Christchurch FC Panthers Dominate Dorchester Town Youth U16 Dynamos 4-0

On 14 December 2025, Christchurch FC Panthers travelled to face Dorchester Town Youth U16 Dynamos at their home ground for a cup away match kicking off at 12:00pm. The Panthers delivered a commanding performance to secure a 4-0 victory in an 80-minute contest, overseen by referee Mark Derrien, whose excellent control ensured a smooth flow throughout the game.

Christchurch FC Panthers lined up in a 4-2-1-3 formation, deploying a solid back four with George Adlem in goal. The defensive line featured Arwan Hassan at right back, Aaron Scullion and Finley Everett as central defenders, and Jamie Gray on the left. In midfield, Dominik Chudy and Kian Sinclair operated as the two central midfielders, tasked with both defensive duties and linking play. Ahead of them, Josh Akpagbula took the attacking midfield role, supporting a three-pronged forward line consisting of Jamie Moore on the right, James Adams leading as striker, and Emilio Parandian on the left. The formation was designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking width and creativity. The substitutes named were Rafael Maggiora, Thomas Hunt, Theo Roberts, and Noah Iglewski.

The match began with Christchurch asserting control early on, and it was Josh Akpagbula who broke the deadlock, demonstrating his attacking midfield prowess by finding the net to give the Panthers the lead. Soon after, Akpagbula doubled the advantage, showcasing his clinical finishing and ability to exploit spaces behind the Dorchester defence.

As the first half progressed, Christchurch maintained pressure and dictated the tempo.

The half-time whistle arrived with Christchurch comfortably ahead 2-0, having controlled the match and limited Dorchester’s opportunities.

In the second half, the Panthers continued their dominance. Rafael Maggiora justified his introduction by scoring, and extending the lead and further demoralising the home side. Thomas Hunt added a fourth goal, sealing a comprehensive victory for Christchurch. Both goals underlined the effectiveness of the tactical substitutions and the team’s attacking depth.

Defensively, the Panthers were resolute throughout, with Finley Everett standing out as the player of the match. His commanding presence in central defence thwarted numerous Dorchester attacks and provided a foundation for the team’s clean sheet.

Christchurch FC Panthers’ 4-0 triumph at Dorchester Town Youth U16 Dynamos was a display of tactical acumen, clinical finishing, and defensive discipline, setting them up strongly for the next stage of the cup competition.