Leek Wootton Saturday Leek Wootton U7 VS Stockton Juniors U7 Thunder 9.00am MEET
Match Report: U7 Thunder vs. Leek Wootton – Monday, November 25th
Location: Home
The match kicked off with a burst of energy as Jude T delivered a precise pass to Hughie R, setting the tone for an exhilarating game. Leek Wootton tried to gain control early, but the midfield duo of Louie H and Hughie R thwarted three promising attacks with good defensive organization.
Louie H was a force to be reckoned with, launching several long balls into the Leek Wootton box, creating constant pressure. One such ball found Jude T, who deftly set up Hughie R for a shot that narrowly missed the target. Leek Wootton responded with a swift attack down the left, but Colby P made a spectacular save to keep the score level.
Rory W showcased his composure, playing out from the back and contributing to the early build-up play. Louie H continued to dominate, forcing Leek Wootton to stay on the defensive with his well-placed long balls. Despite their efforts, Leek Wootton struggled to break out of their half, thanks to Stockton's cohesive teamwork.
The breakthrough came when a loose pass landed at the feet of a Leek Wootton midfielder, who unleashed a thunderous shot that ricocheted in off the bar. Stockton quickly equalized as Louie H deflected a shot to Hughie R, who embarked on a dazzling solo run before slotting the ball into the bottom corner.
Stockton's momentum grew, leading to a corner that Louie H powered in off the keeper for a goal. Reuben M-J made an immediate impact, dribbling into the opposition box, only to be denied a shot at the last moment. From the ensuing corner, Liam R rifled a ball that deflected off a Leek Wootton player for another goal.
Liam R was relentless, battling for possession as Stockton pushed for more goals. He delivered another dangerous corner, almost converted by Bobby J. Reuben M-J and Liam combined brilliantly to set up Bobby J, whose shot was blocked at the last second. Oliver T added to the tally with a composed finish after a skillful dribble.
Reuben M-J's high energy and ball carries caused constant problems for Leek Wootton. Despite their efforts to get back into the game, Bobby J and Colby P stood firm, making crucial blocks and saves. A misplaced kick allowed Leek Wootton to halve the deficit with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box. Half time.
The second half began with Hughie R kicking off for Stockton. Leek Wootton quickly went on the offensive, but Colby P made a crucial save. Louie H's pass to Hughie R set up Jude T for a shot that went agonizingly wide. Leek Wootton's wide midfielder found space and scored with a long-range effort.
Rory W made a vital block to stop another attack, while Hughie R's shot was deflected wide for a corner. Rory W's clearance almost found Hughie R, and Jude T's tackle in midfield nearly set up another chance. Stockton applied relentless pressure, but the final pass eluded them.
A goal kick from Colby P was intercepted by a Leek Wootton midfielder, whose deflected shot found the net. Despite changes, Oliver T and Reuben M-J continued to dribble well. Reuben M-J's free kick was blocked, and Leek Wootton capitalized on a break to score past a stranded Colby P.
Bobby J's hard work pressured the defence into mistakes, while Liam R's tackles kept Leek Wootton at bay. Reuben M-J was everywhere, driving Stockton forward, and Oliver T made strong runs down the left. Bobby J supported the defence with crucial tackles, but Stockton ran out of time to equalise. Full time.
MOTM: Liam R PPOTM: Reuben M-J
