Coleman Shines in Herne Bay Derby
Joe Coleman delivered a standout performance for Herne Bay in their 1-1 Isthmian South East draw against Faversham, earning the man-of-the-match title. The 25-year-old goalkeeper made two crucial saves late in the game, securing a thrilling finish after Herne Bay equalized with a penalty in the 87th minute.
Manager's Praise and Humorous Remark
Player-manager Liam Friend humorously remarked about the choice of Coleman as the best player, suggesting those who selected him might have a knack for lottery numbers. He said:
“Joe Coleman got man-of-the-match. That was announced in about the 89th minute and everyone was a bit like ‘Really?!’. He then proceeded to make two saves. Maybe whoever picked it, they need to do the lottery numbers!”
Friend acknowledged that several other players had strong performances earlier in the match:
- Zuriel Otseh-Taiwo
- Dan Carrington
- Harvey Brand
- Scott Heard
All contributed significantly on the field before Coleman’s late heroics.
Impact on the Game
Coleman’s timely saves helped preserve the draw and demonstrated his vital role in the team’s defensive efforts during this intense local derby.
Summary: Joe Coleman’s critical saves in the closing minutes earned him man-of-the-match honors, highlighting his exceptional impact in Herne Bay’s exciting derby draw against Faversham.