Wallasey Wanderers 4 - AFC Waverton 1
Waverton put in what was arguably the best all round performance of the season against the top side in the League at a wintry Oxton Park.
Playing without the benefit of subs, the girls stuck to their task admirably right from the kick off keeping their shape and formation throughout the 50 minutes. The conditions were difficult with a strong cold cross wind and a hard bobbling surface but the small pitch suited our passing game very well.
The team started off with Lucie in goal, Hollie and Ellie at the back, Keira in centre of midfield with Emma and Lily alongside and Elia up front. In the second half Elia and Emma switched positions but otherwise the team remained the same.
The team held their own for much of the game and were unlucky not to score before Emma grabbed a late consolation goal after great work by Elia and Lily. Lucie was tremendous between the sticks to keep the goals down but all of the outfield players also were brilliant. One of the Wanderers goals bobbled just before it went in giving Lucie no chance.
Hollie and Keira had great opportunities in the second half but the ball flew just over and wide respectively. Two shorts Ellie was excellent at the back with Hollie alongside her having her best game for the club. Elia was strong and tricky in midfield, Emma (who bravely carried on despite a bang on the head) tenacious and Lily skilful in setting up a number of chances including beating two defenders in the second half and crossing the ball which was nearly knocked in. Keira deserved her MOM with some fantastic touches and was very brave to play on despite having very blistered feet.
MOM - Keira for Waverton, Lauren McGarrity for Wanderers. Ref John Williams.
Next up training on Wednesday at Waverton Playing Field at 5:30. No Match on Saturday April 4 but a home match on Tuesday April 11 6pm kick off. At least two of the girls are away, please can any others who cannot make it contact Mike or Heather ASAP so if we have to cancel we can give due notice.
