Eastham Dominate Select 11 In Friendly Encounter

Match Report: Eastham 0-0 Nick Cooper Select 11

19 July 2025- Shite pitch

Eastham were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw at home despite dominating large periods of the game against a disjointed but stubborn side.

From the outset, the home side looked the more composed and cohesive unit, controlling possession and attempting to build through midfield. However, clear-cut chances were few and far between, with Eastham struggling to break down an unpredictable and loosely organized opposition.

The visitors, a select XI comprised of various players with little experience playing together, lacked structure but proved tricky to contend with. Their unorthodox shape and sporadic pressing caused problems at times, making it difficult for the home side to find any consistent rhythm in the final third.

Despite the lack of clear chances, Eastham remained patient in their build-up and were rarely troubled at the back. The defense remained solid throughout, mainly only allowing long range efforts, with the defence dealing comfortably with the limited attacking threat posed by the visitors. And Peter Lowey producing fine saves when they did get through.

In the second half, Eastham pressed higher up the pitch, trying to unlock the defense through intricate passing and intelligent movement. A few half-chances came their way, but the final ball often let them down.

As the game wore on, frustration began to show, with Eastham tiring and unable to capitalise on their dominance. The final whistle blew with neither side able to find the breakthrough.

Final Score: 0-0

Player of the Match: Peter Lowey.

Manager’s Thoughts:

Take that for what it was minutes in the tank. Need to improve fitness over the next month so it will be training or a game every week from now on Saturdays. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. MoM @?Peter Lowey? the ??