In a spirited league encounter at Prairie 3G on 9 March 2025, Inter Pro Green faced off against Junior Hoops U12 Gorillas, ultimately succumbing to a 3-1 defeat. The match kicked off at 9:00 am, with both teams eager to secure vital points in the league standings.
Inter Pro Green lined up in a 3-3-2 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for attacking flexibility. Cooper Brown took his place in goal, shielded by a trio of defenders: Noah Evans in the centre, flanked by Laurentiu Catavel on the right and Orin Earnshaw on the left. The midfield was composed of Yousif Al-Kaisy on the right, Jasper Edwards centrally, and Arlie Holden on the left, while Rory Farquhar and Charlie Brown led the line as forwards. The substitutes included Aseel Jouher, who would later make an impact on the game.
The match began with an early attempt from Charlie Brown, whose shot was saved just a minute in, signalling Inter Pro Green's intent. Noah Evans quickly followed up with a clearance to maintain pressure on the Gorillas. However, it was Arlie Holden who continued the assault, only to see his effort saved as well.
Defensively, Jasper Edwards made a crucial tackle in the third minute, showcasing the team's commitment to both attack and defence. Cooper Brown, the goalkeeper, demonstrated his skills with an interception in the fifth minute, ensuring that the Gorillas' advances were thwarted. Laurentiu Catavel then attempted a shot in the sixth minute, but it sailed high, reflecting the early frustrations of Inter Pro Green.
As the match progressed, Orin Earnshaw made an interception in the seventh minute, while Holden's persistence saw him attempt another shot in the tenth minute, which was again saved. Despite their efforts, the Gorillas struck first in the 14th minute, scoring from close range inside the box, putting Inter Pro Green on the back foot.
In the 15th minute, Aseel Jouher was introduced, replacing Rory Farquhar, who had been pivotal in the early stages. The Gorillas continued to apply pressure, but Laurentiu Catavel responded with a tackle in the 18th minute, while Jasper Edwards made a long key pass shortly after, indicating Inter Pro's attempts to regain control.
Yousif Al-Kaisy's shot in the 20th minute was saved, and Noah Evans made another clearance shortly thereafter, but the Gorillas' defence held firm. The first half concluded with a flurry of activity, including a wide attempt from Charlie Brown and a full-stretch save from Cooper Brown, who was proving to be a reliable last line of defence.
The second half began with a substitution as Rory Farquhar returned to the pitch, replacing Arlie Holden due to injury. However, the Gorillas quickly extended their lead in the 41st minute, scoring another close-range goal following a scramble in the box.
Aseel Jouher made a notable contribution in the 43rd minute with a long key pass, creating a chance that he unfortunately could not convert, as his subsequent attempt went wide. Laurentiu Catavel and Orin Earnshaw continued to defend resolutely, making tackles and interceptions to keep the Gorillas at bay.
In a moment of brilliance, Charlie Brown found the net in the 45th minute with a stunning strike from outside the area, giving Inter Pro Green a glimmer of hope. However, the Gorillas responded swiftly, scoring yet again in the 51st minute during a goalmouth scramble, pushing the score to 3-1.
Cooper Brown's goalkeeping skills were on display as he made several crucial saves, including a parry in the 54th minute and another in the 55th minute, demonstrating his determination to keep his side in the contest. A final substitution saw Jasper Edwards return to the pitch, replacing Yousif Al-Kaisy in the 56th minute.
As the match drew to a close, Arlie Holden had one last attempt saved in the 59th minute, but it was clear that the Gorillas had done enough to secure the victory. Despite the loss, Inter Pro Green showed resilience and determination throughout the match, laying the groundwork for future performances.
