Match Report: Stevenage Borough Juniors U16 Giants vs. FC Comets Hitchin U16 Red Date: 15 September 2024 Kick-off: 10:00 am Venue: Tower Cl, Little Wymondley, Hitchin SG4 7JG
In an exhilarating league encounter, the Stevenage Borough Juniors U16 Giants secured a commanding 4-1 victory against FC Comets Hitchin U16 Red.
Line-ups: Stevenage Borough Juniors U16 Giants (3-4-3): Goalkeeper: Saba Rajaloo Defenders: C.J Meadows, Joel Adeniyi, Cole Barnes Midfielders: Reegan Spencer, Jack Kenward, George Hallam, Archie Briars Forwards: Masireh Sidibeh, Ally Ashter, Khaya Ngwenya Substitutes: Adrian Ciosek, Trystan Acebuque, Michael Sarpong, Charlie Dempster, Joseph Akhidenor
First Half: The first half was a tense affair with limited scoring opportunities for either side. The Giants took the lead early on when C.J Meadows opened the scoring with a well-placed header from close range, assisted by Khaya Ngwenya from a corner kick. Despite notable attempts from Masireh Sidibeh and Jack Kenward, both were thwarted by the opposition goalkeeper.
As the half progressed, the Giants wrestled control, limiting the opposition to very few efforts at their goal. The defense, marshalled effectively by Cole, Meadows and Adeniyi, and later with the introduction of Trystan Acebuque kept the Comets at bay. The first half concluded with the Giants leading 1-0.
Second Half: The second half saw the Giants extend their lead shortly after the restart. Adrian Ciosek, latched on to a great through ball from Charlie Dempster, scoring a stunning lob from outside the box. However, the Comets responded quickly, narrowing the deficit to 2-1 with a well-placed shot from inside the area.
The Comets had a player sent off after a reckless tackle on George Hallam. The Giants reacted poorly to the sending off by handing the Comets the initiative, only an excellent recovery run and tackle by Joseph Akhidenor prevented what looked like a nailed on goal. Soon after a certain equaliser was thwarted by Saba Rajaloo with a brave dive at the attackers feet.
The Giants regained their composure and their two-goal advantage, with George Hallam and Jack Kenward taking control of the midfield, Khaya Ngwenya scored the Giants third with a lovely guided header, converting a cross from Jack Kenward. With the score at 3-1, the Giants continued to press for more goals, and their efforts were rewarded when Masireh Sidibeh took control of a clever quick throw-in by Joel Adeniyi, rounding the keeper and slotting into an empty net, to make it 4-1.
As the match drew to a close, the Giants made several tactical substitutions to maintain their momentum and control the game. The introduction of fresh legs helped to sustain their attacking threat while ensuring defensive solidity. The final whistle confirmed a resounding 4-1 victory for the Stevenage Borough Juniors U16 Giants, highlighting their dominance and effectiveness in front of goal.
Final Score: Stevenage Borough Juniors U16 Giants 4 - 1 FC Comets Hitchin U16 Red
Next fixture: Home v Panshanger U16 Tigers
