Shifnal Town 5 Worcester Raiders 1
Another example of the quality of the WMRL from two very capable sides. Early skirmishes were pretty even-steven before the hosts instantly took a firm grip on proceedings as they scored twice in as many minutes. Try as they might,and they really did have a go,the visitors struggled to contain table-toppers Shifnal. Things took a sharp turn right on the stroke of half-time when the visitors reduced the deficit with a 'worldy' from the right; was it a shot or a cross ? No matter, from where we stood it was an absolute belter !
Within minutes of the restart Shifnal increased their lead which was further enhanced with a mix-up between defender and keeper; 4-1, but they kept the best 'till last; a sweeping move from defence to attack with just 5 touches and the ball was dispatched for a fifth. Magnificent stuff at this level !
To be fair, the visitors were never overrun;indeed they had their moments and were unlucky on quite a few occasions but Shifnal are worthy league leaders on this performance.
MOTM Shifnal Town ; No 9
MOTM Worcester Raiders ; No 8
Entrance ; £4 concession
Programme ; £2
Drink ; £1
Referee ; 9/10
Crowd ; 50 est
Non-league dogs ; Didn't see any !
Entertainment value ; 9/10
