Brewood Juniors U12 Triumph 3-1 Over Pelsall Villa Colts

Brewood Juniors U12 faced Pelsall Villa Colts Warriors U12 at Silverdale on 19 October 2025 in a 9-a-side league neutral match that kicked off at midday. The encounter ended in a 3-1 victory for Brewood Juniors, who showcased resilience and tactical discipline throughout the 60-minute contest.

Brewood Juniors lined up in a 3-4-1 formation, deploying three defenders at the back with Jenson Jones on the right, Samuel Jennings centrally, and Robbie Hallam on the left. The midfield quartet consisted of Harry Johnson on the right wing, Isaac Sutheran and Jaxon Boulton occupying central midfield roles, and Harley Walsh on the left. Leading the line was striker Harrison Szymanel, supported just behind by the midfield. Elliot Loach guarded the goal, tasked with organising the defence and keeping a clean sheet. The substitutes available were George Dunne, Archie Greenaway, Tyler Broughton, and Harry Bradley.

The match saw early tactical adjustments from Brewood Juniors, with the first substitution occurring in the 23rd minute when George Dunne replaced right midfielder Harry Johnson. Seven minutes later, at the half-hour mark, a triple substitution reshaped the side: Archie Greenaway came on for left midfielder Harley Walsh, Tyler Broughton replaced left defender Robbie Hallam, and Harry Bradley took over from striker Harrison Szymanel. These changes suggested a shift in energy and perhaps a tactical tweak to maintain control.

Half-time arrived with the scoreline still goalless, but the second half quickly ignited. In the 39th minute, Robbie Hallam was reintroduced, coming on for right defender Jenson Jones, only for Jones to return in the 43rd minute, substituting Archie Greenaway. Shortly after, at the 45th minute mark, Harrison Szymanel was brought back on to replace central midfielder Jaxon Boulton, signalling a return to a more attacking approach.

The breakthrough came swiftly after the restart. In the 47th minute, striker Harrison Szymanel netted the opening goal, expertly finished following an assist from substitute George Dunne. Just one minute later, Dunne himself doubled the lead, capitalising on the momentum to put Brewood Juniors firmly in control.

Further substitutions followed as Harry Johnson returned to the pitch in the 50th minute, replacing Harry Bradley, and Harley Walsh was reinstated on the left wing in the 54th minute, taking over from Isaac Sutheran. These changes injected fresh legs and attacking impetus into the side.

Brewood Juniors extended their advantage in the 59th minute when Harley Walsh scored, assisted by the returning Harry Johnson. This goal appeared to seal the contest, demonstrating the effectiveness of the wide players and their interplay.

Pelsall Villa Colts Warriors managed a late consolation goal in the 60th minute, but it was too little, too late to alter the outcome. Throughout the match, goalkeeper Elliot Loach was a standout performer, making crucial saves and commanding his area with authority, earning him the player of the match accolade.

Brewood Juniors U12’s victory was built on a solid defensive foundation, midfield control, and clinical finishing in the second half. Their tactical flexibility and timely substitutions played a significant role in overcoming Pelsall Villa Colts Warriors on this neutral ground encounter.