Preview:
 
After surrendering a late equaliser last week, Ewell were determined to bank their first win of the season ahead of their clash with Old Rutlishians Reserves.
 
The Match:
 

12

GOAL

Chipperton. Assist: Rayment. After another positive start, Ewell broke the deadlock as Rayment’s precise cross picked out Chipperton, whose measured volley from the edge of the box nestled into the top corner.  

20

CHANCE

The ball drops invitingly for Ransom on the edge of the box, but his curling narrowly missed the target.

HALF TIME – AFC Ewell 1 vs Old Rutlishians Reserves 0

54

NEAR MISS

Heptonstall comes to Ewell’s rescue with a tremendous double save to deny the onrushing Rutlishians forward.   

65

GOAL

Clancy. Assist: Heptonstall. Clancy refuses to allow the ball to be shepparded out for a throw-in and, after he nicks the ball back, he runs through on goal and finishes calmly.    

75

CHANCE

More positive play from Ewell results in an opportunity for Rayment, although he is unable to take it.

88

GOAL

Clancy. Assist: Chipperton. Chipperton and Clancy combine in a well worked move which puts the game beyond doubt.

FULL TIME – AFC Ewell 3 vs Old Rutlishians Reserves 0

 
The verdict:
 
Despite heading into the game with a number of notable absentees, a Ewell side containing 3 debutants produced a commanding performance. Three well-taken goals provided a cutting edge which had perhaps been lacking last week and, most importantly, resulted in them picking up their first win of the season.