Binfield Torpedoes 3 - 2 Ascot United Royals 

18h30 kick off.  Tue 15th April 2008. 

Venue : Stubbs Lane.  League Match.

Conditions :  Cold, windy. Pitch firm.

Attendance - 29.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Seb, Steven.  

First half.

A dreary windy Tuesday evening. After the kick off the Torpedoes simply couldn’t string a decent pass together. Every challenge was won by Ascot. Brandon shot off from the pack to latch on from a long pass from Josh with only the keeper to beat, only to trip over the ball. A dubious free kick given away which led to a goal from long range 0-1.

Soon after kick off, with heads down it was much the same. Instead of passing the ball, the Torpedoes seemed to be trying to kick it as hard as they could at each other, only to get onslaught after onslaught with Jamie making save after save.Another easy ball given away led to another shot from Ascot with Jamie picking the ball out of the back of the net again 0-2. After a good build up on the right, Steven had the goal in sight; he produced a scorching shot which was handled in the box and resulted in a penalty and he nervously (by his own admission) stepped up to make it 1-2.

Second Half

It was apparent that it was a different team that ran out onto the pitch, must have been the pep talk from the managers. With heads held high Torpedoes were straight on the attack, from a cross from Billy on the left Louie had a shot saved and earning a corner.

Ascot hit back but Seb was like a pit-bull in defence, he just wouldn’t let go not letting Ascot put a cross in. Josh was in central midfield and winning the ball passed it out to Billy who shot just over the bar.Ascot was now on the ropes and with some excellent tackling from Adriano the ball came out to Brandon who put in a well placed cross to Louie. Louie then chipped the ball up to loop it straight over the goalkeeper leaving him in a crumpled mess in the back of the net with the ball 2-2. The last five minutes were hectic with Seb intercepting the ball and doing a quick one -two with Adriano to lay the ball off to Josh who ran past two of Ascot to pass to Steven on the right. With Steven’s blistering pace the ball seemed to stick to his feet as he dummied a player to lay it on to Louie who passed it straight back for Steven to smash the ball past the keeper and straight through the back of the net to make it 3-2.  A couple more nervous moments before the referee eventually blew the final whistle.

A hard fought win.

Goals: Steven 2, Louie 1

Man of the Match: Brandon

Sandhurst Town Eagles 4 - 5  Binfield Torpedoes.

9.00 kick off.  Sat 12th April 2008. 

Venue : Sandhurst.  League Match.

Conditions :  Cold. Pitch firm.

Attendance - 23.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael,  Seb, Steven.

First Half.

The game started at a hectic pace with good end to end play. The Torpedoes soon got into a groove and the passing and running was fantastic to watch. An early poachers goal from Louie was soon followed up by another Louie strike after a great cross from Michael. Adriano and Seb were playing very well at the back and Sandhurst were only allowed to a few half chances. Louie missed the chance of a hat trick as his goal bound shot was inadvertently cleared off the line by one of his own team-mates. Jamie was in command of his area, and Steven and Billy were full of running. Josh dominated the midfield and his awareness of a pass was exceptional, especially when he put Brandon through to shoot the Torpedoes into a three nil half time lead.

Second Half.

Three nil up, the game looked won at half time....this was not to be the case !  A bit of over confidence and complancy crept into the Torpedoes game, coupled by a re-vitalised Sandhurst team that was obviously responding  to whatever their manager had told them at half time. A flying one handed save by Jamie to stop a certain goal was an early warning, but two quick Sandhurst goals got the Torpedoes supporters feeling a bit uncomfortable.The game was pulled back to 2-3. The boys seemed to have faith in their ability, and when Billy played a slide rule pass to Michael, he beat the defender to the ball and clipped his shot over the advancing keeper. Another great run and cross from Billy put Brandon through to score with a precise finish that was to be the match winning goal. Sandhurst got another couple of goals back, but time finally ran out on their gallant fight back.

A nine goal thriller, with plenty of entertaining attacking football.  Well done both teams.

Goals -  Louie (2),   Brandon,   Michael, Own goal

Man of the Match -  Brandon.

Binfield Torpedoes 0 - 2  Ascot United Royals.

9.00 kick off.  Saturday 15th  March 2008. 

Venue : Stubbs Lane.  League Match.

Conditions : Cloudy. Pitch heavy.

Attendance - 16.

Binfield Players : Adriano,  Billy,  Brandon, Jamie, Josh,  Louie, Michael, Seb.

The Torpedoes did not seem to be up for this one.

