Newcastle Benfield Tardini U10 Sunday travelled to face Team Gosforth Juniors U10 Feyenoord at their home ground on 28 September 2025, with kick-off at 10:00am. The league away fixture, played over 50 minutes plus added time in a seven-a-side format, ended in a 1-1 draw. Both sides shared the spoils in a competitive encounter that showcased youthful endeavour and tactical discipline.
Newcastle Benfield Tardini set up in a 2-3-1 formation, deploying two central defenders, three midfielders across the left, centre and right, and a lone striker up front. Ollie Lattimer started in goal, providing the last line of defence. The central defensive partnership consisted of James Rutherford and Oliver Moore, tasked with protecting the backline and initiating play from deep. In midfield, Elias Rowland occupied the right side, Parker Buglass held the central midfield role, and Tom Slater operated on the left flank, expected to support both defence and attack. Leading the line was striker Freddie Brydon, charged with converting chances and applying pressure on the opposition defence. On the bench were substitutes Lewis Coates and Alfie Cook, ready to influence the game if called upon.
The match began with Newcastle Benfield Tardini asserting themselves early. In the 9th minute, Freddie Brydon capitalised on a close-range opportunity inside the box, firing a right-footed finish to put his side ahead. This goal reflected the striker’s sharp movement and clinical execution in the penalty area, giving the visitors a deserved lead.
However, Team Gosforth Juniors U10 Feyenoord responded with determination. Just nine minutes later, in the 18th minute, they found an equaliser from close range inside the box, restoring parity and setting up a tense contest. The goal underlined the home side’s ability to break down the Benfield defence and keep the game finely balanced.
Shortly after, tactical changes began to shape the match. At the 20-minute mark, Newcastle Benfield Tardini made a tactical substitution, bringing Lewis Coates on to replace goalkeeper Ollie Lattimer. This switch suggested a strategic adjustment to freshen the defensive setup. Oliver Moore put the gloves on and went in between the sticks. He had a fine performance controlling his area. Three minutes later, an injury forced another change as Alfie Cook came on for central defender James Rutherford, which caused a few more shuffles of the pack.
As the first half drew to a close at 25 minutes, both teams remained locked at 1-1. The defensive efforts of Oliver Moore and the midfield work of Parker Buglass and Elias Rowland were notable in maintaining structure and balance. On the left wing, Tom Slater’s attitude and industrious display stood out, combining defensive duties with attacking support, which earned him the player of the match accolade.
The second half saw both sides striving to break the deadlock, but neither could find the decisive goal. The match remained a tightly contested affair, with Newcastle Benfield Tardini’s formation allowing them to control midfield passages while Team Gosforth Juniors Feyenoord pressed for opportunities. The substitutes provided fresh legs and tactical flexibility, but the scoreline stayed level until the final whistle.
In summary, Newcastle Benfield Tardini U10 Sunday demonstrated resilience and tactical awareness in a well-contested 1-1 draw away at Team Gosforth Juniors U10 Feyenoord. Freddie Brydon’s early strike and Tom Slater’s all-round performance were highlights, while the defensive adjustments ensured the team remained competitive throughout. Both sides shared the points in a match that was largely dominated by Benfield Tardini as they played some fantastic tiki taka football which they worked on in training. The home team were well rattled throughout the match and struggled to cope with the pressure. They were lucky to come away with a point.
