Pahang United didn't use the chances in scoring goals where they just got draw in their last match against The Vikings.
We should score more where we got more attempts and chances. We got many freekicks but they players dont finish it with a goal.
Only 1 point at home is not a good results. We should win the game and be one of the top team in division 1.
Saturday, 25 April 2009
Thundercats press forward
Hoaaa! That was the sound heard in the thundercats dressin room after a great away win to hun haters....the match was tense..after a red card early in the 2nd half to captain quiemado..meelas didnt know what to do then..playing with a man short...his team still managed to keep the chances coming...and paulino ornelas who has been superb in his recent matches slot in the winner leaving a shocked Hun haters fun club in dismay...Meelas had this to say:"well 1st to begin..im not quiet sure how a direct red card and a yellow cud be given by a H2 refree when i only played normal aggression..i feel justified however with the win...and is looking forward to my next away match against St. Omer...i hope for a win but we've seen the weirdest things and unexpected happened in xperteleven of lately"
Pahang United 2 - 2 The Vikings
Viking Land News
Vikings earn point at Pehang
The Vikings were happy enough with a point away at Pahang but seem to be a bit plagued with injury with Almandis coming off and missing a couple of matches.
Unwittingly the Vikings played a part in their own downfall as early at the 3rd minute when Crouch was booked for catching Gassner with an elbow, Gassner was unable to continue and Pahang brought on the higher skilled Andersen who had a big impact on the match. 7 minutes in and Pahang worked a set piece move which resulted in a header by Eilts that had to be dealt with by Lees in the Viking goal. The Vikings seemed intent on giving Pahang dead ball opportunities and Strongbow again tested Lees with a direct freekick on 16. Pahang then tried another set piece move on 18 but Andersen volleyed wide. The Vikings had rarely threatened and a breakaway on 20 somehow found defender Irwin high up the pitch but he lacked the goal instinct of a forward and shot wide. Pahang then desrvedly took the lead on 27 with substitute Andersen hammering in a long range effort after being found by the impressive Pfitzner. the vikings dont lie down for anybody though and equallised on 39 as Crouch threaded a ball through to the on rushing Bonavia who calmly finished for his 8th goal in 8 games this season. 1-1 half time with Pahang just having the more chances but level was probably about fair.
The second half started quietly and it took until the 64th minute for the halfs first chance and again that man Andersen was on hand to stroke the ball home for Pahang. Again though the Vikings refused to lie down and earned a direct freekick on 72 minutes. Up stepped Almandis who placed a delightful freekick wide of the keeper to score his third goal after being handed the freekick responsibilites this year. There was then worrying signs for Viking fans as Almandis was taken off after a bad tackle by Saur who picked up a booking for his troubles. There was no problem with the defense with the experinced Veziridis coming on but fans will hope injuries are not to play a big part in the season as they have just seen Justin Portway miss a number of games already this season. The game then seemed to be playing out without incident until Pahang were awarded a 93rd minute freekick, thankfully for the Vikings Strongbow was fractionally off target with his effort. 2-2 full time.
We caught up with Vikings manager Eaglesrjh after the game and this is what he said "Well firstly we are pleased enough with an away point, the whole thing this year is to pick up the occasional point on the road but get most points at home and thats whats happening". when asked about the injury situation he said "Well Justin Portway has made a full recovery and is back in contention for selection, Almandis went off today but preliminary scans show that he should only miss 2 games so not as bad as first feared!" "It leaves us a bit of a freekick dilemma for the next few games but we have a few options as to how to overcome that for the next few games"
Vikings earn point at Pehang
The Vikings were happy enough with a point away at Pahang but seem to be a bit plagued with injury with Almandis coming off and missing a couple of matches.
Unwittingly the Vikings played a part in their own downfall as early at the 3rd minute when Crouch was booked for catching Gassner with an elbow, Gassner was unable to continue and Pahang brought on the higher skilled Andersen who had a big impact on the match. 7 minutes in and Pahang worked a set piece move which resulted in a header by Eilts that had to be dealt with by Lees in the Viking goal. The Vikings seemed intent on giving Pahang dead ball opportunities and Strongbow again tested Lees with a direct freekick on 16. Pahang then tried another set piece move on 18 but Andersen volleyed wide. The Vikings had rarely threatened and a breakaway on 20 somehow found defender Irwin high up the pitch but he lacked the goal instinct of a forward and shot wide. Pahang then desrvedly took the lead on 27 with substitute Andersen hammering in a long range effort after being found by the impressive Pfitzner. the vikings dont lie down for anybody though and equallised on 39 as Crouch threaded a ball through to the on rushing Bonavia who calmly finished for his 8th goal in 8 games this season. 1-1 half time with Pahang just having the more chances but level was probably about fair.
