Recap

Croydon Athletic Maintains Perfect Record with Victory Over Kenningwell United

Croydon Athletic started the match on the front foot, taking the lead with their first meaningful attack. Kaydence Kabadaki expertly received the ball on the left side of the box and struck a powerful shot at the near post, beating the keeper for pace.

The first half was a lively affair, with both teams creating a flurry of chances. However, a combination of excellent goalkeeping, some impressive last-ditch tackles, and a few near-misses that skimmed the outside of the post meant the score remained 1-0 at halftime. The extended highlights video even features an intriguing glimpse into the halftime team talk, showcasing how the squad responds to tactical and physical challenges.

After the break, Croydon came out determined to implement the changes suggested by their coaches and looked increasingly dangerous. They had a goal disallowed almost immediately from the restart, but it wasn’t long before they doubled their lead. Winning the battle in midfield, they played through to Kabadaki, who calmly slotted home her second into the far corner.

As the match progressed, Croydon’s dominance became evident, with numerous chances falling their way. Kenningwell United were fortunate not to concede from a corner that was scrambled off the line, and their goalkeeper was forced into making several impressive saves.

The game saw a moment of concern when Kabadaki suffered a nasty knock to the head, and we wish her a speedy recovery. The stoppage provided a brief momentum boost for the home side, who pulled one back from a corner, leading to a nervy finish. However, Croydon held firm to secure the 3 points.

This high-quality match further cements Croydon Athletic’s position at the top of the league, marking an impressive six wins from six matches so far this season!