Official Match Report

In the fixture between Somerville and Aspendale, Somerville commenced the match with only ten players, as one was delayed in arriving. Approximately 15 minutes into the game, their goalkeeper was forced to leave the field due to injury, reducing their numbers further to nine. Subsequently, the late-arriving player entered the field of play, restoring their squad to ten active participants.

Aspendale secured the opening goal with a well-deserved effort. In the second half, Somerville displayed remarkable tenacity, competing fiercely for possession despite being numerically disadvantaged. Under sustained pressure, they demonstrated resilience and managed to equalize with a strike from outside the penalty area.