S&L Juniors U10 Whites - Woking Town U10 Centurions

Away match on grass pitch with ref. The weather was cloudy and mild.

Best performance so far against a strong opposition. We created many good chances and could have won by a lot more.

Significant improvement in defending the box and clearing (many also finding our players and not down the middle). There were no instances where we were robbed (or nearly) in our box. Keep this up, this was excellent!

We then looked so good on the break away. Holding the ball, overlapping and passing. So good!

When off the ball we must mark a player. There was at least 2 instances where they were 4 on 2. Some great defending as a result, but we can't rely on our defence so much.

I felt we could also press the ball more, when upfield (exception of CBs who are probably best to hold off to defend box). If we nick it we'll then likely create more chances with us on overload.

Corners were also a bit iffy! I don't believe we found a player once with one. Don't forget passing short lets us keep possession. Hollywood crosses, that don't reach another player causes a massive track back... These should be our advantage, we somehow gave this to the oppo.

We could sometimes move the ball quicker from throws, keeper kicks and other set pieces. Move quickly to position and look for a team mate on the run to catch oppo napping.

Finally, we're very happy to play fun football, where we can take on dribbles and runs. There was a bit too much of this today. A pass was often the better option. Listen for team mate calls and look for all options. I think 50% running and 50% passing is a fair quota.

It was a thoroughly enjoyable match to watch. Some great skill on display and the win felt comfortable (even though it ended close), Well done all! We like winning, let's do it again next time!