Report: 3rd XI Men vs St Neots 2s – October 04, 2025
Spalding Men’s 3s vs. St Neots Men’s 2s
Date: 04/10/2025
Time: 13:00
Final Score: St Neots Men’s 2s (6) defeated Spalding Men’s 3s (0)
Spalding Men’s 3s, led by Captain Martin Perkins, endured a challenging afternoon on the road against a well-drilled St Neots Men’s 2s side, ultimately falling to a 6-0 defeat. While the scoreline reflects a tough day, the match report highlights the resilience and dedication of the Spalding defence, which kept the opposition at bay for long periods.
St Neots started quickly, finding the back of the net just two minutes into the match, immediately putting Spalding on the back foot. Despite the early setback, Spalding sought to regroup, but St Neots’ attacking pressure proved relentless, leading to the concession of a second goal soon after. The third blow came at a critical time, conceded just before the half-time whistle, leaving Spalding trailing 3-0 at the break.
The second half was defined by a heroic effort from the Spalding defensive unit. After the flurry of early goals, the team held the 3-0 scoreline for the majority of the second half, showcasing remarkable tenacity and structure against continuous pressure. This period of defensive mastery was a credit to the entire back line and midfield effort.
However, the team faced a challenge in discipline when Brian was issued a green card for not being 5m, resulting in a two-minute suspension.
Spalding managed to navigate the time with ten men without conceding, further illustrating their fighting spirit.
Unfortunately, as the match wore on, the physical demands began to tell. St Neots capitalised in the final minutes, scoring a quick succession of goals to inflate the scoreline. The final goal was conceded in the last minute of the game, sealing the 6-0 victory for the home side.
Honourable Mentions
The post-match honours were as follows:
Captain: Martin Perkins
Man of the Match (MOM): Ethan Worrall was awarded the honour for a standout individual performance.
Dick of the Day (DOD): James Booth received the title for the classic wardrobe error of forgetting his maroon shirt.
Despite the result, the Spalding Men’s 3s can take significant encouragement from the extended period where their defensive efforts kept the game within reach.