When you play the best team in the league it is hard enough, but it seemed that the boys had convinced themselves they were going to lose even before the kick off. They defended quite well, but from an attacking point of view their chances were few and far between. Ascot scored a good opener, and the boys did very well to hold out for the rest of the match, cruelly conceding the second goal with the last kick of the game.

It was all a bit frustrating for the Torpedoes supporters as we know we can play much better, but today was one of those days. One person who should feel very proud of his performance was Jamie, save after save kept the score respectable. He combined bravery with skill and was easily man of the match, he did not deserve to be on the losing side.

We wait in anticipation to see which Torpedoes team turns up next week !

Man of the Match - Jamie.

Binfield Torpedoes 3 - 1 F.C. Bracknell Arrows 

9.00 kick off.  Saturday 1st March 2008.

Venue : Stubbs Lane.   League Match.

Conditions : Cold,   Pitch firm.

Attendance - 21.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Josh, Louie, Michael,  Seb, Steven.

First Half.

With Jamie missing due to injury, Brandon took over in goal for the first half.  The game started with early pressure from the Torpedoes, with good passing moves between Steven, Josh and Michael. In defence, Adriano and Seb tackled and covered well at the back and Brandon was not called on to make a save. Fast and direct wing play from both Billy and Michael ended in crosses that Louie could not quite get on the end of. The Torpedoes were passing very well, but a bit shot shy, trying to walk the ball into the net. Steven created some great chances but couldn't quite manage the finish that his skilful approach play deserved. Against the run of play Bracknell broke and scored a good goal. The Torpedoes continued to play their passing game and just on the stroke of half time Louie smashed the ball against the crossbar. The half time whistle went with the Torpedoes playing well but a goal down.

Second Half.

With instructions from the management to up the tempo and gets some shots going, the boys took to the field full of determination. Josh broke through to be one on one with the goalie, but his shot was tipped round the post. Just as it looked as if it was going to be "one of those days", up popped Steven to calmly slot home a moral boosting equaliser. Louie took over from Brandon in goal releasing Brandon to run from defence and cause problems to the opposition. More good wing play from Billy, Josh and Steven forced the ball across the goal area where Adriano, having made up acres of ground, side footed the Torpedoes into the lead. Bracknell now threw everything forward in search of an equaliser, Brandon and Michael had to be on their toes to defend Louie's goal. When Bracknell  did get through Louie made a great save with his feet. A few goal mouth scrambles got the heart rate going, but Seb calmed the nerves when his powerful shot beat the keeper at the near post. Even then Bracknell still kept pushing forward, including their goal keeper ! The sight of Michael, now in goal, nonchalantly leaning against his goal post while Bracknell were in the middle of an attack was perhaps a little over confident. The final whistle went, and the boys celebrated a hard fought victory.

Any one of the eight players could have got man of the match, but Seb, giving possibly his best display in a Torpedoes shirt, both in defence and attack, deservedly took the trophy home. Special thanks to Louie, Brandon and Michael for their stints in goal.... but Jamie get well soon !!

Goals - Steven.  Adriano.  Seb.

Man of the Match - Seb.

Binfield Torpedoes 3 - 1 Pinewood Panthers.

10.30 kick off.  Saturday 16th Feb 2008. 

Venue : Stubbs Lane.  League Match.

Conditions : Cold and Sunny.  Pitch firm.

Attendance - 22.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Brandon, Billy, Jamie, Josh,  Louie, Michael, Seb, Steven.

First Half.

Some great pass and move football by the Torpedoes put early pressure on Pinewood with both Brandon and Michael getting good shots on goal and unlucky not to score. Billy and Seb had their hands full in defence, up against two very fast and skilful forwards, but managed well.  Billy combined well with Steven on the left, and another flowing move involving Michael and Brandon led to Steven shooting just wide. Jamie produced a very brave save to stop the Torpedoes going a goal down, diving in where the boots were flying and taking a nasty knock to the ribs. Steven eventually opened the scoring after good approach play from Adriano, Louie and Josh, turning and shooting in one movement to beat the keeper. Pinewood came back at the Torpedoes, but the defence held firm until half time.

Second Half.

