Under 9s Fixtures/Results
Match Reports
CENTRAL CITY 4 BRIXINGTON BLUES 2
Central City took an early lead against Brixington with a well struck shot from
Sebastian Lewis. Brixington pulled level but Central re imposed themselves with two similar well taken goals
just lifting over an advancing Brixington keeper, the first from Bradley Down and the second from Thomas Roome.
Sebastian Lewis put the game beyond doubt running onto a square ball from Thomas Roome after some fine
interplay with Richard Deeshapland in the Central midfield. Brixington pulled one back towards the end
but Central remained well in control. Will Tutchings made important defensive interventions in his first
outing for Central.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 9 BROADCLYST 0
Central City dominated Broadclyst for most of the match. A hat trick from Thomas Roome and a
brace each from Bradley Down, Reece Allen, and Jake Newman taking a rare break from goalkeeping duties,
provided the tally. Broadclyst came close in the second half but stand in keeper Sebsatian Lewis pulled off a
fine diving save to parry the ball wide. Kalhan Jogireddy battled well in midfield.
Chris
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CENTRAL UTD 4 BROADCLYST 1
Central United opened the season with a good result against a determined Broadclyst side. Aiden Pring
opened the scoring shortly before half time, with a well taken goal. Pring played exceptionally well
and also set up goals for James Pearce and Ruari Mold.
Broadclyst worked hard to stay in the game, but were frustrated by the telescopic legs
of Billy Curran, who controlled the defence.
Pring finished the game with another good goal after good support play from
the tireless Ben Haigh.
Richard
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CENTRAL UTD 1 BRIXINGTON BLUES 2
United competed well against a stong Brixington side. Leon Ryder Potter opened the scoring with an
excellent shot that burst the net 5 minutes into the game. Brixington fought back and despite a series
of good saves by Cain Garry the pressure proved too great for them. Brixington scored the winner in
the last minute of the game.
Richard
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CENTRAL CITY 1 CREDITON B 0
Persistence paid off for Central City who had most of the possession
but were finding it difficult to break down a stubborn Crediton B defence.
The first half saw chances just go wide of the post from Thomas Roome and Bradley Down.
The breakthrough came mid way through the second half when Sebastian Lewis crossed from the right,
Jim Shepherd controlled it and fired it into the net.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 0 CREDITON A 3
Against Crediton A, Central City played well for the first half with an outstanding
performance by Will Tutchings. Early in the second half Reece Allen had to go off
with a bad knee injury and Crediton capitalised on an unsettled City defence to
fire home a fine goal. City had chances with good running by Bradley Down but, with
obvious signs of tiredness, were caught out twice when pushing up searching for a goal.
Chris
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CENTRAL UTD 2 CREDITON A 2
Two fine goals from Aiden Pring allowed Central United to snatch a
draw from the jaws of defeat against a convincing Crediton team. United's comeback owed alot to the
fabulous goal-keeping off Cain Garry, who also managed to save a penalty.
Richard
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CENTRAL UTD 2 CREDITON B 4
United played with great heart in a match that was much
closer than the scoreline suggests. Ben Haigh was excellent, as a one man defence, as United
threw players forward in an attempt to get back into the game. Richard Deeshapland scored a
good goal after solid midfield play from the energetic James Pearce.
Richard
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THORVERTON 2 CENTRAL CITY 0
An exciting and keenly contested match saw Central City finish second best
to a strong Thorverton side. There was good determined play which kept Jake Newman in the
Central goal and the Thorverton keeper busy. Thorverton capitalised on Central failing
to challenge in midfield to take the lead and then seconds from the end a cruel
deflection saw them go two up.
Chris
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EXWICK 1 CENTRAL CITY 1
A physically challenging match against Exwick ended in a one all draw.
