Barnet Academy U18s advance after 5-1 win over Chatham Town at The Hive
The Edgware‑based youth side secured a place in the FA Youth Cup second round in front of 435 spectators on Thursday evening.
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Barnet Academy’s under‑18 side recorded a 5‑1 victory over Chatham Town’s under‑18 team in the first round of the FA Youth Cup. The match took place at The Hive in Edgware on Thursday evening, and the home crowd numbered 435, according to Barnet FC.
Match details
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Barnet took the lead within five minutes when Mitch Issott finished a cross from Chinoso Achodor. Chatham equalised three minutes later, but Barnet restored the advantage shortly after through Aiden Waugh. By half‑time the score was 4‑1, with Micah Macarthy and Matteo Brown adding the third and fourth goals respectively.
The second half saw Leo Rix complete the scoring tally on the 58th minute from a set‑piece. Chatham managed a solitary reply, but Barnet’s defence, led by goalkeeper Anthony Haralambous, held firm to preserve the margin.
“It was a five‑star performance for Barnet U18s”
Barnet FC, match report
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Implications for the club
Barnet FC confirmed that the win propels the Young Bees into the competition’s second round. The club will now await the draw to determine the next opponent, with the fixture likely to be scheduled in early February.
Progress in the FA Youth Cup provides valuable experience for the academy players and showcases the depth of talent within Barnet’s youth set‑up. The club’s development officer noted that the performance underlines the effectiveness of the academy’s training programme, though no direct quote was provided in the source material.
Supporters in Edgware praised the atmosphere, describing the evening as a memorable one for local families and school groups who travelled to watch the youth side. The club encourages further community attendance for upcoming fixtures, highlighting the role of grassroots support in nurturing young talent.
Questions this report answers
+Who won the FA Youth Cup first‑round match at The Hive?
Barnet Academy’s under‑18 team won the match, beating Chatham Town U18 by a score of 5‑1. The result was confirmed by Barnet FC in its post‑match report and moves Barnet into the competition’s second round.
+How many people attended the game?
The match attracted 435 spectators, as recorded by Barnet FC. The attendance figure reflects the local interest in youth football and the support for the academy side in Edgware.
+Which players scored for Barnet Academy?
Barnet’s goals were scored by Mitch Issott, Aiden Waugh, Micah Macarthy, Matteo Brown and Leo Rix. Each player contributed a single goal, giving the Young Bees a comfortable lead throughout the match.
+What does the victory mean for Barnet U18?
The win secures Barnet Academy’s progression to the FA Youth Cup second round. The club will now await the draw to learn its next opponent, with the upcoming fixture expected to be scheduled in the early part of the next month.
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