The second half started with a warning for the boys as Pinewood smacked the ball against the post. A superb left wing run from Billy ended with a cross shot that came back off the post. Seb, ever alert to the sniff of a goal, followed in to give the boys a two nil lead. Pinewood failed to clear the ball properly from another attack and the ball came out to Josh who fired it back into the roof of the net from outside the area. Adriano was tackling everything, stopping attacks and passing the ball out well to his team-mates. Pinewood got themselves back into the game as the boys committed too many players forward, but time was not on their side. Michael went on a mazy run from defence setting up another shot at goal. Brandon and Louie were having a great day both up front and in defence. Josh epitomised his overall display by appearing from nowhere to clear the ball off the line in the dying seconds.

The man who refs fear the most went beyond the call of duty as he scaled the fence to retrieve the ball from the archery field. Thanks to Pinewood Panthers for a very entertaining game, especially their coach who not only encouraged his team, but very sportingly praised any good play by the Torpedoes as well.

Man of the Match - Josh.

Goals - Steven, Josh, Seb.

Binfield Torpedoes 1 -  2 Binfield Arrows

9.00 kick off.  Saturday 2nd Feb 2008. 

Venue : stubs Lane.  League Match.

Conditions : Sunny & Cold, pitch frozen.

Attendance - 20.

Another defeat to the Arrows ... but we're getting closer.

Going a goal down in the first minute of the game was not the start the boys needed. An Arrows centre was headed in off the post, while most of the Torpedoes were still "easing" themselves into the game. Torpedoes supporters feared the worst but the boys started to get involved and the passing moves began to flow. The Arrows were always a threat going forward, but the Torpedoes defence was holding out. Midway through the first half a quick one touch passing move ended with Steven through on goal to calmly place the ball in the net for the equaliser. The Torpedoes seemed to be getting up a head of steam and the Arrows were briefly put on the back foot. Early in the second half, when Josh's header came back off the post and down onto the line (but not over) it was going to prove a turning point for the Torpedoes fortunes. Had that goal gone in and the Torpedoes taken the lead who knows what may have happened. In the end a close game was settled as the Arrows right back ventured forward on a blistering run that caused panic in the Torpedoes defence and led to the winning goal. Despite losing, the boys proved they can give the Arrows a good game, what we need is a bit of luck !!  We look forward to our next meeting, as this fixture seems to be a barometer on how well the whole team is improving. Well played both teams.

Cannot end this match report without a special mention for Jamie. Is there a better keeper in the whole of the under 10 league ?? To say he had a great game is an understatement. Six or seven times he produced spectacular and brave saves to deny the Arrows a goal. His kicking and calling for the ball, and his general dominance of the penalty area was fantastic... he did not deserve to be on the losing side. His performance together with that of a defence that seems to be getting the hang of it and the ever reliable Steven and Josh were the highlights of a great match.

Binfield Torpedoes Players : Adriano,  Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh,  Louie, Michael,  Seb, Steven.

Goals : - Steven.

Man of the match - Steven.  Ran his socks off for the Torpedoes, scored a great goal..

Whitegrove Rangers 3 - 1 Binfield Torpedoes

10.15 kick off.  Saturday 26th Jan 2008.

Venue : Whitegrove.  League Match.

Conditions : Cold.  Pitch Heavy.

Attendance -  26.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh,  Louie, Michael, Seb.

A strange game from a Torpedoes perspective. Creating loads of chances, including a missed penalty in the 1st half, lots of corners and numerous goal mouth scrambles, but unable to turn their early dominance into goals ending the the first half 0-0.

When the Torpedoes did eventually score, instead of filling them with confidence they started to defend the slender lead and the passing game was replaced with clearing the ball straight back to the opposition. With ten minutes to go things started to go wrong.  Credit to Whitegrove, they defended extremely well and scored three quick goals that were all coolly finished off. The boys should not get deflated by this result, you get days like these, please remember how well we played against the league leaders in the previous match !! Apparently some of the boys were suffering  from the previous nights "Cub Fitness Challenge" ...... a letter of complaint to Akela is already in the post.

Goals -   Seb.

Man of the Match - Jamie - Could do nothing with the three goals conceded - But produced the "Save of the Season."

Pinewood Pumas 4 -  4 Binfield Torpedoes

9:00 am Kick off.  Saturday 05th January 2008.  

Venue : Pinewood,  League Match.

Conditions :  Cold Breezy, pitch firm 

Attendance : 24

Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Jamie,  Josh,  Louie,  Michael,  Seb, Steven

The Torpedoes may not be quite a strong enough team to win this league, but with performances like this against the current league leaders they will have a big say in who does eventually win it.

First Half.

