BWFC +63 3 v 1 BWFC LADIES
Sunday 6th September 2020.
This was a game between two of our most popular groups and proved to be an excellent encounter that embroiled all of the values that drive our wonderful game.
Two well matched teams played out a truly competitive contest, both displaying high levels of endeavor, skill and great determination. The togetherness of each team was demonstrated by the way each player encouraged and supported their teammates. This was a great tribute to all of the individuals involved.
Birmingham Ladies Walking Footballers started strongly and moved the ball quickly and accurately around the pitch. Although, that said, the Men's team created several good chances that were either wasted or dealt with comfortably by Tracey in the Ladies goal. The first quarter of the match saw the Ladies team as the dominant force. They could and probably should have taken an early lead but their efforts were thwarted by a strong Men's backline marshalled superbly by Roger and Martin.
As the Ladies team’s efforts were quelled the Men's team gained control of the midfield battle and they began their own period of control. It was during this spell that Paul opened the scoring with a fine shot into the bottom corner of the net. Several other chances came (and went!) before, and against the run of play, an equaliser was smashed into the roof of the net by Kelly. This was a fine strike.
1-1 at half-time was probably a fair reflection of the play.