Vics Tire Against A Excellent Brading Side. score 3-5

East Cowes Vics hosted Brading Town at Queensgate on the morning of 5 October 2025 in a 9-a-side league fixture kicking off promptly at 10:00am. Over the course of 60 minutes plus added time, Brading emerged victorious with a 5-3 win

East Cowes Vics lined up in a 4-3-1 formation, a setup designed to balance defensive solidity with midfield control and attacking support. In goal, Milo Vics was tasked with guarding the net. The defensive line consisted of Dylan Vics at right defender, Logan Vics and Thomas Vics as the central defensive duo, and Caiden Vics covering the left defensive flank. The midfield trio featured Harry Vics on the right, Jesse Vics centrally, and Ruben Vics on the left, providing width and creativity. Leading the line was Harley Vics as the lone striker, expected to spearhead attacks and convert chances created by the midfield. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

The match unfolded with East Cowes Vics demonstrating disciplined defensive organisation and patient build-up play. The defensive quartet, marshalled expertly by central defenders Logan and Thomas Vics, maintained a compact shape that frustrated Brading Town’s attempts to break through. Logan Vics, in particular, stood out for his commanding presence and timely interventions, earning him the Player of the Match accolade.

Midfielders Harry, Jesse, and Ruben worked tirelessly to link defence and attack, with Jesse Vics orchestrating play from the centre. The wide midfielders provided necessary width, stretching the opposition and delivering crosses to Harley Vics, who remained a constant threat up front.

Referee Jamie officiated the game with a firm but fair approach, managing the flow of the match well and ensuring a competitive but clean contest. The modest crowd of 40 spectators witnessed a tightly contested affair.

In summary, East Cowes Vics delivered a disciplined and effective performance just lacking the final end product, thus ending in defeat against a very good Brading side. Whose stamina and determination brought rewards. Both sides playing some great football with quality goals.

Ending Vics 3 Brading 5.