Real Bedford reached the semi-final of the Beds County Cup with a comfortable win against Spartan Division Two side Caddington S&S.

Real Bedford secured a spot in the Bed's County Cup semi-final after winning 13-0 away to Caddington S&S. The conditions presented a challenge to both sets of players as recent weather has been a big challenge for groundskeepers across the country.

The game got off to a flying start for the away side, with Jordan Brown opening the scoring in the 5th minute. The goal came from a header on the goal line, assisted by the returning Tom Hitchcock.

Despite the early goal, Caddington had two opportunities to level the game, but Tyler McGregor made two fantastic saves to deny the home side.

Within a few minutes, it was 2-0, Hitchcock adding a goal of his own, with Brown providing the assist this time. Brown continued his impressive performance, scoring his second in the 32nd minute and four minutes later completed his hat-trick.

Luke Knight added to Real Bedford's lead with a powerful header in the 37th minute, assisted by a pinpoint cross from Dan Walker. Walker then provided another assist, this time for Tom Wood. The Bedford striker completing four assists in the first half.

Real Bedford headed into the half-time break leading 6-0, with Caddington struggling to contain the attacking threat of the home team.

Second Half

In the second half, Real Bedford continued to dominate the game. Jordan Brown scored his fourth goal in the 27th minute, and Hitchcock added his second in the 61st minute. Dan Walker also got his name on the scoresheet in the 63rd minute, smashing in the rebound after a good save from the Caddington goalkeeper.

Eddie Corbit made it ten with a beautiful 20-yard drive in the 71st minute after great work from Claston Gordon. Jordan Brown then added his fifth goal in the 80th minute, and Rob Ducket scored in the 87th minute, the defender returning to the side after a recent injury.

Brown finished the scoring in the 88th minute with his sixth goal and Bedford’s 13th, completing his double hat-trick.

Ahead of several crucial league games, it was important for the league leaders to perform well - a special mention for the commitment and work rate of everyone on the pitch. The players could have taken their foot off the gas in the second half but gave everything for 90 minutes.

A special mention is also needed for both goalkeepers. Despite letting in 13 goals, Caddington's goalkeeper made several impressive saves, which prevented an even higher scoreline and Tyler McGregor, in the Bedford goal, also pulled off two outstanding saves.

We want to thank Caddington S&S for their hospitality and hard work ensuring the game was played.

RBFC: McGregor, Hartley (J. Ducket 60’), Wood (Uttridge, 45’), R. Ducket, Gordon, McGrath (Culley, 45’), Knight (Corbit 45’), Owusu, Hitchcock, Brown, Walker (Clifford, 64’).