MATCH REPORT 29/11/08 FIRST TEAM

Anglian Combination Division 4

Mattishall Res v Freethorpe

Freethorpe travelled to Mattishall determined to make amends for their recent league defeat. Freethorpe started brightly against a strengthened Mattishall side with Rix and Read leading the line superbly. Freethorpe set the tone early and quickly got about their work. The first half was evenly contested with Freethorpe having the edge on chances compared to their hosts. Freethorpe suffered a setback straight after halftime when the unlucky Pentney let a lame shot through his grasp. Although this seemed to Rock Freethorpe somewhat Pentney more than made amends with some excellent goalkeeping. They eventually played their way back into the game and Lawton had an excellent shot well saved by the home goalkeeper. Barber was then unlucky not to be awarded a penalty when felled in the box. However, Rix, who was back to his best was on hand to get the equaliser for Freethorpe following good work down the right flank by Barber. Freethorpe were now on top and could have snatched victory late on but it was not to be. However, a good competitive game.

Next Match: Home v Harleston - 2pm ko.