Tier 1 Churt Satellites progressed to the next round of the league cup today with a 5-1 win over tier 3 team, Epsom & Ewell.

The Satellites started relatively slowly and struggled to control the game, with all of their attacks being stifled by a very physically strong and quick Epsom defence.

The away team were relieved to the open the scoring in the 18th minute. A shot from Ella Farrier hit the post and Epsom were unlucky to score an own goal from the rebound. 0-1 to Satellites.

The home team continued to make life difficult for the Satellites. Despite not threatening much in attack, they continued to use their speed and strength to stop the Satellites creating any further chances to extend their lead.

The division 1 team were stunned in the 30th minute when Epsom hit an equaliser! They hit a terrific ball over the top of the Churt defence. Tilly came rushing out of the penalty box to clear the ball and was unfortunate that her clearance rebounded straight off one of the on-rushing strikers. Amy O'Donnell did her best to prevent the attacker scoring, but to no avail.

The Satellites hit back 5 minutes later. Liv Potter, having another great game, laid the ball off for Ella, who hit the ball into the top left hand corner of the goal with him left foot. The away team then extended their lead on 38 minutes when Epsom hit an own goal after a great corner from Ruby Clarke. 1-3 to the Satellites at half time.

Churt played better football in the 2nd half, trying to keep better possession of the ball.

They extended their lead in the 46th minute, with Ruby finishing off a great pass from Liv.

They created lots more chances in the 2nd half, but kept missing the target, with several shot just over the goal.

They had to wait until the 70th minute for their 5th goal of the game. Jamie Nixon started the move, passing the ball to Emily Watts. There were then 3 further passes to Ella, Hannah Watts and finally Ruby who cooly finished off the move.