Berks Elite Golds Overwhelmed By Pompey In 7-A-Side League Clash

Berks Elite Golds hosted Pompey at King George V Playing Fields on 1 November 2025, with kick-off at 12:45am in a 7-a-side league match lasting 50 minutes plus added time. The home side suffered a heavy 6-2 defeat against a dominant Pompey outfit.

Berks Elite Golds lined up in a 2-3-1 formation, deploying two central defenders, three midfielders across the left, centre and right, and a lone striker up front. Max Humphreys took his place in goal, with Oliver Hazzard and Callum Chaffe forming the central defensive partnership. The midfield trio consisted of Vinnie Kirby on the left, William Reeve centrally, and Archie Thomson on the right. Archie Godding led the line as the sole striker. This setup was designed to provide defensive solidity through the two centre-backs, midfield control via the three midfielders, and attacking impetus from Godding. The substitutes available were Cameron Barr and Jasper Harrison.

The match began with an early tactical change as Cameron Barr replaced right midfielder Archie Thomson in the 7th minute, signalling a shift in Berks Elite Golds’ approach. Pompey opened the scoring in the 13th minute, taking the lead on the road. Four minutes later, Jasper Harrison came on for central midfielder William Reeve, further altering the midfield dynamics. Pompey doubled their advantage in the 24th minute, putting Berks Elite Golds under increasing pressure.

However, Berks Elite Golds responded immediately with a goal from their striker Archie Godding in the 25th minute, expertly set up by substitute Cameron Barr. This goal offered a brief glimmer of hope before the half-time whistle blew at 25 minutes. Pompey struck again just after the break in the 26th minute, restoring their two-goal cushion.

In the 30th minute, Berks Elite Golds made another substitution, bringing back Archie Thomson on for striker Archie Godding, perhaps to inject fresh energy on the right flank. Pompey continued their relentless assault, scoring once more in the 31st minute to extend their lead. The home side reverted to their original midfield setup in the 37th minute as William Reeve replaced Jasper Harrison.

Pompey’s dominance was clear as they added a fifth goal in the 45th minute, leaving Berks Elite Golds chasing the game. Yet, the home team showed resilience when Archie Thomson, assisted again by Cameron Barr, pulled a goal back in the 47th minute, reducing the deficit to 5-2. Pompey sealed their comprehensive victory with a sixth goal in the 50th minute, cementing their superiority in this encounter.

In the final moments, Berks Elite Golds made a final substitution, reintroducing striker Archie Godding for Archie Thomson in the 54th minute, but it was too little too late to alter the outcome. Despite the heavy defeat, Archie Thomson’s efforts on the right wing earned him the player of the match accolade for Berks Elite Golds, reflecting his influence both in midfield and attack.

Overall, Berks Elite Golds struggled to contain Pompey’s attacking threat throughout the match, with the visitors’ clinical finishing proving decisive. The home side’s tactical adjustments and substitutions showed intent but ultimately could not stem the tide of Pompey’s goals. The 2-6 scoreline reflected a game where Pompey’s quality and efficiency outmatched Berks Elite Golds on their own turf.