Newcastle Jets stand tall at UNSW FC

U20s and Youth Jets extracted 2-2 and 3-3 draws respectively on Saturday night in Sydney in the battle between first versus second against UNSW FC. Both Newcastle teams led 2-0 but the locals finished strongly to salvage draws.

U20s began the game well controlling the match and dictating play. They scored in the 14^th minute and looked comfortable on the ball. Despite playing only their second game in four weeks they kept UNSW at bay and despite going into half time with only a 1-0 lead, they looked well in control of proceedings.

The domination in possession continued in the second half for the Jets and was rewarded with a second goal at the 60^th minute. UNSW FC reacted almost immediately, brining the game back to 2-1 two minutes later. The intensity of the game then increased with both teams looking for a goal that would either put the match beyond reach or bring it on level terms. In the 71^st minute a sustained attack by UNSW resulted in Newcastle’s defence being unable to clear quickly and 2-2 was on the scoreboard.

The rest of the match was even with both teams looking for the winner which never came. Given this was the second match of the U20s in four weeks, a good performance against a competitive and spirited opponent.

Round 20 FNSW League Two:

UNSW FC vs Newcastle Jets at The Village Green on Saturday 17^th June 2023.

U20s 2-2

Youth 3-3