Sunday 8th October 2006

League

Wheatsheaf went into the game needing a victory to get their season back on track following last weeks 7-0 drubbing by Three Tunns. Manager Tony Craig replaced himself with Karl Rainbird at the back and brought Matt Roberts back onto the left side of midfield. Former Stores player Baggo lined up in midfield for Britannia.

The opening fifteen minutes of the game made for an even contest, however ten minutes of madness cost Stores the game. Keeper Dyche had a nightmare spell as he spilled the ball twice to gift Britannia two easy goals. In between Matt Craig gave the ball away in midfield and Britannia were able to break away and slot in the second. Wheatsheaf created a couple of chances for themselves but were unable to convert. Rob Evans towering header from Seymour's excellent cross was palmed over by the goalkeeper. Matt Maskery also went close with an effort from 18 yards, but his shot sailed just wide.

Managers Plant and Craig decided to end Dyche's nightmare early and brought him off at half-time. He was replaced in goal by Stanway, who was making his first appearance between the sticks since the defeat to Slaters Ales. Wheatsheaf started the second half brightly, but were unable to create any real goal scoring opportunities. Stanway made a couple of vital interceptions around the edge of his box as Britannia were beginning to stretch their opponents. On 70 minutes they finally made the breakthrough when the right midfielder broke clear, took the ball around the goalkeeper and slotted it into the net. Despite the efforts of Matt Roberts and Kev Jones, who battled well in midfield, Wheatsheaf never really looked like scoring and will be disappointed with the performance. They will need to improve next week as they host Britannia at Fenton Park.