Bilbrook v Darlaston Town(1874)
On a bitterly cold, wet afternoon these two sides served up an extra Christmas treat with no sign of a festive-induced hangover. The 'big boys' could do worse than come and watch a game like this - it was terrific.It was all about effort and commitment,something sadly lacking at the top end of the game.
After two minutes,Town were in the lead after a goalmouth scramble and it looked ominous for the hosts who were perhaps guilty of showing the table-toppers far too much respect.Gradually,Bilbrook got their passing game together and from then on gave as good as they got.Indeed,if just one forward in the home side had brought their shooting boots,this game would have had a vastly different outcome.As it was,Town added a second before half-time.
Half-time ; Bilbrook 0 Darlaston Town(1874) 2
If anything,Bilbrook saw more of the ball in the second half,carving out numerous chances but as in
the first half ,these were wasted.Town,on the other hand do know how to score(goal difference of 33 prior to this game) and it was they who added a further two goals for a convincing-looking scoreline.
It was maybe a little harsh for Bilbrook to be on the receiving end of a 4-0 score but as I've oft repeated on this blog,it's goals that win games,not possession.Just who is going to stop the relentless march of the visitors ? They do look an accomplished side at this level.
This was a game definitely worth watching.Good entertainment played in an excellent spirit.Well done both teams.
MOTM Bilbrook ; No 10
MOTM Darlaston ; No 7
Entrance ;£2
Programme ; N/a
Drink ; 50p!
Crowd ; 50(est)
Referee ; Good
