McCormick double seals Yeovil's first win of the season in comfortable 3-0 victory over Gateshead

Yeovil Town finally got their National League campaign off the mark on 23 August 2026, defeating Gateshead 3-0 at Huish Park in what proved to be a thoroughly convincing afternoon's work for Billy Rowley's side.

The home supporters did not have to wait long for something to cheer. Stephen Walker broke the deadlock inside two minutes, giving Yeovil an ideal platform and setting a confident tone for the afternoon. Despite that early setback, Gateshead remained in the contest for long stretches, with goalkeeper Pete Jameson producing a string of saves to prevent the scoreline from becoming even more lopsided before the final whistle.

Yeovil's captain Luke McCormick ultimately made the points safe in the closing stages. The skipper added a second on 81 minutes and then completed the scoring in stoppage time — 90+1 — to put a definitive gloss on the result and ensure there would be no late anxiety for the home side.

The 3-0 margin was Yeovil's first victory of the 2026-27 season, a result that will bring some relief to Rowley and his squad after what had been a difficult opening to the campaign. Gateshead, despite Jameson's efforts between the posts, were well beaten on the day and will look to respond when they return to the north-east.