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Raynes Park Vale Match Report

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Binfield begin their time without a big presence on the sideline with a performance to make the boss proud.

Despite this, it was a very tough opening 45 minutes for Binfield, as they found themselves at a two goal deficit, due to some excellent finishing from Jordan Gallagher.

Then came, a sensational second half performance to steal the headlines at Grand Drive, with an outstanding four goals in just 27 minutes. With 4 different goal scorers, who are all on top form.

It began with a cross whipped in which met Luke Wayborn, who put some ferocious power into his header that rocketed past Bishop in the Vale net.

Some tactical changes were made in order to push on, and show heart and determination to continue their electric form. This saw the introduction of Glenn Gabriel returning to the side.

It took 19 minutes after the hosts’ advantage was halved, for it to be cancelled out by a fabulous strike from captain Daniel Lewis. However, straight from Kick-Off, Jamie Hilton found himself some space and finished expertly, continuing his form after opening his account in Guernsey.

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The hosts were reduced to 10 men, following an altercation between both teams, giving the home team a mountain to climb. Mitch Parker had to get in on the action, providing an outstanding finish, and closing out the game for Binfield.

We turn our attention to next Saturday where we welcome South Park Reigate to the Iconic, looking to continue our fantastic form.

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All Moles need to check their own!

Following the news last week, now is as good a time as ever to highlight skin cancer and the importance of raising awareness.

  • There are over 17,500 new cases of Skin Cancer discovered each year
    • 86% of these cases are preventable

How to protect yourself when outside. Sun exposure is the main cause of skin cancer – the UV light can damage skin by changing the DNA of the skin cells. Even on a cloudy day, UV light can still break through the clouds.

  • Stay in the Shade as much as you can
  • Wear clothing that covers your arms and legs
  • Wear a hat with a brim to shade your face, head, ears and neck
  • Wear sunglasses that wrap around and block UVA and UVB neck
  • Use a broad spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher

It is also important to protect yourself indoors as well. Indoors tanning also exposes people to high levels of UV rays which includes: tanning bed, booth, sunbed and sunlamps.

How to check your Moles:

  • Stand in a well-lit room
  • Use a full-length mirror and a hand mirror to check your whole body
  • Make sure you check everywhere, including less obvious places
  • Track the size and shape of the moles

If you are worried about a mole, you should get them check by a GP as soon as you can. For more information and advice, please follow the websites below:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/moles

https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/skin-cancer

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Allieds progress in the County Cup

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The U18 Allieds continue the great weekend for Binfield as they progressed into the next round of the Berks and Bucks County Cup with a 3-1 victory against Kintbury Rangers U18 Youth.

In the challenging weather conditions, the Allieds used this cup game as an opportunity to rotate the squad and rest players after a busy week for our Youth Sides.

Kintbury Rangers took the lead inside the first twenty minutes after a promising start for the away side but Moles captain Ellis Smith equalised before half time from the penalty spot.

The Rangers had the chance to retake the lead when they were awarded a penalty against the run of play as the rained poured down at the Iconic. Jack Saleh, who scored on his debut on Thursday evening, was in goal tonight and saved well to his right to keep the match level.

That save inspired the Young Moles who took the lead minutes later when U16s striker Lucas Jacobs fired home and they doubled their lead when Matt Tweed scored a free kick which sent the Moles into the next round!






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Welcome Specialist Cutting Services!

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Binfield FC are delighted to confirm that Specialist Cutting Services Limited (SCS) are our official 1st Team Sponsor for the 2024/25 Season. SCS is one of the UK’s Leading Specialists in Diamond Drilling, Concrete Cutting and Fire Stopping Appliances. It’s always great to have the support of exceptional local businesses and we look forward to partnering with SCS throughout the season.

Andy Cotton, Binfield FC Chariman, said:
‘I’m delighted to take this opportunity of welcoming our new 1st Team Sponsors SCS who have committed to supporting the Moles for the 2024/25 season. We are going to be unveiling our new 1st Team kit at our home match on the 21st September. Thank you to Tony & Stuart for your wonderful support of our football club – we look forward to seeing you soon and officially welcoming you to the Binfield FC family’.

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Binfield FC 0-0 Uxbridge United – Match Report

It ended goalless between Binfield and Uxbridge on a chilly Monday evening at the Iconic Stadium.

With neither team having picked up a point in the Isthmian League before tonight, it came as no surprise that the first half was very cagey.

In a half of very few chances and with a lot of the football being played in the middle third, both teams only really had an opportunity each to open the scoring.

The Moles’ opportunity came first as some good play down the right set free Elijas Bagdonavicius down the right. He cut the ball back to Duarte Surpanu but he was unable to keep his shot down.

Uxbridge then had an opportunity of their own when Alex Witham did brilliantly to flick the ball over Harvey Griffiths but Ryan North saved well down to his right.

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There were changes at half time for both teams and Uxbridge created a couple of chances after finding some joy down the left. The first chance fell to Andrio Brando and despite having time in the box, he was unable to control the bounce and direct his shot goalwards. 5 minutes later, James Taylor was unable to keep his header down from yards out. 

