Barnsley versus Aston Villa. Fourth place versus Third place. It was a battle for the Champions League spots.
The Golden Whistle training session had worked wonders. The players looked sharp. They moved with a speed that made the Aston Villa players look like they were running in treacle.
MINUTE 15
The tactical surprise was deployed.
Isaiah King was on the left wing. Erik Olsen was on the right.
The Aston Villa right back Matty Cash was confused. He expected Isaiah to run down the line and cross. He positioned his body to block the run.
But Isaiah did not run down the line.
He received the ball from Kai Sora.
Isaiah looked at the defender. He smirked.
"Wrong side," Isaiah whispered.
He cut inside onto his right foot. It was his strong foot. The angle was perfect.
Matty Cash tried to turn but he was too late. Isaiah had opened up the whole pitch.
Isaiah curled the ball.
