Brill United Vs Naphill - Friendly

Brill v Naphill Friendly 23rd February 2025

We played a friendly match at home against Naphill, a team in a higher division. Despite the strong cross wind and heavy ground, which made it tough to work the ball, we played great passing football.

The score was 0-0 at halftime. Naphill had hit the post twice but we had our chances too.

In the second half we developed strong patterns of play. We scored our first when a hand ball just outside the penalty area gave Barnes the chance to rifle the free kick into the net through a crowded goalmouth. A little later Will showed great composure to pass the ball into the net in another of our attacks to make it a deserved 2-0.

Naphill scored soon after from a speculative kick towards goal from the left wing, it went way up in the air and looped just under the bar for their only goal of the match.

Despite the challenging conditions, the game was high-energy, ending with a well fought 2-1 victory for Brill.

It was hard for Coach Phil to pick a standout player because every one of the boys had performed so well. He particularly praised Ted’s tireless midfield work, well played Ted! but named Arlo MOTM for his sharp defensive work as part of a resolute back three. A joy to watch as ever!!