MATCH REPORT 24/1/2009

Cyril Ballyn Cup
Wortwell v Freethorpe

Freethorpe travelled to Wortwell to take on the Division Two side after the game twice having to be called off due to bad weather. Wortwell got off to a great start scoring from a freekick after just two minutes. This unsettled Freethorpe and Wortwell continued to dominate the opening exchanges. Wortwell added a second on 15 minutes from another freekick. Freethorpe gradually composed themselves and played their way into the game and carved out the better chances in the remainder of the half, and could consider themselves very unlucky to be two behind at the break. Freethorpe started the second half very lively and were rewarded with a goal from Rix. Freethorpe continued to play some excellent football and were getting a lot of joy down the right flank with Lawton causing numerous problems to the left fullback. It was no surprise when Freethorpe got on level terms with 15 minutes remaining. The goal coming from a thunderbolt from Rix. Having worked so hard to get back into the game Freethorpe switched off for one vital minute and Wortwell restored their lead straight from the kick-off. Freethorpe continued to drive forward looking for an equaliser but to no avail with Wortwell running out 3-2 winners. A valiant effort indeed against a side two divisions higher. Best of luck to Wortwell in the next round.

Next game: home to Wymondham Town Reserves. 2pm ko.