U13 1 v Highfield 1
This was a great game of football that was played in a good spirit that was helped by an excellent refereeing display.
We played some very good passing football, but like many of our games there was no end product – this was due to 2 factors – a lack of composure in front of goal, and an excellent display by Highfields goalie.
He was quick off his line, positioned himself well and made 2 great saves, tipping shots onto the cross bar.
Liam was playing very well at full back – coming forward and putting some good crosses into the box.
Mike and Luke both worked very hard upfront, forcing the Highfield defence to rush their clearances.
Despite creating a number of chances it was 0-0 at HT.
Highfield got the first breakthrough, when they were awarded a free kick at the edge of the box. They put a good cross in and we allowed them an unmarked header, which flew into the back of the net. 0-1.
Play was from end to end, with Highfields centre forward playing very well.
Luke then scored a fantastic goal – cutting in from the left hand side and hitting a great shot from the edge of the box that gave the Goalie no chance. 1-1
We had the best of the remaining chances when Mike knocked the ball past the goalie towards the open net – then between him and Michael contrived to mess the chance up, putting the ball wide.
Final Score 1-1.MOM Liam