Kingsthorpe Jets U15 Sabres continued their impressive start to the season with a superb 3-1 league victory over Roade FC at Thomas Becket on Sunday, 20 September.
Roade handed Sabres a heavy defeat when the teams met last year, but now playing a division higher and only three games into the new campaign, Sabres showed how far they have come. The victory makes it three wins from three and moves the team to the top of the league.
The home side dominated the opening stages and were rewarded after 20 minutes when Taylor Spence broke the deadlock with a great strike from the edge of the box.
Sabres finished the first half strongly and doubled their lead just before the break. George Edwards made a driving run into the penalty area and was brought down, earning Sabres a penalty. Maxwell Fletcher stepped up and calmly slotted the ball home to make it 2-0 at half-time.
Roade responded early in the second half, pulling a goal back from one of their few opportunities inside the Sabres penalty area.
However, Sabres reacted immediately. Just a couple of minutes later, Szymon Pomietlo restored the two-goal advantage with a wonderful strike from the left-hand side.
The team pushed hard for a fourth and came close on several occasions, only to be denied by a number of excellent saves from the Roade goalkeeper.
With several key players unavailable through injury, this was an outstanding demonstration of the squad’s strength and depth. Every player stepped up, worked tirelessly for one another and contributed to a brilliant team performance.
The goals were scored by Taylor Spence on 20 minutes, Maxwell Fletcher from the penalty spot on 34 minutes and Szymon Pomietlo on 44 minutes.
Nik Kouassi was named Player of the Match after a huge performance. His relentless pressing, energy and work rate caused problems for Roade throughout the game, while his high-intensity running and determination helped create opportunities and contributed to two of Sabres’ goals.
Sabres coaches Kristian and Gary said:
“I’m really pleased with the attitude the players have shown since stepping up a league. After the high of winning the cup last season, we knew we couldn’t stand still, so we worked really hard during pre-season to make sure we were ready for the challenge.
“The effort and commitment from every player has been outstanding, and that is reflected in all of this season’s performances. To go three from three, especially against teams that gave us a lesson last year, is amazing.
“It’s a great start, and there is plenty of the season still to go. I’m looking forward to seeing this team continue to grow.”
Sabres now look ahead to their next league fixture away against Brixworth.
A special thank you to the Sabres’ team sponsors, Office Space in Town and TeamSport Direct, for their continued support.
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