CS Leopards 1 v 1 Central Utd

I have to say today was one of the most satisfying results of the season so far for me, as no Ted, George and Marcus meant a lot of changes to the starting line up with some playing out of position but you all stood up to be counted and did a sterling job on a stodgy pitch, away from home and against a team that had a 100% record........ and with a goliath in defence! No doubt his ID Card will be out a few times this season!!

We made a bright start but things were pretty even until Francis breached the Leopards defence by beating their keeper to a lose ball and then skilfully taking the ball round him, managing to stay of his feet despite a clattering, and then showing great composure to slot the ball home from an acute angle to score a absolutely brilliant solo goal.

It looked like we were going to get to half-time with the lead but a very dubious free kick, shirt tugging apparently!, was given just outside the penalty area and they took advantage of it with a shot we couldn't do much about.

Both teams had their chances in the second half but, on reflection, I think a draw was probably a fair result and one I would have taken before the game, as it maintains our 3 point gap over Leopards at the top.  

Man of the Match this week goes to Zac Burnard who you would never have known was not our usual centre back. A top class performance with loads of commitment - well down Zac and thanks showing great attitude in playing there, as I know it's not your preferred position.

See you at training and well done again on an excellent performance.