Barnston Reserves put in two first-rate performances this week, to maintain their unbeaten start to the season.

Saffron Walden Reporter: Lee Jarvis-Brown in action against Abbey Field.Lee Jarvis-Brown in action against Abbey Field. (Image: Archant)

A difficult encounter in terrible conditions was a test for Barno but to a man they rolled up their sleeves and battled for the three points against Mistley.

An early Ryan Johnson near post finish from a corner and an own goal caused by an early press saw a 2-0 half time lead.

Man of the match James Bolandi rifled in a left foot strike to make it three before the hosts pulled one back and a fantastic save late on by Luke Johnson preserved the two goal margin.

With minutes to go a Barnston break led to a calm finish by Ryan Johnson to make the final score 4-1.

James Bolandi was name man of the match for another combative and all-action display in the middle of the park.

Barnston came back from two down at half time to deservedly take the points against Abbey Field in a 4-2 victory.

Man of the match Lee Jarvis-Brown rolled back the years with a impressive midfield display and started the comeback with a 25-yard thunderbolt.

Further goals from Ralph (2) and Johnson sealed the win.