In a competitive encounter between Gloucester Fourths and Evesham & Badsey 2, the game ended with a hard-fought 2-0 victory for Gloucester, thanks to two well-executed short corners in the second half.
The first half was evenly contested, with both sides creating chances but failing to find the back of the net. Defences held strong, and both goalkeepers were called into action to keep the score level going into halftime.
The breakthrough came around the 50-minute mark when Gloucester’s Ian Posgate made the most of a short corner. With precision and power, he sent a well-placed shot into the goal, giving Gloucester the lead and injecting momentum into their play. Evesham & Badsey 2 struggled to find a response as Gloucester began to dominate possession.
Just ten minutes later, Gloucester extended their lead with another short corner, this time converted by Kris Green. He fired a low drive past the opposition’s goalkeeper to secure a two-goal cushion, leaving Evesham & Badsey with an uphill battle in the final stages of the match.
One of the standout moments was when Selfie, a key player for Gloucester, took a painful ball to the knee but, in a testament to his determination and grit, continued to play on. His resilience helped maintain Gloucester’s control in the midfield, ensuring the team stayed composed throughout the remainder of the match.
Despite some late pressure from Evesham & Badsey, Gloucester’s defence held firm, closing out the game without conceding. The final whistle signalled a well-earned victory for Gloucester Fourths, with Ian and Kris’s short corner goals proving to be the decisive moments.
Final Score: Gloucester Fourths 2 – 0 Evesham & Badsey 2.