The game at the Raymond McEnhill Stadium on Tuesday, November 10, saw a moment of remembrance before the game as players gathered for a minute's silence and a wreath-laying.

The Whites took control early and earned a lead in the 20th minute. Mo Dabre broke the deadlock after Salisbury applied pressure, then picked up a booking shortly after scoring.

The hosts’ task became harder in first-half stoppage time, when defender Malachi Ogunleye was shown a straight red card. Salisbury went into the interval still ahead, but had to play the whole of the second half with 10 men.

Braintree tried to use their numerical advantage after the restart. Salisbury, however, stayed organised and continued to threaten on the counter-attack.

Managerial changes helped the home side retain its attacking threat. Nathan Odokonyero came off the bench on the hour mark and made an impact.

The substitute doubled Salisbury’s lead only three minutes after entering the game. His finish made it 2-0 and sparked celebrations among the home supporters.

The second goal effectively settled the contest. Braintree could not make their extra player count, while Salisbury restricted the visitors’ chances and protected goalkeeper Will Henry’s clean sheet.

Josh Hedges (Image: John Rose)

Luke Russe received a late yellow card, but it was the only further disciplinary setback for the Whites.

The result extends Salisbury’s run of form and gives the club another three points. It also follows a performance that combined attacking quality with defensive resilience.

A crowd of 982 watched the match at the Raymond McEnhill Stadium. Salisbury managed the closing stages professionally to secure a victory that looked less likely after Ogunleye’s dismissal.

Braintree’s failure to take advantage of the red card meant Dabre’s first-half strike remained valuable before Odokonyero provided the decisive finish.