MATCH REPORT 1/11/08 FIRST TEAM

Cyril Ballyn Cup

Martham v Freethorpe

Freethorpe travelled to Martham to take on their third division opponents in a cup encounter. The game started at a frantic pace with both teams giving everything. The conditions meant the game was rather scrappy at times but exciting nonetheless. Mcmartin was injured after just 10 minutes and was replaced by Goodson. Barber was unlucky not to open the scoring when a thunderbolt of a shot rebounded of the upright from 25 yards. Martham then had chances themselves to take the lead but it was Rix who scored the important first goal for Freethorpe on the stroke of halftime when Goodson played a delightful ball through to Barber who crossed first time for Rix to finish confidently. The score remained 1-0 until 10 minutes left when Barber doubled Freethorpes lead from cross from Read. Rix then rattled the crossbar before scoring his second of the game to give the visitors a convincing 3-0 win. A hard fought game from both teams and an enjoyable game despite the windy conditions.

Next game: Home -v- Brandon Town Res 2pm ko.