Fletcher Holman was the main man against Newport County / Image: Swindon Town FC

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Gamechanger Fletcher Holman's rampant start at Swindon Town illustrates the importance of 'finishers' in modern football

ANALYSIS: Holman has already matched the combined league goalscoring record of Billy Bodin and Princewill Ehibhatiomhan this term. In his 282 League Two minutes, he has three goals and an assist and an average of 1.28 goal contributions per 90.

12.02.26, 13:20 5 Min Read

by Sam MorsheadEditor

One short month into his Swindon Town career, Fletcher Holman is developing a super-sub reputation, and with good cause.

Wednesday night’s victory over Newport County was a grind for Swindon. A poor game between two off-colour teams.

Statistically, there was little in it. And that fact the visitors had more of the ball over 90 minutes shows how bitty proceedings were.

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