With 10 minutes to go, the visitors were reduced to 10 men when James Taylor went sliding in Connor Jeanes.

But the Moles were unable to make their numerical advantage count. The closest they got was a brilliant corner from Charle George but Josh McMenemy was unable to get any contact on the ball. The game finished goalless and both teams picked up their first point of the season.

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Next up for the Moles is a trip to The 1878 Stadium as we face Southall on Saturday afternoon.

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A tale of two halves as we exit the FA Trophy

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The moles exit the FA trophy following a tough afternoon.

This afternoon’s FA trophy tie began very fast paced with several chances for Binfield to take an early lead. The main chance was from Mitchell Parker who capitalised well off a mistake from the Horndean back line, but couldn’t steer his shot on target. More one sided football followed, with Espirit putting a great ball in for Parker, however was defended very well by the ‘Dean’ back line. Yet another chance for the Moles to take the lead came from Lucas Surpanu who was agonisingly close to adding a goal to his tally for the season. One of very few Horndean chances in the first half came off a mistake from the Binfield defence, left Horndean with an opening to strike, however colliding with the post. We entered the break still goalless, but plenty of chances for both sides.

The second half began very badly for the boys in the blue this afternoon, falling behind due to a good finish by Kelvin Robinson. A double substitution occurred to try and spark a comeback for the Moles, with Lucas Surpanu and Rahzir Smith-Jones leaving the field of play, allowing Elijas Bagdonvicius and Duarte Surpanu to take their place. However this was followed by another goal from Kelvin Robinson to give the hosts a 2 goal advantage, both from their target man. The hopes of a Binfield come back were squashed when Zackary Willett finished well from range. The afternoon was further soured due to Mitchell Parker’s dismissal for an off the ball incident.

The moles exit the FA trophy, and turn their attention to Ismithian League football back at the Iconic, where we face Uxbridge in a 7:45pm KO. Come down and support the boys.

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The Moles exit the FA Cup

Binfield fell to a 3-1 defeat against Lordswood in the First Qualifying Round of the FA Cup. Taylor Brown was there to cover to action:

Heartbreaking end to the Moles’ FA Cup journey. 

This afternoon’s Emirates FA Cup tie began well for Binfield with pressure creeping up on the home side’s defence. Binfield gained an early lead through Mitchell Parker with a good finish from a tight angle. Pressure was building up even further on the ‘Lords defence, but the advantage could not be built upon. The home side did have a few great chances, but they were not executed. The Binfield defence was under a lot of pressure during the closing minutes of the first half however it was fought off bravely, with a brilliant off the line clearance from Luke Wayborn. 

The moles entered the break with a one goal advantage, however this was quickly changed with the Lords forward, Matt Gething equalling the game. Connor Jeanes picked up a caution in the 55th minute to become the first Binfield player to pick up a card this afternoon. Lordwood quickly gained the lead through Eillot Duncan in the 66th minute, leaving Binfield with a mountain to climb. A good spell of chances for Binfield occurred due to the introduction of Stewart and Wynn for Binfield. However, the chance of a comeback was quickly flattened with Elliot Duncan scoring an audacious lob. 

Unfortunately, this means our FA Cup adventure comes to an end. We wish Lordswood the best of luck in the next round.

Our attention moves forward to our first midweek game of the competitive season, facing Badshot Lea away in the Velocity cup on Tuesday 3rd September. 

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The ‘Yellas take the spoils in bank-holiday derby.

A good opening quarter of an hour from Ascot resulted in some outstanding defensive work from the Moles. Some pressure from either sides followed shortly with Ascot gaining the advantage just before the half time. Ascot’s Sean McCormack calmly finished over the on-rushing Kacper Orlowski to give the visitors the lead at the break.

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The second half began well for the Moles with pressure mounting on the Yellas back line, with some good chances.

Finally, the moles got level with some quality foot work finished off delightfully by Duarte Surpanu, impressing on his first start for the moles. This created an interesting last third of the game for the 310 in attendance at the Iconic. Substitutes were introduced to the pitch by Binfield manager Ross Weatherstone, with Charlie George hoping to continue his excellent form. The Binfield come back was shut down when Taylor Morgan added a brace to his tally this afternoon, giving Ascot a 3-1 lead in the 70th and the 77th minute respectively.

Binfield turn their attention to Saturday where we face the trip to Lordswood, in the FA Cup first qualifying round.

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Salil Das – The Story of Met Police

Those who followed Binfield last season will know the extraordinary events that happened during our match against Metropolitan Police last season. Tyler D’Cruz became concussed and then things took a severe turn for the worst. Thankfully, down to the help of our physio Salil Das, Megan (Met Police’s physio) and all the other people involved, Tyler is still contributing to Binfield FC today. During the 2024 Football in Berkshire Awards, Salil was interviewed by host Paul Watson and he talked everyone through the event in an extremely powerful interview.

In last week Football in Berkshire’s podcast episode, Paul Watson reflected on that interview with Tom Canning