Enfield Borough produced a stunning 3-2 victory over high-flying Harlow Town, despite playing much of the second half with 10 men. Borough's resilience and counter-attacking prowess were key as they ended Harlow’s eight-game unbeaten streak and handed them their first defeat since the first week in August.

The game started evenly, with both teams probing for an opening during the first 20 minutes. But it was Borough who broke the deadlock midway through the first half. A swift move started by Kyle Finlayter-Lynch, who drove forward with purpose, found debutant Jadon Yamoah on the wing. His low cross picked out last season’s top scorer Marco Magunga, who finished calmly to put Borough 1-0 up.

Harlow, who didn't concede in their last four games, looked shell-shocked and Borough quickly capitalised. Magunga struck again 10 minutes later, this time with a moment of individual brilliance. The striker picked up the ball just outside the box, cut inside the Harlow defence, and rifled a low shot past the keeper to double Borough's lead.

Despite the setback, Harlow’s experienced side rallied. A misplaced pass in Borough's midfield allowed Harlow to pull one back just before the break. Cabhan Clarke made no mistake, finishing confidently to make it 2-1 and setting up a tense second half.

Both sides battled hard after the interval, with numerous free kicks disrupting the flow of the game. The match's turning point came 10 minutes into the second half when Borough debutant Santana Porter was sent off after two yellow cards in quick succession. His second foul resulted in a penalty for Harlow, which Ruben Santos duly converted to level the score at 2-2.

With over 35 minutes remaining, Borough faced an uphill battle with just 10 men. Harlow pushed forward, sensing victory, but left gaps at the back as they searched for a winner. Finlayter-Lynch, Magunga, and Lawrence-Edwards remained dangerous on the counter-attack, and it was this combination that led to Borough’s third goal. With 15 minutes left, a clearance found Finlayter-Lynch, who released Lawrence-Edwards on the right. The powerful forward beat two players before unleashing a fierce shot to restore Borough's lead.

Despite heavy pressure from Harlow, Enfield Borough held firm to secure a memorable victory.

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