[FM23] Another Island Life - Green Lion Pride - A Guernsey FC Youth Story

[Punch]

 

FEB 2025 - FA Trophy 5th Round - At Maldon & Tiptree FC

 

Match Report

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An epic in Maldon as we had to go to penalties to decide this one.

We got the early goal, one of our two shots on target, before the hosts leveled just after the hour.

They probably played better late in the second half, but our defence held firm to deny them a winner.

In the shootout, our boys held the nerve to slot home all four shots, while Jones came up huge, making two massive saves to break the hearts of the home fans, and send us through.

 

 

 

Quarter Final Draw

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We repeat last years performance of making the Quarter Final, which we will host this year against same tier Whitby.

 

 

Up next...a massive clash in the play off chance for both teams as we travel to 7th place Gosport.

[Punch]

    

 

FEB 2025 - Match Day 33 - At Gosport Borough FC

 

Match Report

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So near yet so far.

We had our chances to win, but a combination of their keeper having a blinder, and Gosport being one of those teams we just can't get it together against, and we come away from this one with zero.

 

 

 

Table

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THe loss, on top of other teams playing their catch up games drops us from 2nd to 4th.

That was a true 6 pointer as Gosport are now only one win away from us.

 

 

Up next...we host 17th place Taunton.

[Pearomaniac]

Look at the island boys, set for promotion. Time to rally the troops eh?  @Punch

[Punch]

8 hours ago, Pearomaniac said:

Look at the island boys, set for promotion. Time to rally the troops eh?  @Punch

Going to be a tough fight to the end I think.

[Punch]

 

FEB 2025

It was a brilliant run to start the month, including advancing in the Trophy, just the blemish at the end of the month at Gosport.

 

The Analyst is still happy with our performances.

 

Nine games to play, looking like a tight finish for the play off spots, while Truro appear to have bolted with the title.

 

Stats

 

Goalkeepers

 

Defenders

 

Midfielders

 

Forwards

 

 

The Press linked me with the vacant Bolton job, and the Board were happy that I wasn't interested.

 

The bank balance continues to fall.

 

A busy month coming up, and a youth intake arriving soon.

[Pharaohs]

Really enjoy following your series and the effort you put in to your posts

Thank you

 

[phnompenhandy]

21 hours ago, Punch said:

 

FEB 2025 - FA Trophy 5th Round - At Maldon & Tiptree FC

 

Match Report

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An epic in Maldon as we had to go to penalties to decide this one.

We got the early goal, one of our two shots on target, before the hosts leveled just after the hour.

They probably played better late in the second half, but our defence held firm to deny them a winner.

In the shootout, our boys held the nerve to slot home all four shots, while Jones came up huge, making two massive saves to break the hearts of the home fans, and send us through.

 

 

 

Quarter Final Draw

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We repeat last years performance of making the Quarter Final, which we will host this year against same tier Whitby.

 

 

Up next...a massive clash in the play off chance for both teams as we travel to 7th place Gosport.

I grew up in Tiptree, went to primary school there. All my classmates ended up in the jam factory!

[Punch]

5 hours ago, Pharaohs said:

Really enjoy following your series and the effort you put in to your posts

Thank you

 

Thank you! Glad to have you along for the ride.

 

14 minutes ago, phnompenhandy said:

I grew up in Tiptree, went to primary school there. All my classmates ended up in the jam factory!

Haha that's awesome.

There is a lot to be said for these lower League's, and all these little towns and villages you end up meeting.

[phnompenhandy]

1 minute ago, Punch said:

There is a lot to be said for these lower League's, and all these little towns and villages you end up meeting.

Absolutely. A part of my saves that I enjoy is doing the research on little villages and their teams that we visit.

[Punch]

    

 

MAR 2025 - Match Day 34 - Vs Taunton Town FC

 

Match Report

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The scoreline I hate the most, and it was a pretty uninspiring match to boot.

We created very little, they created even less.

This was one that got away, and of more concern, is the recent form of Docherty.

He was throwing them in for fun early in the season, now appears he couldn't hit the broad side of a bus with a house brick

 

 

 

Table

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We stay 4th, our only saving grace that Totton and Gosport were both held to draws as well.

 

 

Up next...a tough match as we travel to 3rd place Salisbury.

[Punch]

4 minutes ago, phnompenhandy said:

Absolutely. A part of my saves that I enjoy is doing the research on little villages and their teams that we visit.

