This match was played at Downhill Hub as part of the Division 3 league.
Penshaw CC FC narrowly defeated The Blue Bell 3-2 in a closely contested match. Matthew Rowan, Nathan Wilkinson, and Paul Woodroffe were key contributors for the visitors. Alfie Burnside and Lucas Gilmore found the net for The Blue Bell.
No cards were awarded in this match.
For The Blue Bell, Jonathan Crooks was replaced by Alex Wilkinson, Harley Telford was replaced by Matthew Ellison, Elliott Lukeman was replaced by Fraser Nicholson, Alex Harrison was replaced by Kurtis Huntrods, and Matthew Canning was replaced by Lewis Newton.
For Penshaw CC FC, James Muir was replaced by James Taylor, Jack Tindle was replaced by Adam Smith, and Christopher Thomas was replaced by Ross Clarke.
Pre-Match Prediction Analysis
I predicted a close encounter, perhaps a draw given the strengths of both squads, but Penshaw CC FC turned that prediction on its head with a well-earned 3-2 victory!