Faces F.C

Faces took on White Ensign in their first fixture since the management shake up. 7 players from the reserves stepped up to replace 7 outgoing first team players. I (Scott Bird) also took over for my first game in charge of the first team.

The game itself was in doubt as atrocious conditions continued right up to the first whistle. The atmosphere before the game was really good and the boys were pumped and ready to go. Faces made a bright start and were forcing the pace early on. With the wind a… Continue

Faces made the trip to Rayleigh with almost an unchanged side from the week before. The exception being James Danderson who donned the gloves in between the sticks after the late withdrawal of Luke Roust through injury/hangover. Manager Gareth Collins decided to go with the same formation of 4-5-1 in an effort to pack the midfield and stifle the opposition.

The opening exchanges were fairly even with neither side taking a grip on the game, both guilty of giving possession away cheaply. The firs… Continue

Faces travelled to White Ensign with all change in the team once again with Wayne Power, Daniel Stokes, Ben Halsey and Joe Kelly coming in for Abs Mahmood, Jamie Orr, Phil Maloney & Daniel Redgrave. Faces began the game employing a new 4411 formation and started really well dominating possesion. Chances were being created from the off as the home side were struggling to contain Faces attacking football.

After 10 minutes Faces were rewarded for their impressive start when Daniel Dani broke c… Continue

Faces took on neighbours Frenford Senior looking to end a run of 4 successive home defeats. Manager Gareth Collins was back in charge after another successful stint at the Priory. Changes were made from the outset with Sam Carter, Stuart David & David Day coming in for James Danderson, Damien Yoxall & Ricky Downs who were all missing.

The game began at quick pace with both teams attempting to get a grip on the game. Possession was equally shared for the first half an hour without any re… Continue

Faces entertained Canning Town in only our second home game of the season. It was all change in the team again with 5 changes to last weeks starting line up. Abs Mahmood, Jamie Orr, Gary Bird, Daniel Redgrave and Phil Maloney all came in for starts. Liam Dooley, Paul Kelly, Ben Halsey, Sam Carter & Danny O'Driscoll all missing out. Faces also welcomed new signing Joe Kelly to the club, who started on the bench.

The game began in lively fashion as always with both teams looking to knock the… Continue