Match 05
2nd October 2016
Larkhall (away)
MATCH REPORT
Larkhall Athletic 2 - 1 Exeter City.
A sunny Sunday afternoon in Bath was the setting for a 2-1 away defeat for Exeter City.
City started the game brightly and some great combination play by Molly Booth and Kate Finch showed cracks in the Larkhall Athletic defence whom have only conceded 4 goals all season.
Some great forward running from Phoebe Licence and Karolayne Alencar forced the Larkhall defence to sit back and take notice of Exeter's attacking flair.
City were disciplined and composed when defending the threat of an attack and space was limited meaning the majority of possession was shared between Larkhall's defence.
The first goal of the game was a classic route one play. Larkhall's goalkeeper hooked the ball past the Exeter City defence where the striker latched on and finished smartly past Nicky Lipscombe.
City didn't let the goal dampen their spirits and they were on the attack straight after with Manfy Sharpe in the centre of midfield being clever in possession laying on through balls for City to capitalise on.
Just before the half time whistle blew, Karolayne Alencar shot sweetly into the top right of the Larkhall goal allowing City to go into the break back on level terms.
City continued to show composure after half time and created numerous opportunites however to failed to capitalise.
Larkhall Athletic changed their shape and as a result City's defence was starting to be stretched. Kayane Alencar replaced Molly Booth and Lucie Waddon replaced Courtney Butt. City continued to be disciplined when defending and Larkhall attacks continued to be broken down in the central areas of the pitch.
With minutes to spare, the referee awarded Larkhall a penalty kick for a strong challenge which was duly slotted home past Lipscombe who had a fine game.
Manager Adam Grove said "I was pleased by our performance throughout the game today. We showed fantastic defensive cohesion and worked brilliantly together as units to limit Larkhall's opportunities. We showed attacking flair that's come naturally through an improvement of chemistry and we soaked up the pressure brilliantly when we defended. It's a shame to lose the game on a penalty however that's the bitter truth if we fail to capitalise on good possession of the ball. I continue to be proud of my players not only for their performances on the field but their commitment to the cause off the field. I believe we've finally found our feet in this division and once we start getting positive results, we won't be stopped. All we need is a good run of form and we'll be flying."
Larkhall Athletic 2 - 1 Exeter City.
A sunny Sunday afternoon in Bath was the setting for a 2-1 away defeat for Exeter City.
City started the game brightly and some great combination play by Molly Booth and Kate Finch showed cracks in the Larkhall Athletic defence whom have only conceded 4 goals all season.
Some great forward running from Phoebe Licence and Karolayne Alencar forced the Larkhall defence to sit back and take notice of Exeter's attacking flair.
City were disciplined and composed when defending the threat of an attack and space was limited meaning the majority of possession was shared between Larkhall's defence.
The first goal of the game was a classic route one play. Larkhall's goalkeeper hooked the ball past the Exeter City defence where the striker latched on and finished smartly past Nicky Lipscombe.
City didn't let the goal dampen their spirits and they were on the attack straight after with Manfy Sharpe in the centre of midfield being clever in possession laying on through balls for City to capitalise on.
Just before the half time whistle blew, Karolayne Alencar shot sweetly into the top right of the Larkhall goal allowing City to go into the break back on level terms.
City continued to show composure after half time and created numerous opportunites however to failed to capitalise.
Larkhall Athletic changed their shape and as a result City's defence was starting to be stretched. Kayane Alencar replaced Molly Booth and Lucie Waddon replaced Courtney Butt. City continued to be disciplined when defending and Larkhall attacks continued to be broken down in the central areas of the pitch.
With minutes to spare, the referee awarded Larkhall a penalty kick for a strong challenge which was duly slotted home past Lipscombe who had a fine game.
Manager Adam Grove said "I was pleased by our performance throughout the game today. We showed fantastic defensive cohesion and worked brilliantly together as units to limit Larkhall's opportunities. We showed attacking flair that's come naturally through an improvement of chemistry and we soaked up the pressure brilliantly when we defended. It's a shame to lose the game on a penalty however that's the bitter truth if we fail to capitalise on good possession of the ball. I continue to be proud of my players not only for their performances on the field but their commitment to the cause off the field. I believe we've finally found our feet in this division and once we start getting positive results, we won't be stopped. All we need is a good run of form and we'll be flying."
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