01/11/2026
Under 12 Lions Match Report
Bury Rangers 4
London Lions White 1
On a sunny morning at Richard Hale, the Lions welcomed London Lions, a side they had faced on just two previous occasions. Following last week’s disappointment, the Lions were determined to put things right & get back to winning ways.
1st (1-1)
From the very first whistle, the Lions were on the front foot, showing real intent, focus & determination to get the result. There was some excellent football on display throughout, with slick passing combinations, clever interchanges & flowing link-up play creating plenty of opportunities. Grace & Harper both had good chances before a determined run & lovely cross from Annie was coolly slotted home by Nancy. A lack of communication & a defensive mix-up allowed the opposition to equalise just three minutes later, but the Lions kept their composure & remained positive. In midfield, Eva & Harper provided plenty of energy, running & protection, while the back three of Betsy, Charlotte & Daisy were composed on the ball & firm & tenacious in the tackle. Beau’s distribution was superb throughout, helping the Lions build from the back & keep the football flowing.
2nd (4-1)
In the second half, much like the majority of the first, the Lions continued to play with positivity, getting on the front foot & pressing higher up the pitch. This approach would prove particularly effective in the final 15 minutes. First, Nancy capitalised on a mistake before firing emphatically into the roof of the net. Sandwiched between the goals, Harper was in exactly the right place to tap home the Lions’ third following a corner. Then, late on, Grace intercepted a loose ball & drove into the box. Her initial effort was saved, but Gigi reacted quickest to poke home from close range. Gigi, Grace & Nancy all had excellent opportunities to add further goals, while defensively the team remained resilient, tenacious in every tackle & organised throughout, restricting the opposition to very few clear-cut chances.
A much-needed win for the Lions, but the least their performance deserved! The girls battled hard, kept their shape, pressed well & worked tirelessly, whilst also playing some superb football, which was really pleasing to see. Hopefully, this result gives the girls a huge confidence boost going into the next couple of games! 💪🏻
Goals by
Nancy 🎃🎃
Harper 🎃
Gigi 🎃
Assists by
Annie 🧌
Nancy 🧌
Coaches Player of Match
🧟♀️ Annie - Held the ball up superbly, linked play really well & worked her socks off. Grabbed a brilliant assist to cap off an excellent performance.
Opposition Player
🧙♀️ Beau