MATCH REPORT | Eastern Suburbs 0 v Birkenhead United 2

Eastern Suburbs Premier Men’s Team played Birkenhead last Saturday at Madills Farm losing 2-0. Suburbs had several changes due to injuries and players returning to the States to continue their University studies.

Play see-sawed back and forth with Birkenhead having the best opportunities to score. After 20 minutes, Suburbs were caught short in defence on the right side and Lachlan McIsaac used this well, drew the keeper and slotted home comfortably. Suburbs continued to attack but unfortunately could not convert. Birkenhead then found space through the middle with Alexander Grieve scoring from close in to go 2-0 up.

The second half was evenly contested with both teams having good scoring chances but could not convert. Birkenhead had the better share on attack and definitely deserved to win. Players to shine for Suburbs were Michael Built, Kingsley Sinclair and Kelvin Kalua.

Match Report by Paul Rennell