Sutton Valence faced off against league high-flyers Gravesham & Welcome in a match that brought renewed hope after a string of weeks marked by poor team availability. With a full-strength squad finally in attendance, Sutton Valence was eager to put in a solid performance against a tough opponent.

From the outset, Sutton Valence displayed confidence, pushing forward and creating several promising chances. The first half unfolded as a tightly contested affair, with both teams exhibiting skill and determination. Despite their efforts, Sutton Valence struggled to find the back of the net, while Gravesham & Welcome proved clinical, capitalizing on their opportunities to take a commanding lead.

As the second half commenced, the match took on a more scrappy tone, with tensions building between the players. Sutton Valence’s Ben T received a green card for a seemingly trivial infringement, requiring him to take a short breather on the sidelines.
This summoned up the second half with the visitors managing to control the game from the centre leaving Valence struggling.

Ultimately, the game ended 5-0 in favor of the visitors, a scoreline that felt harsh to Sutton Valence, given their strong first-half performance. The missed chances, particularly during several short corners, were a source of frustration for the team, who believed they could have kept the match much closer.

Looking ahead, Sutton Valence remains optimistic. With continued team availability and a performance akin to today’s, they are confident that their first win of the season is on the horizon

Team;
Ross MacKay (GK)
Nick Hall (C)
Adrian Gander
Ben Tragett
Alex Hodges
Alistair Robinson
Chris Sheldon
Andy Barr
Chris Stile
Duncan Wills
Steve Parker
Tom Willson
James Willmott
Olly Sheldon
James Abrahams

Match Report by: James Willmott
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