You never lose it.

Former Ipswich Town and Trinidad & Tobago star Carlos Edwards proved even at 44-years of age he can still produce moments of magic.

With Hadleigh holding a narrow 1-0 lead after fit again Regan Pelling marked his return from injury with an early opener, Edwards doubled the lead four minutes after the break with a sublime free kick.

Regan Pelling netted opener on his return (Picture: Nub News)

With the world and his dog expecting midfielder Edwards to cross in a free kick from the left, the wily old fox spotted the keeper poorly position and successfully struck right-footed inside the near post.

Liam Wales was equally adept with his free kick late on to secure Hadleigh anther 3-0 victory, following their excellent home win over Kirkley last week. Report and reaction here....

Liam Wales wrapped up win (Picture: Nub News)

Nick Punter had little to do, but saved when called upon and was relieved to see a Jack Friend effort come back off a post and the follow up fluffed by the City's Arden Hida.

Steve Holder's side played attractive football once again, but failed to make their numerical advantage count in the 10 minute period Ely's Louis Jenkins was sin binned for dissent.

Hadleigh are back at Millfield on Tuesday night when they entertain Mildenhall in the Suffolk Premier Cup.