CFY suffer heavy defeat to Locksheath

CHANDLERS FORD 1-7 LOCKSHEATH
02.09.06 – FRIENDLY

TEAM: Karthik Basker, Robbie Hurst, David Phillips (c), David Bromhead, Liam Godfrey, David Harris, Ryan Dennis, Michael Wall, Ryan Chinn, Thorsten Tramishcus, Jozef Montigue

SUBS: Ahmed Sfagsi, Tom Pope, Gavin Hawkins, Aiden Chandler, Miles Hodge

After a late cancellation from Stoneham Park, Locksheath Lions, champions of the B League last year, agreed to play us at short notice.

For 30 minutes, Chandlers Ford were more than a match for the newly promoted side. They held their own at the back against a side that played good passing football.

In the opening moments of the game, CFY could have taken the lead through Michael Wall who had a go from 20 yards but his effort flew wide of goal.

Robbie Hurst and David Phillips marshalled the defence very well and some good saves from Karthik Basker ensured the scores remained level - for the time being at least.

One moment of lost concentration caused Chandlers Ford to concede the opening goal of the game as Liam Godfrey got turned on the right wing before the ball being whipped into the box and then a firm header flying into the corner leaving Basker no chance.

On the stroke of half time, the visitors won a corner which CFY failed to deal with and as a result this cost them as they conceded a second goal in the space of a couple of minutes.

HALF TIME – CFY 0-2 Locksheath

Having made a number of changes at the break, CFY looked more vulnerable at the back, leading to an onslaught from the Lions.

A combination of pace, quick and accurate passing, and lethal finishing led to Chandlers Ford not being able to cope defensively. A further five goals went Locksheath's way although if it were not for the brilliant Karthik Basker, the scoreline would have looked an awful lot worse and probably would have been in double figures.

Chandlers Ford did grab a consolation through Thorsten Tramishchus with a lovely headed goal. David Harris swung in an inch perfect free kick from the right that was confidently despatched into the back of the net with a glancing header from new signing Tramishcus.

Thorsten went on to win the man of the match award for a good display all round display up front, which he capped with a goal but not only did he score he brought others into play and led the line well alongside Jozef Montigue.

It was slightly disappointing to concede so many soft goals in the second half after playing so well in the first 35 minutes of the game. However there were some good performances against a strong A division team.

Lets make sure we bounce back with a win on Thursday as we continue our preparation for the new season, which kicks off against College Youth in the league cup a week today.

FULL TIME – CFY 1-7 Locksheath