U11 Orange - SoccerRockz

LB Orange took on Soccer Rockz, a formidable academy team from Coventry. The match began with both sides locked in a tightly contested midfield battle, as neither team was able to carve out significant chances.

The deadlock was broken when Soccer Rockz was awarded a free kick on the left wing in LB Orange's final third. They seized this opportunity with precision, delivering a well-placed kick into the back of the net to gain a 1-0 lead. This lead gave Soccer Rockz a slight momentum boost, but the game continued in its evenly matched manner.

As the first half progressed Soccer Rockz were in possession of the ball, looping shot from outside the box caught everyone by surprise, doubling their advantage to 2-0 just before the referee blew the whistle for half time.

The second half mirrored the first in its ebb and flow, with both teams again fighting hard for control. Soccer Rockz struck once more, this time down the right side. A cross into the penalty area led to some flast ditched defending, resulting in an unfortunate own goal for LB Orange, making it 3-0 in favour of the visitors.

Despite the setback, LB Orange did not lose heart. They began dominating the midfield battles. Oscar, in particular, shone, showing his determination and resilience. He bulldozed his way through a couple of defenders in the penalty area and unleashed a powerful shot low into the goal, reducing the deficit to 3-1.

This goal galvanised LB Orange, as they started playing with more fluency and aggression. Players like Oleg and Teddy stepped up, demonstrating excellent tackling, skill, and pressure on the Soccer Rockz defence. However, just as momentum seemed to swing in favour of the home side, the referee’s whistle signalled full time. Although LB Orange couldn't complete the comeback, their late surge left the impression that an additional 10 minutes might have produced a different outcome.

**Special Mentions:**

1. **Oscar:** Awarded Man of the Match for his tenacity, work rate, and a crucial goal that lifted the team's spirits. Great job, Oscar! 👏👏👏

2. **Teddy:** Commendable for his interceptions, passing, and effective communication on the field. Well played, Teddy! 👍👏

3. **Oleg:** Displayed exceptional technical skills and solid communication, contributing significantly to the team's second-half performance. Well done, Oleg! 👏👍

While the final result saw LB Orange on the losing side, the grit and determination shown throughout promise a bright future for the team.

Bring on Vision phoenix 💪💪