How did Braintree Town's cup run end?

Braintree Town's National League Cup run ended in a dramatic quarter-final penalty shootout defeat against Truro.

Who scored a late equalizer for Braintree Town?

Goalkeeper Mason Terry scored a late equalizer in added time for Braintree Town.

What is Braintree Town's next important match?

Braintree Town faces a crucial home game against Eastleigh this Saturday in the league.

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Braintree's Cup Dream Ends in Penalty Shootout Agony

28 Jan

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Summary

Braintree Town lost a dramatic National League Cup quarter-final on penalties.
Goalkeeper Mason Terry scored a late equalizer, forcing the shootout.
The team faces a crucial home game against Eastleigh this Saturday.

Braintree's Cup Dream Ends in Penalty Shootout Agony

Braintree Town's journey in the National League Cup concluded dramatically in a quarter-final penalty shootout defeat against Truro. Despite an arduous 690-mile round trip undertaken by 23 loyal supporters, the team could not secure a victory.

The Iron conceded a late goal in the 78th minute, appearing destined for defeat. However, goalkeeper Mason Terry emerged as a hero by scoring an equalizer in the fifth minute of added time, pushing the match into a penalty shootout.

The shootout, however, proved to be an anti-climax for Braintree. Truro converted their initial three penalties, while Braintree's Lewis Walker, James Vennings, and Jay Emmanuel-Thomas were unable to score.