FT: Concord Rangers 1-3 Braintree Town

Goals from Akinola, Cheeks and Barnard's late penalty helped Braintree collect a 3-1 win over Vanarama National South side Concord Rangers.

Striker Simone Akinola gave Iron the lead after 15 minutes, with Michael Cheeks doubling the lead, just after the half-hour mark.

Steve Cawley curved an excellent free-kick home to pull a goal back for the Beachboys.

Lee Barnard secured Iron's latest victory in pre-season, as he converted from the penalty spot in the final stages.

Town travel to Bishop's Stortford in a pre-season friendly on Saturday.