Godmanchester Town Blues Thrash Whittlesey Blue 5-0

In a commanding display, Godmanchester Town Blues secured a resounding 5-0 victory against Whittlesey Blue in their league away match at the Field Of Dreams, home of Whittlesey Junior FC, on 14 September 2024. The match kicked off at 11:00 am, and the Blues showcased their dominance throughout the encounter, leaving their opponents struggling to keep pace.

Godmanchester Town Blues lined up in a 2-1-4-1 formation, featuring Harry Wilson in goal, flanked by defenders Riley Merritt and Jack Manly. Otis Marks provided additional defensive support, while Paul Popescu played a pivotal role in midfield. The attacking quartet consisted of Luca Putinelu, Ralph Graegg, and Rory Slayford and Sonny McGrath, with Rory Slayford leading the line as the lone striker. The substitutes for the match included Dylan Lawrence, James Wyllie, and Arnas Kulberkis.

The first half saw Godmanchester Town Blues take control early on, with Harry Wilson making a stunning full-stretch save to deny Whittlesey Blue a potential goal. This set the tone for the match, as the Blues quickly asserted their dominance. Despite a few attempts from Whittlesey, Wilson's goalkeeping prowess kept them at bay, including a remarkable point-blank reaction save shortly after.

As the half progressed, Godmanchester Town Blues began to find their rhythm. Dylan Lawrence opened the scoring with a well-placed shot from around 12 yards, assisted by Ralph Graegg, who delivered a precise short pass. The Blues continued to press, and Ralph Graegg doubled the lead shortly after, converting a chance inside the box with another assist from Lawrence.

The momentum was firmly with Godmanchester, and just before half-time, Graegg found the net again, this time with a flicked assist from Luca Putinelu, further extending their lead to 3-0. The first half concluded with the Blues firmly in control, leaving Whittlesey Blue with little hope of a comeback.

The second half began with Godmanchester Town Blues maintaining their intensity. Harry Wilson showcased his skills once more, saving a penalty to keep the clean sheet intact. The Blues continued to dominate possession and create chances, leading to further goals. Ralph Graegg completed his hat-trick with a well-placed shot from a cross delivered by Sonny McGrath, pushing the score to 4-0.

As the match neared its conclusion, Arnas Kulberkis added the final touch to the scoreline, netting a solo goal from around 12 yards, sealing a comprehensive 5-0 victory for Godmanchester Town Blues. The match ended with the Blues celebrating a well-deserved win, showcasing their attacking prowess and solid defensive performance throughout the encounter.