In a thrilling league encounter on 3rd November 2024, Totteridge FC Yellows faced off against Ruislip Rangers Blues at an away venue, securing a resounding victory with a final score of 7-3. The match kicked off at 10:00 am and showcased a display of attacking football from both sides, but it was Totteridge who emerged dominant.
Totteridge FC Yellows lined up in a 3-4-3 formation, designed to maximise their attacking prowess while maintaining defensive solidity. Rory Fairless took his place in goal, shielded by a trio of defenders: Oleg Krivosic in the centre, flanked by Veera Manivannan on the right and Muhammad Hussain on the left. The midfield was anchored by Tatenda Makoni and Noah Brereton, with Chaise Duff and Sulaiman Ali providing width on the right and left flanks respectively. Up front, Nico Cox and Kathirsan Losuthan supported striker Muhammad Ali Qarni, who was expected to lead the line and convert chances into goals.
The substitutes for the match included Logan Paulse, who would later make a significant impact, and the returning Noah Brereton, who was substituted early on but re-entered the fray shortly after.
The match began with an electric start as Muhammad Ali Qarni opened the scoring for Totteridge in the 4th minute, converting a short pass from Tatenda Makoni inside the box with a precise right-footed shot. However, Ruislip Rangers Blues responded swiftly, equalising in the 17th minute with a stunning long-range effort that left the Totteridge defence stunned.
In the 26th minute, Sulaiman Ali restored Totteridge's lead with a brilliant solo goal, assisted by Nico Cox, who provided a short pass that allowed Ali to unleash a right-footed strike. The momentum continued to swing in Totteridge's favour as Logan Paulse, who had come on for Noah Brereton in the 11th minute, scored two quick goals in the 36th and 38th minutes. The first was a well-executed team move, finished with a right-footed shot, while the second was a powerful header from close range, courtesy of a precise cross from Nico Cox.
As the first half drew to a close, Totteridge led 4-1, but the match was far from over. Just after the break, Ruislip Rangers Blues managed to pull one back in the 43rd minute, reigniting their hopes. However, Totteridge quickly responded, with Logan Paulse scoring his third goal of the match in the 57th minute, executing a lob from outside the box after receiving a long pass from Noah Brereton.
The scoring continued as Muhammad Ali Qarni netted his second goal in the 65th minute, benefiting from a short pass from Logan Paulse, although this goal was somewhat fortuitous, described as a fluke.
Totteridge's dominance was further emphasised when Tatenda Makoni scored in the 75th minute, finishing off a well-constructed move with a right-footed shot inside the box, assisted by Chaise Duff.
Despite Ruislip Rangers Blues managing to score twice more in the second half, the match concluded with Totteridge FC Yellows firmly in control, finishing with a remarkable 7-3 victory. The performance was a testament to their attacking capabilities and resilience, with standout contributions from players like Logan Paulse and Muhammad Ali Qarni, who played pivotal roles in the team's success.
