Washington FC Wildcats Secure 2-0 Win Over Felling Magpies Youths

On Saturday 8 November 2025, Washington FC Wildcats hosted Felling Magpies Youths Girls U16s at the Northern Area Playing Fields, with kick-off at 10:00am in a league fixture. The Wildcats emerged victorious with a 2-0 win in this 11-a-side contest played over 80 minutes plus added time. The home side’s clinical finishing and tactical flexibility proved decisive against their visitors.

Washington FC Wildcats lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, deploying Olivia in goal to marshal the defence. The back four consisted of Mya at right defender, Katie and Emily as central defenders, and Angel on the left. Kayla operated as the holding central midfielder, shielding the defence and linking play. Ahead of her, the midfield quartet featured Layla on the right wing, Keira and Ella centrally as attacking midfielders, and Niamh on the left flank. Charlotte led the line as the lone striker, expected to be the focal point of attacks. The substitutes bench included Ruby, Sienna, Molly, Paige, and Sophia, ready to impact the game as needed.

The match saw early tactical changes with two substitutions made as early as the 19th minute. Ruby replaced Layla on the right wing, while Sienna came on for Angel at left back, signalling a shift in personnel to maintain intensity and balance. The breakthrough came in the 27th minute when Charlotte capitalised on a long pass from Ella, finishing inside the box with her right foot to open the scoring. Ella’s vision and delivery were instrumental in unlocking the opposition’s defence.

Washington FC Wildcats doubled their advantage before half-time, with Ruby scoring a stunning long-range strike in the 39th minute, again assisted by Ella’s precise long pass. This goal showcased Ruby’s shooting prowess and Ella’s creative influence in midfield. The half ended with the Wildcats firmly in control at 2-0.

At the interval, the Wildcats made a triple substitution to refresh the side. Molly replaced Charlotte up front, Paige took over from Mya at right back, and Sophia came on for holding midfielder Kayla. These changes aimed to maintain defensive solidity and attacking threat while managing player fatigue.

The second half saw further tactical adjustments. Layla returned to the right wing in the 62nd minute, replacing central defender Katie, while Kayla was reintroduced in place of left attacking midfielder Niamh a minute later. This indicated a reshuffle to inject energy and creativity into midfield and attack. Later, Angel was brought back into the defence for Paige in the 70th minute, restoring the left-back position. Charlotte also returned to lead the line again, replacing Molly two minutes later, while Mya resumed her right defensive duties, coming on for Keira.

Throughout the match, Washington FC Wildcats demonstrated tactical discipline and effective use of substitutions to maintain their advantage. Ella’s role as the creative hub was pivotal, providing both assists for the goals and linking play between midfield and attack. Charlotte’s clinical finishing and Ruby’s spectacular long-range effort were the highlights of the scoring.

Mya’s performance at right back earned her the player of the match accolade, reflecting her defensive solidity and contribution to the team’s overall success. The Wildcats’ ability to adapt formation and personnel throughout the game ensured they controlled proceedings and secured a deserved 2-0 victory over Felling Magpies Youths Girls U16s.