On Saturday 13 September 2025, Tenisons III hosted Carshalton 4th at the Archbishop Tenison's School Sports Ground #1 in a lively league encounter that kicked off at 1:30pm. The home side emerged victorious in a high-scoring contest, prevailing 5-3 after a pulsating 90 minutes of football.
Tenisons III deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation, aiming to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. Stuart Glassington guarded the goal, supported by a back four consisting of Luke Hinds at right back, Chris Stafford and Jeremy Barton as central defenders, and George Toner on the left. In midfield, Liam Mepham and Dre Robinson operated as the two central midfielders tasked with both breaking up play and initiating attacks. Ahead of them, the three attacking midfielders were Harry Coll on the right, Jay Shann centrally, and Sahr Gbembo on the left, all charged with creating chances and linking up with the lone striker Melvin Osadolor. This setup was designed to provide width and creativity while maintaining a strong defensive base.
No substitutes were named for this fixture.
The first half unfolded with both sides showing attacking intent, but it was Tenisons III who managed to carve out the better opportunities through their dynamic midfield trio. The home defence, marshalled by Stafford and Barton, held firm against Carshalton’s forward thrusts, while Glassington remained alert between the sticks. The half concluded at 45 minutes with the teams heading into the break, the scoreline reflecting an intense battle but no further details on goals or key moments were provided for this period.
As the second half commenced, Tenisons III’s attacking players began to assert themselves more decisively. Melvin Osadolor led the line with purpose, supported by the creative runs of Coll, Shann, and Gbembo. The interplay between the midfield and forward lines paid dividends, allowing the hosts to break through Carshalton’s defensive lines repeatedly. The right flank, in particular, saw Luke Hinds push forward to support Coll, adding an extra dimension to the attack.
Throughout the match, Liam Mepham and Dre Robinson worked tirelessly in central midfield, disrupting Carshalton’s rhythm and recycling possession effectively. Their efforts provided a platform for the attacking midfielders to exploit spaces and create goal-scoring opportunities. George Toner’s role on the left was equally vital, balancing defensive duties with overlapping runs to stretch the opposition.
Carshalton 4th fought back admirably, managing to find the net three times, which ensured the contest remained finely poised until the final whistle. However, Tenisons III’s superior attacking cohesion and clinical finishing ultimately secured the three points. The 5-3 scoreline reflected a thrilling encounter marked by end-to-end action and a display of attacking football from both sides.
In the end, Tenisons III’s tactical setup and the individual contributions of their starting eleven proved decisive. The team’s ability to combine defensive organisation with attacking verve was key to overcoming Carshalton 4th in this entertaining league fixture at Archbishop Tenison's School Sports Ground #1.
