Catworth F.C. endured a tough start to their season, falling 5-1 at home against a well-organized Long Buckby Reserves side. The opening half was a competitive contest, with both teams creating chances and battling for control. After conceding the first goal, Catworth responded brilliantly as Nicky Charlton leveled the score with a superb finish, showcasing his composure in front of goal.

The match remained finely poised heading into the break, but a sluggish start to the second half saw Catworth lose momentum, allowing Long Buckby to capitalize with two quickfire goals that shifted the game out of reach. Despite the setback, Catworth didn’t let their heads drop and continued to push forward, displaying determination and moments of quality that suggest there's plenty of promise for the season ahead.

While the scoreline didn’t reflect their effort, Catworth’s positive attitude and impressive passages of play provided a glimpse of the potential within this squad. As the team continues to gel and build on this performance, brighter days are surely on the horizon for Catworth F.C. this season.