Arlesey Town scored an impressive 3-1 victory at Redditch United on the opening day of the Calor Southern League Premier Division season on Saturday
Former Premier League striker Barry Hayles put Arlesey ahead from the spot on 34 minutes, although Harvey Headley levelled in first half stoppage time.
However, second half goals from substitute Johnny McNamara (65) and Jeanmal Prosper (74) earned the Bedfordshire team victory.
Arlesey host Chesham United on Tuesday (August 20), as last season’s top scorers’ Drew Roberts and Chris Dillon return, entertain Corby Town on Saturday and go to Hitchin Town on Bank Holiday Monday.