Central had a good chance to take the lead when Jim Shepherd hit the post from a fantastic
free kick after Reece Allen was brought down mid way into the Exwick half. Central City
had much of the play and took the lead early in the second half through a well deserved
Thomas Roome goal. Central came close to getting a second on several occasions with shots
from Bradley Down and Sebastian Lewis but a few magnifiecient saves from the Exwick
keeper kept them in it. Jim Shepherd played through the pain barrier after picking
up a nasty knock. A tiring Central then let Exwick back into the game but held on for a draw.
Chris
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EXWICK 3 CENTRAL UTD 0
In a closely contested match Central United lost by 3 goals to nil against a
well organised Exwick team. Cian Garry was exCelLent in goal and was not to blame for any of
Exwick 's goals. Billy Curran and Ruari Mold played well in defence, saving Central tonnes of goals.
Ben Haigh played well in midfield and ran up and down the pitch taking shots and putting tackles in.
Richard
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THORVERTON 6 CENTRAL UTD 0
A heavy defeat for United after conceding two early goals.
Thorverton were a well organised team who passed and shot well. Leon Ryder Potter
and Richard Deeshapland played well in the second half moving up and down the
pitch with speed and determination. Another fine performance from Cian
Garry helped to keep the score down.
Richard
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CENTRAL UTD 1 TIVERTON TOWN 2
A slightly fortunate long range shot, that crept under
the crossbar, was an early set back for Central United in a closely fought
match against Tiverton Town. Despite being two goals down at half-time
United had the best of the second half and replied when Aidan Pring
scored from close range. Good work from James Pearce helped United get
back in the game and he was well supported thanks to another good
performance from Ben Haigh in defence.
Richard
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CENTRAL UTD 0 MOORS YOUTH 8
Moors proved too strong for Central United who found
themselves struggling and six goals behind at half-time. A far better
performance in the second half saw Richard Deeshapland attempt an audacious
back heel and Leon Ryder-Potter produce a good performance in the forward line.
United played until the final whistle and will learn a lot from a difficult
game. All the team played well especially Cian Garry who once again made a
number of excellent saves.
Richard
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CENTRAL CITY 1 MOORS YOUTH 4
Central city made a bright start against Moors taking
the lead when Jim Shepherd scored with a left foot shot from a Sebastian
Lewis cross. Despite making a number of saves, stand in Keeper Thomas
Roome was beaten from a fine Moors free kick and a goal bundled in through
a crowd of Central players in the first half. Central City effectively lost
the chance of geeting back into the game when concentration was lost for a
5 minute spell in the second half allowing Moors to score twice in quick
succession.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 0 TIVERTON 2
Without regular keeper Jake Newman Central City
looked like a mishapen side aginst Tiverton Town. Will Tutchings
kept City in it during the first seeming to cover every inch of the
pitch several times over. Central created a few shooting chances
in the second half but when Tiverton scored a second there did
not look like anyway back.
Chris
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DAWLISH 5 CENTRAL UTD 0
Central United competed well in this game but
eventually lost to a stronger Dawlish Team. Central created several
chances but were not able to score, Billy Curran had a good game
in defence for Central.
Richard
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ST MARTINS 2 CENTRAL UTD 0
A fine performance from Central merited something better than
the scoreline suggests. Playing some of their best football of the season Central
were just not able to put the ball in the back of the net. Cain Garry played out
of goal for the first time this season and showed he has the ability to see a pass,
a skill he infectiously transmitted to the rest of the team. Occasionally looking
like Arsenal in full flow, Central tore the St. Martins defence to pieces time
and time again. Aidan Pring played with imagination and created several chances
for the team. Bruising the woodwork repeatedly this was a game Central deserved
to win.
Richard
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ST MARTINS 0 CENTRAL CITY 2
Central City took the lead from a goal from a seemingly impossible
angle by Jim Shepherd. Jim Followed up with a second a few minutes later firing high
above the goalkeeper’s head. Playing up hill in the second half on a steeply sloping
pitch Central kept things tight with a well organised defensive partnership from
Thomas Roome and Reece Allen.
