Match Report

Havering Men’s 4s Secure Hard-Fought Victory to Extend Winning Streak!
Havering Men's 4s vs Chelmsford men's 7s:
2-1 final score
Saturday 24th Jan 2026

Havering Men’s 4s continued their impressive run of form this weekend, digging deep to secure a 2-1 victory over a resilient Chelmsford side. In a match defined by clinical finishing in the first half and defensive grit in the second, Havering proved exactly why their winning streak remains intact.

First Half: Clinical Havering Take Control
From the opening whistle, Havering looked like a team determined to protect their momentum. They wasted no time making their intentions clear, catching the Chelmsford defense cold within the opening minute.

Early Breakthrough: ​Havering settled any pre-match jitters almost immediately with a clinical opening goal. The breakthrough came after Grant executed a direct, aggressive run into the D, firing a shot toward the target.
​While the initial strike appeared to be heading wide, Liam produced a moment of pure inspiration. Launching himself into a "superman" dive, he managed to hook the ball back into the net, putting Havering 1-0 up.

Set-Piece Success: The pressure didn't let up. Following a period of sustained possession, Havering earned a penalty corner. Walker stepped up and hammered home a clinical short corner goal, doubling the lead before the halftime whistle.
Havering went into the break with a 2-0 cushion, looking comfortable and firmly in command of the tempo.

Second Half: A Test of Nerves

The second half saw a shift in momentum as Chelmsford emerged with renewed energy. The visitors began to find gaps in the midfield and eventually clawed their way back into the game with a well-worked goal to make it 2-1.
Despite the mounting pressure, Havering’s defense held firm. The home side had several opportunities to restore their two-goal lead, frequently penetrating the attacking 'D', but a combination of desperate Chelmsford defending and a lack of clinical finishing meant the scoreline remained on a knife-edge.
Ultimately, Havering’s early brilliance was enough to see them through. It was a high-quality encounter between two competitive sides, but Havering’s ability to strike fast proved to be the difference.