Old Stamfield 3 vs 2 Athletico Madrid

Old Stamfield welcomed Athletico Madrid to Banbury on 18 October 2025 for a highly anticipated league fixture, kicking off at 8:00pm under the watchful eye of referee Maurizio Mariani. In front of a crowd of 22,010, the home side emerged victorious with a 3-2 scoreline after a pulsating 90 minutes plus added time.

Old Stamfield lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, deploying a back three of Rory Stride at right defender, Eduardo Fuenzalida centrally, and Freddie Marshall on the left. This defensive trio was tasked with maintaining solidity and providing cover for the midfield. The midfield quartet featured Ben Spencer on the right, Dominic Wilkinson and Emyll Leclerc in central roles, and Florian Sarosi on the left, expected to balance defensive duties with forward thrusts. Ahead of them, Jamie Johnson operated as the right attacking midfielder, with Eduardo Camavinga on the left, both charged with linking play and creating chances for the lone striker Hugo Lamy. The substitutes named were Archie Newbold, Anders Larsson, and Trey Nyoni.

The match burst into life early on as Old Stamfield took the lead in the sixth minute. Eduardo Camavinga delivered a precise long pass into the box, which Ben Spencer expertly controlled before firing a right-footed finish past the Athletico goalkeeper. Just two minutes later, the home side doubled their advantage through a spectacular long-range strike from Jamie Johnson. Hugo Lamy’s short pass set Johnson up perfectly, and his left-footed effort from outside the area left the visitors reeling.Old Stamfield scored again in the 30th minute another good finish from Camavainga this time however the goal was ruled out following a VAR review for offside. Old Stamfield were awarded a penalty in the 34th minute for handball. However, this was ruled out following a VAR review as the ball clearly came off the chest.

Despite the bright start for Old Stamfield, the game’s intensity escalated with disciplinary moments surfacing before half-time. Emyll Leclerc was shown a yellow card in the 38th minute for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity, a caution that underscored the physical nature of the contest. Shortly after, Ben Spencer received a yellow card for dissent, reflecting the mounting pressure on the home side.

Athletico Madrid pulled one back in the 44th minute through a somewhat fortunate goal. A fluke strike with the left foot caught the Old Stamfield defence off guard, reducing the deficit just before the break. The first half concluded with Old Stamfield holding a narrow 2-1 lead. Old Stamfield had another goal ruled out for offside.

The second half saw Athletico Madrid intensify their efforts, and their persistence paid off in the 71st minute when they levelled the score. A composed finish inside the box with the right foot brought the visitors back on terms, setting up a tense finale.

Old Stamfield responded decisively with a triple substitution in the 74th minute, bringing on Archie Newbold, Anders Larsson, and Trey Nyoni for Freddie Marshall, Hugo Lamy, and Emyll Leclerc respectively. These tactical changes aimed to inject fresh energy and defensive stability as the match entered its crucial stages.

In stoppage time, Old Stamfield secured a dramatic winner. Archie Newbold’s well-delivered cross found Eduardo Fuenzalida, who rose highest to head home from close range off a set piece. This late goal sealed a memorable 3-2 victory for the home side, sparking celebrations among the Banbury faithful.

Old Stamfield’s blend of attacking verve and resilience proved decisive against a formidable Athletico Madrid side. The early goals set the tone, while the late winner epitomised their never-say-die spirit in a match that will be remembered for its drama and quality.