An early Thistle goal set the alarm bells ringing but the Tavs fought very hard for the rest of the first half, only to concede two more just before half-time.

Thankfully, we managed to raise our spirits after the break and restricted the Thistle to two more goals. Andy Lambert shone while Tom Brooks and Matty Wray's efforts were tireless in midfield. Our last line of defence, Vaughn Gledhill produced a string of fine saves.

Thistle are now 99.9% certain to win the Premier League championship and we congratulate them for a fine and well-deserved achievement.

We were pleased to have a full compliment of substitutes and thank particularly Trev and Julien who didn't see any action.

Team: Gledhill, Beaney, Bullamore (Sub: Atabaky), Lambert, Burgess, Fisk (Sub: Aldred), Brittain (Sub: Chapman), Brooks, Wray, Stevens, Cox.

That is the message today from staff and pupils at a school in Claydon after hearing the news their headteacher is in hospital after being rushed in for emergency brain surgery. Gary Pilkington, head at Claydon Primary School, was taken ill while playing football on Sunday morning.

The 40-year-old was playing for his regular team Taverners FC against Holbrook Swan in the Flare Recruitment League Premier Division clash when he started complaining of a “burning pain” at the back of his head.

After paramedics were called to Reade Field in Holbrook the teacher was transferred to the specialist neurological unit at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, where it is understood he is being treated after suffering a bleed on the brain.

A spokesman for the hospital said Mr Pilkington’s condition is now stable.

But as the news spread of the much-loved head teacher’s condition staff and pupils at the school in Lancaster Way sent their messages of goodwill, urging him to get better soon.

Stepping in, in Mr Pilkington’s absence Mary Ashcroft, deputy headteacher, said: “Everyone at Claydon Primary School is missing Gary and we wish him a speedy recovery.”

Meanwhile, concerned team-mates sent their own messages to a “team stalwart” and “dedicated player”.

Club secretary Bob Bullamore said Mr Pilkington has been playing for the club, which is based at Greshams Sports and Social Club in Tuddenham Road, for many years.

“He has been a stalwart member of Taverners for many years,” he said. “He has played many, many games for us.

“He is a utility player, he can play any position you ask him.

“Everyone at the club wishes him well and a very speedy recovery, we are looking forward to having him back.”

And a spokesman for Holbrook Swan FC said: “We hope he makes a quick recovery, everyone at the club wishes him the best.”

Latest news is that Pilky is expected to make a full recovery, although feeling a bit battered at the moment, and is due to be allowed to go home shortly!

Meanwhile, Bob is pleased to report that he spoke to Frank today. He sounded upbeat and on the road to recovery after his operation on Monday. Frank is still in the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital.

One of his first words was to ask after Pilky!

However, too often we attempted one pass too many and, when possession was given away, Hospitals counter-attacked dangerously. They hit the bar in the firsthalf.

The second half saw Hospitals come into the match more and eventually they netted the winner with a headed goal from a corner. The Tavs tried hard to come back but lacked penetration and direction in attack.

Team: Gledhill, Fisk (Chapman), Leeks (Baxter(Aldred)), Southgate, Cunningham, Strutt, Bowman, Wray, Burgess, Cox, Hollinsworth.

Bramford grabbed the lead with an untidy goal from a corner and made the score 2-0 with a fine run and shot. Earlier Taverners had gone close, one effort being headed off the line and Vaughn Gledhill firing against the bar from close in.

A third Bramford goal immediately after half-time boded ill for the Tavs but, despite tailing off as an attacking force, our strong defending managed to keep the final tally to five. Marcus Webb and Geoff Leeks did well while Mark Chapman showed up well at right back.

Team: A Smith, Chapman, Leeks, Webb, Cunningham, Bullamore, Bowman, Strutt, Gledhill, Atabaky, Stevens (Subs: hollinsworth, Holmes, Aldred).

If Belstead Arms were able to field the side that faced us every week then they would have a great chance of winning the league.

Without hiding behind excuses, we were somewhat weakened and had no answer to some speedy and incisive attacking.

A word for Matt Davis who had no chance with any of the goals and continued to tackle his job in the 90th minute with the same enthusiasm as he had at the first whistle.

We must, as a club, look forward and give long consideration to how the recurring 'numbers problem' can best be tackled in the future.

