Red Star Report:

Red Star 35s got their new campaign underway with a hard-fought win against tough battling opposition.  Filton were much the better team in the first half causing Red Star’s midfield and defence all sorts of problems, but the game turned when Red Star’s #10 was felled in the box resulting in a hotly-contested penalty.  Tom Sewell then kept his nerve and slotted the spot kit into the bottom corner.  Red Star settled in the second half and continued to create chances but a disallowed Filton goal didn’t help the mood.  They pushed for an equaliser and the game began to get stretched.  Fatigue crept in and brought with it a few tasty challenges, but having squandered three or four gilt-edged chances Red Star held on to take the three points.  Thanks to Filton for a good competitive match.  It’s good to be back.

Dynamos Report:

Dynamos kicked off their league campaign with a hard earned win over Backwell. With keeper Dave protecting his recently inked ‘tramp stamp,’ evergreen striker Adam took over between the sticks. This was a much more even game than the scoreline suggests and only some excellent finishing from Dynamos was the difference on the day. A special mention to Tays who turned his marker inside out before launching a howitzer into the top corner. This was his second great strike of the game, not bad for a full back! Also in the goals were Mike Hope with a really neat finish and one for Neil. Adam ensured a clean sheet denying Backwell with a fine save in the second half, tipping the ball over at full stretch, not bad for a part time keeper! Thanks to Backwell for an enjoyable and competitive game. We know it’ll be a close game in the return match.