Knock Out Cup Round 2

MUFC v KCU 3rds

A spirited MUFC returned to winning form with a 4-0 victory over 2nd division KCU 3rds in the 2nd round of the knock out cup.

Having enjoyed the luxury of a bye last week the Manukau team came out refreshed and played positive football from the kick off. The flare of youth against the more experienced KCU team proved to be an interesting battle with both teams looking to open the scoring.

Defence stood tall and midfield tackled hard as very little goal mouth action prevailed. Halfway through he first half Atain gave MUFC the lead with a well taken shot from right field. A late flurry in the home side penalty box was all KCU managed in the first half.

The break brought new life to KCU who pressed forward determined to equalize. A couple of corners in quick succession, followed by more pressure would have caused lesser teams than MUFC to crumble. Staunch defence and a willingness to put bodies on the line kept their opponents at bay.

Ollie made it 2 nil following a mix up in the KCU defence. The ball breaking free to Shaan Eagle, played Ollie into space who calmy lifted the ball over the advancing keeper. Another youngster, Jacko made it 3 with the ‘goal of the season.’ Picking the ball up on the right and running at pace, he beat the keeper with a ferocious drive into the top corner of the goal.

The day was capped off with an excellent header by Shaan. An inch perfect cross was met by the forward with venom, offering the keeper no chance as the onion bagged rippled.

Results and table

Group 3

Manakau United 4 Kcu 3rds 0
Paekakariki Harlequins 0 Otaki Purutaitama 1
Waikanae geezers Bye

P W D L GF GA Pts
Otaki Purutaitama 2 1 1 0 4 3 4
Manakau united 1 1 0 0 4 0 3
Paekakariki Harlequins 2 1 0 1 4 3 3
Waikanae Geezers 1 0 1 0 3 3 1
Kcu 3rds 2 0 0 2 2 8 0

Next Saturday sees MUFC travel to Haruatai Park in Otaki to play 1st Division Team, Otaki Purutaitama.

The team looks forward to seeing you there and after match enjoy a drink in the Otaki Clubrooms. Then back to the Manakau Hotel for further deliberations.