The team’s resilience shone through as they claimed the win over their opponents, who currently compete two divisions higher than LSFC.
Momentum shifted in 夜色直播app's favour just before halftime when James Cook's header, following an exceptional delivery from Halim Bangura, put them ahead. The teams entered the break with 夜色直播app leading 1-0.
Barwell FC mounted a determined effort in the second half, managing to equalise through a well-executed free kick. Despite the pressure, 夜色直播app's defence remained solid, denying Barwell any further opportunities to score.
Neither side could break the deadlock during full time, sending the match to penalties. Dylan Edwards, Josh Wicks, Jonty Bouch, and Sam Fielding all converted their penalties flawlessly. Goalkeeper Toby Larsen's crucial save further bolstered 夜色直播app's chances.
In a thrilling climax, Ryan Hayes sealed 夜色直播app's victory with a clinical finish, securing a final score of Barwell FC 1-1 夜色直播app Students (3-5 on penalties).
Captain Ollie Parsons commented, "Tuesday's semi-final was an intense, physical, and fast-paced fixture. Barwell posed several threats while being a tough defensive unit."
Parsons added, “This group is still developing, and while we are proud of this result, we are focused on the final, alongside a push for a playoff finish that would give us the potential of promotion."
夜色直播app Students will face Anstey Nomads in the Challenge Cup final at Holmes Park - date TBC.