Brentford B's pre-season tour of Portugal proved to be a roaring success as the team bagged two victories in tightly-contested friendlies. With both matches played behind closed doors, it was Neil MacFarlane’s squad that stole the limelight, showing tactical prowess and resilience.
First Match Dominance with Ashley Hay Leading the Charge
The first match ended in a thrilling 3-2 victory for the young bees, where Ashley Hay showcased his attacking might. Hay found the net twice, receiving assists from Benjamin Fredrick and a dazzling backheel pass from Ethan Laidlaw. Demonstrating finesse and calmness amidst the defenders, Laidlaw also added to the scoreline with a cool conversion, emphasizing the chemistry between the forwards.
Despite the opposition leveling the score early in the second half, it was Hay's second goal that solidified the win, courtesy of a decisive through ball from Fredrick. The return of Kyreece Lisbie to the pitch for the first half was a heartening sight for supporters, injecting not just fresh legs but also options in the attacking formation.
Defensive Solidity Shines Through in Second Encounter
The team carried their momentum into the second match with a gritty 1-0 triumph, courtesy of an ingenious free-kick from Ethan Brierley that caught the goalkeeper napping. Midfielders Paris Maghoma and Ryan Trevitt were instrumental in linking plays, while Reggie Rose's crucial saves at the goalpost kept the opposition at bay.
Substitute Kyreece Lisbie made another promising appearance, though a ruled-out goal for offside kept his name off the score sheet. Meanwhile, Iwan Morgan came close with a near-miss header, adding to the offensive pressure. Throughout the tour, Brentford B managed to perfectly balance solid defense with attacking verve, leaving Portugal undefeated—much to the delight of both coaches and fans alike.
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