Viking United

FULL TIME | Viking United 3-2 L&L FC ⚔️⚽️

What a battle tonight! Viking United showed true resilience, coming from behind twice before sealing the win.

L&L opened the scoring, but a pinpoint corner from JR was met by JB, who powered home a header to level it up. The visitors struck again, but Benji’s brilliant ball into Mitch was dispatched with a thunderous half-volley into the bottom corner.

The second half saw tactical changes that steadied the Vikings, and it was captain Mitch Swatman who stepped up once more. A fortunate break in the box fell his way, and he buried it to complete his brace and secure the 3-2 victory.

👏 Man of the Match: Mitch Swatman. A captain’s display, leading by example and bagging two vital goals.

Up the Vikings! 🛡️⚔️

⚔️ MATCH DAY ⚔️

After a slow start to the season, Viking United are still searching for their first points. With a full 11 and a strong bench today, the lads are buzzing and ready to get back to winning ways! 💪⚽

📅 21st September
⏰ Kick Off: 10:30 AM
🏟️ Barnhurst
⚔️ Viking United vs L&L FC

Come down, show your support, and let’s push the team on together! 🔥

Vikings 4 HTFC 4 (HTFC 4-2 Penalties)

Defeat yesterday saw us go out the charity cup. Great game for the neutral but disappointing from us to let a 2 Goal lead slip. Plenty of positives to take though as we go onto another tough one next week in the league vs Bradmore

Goals
Sean ⚽️
Josh ⚽️
Benton ⚽️
Burnzy ⚽️

Match report to follow

Big one for the lads tomorrow as they start there charity cup campaign against HTFC from the same division looking to build on last week's win. Come down if your free and support the boys ⚽️

Match Report: Viking United vs Mental Health FC

Before kickoff, both teams and spectators joined in a minute of silence to honor the memory of Riley Townshend, setting a respectful and reflective tone ahead of the match.

As the game got underway, Viking United quickly asserted dominance, controlling possession and creating the better opportunities. Despite several missed chances early on, it was Viking United's center-back Ally who broke the deadlock. After some wonderful footwork and an inch-perfect pass from Mitch, Ally tapped in the opener to give Viking the lead.

Moments later, Jack Benton extended Viking United's advantage, scoring two quick goals in a similar fashion. His clever finishes displayed his composure in front of goal, as he clinically punished Mental Health FC’s defense. Viking continued to press, and it wasn’t long before Sean B found himself one-on-one with the keeper, calmly chipping the ball over to make it 4-0.

Just before the break, Mental Health FC managed to claw one back. Their only real opportunity of the half was converted, making it 4-1 as the teams headed into halftime.

The second half saw a flurry of substitutions by Viking United, aimed at maintaining their momentum. Early in the second hald Mitch Swatman rose highest to head home a well-placed cross, increasing the lead to 5-1. Shortly after, substitute Wayne added his name to the scoresheet with a composed finish into the bottom corner, giving Viking a comfortable 6-1 cushion.

Mental Health FC found a brief glimmer of hope with a fantastic free-kick that flew past Viking keeper Kobe, despite him getting a hand to it. However, Viking United were not done yet. Just before the final whistle, Frankie Brooks latched onto a lofted pass, controlled it expertly, and calmly slotted home to complete the scoring. Viking United ran out 7-2 winners.

Frankie Brooks was named Man of the Match for his dominant performance in midfield. He broke up play, distributed the ball effectively, and orchestrated Viking United's attacking rhythm throughout the game, solidifying his role as the key cog in their machine.

Final Score: Viking United 7-2 Mental Health FC

Mental health 2 Vikings 7

Top performance from the boys today from front to back. Some of the football played today was a joy to watch and really controlled the game throughout. Dominant win with us in action next week in the Charity cup. Match report to follow

⚽️Benton x 2
⚽️ Brooks
⚽️Broadway
⚽️swatman
⚽️Blake
⚽️Rose

Big game for the boys tomorrow looking to get their 1st win of the season after picking up a draw in the league opener. Come down and support the lads ⚽️

Viking United 3 - 3 APR RBL

Match Day Report:

The season opener for Viking United was nothing short of a thriller, as they battled to a 3-3 draw against APR RBL. Viking United displayed great character, coming from behind twice after taking an early lead, to secure a hard-earned point in this action-packed encounter.

The game started brightly for Viking United, with Josh Richardson making his mark just five minutes in. He cleverly lobbed the onrushing APR RBL keeper, giving the Vikings an early advantage and sparking excitement among the fans.

However, APR RBL responded swiftly, scoring two quick goals to flip the scoreline and take a 2-1 lead into halftime.

Undeterred, Viking United came out for the second half with renewed determination. Aaron Brown, who was playing in an unfamiliar right-back position, delivered a standout performance. Despite not playing in his preferred role, Brown was rock-solid in defense, shutting down the opposition's attacks with precision. His efforts were crowned by a stunning free kick into the top corner, bringing the Vikings level once again.

With just 10 minutes left, another defensive mix-up allowed APR RBL to regain the lead. But Viking United refused to back down. In the final moments, Jordan Palmer stepped up to equalize, ensuring the points were shared in this entertaining opener.

Man of the Match honors go to Aaron Brown for his exceptional performance at right-back. Despite the position being outside his comfort zone, he executed his role to perfection, showing strength in defense and contributing a crucial goal. Brown's all-around display was key to Viking United's resilient fightback.

A 3-3 draw sets a promising tone for the season, with Viking United demonstrating the grit and determination that will undoubtedly serve them well in the games ahead.

Matchday 1
Vikings 3 APR RBL 3

Match report to follow

After a long pre season, the real stuff starts tomorrow! The lads kick off there season at home against APR RBL. Come and support the lads if your free and get your grassroots fix ⚽️

Last 3 pre season results

Tettenhall 4 Viking United 2
Viking United 2 BTC 1
Connaught United 1 Viking United 1