Braintree Town suffered a 2-1 defeat at home to Horsham in the National League South this week. Greg Luer scored twice for the visitors, with Braintree managing only a late consolation goal in the match at their own ground.
The game was a significant setback for Braintree Town. Horsham took control early and built their lead through striker Greg Luer. His two goals put the visitors firmly in command. Braintree's lone reply came deep into the second half, too late to mount a serious comeback. The result extends a difficult start to the season for Braintree, who now sit 20th in the National League South with just three points from their opening three matches.
As of 29 August 2026, the picture is challenging for Braintree Town. Their record stands at one win and two losses from three games, with a goal difference of minus four. They have scored four times but conceded eight. This leaves them nine points behind the early league leaders, Dagenham & Redbridge. The team's recent form reads as loss-win-loss. Fans can track the evolving league picture on our standings page.
For Horsham, the victory was historic. The three points lifted them to second place in the National League South table with eight points from four matches. This represents the highest league position the club has ever occupied. They remain unbeaten this season, building impressive momentum from the opening weeks. The contrast between the two sides' fortunes was stark on the day.
The immediate focus shifts to the next fixture. Braintree Town's next league assignment is an away trip to face Chelmsford City on 26 December 2026. Chelmsford currently occupy 17th place in the table, making it a key match for both sides near the bottom. The team must address its defensive issues, having conceded eight goals already. Supporters can view the full schedule of upcoming games on our fixtures page. Improving results is now the urgent priority to climb away from the relegation zone.
