Dan Smith’s 22nd goal of the season and a late strike from Jordan Clement saw Lichfield City end 2023 on a high.
The home side defeated Tividale 2-0 in a well contested fixture at the Trade Tyre Community Stadium.
City made three changes to their line-up – and their new signing, Louis Baker, made the bench following his switch from Darlaston.
The Lichfield frontline was uncharacteristically quiet during the first half, with a volleyed effort from Jack Edwards and a header from Dom Lewis their only real chances in the first 45 minutes.
James Beeson was busy in the City goal and pushed a long range effort over the crossbar to keep the scoreline level.
Lichfield were unable to get ahead in the first half, but Smith was able to find the opener just a minute into the second period as he redirected Kieron Francis’ cross from the right past the Tividale keeper.
Jordan Clement fired a shot over the bar before Edwards’ strike was blocked in front of goal.
Baker was substituted on for Smith to make his Lichfield debut – and soon showed a glimpse of the quality he offers as he assisted Clement for City’s second to ensure they remain firmly in the promotion hunt going into the New Year.
