Next Match v Bridge of Don SC (Away)

We have Bridge of Don SC as our next opponents, away in Aberdeen.

They play their matches at Upper Westfield which is situated next to Bridge of Don Academy (same place as last time). Directions and a map can be found below.

The usual arrangements where kick-off is at 10:30 and all boys are to be there no later that 10:30.

The format will be 2 x 25 minute halves with penalties at the end of the match.

Directions

On approaching Aberdeen From Ellon using the Ellon Road, turn right along The Parkway. At the next roundabout, turn left down Scotstown Road. Take the 1st right along Braehead Way. Take the 3rd turning on your left into the Academy. Turn immediately to your left and follow the road round (primary on your left) and you will find a church (modern building). Park anywhere here.

To access the pitch walk down the hill between the primary school and the church.

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Colts 2 Fraserburgh Link-up 1

Today's match was played in glorious conditions over 2 x 25 minute periods.

Both Fraser & Michael were absent having been away for the weekend.

starting line-up: Logan, Chris, Alex, Craig, Jordan, Ross, Matt & Reece; Subs were Stuart & Martyn.

The game started with both teams playing free and open football with the ball going from end to end in the early stages. As things settled Colts were on top of things, but making little of any chances they got.

Midway through the period Fraserburgh got the opener. From a needless free-kick in the middle of the park the Fraserburgh fired in a delightful free-kick direct in to Logan's top right hand corner.

Chris and Alex were both making good runs forward but neither carved out clear shooting opportuniteis. Craig and Matt covered Chris and Alex in defence any time either went forward which was great to see.

Ross was starting to dominate in midfield and was using both Jordan and Matt well. Matt was getting loads of time on the ball and firing in crosses but they ewre being dealt with by the Fraserburgh defence. As a result Reece seemed a lone figure up front as he was not receiving the usual level of service, but this was not for the want of trying by Colts.

Colts got a free kick wide on the left which Matt took, only putting the ball narrowly past the near post.

Colts also had a spell with 4 or 5 corners in a row but failed to convert anything from these.

Half time: Colts 0 Fraserburgh Link-up 1

No changes were made at half time.

Colts kept the pressure on with several chances being created with shots from distance and a few neat passes in to Reece, but nothing was converted.

Martyn replaced the hard working Jordan and soon after Stuart replaced Reece to try and change the balance of the game.

This worked well as soon after Matt scored a well deserved equalliser for Colts with a fine finish.

Colts continued to dominate the match and were now creating lots of chances. These were coming through the midfield where Martyn ws using the ball well wide and also from Stuart who was seeing more of the ball now as Fraserburgh were having to now chase the game.

With 5 inutes remaining Colts got their reward for their efforts. After fine play through the middle of the park Stuart got on the end of a fine pass and fired had and high into the Fraserburgh net.

Colts did not sit back, but instead continued to push for another. They were caught out a couple of times with Alex and Chris pushing forward, but Craig and Matt both sat back to cover and clear.

Alex had a fine run up the left wing and cut in well beating a couple of Fraserburgh players in the process but could not find the finish his fine run deserved.

From a late Frsaerburgh corner Matt did well to clear at the near post, just squeezing the ball away from his own goal.

Full time: Colts 2 Fraserburgh 1

Well done to all the boys. This was a real team effort with all boys making the effort required to win a hard fought win.

Keep this performance levels up.