Another cup game, another team from a higher division, this time Clocktower who are mid table in the First. Regular visitors to Rosie McCann's will recognise the name as they have pennants from various Eastern European tours on their walls. Well, I'm pleased to say that they became the Albion's latest heavyweight scalp in an exciting game which was settled with penalties.

The Reds started brightly and settled early, we had a great first half with numerous chances, indeed for parts of the first period we were camped in their half. The Clocktower goalkeeper was forced into some brilliant saves, while Giles only had to make a couple as the opposition only looked dangerous on the break. Tom, Monkey Hanger Pete, Rich and Jim all had notable efforts on goal, the midfield covered the defence and brought the ball out well and the defence were solid. Clocktower even had to clear off the line twice. Alas, with only a couple of minutes to go, they managed to get through after one of our defenders slipped. Their striker scored a fine goal with which Giles had no real chance. Drat!