Under-18s Report | Cambridge United 1-0 Argyle

Argyle Under-18s were defeated 1-0 by Cambridge United in their final game of the Youth Alliance League season on Saturday.

A late second-half goal from the hosts was enough to secure them three points to end the campaign, despite the Greens having chances throughout the 90 minutes to find the back of the net.

Neither side caused many problems for the opposite goalkeeper in the first 45 minutes, but it was the home side who had the majority of possession and attacking phases.

Argyle had a few chances of their own in the second 45 minutes, but neither Jared Rendle nor Cole Fisher could convert their opportunities, meaning Cambridge were left celebrating after the full-time whistle. 

Head Coach Jamie Lowry said: “We started well across the first 10-15 minutes of the game and had a couple of chances that might change the game a little, but they went a bit more aggressive on the press and we struggled to kick the ball. We probably, overall, just lost our way a little bit.

“Too many players not at the level required to win the game and then do enough, so that was disappointing and probably summarises our season really with inconsistent performances, which is the message after the game. 

“Overall, disappointed to finish a season like that, but again, hopefully the biggest thing is that the boys learn.”