Preview:
 
The title decider. After months of hard work, both sides entered this fixture knowing the result would determine the outcome of the title race. Chessington went into the game knowing that avoiding defeat would suffice, whilst for Ewell, only a win would do.
 
The Match:
 

10

NEAR MISS

Some Heptonstall heroics keep the scores level. Despite being rounded the keeper manages to recover and claw the ball to safety.  

18

CHANCE

Neat link up play between Hodge and Ransom almost results in the former giving Ewell the lead.

25

CHANCE

Ransom’s corner is directed wide by Chipperton, as Ewell begin to assert themselves.

36

GOAL

Clancy. Assist: Chipperton. Ewell are handed a golden opportunity to take the lead after Ransom is bundled over in the box. Chipperton’s spot kick is pushed onto the post but Clancy is on hand to smash home the rebound.

HALF TIME – Chessington KC Reserves 0 - AFC Ewell 1

60

GOAL

Hodge beats his man and stands up a cross towards the back post. Hitch rises highest and plants a thumping header back across the goal. Despite injuring himself in the process, Ewell extend their lead.

74

GOAL

Hodge. Assist: Bullock. Bullock’s bicycle falls fortuitously for Ewell and Hodge diverts it beyond the advancing keeper.

82

GOAL

Bullock. Assist: Clancy. Bullock crowns Ewell’s emphatic display by beating the keeper with a well-struck effort that nestles into the top corner.

FULL TIME – Chessington KC Reserves 0 - AFC Ewell 4

 
The verdict:
 
Ewell secured a third league title in four seasons after arguably producing their finest performance of the season on the final day. Far from buckling under the pressure, Ewell stood up to the task at hand. With a grand total of 14 wins, 5 draws and a solitary defeat, Ewell deserve to be considered worthy champions.