Bury Town Wolves U11 Dominate Needham Mrk't Red U11 6-1

On the morning of 9th November 2025, Bury Town Wolves U11 hosted Needham Market Phoenix F.C. U11 Black at their home ground in a lively 9-a-side league encounter, kicking off promptly at 9:30am. The Wolves delivered a commanding performance, running out comfortable 6-1 winners after a dominant display across the 60 minutes plus added time.

Bury Town Wolves lined up in a 3-4-1 formation, a tactical setup designed to provide defensive solidity with three defenders, a strong midfield presence of four players, and a lone striker leading the line. Reece Moors took his place between the sticks as goalkeeper, shielded by Eric Nevill at right defender, Freddie Harris - Moon centrally, and Bryce Eby on the left. The midfield quartet consisted of Micheal Morrison on the right, Rocco Lombardo and Archie Ward centrally, and George Austin on the left, tasked with both defensive duties and supporting attacks. Leading the line was striker Leo Chowles, expected to spearhead the Wolves’ offensive efforts. On the bench, substitutes Bryan Isokpehi, Jacob Hewitt, and Bailey Messenger awaited their chance to impact the game.

From the outset, Bury Town Wolves set the tone with a flurry of defensive interventions. Within the first four minutes, Eric Nevill was instrumental, blocking and tackling to repel early Needham Market advances. Rocco Lombardo and Bryce Eby also made crucial tackles and interceptions, while Freddie Harris - Moon asserted his aerial presence with a vital headed clearance. The midfielders, including Micheal Morrison and Archie Ward, contributed defensively with timely tackles, ensuring the Wolves maintained control.

As the game progressed, the Wolves began to assert themselves offensively. Rocco Lombardo’s long pass in the fourth minute set up an early chance, with George Austin’s shot saved by the visitors’ goalkeeper. Freddie Harris - Moon’s wide effort followed shortly after, while Bryce Eby’s interceptions and tackles kept the defence secure. The Wolves’ midfield orchestrated play with a series of flick passes from Morrison, Lombardo, Ward, and Austin, demonstrating fluid passing and creativity.

The breakthrough came in the seventh minute when Rocco Lombardo’s precise long pass found striker Leo Chowles, who finished confidently inside the box to open the scoring. The Wolves continued to press, with Freddie Harris - Moon making a crucial tackle and Archie Ward providing a flick pass to maintain attacking momentum. Defensive solidity remained paramount as Morrison and Harris - Moon repeatedly thwarted Needham Market’s attempts.

Bury Town Wolves doubled their lead in the tenth minute through a set-piece goal, expertly finished by Freddie Harris - Moon after a long pass from George Austin. The Wolves’ defensive unit remained vigilant, with interceptions from Austin and Lombardo, and tackles from Bryce Eby and Rocco Lombardo ensuring the visitors struggled to gain foothold.

In the fifteenth minute, Eric Nevill showcased his shooting prowess by scoring from outside the area, extending the Wolves’ advantage. The team’s cohesion was evident as Archie Ward and Leo Chowles combined with flick passes to create further chances. Despite some wide attempts from Morrison and Leo Chowles, the Wolves maintained relentless pressure.

At the twentieth minute mark, a triple substitution saw Jacob Hewitt, Bailey Messenger, and Bryan Isokpehi introduced, replacing Freddie Harris - Moon, George Austin, and Archie Ward respectively. The fresh legs injected renewed energy into the Wolves’ play. Bryan Isokpehi quickly made his presence felt with flick passes, while Jacob Hewitt contributed with solid tackles and interceptions alongside Bailey Messenger’s defensive work.

The Wolves continued to dominate possession and chances, with Leo Chowles creating opportunities through flick passes and Bryan Isokpehi linking play effectively. Defensive resilience was maintained by Bryce Eby and Eric Nevill, who made crucial interceptions and clearances to keep Needham Market at bay.

Shortly after half-time, Leo Chowles added a third goal for the Wolves in the 31st minute, finishing inside the box with his right foot following a flick pass from Bryan Isokpehi. The Wolves’ dominance was unrelenting, with further defensive blocks and interceptions preventing any meaningful response from the visitors.

Jacob Hewitt and Bailey Messenger continued to impress defensively, while Reece Moors made key saves and interceptions to preserve the clean sheet. The Wolves’ attacking rhythm remained strong, with Leo Chowles, Archie Ward, and Micheal Morrison combining through flick passes to create multiple chances.

In the 39th minute, Micheal Morrison scored a composed finish inside the box, assisted by a long pass from Jacob Hewitt, further extending the Wolves’ lead. Despite a late consolation goal from Needham Market in the 40th minute, Bury Town Wolves maintained control and composure.

Substitutions continued with George Austin and Freddie Harris - Moon returning to the pitch, replacing Leo Chowles and Micheal Morrison respectively, allowing the Wolves to refresh their attacking options. Defensive solidity was upheld by Archie Ward and Freddie Harris - Moon, who made several crucial tackles and interceptions in the closing stages.

The Wolves sealed their emphatic victory with a sixth goal in the 58th minute, when George Austin netted following a flick pass assist from Eric Nevill. Throughout the final minutes, the Wolves’ midfield and defence, led by Bryan Isokpehi, Jacob Hewitt, and Bryce Eby, maintained their discipline, repelling any late threats.

Bury Town Wolves U11’s comprehensive 6-1 triumph was built on a foundation of resolute defending, intelligent midfield play, and clinical finishing. Their 3-4-1 formation allowed them to control the game both defensively and offensively, with key contributions from all starting players and impactful performances from the substitutes. This result will surely boost their confidence as they continue their league campaign.