In a thrilling league encounter at the Selwood Academy on 23 February 2025, Trowbridge Town U14s showcased their attacking prowess, defeating Highworth Town Junior FC U14 H with a resounding scoreline of 6-2. The match kicked off at 9:30 am, setting the stage for an exhilarating display of youth football.
Trowbridge Town lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for dynamic attacking play. Henri Turner took his position in goal, supported by a back three comprising Charlie Amor, Leo Shepherd, and Josh Bailey. Dan Jackman operated as the lone central midfielder, tasked with linking defence and attack. The midfield was bolstered by Roman Snow on the right, Ollie Curtis & Ruben Reeves in the centre, and Josh Dines on the left, while Jake Wells and Alfie Nyarko formed a potent forward partnership.
The substitutes for Trowbridge included Leon Jones, Morgan Tilling, and Roy Mufalo, who would later play crucial roles in the match.
The match began with an early scare for Trowbridge as Henri Turner made a remarkable point-blank reaction save in the fourth minute, demonstrating his agility and alertness. However, the visitors took the lead just two minutes later when they were awarded a penalty, converting it with precision to make it 1-0. Highworth Town quickly doubled their advantage in the eighth minute with a stunning strike from outside the area, leaving Trowbridge trailing 2-0.
Despite the early setbacks, Trowbridge responded with determination. In the twelfth minute, Jake Wells found the net, finishing expertly inside the box after a well-timed assist from Roman Snow, narrowing the deficit to 2-1. Trowbridge continued to press, with Alfie Nyarko coming close in the fifteenth minute, but his effort went wide of the mark.
The match saw a flurry of substitutions in the eighteenth minute, with Leon Jones, Morgan Tilling, and Roy Mufalo entering the fray, injecting fresh energy into the Trowbridge side. Jake Wells nearly equalised shortly after, hitting the post in the twentieth minute, a moment that could have changed the momentum of the match.
As the half progressed, Trowbridge's attacking intent was evident, with Alfie Nyarko's shot saved in the thirtieth minute and Jake Wells firing high shortly after. A crucial injury to Charlie Amor in the twenty-eighth minute led to Josh Bailey's return to the pitch, showcasing Trowbridge's resilience.
The breakthrough came in the thirty-fourth minute when Roy Mufalo lobbed the goalkeeper to level the score at 2-2. Just a minute later, Wells struck again, this time with a long-range effort that found the back of the net, giving Trowbridge a 3-2 lead as the first half drew to a close.
The second half commenced with Trowbridge looking to extend their lead. Jake Wells continued to threaten, but his effort in the forty-first minute went high. Henri Turner remained vigilant, making a catch in the forty-fourth minute to maintain Trowbridge's advantage.
The home side's dominance was further established when Roman Snow scored twice in quick succession. The first came in the forty-eighth minute with a powerful shot from outside the area, followed by a second in the fifty-second minute, finishing inside the box after a clever assist from Wells, pushing the score to 5-2.
Despite Highworth's attempts to respond, Trowbridge remained in control. Roy Mufalo's effort in the fifty-fifth minute was saved, but the relentless Trowbridge attack was relentless. Morgan Tilling then added to the tally in the fifty-seventh minute with a stunning strike from outside the area, making it 6-2.
Further substitutions saw Jake Wells and Alfie Nyarko return to the pitch, but Trowbridge's momentum continued unabated. Wells had a couple of attempts, one of which was saved in the seventy-third minute, but the damage had already been done.
In a match filled with excitement and attacking flair, Trowbridge Town U14s emerged victorious, demonstrating their strength and depth in a commanding performance against Highworth Town Junior FC U14 H.
Man of the Match Gold - Josh Dines Silver - Jake Wells Bronze - Ollie Curtis
