VMFC vs MAB Utd, 29 January 2012

First Half

VMFC's 2nd team showed their continuing improvement against Mab Utd but a ten minute spell which saw three goals conceded meant that they had to settle for a 3-3 draw.

After impressing in training on Thursday, debuts were handed to Ash, Carl and Chris. Matt was delighted to return to the goalkeeping spot while Ant Parkin returned at right back.

Village passed the ball well in the first 20 minutes and some terrific crosses from Tom Reece deserved to have found a finish in front of goal. There was also an ispired attempt from Jordan Langford but his 30 yard effort to lob the goalkeeper crashed against the underside of the bar.

At the other end, Mab threatened on the counter attack but all too often found themselves offside as the final ball was played through. However, Village did have two let-offs when Mab's attacking players did get behind the defence, only to take too many touches and waste their chances.

After half an hour Reece crossed from the right and Ash Jones headed in at the far post for a debut goal. Five minutes later, Village were awarded a penalty when Jones was pushed in the box and Tom Reece thumped the ball into the back of the next to give VMFC a 2-0 half time lead.

Second Half