Chris
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DAWLISH 0 CENTRAL CITY 1
Central City put in a really good team performance to beat
Dawlish 1-0. Bradley Down playing in defence made some key clearances whilst
good running from Sebastian Lewis and Will Tutchings put Dawlish under pressure.
When Reece Allen was tripped just outside the box the resulting stunning free kick
from Jim Shepherd turned out to be the difference between the sides. Dawlish fought
back in the second half and Central City had to be solid to allow excellent keeper
Jake Newman to keep his second clean sheet of the day.
Chris
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CENTRAL UTD 0 PINHOE SPARTANS 3
Central United were always in this game, despite losing
by three goals. A pacy Pinhoe attack caught United out in the first half, managing
to get behind the Central defence. Billy Curran and 'man of the match' Ben Haigh
defended well, but found themselves outnumbered on too many occasions.
Richard
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CENTRAL UTD 1 PINHOE GLADIATORS 1
A fine performance from United produced another match
that they really deserved to win. United put pressure on the Pinhoe defence
throughout the first half. The menacing Aidan Pring, tireless James Pearce
and the very determined Ruari Mold kept threatening to overwhelm the crowded
Pinhoe defence. Just before halftime Leon Ryder Potter scored a wonder goal
from somewhere close to the halfway line. A late goal from Pinhoe levelled
the score in a well contested match, appreciated by a seemingly vast crowd.
Richard
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CENTRAL CITY 3 PINHOE SPARTANS 3
A strong start saw Cetntral city go three goals up against
Pinhoe Spartans after ten minutes with two goals from Sebastian Lewis and one
from Jim Shepherd. City who looked completely in control then left goal keeper
Jake Newman exposed and he stood no chance stopping Spartans getting one back
before half time. This spurred Spartans on and despite better defending in the
second half with Will Tutchings and Reece Allen figting a rear guard action,
Spartans scored twice more. Only some excellent keeping near the end by Jake
Newman prevented City from conceeding more and the game finished level. Truly
a game of two halves.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 3 PINHOE GLADIATORS 2
Central City played some excellent attacking football in
the first half against Pinhoe Gladiators with Sebastian Lewis, Jim Shepherd and
Thomas Roome linking up with good passing moves, crosses and through balls. This
was rewarded with two goals from Thomas Roome, the first a strike from about
10 metres out, and the second the simplest of tap ins just cms from the line
following an excellent cross from Sebastian. A goal from Jim Shepherd then put
City three goals up. Five minutes loss of concentration and running at the
restart saw Central conceed twice before reasserting themselves on the game
and finishing the stronger of the two sides.
Chris
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HEAVITREE BUZZARDS 0 CENTRAL CITY 5 (CUP)
Despite having most of the play, Central City found it hard to
break down a determined Buzzards defence. Thomas Roome came close when a long
range shot cannoned of the bar but it wasn't until nearly half time that the
breakthrough came when Bradley Down headed goalwards and scored via a slight
deflection from a Heavitree player. A few positional changes saw a much more
positive Central City start the second half. Within minutes good link up play
between Sebastian Lewis and Jim Shepherd saw Jim fire in the first of his
goals. Three more followed at regular intervals and City dominated the closing
stages of the match. Buzzards had a few chances but City keeper Jake Newman
was rarely troubled with sound defensive play by Reece Allen and Will
Tutchings keeping them at distance.
Chris
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HEAVITREE KESTRELS 1 CENTRAL CITY 5 (FRIENDLY)
A friendly match between Heavitree Kestrels ended 5-1
with Jake Newman scoring a hat trick having been given a rare chance to
play outfield. Bradley Down opened the scoring and Jake followed up with
a second. With Goals going to the heads of the City players everyone pushed
up and a through ball from Kestrels saw three attackers bearing down on the
City goal. The ensuing shot gave stand in keeper Sebastian Lewis no chance.
