Sunday Ravens Secure 3-1 Win Over Mowbray Rangers U9 Lions

On Sunday 9 November 2025, Sunday Ravens hosted Mowbray Rangers U9 Lions at Newbridge High School #2 in a 7-a-side league match kicking off promptly at 9:00am. The Ravens emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline after a competitive 50-minute encounter, including added time.

Sunday Ravens lined up in a 2-1-3 formation, deploying two central defenders, a central midfielder, and a trio of forwards across the left, centre, and right. Jedd Garrett took his place between the sticks as goalkeeper, while Jake Whiteman and Nicholas Czwartosz formed the defensive backbone. Alex Smigiel operated in midfield, tasked with linking defence and attack. Up front, Finley Brothwell played as left forward, Rueben Allured-Rowley led the line as striker, and Hugo Evans occupied the right forward position. Eric Shaw was named among the substitutes.

The match began with early promise for the Ravens as Nicholas Czwartosz delivered a key pass in the fourth minute, setting the tone for their attacking intent. Just three minutes later, the deadlock was broken when Alex Smigiel provided a precise assist for Rueben Allured-Rowley to slot home the opening goal, giving Sunday Ravens an early advantage.

Shortly after, Czwartosz attempted a shot on goal in the seventh minute, closely followed by an effort from Brothwell a minute later, signalling the team’s eagerness to extend their lead. Defensively, Czwartosz was alert, blocking an opposition attempt in the tenth minute, demonstrating his importance at the back.

Czwartosz continued to press forward with another attempt on goal in the 13th minute, before goalkeeper Jedd Garrett made a crucial save a minute later to keep the lead intact. The first substitution came in the 15th minute when Eric Shaw replaced Czwartosz, adding fresh legs to the defence.

Alex Smigiel intercepted a dangerous pass in the 16th minute and immediately followed up with an attempt on goal, supported by Brothwell’s simultaneous effort, showing the midfield and forward lines working in tandem. Jake Whiteman also contributed defensively with an interception in the 18th minute, maintaining the team’s solidity.

In the 22nd minute, Czwartosz returned to the field, replacing Smigiel, who had been industrious in midfield. Eric Shaw continued his defensive duties with a vital block in the 24th minute, preventing a clear chance for the visitors.

The half closed with a series of goalkeeping saves from Garrett between the 26th and 27th minutes, underscoring his reliability. At the same time, tactical changes saw Alex Smigiel come back on for Hugo Evans in the 26th minute, adjusting the attacking shape.

Jake Whiteman remained a defensive stalwart, blocking another attempt in the 28th minute, while Shaw added yet another block a minute later. The second substitution for the Ravens saw Hugo Evans return to the pitch in place of Czwartosz at the 29th minute mark.

Garrett’s goalkeeping heroics continued with a save in the 30th minute, keeping the team in control. The attacking efforts resumed with attempts from Smigiel and Brothwell around the 31st and 32nd minutes, with Shaw intercepting once more to disrupt the opposition’s rhythm.

In the 35th minute, Whiteman assisted Allured-Rowley for the striker’s second goal of the match, doubling the lead. Whiteman’s defensive work was again evident as he made another crucial intervention immediately after. However, Mowbray Rangers U9 Lions responded swiftly with a goal of their own in the 36th minute, reducing the deficit and injecting renewed urgency into the contest.

The closing stages saw Evans testing the opposition goal with attempts in the 40th and 42nd minutes, while Smigiel also fired off shots in the 42nd, 43rd, and 44th minutes. Czwartosz returned to the fray in the 41st minute, replacing Brothwell, and contributed defensively with a block in the 43rd minute.

As the match neared its conclusion, Evans continued to press forward with an attempt in the 46th minute. Garrett remained alert, clearing a dangerous ball in the 47th minute to maintain the clean sheet for the second half.

The decisive moment came in the 48th minute when Allured-Rowley converted a penalty, securing his hat-trick and effectively sealing the victory for Sunday Ravens. The striker then had another attempt on goal in the 50th minute, rounding off a commanding individual performance.

Sunday Ravens’ victory was built on a solid defensive foundation, with Jake Whiteman, Eric Shaw, and Nicholas Czwartosz all standing out for their resolute defending and timely interventions. The midfield and forward lines combined well, with Alex Smigiel’s creativity and Rueben Allured-Rowley’s clinical finishing proving decisive.

This result keeps Sunday Ravens in strong form as they continue their league campaign, demonstrating a balanced team effort and effective use of their 2-1-3 formation in a competitive 7-a-side fixture.