Under 9 Performance Squad vs Worthys Youth U9 Reds

U9 Development Autumn Division 3

Our U9 Performance Team secured a well-deserved victory this weekend, demonstrating fantastic adaptability and composure in challenging conditions against tough opposition.

The team got off to a slow start in the opening quarter. The wet pitch caused the ball to hold up, and a few early mistakes meant possession was shared evenly between the two sides. Despite the competitive nature of the play, neither goal was seriously threatened in a cagey start.

Heading into the second quarter, the team quickly adapted to the conditions. A few strategic positional changes helped the squad find its rhythm, leading to the creation of several promising chances. The deadlock was finally broken with a powerful strike from the edge of the box to put us ahead at the half-time break.

The team started the third quarter full of confidence. Maintaining our style of play, the ball movement was excellent, resulting in a sensational second goal.

The opposition immediately responded with a superb free kick, which looped into the top left to keep the game tense.

In the final quarter, the team truly asserted its dominance. We dominated possession and successfully pressed high in the opposition's half. The pressure paid off when we managed to find a third goal.

The goal of the game soon followed, with a shot from an almost impossible angle out wide on the left. The opposition managed to pull one back with the final kick of the game following a long ball and a scramble in the box, but it was too little, too late.

A strong performance overall, showing adaptability, composure, and some fantastic team work.

A huge well done to Edie for being named Player of the Match! Edie scored two brilliant goals and was key to the team's composed and confident performance today. Fantastic effort!