Syl U12 Blacks Secure Convincing 3-0 Victory At Blakesley
⚽ Result
Blakesley U12 Blues 0
SYL U12 Blacks 3
🏆 Competition
Away league match
📅 When
Saturday, 17 October 2026
📍 Venue
BLAKESLEY PLAYING FIELDS (Away)
SYL U12 Blacks travelled to Blakesley Playing Fields on 17 October 2026 for a 10:15am kick-off in a 9-a-side league fixture against Blakesley U12 Blues. The away side emerged with a commanding 3-0 win after a dominant display over the 60 minutes plus added time. Refereed by Joe Gosney, the match saw Syl U12 Blacks impose their game plan effectively to secure all three points.
Syl U12 Blacks lined up in a 2-4-2 formation, which saw a solid defensive base of two central defenders supported by a midfield quartet tasked with both defensive duties and creative support. Alan Szular guarded the goal, with Rais Quartey and Leon Sanders anchoring the defence centrally. The midfield consisted of Ralphy Spicer on the right, Oliver Harvey and Yaseen Lamin centrally, and Caiden Brennan on the left. Up front, the attack was spearheaded by Yusef Oyeniyan on the right and Ollie Strachan on the left. This formation was designed to provide width from the midfield and forwards, while maintaining a compact defensive shape. The substitutes available were Aiden Nsah and Harrison Ogden.
The opening goal came in the 21st minute when Caiden Brennan capitalised on a precise cross from right midfielder Ralphy Spicer. Brennan’s close-range finish with his right foot inside the box gave Syl U12 Blacks an early advantage, setting the tone for the remainder of the match. The goal was a product of good wing play and clinical finishing, demonstrating the effectiveness of the wide midfielders in creating chances.
Shortly after, in the 30th minute, a tactical substitution was made with Aiden Nsah replacing Ralphy Spicer. This change coincided with the half-time whistle, allowing Syl U12 Blacks to regroup and adjust their approach for the second half.
The second half began with renewed intensity from Syl U12 Blacks. In the 38th minute, Brennan again found the net, this time following a well-worked team move. Yusef Oyeniyan provided a short pass assist that allowed Brennan to slot home another right-footed finish, extending the lead to 2-0. This goal highlighted the fluidity of the attacking unit and the sharp interplay between midfield and forwards.
Two minutes later, at the 40th minute mark, another tactical substitution saw Harrison Ogden come on for Yusef Oyeniyan, further refreshing the attacking options. Syl U12 Blacks continued to control possession and dictate the tempo.
At the 50th minute, Ralphy Spicer returned to the pitch, replacing central midfielder Oliver Harvey. This tactical switch aimed to inject more width and pace into the midfield as the team sought to maintain their dominance.
The third and final goal arrived in the 54th minute, with Caiden Brennan completing his hat-trick. Once again, he found the back of the net with a right-footed strike, cementing a comprehensive 3-0 lead for Syl U12 Blacks. Brennan’s clinical finishing throughout the match was a key factor in the team’s success.
Throughout the game, goalkeeper Alan Szular remained composed, ensuring a clean sheet alongside the defensive pairing of Quartey and Sanders. The midfield, particularly Oliver Harvey before his substitution, provided balance and control, earning him the player of the match accolade for his influential performance.
Syl U12 Blacks’ tactical discipline, combined with effective wing play and clinical finishing, ensured a well-deserved victory on the road against Blakesley U12 Blues. The team’s ability to adapt through substitutions and maintain pressure throughout the match was evident, promising a strong campaign ahead.
