Coulson scores direct from a corner as Weston hold Folkestone

Monday 12 October 2026 · By Giles Hembury

Weston-super-Mare were held to a 1–1 draw by Folkestone Invicta on Saturday, but Luke Coulson’s remarkable equaliser direct from a corner gave the home crowd something to remember.

It was Weston’s first league game since 26 September, and they made a slow start. Bobby Kelman, making his debut for Folkestone on loan from Hornchurch, gave the visitors the lead in the eighth minute. Weston had to wait until the 58th minute to draw level, when Coulson curled his corner straight into the net. He was named man of the match, in front of a crowd of 1,118.

Both goalkeepers had important roles. Ted Collins and Max Harris both made key saves, and Weston had appeals for a penalty turned down as they pushed for a winner.

There was good news on the fitness front. Dan Martin returned to the squad after six weeks out, giving Scott Rogers another option. Jason Pope was replaced before half-time.

The draw leaves Weston sixth in the Enterprise National League South on 18 points from 11 games, four points behind leaders Maidstone United. They have won five, drawn three and lost three, scoring 19 goals and conceding 11. Their last five league results read lost, won, won, lost, drawn.

Weston’s defence has been one of the best in the division, and only five sides have conceded fewer goals. With Coulson providing a threat from set-pieces, Rogers has a good balance in his side.

The manager has the backing of the club. Rogers was appointed in October 2025, with Gary Warren as his assistant, and both have since extended their contracts. Louis Britton is the club’s technical director, and the structure has given Weston a strong platform this season.

Weston now have a clear week of training before their next game, a trip to Ebbsfleet United on Saturday 17 October, kick-off 3pm. Ebbsfleet are unbeaten in the league this season and have games in hand, so it will be a tough test. They also host AFC Totton on Tuesday 13 October, so Weston will be able to watch how they get on.

After that, Weston host Billericay Town on Saturday 24 October, a meeting between two sides in the top six. They then travel to Farnborough on Wednesday 28 October and Dorking Wanderers on Saturday 31 October.

Coulson’s goal was the highlight of the afternoon. Scoring direct from a corner is rare at any level, and it showed the kind of quality that can change a game in an instant. With set-pieces such an important part of the modern game, opponents will now be wary every time he steps up to take one.

The draw against Folkestone was a frustrating one after a fortnight without a league game, but Weston remain well placed in the play-off positions. If they can shake off the rust and continue to make the most of Coulson’s set-pieces, Rogers’ side can push for a top-three finish.