'He complements the players around him' - in-form AFC Telford United goalscorer hailed

AFC Telford United boss was delighted to see veteran striker Louis Moult continue his rich run of goalscoring form.

The former Motherwell frontman, 34, netted in Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Spalding United - the third consecutive match he has netted in as he continues to deputise for Matty Stenson.

Bucks’ record goalscorer made a cameo appearance off the bench as his recovery from a long-standing toe issue gathered pace, but Moult’s form means Telford can afford to take it easy with Stenson.

Wilkin, a former striker, enjoyed his contribution: “Louis was excellent and led the line fantastically well. He got another goal, and he complements the players around him, just as they complement him. He looked a real threat, worked really hard, scored a goal and created a goal.”

Moult and his colleagues made Wilkin’s 200th game as Bucks manager a successful one, and lifted Telford into 11th place in the National League North table - a rise of some 10 places in little under a fortnight.

“I am delighted for him and the whole group,” added the boss. “They are a terrific bunch of lads. We will keep working hard at it, and hopefully we can keep going.

“I love it when they continue to show that resolve and togetherness. We were missing some big players again, but the players were able to put their shoulders back, get on with it and not feel sorry for themselves. They deserve great credit for that.

“The boys have been brilliant. They have always gone out and had a real go. If we cancontinue in that vein and improve our understanding in certain moments, hopefully we can come through games in a more comfortable fashion.”

Matt Curley was forced out of the game at half-time, but Wilkin gave an upbeat assessment of the right-back, while also being pleased with the 45 minutes his absence gave to Taylor Anderson.

The defender, on loan from EFL side Mansfield Town, looked steady in his first appearance for the club.

Of Curley, Wilkin said: “I think he rolled his ankle. I spoke to him on the way out, and he said it wasn’t so bad. Hopefully, with a little rest, he will be back in and around it.

“I thought Taylor went in and did really well. It was nice to get him some minutes and an opportunity.”