12.
- Isted brings experience from 30 National League appearances last season.
Altrincham Football Club has announced the signing of goalkeeper Harry Isted. This acquisition comes as a direct response to an injury sustained by the team's primary goalkeeper, Owen Evans.
Evans suffered an injury during the match on September 12 and is projected to be sidelined for the next few months. His absence has necessitated the addition of new personnel to the goalkeeping department.
Isted joins Altrincham with considerable experience, having made 30 appearances in the National League for Forest Green Rovers during their play-off campaign last season. He is available for Tuesday's match against bottom-placed Gateshead.
Manager Neil Gibson highlighted the importance of this signing, noting that while substitute goalkeeper Andy Firth has performed well, his primary role as goalkeeper coach makes it unsustainable for him to play week in and week out. Isted's arrival allows the team to maintain momentum and positivity from their recent winning streak.
