In a thrilling league encounter at theWoodmarsh Ground on 9th February 2025, Trowbridge Town U14s edged past FOF FC U14 Wizards with a final score of 2-1. The match kicked off at 10:00 am, showcasing a spirited performance from both teams, but ultimately it was Trowbridge who claimed the vital three points.
Trowbridge Town adopted a 3-1-4-2 formation, which allowed them to maintain a solid defensive structure while providing ample support for their attacking players. Henri Turner stood guard in goal, with a back three comprising Charlie Amor in the centre, flanked by Josh Bailey on the right and Leo Shepherd on the left. Dan Jackman played a pivotal role as the central midfielder, tasked with linking defence and attack. The attacking midfield quartet featured Roman Snow on the right, Jake Wells and Ruben Reeves in the centre, and Josh Dines on the left, while Alfie Nyarko and Leon Jones operated as forwards, looking to exploit any defensive lapses from the Wizards.
The substitutes for Trowbridge included Austin Cooper, Ollie Curtis, and Roy Mufalo, who would later be called upon to influence the match as it progressed.
The match began with an early scare for the Wizards as Alfie Nyarko struck the post within the second minute, a warning sign of Trowbridge's attacking intent. However, it was not until the 10th minute that Charlie Amor had another opportunity, but his effort sailed high over the bar. Trowbridge's goalkeeper, Henri Turner, was called into action shortly after, making a full-stretch save in the 14th minute to deny a promising effort from the Wizards.
As the game unfolded, Jake Wells had a chance to put Trowbridge ahead in the 17th minute, but his shot went wide. The match took a turn in the 21st minute when Trowbridge made a trio of substitutions, bringing on Austin Cooper, Ollie Curtis, and Roy Mufalo, as they looked to inject fresh energy into their performance.
Despite Trowbridge's efforts, it was the Wizards who broke the deadlock in the 27th minute, scoring from inside the box to take a 1-0 lead. Trowbridge responded with attempts from Roman Snow and Josh Dines, but both efforts failed to find the target, with Dines' shot going high in the 31st minute.
The first half concluded with Trowbridge trailing 1-0, but they came out with renewed vigour after the break. Just five minutes into the second half, Alfie Nyarko equalised with a deft header, assisted by Josh Dines from the corner bringing the score to 1-1.
Trowbridge continued to press, and Leon Jones had a chance in the 42nd minute, but his shot also went high. Roman Snow then attempted to put Trowbridge ahead in the 44th minute, but his effort went wide. The breakthrough came in the 46th minute when Leon Jones scored a stunning goal from outside the area, assisted by Dan Jackman, giving Trowbridge a 2-1 lead.
As the match progressed, Trowbridge made further substitutions in the 58th minute, bringing on Roy Mufalo, Alfie Nyarko, and Leo Shepherd, while Josh Dines replaced Roman Snow in the 65th minute. The final substitution saw Roman Snow come back on for Ruben Reeves in the 69th minute, as Trowbridge sought to maintain their lead.
Despite a spirited effort from the Wizards, Trowbridge held firm to secure a 2-1 victory, showcasing their resilience and attacking prowess. The match was a testament to Trowbridge's determination and tactical discipline, setting them up well for the challenges ahead in the league.
