Scottish Cup round 4(replay)

Away – Irvine  V Girdle Toll

KO-1.30PM

Line up

Gregor,Connor,Chris,Kevin,Ally,Rob,Lewis,Harry,Jamie,Mark,Sean

Subs-Matthew,Dylan,Wayne

On a surprisingly mild afternoon on a pitch which was heavy in places, but perfectly playable the match eventually got started about  2pm

The home team had a large support but although outnumbered the away fans did their best to cheer our lads on

The match started at a frantic pace with no quarter given by either team and few clear cut chances being produced with both defences well on top , hutchie were dominating possession but just could not break through.

With the half almost at an end Ally make a good run and slotted a pass to Jamie who cut into the box and smashed a shot which the keeper could only deflect high into the net 0-1

HT 0-1

Second half began with GT now coming into the game and were going for the equalizer, but the Hutchie defence with Chris and Kevin in the centre and Ally and Connor at fullback were in no mood to let GT get anywhere near having a shot at goal , so much so Gregor was a virtual spectator and when required was off his line well to collect and clear any danger.

The foul count was rising and the Ref appeared to be allowing a bit too much but soon regained control with a few well aimed speeches at the lads concerned which helped the game continue at a fast pace.

A rare GT shot took a wicked deflection and looked net bound but went just past the post ( a spot of good fortune for once )

Hutchie weathered the storm and started to create more with Rob and Jamie always causing them trouble.

A weak shot from Rob straight at the keeper seemed harmless but the unfortunate keeper let it go under him and it rolled over the line 0-2

GT were now pushing forward all the time now and at last after numerous chances a break led to Jamie finishing well into the corner 0-3 , if not for some last ditch defending and fine saves from the GT team and keeper to keep Rob and a great double save to deny Dylan the score could have been more but the game was always close and a great match to watch.

With some impressive and excellent performances both individually and more importantly as a TEAM , Hutchie fully deserved the victory

A mention to our Hosts for their hospitality and kinds words after the match much appreciated and good luck for the future