Farringdon Community Sports College
- Excellence through Partnership
Physical Education - Clubs & Teams
Football Year 8 Boys
Friday 28th March
U13 Arkless Cup Final at the SAFC Academy 16:30Ko
SOUTHMOOR 1 - 3 FARRINGDON
Farringdon win the cup after a very good performance. Farringdon dominated large portions of the game especially after going a goal behind early on. Southmoor opened the scoring after a long ball over the defence. Their forward was able to run on and lob the helpless Farringdon keeper. But from this moment Farringdon started playing very good football keeping the ball and passing it well. Making the ball do the work their pass and move game was working well. It was not long before the as ever impressive Agnew opened his account to equal the scores which Farringdon certainly deserved. It was a superb goal, turning his man and finishing with precise accuracy. This goal inspired Farringdon giving them the belief that they could go on and win this. Farringdon have previously been beaten in every fixture against Southmoor so playing the better football and dominating the game was a huge confidence boost and Farringdon kept playing the better football. Every Farringdon player was doing their jobs well and they as a unit were very solid and a danger on the attack. It was a performance that was frustrating the opposition as they found it hard to get the ball and when they did their options were very limited. Agnew then bagged his second of the game before half time to end the first half 2-1 in Farringdon's favor!
During the half time team talk it was clear that the lads had the belief and it was not had to encourage them to go out and finish the job!
The second half carried on how the first finished, Farringdon playing some good football and limiting Southmoor to very little. It was a very solid second half display. Farringdon's build up play was patient and kept frustrating Southmoor. After some very good football Collis scored Farringdon's third, Agnew doing very well down the right beating one or two got the cross in for Collis to cooly finish, blasting the ball in the roof of the net. The build up play to this goal deserves a mention after nearly every outfield Farringdon player was involved. Starting on the right side making its way over to the left using the defenders then switching the play back to the right through the midfield before a great through ball to Agnew. It was now Farringdon’s to throw away and as time went on Southmoor created very little and only had one notable opportunity since going 3-1 behind but this was expertly saved from Farringdon keeper Wilson. The Southmoor forward was put through by a great ball and was one on one but Wilson narrowed the gap and saved well before smothering the ball. All of the hard work with 'The Hedge' in training certainly paid off! It was an important save with not long to go Farringdon did not want to have late pressure defending a 1 goal cushion. Farringdon saw out the game to become worthy winners. It was a great performance by all!
Player reports
Aaron Wilson – Goalkeeper - Aaron has been working very hard in training with Billy Hedgly and has become a very confident keeper. He could do nothing about the goal and played very well throughout. Sometimes acting as a sweeper he was quick off his line to claim or use a big kick to get rid of any danger. Once again his save near the end deserves an other mention - Magnificent!
Robbie Jones - Defender – Robbie was solid throughout and his heading ability is a huge bonus in been able to clear dangerous crosses or long balls. He was part of the back three and was very impressive in keeping the Southmoor attack at bay. He has a good footballing brain and is a strong tackler.
Stephen Foster – Defender – Stephen has tremendous pace with gets Farringdon out of a lot of danger. This season his performances and knowledge of the game have improved greatly and clears up a lot of the danger. This was proved by his performance in the final looking like a very good defender.
Andre Bennett – Defender/Midfielder – Andre is a fantastic asset to the team and playing at the back makes us look very solid. His intelligence on the pitch along with his ability is a huge bonus and he was unlucky not to score. He is a great communicator and helped the team stay solid and play good football.
Kieran Charlton – Right Wing Back – Kieran has been playing in this role for the previous few matches; it was a role unfamiliar to him and has taken to it very well. It’s a very hard position to play especially at this age. Kieran’s role was to defend but was equally as important for him to support the midfield and attack. His performance in the final was vital in the final as he helped the defence look solid had helped the team looking a threat going forward.
Gareth Young – Left Wing Back – Gareth has been playing in this role for the previous few matches; it was a role unfamiliar to him and has taken to it very well. It’s a very hard position to play especially at this age. Gareth’s role was to defend but was equally as important for him to support the midfield and attack. His performance in the final was vital in the final as he helped the defence look solid had helped the team looking a threat going forward.
Mitchell Young – Midfielder – Mitch is happy when playing in the centre and is very good on the ball. He was up for the final and probably had his best game for the school. Mitch got involved with everything getting on the ball when ever he could. He always seemed available which says a lot about his work rate in this game. Generally keeping things simple to keep possession but had moments of class to cut the defence apart.
Clarke Sanderson – Midfielder – Clarke is a fundamental part of the team and his importance can be over looked by some. Clarke is a natural defensive midfielder and is superb at it. Clark in many ways dictates the game. In the final Clark was on form and we won. He is a very strong tackler and never gives the ball away relieving the pressure on the rest of the team. Clarke has great ability and was a vital part of this cup winning team.
Liam Currie – Midfielder – Liam is another player who I think played his best game for the school in this game, rising to the challenge very well. Liam has played in many positions over the last two years playing right, left and centre back and also playing on the right hand side of midfield before getting a chance in the middle. Liam is good on the ball and likes to look for the forward pass and like Mitch he often keeps things simple and enjoys the pass and move ability of the team.
Liam Agnew – Attacking Midfielder / Supporting Striker – Liam once again put in a performance worthy of his ability. Getting a brace with two very good goals capped off his performance. Liam was a class or two above the opposition and always looked a threat. Liam was always looking for the ball giving the midfield an extra option and giving their defence something extra to worry about. Liam is the team captain and uses this role very well. He is always talking to his team mates offering encouragement when needed to lift the players. It was a fantastic performance by Liam a one to be proud of.
Connair Collis – Striker – Connair was playing upfront on his own, hard enough at any level but playing against a good side who have won the league twice and the cup last year this was not an easy job. Connair is very strong and can hold the ball up well which is why he was asked to play this role. Connair hassled the defence all game getting corners and throw-ins when it in right was not Farringdon’s to win. This kept the pressure almost constantly on the Southmoor defence which helped Farringdon play the good football and dominate large periods of the game. Connair rounded off his performance with a well finished goal.
Conner Morrison – Defender – Conner came on as a sub for Liam Currie which allowed Andre to push up into the midfield. Conner was now part of the back three alongside Stephen and Robbie. Conner was asked to go on keep things solid at the back and keep things simple. Conner performed this very well putting in some good challenges and passing the ball well. He is new to the team and let’s hope he continues to play and challenge for a starting position.
Liam Robertson – Midfielder – Liam came on for Kieran Charlton in a like for like swap. Liam supported the defence well and was always an option for an easy pass from the defence. Liam was also part of a very good passage of play playing a one two with Agnew down the right.
Declan Finlay – Striker – Declan came on for Connair Collis also in a like for like change. Declan is a very skilful tricky attacker and is a threat when running at the defence. He was unlucky not to score when he was put through; he produced a very good save from the Southmoor keeper.
All in all this was a great performance and a deserved victory!