Eventually, a defensive mistake let Capel in and our woes were increased when a penalty enabled them to make the score 2-0.

However, we battled on and eventually pulled a goal back when the so-busy Tom Brooks headed on, Henry Chard produced the pass and Ben Norfolk chipped the ball over the advancing goalkeeper.

Now we were back in it and a succession of crosses, long throws and corners produced lively goalmouth action without a situation developing where we managed a clear sight of goal.

Overall, the result turned on decisions in the two penalty areas. We felt very aggrieved to see a penalty awarded against us, with the grounded Andy Lambert still adamant afterwards that any contact with the ball was purely accidental, while, at the other end, our loud appeals for hand-ball and a spot-kick were turned down.

In a goalkeeping crisis, we were grateful to Daren Stevens for donning the gloves and he did well.

Team: Stevens, Beaney, Bullamore (Sub: T Vincent), Lambert, Burgess, Southgate, R Horsfall, Brooks, Wray, Norfolk, Chard.

The teams had respect for each other after last Sunday's draw and there were not too many clear-cut chances although Andy Lambert produced one marvellous clearance off the line and Bevan Burgess another while, at the other end, Henry Chard looked dangerous breaking on the right hand side. We had an excellent last twenty minutes of the first half, putting on pressure but unable to break through.

As the second half progressed, it looked clear that one goal would win the match. Andy Lambert again blocked on the line while our closest efforts were a Tom Brooks shot which was tipped over and a shot from Daren Stevens which just cleared the bar.

Eventually, it was Underwoods who went ahead after a good run through by one of their defenders and, although we had plenty of possession, we rarely looked like equalising.

Underwoods came forward and we had one let-off when our offside trap failed while Clive Halls tipped another effort over the bar. We were battling for everything all over the pitch with Andy Lambert and James Bullamore marshalling the defence well.

We were still looking dangerous in attack and we were disappointed that an apparent foul on Daren Stevens as he bore down on goal wasn't punished while one tremendous goalmouth scramble saw three Taverners' efforts blocked.

The first half saw the Tavs pressing forward and playing some good football with Matty Wray - energy itself - involved in attacks and in tackling back when required. We took the lead when Daren Stevens won the ball at the far post and headed down for Eamon Mongan to fire home.

Trevor Hollinsworth was thwarted by the keeper as he followed up a mishandled shot and then Eamon saw a similar effort blocked close to the Harpers goal. As so often happens, a breakaway spelt danger and Harpers went through to equalise before half-time.

The early part of the second period saw Taverners well on top and we eventually regained the advantage when Trevor was played in and he waited till the ball was 'in his stride' before shooting home. Trevor had earlier seen a good effort go narrowly wide.

A corner from Trevor led to our third goal. In fact, an eagle-eyed Frank confirmed that the corner had crossed the line (unseen by the referee) for a goal before the goalkeeper clawed it away but Harpers' relief was short-lived as Bevan Burgess pounced to drive the ball home for a 3-1 lead.

Several half-chances on the edge of the box went narrowly wide or over as Taverners threatened to run away with the game. However, indecision gave Harpers the chance to score a second and we were on tenterhooks during the dying minutes as some resolute defending was needed for the Tavs to retain the lead.

Team: Smith A, Davis (Baxter), Lambert, Leeks, Cunningham, Burrows, Wray, Mongan, Burgess, Stevens, Hollinsworth.

Tom Brooks was tenacious while Eamon Mongan did well on the left side. Unfortunately, our problem remains in the final third although Ransomes were also unable to score before the break, mainly because of good defensive work and several good saves by Clive Halls.

The confidence we had built up in the first half was dented by a well-taken Ransomes goal early in the second half but we regained our rhythm and pressed forward. On another day, Tom Brooks could have had a hat-trick but he had no luck with his finishing - one header well saved and other efforts going close. A loud appeal for handball in the box went unheaded while Ryan Horsfall - keen to get forward at every opportunity -was tripped in a dangerous position.

As a scramble deep in the Ransomes six yard box was cleared it was looking evident that we weren't destined to score and we were caught on the break in the dying moments as Ransomes went through for a second goal.

Team: Halls, Beaney, Bullamore, Lambert, Wray, Brittain, Brooks, R Horsfall, Mongan, Norfolk (Sub: Bowman), Pilkington (Sub: Hollinsworth).

