Match result
| Team | Mixed U12 - Vikings |
|---|---|
| Opposition | Dringhouses |
| Kick off | 6pm 16/04/2015 |
| Score | 2-2 |
| Match report | Our first midweek game since before Christmas saw the Lions pit themselves against Dringhouses away. This game promised to be a closely fought game with the teams being 3rd & 4th in the league. A Lions victory would put them on equal points with Dringhouses. The boys were confident but knew the quality throughout the Dringhouses team however quality stems through the Lion’s side so a great match was on the cards. Fulford started strongly with some crisp one touch passing that was evident in the recent game against Rawcliffe and continued the same tempo. The Lions had all 11 players available and choosing a starting 9 was a tough decision but the management decided that the team v Rawcliffe that won convincingly should start v Dringhouses. Jake kept goal with Andy, Doug and Ellis in defence. The midfield consisted of Jack, Ethan, Simeon and Damian with Ollie sole striker. Ollie and Damian continued to change with each other to keep the Dringhouses defence on their toes. Louis returned from Australia and Jordan from his break and both were eager to get on the pitch to cause mayhem. The game was very even with both teams having chances. Dringhouses hit the crossbar in their main effort but Ollie and Jack were very unlucky not to score for the Lions forcing Dringhouses goalkeeper into making good saves. The opening goal came on the 19 minute mark when Ollie used his strength to bulldoze through the Dringhouses defence and hit a low shot to the left of the Dringhouses gk to put the Lions ahead. The 100 mph tempo of the game was pulsating, difficult for both sets of parents to watch and exciting for the neutral fan. Dringhouses struck an equaliser within one minute of the half time whistle being first to a loose ball. The score was 1-1 at half time but the game was even and would take real effort to take the win. Andy K and Pete congratulated the boys on a great first half but stated the same would be needed in the second. The second half started in the same fashion, the back 3 were on great form, Andy H played the wing back role in style motoring up and down the wing and must have been tired last night at home! Jake commanded his area well, making some great stops indeed. Doug was immense and Ellis was unbeatable. Louis came on at half time to bring his ‘Aussie style’ footie to the game and immediately showed his battling skills putting in some crunching tackles. Ethan had the job to look after the Dringhouses most dangerous player and carried out the job well whilst still performing his dead ball skills in the usual fashion. Simeon carried his tenacious tacking from the last game against his school mates and again took no prisoners in his efforts to win the ball. Ollie and Damian and Jack attacked well and scared Dringhouses. Jordan came on the pitch and immediately put himself about looking confident. A goal from Jordan would be welcomed to reward his efforts...... The game was end to end and would take a moment of magic to win it. Dringhouses, fielding a makeshift 'keeper found him wanting with a poor clearance that was picked up by Jack on the left. His intelligent and selfless ball into the box found Jordan who lashed it into the centre of the net to put Fulford 2-1 up and dreaming of a great win. Dringhouses could not be faulted for effort and had a goal disallowed for offside but were not to be denied and with 30 seconds to go stole the equaliser, Banky evading a couple of tackles to plant the ball into our net to make it 2-2. The full time whistle went seconds after the restart and a well fought 2-2 draw was earned by both teams. The score was a fair result on reflection but a great game of football was on show for all to watch. The teams pit themselves together again on Sunday in the cup semi final however the Lions have nothing to fear and if they repeat this form then have the ability to win the semi-final. Every player was exceptional indeed but Dougie slightly took the nod for the PotM for his relentless work denying the Dringhouses attack a plethora of chances. Well done to all and take the knowledge that with the same commitment on Sunday then they have little to fear against a strong Dringhouses team. HT 1-1 FT 2-2 Scorer – Ollie, Jordan PotM – Dougie Capt - Simeon |
Manager | Andy Kay |
| Captain | Simeon H |
| Player of the match | Douglas J |
Team stats
| Player | Position | Contribution | Goals | Clean sheets | Bookings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew H | Played full match | ||||
| Jack B | Played full match | ||||
| Oliver B | Played full match | 1 | |||
| Ellis C | Played full match | ||||
| Louis E | Played full match | ||||
| Damian G | Played full match | ||||
| Simeon H © | Played full match | ||||
| Douglas J | Played full match | ||||
| Ethan K | Played full match | ||||
| Jake K | Played full match | ||||
| Jordan R | Played full match | 1 |
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