Story of the Day: Aldershot Town 0-3 Hartlepool United – life after Craig Hignett starts with a bang as Antony Sweeney masterminds big win

Antony Sweeney got off to the perfect start as Hartlepool United caretaker as his side claimed a 3-0 win at Aldershot Town

An early Josh Hawkes goal put the visitors ahead before the midfielder missed a penalty in the first half after Ryan Donaldson was fouled on the edge of the area.

Josh Hawkes of Hartlepool United celebrates scoring their first goal during the Vanarama National League match between Aldershot Town and Hartlepool United at the EBB Stadium, Aldershot on Saturday 12th October 2019. (Credit: Paul Paxford | MI News) | Other 3rd Party

placeholder image — Josh Hawkes of Hartlepool United celebrates scoring their first goal during the Vanarama National League match between Aldershot Town and Hartlepool United at the EBB Stadium, Aldershot on Saturday 12th October 2019. (Credit: Paul Paxford | MI News) | Other 3rd Party

Aldershot had chances to get back into the game but didn’t take them as substitute Gavan Holohan and Nicke Kabamba punished them late on to confirm an important 3-0 win to start life after Craig Hignett with a bang.