Ezra FC travelled to Wembley Stadium to face Liverpool in a high-profile 5-a-side friendly on 1 October 2025, kicking off at 3:30pm. In front of a staggering crowd of 156,297, Ezra FC produced a commanding performance to secure a 4-0 victory over their illustrious opponents.
Ezra FC lined up in a compact 2-1-1 formation, designed to maximise defensive solidity while allowing swift transitions through midfield and attack. Joseph Chamberlain took his place in goal, tasked with organising the backline and launching counter-attacks. The central defensive duo of Binyamin Majidi and Ezra Wynn were charged with shutting down Liverpool’s forwards and maintaining a disciplined shape. Hattie Stusinski-Marsh operated as the lone central midfielder, expected to link defence and attack with composure and vision. Up front, Theo Francis led the line as the sole striker, responsible for spearheading offensive moves and capitalising on scoring opportunities. On the bench, Eddie Stusinski-Mason awaited his chance to influence the game.
The match burst into life early on when Liverpool’s player was shown a yellow card in the ninth minute for a deliberate handball, gifting Ezra FC a penalty. Ezra Wynn stepped up confidently to convert the spot-kick, putting his side ahead. Almost immediately, Joseph Chamberlain stunned the Wembley crowd with a spectacular long-range screamer, doubling Ezra FC’s lead within the same minute. The early pressure proved too much for Liverpool, who then saw one of their players receive a second yellow card and subsequent red in the twelfth minute, reducing them to ten men.
Taking full advantage of their numerical superiority, Ezra FC continued to press. Theo Francis curled a direct free-kick into the net moments after the red card, extending the lead to 3-0. The visitors’ dominance was clear, and Liverpool struggled to mount any meaningful response.
In the 24th minute, Ezra FC made a tactical substitution, bringing on Eddie Stusinski-Mason for the tiring Ezra Wynn. This change injected fresh energy into the side, and just four minutes later, Eddie made an instant impact. Receiving a short pass from Theo Francis, he unleashed a thunderous long-range strike with his right foot that flew past the Liverpool goalkeeper, sealing a commanding 4-0 lead.
Joseph Chamberlain continued to impress between the sticks, pulling off a full-stretch save in the 32nd minute to deny Liverpool any consolation. His commanding presence and shot-stopping prowess were instrumental in maintaining the clean sheet.
The first half concluded with Ezra FC firmly in control, having capitalised on Liverpool’s disciplinary lapses and showcased clinical finishing. The referee’s flawless performance ensured the game flowed smoothly despite the early intensity.
Ezra FC’s tactical discipline, combined with individual moments of brilliance, saw them dominate proceedings from start to finish. Joseph Chamberlain and Ezra Wynn were rightly named players of the match for their outstanding contributions in goal and defence respectively. This emphatic 4-0 victory at Wembley will surely boost Ezra FC’s confidence as they look ahead to future fixtures.