The match started with some early pressure from Pinewood, and the Torpedoes were a little lucky not to concede an early goal. Once the ball had been changed to a 'Binfield' match ball, the team started to play some fantastic attacking football. Steven and Josh were at the heart of everything, winning the midfield battle, and setting up forward moves. Louie and especially Adriano were defending as though their lives depended on it. Steven and Josh combined well on the left, and as the ball broke across the area Michael's shot was well saved, Seb unfortunate not to score from the re-bound. Concerted pressure from the Torpedoes eventually led to Josh forcing the ball over the line for the opener. Pinewood responded almost immediately, a powerful long shot well saved by Jamie. However, Jamie could do nothing as a Pinewood shot seemed to be caught on the breeze and flew into the top corner. Not deflated in any way the boys carried on playing attacking football. Billy had a great run and shot at goal that stung the keeper's hands. Josh made a determined run down the left wing and sent over a fast dipping cross. Drifting into the area was Steven, who lost his marker, and powered his near post header across the goalkeeper and into the net for one of the best goals the Torpedoes have scored this season. The first half ended with the Torpedoes ahead.

Second Half.

The boys had fought so hard for the lead that it was very disappointing to concede an unfortunate equalizer, almost straight from the restart, a long shot was deflected past Jamie into the net. More demoralising play followed as the Pinewood forward planted another shot into the net, claims of hand ball waved away by the ref. Going behind for the first time in the match against the table topping team was going to be a "big ask" to get back into the game. What followed was a joy to witness as the Torpedoes powered forward with excellent crisp passing football. Adriano and Seb, now in defence, were solid, and cleared the ball up to a Torpedo midfield that was dynamic.  Michael, Billy and Josh fought for everything and Pinewood were under pressure. When Pinewood did break out Adriano's well timed tackles and Seb's positional play and covering kept them at bay. Steven was again everywhere, shooting at goal, forcing corners, unlucky not to score, and driving the whole team forward with his skill and vision. A quick throw in from Billy was hooked into the penalty area by Josh. Despite being marked by two players Louie was strong enough to control the ball, turn and shoot in one movement for a great strike to make it 3 - 3. Stunned by the Torpedoes' attacking play Pinewood seemed to be out of the game as Billy volleyed home a truly spectacular goal from Steven's cross to give the boys a deserved 4- 3 lead. Pinewood are not top of the league for nothing, and made a final effort. Jamie was unlucky not to hold onto a shot and the ball was bundled in from close range. A travesty of justice was averted as Jamie then made a sensational save at his near post in the closing seconds. After all their attacking play the boys had to settle for a draw.

After the match the Pinewood manager very sportingly admitted that the Pumas had "got out of jail" !  A brilliant game of football, played with great spirit...worth the early start ....... well played both teams.

Goals -  Josh, Steven, Louie, Billy.

Man of the Match -  Adriano - great defending and distribution of the ball from the back.

Ascot United Racing 3 - 3 Binfield Torpedoes

11.15 kick off.  Saturday 15th Dec 2007.  

Venue : Ascot,  League Match.

Conditions : Very Cold,   Pitch muddy but firm.

Attendance - 24.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon,  Jamie,  Josh,  Louie,  Michael,  Seb, Steven 

The Torpedoes show their resilience, going behind three times, and fighting back three times.

The first half started with good end to end stuff. Some fast flowing moves, especially involving Steven and Brandon, forced Ascot back. Steven was unlucky not to score as his shot shaved the post. Slightly against the run of play Ascot took the lead, but the boys heads did not drop. Billy was playing well but had to go off after taking a knock. Ascot were defending well and although the Torpedoes approach play was full of drive they were finding it difficult to create many clear cut chances. A quick throw in from Josh was nearly converted by Steven, but the Ascot goal keeper made a great save. Eventually, determined play from Seb and Brandon forced a corner. Steven took the corner, a fast dipping cross that Michael volleyed into the net at the near post for the equalizer. The Torpedoes continued to play good football, however, a long distance shot that hit the bar was not cleared away quickly enough and Ascot pounced on the loose ball to score a goal that Jamie had no chance of saving.

Despite playing well the boys started the second half a goal down. They managed to produce their best period of play in their quest for another equalizer. Josh and Steven were combining well on the left and Brandon and Steven were always a threat going forward. Jamie was dominating his area, and he mixed his long kicks with throw outs to the full backs, showing good awareness and variation. Seb and Louie were solid in defence, and the whole game went up a gear. Michael beat his man and ran down the wing, his centre  was perfectly controlled by Adriano, and with his back to goal he waited for Brandon's run before laying the ball in front of him. Brandon's finish was a crisp low shot into the net. The boys now felt they were on top of the game and went for a winner. Numerous shots and goal mouth half chances went begging, and things were looking up. Then Ascot broke at pace and scored a classic break away goal to take the lead yet again. It looked like the Torpedoes had blown it, but when Seb won the ball and set up Josh for a run down the wing a flowing move had started. The ball broke loose and was going out for a goal kick, but Billy had other ideas. Chasing a lost cause he just kept the ball in play, and sent over fast low cross. Powering into the centre forward position was Louie who side footed the ball home, the whole team celebrated with him.