The second half started quietly and it took until the 64th minute for the halfs first chance and again that man Andersen was on hand to stroke the ball home for Pahang. Again though the Vikings refused to lie down and earned a direct freekick on 72 minutes. Up stepped Almandis who placed a delightful freekick wide of the keeper to score his third goal after being handed the freekick responsibilites this year. There was then worrying signs for Viking fans as Almandis was taken off after a bad tackle by Saur who picked up a booking for his troubles. There was no problem with the defense with the experinced Veziridis coming on but fans will hope injuries are not to play a big part in the season as they have just seen Justin Portway miss a number of games already this season. The game then seemed to be playing out without incident until Pahang were awarded a 93rd minute freekick, thankfully for the Vikings Strongbow was fractionally off target with his effort. 2-2 full time.
We caught up with Vikings manager Eaglesrjh after the game and this is what he said "Well firstly we are pleased enough with an away point, the whole thing this year is to pick up the occasional point on the road but get most points at home and thats whats happening". when asked about the injury situation he said "Well Justin Portway has made a full recovery and is back in contention for selection, Almandis went off today but preliminary scans show that he should only miss 2 games so not as bad as first feared!" "It leaves us a bit of a freekick dilemma for the next few games but we have a few options as to how to overcome that for the next few games"
2 in arow?
Inter recorded their nd win a row yesterday which pulled them away from the relegation zone for the time being manager Jimmy M was chuffed
"2 in a row i'm well chuffed especially with the age of my team, my top striker is 18 but has been superb and he is the king of kings long live HENRIK LARSSON is the king of kings!
"2 in a row i'm well chuffed especially with the age of my team, my top striker is 18 but has been superb and he is the king of kings long live HENRIK LARSSON is the king of kings!
5-0 and into the top 4
These Charming Men continued their good run of form since the management change with an emphatic away win against Posh. Posh never had the opportunity to get started and Tenex were camped in their half for much of the game. The Posh Goalkeeper managed to keep his side in the game until the 68th minute despite a constant torrent of chances for TCM.Mauricio Capdevila getting his name on the scoresheet, The floodgates then opened with 4 moire goals in the final 11 minutes.TCM will be hoping to continue their good run against Portsmouth and achieve that elusive 5 wins on the bounce.
RDCM said after the game "Steady Progress, we must maintain our momentum and try to break into the Top 3, if we do who knows...."
RDCM said after the game "Steady Progress, we must maintain our momentum and try to break into the Top 3, if we do who knows...."
Reggae Reggae Sauce get much needed win!
Reggae Reggae Sauce travelled to Marseille for the 9th game of the season in the RM Invitational. Things didn’t start well for RRS when Lettuce Man was booked in the 9th minute. James Wade also got booked in the 37th minute which meant the teams went in for halftime at 0-0 with Reggae Reggae Sauce leading 2-0 with bookings.
Bernardo Almeida was booked in the 74th minute for Marseille and RRS got the chance they perhaps deserved for their superiority regarding chances in the second half when they were awarded a penalty in the 80th minute. Sure enough when Noel Mawson stepped up he converted the only goal of the game for RRS to win 1-0.
Manager. Xpertelevener said to the press “I am relieved after this game with the win, at half time they had 60% of the possession and you don’t often not concede when you only have 40% of the ball. I’m pleased we got in at half time without conceding. But at half time I told them what I though and we went out and had equal possession with Marseille and had a lot more chances. Overall I’m pleased with the result."
Bernardo Almeida was booked in the 74th minute for Marseille and RRS got the chance they perhaps deserved for their superiority regarding chances in the second half when they were awarded a penalty in the 80th minute. Sure enough when Noel Mawson stepped up he converted the only goal of the game for RRS to win 1-0.
Manager. Xpertelevener said to the press “I am relieved after this game with the win, at half time they had 60% of the possession and you don’t often not concede when you only have 40% of the ball. I’m pleased we got in at half time without conceding. But at half time I told them what I though and we went out and had equal possession with Marseille and had a lot more chances. Overall I’m pleased with the result."
