All over in 7 minutes

Saturday 17 February 2024, Harefield United 2 Reading City 0 - Preston Park, Combine Counties, Premier Division, North

Reading started brightly but got caught on the break, Harefield winger taken down inside the box, winger gets up and takes the penalty, 1-0 after 5 minutes. Two minutes later Harefield get a second, tap in after a good cross.

And that was it for the scoring, both teams had further chances but either wasted the chances or the keeper made a good save. One of the Reading subs at half time looked very sharp and maybe he should have played the whole game. Harefield saw a young left winger come on as a sub in the second half and he managed to waste 3 further opportunities to add to the score.

Ground very basic but decent low seated stand on clubhouse side, with some cover for those standing on the far side between the dug outs. Good club house and the burger van pitch side also sold hot drinks, beer and spirits! Car park very small but street parking close by.