Brent 0-0 Barnet
Middlesex Schools' FA Star Shield
Claremont student Yashil Kamdar (pictured) made an outstanding debut performance in goal to earn Brent’s Under-15 side a point against high flying Barnet.
Brent also had opportunities to win the game. Midway through the first half, Elgi Mayonika played in Wiktor Wachala who chipped the keeper but the ball rolled just past the upright. In addition, Cai Burrows went close with a free kick and Mohamed Elmabarak shot just wide.
At the other end, Karan Patel, Gareth Balakomoso and Mayonika all made last-ditch tackles to deny Barnet and Kamdar was on hand to make a string of superb saves. Barnet hit the crossbar twice but, couldn¹t find a way past the ‘hero of the day’ Kamdar and the final score remained 0-0, with Brent the happier of the sides. Brent coach Ian Brathwaite commented “It was a great team effort. The debutants and players returning to the squad did themselves proud".