Rivals Make Point
Totaalvoetbal picked up a point in determined fashion at Yorkshires Amateurs in a game that finished 0-0.
With both sides packing the midfield there wasn’t to be much room for creativity and, as such, the game suffered as a result with only six chances being created.
What chances that did arrive in the first-half fell to the home side as Hans Riegler twice found Robert Keizer too good for him. Totaalvoetbal, meanwhile, were seemingly happy to sit in and wait patiently for their moment to attack.
The second-half saw Totaal edge back in terms of possession and hope grew amongst the away support that they might be able to pinch a winner. These hopes were effectively finished by the narrowest of margins as both Ike Dyer and Horacio Metelo shot inches wide of the home goal, both times with substitute ‘keeper Vadge appearing beaten.
Yorkshires Amateurs waited for their moment during a cautious half but they nearly reaped rewards in the dying moments. First Gabriel Mohan shot just wide before Hugo Smallwood was teed up from a free-kick to hit a shot which Keizer did well to hold.
So a point each for two sides who seem very evenly matched every time they meet, this being their third draw in as many games.
Totaal coach Meeblind was satisfied with a point;
“Of course I’m pleased. This will probably be a point more than most sides will gain here so it’s a massive positive.
“We are slowly turning round some of our lads’ poor form and this can only mean good news for us as a football club in the business of getting results.”
When asked whether he expected the Amateurs to be pushing for silverware come the season’s end he had this to say;
“Oh for sure. As soon as they get their big hitters in the best possible form then they will take some stopping.
“They won’t want to drop any further behind the top spot but there are sure to be many twists and turns to come. They’ll be very competitive all season.”
With both sides packing the midfield there wasn’t to be much room for creativity and, as such, the game suffered as a result with only six chances being created.
What chances that did arrive in the first-half fell to the home side as Hans Riegler twice found Robert Keizer too good for him. Totaalvoetbal, meanwhile, were seemingly happy to sit in and wait patiently for their moment to attack.
The second-half saw Totaal edge back in terms of possession and hope grew amongst the away support that they might be able to pinch a winner. These hopes were effectively finished by the narrowest of margins as both Ike Dyer and Horacio Metelo shot inches wide of the home goal, both times with substitute ‘keeper Vadge appearing beaten.
Yorkshires Amateurs waited for their moment during a cautious half but they nearly reaped rewards in the dying moments. First Gabriel Mohan shot just wide before Hugo Smallwood was teed up from a free-kick to hit a shot which Keizer did well to hold.
So a point each for two sides who seem very evenly matched every time they meet, this being their third draw in as many games.
Totaal coach Meeblind was satisfied with a point;
“Of course I’m pleased. This will probably be a point more than most sides will gain here so it’s a massive positive.
“We are slowly turning round some of our lads’ poor form and this can only mean good news for us as a football club in the business of getting results.”
When asked whether he expected the Amateurs to be pushing for silverware come the season’s end he had this to say;
“Oh for sure. As soon as they get their big hitters in the best possible form then they will take some stopping.
“They won’t want to drop any further behind the top spot but there are sure to be many twists and turns to come. They’ll be very competitive all season.”
"It Was A Great Game For The Neutrals."
Well Gordon Strachan seems to think proclaiming such things makes it so.
Fortunately Area manager Carfin is more realistic and reminded the gathered media who were complaining about the lack of chances and goals in the game that eight players have been sacked from his team and the new boys are still settling in.
"What I've given this team is organisation and a renewed determination. Now I will provide a guarentee. We will defeat Chelsea on Tuesday evening and begin our march up the league table."
The Area fans will be hoping that their manager's prediction becomes a reality.
Fortunately Area manager Carfin is more realistic and reminded the gathered media who were complaining about the lack of chances and goals in the game that eight players have been sacked from his team and the new boys are still settling in.
"What I've given this team is organisation and a renewed determination. Now I will provide a guarentee. We will defeat Chelsea on Tuesday evening and begin our march up the league table."
The Area fans will be hoping that their manager's prediction becomes a reality.
Strong Display From Alsancak.....
Alsancak continued their on off season with a strong performance against Wortly AFC, Alsancak ran out 4-1 winners at Mosquito Alley.
Alsancak's goalscorers on the day where S Del Valle, B Kavanaugh (2) and K Acton, assists came from S Del Valle (3) and B Kavanaugh, Man Of The Match was B Kavanaugh.
