A tough trip up north ending in defeat would definitely be one to forget for Russ Wilcox and his side. After naming an another unchanged 11, Trinity couldn’t do enough to win away from home
A spirited display, in difficult conditions ultimately led to defeat in the North East for the Holy Blues who led at half time, but were rocked by the loss of 'keeper Luke Jackson midway through the second half. And despite a double from Dec Howe - Trinity were unable to add to the away point tally.
Loan signing Justin Iwobi failed a fitness test.pre-game, opening the door for Fraser Preston to take his place in the match day squad as once again Russ Wilcox kept faith in the starting eleven that has served him well of late.
The hosts started brightly, exerting a lot of pressure, as they adapted to the difficult under foot conditions the quickest
Perhaps against the run of play. Howe turned home a smart finish after the Marske 'keeper failed to deal with Dylan Cogil's hoisted centre, spilling the ball as he back pedalled, at the feet of Trinity's inform striker.
The goal boosted the visitors,
Half Time: Marske United 0 Gainsborough Trinity 1
The Holy Blues started the second half fairly well. Bobby Johnson had a shot saved 2 minutes into the half, then Ash Jackson’s cross 9 minutes later almost found the back of the net but Yaqub reacted quickly to tip it over the bar.
But it didn’t take long for the home side to equalise. Donald Chimalilo, who had a great first half, hit first for Marske. Leading to more work for the Blues for the rest of the game.
10 minutes after the equaliser, disaster struck for Trinty. Sheffield Wednesday loanee, Luke Jackson, went down injured after coming out for the ball. Without a sub goalkeeper, Lewis Butroud stepped up to go in goal for the remaining 20 minutes.
The Blues still fought hard for the remaining 20 minutes, pushing forward and trying to break through the tough Marske defence, Javelle Clarke notably dribbled through 4 Marske players only to be fouled midway through the home side’s half.
The home side eventually got the better of the outfield goalkeeper. A potential foul in the build up on Devine was waved away then Marske went on to score from a header after a nice bit of play from the attackers.
It only took 3 minutes for the Seasiders to get a third. Dylan Cogill’s clearance was only met by a Marske midfielder who fed through a ball to Adam Boyes then his one touch and finish beat Butroid for the second time.
The four minutes of stoppage time was full of chances for Trinity. Howe had a volley bounce off the top of the crossbar and then just 2 minutes later, in the last minute of the game, he was brought down and given a penalty. Howe stepped up and rifled his chance past Yaqub, who had had a brilliant game in the home goal.
It was a trip to the North East to forget for Trinity but they move on to the next away trip to Greater Manchester where they will face Hyde United who sit 5th in the table. A tough trip but one that the Blues will work very hard to win and get their away form back on track.
The Teams
Gainsborough Trinity
Luke Jackson (Joel Holvey 70), George Hornshaw, Ashley Jackson, Bailey Conway, Hamish Douglas, Dylan Cogill, Lewis Butroid, Bobby Johnson (Daniel Devine 66) Dayle Southwell, Declan Howe, Javelle Clarke
Subs not used: Nat Wallace, Jack Moore-Billam & Fraser Preston
Gainsborough goals: Declan Howe 22 & 90+4 (pen)
Gainsborough bookings: Ashley Jackson, Bailey Conway, Bobby Johnson, Javelle Clarke & Daniel Devine.
Referee: Glen Hart
Attendance: 405
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