Milton & Fulston Utd Vs. Lordswood Youth (11-09-11)
Match 1 – Milton & Fulston Utd 2 – 3 Lordswood Youth
A great match to start the season with! It was the away team who took the lead, but the home team were always a threat, and great link up play between Lewis Baker and Jack Ansett led to an equaliser for the former. Alex Hogbin had a great game in midfield, and Callum Frampton worked hard from the back pushing his team onwards. Lordswood again went ahead early in the second half, but the Zebras fought back again, this time Ansett equalising for the home team. As both teams pushed for a winner, it was the visitors who nicked it, and try as they might, Milton & Fulston were unable to come back a third time. Zebras keeper David Baker also deserves a mention for a brilliant performance, and keeping his team in the game.
Match 2 – Milton & Fulston Utd 4 – 3 Lordswood Youth
Another end to end game, that saw the home side go ahead through Jordan Collins, after great work down the left by Reece Bishop. And the lead doubled before half time, with Bishop getting his first of the game, and it looked like the Zebras were coasting. But early in the second half, Lordswood pulled a goal back to get the nerves jangling. Home keeper Charlie Whent was superb, and made several match winning saves. However, the two goal lead was restored after an unfortunate own goal from the visitors defence. Trying to see out the game, Bishop played a loan striker role, but it paid off when he broke free to claim his second, and put the home team 4-1 up. Lordswood pushed on though, and when their second followed shortly after, they swarmed over Milton & Fulston. Danny Wells and Liam Parker worked tirelessly to keep the away team out, but they got it back to 4-3 and hit the post. But they held on to share the points overall.
Woodpecker HI Vs. Milton & Fulston Utd (
Match 1 - Woodpecker HI 0 – 1 Milton & Fulston Utd
This was a hard fought match, not for the faint hearted. But it was decided by a single first half goal from the visitor's Thomas Upton, who's speculative shot caught the keeper off guard and the ball squirmed over the line. The home side pressed hard for an equaliser, particularly late in the second half, but Milton & Fulston's keeper Charlie Whent made some superb match winning saves that earned his team 3 points. The Zebra's Reece Bishop and Jordan Collins also worked really hard, but it was a great team effort.
Match 2 – Woodpecker HI 3 – 1 Milton & Fulston Utd
A ten minute spell where Milton & Fulston United lost concentration, saw Woodpeckers score almost at will and take a 3-0 lead early in the second half, and put the game beyond the visitors. But this season, the Zebras are made of sterner stuff, and tried to fight their way back. And when Lewis Baker made it 3-1 after good work by Jack Ansett, no-one would have put a comeback beyond them. However, a few knocks and injuries slowed their progress, and the home side's defence held out to claim the points.
Rainham Eagles Utd Vs. Milton & Fulston Utd (
Game 1 - Rainham Eagles Utd 0 - 1 Milton & Fulston Utd
A fairly even game, but it was the visitors who took the points when, after some good team work, Lewis Baker slotted home his third goal in three games during the second half. Rainham couldn't break down a strong Zebras defence, and on the occasions when they did, Milton & Fulston keeper David Baker was more than up to the challenge. Two players who stood out for the away team were defender Haiden Ormerod, and midfielder Danny Wells, who never stopped running and didn't give the home side any time to settle on the ball. A deserved win.
Game 2 - Rainham Eagles Utd 1 – 3 Milton & Fulston Utd
This game saw a first for the visitors, when keeper Charlie Whent scored from his own penalty area, kicking the ball from his hands, two bounces and over his opposite number to open the scoring. But the Eagles levelled from a corner, as Whent accidentally palmed the ball into his own net. However, the points were won as the Zebras Jack Ansett grabbed a brace to win the game. They were unfortunate not to add to the score, with good chances for Cameron Rye and Alex Hogbin, but with 3 squad players missing, and the teams shuffled, it was a great all round performance.
