The battle of the Boroughs took place at Earlsmead Stadium this Tuesday night. Gosport Borough made the journey up to West London this evening, having been on mixed form so far. Previously our visitors won away to Truro City. In their last meeting the two sides shared points, a late penalty for Harrow ended the match as a draw. Deserved after recovering from being behind twice. Going into this game the guest sits third in the league table. Manager Shaun Gale hinting at possible changes being made to face the reds, when speaking to a local media publication.
Opening action in the fourteenth minute was Gosport Borough’s Tarbuck who had an effort go wide. Neither side being able to create anything as of yet, leaving the spectators in the ground wanting more. The dire performances continued till the thirtieth minute when Theo Widdrington received the ball for a well hit shot. Tarbuck was back putting pressure on the host soon after as he pelted the ball over the bar. Gosport Borough smashed the bar through Nick Dembele in the thirty-six minute, but the ball came back out for Harrow keeper Josh to collect. As the half drew to a close James Ewington had a last-ditch attempt.
Following the break for half time visitors had a chance. Dan Wooden’s shot was safely gathered by the red’s keeper, holding the score level. Moore was first to step up for Harrow in the second half. Shot only narrowly missing the post. With the game going on our guest became more aggressive, including their youth team who was located behind the home side’s net. Frank Kieta got close for the host as he missed a simple effort, open goal staring him down. Sixty-two minutes gone. Breaking through for the opening goal this evening was Imran Uche. Driving the ball in from distance in the sixty seventh minute, causing a loud reaction in the ground. Strizovic fine form continued between the sticks for the remainder of the match.
In conclusion Harrow won narrowly at home this evening. Deserving against a side who became more aggressive as the game went on, silencing the travelling fans. Portsmouth scouts were in attendance for this fixture. Hope they enjoyed us beating their local rivals, they may be next up. Magic of the cup.
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