Panthers 2 vs 2 Beacon Hill Cobras

Hook panthers 2 v 2 beacon hill Cobras (rob, jasper, motm James). We were expecting the Cobras to give us a tough game after our first encounter and they did not disappoint. Cobras are the only team to beat league leaders Mytchett this season, in the league ;-) Game of two halves just like the first game. Beacon hill were much the better team in first half, with Panthers putting themselves under a lot of pressure by giving away the ball cheaply and swinging and missing as a result of panicked play that required the ball to be controlled first. Cobras were clever and calm on the ball and deservedly took the lead. JR put in a last ditch sliding tackle and OK stepped in a couple of times to prevent a dangerous pass..Similarly RE was quick to come out and block a shot after closing down well. Panthers probably had the best chance of the first half but did not capitalise.. Half time was a welcome break for home team and opportunity for the boys to regroup.. Half time chat was about showing composure on the ball and ensuring there are options, particularly wide and short. Second half started very well with some of our best play in quite some time, under pressure and on a tricky old pitch we played our way round the opposition a few times. We once again had a chance that seemed easier got miss but somehow, I'm still not sure how, we failed to equalise..cobras were now the team counter attacking particularly down our left but JF was working tirelessly, as well as getting the ball under control before playing forward. EHs corners were of the highest quality, whipped in hard and just needed the slightest touch from a Panther. TH from CDM was getting the passing going using those around him very well. Whilst looking for the equaliser a somewhat fortunate goals was scored by the Cobras to make it 2-0... The boys to their credit probably showed how far they have come this year by rolling up their sleeves and trying to get a result. A quality free kick from the impressive GW on left edge of box was headed into the top corner by RD, who probably broke the record for the most headers in one match. He and JR both received nose bleeds from being hitting hard and at close range by the ball. 2-1 down with a few minutes to go, we created a couple of chances, one of which was a run down the right wing, defender blocked the initial shot, but a clever lay off to JW who finished well to equalise. JW is now officially the fox in the box, as he always seems to be in the right place at the right time.. The throw-ins from the fullbacks were working really well, particularly with EHE clever skills of flicking on the throw with his head. ON was probably the most combative I've seen him this season and he was a close contender for the man of the match. EHE tracked back very well, which really helped out the central midfield unit. Quick mention, well done to EHE and GW. Both were feeling unwell this week, with GW feeling poorly in the game, but it did not stop him from putting in a fine performance... Final score 2-2. Huge thank you to JR and GE for linesman duties this week.

Panthers 2 vs 2 Beacon Hill Cobras

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