Match 1 - Strood Utd 3 – 1 Milton & Fulston Utd
Following their recent good run of form, Milton & Fulston were brought down to earth with a bump at Strood. Despite falling behind, they did manage to equalise from a corner when Jack Ansett nipped in to get his 4th goal of the campaign. But Strood were up for the physical challenge, and rarely looked like losing control of the game. And after re-establishing their lead in the second half, the visitors let their heads drop and couldn't fight back. Zebras keeper Charlie Whent did a good job, but he and his defenders were often left to fend for themselves against the counter attack. Strood were well worth their win.
Match 2 - Strood Utd 5 – 1 Milton & Fulston Utd
The second game followed a similar pattern as the first, but Strood were more clinical with their finishing to inflict the Zebras heaviest defeat of the season. Again the home side took the lead, but when Reece Bishop equalised for the visitors, a closer match was expected. Danny Wells and Thomas Upton both had good chances for Milton & Fulston, but Strood took the lead again, and the away team failed to respond. Again, were it not for keeper David Baker, the home team could have had more, as he saved a penalty and made a brilliant point blank save too. This was a wake up call for Milton & Fulston who'll be looking to next weeks home match to bounce back.
Milton & Fulston United Vs. Rainham Eagles Utd (
Game 1 -
After last weeks loss, Milton & Fulston United were determined bounce back, and the first game saw them put in a dominating performance that led to their biggest win of the season so far. Captain Callum Frampton opened the scoring from the penalty spot following a handball, and Lewis Baker got the first of his hat-trick before half time. Zebras keeper David Baker had nothing to do for the majority of the game, and when Lewis got his second, the result never looked in doubt. Jack Ansett grabbed the fourth, and Baker completed his haul late on. A superb confidence boosting display.
Game 2 - Milton & Fulston Utd 0 – 1 Rainham Eagles Utd
A much tighter second game, and it was a late goal that decided what seemed an almost certain draw. There was end to end action for the whole game, and Reece Bishop had the best chances for the home side, but found Eagles keeper equal to his efforts. Jordan Collins and Haiden Ormerod stood strong at the back for the Zebras, though it was a late deflected effort that found it's way into the net to give Rainham the points. Cameron Rye and Joe Gooderson pushed for a goal late on, but this wasn't their day. Hard work and effort from both teams, and very competitive.
Wigmore Youth Wanderers Vs. Milton & Fulston Utd (23-10-11)
Game 1 - Wigmore Youth Wanderers 2 – 1 Milton & Fulston Utd
A close fought match, but despite taking the lead when Thomas Upton chipped the goalkeeper for Milton & Fulston, the home team fought back to take the points.
Zebras defenders Liam Parker and Haiden Ormerod worked hard to protect stand-in keeper Jack Ansett. Lewis Baker chased many a lost cause, and Callum Frampton's free kicks and corners also caused Wigmore problems. But a physically stronger home side made their possession pay off and take the points. But the hard work of the visitors should not go without note.
Game 2 - Wigmore Youth Wanderers 4 – 4 Milton & Fulston Utd
A great comeback from the Zebras late on to level the match despite leading 2-1 early on. The visitors Alex Hogbin open the scoring, direct from a corner, but Wigmore soon levelled from the penalty spot after stand-in keeper Reece Bishop was adjudged to have brought down their forward in the box. Jordan Collins restored the lead, but the home side had a strong start to the second half and soon went 4-2 ahead. However, Milton & Fulston put on a great late show, as Collins completed his hat trick to make it 4-4, and despite pushing, a winner could not be found. Danny Wells also deserves a mention for a great performance in midfield.
Thamesview Youth Rangers Vs. Milton & Fulston Utd (
Game 1 - Thamesview Youth Rangers 1 – 0 Milton & Fulston Utd
A tight game that swung on a refereeing decision. A strong Thamesview team had the best of the play, but the Zebras defence was coping with whatever was thrown at them. Milton & Fulston's Liam Parker was outstanding at the back, but the game swung when his defensive partner Haiden Ormerod got hit in the face by the ball. The referee blew his whistle to allow him treatment, but the home side played on and put the ball in the net. The goal was given, despite the visitors stopping. The Zebras fought back, and Reece Bishop had a couple of good chances to level the game. Cameron Rye and Alex Hogbin also worked hard, but frustratingly, time ran out.
