Great Bentley Blues 2 vs 9 Colchester Villa

Colchester Villa delivered a stunning performance in first match of the U7s premier league against Great Bentley Blues. In a five-a-side match held at Great Bentley on 2 November 2025, kicking off at 10:00am. The match, lasting 40 minutes plus added time, saw Colchester Villa run out emphatic 9-2 winners in front of a crowd of 42,976 spectators.

The Villa lined up in a 1-2-1 formation, a setup designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair.

The formation demanded that the midfielders cover significant ground, supporting both defensive duties and offensive transitions, while the front man focused on exploiting spaces and applying relentless pressure on Great Bentley Blues’ defence.

From the outset, Colchester Villa asserted their dominance, quickly imposing their rhythm on the game. The first half saw a flurry of goals from the away side, who capitalised on their attacking shape to carve open the Blues’ defensive lines repeatedly. The Villa’s fluid front three combined well, with incisive passing and clinical finishing that left their opponents chasing shadows.

By the 20th minute, the half-time whistle confirmed the end of the first period, with Colchester Villa already well ahead on the scoreboard. Their ability to maintain possession and create chances was evident, as was their defensive resilience, limiting Great Bentley Blues to very few meaningful attempts.

The second half continued in much the same vein, with Colchester Villa’s attacking trio relentlessly pressing and converting chances. The Blues managed to find the net twice, but these moments were overshadowed by the Villa’s overwhelming superiority and goal-scoring spree.

Arnie 7 was named player of the match, a testament to his outstanding contribution throughout the fixture. His influence was felt across the pitch, whether orchestrating play, providing assists, or adding to the goal tally himself. His performance epitomised the Villa’s dominance and clinical edge on the day.

In the end, Colchester Villa’s 9-2 victory was a comprehensive display of skill, teamwork and tactical execution.