MATCH REPORT 20/12/08 FIRST TEAM

Anglian Combination
Division Four
Freethorpe v Marlingford

Garside makes instant impact!
Freethorpe had to get a victory against Marlingford to retain any real hopes of chasing the top two for promotion. Freethorpe were cleary bouyed by the long awaited return of Garside following a lengthy injury layoff and took the game to Marlingford right from the start. However, it was the visitors who struck first with a good finish. Freethorpe did not let this deter them and Barber was on hand to equalise with a thundering shot from a Smith corner. Rix then put the home team in front with a stinging shot that was deflected past the keeper. The Freethorpe midfield was dominating the play and Barber added his second with an excellent shot on the run to give the hosts a 3-1 halftime lead. Freethorpe got off to a great start in the second half with strike partners Rix and Read adding a further goal apiece. Marlingford got a goal back late on from the penalty spot to make the final score 5-2. This was Freethorpes best display of the season with every player contributing superbly. Happy New Year to everyone in the Anglian Combination from all at Freethorpe FC.

Next Match: Home to AFC Norwich Res Sta January 3rd (2pm ko).