Game 2 - Thamesview Youth Rangers 0 – 3 Milton & Fulston Utd
In a reverse of the first game, Milton & Fulston were rarely troubled in match two, the only disappointment being they never scored more. Lewis Baker continued his great season by opening the scoring, but the biggest cheer was for Danny Wells, scoring his first goal for the club. Jack Ansett got the third, but there were several other opportunities to improve their goal difference. Callum Frampton's free kick went close, and Baker hit a post. A good performance all round.
Milton & Fulston Utd Vs. New Road (
Game 1 -
A dominant performance from the home side saw them get their biggest win of the season so far. Front two Jordan Collins (3) and Reece Bishop (2) added to their goal tallies and defender Liam Parker's deflected cross made it six goals. But it could have been more, as Cameron Rye and Parker both could have added to the score. Zebras keeper Charlie Whent was a virtual spectator, as his defence stood strong in front of him. Defender Alex Hogbin, and sub Haiden Ormerod were great at the back, and midfielder Thomas Upton put in a great shift, earning him the man of the match award.
Game 2 - Milton & Fulston Utd 5 – 2 New Road
The second match took a while to get into gear, but when Zebras captain, Callum Frampton opened the scoring following a great run from his own half, it seemed that a similar pattern to the first match might follow. But
Milton & Fulston Utd Vs. Wigmore Youth Wanderers (
Game 1 -
Another solid display from the home side saw them follow last weeks double home win with another. And for the second week in a row, Jordan Collins scored a hat trick. Strike partner Reece Bishop was unfortunate not to score, as he had several chances to add to his goal tally. Naming an unchanged line-up from last week, the home side were always in control of the game, and keeper Charlie Whent had little to do. Defenders Alex Hogbin and Liam Parker were excellent at the back, restricting Wigmore's access to the goal. Thomas Upton was very dependable in midfield, as were subs Cameron Rye and Haiden Ormerod, who all contributed to this excellent performance.
Game 2 - Milton & Fulston Utd 2 – 1 Wigmore Youth Wanderers
The second match was much tighter, but a brilliant free kick from Zebras captain Callum Frampton, ensured the home side took all the points. Lewis Baker had opened he scoring in the first half, popping up to tap home at the far post after good work from Jack Ansett. But Wigmore equalised after a counter attack saw them break down the left, cross the ball and finish smartly. The second half was end to end stuff, and it seemed a draw could be on the cards, until a fine run from Baker saw him win a free kick just outside the area. That's when Frampton stepped up to fire the ball into the top right hand corner of the goal. Wigmore pushed on for an equaliser, but the home side were strong and held on.
Milton & Fulston Utd Vs. Thamesview Youth Rangers (
Game 1 -
An extremely tight and tense game saw a rare scoreless game, but it was the home side that created the best chances, and were unlucky not to nick the points. Zebras defenders Luke Swift and Callum Frampton were brilliant and thwarted many of Thamesview's attacks long before they reached keeper David Baker. Unfortunately, attackers Jack Ansett and Lewis Baker seemed to have left their shooting boots at home, as the ball never seemed to fall kindly enough to land the killer blow. Their good run of form left the boys a little disappointed not to win, but a clean sheet at least was a reward for their efforts.
Game 2 - Milton & Fulston Utd 3 – 0 Thamesview Youth Rangers
The second match was followed much to the home side's game plan. Aware of the more powerful and physical Thamesview team, the Zebras made sure the visitors never made it count with quick movement and passing, and eventually broke through when Thomas Upton slotted home. Again, the defence held strong with Liam Parker, Alex Hogbin and sub Haiden Ormerod working really hard. And the hard worked paid off as Jordan Collins made it 8 goals in 3 games with a brace to put the result beyond doubt. Captain Reece Bishop and Upton had strong games in midfield, and the effort the team put in paid off.
Milton & Fulston Utd Vs.
