After the first five goals, Cambridge South, sponsored by PwC, knew they were up against it.

Deeping were better in all departments, and were able to boss the first half through their experienced midfield general. Four of the goals came from well positioned unmarked forwards, and the fifth from a cleanly struck shot from a short corner. All this in spite of a battling South effort, particularly Andy Lewis and Man of the Match, Finn Johnson, in both defence and attack. Unfortunately, South gave the ball away too easily and were punished.

The second half was much more even, with the home team having much of the ball and numerous quality moments including patient round the back crossfield moves and some neat triangles. New midfield holding player Mike Thorogood and winger Samin Ishtiaq were at the heart of things and the pressure led to a scrambled Tristen Knight consolation goal near the end from close range.

South seconds have rediscovered their spirit, and the positive attitude of the second half bodes well for the remaining games.