In beautiful sunshine but a cold wind the match started well; although Southampton looked a good side from the start with some nice play, Romsey dominated the first half.
Grace scored the first goal easily and within the first few minutes. In the next few minutes there was another goal, this time from Ava, after a lovely run up the right field from Elsie, crossed to Grace who assisted Ava.
There was good play in mid-field especially from Camilla and Ané in defence. There was strong play however from the Southampton team especially in defence stopping several potential goals.
Southampton then scored a stunning goal across into the far corner, although Sophie’s foot almost got to it. A third goal from Elsie luckily followed, with then more attempts at goal. Grace passing to Beth, but not quite getting the ball in goal.
Grace then scored the next 2 goals and we felt pretty confident at the end of the first half.
However, the second half was a different game altogether with Southampton scoring 4 goals, one off a short corner, and Romsey having fewer attempts at goal with less success. Sophie, our goalkeeper was kept busy. The last of our goals was from Ava assisted by Megan to our relief, and then the last few minutes felt fairly nerve-wracking. Luckily Romsey held the game, with some nice play in mid-field with Caitlin making good defensive and attacking shots and with Elsie’s speed and Clara running up the sidelines it was a good game to watch. well done everyone. A big thank you to our umpires, Simeon and Harriet Field.
Final score: 6-5 to Romsey