Game 1 -
A comfortable win for the home side who moved up to second in the league with two wins against a spirited
Game 2 - Milton & Fulston Utd 2 – 1
Game two was a much tighter game, and it was the visitors who went ahead when a cross was parried by keeper Charlie Whent onto the post, and the ball ran into the centre of the box to be tapped home. The cold had affected the home team who took a while to warm up, but the Zebras Thomas Upton equalised with a smart finish before half time. And despite Jordan Collins getting the winner in the second half, it was his keeper, Whent, who made several great saves to keep his team in the game. Both teams pushed each other to the limit, but Milton & Fulston held on.
Milton & Fulston Utd Vs. Strood 87 (
Game 1 -
Two cracking games for the home side played in difficult conditions saw lots of goals. The first game saw the Zebras' Lewis Baker grab a hat trick, and strike partner Jack Ansett get a brace. The rain and muddy pitch played a part, and Strood proved they weren't going to lie down hitting back with a couple of goals of their own. But an own goal, along with one from captain Callum Frampton and a first league goal for defender Luke Swift made the result a comfortable one for Milton and Fulston.
Game 2 - Milton & Fulston Utd 7 - 2 Strood 87
The second match went pretty much the same way as the first, but most of the goals were scored in the first half. As the rain eased up, Reece Bishop scored four goals, and strike partner Jordan Collins got two. Again, Strood kept a foot in the game by grabbing a couple of goals. Cameron
Strood 87 Vs. Milton & Fulston Utd (
Game 1 - Strood 87 0 – 3 Milton & Fulston Utd
In their last game of 2011, Milton & Fulston finished the year off with another win, as their recent good form continued. Despite the cold, the boys worked hard, and were well worth their win. Zebras keeper Charlie Whent had little to do, and once Thomas Upton opened the scoring, the visitors never looked back, creating several chances. Jordan Collins also grabbed a brace, and Reece Bishop and Cameron Rye also had good efforts to increase the score. Defender Liam Parker broke several times from his defensive position, making some mazy runs and was also unlucky not to score. A solid away performance.
Game 2 - Strood 87 2 – 4 Milton & Fulston Utd
The second game became more difficult when the sleet and snow came, and the home side put in a sterling display. When Zebras captain Callum Frampton opened the scoring, it seemed the match might go the way of the first, but Strood equalised with a fine volley from a corner. Into the second half, it was end to end before Jack Ansett put the visitors ahead again. It led to a nervy finish, and with 5 minutes to go, the home side equalised again, and it looked like the points were to be shared. Strood 87 pushed on, sensing a winner, but that led to a break, and Lewis Baker grabbed what seemed to be the winning goal. However, with a few minutes left, Strood valiantly tried to equalise for a third time, but the same thing happened and Baker grabbed his second of the game with another breakaway goal right on the final whistle. A fantastic match to watch, and end the year with. It followed a similar pattern as the first, but Strood were more clinical with their finishing to inflict the Zebras heaviest defeat of the season. Again the home side took the lead, but when Reece Bishop equalised for the visitors, a closer match was expected. Danny Wells and Thomas Upton both had good chances for Milton & Fulston, but Strood took the lead again, and the away team failed to respond. Again, were it not for keeper David Baker, the home team could have had more, as he saved a penalty and made a brilliant point blank save too. This was a wake up call for Milton & Fulston who'll be looking to next weeks home match to bounce back.
Thamesview Youth Vs. Milton & Fulston Utd (League Cup) (
Game 1 - Thamesview Youth 4 – 2 Milton & Fulston Utd
A cracking cup tie, as 2nd division Milton & Fulston United took on Thamesview Youth from division 1. And it was a game that went all the way, and could have gone either way. In the first game, it was the home side who went ahead, but the Zebras Lewis Baker soon equalised with a fine finish. But after the Thamesview went ahead again, Baker grabbed his second, with an even better goal. The first division team took the lead a third time, but as the visitors pushed to equalise for a third time, they fell behind further. There were many chances for both sides, and visiting keeper David Baker made some great saves to keep his side in the tie.
Game 2 - Thamesview Youth 2 – 3 Milton & Fulston Utd
In the second game, it was the visitors on the front foot, and they went ahead through Jordan Collins, only for Thamesview to equalise soon after. Reece Bishop restored the Zebras lead with a great effort, and the match went end to end for much of the game. But late in the second half, the home side snatched their second equaliser, and looked to be going though to round two. But Milton & Fulston pushed hard, and with a minute to go, Alex Hogbin snatched the winner at the back post to take the game to extra time.
