Hedgerley FC Fall Short Against Maidenhead Revolutions Res

Hedgerley FC faced off against Maidenhead Revolutions Res in a closely contested league match at Farnham Park on 8th September 2024, kicking off at 10:30 am. Despite a spirited performance, Hedgerley succumbed to a 2-1 defeat, leaving them to reflect on missed opportunities and tactical adjustments.

Hedgerley adopted a 4-5-1 formation for this encounter, aiming to solidify their midfield while providing support to lone striker Liam Neale. The backline consisted of Jack Butler and Chris Smith as right and left defenders respectively, with Charlie Parkin and Chris Randall forming the central defensive partnership. In midfield, Oliver Cottrill and Brandon Belmar operated on the flanks, while Alex Mitchell, Adam Butler, and Billy Long occupied the central roles, tasked with both creating chances and breaking up play.

The substitutes for Hedgerley included John Lobo and Jacob New, who were poised to make an impact should the opportunity arise.

The first half saw both teams struggle to find their rhythm, with neither side able to break the deadlock before the half-time whistle blew. However, the second half brought a flurry of action. Just six minutes after the restart, Hedgerley took the lead through Chris Smith, who capitalised on a goalmouth scramble following a corner, with the assist credited to Charlie Parkin. The home crowd erupted in celebration, sensing a potential turnaround.

As the match progressed, Hedgerley made a tactical substitution in the 65th minute, bringing on John Lobo for Alex Mitchell to inject fresh energy into the midfield. Shortly after, in the 66th minute, Jacob New replaced Chris Randall, further altering the dynamics of the game.

However, the momentum shifted dramatically when Maidenhead struck back in the 71st minute, equalising with a well-timed goal that caught the Hedgerley defence off guard. The visitors continued to press, and their efforts were rewarded again in the 82nd minute, when they scored their second goal, putting Hedgerley on the back foot.

In a bid to regain control, Hedgerley made another substitution in the 83rd minute, reintroducing Alex Mitchell in place of Jack Butler. Despite their best efforts to rally in the closing stages, Hedgerley could not find the equaliser, and the match concluded with a disappointing 2-1 scoreline.

The defeat leaves Hedgerley FC with much to ponder as they look to regroup and refocus ahead of their next fixture, while Maidenhead Revolutions Res celebrate a hard-fought victory.