Colts 0 Newmachar 2

Today's match was played in pleasant conditions, but a fresh wind.

We went with a changed line-up for this match again as Alex was ill. Michael starting up front as Logan retained his No. 1 shirt after a fine performance last week.

Starting team : Logan, Chris, Reece, Ross, Jordan, Matt, Fraser & Michael. Stuart, Martyn & Craig were subs.

Newmachar kicked off but gave the ball away to Colts who proceeded to produce a ,lovely string of passing creating a shooting opportunity, only to be spurned whilst under no pressure.

Colts were producing some good movement when in possession, but were still failing to match any movement from Newmachar.

Colts created a string of corners in succession with the ball being delivered in well by Michael, but no-one following in the ball to capitalise.

Matt and Fraser were linking well in midfield and Jordan getting forward where possible, Colts were making the most of the game, but no composure was to cost them as they spurned several chances without testing the Newmachar keeper.

Chris, Reece and Ross were also keeping the Newmachar forwards at bay, with Ross and Chris pushing forward.

Craig replaced Fraser in midfield and was making his presence felt with some great tackles.

Colts were to pay the penalty late in the half by not closing down and allowing the Newmachar midfield player have a free shot at goal, placing it over the helpless Logan in goal.

Half time: Colts 1 Newmachar 1

Martyn replaced Matt and Stuart replaced Jordan.

Colts seemed more fired up for this half and were creating more chances and starting to close the Newmachar players down earlier.

Logan had a busy period with several fine saves in a short period, non of them troubling him.

Michael earned a free-kick deep in to the Newmachar half. Michael struck a fine placed shot, but the Newmachar keeper produced a fine save to turn the ball round the post.

Fraser replaced Michael and Reece moved up front with Stuart.

Deep in to the last few minutes Colts were cruelly punished after a tame shot that was closed down by a defender deflected high and looped over the head of the advancing Logan in goal.

Full time: Colts 0 Newmachar 2

Another lesson for Colts, thy must concentrate at all time and make sure they are first to every ball.

A better second half performance, but given the chance that were created, Colts should have got something from this match if the players only had a bit more composure.

Apologies if there are any missing points but it is difficult to try and memorise everything whilst refereeing.