The 23s bounced back from last weeks disappointing loss in the league cup, when they headed off to league leaders AFC Whyteleafe and returned with an excellent 4-2 wins, thanks to goals from David Pombo-Makisi 2, Schadrac Kouassi and Billy Wells.
After the game manager Michael Talabi put out this report:
Sutton Common Rovers bounced back in style with an impressive 4-2 victory over AFC Whyteleafe. A dominant first-half performance saw SCR race to a 3-0 lead, showcasing clinical finishing and relentless attacking play. The press was sharp, and the opportunities created were plentiful—on another day, the scoreline could have been even more emphatic.
The second half brought changes, with five substitutions disrupting SCR’s rhythm. It took time for the replacements to find their footing, allowing AFC Whyteleafe to claw back to 3-2 and make the game a real contest. But credit to the team—they held their nerve, regained control, and sealed the win with a fourth goal to cap off a strong performance.
This result is a reminder of the quality this team possesses when working together. The attacking intent, pressing, and creativity were all on display, and management couldn’t be prouder of the response after recent setbacks.