A game the Torpedoes should possibly have won, but in the end were very pleased to get a draw. Well played both teams.

Goals - Michael   Brandon   Louie.

Men of the Match - All of them.

Binfield Torpedoes 1 - 0 Finchampstead Athletic.

9.30 kick off.  Saturday 17th Nov 2007.  

Venue : Stubbs Lane.  League Match.

Conditions : Cold and Cloudy.   Pitch - heavy.

Attendance - 226.

Binfield Players : Adriano,  Billy,  Brandon, Josh,  Louie, Michael, Seb, Steven.

A victory by a narrow margin thanks to Brandon's well taken goal, a low shot ending a flowing Torpedoes attack midway through the first half. Prior to the goal the boys were making most of the chances and when the first goal went in, more would surely follow... but it was not to be. From the amount of chances the Torpedoes created they should have scored again, but great goalkeeping and on three occasions the wood work saved Finchampstead from going further behind. The cold and the heavy pitch seemed to be having an effect and the game turned a bit scrappy. Good defending from Adriano, Steven and Josh kept Finchampstead attacks at bay and Billy Mike and Brandon showed good wing play, taking on the defenders and all sending in good crosses that Seb and Steven nearly converted. The longer the game stayed at one nil the more likely it looked that Finchampstead would nick a goal to earn a draw. They forced loads of corners, but the Torpedoes defence held firm and the boys eventually earned the victory that their forward play deserved.

Special mention must go to Louie who took over in goal in Jamie's absence. Early in the game he made two good saves, racing from his line to block shots, and his handling and kicking were excellent. His positioning was very good, especially in the closing stages, when Finchampstead powered a header goal-bound that he coolly caught on the line. Next week the boys face table topping Ascot Royals, no disrespect to Louie, but Jamie get well soon !

Goal - Brandon.

Man of the Match - Billy.

F.C. Bracknell Arrows 2 - 3  Binfield Torpedoes.

10.00 kick off.   Saturday 10th November 2007.   

Venue : Bracknell.  League Match.

Conditions : Mild.  Pitch firm.

Attendance - 24.

Binfield Players : Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Seb.

With two Torpedoes not available, and therefore no subs, the team was reduced to seven. The "Magnificent Seven" rode into Bracknell and returned to Binfield with all three points.

First Half.

With the exception of Brandon, who was out of the starting blocks like a rocket, the boys started slowly and were put under early pressure by a strong Bracknell team. Only when the white ball was changed after five minutes to a luminous green ball did the Torpedoes start to move forward and give Bracknell something to think about. 

On one of their forward attacks the ball broke for Bracknell and they counter-attacked with great pace and scored a good goal. Nervous tension on the touchline was heightened to near breaking point when Jamie picked up a back pass to give away a free kick in a dangerous position. Billy, Louie and Michael formed a solid wall and did not flinch in their duty as the ball was powered in, just over the bar. A huge pitch, and no subs, this was going to be an uphill battle, but the boys dug deep and didn't seem too perturbed by going a goal down. They set about their task with true grit, and the passing started to flow. Seb fought for everything and combined well with Billy and Josh. Michael and Louie, in defence, stopped another Bracknell attack and passed the ball to Billy. He ran down the wing beating several players in a focused and decisive run before calmly playing Josh in for a goal that he took with an almost casual finish for the equalizer. Brandon was always a threat going forward with his pace and close control, he fully deserved his bit of luck as his powerful cross shot somehow found its way into the net to give the Torpedoes a 2 -1 lead at half time.

Second Half.

