Plymouth Argyle ended their pre-season campaign with a convincing 4-1 win over Western League Premier Division side Tavistock at Langsford Park. Brendan Wiredu was the star of the show, netting twice, while James Sharpe and Caleb Roberts also got on the scoresheet with stunning long-range strikes. The Greens, who finished 9th in League One last season with 63 points, will now turn their attention to the upcoming campaign, which kicks off with a home fixture against Sheffield Wednesday on February 27, 2027.
What happened in the match?
Tavistock took an early lead in the 16th minute through Jacob Bowker, but Wiredu levelled the scores just six minutes later with a header from a Bradley Ibrahim corner. The game remained deadlocked until the hour mark, when Sharpe, who had come on at half-time, fired a terrific left-foot shot into the top corner. Wiredu then added his second with another header before Roberts sealed the victory with a powerful strike from 25 yards.
Why it matters for Plymouth
This final pre-season fixture provided a valuable opportunity for the Argyle squad to fine-tune their preparations ahead of the new season. With a largely youthful side on display, the performance will have given manager Steven Schumacher plenty to ponder as he looks to build on last season's 9th-place finish. The Greens scored 66 goals and conceded 58 in the 2025 campaign, finishing 30 points behind leaders Lincoln.
What comes next for Plymouth?
The focus now shifts to the start of the new League One season, with Plymouth set to host Sheffield Wednesday at Home Park on February 27, 2027. The Greens will be hoping to make a strong start to the campaign and build on their recent form, which saw them win two of their last three games last season.