I love adding the city and ground background packs to my graphics file so I can see the as well.

[Punch]

    

 

MAR 2025 - Match Day 35 - At Salisbury FC

 

Raymond Mcenhill Stadium - Salisbury

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Following a conversation with @phnompenhandy, I am going to add some more pictures of the towns we visit.

Also something I have seen @Stuniverse adding to his posts.

 

 

Match Report

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A tired performance as we struggled to get anything going.

A single second half goal, for the hosts who were not at their best either, was enough to secure the points.

 

 

 

Table

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Even worse, we were the only teams playing today, due to our FA Trophy match next week, and this result leaves us vulnerable to the sides below us.

 

 

Up next...we host 8th place Maidenhead.

Edited February 14, 2023 by Punch

[Punch]

    

 

MAR 2025 - Match Day 36 - Vs Maidenhead United FC

 

Match Report

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A record crowd for a League match (non-playoff) watched a really tight battle at Footes Lane.

Neither side was able to create much in the way of chances, but just before the hour mark, Docherty was hauled down in the box, with the Ref pointing straight to the spot.

Tyrie made no mistake, sending the keeper the wrong way as he smashed his shot into the bottom corner, and that was enough to secure the points.

 

 

 

Table

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Totton and Gosport also won, so if they win again next weekend when we are on Trophy duty, it will be a three way tie for the last two play off spots, with 6 games to play.

 

 

Up next...FA Trophy Quarter Final time as we play host to Northern Premier League Whitby Town.

[Punch]

 

MAR 2025 - FA Trophy Quarter Final - Vs Whitby Town FC

 

Match Report

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We always seemed in control, but left it late to seal the win, as we march on to the Semi Final for the first time.

A goal just before the break to settle the nerves, followed by a late brace from Allen sent us on our way.

 

 

 

Semi Final Draw

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We travel to Stafford for the Semi Final tie.

There are two tier 7 teams, and two National North teams left in the competition, and thats how the semi finals lined up.

We are the only Southern team left in the competition, and no National League teams remain.

 

 

Up next...back to League action as we host 9th place Chippenham.

[Punch]

    

 

MAR 2025 - Match Day 37 - Vs Chippenham Town FC

 

Match Report

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We dominated the match but struggled to hit the target.

A single first half goal from Tyrie was enough to secure the points.

 

 

 

Table

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A loss for Totton and a win for Gosport, but we still hold 4th place.

 

 

Up next...we travel to 9th place Frome.

[Punch]

    

 

MAR 2025 - Match Day 38 - At Frome Town FC

 

Badgers Hill - Frome Town

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Match Report

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Our forwards finally clicked, with a goal i each half securing the points.

But it was a massive defensive effort to keep the hosts out, keeping a clean sheet as well.

 

 

 

Table

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Truro have secured the title, but with four games to play, there are now 5 teams fighting over the four play off spots.

 

 

Up next...a match that could have an impact on the play off spots as we host 5th place Wimborne.

[Punch]

 

MAR 2025

Seems like a rough start to the month, but incredibly, we only conceded one goal in six games.

 

As a result, the Analyst is exceptionally happy.

 

Four games to play and Truro already have the title wrapped up, but there is a five way fight for the four play off spots.

 

Stats

 

Goalkeepers

 

Defenders

 

Midfielders

 

Forwards

 

A lot of home games this month helped us make a profit on the back of match day revenue.

 

I have completed the first rung of the Continental ladder.

 

Wimborne are also fighting for play off honours, Truro are Champions, so two tough matches in our run home. We also have a Trophy semi final in there.

Monster month to finish the season.

 

[Punch]

 

MAR 2025 - Youth Intake

 

The class of 2025 arrives, and the prospects are very exciting.

 

The star ratings can always be a bit hit and miss, but there is a massive amount of potential amongst this group.

 

An exciting attribute ratings list as well, as we have 5 players already rating above 40.

Again, so much potential, a very exciting group.

 

A diverse bunch this year as we have as many as 10 players with dual citizenship.

This year we welcome our first players from Zimbabwe, Spain, Finland, Burundi, and Nigeria, as well as more from England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland.

 

The Best 5

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If he reaches his potential, he will be a menace in the defensive line.

 

An AM(C) with decent pace, and if we can get some of those other numbers to reach their potential, another very exciting prospect for the forward line.

