STOCKBRIDGE were on the losing end of an eight goal Christmas thriller, as they fell to a 5-3 defeat at the hands of Fleetlands.

The Robins were hoping for another festive season win after an impressive 3-2 victory over Paulsgrove in their previous fixture.

And it looked as though they may get their wish when they took the lead after just three minutes.

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- Andover swimmers make a splash in Fleet

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