The next goal was going to be important. The Torpedoes continued to attack, but had to be careful of the speedy Bracknell forwards. Fortunately Brandon could match their speed and was proving an excellent defender with well timed sliding tackles. As before in previous games, the Torpedoes were at their most vulnerable when they had a corner. Committing too many players forward the boys were hit on the break, and Jamie had no chance as Bracknell scored to make it 2 -2. Again undaunted by the reversal the boys' determination seemed to increase as they battled through the last quarter of the game. Brandon ran the length of the pitch on a mazy run that caused panic in the Bracknell defence. Josh had a deflected shot that hit the post, he then had another shot that proved too hot to handle and there was Seb, in the right place at the right time, to score yet another vital tap in. With no subs, getting tired, and almost running on empty the Torpedoes were pinned back in their own half as Bracknell looked for another equalizing goal. Wave after wave of attacks were forced away by fierce tackling and dogged defending, clearances went anywhere - throw-ins, corners or just pumped up field as long as Jamie's goal was protected... the Magnificent Seven were at the Alamo ! In the final moments Michael relieved the pressure, running the ball right down to the other end of the pitch, his long range bullet shot from the resulting corner going narrowly wide. The final whistle went, most of the boys were so exhausted that they didn't seem to realize they had just won a great game.

Man of the Match -   Brandon - always a danger in attack, and solid in defence.

Goals :-  Josh, Brandon, Seb.

Binfield Torpedoes 1 - 0 Hawley Raiders.

9.30 kick off.  Saturday 20th Oct 2007.  

Venue : Stubbs Lane.  League Match

Conditions : Mild.  Pitch firm.

Attendance:  27.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Billie, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Seb, Steven

With Louie and Michael away this week, the boys had to dig deep and put in the extra effort as there were no substitutions. This was always going to be a difficult game.

First Half

The first half started with the Torpedoes on the attack with some very good passing. The Torpedoes held possession for most of the half with clever passes and closing down the opposition. After approximately 15min of play, Steve received the ball on the left and shot at the goal from distance only for the keeper to fumble the ball, falling to Seb, who was in the right place at the right time for the tap in to make it 1-0 to the Torpedoes. A well deserved lead.

Second Half

Hawley Raiders came out in the second half looking for the equaliser, but were prevented of doing so by some solid defensive work from Josh and Adriano as well as our ever reliable goal keeper, Jamie, who produced some brilliant, brave saves to keep us in the match.  The midfield, Brandon and Billie “closed the door” on opposition not allowing them to play their game despite a nervous latter part of second half where the Torpedoes found themselves under immense pressure but who resisted well.

Today’s result was the combination of excellent team work, discipline and commitment from all. Well done!

Goals: Seb

Man of the man: Adriano (Solid in defence today)

Binfield Torpedoes 6 - 3 Whitegrove Rangers.

9.30 kick off.  Saturday 6th Oct 2007.  

Venue : Stubbs Lane.  League Match.

Conditions : Mild.  Pitch firm.

Attendance :  21.

Binfield Players : Adriano, Brandon, Jamie, Josh,  Louie, Michael, Seb, Steven.

This match was not as easy as the score line may suggest - the Torpedoes were generally in control, but did go through a "wobbly period" mid way through the second half.

First Half.

The match started with good attacking play from the Torpedoes eventually forcing the opening goal via Brandon's close finish. Quite where the midfield and defence had gone was a mystery as the Torpedoes conceded one of the softest goals ever for a Whitegrove equalizer. More exciting attacking play, especially from Josh and Steven, pushed the Torpedoes forward, and Louie was on the end of an attack to score the first ever headed goal in the Torpedoes' history! Some great corners from Michael caused panic in the opposition penalty area. Adriano was fighting hard in midfield and Whitegrove spent most of the first half in defence. A great move involving Steven and Josh put Brandon through on goal, he unselfishly laid the ball on for Louie to hit a difficult volley into the roof of the net. Steven and Seb were in control of things at the back and the boys looked good value for the 3 - 1 lead.

Second Half.

The second half started as the first had finished. Adriano and Michael combined well and forced a Whitegrove error that Steven blasted into the net for his first goal as a Torpedo, to give a 4 - 1 lead. More attacking play forced a corner, however, with the ultra fast Whitegrove forward staying up field the boys were always going to be vulnerable to a quick counter attack as he sped away to score a good goal. Not learning from this he then scored another near identical goal. From dominating the game the Torpedoes suddenly found themselves going through a nerve jangling tense five minutes. Jamie came to the rescue on two occasions before Seb finally calmed everything down with a well taken goal. The final Torpedo goal was a great team effort as Josh cleared the ball, Michael took it forward and passed to Adriano, who rolled the ball square for Brandon to place his shot in the corner of the net. All's well that ends well.

A quick impromptu whip round took place to get enough cash together to pay the ref his match fees, but a bit like the Queen, the Torpedoes supporters don't seem to carry cash.