"Todays performance from the Midfield was outstanding with Del Valle and Kavanaugh putting in an imperious performance, why we can't play like that every week is a mystery, I have to feel a little sorry for Wortly from the moment they went one up my boys completely took over and ran them ragged for the remainder of the game" Wienersnitzel said.
Next up London Gunners at Mosquito Alley.
Alsancak's goalscorers on the day where S Del Valle, B Kavanaugh (2) and K Acton, assists came from S Del Valle (3) and B Kavanaugh, Man Of The Match was B Kavanaugh.
"Todays performance from the Midfield was outstanding with Del Valle and Kavanaugh putting in an imperious performance, why we can't play like that every week is a mystery, I have to feel a little sorry for Wortly from the moment they went one up my boys completely took over and ran them ragged for the remainder of the game" Wienersnitzel said.
Next up London Gunners at Mosquito Alley.
Greatness Youngsters Dominate St Omer!
St Omer entertian F.C. Greatness at the Five Percent Stadium, St Omer are current bottom of the league and F.C. Greatness havent proformed well away from home. Who will collect the three points?
F.C Greatness Manager Darren Calvert as opted to play all his youngster, with the goal machine Mario Balotelli up front, Dazza Calvert comes in goal and Álavo Recoba comes into midfield, Benfari isnt in the squad. Manager must have confidences in his yougsters.
The game started and the Greatness youngster didnt dissapoint with Fabio Cannavaro's corner the power house Mario Balotelli scores a bullet of a header. Who can stop his 17 year old, what a talent the manager as turned out. 1-0 Greatness!
On the 28th mins Faust Baronchelli went down after a bad tackle and on comes Basilio Bettella his first game of the season, seem he's been over looked due to the Mario's explosion this season.
Basilio Bettella didnt dissapiont his first touch of the ball see's it into the back of the net. that's 15 games and 7 goals for a player who seem's to be over looked by the manager. With first choice Benfari out and Baronchelli injured. Bettella and Balotelli look an impresive pair too. 2-0 by the end of the first half.
Fabio Cannavaro as been booked for diving inside the area, which will he him suspended for the next game.
The game ended with a suprizing comination of defenders Ruggaro Tangorra playing a one two with Dennis Gyllenhielm in th area, showing old guns still have it too. Overall F.C. Greatness dominated the game and made it look easy, and are climbing up the table!
Gazzetta sport spoke to denfender, assist and goal scorer Ruggaro Tangorra!" A good result for us, the youngsters came and shown the league that they are the future and present of the league, and these players are going to haut teams for years to come. But us experienced players also show we still have it! lol but now we have to think of AC Milan and playing at the San Siro!"
F.C Greatness Manager Darren Calvert as opted to play all his youngster, with the goal machine Mario Balotelli up front, Dazza Calvert comes in goal and Álavo Recoba comes into midfield, Benfari isnt in the squad. Manager must have confidences in his yougsters.
The game started and the Greatness youngster didnt dissapoint with Fabio Cannavaro's corner the power house Mario Balotelli scores a bullet of a header. Who can stop his 17 year old, what a talent the manager as turned out. 1-0 Greatness!
On the 28th mins Faust Baronchelli went down after a bad tackle and on comes Basilio Bettella his first game of the season, seem he's been over looked due to the Mario's explosion this season.
Basilio Bettella didnt dissapiont his first touch of the ball see's it into the back of the net. that's 15 games and 7 goals for a player who seem's to be over looked by the manager. With first choice Benfari out and Baronchelli injured. Bettella and Balotelli look an impresive pair too. 2-0 by the end of the first half.
Fabio Cannavaro as been booked for diving inside the area, which will he him suspended for the next game.
The game ended with a suprizing comination of defenders Ruggaro Tangorra playing a one two with Dennis Gyllenhielm in th area, showing old guns still have it too. Overall F.C. Greatness dominated the game and made it look easy, and are climbing up the table!
Gazzetta sport spoke to denfender, assist and goal scorer Ruggaro Tangorra!" A good result for us, the youngsters came and shown the league that they are the future and present of the league, and these players are going to haut teams for years to come. But us experienced players also show we still have it! lol but now we have to think of AC Milan and playing at the San Siro!"
Shipton The Saviour.....