Shotley used their pace and directness well early on and their movement gave the Tavs some tricky moments. Eventually Shotley opened the scoring with an effort from some distance but we had looked purposeful going forward and some neat work by Daren Stevens gave Henry Chard the chance to blast in the equaliser.

We felt somewhat hard done by when what semed a clear handball halted a Taverners attack and Shotley broke very quickly to regain their advantage. They then extended their lead to 4-1 via two own goals from close range.

Many sides would have laid down in the second half but Taverners gave a performance of which they could be proud. Intelligent and brave defending - one tremendous block by Andy Lambert comes to mind - combined with fighting spirit throughout the team kept the Rose at distance and then we pulled a goal back with the best goal seen for many a day; the ball blasted into the top corner by Daren Stevens.

Shotley made the score 5-2 but the Tavs had the final word when Daren slid in to score after Henry Chard had nudged the ball past the keeper.

To begin with the positives, the club's thanks are due to Tem Atabaky for joining the squad at the last possible moment and to Frank for a cross-town dash to bring him to Stowmarket's Chilton Fields. The Tavs were well supported and 'thank you' to Dave Vincent and Pat Elvin for sharing the club assistant's duties.

The team showed several changes from the side which faced Shotley Rose last week with Trevor Hollinsworth drafted in on the morning after Tom Brooks failed a fitness test.

We began fairly well and used the ball intelligently, Trevor going close with a header. However, a needlessly conceded free-kick was poorly defended and Unicorn took the lead - which they doubled shortly after the break, again as a result of poor marking in the face of a free-kick.

A tremendous run by Ryan Horsfall - perhaps our highlight - resulted in a defender bringing him down but James Bullamore saw his spot-kick saved. Poor distribution from defence led to Unicorn scoring a third.

Several 'cards' were shown before a last minute flare-up resulted in ex-Taverner Paul steward being dismissed and Ryan following him for a 'second yellow.'

Matt Davis continued the fine goalkeeping form he has been showing in the reserves.

Team: Davis, Beaney, Bullamore, Lambert, Wray, Burrows, Mongan, R Horsfall, Burgess, Hollinsworth (Sub: Atabaky), Stevens.

With the wind behind us, we held our own in the first half, defending well against a team who enjoyed much possession and battling for every ball. We were given confidence by Clive Halls’ good handling and dominating presence in goal.

Facing the fierce elements after the break, the Tavs got off to the best possible start when Daren Stevens was coolness itself as he fired us into the lead.

The conditions meant that, once more, we were forced to defend but we did so with style combined with bravery – boosted by another point-blank save by Clive from a header. As the half progressed, we began to believe that we might hold on but we were under more and more pressure and eventually a Shotley long-throw was nodded on and headed home from close range.

Another long throw-in led to Shotley scoring the winner soon afterwards and, although we had attacking moments late-on, we could not come back.

The result sees the Tavs slip to bottom of the table – assisted by AFC Woodbridge’s withdrawal on top of Ascio’s demise a few weeks ago. Only one team will now be relegated.

It is sad to see the Premier Division once again reduced to ten teams – as a result, no doubt, of complete player apathy and unwillingness to show commitment to the two clubs concerned.

We continued to press forward with Eamon Mongan showing good touches and Tom Brooks lively and eventually scored when a cross from Gary Pilkington was turned into his own net by a defender.

Confidence was high that we could go for the equaliser but a defensive slip gave Ransomes a third goal.

While we continued to have a good share of possession for the rest of the game - Duncan Southgate forcing one fine save from the Ransomes keeper - we struggled to cope with our opponents' forwards and Clive Halls had to work hard in goal.

A very disappointing result in what was clearly a 'six pointer'.

Team: Halls, Beaney, Bullamore, Southgate, Cunningham (Sub: Hollinsworth), Brittain, Brooks, Mongan, Wray, Stevens (Sub: Atabaky), Pilkington.

Fortunately, we fought back and, when Liam Claydon's corner was mis-punched by the keeper, Daren Stevens pounced to force the ball home.

Our defending improved, with everyone battling hard and keeping our shape, and - although Thistle continued to threaten - we looked to have equalised through a Daren Stevens header until the keeper turned the ball over.

The Tavs' spirited approach was maintained after the break, combined with some fine last-ditch defending and good saves by Clive Halls and, when we got forward we threatened more than once. Tom Brooks saw a goal-bound shot brilliantly saved while Liam Claydon produced some lively runs which deserved better reward.

