Totteridge FC Yellows hosted Aylesbury United Juniors at Four Ashes on the morning of 5th October 2025, with kick-off at 9:20am in a league fixture. The home side secured a narrow 2-1 victory after 80 minutes of competitive football, maintaining their strong form in front of their supporters.
Totteridge FC Yellows lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, designed to provide defensive solidity while allowing creativity and width in attack. Joshan Nijjar took his place between the sticks as goalkeeper, tasked with organising the backline and making crucial saves. The defensive quartet consisted of Daniel Shah at right back, Tatenda Makoni and Oleg Krivosic as central defenders, and Rory Fairless covering the left flank. In midfield, Muhammed Vayani and Noah Brereton operated as the two central midfielders, expected to break up play and distribute the ball efficiently. Ahead of them, the attacking trio featured Muhammad Ali Qarni on the right, Leo Adamiec centrally as the attacking midfielder, and Adam Hussain on the left, all supporting the lone striker, Logan Paulse, who led the line with the responsibility of converting chances.
No substitutes were named for Totteridge FC Yellows on this occasion.
The match began with both sides probing cautiously, but it was clear Totteridge FC Yellows aimed to control possession through their midfield pairing and creative attacking trio. The defensive unit remained disciplined, limiting Aylesbury United Juniors’ opportunities in the opening exchanges.
As the first half progressed, Totteridge FC Yellows gradually imposed themselves, with the attacking midfielders linking well with Logan Paulse upfront. The home side’s shape allowed them to exploit the wide areas, particularly through Adam Hussain on the left and Muhammad Ali Qarni on the right, who consistently threatened the opposition’s defence.
Despite some promising moves, the first half ended goalless at the 40-minute mark. Both teams showed resilience and tactical awareness, but neither could find the breakthrough before the interval.
The second half saw Totteridge FC Yellows increase their intensity. The midfield duo of Vayani and Brereton worked tirelessly to regain possession and launch attacks. The defensive partnership of Makoni and Krivosic remained solid, while Shah and Fairless provided support on the flanks.
Totteridge FC Yellows eventually broke the deadlock, with their attacking players combining effectively to create openings. Logan Paulse’s movement and finishing proved decisive, as he found the net to give the hosts the lead.
Aylesbury United Juniors responded with determination, managing to pull a goal back and level the score. However, Totteridge FC Yellows maintained their composure and pushed forward in search of a winner.
The decisive moment arrived when Totteridge FC Yellows restored their advantage, with another goal that ultimately sealed the three points. The team’s organisation and attacking threat proved too much for the visitors in the closing stages.
Throughout the match, goalkeeper Joshan Nijjar was outstanding, making several key saves to keep Totteridge FC Yellows in the game and earning the player of the match accolade for his commanding presence and crucial interventions.
In the end, Totteridge FC Yellows’ tactical discipline, combined with moments of attacking quality, secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Aylesbury United Juniors at Four Ashes, a result that will boost their confidence as the league campaign progresses.