After seeing a televised plea for donations for the local blood bank, Norris Shipton decides to try to overcome a lifelong fear of needles and help out. When it is discovered that Norris Shipton has blood type AB negative, the rarest of all blood types, the staff at the donation centre are very grateful and make such a fuss over the player's generosity, form improves.
In other news Alsancak will be looking to improve on their indifferent form as they entertain Wortley afc at Mosquito Alley.
In other news Alsancak will be looking to improve on their indifferent form as they entertain Wortley afc at Mosquito Alley.
The Vikings 3 - 0 Tropical Thunder
Viking Land News
Vikings hear no thunder!!
The Vikings bounced back from defeat away at Goals Aloud with a comprensive victory at home to Tropical Thunder.
Clint Bonavia got back to scoring ways on 13 when he headed home a ball from Tassiopoulos, then when almandis struck home an excellent freekick on 18 the Vikings were already looking very confident. Tassiopoulos then made it 3 goals from 3 chances when he struck home on 33 after being picked out in the box by Almandis. 3-0 half time with the Vikings in total control of the football.
Thunder came out the second half looking a bit bewildered but managed to create an opportunity on 55 but Dainelli missed the target with his header. Almandis then hit a freekick to close to the keeper on 66 as the Vikings looked to extend their lead. Irwin then also headed to close to the keeper on 68. The Vikings then became quite happy to conserve some energy and see out tnelli he game with minimum fuss the only chance falling to Dainelli on 77 but his lob sailed over. There was time for Falcioni to pick up a second yellow card on 80 minutes but the Vikings saw no need ro push on and punish Tropical Thunder any more. 3-0 full time with the Vikings midfield dominating with 63% possesion.
Eaglesrjh was in good mood after the game saying "We needed to bounce back after the disappointment of the last game and the boys did this well, it was a great first half perfomance and a professional second half one." When quizzed about murmurings from other areas that the Vikings might be promotion challngers he responded "I'm more concerned that that is now ove a third of the season gone and we are 8 points clear of the relegation zone! We were only promoted last season so lets just concentrate on consolidating our position just now. That said we look to win every game and if we can be in a position with a third of the season left then we will push hard" "there is more positive news as well, Justin Portway is almost match fit and may be included in the match day squad for the game against Pahang."
Vikings hear no thunder!!
The Vikings bounced back from defeat away at Goals Aloud with a comprensive victory at home to Tropical Thunder.
Clint Bonavia got back to scoring ways on 13 when he headed home a ball from Tassiopoulos, then when almandis struck home an excellent freekick on 18 the Vikings were already looking very confident. Tassiopoulos then made it 3 goals from 3 chances when he struck home on 33 after being picked out in the box by Almandis. 3-0 half time with the Vikings in total control of the football.
Thunder came out the second half looking a bit bewildered but managed to create an opportunity on 55 but Dainelli missed the target with his header. Almandis then hit a freekick to close to the keeper on 66 as the Vikings looked to extend their lead. Irwin then also headed to close to the keeper on 68. The Vikings then became quite happy to conserve some energy and see out tnelli he game with minimum fuss the only chance falling to Dainelli on 77 but his lob sailed over. There was time for Falcioni to pick up a second yellow card on 80 minutes but the Vikings saw no need ro push on and punish Tropical Thunder any more. 3-0 full time with the Vikings midfield dominating with 63% possesion.
Eaglesrjh was in good mood after the game saying "We needed to bounce back after the disappointment of the last game and the boys did this well, it was a great first half perfomance and a professional second half one." When quizzed about murmurings from other areas that the Vikings might be promotion challngers he responded "I'm more concerned that that is now ove a third of the season gone and we are 8 points clear of the relegation zone! We were only promoted last season so lets just concentrate on consolidating our position just now. That said we look to win every game and if we can be in a position with a third of the season left then we will push hard" "there is more positive news as well, Justin Portway is almost match fit and may be included in the match day squad for the game against Pahang."
Goals Aloud 1 - 0 The Vikings
Viking Land News
Vikings lose out at Goals Aloud.
The Vikings lost this game despite feeling they could have won it going into the match up with huge form across the team.
Clint Bonavia was still in good shape following his recent hat-trick and forced the Goals Aloud keeper into a save as early as the 4th minute. Almandis then hit a stinging freekick on 19 that Harper in the Goals Aloud net just managed to get enough on to keep it out. Gourmas again tested the keeper on 22 but again Harper was up to the job. Nyberg then headed Goals Alouds first chance over on 37. 0-0 half time
Harper in the Goals allowed net was frustrating the Vikings as he saved an effort from Crouch on 48. De Melo then hit the bar with a freekick for Goals on 67. The game seemd to be grinding it's way to a goalless draw that might have been a fair result until De Melo got free on 90 minutes and slotted the ball home much to the away fans disgust! 1-0 at full time.
