In a commanding performance, FCS U13 secured a resounding 6-0 victory over ???? ???? ??? ????? during their league away match at ??? ????? on 11 October 2024. The match kicked off at 1:00 pm, and the young players showcased their skills and teamwork throughout the 80 minutes of play.
FCS U13 lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, designed to maximise their attacking potential while maintaining a solid defensive structure. The back four consisted of a left defender, a central defensive pairing, and a right defender, providing a strong foundation. In midfield, a central midfielder was flanked by a left midfielder and a right midfielder, tasked with both supporting the attack and tracking back to assist the defence. Up front, a striker was supported by two forwards on either side, aiming to exploit any gaps in the opposition's defence.
The substitutes for FCS U13 included ??? ?????, ????? ????, ??????, ??? ????, and ????, who would later play crucial roles in the match.
The first half saw a shaky start for FCS U13, with ???? ????? making a misplaced pass in the 7th minute, which could have led to an early opportunity for the opponents. However, ??? ???? quickly responded with an attempt in the 18th minute, but his shot was saved, reflecting the pressure FCS U13 was beginning to apply. Unfortunately, ????? again faltered with another misplaced pass shortly after, but the team remained resolute.
The breakthrough came in the 29th minute when ??? ???? found the net, assisted by ??? ????, giving FCS U13 a well-deserved lead. As the first half drew to a close, the score stood at 1-0, with FCS U13 looking to build on their advantage.
The second half commenced with FCS U13 maintaining their momentum. Just five minutes in, ??? ???? had another shot saved, followed by attempts from both ???? and ??????, but the opposition's goalkeeper was equal to the task. In the 44th minute, ??? ???? scored, assisted by ???? ???, extending the lead to 2-0.
The 47th minute was a flurry of activity, with multiple attempts from FCS U13, including a stunning long pass from ???? ????????? that set up ?????? for a goal, making it 3-0. The young forward scored with a right-footed shot from outside the box, showcasing his finishing ability.
As the match progressed, FCS U13 continued to dominate, with goals coming thick and fast. In the 61st minute, ???? ????????? scored, assisted by ???? ???, further solidifying their control of the game. The substitutions began in the 62nd minute, with ??? ????? replacing ???? ?????, followed by ????? ???? coming on for ?????? in the 68th minute.
In the 69th minute, ??? ???? scored his second goal of the match, assisted by ????? ????, bringing the score to 5-0. The relentless pressure from FCS U13 was evident as they continued to create chances, despite a few mistakes from players like ????? and ????.
As the match neared its conclusion, ?????? came on for ???? in the 80th minute, and shortly after, ??? ???? replaced ??? ????. The final substitution saw ???? come on for ???? ????? in the 82nd minute. In the 85th minute, ?????? capped off the scoring with a goal, assisted by ????, sealing a comprehensive 6-0 victory for FCS U13.
This match not only highlighted the attacking prowess of FCS U13 but also showcased their ability to recover from early mistakes, demonstrating their potential for the season ahead.