Westerhope United U13 Gold Triumph 7-3 At Killingworth F.C. U12 Girls Black
⚽ Result
Killingworth F.C. U14 GIRL 3
westerhope united u13 gold 7
🏆 Competition
Northumberland Football League U13 Division 7
Away league match
📅 When
Sunday, 01 February 2026
📍 Venue
Killingworth F.C. U12 Girls Black (Away)
Westerhope United U13 Gold hosted Killingworth F.C. U12 Girls Black on 1st February 2026 for a league home fixture kicking off at 10:30am. The 11-a-side contest lasted 70 minutes plus injury time, culminating in a thrilling 7-3 victory for Westerhope United. The match was marked by a flurry of goals and tactical substitutions that kept the momentum firmly with the visitors.
Westerhope lined up in a 4-1-2-3 formation, deploying Lucas in goal to marshal the defence. The back four consisted of Daniel at right back, Jack and Riley as central defenders, and Jake on the left flank. Jackson operated as the holding central midfielder, providing a shield for the defence and linking play. Ahead of him, Finley took up the right attacking midfield role while Zak occupied the left attacking midfield position, both expected to support the front three. The attacking trio featured Mark on the right forward, Logan leading the line as striker, and Mason L on the left forward. The substitutes named were Craig, Joe, and Luke H.
The match burst into life early on with Westerhope taking the lead in the 13th minute. Mark found the net after a precise assist from Jackson, setting the tone for an attacking display. Just five minutes later, a triple substitution saw Craig replace Finley, Joe come on for Mark, and Luke H take over from Daniel, signalling a tactical shift from Westerhope.
Craig quickly justified his introduction by scoring in the 29th minute, assisted by Zak, who was proving influential on the left side. Westerhope’s fluidity was evident again three minutes later when Zak himself scored, this time set up by Luke H, who had settled well into the right back position. The first half concluded at the 35-minute mark with Westerhope firmly in control.
The second half began with further changes as Finley returned to the pitch for Logan, and Mark replaced Mason L, refreshing the attacking options. Westerhope wasted no time adding to their tally, with Craig scoring again in the 36th minute, this time assisted by Logan. Daniel also returned to the right back role, coming on for Jake, maintaining defensive solidity.
An own goal from a Killingworth player in the 40th minute, following a cross from Finley, further extended Westerhope’s lead. Craig completed his hat-trick just a minute later, cementing his status as a key figure in the match. The visitors continued to rotate personnel with Logan replacing Riley, Mark coming on for Zak, and Jake returning for Jack at the 51-minute mark, ensuring fresh legs across the pitch.
Westerhope’s attacking prowess was on full display again in the 57th minute when Mason L scored, assisted by Mark, pushing the scoreline further ahead. However, Killingworth responded with a goal of their own in the 59th minute, beginning a late rally. Zak returned to midfield in the 65th minute, replacing Jackson, as Westerhope sought to maintain control.
Despite conceding two goals in quick succession between the 67th and 69th minutes, Westerhope’s earlier dominance was never seriously threatened. The final whistle confirmed a 7-3 victory, a result reflecting their attacking verve and tactical flexibility throughout the match.
Jake, Craig, and Zak were singled out as players of the match, each contributing significantly to both defensive stability and attacking impetus. Westerhope United’s performance on the road was a comprehensive display of teamwork, skill, and strategic substitutions that ultimately secured all three points.