 

Another really solid looking defender, with the potential to be a monster for opposition forwards.

 

A player not blessed with standout features in any area, but massive potential, and a fantastic name to boot.

 

We've been a bit thin in the M(C) position, so this one is a really exciting prospect. Already some good numbers, but if we can raise some of these to potential, he is a superstar in the making.

 

 

 

Overall, I am very happy with this intake. The potential of a lot of these kids to make the first team is very exciting.

With the last of the original players leaving the club at the end of this season, there will be plenty of chances for them to make a mark as well.

[Punch]

 

APR 2025 - Match Day 39 - Vs Wimborne Town FC

 

Match Report

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A stunning result as The Magpies are blown off the park at Footes Lane.

Another League (non-playoff) record crowd piled into the Lane to watch us run riot in the first half, going to the break 3-0 up.

A brace for Allen, a stunning free kick from Jaenicke, and a brilliant defensive performance against a fellow play off hopeful, makes for a very happy Manager.

 

 

 

Table

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We jump to 2nd, but we were the only game that played, as everyone else will be playing when we are playing our FA Trophy semi final.

 

 

Up next...we are off to Stafford for the FA Trophy Semi Final, a shot at Wembley on the line.

[Punch]

 

APR 2025 - FA Trophy Semi Final - At Stafford Rangers

 

Marston Road - Stafford

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Match Report

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There will be no trip to London for us this year as we go down in a tough won, losing the penalty shoot out.

We scored early, but had to come from behind to force the shoot out.

One miss sent us out, and Jones was unable to repeat his previous heroics.

Disappointing result, but a great effort to make it this far.

 

 

 

Up next...back to League action as we travel to 20th place Tiverton.

[Hootieleece]

Tough Loss!

 

[Punch]

1 hour ago, Hootieleece said:

Tough Loss!

 

Yeah, incredible run though. Although we unfortunately didn't get the decent pay day like our Notts Co trip last season. All the National League teams got knocked out too early

Edited February 16, 2023 by Punch

[Punch]

    

 

APR 2025 - Match Day 40 - At Tiverton Town FC

 

Ladysmead - Tiverton

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Match Report

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We put on a clinic as the attacking unit really clicked into gear and ran riot over the relegation bound Tivvy.

A brace for Kirkpatrick, before Docherty came off the bench to score his own double to complete the rout.

 

 

 

Table

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Five wins on the bounce has us in 3rd place, and within reach of a play off spot, with two games to play.

 

 

Up next...the toughest test of our run home as we host Champions Truro in the penultimate game of the season.

[Punch]

    

 

APR 2025 - Match Day 41 - Vs Truro City FC

 

Match Report

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Another League (non-play-off) ground record as over 1,100 piled into Footes Lane to be treated to an epic against the Champions.

A single first half goal to the visitors was all that separated the teams in the end, as solid defensive performances limited both teams chances.

 

 

 

Table

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Despite the loss, we secure a play off spot for the first time as Wimborne were beaten as well, meaning we can't finish any lower then 5th, but we can still finish as high as 2nd.

 

Either way it will be our highest ever finish.

 

 

Up next...the final regular season match as we head to 16th place Hendon.

[Punch]

 

APR 2025 - Match Day 42 - At Hendon AFC

 

Silver Jubilee Park - Hendon

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Match Report

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This one hurts as we fought hard to get back into the match, only to lose it in the final seconds.

We struggled to make in roads after conceding in the first half, but looked like we had done enough to share the points when Kirkpatrick score just before the 90.

But with the last play of the game, the hosts swung in a corner that we failed to deal with, and their player rose highest to head home to hand us a heart breaking defeat.

 

 

 

Table

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After wining 5 in a row, we lose our last two to land in 5th spot at the end of the regular season.

 

 

Up next...we're into the play offs for the firs time, but who will we face.

[Punch]

 

APR 2025 - Play Off Semi Final Draw

A tough draw as on 2 days rest, we have to travel to Salisbury to take on the team that finished 2nd.

 

The hosts will go into the match as favourites, holding a slight advantage in the head to head.

 

The winner will face Gosport or Totton in the Play Off Final for a place in the National North/South.

 

 

[Punch]

    

 

APR 2025 - Play Off Semi Final - At Salisbury FC

 

Raymond Mcenhil Stadium - Salisbury

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Match Report

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Just like that, our season comes to an end.

