Invicta Wild faced a tough challenge home against a strong Romford Hurricanes side, with the final score 0-8. Plenty of learning opportunities from this one. After a challenging 0-2 first period, the team showed resilience and never stopped working, gaining valuable match experience.
The team worked hard but found the opposition's defence in excellent form on this occasion. Finishing chances will be a focus in training.
The team will take the positives from this performance and come back stronger in their next outing.
All eyes on this one as MK take on Invicta looking to build on their recent performances.
Invicta boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 3.2 goals per game compared to MK's 2.3. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early.
| Player | GP | G | A | P | P/GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Peckham#29UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 17 | 1.00 |
| Marshall Parton#14 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 0.87 |
| Daniel Cooper#2UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 0.69 |
| Leo Dell#34UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 13 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 0.62 |
| Michael Smith#75 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 8.00 |
| Henry Copland#8UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 0.50 |
| Louie Climpson#46UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 0.44 |
| Matilda Jinete Makin#21 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1.25 |
Invicta Wild have had mixed results recently, picking up 10 points from 6 games - 56% of the maximum available. Their 3-1-2 (W-D-L) record shows a balanced run of results.
Back-to-back defeats have been a setback, and the team will be eager to respond with a positive result. However, there are signs of a dip with fewer points earned recently compared to earlier matches. Halting this decline before it becomes a pattern is important.
The attack has been devastating, averaging 4.8 goals per game with 29 total goals in 6 matches. This level of firepower puts immense pressure on opponents and provides a cushion for the defense. Worryingly, goals have dried up in recent fixtures compared to earlier in this run.
The defense has leaked 22 goals at an alarming 3.7 per game. This vulnerability is putting enormous pressure on the attack to outscore opponents, which isn't sustainable long-term. Concerningly, more goals have been shipped recently, suggesting concentration or fatigue issues. The impressive +7 goal difference reflects overall dominance in recent matches.
Interestingly, the team has been stronger on the road with 2 wins from 3 away games compared to 1 from 3 at home. Finding ways to replicate that away form in front of home fans would boost results.
Dylan Clark has been solid in goal with a 87.3% save percentage and 6.19 GAA across 12 games. While there's room for improvement, the goaltending has been respectable.
Most recently, a 0-8 defeat to Romford Hurricanes was a tough lesson to absorb. Notably, 3 emphatic wins by 3+ goals show the team can be dominant on their day.
Invicta Wild currently sit in 7th place with 20 points from 18 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 2 games, finishing with approximately 23 points.
A form rating of 40/100 highlights some struggles. Areas of concern include strong attacking output (3.7 goals/game) and defensive vulnerabilities (4.3 conceded/game). There are signs of a dip in form, with fewer points being picked up in recent games.
Performance has been consistent regardless of venue: 3-5-2 at home and 3-5-0 away. The remaining schedule looks favourable, with opponents averaging below the league mean. Only 0% of remaining games are at home, making the run-in tougher.
The projected finish range of 7th to 7th reflects the uncertainty in any prediction. This narrow range suggests a relatively predictable finish, though close competition means every point will matter.
The outlook is neutral - there's potential for improvement, but also room for caution. Maintaining solid attacking output while addressing 2-game losing streak will be key.
| Metric | This Season | Last Season | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position | 7 | 8 | +1 |
| Points | 20 | 6 | +14 |
| Wins | 6 | 2 | +4 |
| GF | 57 | 30 | +25 |
| GD | -36 | -61 | +25 |
Defensively, Invicta have been more solid, conceding 5.2 goals per game. MK will need to tighten up at the back, having let in 6.9 on average.
Invicta carry momentum into this one with 6 wins from 18 games (33% win rate). MK will be hoping to turn their form around.
The league table tells its own story - Invicta sit 7th while MK find themselves in 10th. That 3 place gap will add extra motivation for the visitors to make a statement.
Invicta's goal difference of -36 highlights their overall dominance this season.
Based on the numbers, Invicta look well-placed to take all three points here. MK will need to be at their best to prevent what could be a comfortable home victory.
| 13 |
| 1 |
| 3 |
| 4 |
| 0.31 |
| Noah Smith#18UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.36 |
| Katherine Carroll-Clare#51 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.20 |
| Leon Penny#4 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0.19 |
| Luca Lennon#12UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.25 |
| Isaac Fyffe#24 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.18 |
| Nathan Bakk#70UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.29 |
| Aiden Lewis#64 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.14 |
| Anthony Deeks#10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.50 |
| Ethan Wheater#77UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.09 |
| Hugo Williams#19 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.50 |
| Luke Wheeler#9UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.13 |
| Millie Aldous#54 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.06 |
| Milo Fong#28UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1.00 |
| Ronnie Woodfield#40 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1.00 |
| Aaron Brown#67 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Alfie Mccormick#25UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Bo Gobell#1UP · U12 SOUTH 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Dylan Clark#72 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Edward Jacnevs#55 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Tobias Hoggins#73 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
