FC grab two late goals to ensure no heartbreak ridge
The curtain was drawn on FC United of Manchester's home pre-season campaign with a final game at Broadhurst before the pitch underwent a two-week treatment ahead of the upcoming 21 Northern Premier League games. FC United, donning their white away kit, faced Longridge Town, who sported their all-red attire.
The match started off with both teams showing promise in attack, with FC United's Donohue breaking through the lines and being brought down in a dangerous position. The referee, though lenient, awarded only a free-kick which was taken and the free-kick for FC United but couldn't beat the wall.
As the game progressed, both sides had their moments, with the Longridge goalkeeper, a Trialist, making some impressive saves to keep the scores level. FC United's Cane had a chance to put his team ahead but couldn't find the net.
However, FC United's pressure eventually paid off in the 38th minute when #7 Jay Fitzmartin found the back of the net with a clever finish at the near post. Despite their dominance, Longridge's defense held firm, making it difficult for FC United to break through.
In the 50th minute, new recruit #9 Nic Bollado chipped the ball over the goalkeeper's head to double FC United's lead with a classy finish. Longridge, however, pulled one back in the 65th minute through #11 Turner, who rounded the goalkeeper after breaking the backline after a soft backpass. The match remained competitive as both teams made multiple substitutions to freshen up their squads.
In the 83rd minute, Longridge capitalized on a 50/50 challenge, and #12 Lucas fired the ball into the empty net, reducing the deficit to 2-1. But FC United responded quickly, with #16 Declan Mcloughlin cushioning the ball into the far corner to make it 3-1 in the 86th minute.The goals kept coming, and in the 87th minute, FC United's #20 Matt Van Wyk displayed his predatory instinct to score another goal, putting his team 4-2 ahead.
The game finished 4-2 in favour of FC United of Manchester, with both teams showing promising signs ahead of the upcoming season. FC United's attacking flair and clinical finishing proved decisive, while Longridge Town displayed resilience and determination throughout the match. Overall, the match provided an entertaining spectacle for the fans and served as a valuable test for both teams ahead of their respective campaigns.
FC grab two late goals to ensure no heartbreak ridge
The curtain was drawn on FC United of Manchester's home pre-season campaign with a final game at Broadhurst before the pitch underwent a two-week treatment ahead of the upcoming 21 Northern Premier League games. FC United, donning their white away kit, faced Longridge Town, who sported their all-red attire.
The match started off with both teams showing promise in attack, with FC United's Donohue breaking through the lines and being brought down in a dangerous position. The referee, though lenient, awarded only a free-kick which was taken and the free-kick for FC United but couldn't beat the wall.
As the game progressed, both sides had their moments, with the Longridge goalkeeper, a Trialist, making some impressive saves to keep the scores level. FC United's Cane had a chance to put his team ahead but couldn't find the net.
However, FC United's pressure eventually paid off in the 38th minute when #7 Jay Fitzmartin found the back of the net with a clever finish at the near post. Despite their dominance, Longridge's defense held firm, making it difficult for FC United to break through.
In the 50th minute, new recruit #9 Nic Bollado chipped the ball over the goalkeeper's head to double FC United's lead with a classy finish. Longridge, however, pulled one back in the 65th minute through #11 Turner, who rounded the goalkeeper after breaking the backline after a soft backpass. The match remained competitive as both teams made multiple substitutions to freshen up their squads.
In the 83rd minute, Longridge capitalized on a 50/50 challenge, and #12 Lucas fired the ball into the empty net, reducing the deficit to 2-1. But FC United responded quickly, with #16 Declan Mcloughlin cushioning the ball into the far corner to make it 3-1 in the 86th minute.The goals kept coming, and in the 87th minute, FC United's #20 Matt Van Wyk displayed his predatory instinct to score another goal, putting his team 4-2 ahead.
The game finished 4-2 in favour of FC United of Manchester, with both teams showing promising signs ahead of the upcoming season. FC United's attacking flair and clinical finishing proved decisive, while Longridge Town displayed resilience and determination throughout the match. Overall, the match provided an entertaining spectacle for the fans and served as a valuable test for both teams ahead of their respective campaigns.
