League: Davidson 35s Div 4
DAFT vs Reclinosaurs
Game played in great spirit. Was close for a long period, Reclinosaurs leading 1-0 when DAFT got a pen, which stand in keeper Rog miraculously saved. That seemed to be the turning point. Goals from Gaffers, Ram, Matt, Jim and a brace from Toby. Thanks to DAFT for hosting.
Sherston Vets vs Lion FC
A good competitive fixture played on a sunny November morning. Moved to the 3G pitch with storms battering south west England earlier in the week. Sherston got off to a flyer, scoring early goals whilst Lion were still finding their rhythm. Lion adjusted their structure, which better dealt with Sherstons extra man in the middle, but clinical finishing meant they went in 5-0 down at the break. There was an unfortunate incident in the first half with two players both jumping in the air for a 50/50 high ball, but the mid air collision leaving the Lion CB hurt (suspected broken ribs) – Sherston wish him a speedy recovery. The second half was a very close affair, with Sherston not adding to their tally for a while, until a 30 yard volley with the keeper off his line. Lion eventually got the goal which they very much deserved for the chances created. Final score 8-1 win to Sherston.
Lion FC vs Reclinosaurs
Lion took the points in a close game at Little Stoke playing fields. Despite having the ‘lion’s share’ of possession in the first half, chances were few and far between for them. A well placed strike from 20 yards gave Lion a deserved lead, but there was only one other good opportunity which the lively striker volleyed wide. Meanwhile Si hit the post on the break for Reclinosaurs, before a mistake at the back allowed Pete in to equalise. Second half was more even, Both sides had chances, Lion had one disallowed for a foul on the keeper and one superb strike that hit the bar. They took the lead again when a flighted ball was volleyed in for a great goal. Reclinosaurs had several chances near the end to secure the draw they probably deserved but weren’t clinical enough in the end. A good close game played in a generally good spirit.