Leigh RMI 1 Barnet 4

Last updated : 18 October 2003 By Footymad Previewer

Barnet moved up to fourth in the Nationwide Conference table as they eased to a 4-1 win at struggling Leigh RMI.

The former Bristol Rovers and Swindon Town striker Giuliano Grazioli netted a second-half hat-trick to bring his tally for the season to 16 as the Bees threatened to run riot.

Grazioli should have given Martin Allen's side an early lead but his shot was saved by Leigh keeper Gary Kelly.

Chris Plummer then saw his header hit the woodwork as Barnet continued to dominate.

They finally took the lead four minutes after the interval when Grazioli turned in Simon King's inviting cross.

Ian Monk then forced Ricky Millard into a fine save as Leigh battled to get themselves back on level terms.

But the visitors doubled their lead in the 62nd minute as Grazioli latched on to Mark Rooney's pass before firing home.

A minute later, Grazioli completed his hat-trick when he rammed home Ian Hendon's cross.

Lewis Hogg added a fourth goal for Barnet with six minutes left before former York City striker David McNiven hit a late consolation goal for Leigh from the penalty spot.