Somerset Premier Division: Mendip Broadwalk 4-0 Chard Town

ON Saturday Chard Town FC travelled to Mendip Broadwalk without a full strength team unlike the previous game which was postponed.

With Mendip on top of the league and probably champions it wasn't going to be an easy afternoon.

With captain Alex Manley as an emergency centre back as Scott Wells-Burr was injured and up front Ryan Mason who is usually Left Back.

Chard played some great football but with our top scorers still unavailable it was difficult to see where a goal would come from Will Board learning his craft up front worked hard but found it difficult against more experienced players.

On 35m a mistake at the back and the ball wasn't cleared Mendip took their chance and scored. After been under pressure for so long they started to get into the game, Going in at half time would be a good first half for Chard.

With seconds to go the Mendip attacker created space and he wasn't closed down and fired a thunderbolt into the bottom corner Jason Contreras had no chance of stopping it. 2-0 at half time.

With the swirling wind Chard started the second half determined to get back into the game, again plenty chances created but no goal scored.

On 71m Tim Legg who had held the defence together was subbed and Andrew Holmes replaced him.

83m Mendip put a ball over the top and Jason Contreras came out to clear it, unluckily it hit the attacker who then passed it to another player who chipped it over Jason as he was trying to get back on his line.

As the Chard players had put in such a good shift against a strong team they started to tire and on 88m Mendip got their 4th goal of the afternoon. FT 4-0

An unfair result but to win games you need to score goals, Mendip didn't play very well but they took their chances and won the game. With a full strength team the result may have been different.

Tuesday night 9th April  Chard should have Jordon Clapp and James Boyland available again for the Derby game against Ilminster Town KO 7.30PM.

At the time of printing, we of course do not know who claimed bragging rights in this local derby.

In other news at Chard Town FC, they continue to host their monthly members draw to raise funds to build a new ground.

A club spokesperson said: "You are supporting the town of Chard’s main football club’s drive for a new ground and return to Western League Football or equivalent standard.

"£10per month, paid by cash, card or Direct Debit. Application Forms are available at the Football Club. If you want one posted out contact us with your details."