Boro’ lost their opening fixture in the Capital League to a strong Woking side by 2-4.

Boro’ matched their Nationwide Conference League opponents during the early stages as the ball moved rapidly from end to end. Michael Currie went close on two occasions for the home side whilst Grant Payne and James Bracken were impressive for the visitors.

The turning point for the game however revolved around an injury to Boro’ keeper Keita Karamoko who sustained a rib injury after 35 minutes which severely impaired his movement and contributed in no small way to Woking scoring twice in the 40th and 41st minutes.

Firstly Keita was beaten by a powerful shot from James Bracken which he was unable to get down to quick enough and then he was beaten by a close range effort from Chris Sharpling

Boro’ opened the second half sharply and reduced the arrears after 60 minutes when substitute Clemente Lopez slotted home after good work by Currie and Valenti.

Keita’s restricted movement enabled Tinoi Christie and Craig Parrington to extend the visitors lead in the 65th and 75th minutes respectively. The final goal seeing the Boro’ being reduced to 10 men as Keita was clearly unable to continue and was replaced in goal by centre back Oliver Lyons.

Boro’ more than held their own after that and Daniel Dyer reduced the arrears in the 90th minute when he fire home after and impressive right wing run.