Harrogate Railway Ladies played host to Altofts Ladies this week and again failed to bag any points.
In the first half Railway were certainly looking like a team that wanted to win, unlike last week, putting great pressure onto the Altofts defence many a time unfortunately Railway are missing a naturel striker who can finish in front of goal.
It was on the 29th Minute when Altofts went one up with a fine move down the middle and just beating the outstretched hand of Rails keeper, Vicky Beaty, 0-1. Rails heads didn’t go down and very quickly had the ball up the other end but still couldn’t find the net.
On the 44th Minute Altofts won a corner which was cleared only for another to be awarded, this happened 5 times, much to the bemusement of the railway management, and with 49 minutes played the fifth corner went in,0-2, and half time at last.
Railway were unfortunate to be 2 down at half time, they were playing well and had a positive look about them, new girl Leanne Court, had a great game at full back and with a bit more fitness she will be a great asset to the team.
Railway still had a lot of individual errors, small but all together it creates chances for the opposition and in this league most take their chances, this proved so and Altofts went 0-5 up by the 80th minute.
Railway kept on working and on the 83rd minute a great run from Laura Savage (player off the match) found a pass to Zarah Avila who crossed in to the feet of Sandra (sonic) Clarke to drive the ball home for a conciliation goal.
Another disappointing defeat for the Railway Ladies but on the bright side they looked something like the team from last season for most of the match.
The team are still looking to strengthen the squad so if your interested please get in touch – Simon on 07740591697
