Belles 2 Bungay 1

Belles Ladies kicked off the new season at home to Bungay Town.

The game started off slowly, with Mulbarton and Bungay not wanting to make any mistakes. Both teams created a few chances at goal, including a Mulbarton "goal" being dis-allowed by the referee as having not crossed the line. The 1st half finished 0-0.

Mulbarton were the more positive team after the break, and scored immediately with a well taken goal from Sarah Woodrow, who took her time and picked her spot. Mulbarton then piled on the pressure and eventually scored a second goal through Harriet Rudd's determination to win the ball. Her hard work allowed Alice Ladbrooke to receive the ball, and get through the Bungay defence to calmly place the ball in the net.

Rachael Wharton and Lyndsey Howard kept the Belles in the game on several occasions, working hard in central defence to clear the ball away from danger. However, with only a few minutes remaining, Bungay Town pulled a goal back after the Belles defence allowed the ball to be played into the box. This led to a few tense minutes, but the Belles managed to hold on for a 2-1 win.

Player of the Match goes to Rachael Wharton.