Cheadle & Gatley Junior U1 vs Reddish Villa Reds
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01 November 2025 · East Manchester Junior Football League ( Charter Standard League )<br>U10's Div 4
Away league match played on 01 November 2025.
Kicked off at 11:30 AM
3-4
vs Cheadle & Gatley Junior U10 Lightning
Away league match
On 1st November 2025, Reddish Villa Reds travelled to Hough End 3G to face Cheadle & Gatley Junior U10 Lightning in a tightly contested league away match. Kick-off was at 11:30am for this 7-a-side encounter, which ultimately ended in a thrilling 4-3 victory for the Reds after 40 minutes of play plus added time.
Reddish Villa Reds lined up in a 2-3-1 formation, a setup designed to balance defensive solidity with midfield control and a lone striker leading the attack. The two defenders were tasked with protecting the backline and supporting the midfield trio, who would be expected to dominate possession and supply the forward. The single striker’s role was to capitalise on chances created and apply pressure on the opposition defence. Unfortunately, no details of the individual players starting the match or substitutes were provided.
The first half was a pulsating affair, with both sides showing attacking intent. The match reached the halfway point at 20 minutes, marking half-time in this 40-minute game. By this stage, the teams had exchanged blows, setting the tone for a competitive second half.
The second half saw Reddish Villa Reds maintain their intensity and edge the contest by a single goal margin. The final scoreline of 4-3 reflects a match where both teams found the net multiple times, indicating a lively and open game with plenty of goalmouth action.
Roman Ryan and George Matkin were singled out as players of the match, suggesting their significant contributions either in defence, midfield, or attack helped secure the narrow victory for Reddish Villa Reds. Their performances evidently stood out in a game where every goal counted.
In summary, Reddish Villa Reds’ tactical approach and key individual performances enabled them to overcome a spirited Cheadle & Gatley Junior U10 Lightning side in a closely fought 7-a-side league encounter at Hough End 3G. The Reds will take confidence from this hard-fought win as they continue their campaign.