Manly United too classy for fighting NWS Koalas

Manly United coach Chris Williams was a relieved man at the final whistle following his team’s 2-1 win versus NWS Koalas on Easter Monday at ELS Hall Park.

Conceding his team “weren’t at their best” it took a double from substitute Sophie Harding to seal their third win on the trot.

“Full credit to the Koalas, they made us work hard and caused us a few problems,” Williams said.

“I was very happy with how we reacted to being a goal down – the girls didn’t panic and we continued to play our game.

“I also thought the substitutes turned the game in our favour.”

Harding in particular was a standout.

“When she came on she gave us another dimension and was a real threat,” Williams said.

“She has worked very hard over the pre-season and has improved immensely.

“Her goals were a reward for that hard work, her second goal was a great finish.”

United host traditional competition heavyweights Illawarra Stingrays this Sunday at Cromer Park from 4pm.