First Match For AFC Halifax Vets

A 3-1 loss is a standard result in these types of matches, however when you consider this was the first time AFC Halifax Vets had fielded a team against an established footballing team, it really is an impressive result.

Although Greetland had the majority of the ball and applied pressure the back four coped admirably. In fact if had not been for a fluke of a goal just before half time they would have gone in with the score 1-0.

The second half saw Greetland resume their dominance and experience but AFC were hard to breakdown. With AFC playing a strong defensive set up it was rare that opportunities arose however Jackson produced a moment of beauty to break free and noticing the ‘keeper off the line lobbed him from fully 30 yards.

AFC tried in vain to get level but Greetland managed to score again late on with a great little finish leaving the final score 3-1.

Honourable mentions to the back four with great performance - Blackburn, Cartlidge, a Hillas and Dolan and of course Jackson for a magical moment.

Certainly leaves a solid base to build on going forward