We didn't play well, but the hosts we just too strong, with a goal in each half enough to seal the deal.

While it was a disappointing result, we can be proud of our efforts this season. Predicted dead last and to be relegated, we make the play offs for the first time.

 

 

 

Up next...time to review the season that was.

 

 

Edited February 16, 2023 by Punch

[Pearomaniac]

3 hours ago, Punch said:

    

 

APR 2025 - Play Off Semi Final - At Salisbury FC

 

Raymond Mcenhil Stadium - Salisbury

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Just like that, our season comes to an end.

We didn't play well, but the hosts we just too strong, with a goal in each half enough to seal the deal.

While it was a disappointing result, we can be proud of our efforts this season. Predicted dead last and to be relegated, we make the play offs for the first time.

 

 

 

Up next...time to review the season that was.

 

 

Nice aerial photos of a stadium, seems like a sweet place. Shame u lost brother, better luck next time.

[Punch]

4 hours ago, Pearomaniac said:

Nice aerial photos of a stadium, seems like a sweet place. Shame u lost brother, better luck next time.

Not bad for a team predicted dead last by some distance. To make the play offs is a huge achievement.

[Punch]

 

2024-2025 Season Review

[Punch]

 

2024-2025 Season Review - Stats

 

Goalkeepers

Just the one keeper used this season, and while his numbers were impressive, he is not assured of being the starting number one come next season.

Class of 24 keeper Jeton Sejdini has been killing it in the 18s this season, and there has been a push from the coaching team to get him in the first team squad.

 

Defenders

While Hickinson has been the obvious standout, the entire defensive rotation have put up some great numbers this season.

If we can continue that same improvement next season, we will be a very tough defensive unit.

Worth noting that only Guernsey Academy players are left in the back line now.

 

Midfielders

Salmon really came into his own this season and with the soon departure of the originals, he will be looked to as the midfield leader.

I really pushed Weir, especially late in the season, and he really stepped up. His partnership with Salmon will be vital to our chances next season.

 

Forwards

With the impending retirement of Allen, Docherty and Kirkpatrick look to be the provider of the majority of our goals.

Plenty to like from a lot of the players this season, and we will be looking for the rotation to continue that improvement next season.

 

 

 

[Punch]

 

2024-2025 Season Review - Attributes

 

The fun time of year where we get to check out how the players attributes averages compare to last season.

 

Goalkeepers

Even though there has been improvement from Jones, this shows why Sejdini is so highly rated by our coaching staff.

The friendlies will have a huge say in who starts the season as number 1.

 

Defenders

Some really good improvement hear with four really solid defenders, and a good core of backups for rotation.

 

Midfielders

A mixed bag here, as Salmon shows massive improvement, while Weir showed great stats, his attributes actually regressed slightly.

Abrahams also had good improvement while out on loan, and will be pushing for more game time next season.

 

Forwards

Massive improvement from Kirkpatrick, who we will look to with the retirement of Ross Allen.

Some steady improvements here, with plenty of options in the rotation.

 

Best Squad

 

 

Our average age next season will be just 17 years old, and while our average rating dipped a little, it remains just above to 40 mark.

 

So this is now a Guernsey Academy only squad, as all the originals when I started have moved on or retired.

Plenty of options, and plenty of reasons to be excited about the future.

[Punch]

 

JUN 2025 - Off Season things

The final originals have now departed the club. Form now on we will live and die by our Academy players only.

 

Leading the club in all time appearance, and goals, Ross Allen retired from playing...only to immediately sign a new contract...

 

A massive amount of experience, and we will still be able to benefit from it, as he joins the coaching team for our kids.

I am not sure I can think of a better outcome than to keep him around the club.

 

He is actually the second former player I have signed, as Carlos Canha, attacking midfielder who was player of the season when we were promoted from the Regional First Division, also joined the club as a scout.

I like the Idea of keeping former players around in some capacity, if they want to stay on the island.

 

We kick off the season at home to Basingstoke.

 

After making the play offs, the Board have still not moved the expectation needle, wanting nothing more than to attempt to avoid relegation, while being competitive in the Cups.

 

Well we are not last, but the Bookies still have as one of the favourites for relegation.

 

Friendly season begins with a game against ourselves, before our usual yearly fixtures against Bristol and IoM.

