This match was played at Consett Cricket Club as part of the Clem Smith Bowl Extra Preliminary Round.
Consett Blackfyne secured a convincing 6-2 victory over Newton Aycliffe YFC Senior. Robert McConnell was a standout performer, contributing three goals to the scoreline. Newton Aycliffe YFC Senior benefitted from two goals from Luke Brownless but were unable to keep pace with their opponents.
No cards were awarded in this match.
For Consett Blackfyne, Nathan Scurr was replaced by Harvey Archbold, Shay McCullagh was replaced by Tom Eglin, and Robert McConnell was replaced by Nathan Anderson.
For Newton Aycliffe YFC Senior, Mason Steed was replaced by Cameron Copeland and Mark Blackbourn was replaced by Riley Seaman.
Pre-Match Prediction Analysis
I had predicted a competitive 2-1 win for Consett Blackfyne, but they surpassed expectations with a dominant 6-2 triumph! Clearly, I underestimated their scoring ability in this cup fixture.