Brewood Juniors U12 Fall To Old Wulfrunians In Friendly

In a closely contested friendly match held at Birmingham on 3rd September 2025, Brewood Juniors U12 faced off against Old Wulfrunians Juniors U12 West, ultimately succumbing to a 3-1 defeat. The match kicked off at 6:30pm, showcasing the talents of both teams in a 9-a-side format.

Brewood Juniors lined up in a 3-4-1 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for creativity in midfield. Elliot Loach took his position in goal, with Jenson Jones, Samuel Jennings, and Tyler Broughton forming a trio at the back. The midfield was anchored by Jaxon Boulton and Archie Greenaway in central roles, flanked by Harry Johnson on the right and George Dunne on the left. Up front, Harry Bradley was tasked with leading the line as the sole striker. The substitutes for Brewood included Harrison Szymanel, Isaac Sutheran, and Robbie Hallam.

The match began with Old Wulfrunians applying early pressure, and it was not long before they found the back of the net. In the 10th minute, they opened the scoring, capitalising on a defensive lapse from Brewood Juniors. The goal set the tone for a challenging evening for the home side.

As the first half progressed, Brewood struggled to find their rhythm but managed to hold firm defensively for the most part. However, the pressure mounted, and at the 30-minute mark, Brewood made a trio of substitutions to inject fresh energy into the team. Harrison Szymanel replaced Harry Johnson, Isaac Sutheran came on for Jaxon Boulton, and Robbie Hallam took the place of Samuel Jennings. These changes were aimed at revitalising the midfield and bolstering the attack as the first half drew to a close.

The half-time whistle blew with the score at 1-0 in favour of Old Wulfrunians, leaving Brewood with much to ponder during the break.

The second half commenced with renewed hope for Brewood, and they quickly found their footing. Just moments after the restart, in the 45th minute, Harrison Szymanel made an immediate impact by scoring an equaliser, sending the home crowd into raptures. His goal provided a glimmer of hope and reinvigorated Brewood's performance.

However, the joy was short-lived as Old Wulfrunians responded swiftly. Just five minutes later, in the 50th minute, they struck again, regaining the lead and pushing the score to 2-1. Brewood's defence, which had shown promise, was caught off guard, allowing the visitors to extend their advantage.

Despite their best efforts to claw back into the game, Brewood Juniors found themselves on the back foot once more. Old Wulfrunians sealed their victory with a third goal, further solidifying their dominance in the match.

As the final whistle blew, Brewood Juniors U12 were left to reflect on a challenging encounter. The match served as a valuable learning experience, highlighting areas for improvement as they prepare for future fixtures.