Andy Woodman was highly critical of Lewis Leigh’s actions during Bromley’s match against Carlisle United, labeling his red card as “stupid.” The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with Bromley initially taking the lead in the 54th minute thanks to Michael Cheek’s goal from a penalty kick after a foul on Danny Imray.
However, Bromley’s hopes were dashed when Leigh, who was brought on as a substitute, was shown a straight red card for elbowing Sam Lavelle. This left Bromley with 10 men on the field for the final eight minutes of the game. Leigh, who had previously impressed during a loan spell in the National League, joined Bromley permanently from Preston in the summer.
The sending off proved costly for Bromley, as Carlisle United managed to equalize in the 92nd minute through Dan Adu-Adjei, denying Bromley a much-needed victory. Woodman expressed his disappointment with Leigh’s actions, emphasizing the negative impact it had on the team’s performance.
Woodman did not mince his words when addressing the incident, acknowledging the challenges faced by his team after being reduced to 10 men. He emphasized the importance of discipline on the pitch and highlighted the need for young players like Leigh to control their emotions and make better decisions.
Despite the setback, Woodman remained hopeful that Leigh would learn from his mistake and show greater maturity in future games. The draw against Carlisle United served as a reminder of the importance of composure and focus in competitive matches, especially when facing tough opposition.
Moving forward, Bromley will need to regroup and refocus as they aim to secure more positive results in the competitive League Two. The lessons learned from the match against Carlisle United will undoubtedly shape the team’s approach in upcoming fixtures, with a renewed emphasis on discipline and decision-making under pressure.
