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Soccer: Local Chatham Cup Final

Last month, the district final for New Zealand's most prized soccer trophy, the Chatham Cup, was played under ideal conditions. Eastern Union and Thistle were the two teams involved and they gave a really good display. They were evenly matched too. With the score at four goals each, and remaining so even after extra time, the decision went to Eastern Union on a corner kick.

The game was exciting and fast, with every player giving his best for nearly two hours of play. Each season, the game draws more enthusiasts and the consequential increase in supporters will enable the Association to make further improvements at Barry Park.

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Eastern Union goalkeeper had no chance when John Ostenbach of Thistle scored from a penalty kick

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Andy Gillies passes to team-mate as Ron Mulrooney and Terry Martin close up to support.

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Referee Sandy Johnson with linesmen Vic Cooper and Jim Houston

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Andy Gillies kicks the ball over his head.

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Thistle goalkeeper, Colin Lee, kicks for centre.

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Adam Hair and Bill Wilkie have the ball between them.

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A section of the crowd.

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The accidental handling of the ball by Andy Gillies enabled Thistle to score a penalty goal.

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Ian Gillies knows where the ball is and has Dave Watson puzzled.

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It's "feet up and eyes on the ball" as Johnny Lawrence and John Williams tussle with Dave Watson supporting.

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Dave Watson is pursued by Bill wilkie.

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Adam Hair of Thistle watches Ian Gillies who appears to be crawling towards Bill Wilkie.

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Eastern Union goalkeeper jumps to make a clean save.

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