We then move on to some tough fixtures to get minutes in legs before the season proper kicks off.

[Punch]

 

JUL 2025 - Friendly Season

 

Some impressive results through the friendlies.

Apparently both defences forgot there was a game on when we played the 18s, before we played well, but went down to League One Bristol.

A thumping win over Isle of Man, before holding National South H&W to a draw.

A shock result as we beat League Two Newport, although it was not anywhere near their strongest team, before we rounded out with a scoreless draw against another National South team, Bath.

Some strong performances against teams in higher divisions provides us a positive outlook for the season to come.

 

Early season ticket sales are strong again, wiping out our entire debt before the season starts.

 

A massive month to kick off the season as we face seven games in three weeks.

 

COME ON YOU LIONS!!!!

Lets go!

Edited February 18, 2023 by Punch

[Jtomsett11]

Good luck! What's your personal aim for the season? Play offs again? 

[Punch]

23 minutes ago, Jtomsett11 said:

Good luck! What's your personal aim for the season? Play offs again? 

Honestly not sure yet, I would have said play offs at the very least, if not pushing for higher, but there are some tough teams in this League, and Hayes & Yeading just got relegated from National South, and they are going to be very tough to beat.

Also, this will be our first season of Academy only players, so it will be interesting to see how we adjust to that as well.

I guess the first aim will be to survive this insane first month schedule

[Punch]

    

 

AUG 2025 - Match Day 1 - Vs Baskingstoke Town FC

 

Match Report

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Well that is some way to make a statement. A blistering start to the season as The Dragons are slayed at Footes Lane.

Four different scorers rack up five goals, and while we couldn't keep the clean sheet, it was a pretty solid defensive performance.

 

Sedjini won the battle for the number 1 shirt to start the season, and put in a solid shift on debut.

 

 

 

Table

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Top of the League...

But only on goal difference.

 

 

Up next...a two day turn around and we are off to Hungerford.

[Punch]

    

 

AUG 2025 - Match Day 2 - At Hungerford Town FC

 

Bulpit Lane - Hungerford

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Match Report

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Well if anyone was wondering how we would cope with the retirement and release of the remaining original players, the answer has been blistering, so far at least.

A quarter hour burst smashed home three goals, as the forward four run amok , creating havoc amongst the Hungerford defensive line.

While our own defensive line was solid enough to limit the hosts to just one shot on target, on the way to keeping a clean sheet.

 

 

 

Table

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We still sit top on goal difference, but after two games, just three teams remain perfect.

 

 

Up next...a massive three days rest as we head back to Footes Lane to host 7th place Bedford.

[Punch]

    

 

AUG 2025 - Match Day 3 - Vs Bedford Town FC

 

Match Report

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Probably our worst performance of the season so far, but we done enough to collect the points.

We were shooting wildly in the first half, only one going in. The crowd eating a pie behind the goal were in more danger than the scoreboard.

We pulled it together in the second half, racking up two more goals, before they scored a consolation.

 

The first of the Class of 25 make their debut, as we manage some early season fatigue rotaion.

 

 

 

Table

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Flying under the radar no longer...just flying.

We are the only perfect team left after three games, rattling up 11 goals in the process.

 

 

Up next...another quick turnaround as we are on the road to 6th place Bracknell.

[Hootieleece]

11 hours ago, Punch said:

A massive month to kick off the season as we face seven games in three weeks.

That isn't bad that looks like my usual Preseason, 8 matches. Away matches on Tuesdays or Wednesdays against lesser opponents and Bigger Opponents at home on Saturdays.

Starters start all Saturday Matches and play about 60 minutes. Team is fully subbed for remaining minutes.

Backups start all Midweek matches and play 60 minutes. 

It makes for a team that is ready to go for Regular Season.

I could see how it would be a problem if I HAD to play regulars every match possible.

 

[Punch]

1 hour ago, Hootieleece said:

That isn't bad that looks like my usual Preseason, 8 matches. Away matches on Tuesdays or Wednesdays against lesser opponents and Bigger Opponents at home on Saturdays.

Starters start all Saturday Matches and play about 60 minutes. Team is fully subbed for remaining minutes.

Backups start all Midweek matches and play 60 minutes. 

It makes for a team that is ready to go for Regular Season.

I could see how it would be a problem if I HAD to play regulars every match possible.

 

You generally see a schedule like that in December/January in the Premier League.

