Our pre-season preparations began successfully with a 2-0 win in a private friendly against League One’s Leyton Orient. This match was a valuable opportunity for our team to experiment with tactics and formations before the start of the season.
Manager John Smith was pleased with the outcome and emphasized the importance of building momentum and confidence early on in pre-season. He also highlighted the significance of giving all players playing time and assessing their performance in a game setting.
The first goal was scored by striker James Richardson in the first half, following a well-coordinated team play. This boosted our team’s morale and allowed us to dominate the game and control the pace.
In the second half, midfielder Sarah Johnson extended our lead with a well-executed goal from beyond the box. This showcased our team’s attacking abilities and versatility in creating scoring opportunities from different areas of the field.
Overall, the match against Leyton Orient was a promising start to our pre-season campaign. The victory served as a confidence boost for the team as we continue to prepare for the upcoming challenges in the season. The manager and players are eager to build on this performance and refine their preparations in the upcoming weeks.