Worthing United Youth Edge Dynamo In Thrilling U13 Clash

Worthing Dynamo U13 Black travelled to Hill Barn Recreation Ground on 14 December 2025 for a 10:00am kick-off against local rivals Worthing United Youth U13 Colts in a league away fixture. The match ended in a narrow 3-2 victory for Worthing United Youth after a pulsating 70 minutes of football plus added time, with both sides showing attacking intent and defensive resilience.

Worthing Dynamo lined up in a classic 4-4-2 formation, aiming to balance defensive solidity with attacking width. Archie Parker-Muckle took his place between the sticks as goalkeeper. The back four consisted of Toby Rennie at right back, central defenders Toby Killick and Ellis Williams, and Bailey Freshwater on the left. In midfield, Teddy Gill operated on the right wing, Leo Whyatt and Isaish Hatton held the central midfield roles, while Rudy Clark provided width on the left. Up front, the strike partnership featured Theo Phillips on the right and Harrison Flanagan on the left. The substitutes named were Dexter Courtnadge, Sami Dalaman and Woody Mason.

From the outset, the game promised to be an open contest. Worthing Dynamo struck first in the 10th minute when Theo Phillips found the net from inside the box, demonstrating sharp movement and composure to give his side an early lead. However, their advantage was short-lived as Worthing United Youth responded immediately, levelling the score just a minute later with a swift counterattack that caught the Dynamo defence off guard.

The match settled into a competitive rhythm with both teams probing for openings. Worthing Dynamo regained the lead in the 27th minute through Harrison Flanagan, who was expertly set up by Teddy Gill’s precise assist. Flanagan’s finish was clinical, showcasing good link-up play and sharp instincts in the final third.

As half time Dynamo made a double substitution, bringing on Dexter Courtnadge for Rudy Clark and Sami Dalaman replacing Ellis Williams. This tactical adjustment aimed to refresh the midfield and defensive lines. The half concluded with the score at 2-1 in favour of Worthing Dynamo.

The second half began with an immediate response from Worthing United Youth, who equalised within the first minute after the restart, signalling their intent to fight back. Dynamo reacted swiftly with further changes: Ellis Williams returned to the pitch replacing Toby Killick, and Woody Mason came on for Teddy Gill. Shortly after, at the 52nd minute, Toby Killick was reintroduced in place of Ellis Williams, indicating a tactical shuffle in defence.

Despite these efforts, Worthing United Youth struck again in the 55th minute to take the lead for the first time in the match. Their persistence and clinical finishing proved decisive in the closing stages. Worthing Dynamo pressed for an equaliser but were unable to break down a resolute opposition defence.

Throughout the match, Toby Rennie stood out with his defensive prowess and tireless work rate on the right flank, earning him the player of the match accolade. His contributions were vital in both thwarting attacks and supporting forward play.

In a tightly contested encounter, Worthing United Youth U13 Colts edged out Worthing Dynamo U13 Black 3-2 at Hill Barn Recreation Ground, leaving Dynamo to reflect on missed opportunities and the fine margins that decided this local derby.