Purton Win But Lose Fuller - 20th October
Purton's five goal thrashing of Cirencester United on Saturday was tempered by a possible long term injury to star striker Warren Fuller (left).
Fuller already has 10 goals to his name this season, but could face a lengthy spell on the sidelines after hobbling off with a nasty knock to his ankle. The Red House marksman has suffered serious ankle problems in the past, and manager Chris Pethick is bracing himself for some more bad news today.
“It was a great second half performance, but the only downside was the injury to Warren,” said Pethick. “He was due to go to hospital on Sunday so I should find out more a bit later on. Warren has broken his ankle a couple of times before, so we’re all just keeping our fingers crossed it’s not that bad. It’s a real shame because he has 10 goals in 10 starts already.”
Fuller’s strike partner Justin Miller hogged the limelight on Saturday with two excellent solo efforts to put the hosts 2-0 up. Jonny Coole made it 3-0 midway through the second half, rounding off the move of the match with a clinical close range finish. Coole then completed his brace before Ciren pulled one back on the counter. But Purton had the last laugh, debutant David Wood crossing for Ryan Keech to tap home and round off a convincing 5-1 win.