“It’s a cruel game”: Late leveller denies Webster a winning start at Bromley
Sunday 25 October 2026 · By Megan Lovell
Byron Webster came within a minute of a winning start as Bromley’s interim manager. Instead, Vernon Masara’s stoppage-time equaliser earned Peterborough United a 1–1 draw on Saturday.
“It’s a cruel game,” Webster told the club’s media team, as reported by the Peterborough Telegraph. “It was a great day for us apart from a late sucker punch. Everything we asked the boys to do they did. Their work rate was so impressive and we restricted Peterborough to very little.”
It was Bromley’s first game since Andy Woodman left the club by mutual consent on Thursday 22 October, after five years and seven months in charge (BBC Sport). Woodman led Bromley into the Football League for the first time, through the National League play-offs in 2024.
Chairman Robin Stanton-Gleaves paid tribute to him. “I would firstly like to offer my sincere thanks to Andy for all he has achieved,” he said, adding that Woodman had been fundamental to the club’s progress.
On Saturday, Bromley made the most of the wind at their backs early on. Michael Cheek put them ahead after 10 minutes, latching on to a loose ball in the penalty area and sweeping home for his first League One goal. Vadaine Adeboyejo was credited with the assist.
Will Hondermarck nearly made it two moments later, but his driving run ended with a save from Peterborough goalkeeper Alex Bass at his near post.
Grant Smith was rarely troubled in the Bromley goal. Harry Leonard headed a free chance wide on the half-hour, and Smith made a fine low save from Ethan Williams’ curling shot before the break.
Peterborough had most of the ball in the second half but did not create clear chances. Kamarl Grant’s header 15 minutes from time went close to doubling Bromley’s lead, but Bass saved it.
The key moment came two minutes from time. Substitute Nicke Kabamba had a golden chance to seal the win, but Lucca Mendonça denied him with a last-gasp challenge. Deep into stoppage time, Masara rounded Smith to equalise.
Webster was proud of his players but knows there is work to do. “And when you work as hard as we did you get chances to score and we had a few today,” he said. “We can’t give ourselves too many pats on the back though as we have another important game at MK on Tuesday.”
The point lifts Bromley from 23rd to 22nd, on 9 points from 11 games. They are two points from safety. They have conceded 26 league goals, the most in League One.
The club is looking for a permanent manager but has not named any candidates.
Webster’s next two games are against fellow strugglers, both away from home. Bromley visit MK Dons on Tuesday night (19:45 GMT). MK are only two points above the relegation zone, though they won 1–0 at Stevenage on Saturday.
Bromley then travel to bottom side Wigan Athletic on Saturday 31 October (15:00 GMT).
In the FA Cup first round, Bromley host Rotherham United on Saturday 7 November (15:00 GMT). Notts County visit on 14 November.
The postponed home game with Wycombe Wanderers still has no new date.
After the cruelty of Saturday’s ending, Webster will hope that a hard-working performance can be turned into points at Stadium MK.
Hayes Lane is a compact, traditional Football League ground in south-east London, home to Bromley since 1938. Visiting supporters usually find it straightforward, friendly and close to the action. The official address is Hayes Lane, Bromley, BR2 9EF. Bromley South station is the nearest rail stop, about a 15–20 minute walk. Buses 119 and 314 also serve the area. Parking at the ground is limited and often first-come, first-served, so allow extra time and check local restrictions; Blue Badges do not override every nearby ban.
The pitch runs roughly north–south. Behind the north goal is the North Terrace, the spiritual home of Bromley’s loudest support: a steepish standing bank with a short roof over the back rows. Behind the south goal is the Glyn Beverley Stand, the newest large stand, all-seater and covered, with family seating and wheelchair spaces. Along the west touchline sits the John Fiorini Stand, the small covered main stand that holds the directors’ box, media positions and the players’ tunnel. A short open West Terrace continues on that same side. Opposite, on the east side, is the rebuilt East Stand. Dugouts sit on the east side of the pitch.
Away allocations change with the fixture and with ongoing work, so always follow the ticket you are sold. In recent seasons visiting fans have been placed on the north end of the East Stand, sometimes with a pocket of seating on the east side of the North Terrace, and at times in blocks of the Glyn Beverley Stand while the east side was rebuilt. The diagram above shows the usual geography: the goals sit in front of the North Terrace and the Glyn Beverley Stand. Stewards will point you to the correct turnstiles; away entry is typically at the north-east corner rather than the main Hayes Lane frontage.
Buy tickets in advance through your own club. On-the-day away sales are rare. Turnstile times are commonly 12.30pm for a 3pm kick-off and around 6pm for a midweek 7.45pm start, but confirm on the day. Segregation is now the norm. Food and drink outlets exist around the ground; away concourses have improved with the new east side, though alcohol is not always served in the away section. Home bars such as Broomfields and Ravens Lounge are usually reserved for home ticket holders. Cash and cards are both useful.
Views are generally good because the bowl is tight to the pitch. Pillars on older terrace roofs and the odd floodlight column can clip sightlines in standing areas. The Glyn Beverley Stand gives the cleanest elevated view of both goals. The North Terrace is atmospheric if you are standing with home fans on a non-segregated or high-allocation day, but for a typical League visit you will be in the designated away pocket. Dress for weather: parts of the east and north remain more exposed than the two seated stands.
Around the ground, street parking and a few private car parks fill quickly. If you prefer a pint before kick-off, options sit towards Bromley town and Masons Hill rather than immediately on the stadium doorstep. After the final whistle the walk back to Bromley South is well lit and used by both sets of supporters. Hayes Lane is not a vast modern arena; it is a proper old-school League Two ground that has been upgraded piece by piece. Arrive early, follow your ticket colour, and you will be fine.