An early second half City corner was the perfect steadier for City when a good
delivery from Will Tutchings found Jake Newman who scored with a fine attacking
header. Second half strikes from Bradley Down and Jake Newman completed City’s
tally of 5 goals.
Chris
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CENTRAL UTD 1 BRIXINGTON BLUES 2 (Cup)
A tough fixture in the first round of the cup produced
a fine performance from United, who in the end were unlucky to lose this game.
For the first time this season United came up against a team who took their
corners well, and the resulting defensive chaos saw United concede a second
goal just after the half-time break. Undaunted, James Pearce found Aidan Pring
who skilfully whacked the ball against the Brixington keeper, and then casually
flicked the rebound into the net. Ben, motorman Haigh went all over the pitch
and Leon Ryder-Potter read the game well in defence. Pearce was nominated man
of the match by the beleaguered United manager.
Richard
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CENTRAL UTD 1 BRIXINGTON BLUES 2 (Friendly)
Central United 1 Brixington Blues 2 - Playing in a friendly
match Central United took the lead with another goal from Aidan Pring. A goalmouth
scramble led to the goal after sound defensive work from Cain Garry in the
United goal. Billy Curran made a nuisance of himself in the Central attack
and helped United hold onto their lead until halftime. In the second half
a stronger Brixington side forced United back despite the best efforts of
Garry who relished the chance to play upfront. Two late goals after more
problems from corners robbed United of a victory that is both overdue
and deserved.
Richard
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CULLOMPTON WOLVES 0 CENTRAL CITY 3
Cullompton Wolves held Central City at bay for a
good part of the first half until a good low cross by Reece Allen was
met by Thomas Roome who opened City's account. William Johns in goal
helped keep City in the lead till half time. In the second half Bradley
Down made it two nil and then a very long throw from Thomas Roome found
Jim Shepherd in the box to make it three nil. A great team performance
with moments of real class.
Chris
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CULLOMPTON COYOTES 4 CENTRAL CITY 0
Central City struggled to get going against Cullompton
Coyotes. Early confusion in the box saw the Coyotes one up after a couple
of minutes. The Coyotes scored from a good free kick to make it two and
netted again before half time. City refound their composure in the second
half and were unlucky to concede again against the run of play. Will
Tutchings worked tirelessly throughout both games and deserved the
man of the match award.
Chris
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CULLOMPTON COYOTES 2 CENTRAL UTD 0
A cold day saw some of United's best play of the season,
despite the scoreline, against Coyotes. United played a quick passing
game with Aiden Pring only thwarted by the Coyotes keeper. Central were
caught napping after a quick throw in and went a goal down. Keane made
a great save in the second half, Aiden had another great shot saved
and Cullompton got a second.
Hugh
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CULLOMPTON WOLVES 1 CENTRAL UTD 5
Central started brightly and Aiden Pring grabbed
an early goal. Wolves got one back, but from then on it was Central
all the way. Defence was rock solid, and the midfielders fed
great balls through. A superb long range shot from Leon Ryder-Potter
and a further brace from Aiden brought United smiles all around.
Hugh
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CENTRAL CITY 2 PINHOE SPARTANS 1 (Cup)
It was a close contest but Central City made it through
to the quarter finals of the cup after beating Pinhoe Spartans 2-1. Central
took the lead in the first half through Sebastian Lewis. The second came
early in the second half when Jim Shepherd put Thomas Roome through, his
shot hit the post and the ball rolled along the goal line, Bradley Down
was the first to react and rushed in to make sure of the goal. A couple
of wicked bobbles caught out both Central defenders and let in Pinhoe
to get one back, but Central held on until the final whistle.
Chris
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CENTRAL UTD 3 PINHOE GLADIATORS 3 (Friendly)
It was honours even in a friendly match between
Central United and Pinhoe Gladiators. Central took the lead with a
lovely goal from Richard Deeshapland sweetly looping it into the top
corner. Gladiators came back strongly and Central United found themselves
1-3 down in the second half. The players showed great spirit to fight
back to end the game with a deserved draw..