There's no doubt that Ipswich Thistle are a quality side and deserved their win but the Tavs can feel satisfied with the attitude and composure shown throughout which kept a clean sheet in the second half, while we created chances to score ourselves.

After the recent wet weather it was great to find the pitch at Greshams in fine shape but a series of call-offs - mainly through sickness - meant a re-shuffle and we were grateful to Duncan Southgate for joining the line-up at the last minute.

With so many changes - and several players in unaccustomed positions through force of circumstances - it took the Tavs a long time to settle down and a well taken goal gave Felixstowe an early boost. Fortunately, Matt Davis continued his recent fine form in goal and his good handling and quick anticipation saved us several times.

There were loud appeals for offside as Felixstowe grabbed a second but we then had the benefit of the doubt just after the break when Adam Beaney's long range effort found the net with the keeper stranded. Whether 'Dippy' Bowman's contribution amounted to an 'active role' is a matter for debate but there was no flag and the goal stood.

With the breeze behind us, the Tavs forced the pace with Paul Ryan outstanding in midfield. The nearest we came to scoring, however, was Clive Halls' shot - blocked on the line - following a 'back-pass infringement' by the Felixstowe keeper. We should have done better from other promising dead-ball situations.

If we needed a lesson in finishing, it was provided by a Felixstowe forward who struck a fine shot past Matt Davis to give them a 3-1 lead midway through the second half.

Neither side could get to grips with the increasingly windy conditions but this was a sporting match, well refereed by Mike Moir.

Team: Davis, Beaney, Leeks, Southgate, Chapman, Bowman (Sub: Pilkington), Strutt, Ryan, Atabaky, Hollinsworth, Halls (Sub: Aldred).

The first team returned to action after a long break with an ISFL Premier Division visit to Ferryboat and certainly showed up well in the first half, grabbing the lead when James Bullamore's long ball gave Sam Burrows the opportunity to chip the ball over the onrushing goalkeeper.

Sam hit the top of the bar a few minutes later and a second goal at that stage would have been a good cushion for the second half. He also produced several dangerous throw-ins which unfortunately didn't lead to anything.

As it was, despite our best intentions, Ferryboat came back strongly after the break and equalised with a well-struck shot which was wind-assisted as it flew home. A great goal but we felt a little agrieved that a push on Andy Lambert was not penalised as Ferryboat gained possession. A second Ferryboat goal put them in the driving seat but the Tavs continued to work hard, without showing too much guile or threat up front.

Pressing forward, we were caught on the break as a Ferryboat counter-attack brought them a third goal in what had been a sporting match.

James Dines did well in goal throughout while it was pleasing to see Adam Beaney and Tom Brooks back in action after long injury lay-offs; Brooks still had the energy to switch to an attacking role in the closing stages after a fine stint at centre half.

The reserve team's game at Greshams fell foul of the weather.

Team: Dines, Beaney, Bullamore, Brooks, Pilkington, Brittain, R Horsfall, Lambert, Wray, Parry (Sub: Hollinsworth), Burrows

Despite the difficult, sticky conditions at greshams, the Tavs and Bramford Cock produced a fine match with both teams having periods of dominance and plenty of goalmouth incident throughout.

Taverners looked to have more appetite for the battle early on and we were unlucky when a shot from Sam Burrows crashed against the face of the bar with the goalkeeper completely beaten. We took the lead midway through the first half when Andy Lambert sent Matt Pearson away and he cut in to coolly net past the Bramford keeper.

Bramford came back strongly but they found Geoff Leeks and Andy Spivey a determined and resolute combination at the heart of the Tavs defence while, behind them, Matt Davis did well in goal; one tip-over save and much clean handling and good anticipation.

Eventually Bramford equalised with a picture header and they took the lead on the stroke of half-time with a shot into the corner of the net.

We were pegged back at the start of the second period and, when Bramford made the score 3-1, things looked black.

However, we continued to defend sensibly and had the encouragement of some nippy attacks, eventually reducing the arrears when Marcus Webb - who led the line so well - broke through and laid the ball off for Jamie Brittain to score.

Play went from end to end but - although Paul Strutt managed to get round the Bramford keeper only to run out of space - most of our efforts came from long range and the score remained at 3-2 at the final whistle.

