28/05/2026
🏆 Cup Final – Redhouse (Sundays) vs Chester-le-Street
Cup final day had finally arrived, and what a day it turned out to be. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was perfect. The changing room was bouncing with the lads’ playlist setting the tone, shirts hung proudly on their pegs, and everyone ready to enjoy the occasion.
A huge credit to Durham FA, who pulled out all the stops to make the day feel like a true cup final experience.
Before kick-off, the message was simple: showcase the football we know these lads are capable of, play with heart and pride, leave nothing behind, and most importantly, enjoy every minute.
And from the very first whistle, Redhouse delivered exactly that!
We started the game brilliantly, moving the ball around like Real Madrid, controlling possession and making our opponents work hard in the heat for every touch. The lads showed maturity beyond their years, recycling possession when needed, switching play from left to right, and looking composed and tidy throughout.
It didn’t take long for the breakthrough. Olz was brought down in the box, stepped up himself, and calmly converted from the spot to give us a deserved lead.
We continued to dominate the first half with some beautiful football. At times we became a little eager, trying to force the final ball instead of waiting for the right opportunity, but the control and quality on display were exceptional.
At half-time there wasn’t much to say other than: keep doing exactly what we’re doing, stay patient, and the chances to secure the game would come.
The second half followed a similar pattern, with Redhouse continuing to knock on the door. Credit to CLS, whose goalkeeper produced some excellent saves to keep them in the game. Without that resilience, the tie could have been out of sight much earlier. Not finding the second goal did create a few nervy moments whenever they broke into the final third.
Eventually, though, the goal arrived — and it was exactly the type of football we wanted to see. A brilliant team move ended with the ball rolled across the box for Parker to tap home, and at that moment everyone knew the cup was heading back to Redhouse.
In the closing stages, the lads continued to showcase the level of football they had displayed from the very beginning.
What this group produced was nothing short of exceptional, and exactly what they deserved.
🏆 League and Cup winners. ⚽️ 🥇
It’s hard to put into words the emotions that have come with this season, but seeing the way the players, parents, and supporters celebrated together made every bit of hard work worthwhile.
The praise from Durham FA regarding the standard of football we played was a real testament to the effort, commitment, and dedication shown by everyone involved throughout the season.
A huge well done to CLS, who put in a resilient performance, and we wish them all the very best moving forward.
MOTM – Harry Bennet
What a player this kid is. I don’t know what his parents feed him, but his energy, work rate, and pure talent are incredible to watch and coach. A bigger engine than a Ferrari. Outstanding performance, Harry.
Opposition MOTM – Ethan (“Mr Consistent”)
Played with intensity, tenacity, and desire throughout. Won his battles all over the pitch, strong as a bull, and set the standard for his teammates to follow.
A special mention also goes to all our parents and supporters who made the occasion extra special. Without your continued support, days like this would not be possible.
One of the main reasons we created Redhouse was to build that family feeling, and week in, week out, that’s exactly what we have.
Finally, a massive thank you to all of our sponsors. Without your support, we wouldn’t be able to provide these young players with the experiences and opportunities they deserve.
