On Sunday 7 September 2025, Billing United U12 welcomed Sporting Club Aspire U12 Vipers to their home ground for a 9-a-side friendly match, kicking off promptly at 10:30am. The encounter ended in a commanding 7-1 victory for Billing United, showcasing their attacking prowess and tactical discipline over the 60 minutes of play plus added time.
Billing United lined up in a 3-2-3 formation, deploying three defenders at the back with Gerrard Afum Tutu on the right, Damaree Alexander centrally, and Oscar Nawrocki on the left. Their midfield duo consisted of Logan Lynch and Jermel Williams, tasked with controlling the centre of the park and linking defence to attack. Upfront, the trio featured Justin Juszynski on the right forward position, Oscar Luck as the central striker, and Ergi Ruka Biraku on the left forward role. This setup was designed to provide width and penetration in attack while maintaining a solid defensive base. The substitutes available were Leighton Fletcher, Layton Dewar, and Cohen Adams.
The match burst into life early on with Billing United asserting dominance. At 15 minutes, Oscar Luck opened the scoring, expertly finishing after a precise assist from Jermel Williams. This early goal set the tone for the hosts, who looked comfortable in possession and eager to press high.
Shortly after, the first wave of substitutions began. At 19 minutes, Leighton Fletcher replaced left forward Ergi Ruka Biraku, followed by Layton Dewar coming on for right forward Justin Juszynski at 22 minutes. A minute later, Cohen Adams was introduced for the central striker Oscar Luck, signalling a tactical refresh in the attacking line.
Despite these changes, Billing United’s attacking threat remained undiminished. At 24 minutes, Oscar Luck found the net again, once more assisted by Jermel Williams, doubling the lead and reinforcing their control of the match.
As the first half drew to a close, further adjustments were made. At the 30-minute mark, Jermel Williams was substituted off for Justin Juszynski, who returned to the field to bolster the forward line. The half ended with Billing United comfortably ahead 2-0.
The second half saw Billing United continue their relentless pressure. At 38 minutes, Justin Juszynski scored his first goal of the match, capitalising on a well-timed assist from left defender Oscar Nawrocki, who had pushed forward effectively. Just two minutes later, Juszynski struck again, this time set up by substitute Layton Dewar, extending the lead to 4-0.
Substitutions continued to shape the game’s flow. At 42 minutes, Ergi Ruka Biraku returned to replace Leighton Fletcher, and Oscar Luck re-entered the pitch in place of central midfielder Logan Lynch. This reshuffle injected fresh energy into the attacking unit.
The impact was immediate as Ergi Ruka Biraku scored at 44 minutes, assisted by Justin Juszynski, who was proving to be a key figure in the final third. This goal pushed the scoreline to 5-0, leaving the visitors struggling to respond.
Billing United’s dominance was briefly interrupted at 52 minutes when Sporting Club Aspire U12 Vipers pulled one back, reducing the deficit to 5-1. However, the hosts quickly regained composure and continued to press forward.
At 55 minutes, a trio of substitutions saw Logan Lynch return to midfield replacing right defender Gerrard Afum Tutu, Jermel Williams come back on for central defender Damaree Alexander, and Leighton Fletcher replace left defender Oscar Nawrocki. These changes aimed to maintain control and freshen the squad for the closing stages.
The final goal of the match came at the 60-minute mark when Justin Juszynski completed his hat-trick, assisted by Ergi Ruka Biraku, sealing a comprehensive 7-1 victory for Billing United.
Throughout the match, Logan Lynch and Ergi Ruka Biraku stood out with their influential performances, earning them the player of the match accolades. Lynch’s midfield control and distribution were vital in dictating the tempo, while Biraku’s pace and creativity on the left flank consistently troubled the opposition defence.
Billing United’s tactical discipline, combined with clinical finishing and effective squad rotation, ensured a dominant display over Sporting Club Aspire U12 Vipers in this entertaining and one-sided friendly encounter.
