On Saturday, September 23, 2023, Southend Collegians 'A' faced Leigh Town Saturday Reserves in the Southend Borough & District Football Combination Division One at The Len Forge Centre. It was a demanding day for the A team, marked by both positives and challenges.
The match unfolded with Leigh Town taking the lead late in the first half. They scored from a corner and then capitalized on a fortuitous cross that caught the goalkeeper off his line, making it hard to see the ball in the sun.
Despite these setbacks, the team competed relatively well for the first 50-60 minutes of the game. They managed to pull a goal back, bringing the score to 2-1 early in the second half through a well-taken finish by Jason Peace.
However, as Southend Collegians 'A' pushed for an equalizer, Leigh Town Saturday Reserves extended their lead with two more goals, ultimately securing a 4-1 victory.
Although the result didn't go their way, the team exhibited resilience and a competitive spirit. With continued effort and determination, they will aim to bounce back in the upcoming matches.
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