An enjoyable game to watch and to play in.

Team: Davis, Beaney, Leeks, Spivey, Burgess, Fisk (Sub: Southgate), Lambert, Strutt, Pearson (Sub: Brittain), Burrows (Sub: Hollinsworth), Webb.

Further chances were created and missed while the Woodbridge goalkeeper made several good saves. As Woodbridge's playing numbers increased, Taverners found it difficult to adjust their game and - as a result of a lack of concentration - we conceded the equaliser. Loud appeals for offside - supported by Dave Vincent's flag - went strangely unheeded as Woodbridge scored a second.

We shrugged this setback off by drawing level when Duncan Southgate's dangerous free-kick was headed home by Ben Norfolk. A handling offence then gave James Bullamore the chance to net a penalty to put the Tavs ahead again and then Vaughn Gledhill scored for a 4-2 interval lead.

The next goal was clearly going to be very important and it went our way when a free-kick was netted by Duncan - who did well in place of the unwell Andy Lambert - but Woodbridge refused to give up and two quick goals ensured an anxious finish before we travelled home with a 5-4 win and - for the first time this season - three points.

Although well on top at home to Rushmere Selkirk, the Tavs took some while to take the lead, Andy Lambert's long free-kick being directed into the top corner by Daren Stevens' header.

We were playing some neat football at times and a fine move led to Trevor Hollinsworth crossing and Daren Stevens showing great agility in reaching the ball and heading it over the Selkirk keeper. Selkirk were showing determination in attack but they went further behind when Eamon Mongan swept the ball home.

The second half began with a fourth Taverners goal. Daren Stevens hit the post and, as Sam Burrows, collected the rebound he was heavily brought down. There were no protests from the Selkirk defenders as Daren stepped up to hit his spot-kick low past the keeper and complete his hat-trick; a fine effort, well done Daren.

It now looked a case of how many would we score but, although Trevor Hollinsworth was to hit a post later on, we took our foot 'off the pedal' and the Selkirk pulled two goals back to cause us one or two anxious checks on how much time was left!

A mention for 'Dippy' Bowman, who has enjoyed a good start to the season and has played well at fullback for the first team a fortnight ago and for the reserves on Sunday.

Team: Smith. A, Bowman (Davis), Leeks, Lambert, Burgess, Burrows, Ryan, Monghan, Strutt (Aldred) , Stevens (Atabaky), Hollingsworth.

The first half saw the Tavs shade things in a tremendous battle fought out for the main part in midfield. After the break, Unicorn had more of the play but we defended well while, further forward, no one flinched a tackle and we deserved a little luck when two Unicorn efforts came back off the woodwork.

Vaughn Gledhill deserves our thanks for a last-minute switch to goalkeeper while Ben Norfolk did well in midfield and Matty Wray made a superb first-team debut at left back.

All in all, a solid and spirited team performance.

Offside thwarted Ascio on several occasions but, once they got their noses in front, and certainly when they scored a second goal just before half-time there only looked to be one winner.

By the end, we were grateful to some last-ditch defending and fine goalkeeping by the debutant James Dines for keeping the score down to six.

Dinesy's good work in goal was a plus and other bright-spots were Luke Farris' tireless contribution in midfield and Daren Stevens battling away up front.

The Tavs grabbed the lead when Sam Burrows’ long throw caused havoc and, when the ball broke to Philip ‘Dippy’ Bowman, he drove it home from the edge of the box. As we used the spacious pitch well, Dippy was highly unlucky to have a second effort ruled out for offside but we made it 2-0 when Trevor Hollinsworth’s corner was headed in by Daren Stevens. Another fine move ended with Sam crossing for Trevor to head number three.

The Tavs made the best possible start to the second half when – straight from the kick-off – Paul Strutt crossed for Daren to control and score. Although Harpers – who enjoyed a good amount of possession – pulled a goal back, Strutty made the score 5-1 with a well-judged chip over the keeper from some distance.

Daren then headed in a Strutty corner to make it 6-1 and a second Harpers goal was shrugged off as Bevan Burgess crossed for Tim Atabaky to fire home at the far post. A fine team performance – which secured the side’s biggest win for 10 years - was rounded off by a headed Paul Strutt goal from Sam Burrows’ cross.