In this League though, they seem to love smashing you with games to start the season.

 

[Stuniverse]

Great start to the season, @Punch

[Punch]

 

 

AUG 2025 - Match Day 4 - At Bracknell Town FC

 

Bottom Meadow

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Match Report

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Our perfect start to the season comes to an end with a tough away draw against The Robins.

A first half brace from Kirkpatrick had us off to a flyer, but we couldn't convert a lot of the chances we created, which came back to bite us.

The hosts scoring two late goals to earn a share of the points.

 

 

 

Table

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We stay top for now as a lot of the teams near us also drew.

 

 

Up next...another quick turn around as we have two days until we host 15th place Slough at Footes Lane.

[Punch]

    

 

AUG 2025 - Match Day 5 - Vs Slough Town FC

 

Match Report

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Our attacking unit put on a clinic at The Rebels were shown no mercy at the Lane.

A season high home crowd were treated to a first half hat-trick from Docherty, before Cotterill added the cherry on top in the second half to complete a dominant performance.

 

Another of the Class of 25 gets minutes off the bench as we deal with some early season fatigue issues.

 

 

 

Table

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Five unbeaten to start the season and we stay top.

 

 

 

Up next...another short turn around and then we travel to 19th place Maidenhead.

[Punch]

 

FA Cup - 1st Qualifying Round Draw

Our FA Cup campaign kicks off next month, and we will host Bamber Bridge in the 1st Qualifying Round.

We will be attempting to go one better this year, and make the 1st Round proper, after falling at the 4th Qualifying Round stage three years running.

[Punch]

    

 

AUG 2025 - Match Day 6 - At Maidenhead United FC

 

York Road

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Match Report

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A dominant performance as we roll over the top of The Magpies.

Solid performances at both end of the park, as we keep a clean sheet as well, limiting their attack.

 

 

 

Table

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We continue to hold 1st place, but the juggernaut that will be Hayes & Yeading has started to get on a roll.

 

 

Up next...we host 10th place Beaconsfield.

[Punch]

    

 

AUG 2025 - Match Day 7 - Vs Beaconsfield Town FC

 

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A massive crowd piled into Footes Lane to watch us run riot over The Rams. Over 1,000 is just huge support for this level.

They were treated to an impressive performance, with a brace in each half as we stormed away to a 4-0 win.

An impressive defensive performance as well, as we almost completely shut down their offence, allowing only one shot on target.

 

The continued need for rotation has allowed for another of the Class of 25 to debut, and he put in a solid shift at the back.

 

 

 

Table

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An amazing start to the season as we maintain first place.

 

 

Up next...we host 7th place Cirencester.

[Punch]

 

AUG 2025

That's some start to the season as we go 7 games undefeated, making a mockery of our predicted relegation so far.

 

Those are some pretty impressive numbers shown by the Analyst, confirming our brilliant start to the season.

 

We hold first place, but Hayes & Yeading are going to be tough to beat. They started slowly drawing their opening two games, but have been on a tear ever since.

 

Stats

 

Goalkeepers

Sejdini has been in great form to start the season, justifying his choice as number 1.

However, he will miss our next few games, as his form has been so good, he's been called up for Albania U21s, so it will come in very handy to have Jones step straight into goals.

 

Defenders

The number of games has resulted in plenty of players getting time here, with the numbers being put up very pleasing as well.

 

Midfielders

The midfield has been really dominant since since the departures of the originals.

 

Forwards

Kirkpatrick and Docherty have well and truly stepped out of the huge shadow cast by Ross Allen.

 

 

The crowds and match day income have helped limit the damage to the bank balance so far.

 

An enormous level of support at this level.

 

A big month coming up, with the FA Cup kicking off, and a monster clash away to Hayes & Yeading.

[Punch]

    

 

SEP 2025 - Match Day 8 - Vs Cirencester Town FC

 

Match Report

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Another dominant performance from the attacking unit as we run out comfortable winners over The Centurions, although it took until late in the game to seal it.

A solid defensive performance also limited their scoring to just a penalty before half time.

 

 

 

Table

Spoiler

Our unbeaten run to start the season continues.

 

We stay top, H&Y still hot on our tail.

 

 

Up next...Our FA Cup campaign kicks off as we host Bamber Bridge in the 1st Qualifying Round.

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Wow! Flying high, @Punch. Hope you can keep the momentum going.