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Winchester City Flyers debut in Women’s FA Cup
On Sunday Winchester City Flyers played their first ever match in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup 1st Round Proper, hosting AFC Portchester at the Charters Community Stadium.
Winchester came into this tie having won 3-0 against Bitton and 14-0 against Dorchester Town in previous rounds of the competition.
The game got off to the perfect start for the Flyers; with less than four minutes on the clock, an attempted clearance from Portchester’s Brooke Marshall was smashed home by Libby Wilkinson for 1-0.
But the traveling support from the south coast wouldn’t have to wait long to see their side find a leveler. With just eight minutes on the clock, a corner from Eilidh Currie was met by the head of Sam Jennings, whose effort just could no be stopped by the Winchester defence.
The hosts almost retook the lead after a quarter of an hour when a pinpoint cross from Emily McDonagh was volleyed just wide by Kayleigh Tonks.
But just a minute later it was the visitors who got their second goal, Gemma Hiller found space on the edge of the area and her shot was too powerful for goalkeeper Ellie Parker.
Winchester could have found themselves two down on 30 minutes, but an offside flag denied AFC Portchester a third goal.
But just shy of the hour mark the away side would eventually find that all-important third, when Hillier broke free of the Flyers defense and rounded the goalkeeper to give herself a simple finish.
The hosts were not done yet though, and they nearly found a way back into the game when a half volley from Wilkinson flashed just wide of the post.
But with 20 minutes left to play a Winchester clearance fell straight to the feet of Currie, whose smart dummy and strong finish put the results beyond any doubt.
The Flyers FA Cup run was over, missing out on a home tie against Bournemouth in the next round.
A man threw a chair and threatened bystanders in the centre of Gosport on Friday.
Police say the man, who was behaving aggressively, threw the chair on the ground and shouted threats at nearby shoppers before running away. No one was injured.
It happened just before noon, outside a Greggs Bakery on the High Street.
Hampshire Police say the man was white, bald and in his late 40s. He was wearing a baseball cap and a grey hoodie.
Officers are asking anyone who saw the incident to contact them.
Twelve people were arrested after 350 anti-migrant protestors clashed with police overnight in Gosport following reports of a small boat landing in the area.
A small number of officers needed medical treatment following the protests near Walpole car park.
Assistant Chief Constable Simon Dodds said: “Violence and criminal damage have no part in peaceful protest, our position on this has been clear that we will investigate thoroughly and take robust action against anyone responsible.
“Our officers did not deserve to be assaulted as they worked incredibly diligently on Sunday to ensure the safety of everyone in the area.”
Police had banned face coverings and had issued a dispersal order ahead of the protests across Gosport.
Those arrested were held on suspicion of assaulting officers or being drunk and disorderly.
The protest marks an increase in tensions within the UK after protests at Portsmouth, Taunton, Basingstoke and Glasgow in recent months.
Gosport Reform UK councilor Paul Carter told GB News: “If you think about this last night, no one really knew what was happening… I think a lot of people are really worried.”
People in Romsey are being warned that the town’s recycling centre will be closing for a month for repairs.
The closure of Casbrook recycling centre will take place from 12 October to 12 November.
The council says that repairs are essential to keep the site safe, after heavy vehicles damaged the tarmac beneath waste containers.
Councillor Kirsty North, Hampshire County Council’s deputy leader, said: “We are investing in essential improvements to preserve the surface of Casbrook HWRC (Bunny Lane) and ensure the facility continues to serve residents safely and effectively for many years to come.
“I thank residents for their patience during these works and confirm that capacity is available at nearby HWRCs to ensure residents that usually use Bunny Lane, can still dispose of their waste during this time.”
Locals have been advised to use alternative centres in Winchester and Eastleigh while the repairs take place.
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