Our thanks are due to Matt Davis who – having run the line for us in the first half – took the whistle for the second to replace the Harpers player who had refereed the opening 45 minutes.

Team : A. Smith, M. Aldred (M. Chapman), A. Lambert, G. Leeks, R. Fisk, S. Burrows, P. Strutt, P. Bowman, B. Burgess, D. Stevens (T. Atabaky), T. Hollinsworth.

We doubled our lead when a neat pass from Liam Claydon found Daren Stevens in space and he drove the ball past the keeper.

The Swan reduced the arrears just before the break as our marking was found wanting. Holbrook enjoyed a lot of possession in the second period despite good work by Luke Farris on his first team full debut but it took a freakish goal to register their equaliser. With the Tavs clearly tiring, the Swan took the points with a late goal despite two superb blocks by Marty Smith, who was standing in for the injured Clive Halls in goal.

Undeterred, we attacked again although one sensed it would not be our day when Marcus Webb was clearly fouled as he was poised to head home after a goalmouth scramble and no penalty was forthcoming.

Our good intentions for the second half were dealt a severe blow when a short back-pass resulted in the Catchpole doubling their lead immediately after the break.

A head injury to Gary Cunningham saw him replaced by Tem Atabaky and he went the closest to scoring with a snap shot which hit the underside of the bar.

Tempers all-round worsened as the game approached its end and, after a flurry of yellow cards, we unfortunately saw two players dismissed (for second cautions) to round off a bad morning.

Ben Norfolk made a good break on the right and, when his cross caused confusion in the Ferryboat defence, Eamon Mongan pounced to fire into the corner. A second Taverners goal followed a neat build-up - Duncan Southgate being prominent - and this time Norfolk sped through to beat the advancing goalkeeper.

The Tavs were having to defend - with James Bullamore and Andrew 'Panda' Jacobs solid in the middle of the back four - but a rather controversial goal brought Ferryboat back into the match immediately after the break.

A second Ferryboat goal levelled the scores but Taverners continued to fight for everything and - with Vaughn Gledhill working hard throughout up front to take pressure off his defenders - we held out for a 2-2 draw.

Team: C Halls, H Chard, J Bullamore, A.Jacobs, M.Aldred, D Southgate, A.Lambert, E. Mongan, G Cunningham, V Gledhill, B Norfolk

We began strongly and took the lead when Duncan Southgate's inswinging corner was headed home by Vaughn Gledhill. A one-on-one chance for Vaughn was saved shortly afterwards and we were punished when Ransomes netted an equaliser.

New signing Ben Norfolk was showing up well and he fired in our second to restore the lead. Unfortunately, a lack of awareness and concentration cost us dear as Ransomes levelled the scores to 2-2 at half-time. We were forced back at the start of the second half and Clive Halls again showed fine form in goal while, on another occasion, Andy Lambert made a double block near his own goal-line to save what looked like a certain goal.

Poor defending led to ransomes taking the lead at 3-2 and they added a fourth shortly afterwards. Although Henry Chard headed over for the Tavs and Clive had to be alert at the other end, there were few chances.

The match was played in excellent spirit and well refereed by Graham Wilks. It was good to see Andy Reilly - an ex-Tav from a few years back - and his wife Lyn, both part of the Ransomes set-up while their son was a thorn in our side all morning!

Team: C Halls, H Chard, J Bullamore, A Lambert, A Nunn (Sub: M Pearson), C Parry (Sub: L Farris), D Southgate, T Brooks, G Cunningham, V Gledhill, B Norfolk

The need to make team-changes meant that we took a long time to settle and, by that time, Capel were 2-0 ahead and might have extended their lead without the clean handling and anticipation of Clive Halls in the Taverners goal.

We began to come into the match and had a boost to our confidence with a superbly worked goal just before the break. A fine passing move ended with Lee Riley crossing well and Andy Lambert rising at the far post to head home.

We were forced to defend early in the second period but then gained a series of corners and, from the third of these - clipped to the near post by Duncan Southgate - Henry Chard headed forcefully home for the equaliser. (Apologies, Duncan for omiting your 'assist' in the Geen'un notes!)

Having fought back so well, we were determined to hold the point and everyone worked hard all over the pitch to keep Capel at distance. Our defending was intelligent and resolute - witness one great tackle by Henry late on - while Clive continued to dominate his box.

A point well won.