Dunmow Rhodes Lions U16s put in a good performance despite losing 3-1 to title favourites Tolleshunt Knights Eagles.
Rhodes took the lead in the Blackwater &Dengie Youth League Division Two game through Zak Jagathesan.
However, the Knights hit two quick goals to lead at the break.
They added a third in the second half.
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