York City edged out Woking 1-0 in a tense English National League encounter at the LNER Community Stadium. A solitary goal proved decisive in a match where defenses were largely on top, moving York City up the table in the fifth tier of English football. The only goal of the game arrived in the first half, with York City converting a chance from a set-piece situation. Woking responded by applying pressure and enjoying more possession, but they found it difficult to create clear-cut opportunities against a resolute York backline. The home side managed the game well in the latter stages to secure a valuable three points. The win is crucial for York City's playoff aspirations, while Woking will be frustrated not to have taken at least a point from their travels. Both managers acknowledged it was a game of fine margins decided by a single moment.