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 2 WEST HILL WASPS 0
After a slow start Central City found their feet
through a goal from Thomas Roome early in the second half when he met
a low driven cross from Sebastian Lewis following some excellent team
build up play involving a string of passes from Aiden Pring and Reece
Allen. A few minutes later Aiden Pring picked up a loose ball midway
in the opponents half and kept a cool head when through one on one with
the keeper to make the score 2-0. West Hill Wasps looked dangerous with
some long high balls getting in behind the defence and testing keeper
Jake Newman who once again kept a clean sheet.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 4 WEST HILL HORNETS 0
Sebastian Lewis opened the account for City just a
few minutes into the match against West Hill Hornets and scored the first
of his hat trick of fine long shots. Aiden Pring got the other Central goal.
Will Tutchings was a rock once again in defence and snuffed out the Hornets
attacks leaving keeper Jake Newman very little to do until he swapped with
Captain Reece Allen to come out on pitch late in the second half and almost
snatched a goal. Kalhan Jogireddy also helped out with defensive duties
and made some good long clearances.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 2 THORVERTON 1
Two goals in two minutes from Bradley Down saw Central
City through to the semi-finals of the Cup. In a very tight match Thorverton
had come close when a long range free kick sailed just over the bar. Following
a good spell of sustained pressure Central took the lead when Bradley Down
headed in from a Will Tutchings corner. A couple of minutes later Reece Allen
put Bradley Down through who slotted the ball past the keeper to make it two.
Thorverton got one back before half time when a driven ball into the goal area
was directed into the central goal. Both teams battled well in the second half
and there were opportunities at either end but Central held on for the victory.
Chris
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STOKE HILL 1 CENTRAL CITY 1
Central City struggled to find their rhythm against a
determined Stoke Hill. Stoke Hill took the lead despite much Central
possession. This gave Stoke Hill more confidence and some brilliant saves
from Jake Newman were needed to keep Central in the game. Things were
looking bad for Central until a few minutes from the end when Sebastian
Lewis headed in a Thomas Roome corner. Central then finished strongly but
couldn't score again before the final whistle.
Chris
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NEWTON KNIGHTS 0 CENTRAL CITY 5
Newton Knights contained Central City well for much
of the first half with only an Aiden Pring left foot strike separating
the teams at half time. Central took command in the second half through
goals from Jim Shepherd and Aiden Pring and then two fine goals from
Reece Allen; the first a well met header from a perfect Jim Shepherd
corner, the second an unstoppable shot rifled into the top corner of
the net.
Chris
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NEWTON KNIGHTS 0 CENTRAL UTD 1
An impressive team performance by a willing United
team. United grabbed a goal midway through the second half with Ruari
Mold passing the ball into Bradley Down who slotted it past the helpless
keeper. Into the second half, United dominated the game but just didn't
seem to be able to score again. The final score was 1-0 to United.
Richard
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STOKE HILL 2 CENTRAL UTD 4
Stoke Hill took an early lead after a cross whipped
in from the right-hand side landed onto the unmarked man at the back
post, and straight into the corner of the net. Halfway through the first
half, Central spawned a break on the right with Leon Ryder-Potter who was
fouled just on the edge of the box and Ryder-Potter got up to take the
free kick and curled it round the wall and post into the corner, to make
the scores level. Two tap-ins by Ben Haigh made it 3-1 at half time. Into
the second half, James Pearce struck a clean shot into the top corner of
the Stoke Hill net. In the last 5 minutes, Stoke Hill scored a second,
consolation goal. With the last kick of the game Stoke Hill fired a
shot heading for the top right-hand corner, but Cain Garry performed
a miraculous save to deny Stoke Hill a third goal.
