Square Rangers 4 Spartak
Watling 1
Saturday 9th December
After a two week lay-off Square Rangers came back in style to give
a wonderful all-round performance to beat neighbours Spartak Watling.
From the kick-off Square Rangers took a stronghold on the midfield
and this enabled the team to quickly dictate the tempo of the match.
This both inspired and influenced the team as Rangers were able
to force the play forwards, enjoying good possession along the way,
and creating much by way of goal-mouth action. The team seemed to
be first to every ball and at their commitment always seemed to
put Watling under pressure. Rangers deservedly capitalised on their
superiority with two first half goals scored by Matt Childs, who
neatly slotted past the outrushing keeper, and then Josh Berry scoring
direct from a corner. Square Rangers were able to keep their two
goal lead thanks to some very tight defending by the back four,
and also thanks to Ryan Larrington who yet again saved a penalty,
brilliantly diving to his right and holding on to the ball as it
spun towards the goal line.
The second half saw an improved Watling spiritedly trying to claw
their way back and for the opening quarter of an hour the play was
intense as both teams fought hard for possession. A quick breakaway
led to a goal for Watling to set up a possible grandstand finish,
but then centre midfielders Matthew Custance and Jack Sullivan took
command, ably assisted by wide players Tom Gee and Joe Evans to
see Square Rangers comfortably through to the end. This period included
well taken goals scored by Jack Sullivan and Joe Evans to bring
the final score to 4-1.
Highlights of the match:
Has to be the performance
of the two central midfield players Matt Custance and Jack Sullivan
whose performances influenced the match and were the driving force
behind all Square Rangers’s good work. Ryan’s penalty
save deserves a mention too as it came at a crucial time in the
match.
Player of the match: (chosen by Martin Childs)
Jack Sullivan
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