Poundbury proved to be convincing 5-1 winners over the Reserves in a tough encounter, with the visitors demonstrating clinical finishing and defensive resilience in Dorset League Division 2.

Poundbury took early control, opening the scoring in the 9th minute through a penalty calmly dispatched following a foul. Despite sporadic Swans attacks, Poundbury extended their lead with a speculative cross flicked into the net in the 29th minute. Just before interval a stunning 25-yard strike found the top corner, leaving the Swans keeper Norman helpless and put Poundbury firmly in command. H.T. 0-3

The visitors picked up where they left off, nearly adding a fourth when a header struck the post in the 49th minute. The Swans showed more intent, and their persistence paid off in the 57th minute when Spencer Grygiel curled a sublime free kick from 25 yards into the net to reduce the deficit.

The Swans enjoyed a strong spell of pressure but couldn’t convert their chances. Against the run of play in the 72nd minute, Poundbury restored their three-goal cushion with a lobbed finish over the keeper. The final blow came in the 85th minute when Will Turland completed his hat-trick, converting a penalty to seal the victory.

The Reserves will look to regroup and build on their improved second-half performance in their next fixture. Poundbury, meanwhile, showcased their quality and finishing prowess throughout