Date: Saturday, 14th December Venue: Camp & Satherley Stadium Kick-off: 2:00 PM
It was certainly a game of two halves at the Camp & Satherley Stadium, where Portland United Reserves faced Balti Sports. The match started disastrously for the Blues as they conceded a goal within the first minute. Balti Sports capitalized on their early momentum, adding another goal 15 minutes into the game.
However, the Blues found a glimmer of hope when Ryan McKecknie pulled one back at the 30-minute mark. Just as the first half was nearing its end, Balti Sports struck again, ensuring a two-goal lead going into halftime.
The second half saw a determined Reserves make a remarkable comeback. Josh Camp’s brilliant strike in the 55th minute ignited the resurgence, and just a minute later, Sanchez-Baker leveled the score with a fantastic team goal, making it 3-3.
The Blues believed they had secured the win when Ryan McKecknie netted his second goal in the 65th minute. However, their joy was short-lived as Balti Sports managed to equalize in the 85th minute, leaving the final score at a thrilling 4-4 draw.
It was a highly entertaining match, with both sides giving their all and providing a spectacle for the fans. The game highlighted the resilience and fighting spirit of Portland United Reserves, who fought back from a difficult first half to claim a share of the spoils.