Extra-Time - Thamesview Youth 0 – 0 Milton & Fulston Utd
Extra time was over in a flash, as it finished goal-less. No stand out chances for either side, but it was still end to end stuff. The tension of a penalty shoot-out was looming. So then it came down to spot kicks. After 5 kicks each, it was 2-2. David Baker saved two Thamesview efforts in a great display. But as the keepers took the 6th kick, Thamesview scored after saving the visitors effort.
A great game, and no-one left feeling down after such a brilliant display.
Thamesview Youth win on penalties 3-2
Game 1 -
Following last weeks cup defeat, Milton & Fulston seemed to lose their spark as they resumed their league campaign. Lewis Baker grabbed the winner with his 19th goal of the season, and a fine finish it was, lobbing the onrushing keeper after being put through on goal. But it was the only bright spark of the match, even though Zebras keeper David Baker had little to do. Both teams failed to make a major impression on the game, but the freezing temperature may have played its part. Jack Ansett had a good game, ensuring that the three points stayed with the visitors.
Game 2 -
Things got worse for the away side in the second game, as they fell behind early on and never looked like getting back into the game. Jordan Collins tried hard to force his team back into contention, and his captain Callum Frampton went close with a couple of free kicks. But when the home side went two up, it was obvious the game was theirs. Matters got worse when Collins went off after kicking the ground during an effort on goal, and a hospital visit confirmed ligament damage to his 5th metatarsal. A third goal compounded the day, and Milton & Fulston will have to up their game for next weeks visit to the league leaders, Lordswood Youth.
Lordswood Youth Vs. Milton & Fulston Utd (
Game 1 - Lordswood Youth 2 – 0 Milton & Fulston Utd
A fascinating game lay ahead between two teams who know each other well, and always seem to bring the best out of one another. But it was Lordswood who took advantage of a lapse in concentration at the back to open the scoring. The Zebras Jack Ansett had a great game, and covered every blade of grass for his team, but it sometimes left the visitors short up front, and that lack of cutting edge was the problem, as the home side went 2-0 up in the second half, as the ball broke free to leave Lordswood only the keeper to beat, and they duly slotted home. A tough, well-matched game.
Game 2 - Lordswood Youth 2 – 0 Milton & Fulston Utd
The second game went almost the same way as the first. After a goal-less first half though, it looked like it could go either way, both teams with their chances, but Lordswood always looked the more likely. And midway through the second half, the home side broke the dead-lock. But for a while, it looked like the Zebras may get back into it, Reece Bishop and Cameron Rye both having good chances. But on a break, Lordswood got the telling second goal, and the visitors never looked like getting back into it. Although the score lines may not show it directly, Lordswood were made to work hard for their points today, as Milton & Fulston United put in a better performance than last week, but came away for nothing to show for their efforts.
Milton & Fulston Utd Vs. Strood 87 (
Game 1 -
Two great cup games saw Strood 87 put in a great effort to come back from 2-0 down in the first to give the home side a scare. The Zebras Cameron Rye got the opener following Thomas Upton's well taken corner. Rye could have had a hat trick, twice more in the game through on goal, but the keeper did well on both occasions. But when Reece Bishop put Milton & Fulston 2-0 up, it seemed the match was going one way. But Strood 87 showed great spirit to fight back, and once it was level, the match was end to end. Either team could have snatched it, but it ended level to set up the all important second match.
Game 2 - Milton & Fulston Utd 3 – 0 Strood 87
After a slightly nervy start, the second game soon settled, and it was the home side who took advantage, as Lewis Baker opened the scoring with a cool finish. Zebras keeper David Baker had little to do, as his team mates worked to break Strood down, but it wasn't until midway through the second half that the pressure told, as Baker grabbed his second of the game, and his 21st of the season. And shortly after, William Dowling capped his best performance with his first goal of the campaign. The visitors keeper did well to keep the score down, but it was Milton & Fulston United who progressed to the quarter-finals.
