Billing United U11 welcomed SYL U11 Greens to their home ground on 12 April 2025 for a league encounter that kicked off at 10:30 am. The match concluded with a resounding 5-1 victory for Billing United, showcasing their attacking prowess and solid defensive organisation throughout the game.
Billing United lined up in a 3-2-3 formation, designed to provide a balanced approach between defence and attack. Jackson Pearce took his position as the goalkeeper, while Gerrard Afum Tutu, Damaree Alexander, and Oscar Nawrocki formed a sturdy back three. In midfield, Cohen Adams and Jermel Williams operated centrally, tasked with linking play and supporting both defence and attack. Up front, Justin Juszynski and Layton Dewar occupied the flanks, with Oscar Luck leading the line as the striker, expected to convert chances into goals.
The substitutes for Billing United included Leighton Fletcher and Riley Abbott, providing additional options for tactical adjustments as the match progressed.
The home side wasted no time in asserting their dominance, with Oscar Luck opening the scoring just four minutes into the match, assisted by Justin Juszynski. This early goal set the tone for Billing United, who continued to press forward. Just five minutes later, Gerrard Afum Tutu doubled the lead, capitalising on the momentum and putting SYL U11 Greens under immense pressure.
Luck was not done yet, as he scored again in the 15th minute, this time with a well-placed header, again assisted by Juszynski. The Billing United attack was relentless, and they seemed to be in complete control as they headed into the first substitution in the 17th minute, with Leighton Fletcher replacing Cohen Adams.
As the first half progressed, Billing United maintained their grip on the game, but they were unable to add to their tally before the half-time whistle blew at the 30-minute mark. The score stood at 3-0, a reflection of their dominance.
However, the second half began with a surprise as SYL U11 Greens found the net in the 33rd minute, reducing the deficit to 3-1 and giving them a glimmer of hope. This goal prompted Billing United to make tactical changes, with Oscar Luck returning to the pitch in the 38th minute, replacing Leighton Fletcher.
The substitutions continued as Layton Dewar came on for Jermel Williams shortly after, in the 40th minute, as Billing United looked to regain control. The introduction of fresh legs paid off, and in the 53rd minute, Oscar Luck scored his third goal of the match, assisted by Jermel Williams, restoring the three-goal cushion.
With the match nearing its conclusion, Billing United made another substitution in the 55th minute, bringing on Leighton Fletcher for Justin Juszynski. The final moments of the match saw Cohen Adams, who had returned to the pitch, score the fifth goal for Billing United in the 58th minute, with Luck providing the assist, further solidifying their commanding lead.
As the match approached its end, Justin Juszynski re-entered the fray, replacing Gerrard Afum Tutu in the 60th minute. The final whistle blew shortly after, confirming a comprehensive 5-1 victory for Billing United U11, who showcased their attacking flair and defensive resilience throughout the encounter.
