Trowbridge Town U14s welcomed Thatcham Town Harriers U14 Fire to Woodmarsh Axe & Cleaver Lane on 27 April 2025 for a thrilling league encounter that ended with a scoreline of 2-1 in favour of the home side. The match kicked off at 10:30 am and showcased a competitive spirit from both teams, with Trowbridge ultimately securing the three points.
Trowbridge Town lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, which allowed for a solid defensive structure while providing width through the midfield. Henri Turner took his place in goal, shielded by a back four of Josh Bailey on the right, Jake Wells and Charlie Amor in the centre and Leo Shepherd on the left. The midfield was packed with creativity and energy, featuring Leon Jones as right and Ollie Curtis left midfielders respectively, while Alfie Nyarko, and Dan Jackman operated centrally. Up front, Roy Mufalo and Roman Snow were tasked with leading the attack.
The substitutes for Trowbridge included Cole Pender, Austin Cooper, and Ruben Reeves, who would be called upon to make an impact as the match progressed.
The match began with Trowbridge asserting their presence early on. In the sixth minute, Henri Turner demonstrated his goalkeeping prowess with a confident catch, setting the tone for a solid performance. Just two minutes later, Leon Jones tested the Thatcham goalkeeper with a shot that was saved, signalling Trowbridge's attacking intent.
The breakthrough came in the 19th minute when Roman Snow found the back of the net, assisted by Alfie Nyarko. This goal ignited celebrations among the home supporters and gave Trowbridge a well-deserved lead. However, the joy was short-lived as Thatcham equalised in the 26th minute, capitalising on a defensive mistake from Trowbridge to level the score.
In a tactical reshuffle, Trowbridge made three substitutions shortly after conceding. Alfie Nyarko made way for Cole Pender, Leo Shepherd was replaced by Austin Cooper, and Ollie Curtis was substituted for Ruben Reeves, all within a minute of each other. These changes aimed to reinvigorate the team as they sought to regain control of the match.
As the first half drew to a close, the score remained 1-1, and both teams headed into the break with everything to play for. The second half commenced with renewed energy, and just a minute after the restart, Roman Snow struck again, converting a penalty in the 36th minute to restore Trowbridge's lead.
Trowbridge continued to make tactical adjustments, bringing on Leo Shepherd for Josh Bailey, Alfie Nyarko for Roy Mufalo, and Ollie Curtis for Leon Jones, all in the 38th minute. These substitutions were crucial as Trowbridge aimed to maintain their advantage and control the midfield.
As the match progressed, Trowbridge made further substitutions, with Cole Pender making way for Leon Jones in the 56th minute, followed by Josh Bailey replacing Ruben Reeves in the 60th minute. Roy Mufalo then came on for Dan Jackman in the 64th minute, adding fresh legs to the midfield as Trowbridge sought to secure their lead.
Despite Thatcham's attempts to find an equaliser, Trowbridge's defence held firm, with Henri Turner making key saves to deny the visitors any clear chances. The match concluded with Trowbridge Town U14s emerging victorious, securing a vital win in their league campaign. The final score of 2-1 not only highlighted Trowbridge's resilience but also showcased the talent and determination of their young players.
