Match Report
Bridport FC Women took on Paulton Rovers Ladies Reserves in a competitive match ending
1-1. Both sides are fighting for league points and a goal from Laura Tattershall saw Bridport
return home with a point.
The game was relocated after the main pitch at First 4 Pools Stadium was deemed
unplayable.
Bridport opted to play uphill in the first half, facing the added challenge of the slope while
trying to establish control early on.
Early exchanges were scrappy as both sides failed to dominate possession. Despite
Bridport’s attempts they struggled to exploit wings against Paulton’s tight defense.
Paulton took the lead after a defensive error from Bridport allowed Jenna Woodland to play a
weighted pass through the channel towards Jasmine Ford who made a strong finish.
Bridport fought to bounce back throughout the remainder of the second half, creating two
clear chances. Yet, both went wide.
On the 45th minute, Florence Valinski delivered a ball under pressure to Laura Tattershall
who equalised for Bridport.
As the second half began, Bridport’s four substitutions along with the advantage of playing
downhill gave them a new intensity.
Returning from injury, May Cornwell linked well with Laura Tattershall as chances continued
to be made with one shot saved and one being put wide.
Despite the momentum staying mostly with Bridport, Paulton also kept the pressure on and
had one clear second-half chance which was shot wide.
In the 83rd minute, a corner from Bridport led to Tattershall making a headed shot at goal.
The goal was initially celebrated but disallowed after the referee consulted the linesperson,
as the goalkeeper had scooped the ball It may not have crossed the line.
This left Tattershall surprised as manager Lianne Dunk protested the decision. Leaving
spectators and official to be reminded of a similar incident earlier this season.
Despite late chances from May Cornwell and Holly Perryment, the scoreline remained 1-1 as
the game came to an end.
Player of the match was awarded to Perryment for her consistent work rate throughout.
Bridport will be looking to build on the strong second half performance for the next game
against Middlezoy at home.
- Keela Elliott
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