Richard
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KENTISBEARE 0 CENTRAL CITY 8
On a wet a very muddy pitch Goalie Jake Newman's sheet
was the only thing kept clean! Central City seemingly cruised to victory
with 4 goals from Bradley Down, 3 from Jim Shepherd and 1 from Sebastian
Lewis. In truth it was a great team performance which neutralised the known
attacking threat of Kentisbeare. Once again Will Tutchings and Reece Allen
made a formidable barrier in defence and keeper Jake Newman was able to mop
up the few attempts on goal that made it past them, whilst Thomas Roome and
Richard Deeshapland provided the dynamic link in midfield.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 4 SIDMOUTH RAIDERS 3
Central City extended their unbeaten run to 9 matches in
two thrilling encounters with the Sidmouth Teams. City scored first against
the Raiders after 5 minutes when Jim Shepherd played the ball out wide for
Sebastian Lewis to cross in and find Bradley Down who turned it in. Sidmouth
replied from a free kick which a Sidmouth player glanced a header past Jake
Newman in the Central goal. Reece Allen scored City's second with a long range
shot from just inside the Sidmouth half. Sidmouth scored early in the second
half when a cruel bounce took the ball over substitute keeper William Johns
head. It was looking to be all square until a few minutes from the end when
City scored twice in quick succession through Bradley Down and then Jim Shepherd.
In the dying seconds Sidmouth got one back when Central deflected a corner into
their own net.
Chris
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CENTRAL CITY 0 SIDMOUTH WARRIORS 0
Central City and Sidmouth Warriors fought out an enthralling
battle in swirling and strengthening wind. Both teams played lovely football and
had chances. William Tutchings and Thomas Roome came close for City.
Chris
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CENTRAL UTD 0 SIDMOUTH WARRIORS 5
A disappointing result for United after a good performance for
the majority of the match. Weakened by the absence of two key players this game
was always going to be a struggle. Billy Curran played well in defence and Aidan
Pring showed again what a good player he is.
Richard
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CENTRAL UTD 1 SIDMOUTH RAIDERS 1
An excellent performance by United who were strengthened by
Jake Newman's calm and experience in goal. United took advantage of a favourable
breeze in the first half, and after a series of corners Ruari Mold popped up in
the goal area to thread the ball past a dumbfounded Sidmouth defence. Despite
playing into the wind in the second half United continued to make chances and
Richard Deeshapland produced a menu of silky skills that nearly led to a second
goal. The draw was a fair result in an excellent match.
Richard
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WESTEXE 1 CENTRAL CITY 0
Central City went behind to a long range Oliver Johnson
strike in the first half. Jake Newman made a save of real quality diving
high up to his top left corner to prevent a second long range fizzer going
in and keeping Central in it. Central continued to play well and created
good chances with Bradley Down hitting the post and Jim Shepherd foiled
by some excellent goal keeping when through one-on-one. Jacques Croze came
on and made his debut for Central at right back.
Chris
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ALPHINGTON 1 CENTRAL CITY 2
A tough game saw Central City come out on top against
Alphington. There was exciting end to end play. Central's first goal game
from a brilliant piece of play when Thomas Roome picked up the ball in
mid field, beat his man and put Seb Lewis down the left wing who turned
his defender and crossed to a waiting Bradley Down who kept a cool head
and fired it in - a move of real class. Alphington pressed City and were
unlucky to find Central's left back Will Tutchings and Keeper Jake Newman
in excellent form even when well outnumbered on quick counter attacks.
Alphington drew level early in the second half with a well met long range shot.
Central soaked up more pressure and then Reece Allen sealed the game when he
fired home from about 20 metres out.
Chris
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ALPHINGTON 8 CENTRAL UTD 1
Central reached halftime stage of this match only a goal
behind. It is fair to say they could easily have been in the lead. A second
half collapse saw William Johns making several fine saves despite his defence
appearing to go on a short holiday. United will have to be far more disciplined
in the future. James Pearce snatched a late consolation goal.
