Billing United U11 Fight Back To Draw With Moulton Magpies U11

In an exhilarating cup clash at Daventry Town FC on 23 March 2025, Billing United U11 showcased their resilience, battling back from a three-goal deficit to draw 3-3 with Moulton Magpies U11 Whites, ultimately triumphing in the penalty shootout 3-2. The match kicked off at 1:40pm, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter that would keep spectators on the edge of their seats.

Billing United lined up in a 3-2-3 formation, with Jackson Pearce in goal, flanked by a defensive trio of Gerrard Afum Tutu on the right, Damaree Alexander in the centre, and Oscar Nawrocki on the left. The midfield was anchored by Logan Lynch and Jermel Williams, providing support to the attacking trio of Justin Juszynski on the right, Oscar Luck as the central striker, and Layton Dewar on the left. This formation aimed to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair, allowing for quick transitions and overlapping runs.

The substitutes included Cohen Adams, who would later be introduced to add fresh legs to the midfield.

The match began with Moulton Magpies asserting their dominance early on. In the 15th minute, they broke the deadlock, taking a 1-0 lead that sent a ripple of concern through the Billing United ranks. Just eleven minutes later, the Magpies struck again, doubling their advantage to 2-0 in the 26th minute. The pressure mounted for Billing United, and in the 30th minute, Moulton Magpies capitalised on a defensive lapse to score a third goal, leaving Billing United trailing 3-0 at half-time.

As the second half commenced, Billing United made a tactical change, bringing on Cohen Adams for Logan Lynch to inject some energy into the midfield. The change proved pivotal as Billing United began to find their rhythm. In the 38th minute, Justin Juszynski, who had been a constant threat, found the back of the net with a well-placed shot, assisted by Oscar Luck, narrowing the deficit to 3-1.

The momentum shifted further in the 47th minute when Juszynski struck again, this time doubling his tally and bringing the score to 3-2, once more assisted by Luck. The atmosphere in the stadium was electric as Billing United sensed a comeback was on the cards.

In the 54th minute, Layton Dewar completed the remarkable turnaround, scoring the equaliser with a deft finish following a precise assist from Gerrard Afum Tutu. The match was now level at 3-3, and the home side had completed a stunning revival.

With the score tied at the end of normal time, the match proceeded to a penalty shootout. Billing United held their nerve, converting three penalties to Moulton Magpies’ two, securing their place in the next round of the cup. Justin Juszynski's outstanding performance earned him the Player of the Match accolade, a fitting reward for his crucial contributions in the second half.

This thrilling encounter showcased the spirit and determination of Billing United U11, proving that no lead is safe in football, especially when resilience and teamwork shine through.