Preview:
Off the back of three straight wins, Ewell looked to continue their impressive form and faced a Greenside team who had experienced a slow start to the season.
The Match:
12
CHANCE
Crawford drills in a cross from the right wing and Chipperton guides a header towards goal that narrowly sails over.
20
CHANCE
Intricate build up play on the left flank results in a chance for Burr, whose effort is hacked away off the line.
34
CHANCE
Burr is presented with another opportunity at the back post but his effort is repelled once again.
HALF TIME – Greenside 0 - AFC Ewell 0
52
CHANCE
Clancy beats the keeper to the ball, cuts inside and steers a left footed shot towards goal, although it clips the bar and drops out of play.
57
GOAL
Clancy. Ewell finally break the deadlock courtesy of a Clancy penalty. For the second week running, the striker is scythed down inside the area and picks himself up to convert the resulting spot kick.
68
CHANCE
Harley attempts to lash home a half volley following a set piece but mistimes his effort.
75
GOAL
Harley. Assist: Sear. Ewell, having defended resolutely, kill of the game with a swift counter attack. Sear gallops down the right flank and delivers a measured cross for Harley to tuck home, opening his AFC Ewell account in the process.
FULL TIME – Greenside 0 - AFC Ewell 2
The verdict:
Ewell overcame a churned up pitch and swirling winds in what proved to be a close encounter. Ewell secured a second clean sheet of the season and their defensive resolve was a crucial factor in the obtaining the victory, whilst their offensive prowess eventually came through against a tiring Greenside outfit.