Ollie Pearce's stoppage-time goal secured a 1-1 draw for York against Accrington ST in League Two on Tuesday. The late equaliser extended York's unbeaten run to five matches and kept them firmly in the promotion hunt.
Josh Woods had given the visitors the lead on the hour mark, finishing from a Stefan Mols pass. York, who dominated possession with 61%, pressed for a response and were rewarded in the final minute when substitute Arthur Read set up Pearce to fire home.
The result means York stay fourth in the table with 16 points from 10 games. They are now six points behind leaders Salford City but have lost just twice all season. Their recent form shows a resilient side, with four draws and a win in their last five outings.
How the match unfolded
Accrington's Donald Love was booked early for a foul, setting a physical tone. York's Jack Hunt also saw yellow before the break for not retreating. The home side created more chances, registering 16 shots to Accrington's 12, but found visiting goalkeeper Moulden in good form with five saves.
The game turned after the interval. Woods broke the deadlock in the 61st minute, capitalising on a swift counter. Manager Lindsey responded with a triple substitution just two minutes later, introducing Frankie Maguire, Joseph Rabole Felix and Ryan Fallowfield to inject fresh energy.
Further changes followed, with Hiram Boateng and the influential Arthur Read entering the fray. Read's impact was immediate, providing the key assist and earning a yellow card for a late challenge. His pass found Pearce, who scored his second goal in two games to snatch a point at the death.
What it means for York
This hard-fought draw maintains positive momentum. York have scored 18 goals this season while conceding only 12, giving them a solid goal difference of plus six. Their next challenge is a home game against Port Vale on Saturday. Vale currently sit 21st in the standings, offering York a prime opportunity to add three points.
Lindsey's side will look to turn these persistent draws into wins as they aim to close the gap at the top. The team travels to face Port Vale at the York Community Stadium this Saturday, 24 October.
