Venue: King George the V recreational field
Result: Colts 7-1 Arundel
Colts secured a comprehensive victory over Arundel in their latest match, showcasing their dominance throughout the game. The attacking prowess of Colts was on full display, as they converted a number of chances into goals, aswell as missing some too!
Arundel started well and seemed well matched against Colts, but the back line of Noah, Charlie and Finley kept them at bay.
Once Colts settled they started to establish a firm grip on the match.
Vinny opened the scoring in the 20th minute, followed by Luis’ goal just five minutes later,lifting spirits and helping Colts to realise they can play great football together.
Arundel had a couple of near misses, but just couldn’t get the ball into the back of the net, largely due to goalie Fletcher and his quick reactions and some great tackles from Colts backline and sweeping wingers.
Jasper missing a great opportunity in the 30th minute, just made him more determined to find the back of the net at some point. But when was the question?
Jack added to the tally in the 35th minute, after a lovely cross from Fletcher on the wing, giving Colts a comfortable 3-0 lead at halftime.
Arundel came out second half, ready to go! They managed to pull one goal back early in the second half with a great long ball goal leaving to score 3-1 at 37 minutes.
Arundel were on the attack, with defense having to work hard to stop a few good attempts and Max doing what he does best, being relentless at chasing down the ball to gain possession. After a wobbly few minutes for Colts, they took a breath and composed themselves.
Colts settled back down and a through ball from Leo, lead to a great cross from Luis, finished by Vinnie knocking it into the back of the net. (4-1)A great demonstration of the team coming together.
The game was getting a little more firey, but Colts kept attacking with the help of Jamie on the wing chasing down the ball and fighting hard to gain possession. This lead to another chance with Theo hitting a long shot from outside the box, which the Arundel keeper saved.
Luis bought the next goal, after maneuvering past an obstructing Arundel defence, he managed to chip the ball from 30 yards out, scoring in the 50th minute. (5-1)
Jaspers long awaited goal (how many shots first half?) followed in quick succession in the 55th minute with a chip over the keeper. (6-1) At last!
Arundel came in with a few attempts, but Fletcher either had it covered or they shot wide.
Oscar working hard on the wing and making some lovely passes lead to
another attack and a great cross from Vinny, finished at back post by Jack, securing Colts a 59minute 7th goal. (7-1)
Vinny had the chance to complete a hat-trick but was unable to convert a late opportunity, hitting the post in the final minutes.
The final score of 7-1 reflects Colts’ dominance throughout the match. Their attacking play was impressive, with a number of chances created and some lovely simple but effective passing.
No one man of the match today, every player deserved it! So it went to them all!
Next we move to our cup game, where hopefully we can bring the same energy and radiate the same positivity.
Come on you Colts!
Goals:
• Colts: Vinny (2), Luis (2), Jack (2), Jasper (1)
