Gunners only managed a disappointing 0-0 draw against bottom of the league Earley Retreat.
Gunners dominated the opening 30 minutes although did not create many clear cut opportunities to score.
Peter Ali went close when he chased a ball onto goal although the keeper managed to block the ball.
Towards the end of the first half the Gunners keeper was finally called into action having to come and claim a couple of balls. Earley Retreat had some better possession but failed to put any clear shots on goal.
The half time score was 0-0.
In the second half the game was much more even possession wise, although Gunners initially had the better of the chances and the Earley Retreat keeper was called into action on several occasions.
Marcus appeared to be in a great position when the ball was played to him at the edge of the box in an unmarked position but he could not control the ball. He was also unlucky when his powerful strike at the edge of the box was blocked.
Peter Ali earned a free kick on the edge of the box when he was fouled although Paul Stouts subsequent free kick was blasted against the wall.
Richard Alderton also had a great chance to score when Paul Ali played the ball to him inside the six yard box but his shot was parried by the keeper. Richard also had a further chance to score when Peter Ali played the ball to him but his shot went wide.
At the other end of the field the Gunners defence looked more ragged as the game went on and Earley Retreat started to create a few openings and look stronger as the game progressed.
In the final few minutes both teams had chances to win the game. Earley Retreat were unlucky on one occasion when they were given offside after being clear on goal and also had another shot which went just wide of the post.
For Gunners, Paul Ali burst forward and lobbed the opposing keeper only to see his shot clip the post.
The final score was a 0-0 draw and Gunners lack of firepower was really evident today with the half chances not being taken.
Gunners "Man of the Match" was Jon Hall for a good game.
Match Facts
MOM : J Hall
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