On 14 September 2025, Billing United U12 hosted Delapre Dragons U12 Dazzlers at Great Billing Pocket Park in a 9-a-side cup match that kicked off promptly at 10:30am. The home side emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline after a competitive 60-minute encounter, including added time. Billing United’s attacking prowess and tactical discipline proved decisive in securing the win.
Billing United lined up in a 3-2-3 formation, deploying three defenders, two central midfielders, and three forwards. Jackson Pearce guarded the goal, supported by Gerrard Afum Tutu at right defender, Damaree Alexander centrally, and Oscar Nawrocki on the left. The midfield duo of Logan Lynch and Jermel Williams were tasked with controlling the centre of the park, while the forward line featured Leighton Fletcher on the left, Oscar Luck leading the attack as striker, and Justin Juszynski on the right. This setup was designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking width and creativity. The substitutes available were Layton Dewar, Cohen Adams, Isaac Finn, and Ergi Ruka Biraku.
The match burst into life early on as Billing United took the lead in the 8th minute. Oscar Luck flicked a clever assist inside the box to Justin Juszynski, who expertly finished with his right foot, giving the hosts an early advantage. Barely a minute later, Billing doubled their lead when Oscar Nawrocki delivered a precise long pass to Oscar Luck, who calmly slotted the ball home with his left foot inside the box. The quickfire goals set the tone for a lively contest.
At the 21st minute mark, Billing United made their first substitution, with Layton Dewar replacing Leighton Fletcher on the left forward position. Shortly after, Cohen Adams came on for central midfielder Logan Lynch in the 24th minute, signalling a tactical tweak to maintain energy in midfield. Despite these changes, Delapre Dragons pulled a goal back in the 29th minute, reducing the deficit and injecting renewed urgency into the visitors’ play.
Billing United responded swiftly with further substitutions at half-time. Isaac Finn and Ergi Ruka Biraku entered the fray, replacing Jermel Williams and Justin Juszynski respectively. The half-time break at 30 minutes allowed both teams to regroup, but Billing United’s changes aimed to sustain their attacking momentum and defensive resilience.
The second half saw more rotation as Justin Juszynski returned to the pitch in place of Oscar Luck in the 37th minute, while Jermel Williams re-entered the midfield, substituting Gerrard Afum Tutu two minutes later. These adjustments revitalised the team’s dynamics, particularly in attack and midfield link-up play.
Billing United restored their two-goal cushion early in the second half, with Juszynski scoring again in the 46th minute. This time, the goal came from a well-delivered free kick by Oscar Nawrocki, who provided a pinpoint assist for Juszynski to finish inside the box with his right foot. The goal underlined Nawrocki’s influence on the game and his ability to create chances from set-pieces.
Shortly after this goal, Layton Dewar was brought on once more for Leighton Fletcher, and Cohen Adams was replaced by Logan Lynch in the 50th minute, ensuring fresh legs and maintaining the team’s shape as the match progressed towards its conclusion.
Oscar Nawrocki’s performance stood out throughout the match, combining defensive duties with creative contributions, including his crucial assist for the third goal. His influence earned him the player of the match accolade, reflecting his pivotal role in Billing United’s success.
In summary, Billing United U12’s tactical discipline, early goals, and effective use of substitutions secured a deserved 3-1 victory over Delapre Dragons U12 Dazzlers in this cup tie at Great Billing Pocket Park. The home side’s ability to respond to the visitors’ goal and maintain control in the second half proved key to their progression in the competition.
