AFC Telford United have a 1-0 lead at half time in this evening's National League North tie and could be playing against 10 men.
Hereford were under pressure for large chunks of the first half and struggled to play the confident, passing football they have showcased at times this season and (still) couldn't make long balls to lone striker Remaye Campbell work.
In the 23rd minute, farcical scenes saw referee Ben Robinson show Kyle Howkins a straight red and award Telford a penalty in the 23rd minute - only to immediately rescind it and show a yellow instead. But Matty Stenson, the player allegedly impeded by Howkins, saw his soft penalty saved by Richardson in front of the Meadow End.
As the half drew to a close, Remi Walker had a low driven shot saved by Theo Richardson's feet, seconds after an Omari Sterling-James free kick from 25-yards was tamely headed at the visiting keeper by Remaye Campbell.
After dominating possession, Telford netted in first half injury time. Stenson ensured he got his name on the scoresheet, firing low past Richardson from a free kick.