Waverton's first game in the new league ended in a defeat at home to Irby Colts, but the performance was much closer than the scoreline suggests and the girls can be pleased with first outing. Only 3 girls from the league side last year were in the starting line up, which makes the display even more impressive and one on which the team will build.
After 5 minutes Waverton took the lead when captain Keira Berry scored after picking up a ball on the right and beat the 'keeper. The Wirral side got back into it when pressure on the home defence resulted in an own goal. Soon after Emma Harrison nearly put the home side ahead again, but then Ellie Fowler for Irby Colts scored twice to give the visitors a clear advantage. Just before half time though, Keira Berry grabbed a second goal latching on to a lovely through ball from debut player Elia Williams-Serrano.
In the second half Waverton had numerous chances to equalise with Keira Berry and Ellie Riste going close. The football played was excellent with some great passing moves between Keira Berry and Lily Worden. However Irby, who were generally well marshalled by Megan McKee and Lucy Parkinson at the back scored a fourth through a long range shot which Holly Carter in the home goal was powerless to stop.
MOM chosen by Irby Colts - Keira Berry
Training - Wednesday 1 October at Christleton Primary 5:30-6:30.
Next match - Saturday 4 October - venue and opposition to be confirmed.
