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Woking's Dion Kelly-Evans was sent off for a horror tackle on Gateshead's Greg Olley. Olley suffered a broken leg, dislocated ankle, and ligament damage.
What happened?
The tackle occurred after just 13 minutes, and Olley was taken to hospital for urgent medical treatment. The match was suspended for an hour, and Gateshead eventually won 2-0.
Why it matters for Woking
Woking's actions after the incident showed their concern for Olley's well-being. Frazer Bell and the doctor and physio from Woking were praised for their professionalism.
Current standing
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 10th in National League, 63 pts, 16W-15D-15L from 46 games |
| Recent form | LWDWD |
| Goals this season | 69 scored, 54 conceded (+15 goal difference) |
| Title race | 45 points behind leaders York |
| Last result | Woking 0-1 FC Halifax Town (2026-04-25) |
Gateshead boss Rob Elliot was emotional in his interview, stating that he wanted the game to be called off. However, Olley and his teammates persuaded him to continue playing.
Woking tweeted their support for Olley, wishing him a speedy recovery. As of now, Woking is focusing on their upcoming matches, with their current standing in mind.
