Wollaton Pirates Reserves 0 V 4 Plumtree

<p>Match report by Matt Court

<p>The form guide suggested a tough test for Plumtree in this weekends game, with Wollaton just behind us over the last 6 games.&nbsp; 16 were named in the week but through various drop outs 12 were assembled to try and maintain the fantastic run of form we have displayed this year.&nbsp; The game finally got started late as Wollaton were also struggling with numbers and waiting on players.<br />&nbsp;<br />The opening exchanges were pretty even following a slow start by ourselves but the signs were definitely there that our chances would come.&nbsp; Troy right from the go was proving more than a handful for the Wollaton defence, terrorising them with his pace and skill.&nbsp; After carving a number of chances himself it was only fitting that he provided the assist for the opening goal.&nbsp; Following a quick throw in on the left, Troy picked the ball up and delivered a beautiful cross to the back post as Jon (I've suddenly thrown back the years!) Atkin was storming in to produce an unstoppable volley passed the Wollaton keeper, 1-0.&nbsp; Plumtree started to move into the next gear now, winning the second ball in midfield and the defence standing firm against the Wollaton strike force.&nbsp; Troy and Omar continued to prove to be a handful and once again Troy broke clear to square the ball across the goal, only for Omar to blast over with an open net at his beckon. (Apparently was a dodgy bobble??!! Missed that one!).&nbsp; It wasn't long before a long clearance from CK found it's way once again to the lively Troy and with superb control and awareness he lobbed the keeper from 20 yards, 2-0 and half time.<br />&nbsp;<br />The second half started with Wollaton making a few changes to try and mix things up but our midfield and defence continued to match them with everything they had to throw at us.&nbsp; It started to turn into a bit of a scrappy affair with Wollaton attempting to foul Troy and Jonny Rowe at every given opportunity.&nbsp; Jonny got his own back though following a neat passing move with Duncan through the midfield, he eventually unleashed a cracking 25 yard strike which flew into the back of the net, 3-0.&nbsp; Wollaton made a last ditch attempt for a come back by bringing their keeper into the centre of midfield, and in fairness he did well hitting the bar from about 30 yards.&nbsp; Troy rounded off the victory with a trade mark run at the defence and a cool finish into the top corner, 4-0.&nbsp; Before the day was over, Roscoe popped up with a superb save with his face to once again keep a clean sheet.&nbsp; Fantastic for him to be in the right position having so little to do throughout the game.<br />&nbsp;<br />It was evident from the side lines and listening to what the other team was saying that we are getting teams rattled boys.&nbsp; Wollaton although in good form really met their match today.&nbsp; Even though we had to make some changes, each and everyman continued to perform at a high level and was great to watch.<br />&nbsp;<br />Man of the match for me was a joint one of Troy and Leigh. Both were superb in the jobs they had to do on the day.&nbsp; Well done boys, another great result.&nbsp; Beers Friday????!!!!