4-4 versus the Little Chalfont XI.
Team: Justin, Amar, Richard, Graham, Danny, Phil H, Alex H, Toma, Alex Y,
Phil W, Paul, Ian
A thrilling match played in sunshine conditions produced an 8 goal thriller
with honours even and both sides happy with the points (and pride) shared.
They started better with some slick passing aided by the wind being at their
backs. They quickly raced into the lead before we stormed back to be 2-1 in
front thanks to one from Phil W and a stunning effort from Danny. Our lead
was short lived and we quickly allowed them back into the match before once
more getting our noses in front to lead 3-2 at the break through a fine
header at the back stick by Alex Young.
We had the better of the 1st half and got some real joy down the left with
Phil and Danny combining well.
The second half was a more tighter affair, and our lack of squad depth (12)
really showed as our opponents rotated frequently to keep legs fresh as the
game got stretched. Additionally we had some walking wounded with Amar and
Toma both picking up knocks.
We quickly conceded after the break and then found ourselves 4-3 down midway
through. We finally managed to snatch the equaliser with 10 or so minutes
to go and despite there being a couple of chances at both ends, I think
honours even was about right...and it leaves the door open nicely for a
rematch.
All in all, a good day out, a fair result and some good money raised for the
Anthony Nolan Trust (which I am thankful to you all for).
Thanks to Ed for refereeing.
MOM: Phil Heys for an all action solid display down the left.
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