Todd Miller fires Bromley to back-to-back wins with victory at Altrincham

By Sports Desk September 02, 2023

Todd Miller’s late strike earned back-to-back Vanarama National League wins for Bromley after they beat Altrincham 2-1.

Corey Whitely put the visitors in front 12 minutes in with a sweet curling effort landing in the top corner.

Their lead was short-lived though as Altrincham pulled one back in the 23rd minute after Justin Amaluzor levelled from a corner.

Ravens goalkeeper Grant Smith made a great save to deny Dior Angus after the break before Bes Topalloj had an effort from distance which flew wide.

Bromley found the winner in the 87th minute when Miller slotted home to earn his first goal for the club and hand Altrincham their first defeat of the season.

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