In a closely contested friendly match, Curzon Ashton faced off against FC Halifax Town at Tameside Stadium. The game ended in a goalless draw, reflecting the evenly matched performances from both teams.
Match Overview
Curzon Ashton fielded a solid lineup, with notable players such as Jones, Poscha, Matthews, Buckley-Ricketts, and Sinclair. The team saw several substitutions throughout the match, with Waring replacing Matthews at the 85th minute, Darby coming in for Sinclair at the 67th, and Griffiths taking over from Tetlow at the 57th. Despite these changes, the Nash were unable to break the deadlock.
Curzon Ashton Lineup:
- Starting XI: Jones, Poscha, Matthews (Waring 85), Buckley-Ricketts, Sinclair (Darby 67), Spencer, Mols, Tetlow (Griffiths 57), Richards, Mahon, Barton
- Substitutes: Timi, Ollerenshaw, Bingley, Afuye, Kvatenik
FC Halifax Town also showcased a robust squad with Johnson, Senior, Jenkins, Adetoro, and Cappello leading the charge. The visiting team made multiple substitutions, with Cosgrave, Cummings, Festus Arthur, Emmerson, and Oluwabori getting some playtime. However, like their opponents, they struggled to find the back of the net.
FC Halifax Town Lineup:
- Starting XI: Johnson, Senior, Jenkins (Cosgrave 85), Adetoro, Cappello, Evans, George (Cummings 61 / Festus Arthur 75), Pugh (Emmerson 61), Cooke, Wright (Oluwabori 23), Smith
- Substitutes: Trialist, Sinfield
Key Moments and Highlights
Despite the absence of goals, the match was not short on excitement. Both teams displayed tactical discipline and defensive solidity, ensuring that the scoreline remained 0-0.
- Substitutions and Tactical Changes: Curzon Ashton made three key substitutions, with Griffiths, Darby, and Waring coming on to inject fresh energy into the squad. FC Halifax Town responded with their own tactical adjustments, including the introduction of Festus Arthur and Oluwabori.
- Attendance: The match was witnessed by 305 enthusiastic fans who braved the weather to support their teams.
- Discipline: Both teams maintained discipline, with no yellow or red cards issued throughout the match.
Player Performances
Curzon Ashton:
- Buckley-Ricketts and Spencer were instrumental in midfield, attempting to create chances and maintain possession.
- Jones in goal ensured a clean sheet with some crucial saves.
FC Halifax Town:
- Johnson showed reliability between the sticks, keeping the home side at bay.
- George and Cooke were active in the attacking third, but could not convert opportunities into goals.
The friendly match between Curzon Ashton and FC Halifax Town ended in a stalemate, showcasing the defensive capabilities of both squads. While the match lacked goals, it provided valuable match practice for the players and allowed the coaches to experiment with different tactics and player combinations. The fans will hope for more goal-scoring excitement in the upcoming fixtures.
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