Jay Matete played a role in Bolton Wanderers’ impressive 3-1 victory over league leaders Birmingham on Matchday 35 of the English League One.
The Congolese midfielder was introduced in the final minutes of the encounter as Bolton sealed a crucial win that boosts their hopes of securing a play-off spot for promotion.
Despite not starting the match, Matete’s presence contributed to the team’s spirited performance, which saw them overturn an early deficit.
Birmingham opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, but Bolton responded swiftly, turning the game around with three unanswered goals.
The victory marks a significant psychological boost for Bolton, who were considered underdogs heading into the fixture.
The result leaves Bolton in seventh place with 57 points, just one point behind sixth place — the final position that qualifies for the play-offs.
With the race for promotion intensifying, Bolton will aim to continue their momentum when they face Burton Albion on Saturday, 8th March.