Richard
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WEST EXE 3 CENTRAL UTD 2
A fine reply to the previous game United were strengthened
in defence by the late arrival of Billy Curran and looked to be in the game
despite being two goals behind at half-time. A fine second half performance
resulted in two good goals from Aidan Pring after great work from Ben Haigh.
United didn't deserve the cruel fate of a late winner but played with real
style and determination.
Richard
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DAWLISH 0 CENTRAL CITY 2
Central City are through to the final of the U9 cup. Central
City came out on top of a very close match against Dawlish thanks to two goals
from Bradley Down. Mid way through the first half Brad headed in a from a well
taken corner by Will Tutchings . Dawlish fought back throughout the second half
putting Central under sustained pressure. Will Tutchings and Reece Allen were
magnificant holding things at the back and relief came with 5 minutes to go when
Thomas Roome put Bradley Down through to score his second.
Chris
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BRIXINGTON BLUES 2 CENTRAL UTD 0
Shocked by an early goal United quickly realised that Brixington
were a good team and they would have to defend well to avoid a heavy defeat. This was
exactly what they did with good tackling from Ben Haigh and Billy Curran. Trailing by
two goals at half time United created two good chances and may well have earned a draw
but for the cruel intervention of fate.
Richard
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BROADCLYST 4 CENTRAL UTD 3
Classically a game of two halves saw United leading 3-1 at half time
and perhaps feeling a little over confident. Cain Garry scored twice during a short escape
from his goalkeeping duties and Ben Haigh popped up in the goal area to score a good goal.
The second half rout never happened and the enthusiasm to attack left alot of gaps in
defence. Broadclyst played well and in the end deserved the victory.
Richard
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HEAVITREE KESTRELS 0 CENTRAL CITY 0
A 0-0 scoreline seemed unbelievable with the number of
chances Central City had against the kestrels. Thomas Roome and Jim Shepherd
hit the cross bar and Seb Lewis fired just inches over from long range.
Chris
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HEAVITREE BUZZARDS 1 CENTRAL CITY 1
A performance well below par saw Central City draw 1-1
with the Buzzards. Reece Allen scored a good goal given an unusual chance
to play up front. Will Tutchings and Richard Deeshapland came close in the
second half but overall Central City failed take control of the game and paid
the price when the Buzzards equalised with a few minutes to go.
Chris
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HEAVITREE BUZZARDS 0 CENTRAL UTD 5
One of United's best performances of the season was
built on good defending and thoughtful passing. United looked the stronger
side throughout the game and Cain Garry was not really troubled in the United
goal. Aidan Pring continued his fine form and scored three goals. Leon Ryder Potter
enhanced his reputation as a free kick specialist, hammering the ball into the goal
from the edge of the area. Finally, United forced a mistake that led to an own goal
and it would have been a very happy dressing room - had there been one.
Richard
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HEAVITREE KESTRELS 0 CENTRAL UTD 4
Another match in which United showed quite irresistable form.
James Pearce grasped the Barclays man of the match award with three goals and
excellent passing with the ever improving Aidan Pring. William Johns had a confident
game in goal which allowed Cain Garry to break into a sweat, supporting the excellent
defensive play of Billy Curran and Ben Haigh. Pressure? It comes with the territory.
Richard
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TIVERTON TOWN 2 CENTRAL CITY 1
Tiverton took the lead in the first half with a diving header
from a corner. Central played well and came back strongly in the second half. A
long clearance from Jim Shepherd in goal was flicked on by Thomas Roome into the
path of Bradley Down who coolly slotted it through the legs of the advancing
keeper. Seb Lewis saw a well taken free kick marvellously saved from under the
bar, Everything was looking set for a deserved draw until a moment of brilliance
from Tiverton within seconds of the final whistle when a shot from a tight angle
out on the touchline flew into the top corner of Central's goal. If you have to lose
the last game of the season in the last minute then at least it was from a goal that
was well worth it.
Chris
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