Entering the second round of the competition the Frothers were up against Valley FC for the third time this season. With the games 1 apiece it was all on the line.

This match welcomed back for a cameo the Baby Boy, Big Cat, Stu Escott. Starting on the bench of course.

The game started off in a pretty end to end fashion, with no side having the clear upper hand. The deadlock was broken by a shot outside of the box that dipped between Ryan’s legs. Might pay to wear looser undies next game.

0-1

Valley had a few other decent chances but were unable to convert them. The Frothers best opportunities came through a couple of Alex longshots.

Half Time

Still within touching distance at the break, the Frothers tried to up the tempo in the second half. It was Valley who scored first, however, with a nasty deflected shot giving Ryan no chance.

0-2

Determined to try to put the game to bed Valley FC continued the attack, this time with a curling effort from outside of the box finding the bottom corner.

0-3

Finally playing some football

From then on it was all Frothers. Getting some nice link-up play down the left, Yarride appeared at the back post to put it away with the left.

1-3

Continuing to put on the pressure, the Frothers again went on the attack. This time with Will finding Lance with a nice through ball, who calmly finished it.

2-3

Ooo baby it’s back on! The Frothers on the march to steal some points. Would be a shame if we didn’t mark one of them on a corner…

2-4

Full time

A lot of positives to take from the match. With several players looking really good out there and scoring a couple of goals against a good team.

Man of the Match

Charles for a solid game in the mids and backline. Showing it off with some twinkle toes in the box.

Dick of the Day

Stu for losing his edge living on a beach in Nelson. Being gassed after 10 minutes, a flaccid bicycle kick attempt, and nutmegging himself. It was a tough watch.