"We deserved at least a point" said Eaglesrjh at the end of the game, "but these things happen in football and the important thing is to pick ourselves uo and look to win the next game"
Vikings lose out at Goals Aloud.
The Vikings lost this game despite feeling they could have won it going into the match up with huge form across the team.
Clint Bonavia was still in good shape following his recent hat-trick and forced the Goals Aloud keeper into a save as early as the 4th minute. Almandis then hit a stinging freekick on 19 that Harper in the Goals Aloud net just managed to get enough on to keep it out. Gourmas again tested the keeper on 22 but again Harper was up to the job. Nyberg then headed Goals Alouds first chance over on 37. 0-0 half time
Harper in the Goals allowed net was frustrating the Vikings as he saved an effort from Crouch on 48. De Melo then hit the bar with a freekick for Goals on 67. The game seemd to be grinding it's way to a goalless draw that might have been a fair result until De Melo got free on 90 minutes and slotted the ball home much to the away fans disgust! 1-0 at full time.
"We deserved at least a point" said Eaglesrjh at the end of the game, "but these things happen in football and the important thing is to pick ourselves uo and look to win the next game"
The Vikings 5 - 1 Liverpool
Viking Land News
5 star Vikings Display
The Vikings dominated Liverpool in a match that demonstrates the two teams changing fortunes since both being promoted last season.
The intent was clear as early as the 7th minute when Bonavia hit a shot just over on 7 minutes. He then found the net with a piledriver of a shot on 10 minutes after being picked out by Tolley. Bonavia was the only man involved at this point and he shot just wide on 12. Bonavia continued his domination of the first half when on 36 minutes he chipped in his second after a ball by Strachan. 2-0 half time of a Bonavia inspired first half.
The Vikings midfield was bossing the game and it was inevitable more goals were coming. Crouch got on the score sheet on 47 nodding home a corner from Ahlm. Liverpool then suddenly woke up and Keane pulled one back from a Riera corner on 55. Babel then hit the crossbar on 57 as Liverpool looked to launch an unlikely comeback. Keane then narrowly missed on 67. MAcfinlay then also hit the bar on 73 as Liverpool at least showed some spirit. Any Vikings nerves were settled on 76 as they were awarded a penalty, with Liverpool pushing hard it was decided regular taker Tassiopoulos would have responsibility despite Bonavia being on a hat-trick. Tassiopoulos confidently put the penalty away to seal the game. Crouch then headed to close to the keeper om 82 as Liverpools spirit was broken. There was just time for the impressive Bonavia to seal his hat-trick with a long range effort on 89 after Crouch had found him in space. 5-1 at full time, with 8 chances to 4 and 60% possesion in the Vikings favour.
Eaglesrjh was still in cautious mood despite the big win saying "It was an important win against a team in the relegation zone and that is still our main concern, we must win these games and have enough points to be safely clear of relegation before considering if a promotion push is possible."
5 star Vikings Display
The Vikings dominated Liverpool in a match that demonstrates the two teams changing fortunes since both being promoted last season.
The intent was clear as early as the 7th minute when Bonavia hit a shot just over on 7 minutes. He then found the net with a piledriver of a shot on 10 minutes after being picked out by Tolley. Bonavia was the only man involved at this point and he shot just wide on 12. Bonavia continued his domination of the first half when on 36 minutes he chipped in his second after a ball by Strachan. 2-0 half time of a Bonavia inspired first half.
The Vikings midfield was bossing the game and it was inevitable more goals were coming. Crouch got on the score sheet on 47 nodding home a corner from Ahlm. Liverpool then suddenly woke up and Keane pulled one back from a Riera corner on 55. Babel then hit the crossbar on 57 as Liverpool looked to launch an unlikely comeback. Keane then narrowly missed on 67. MAcfinlay then also hit the bar on 73 as Liverpool at least showed some spirit. Any Vikings nerves were settled on 76 as they were awarded a penalty, with Liverpool pushing hard it was decided regular taker Tassiopoulos would have responsibility despite Bonavia being on a hat-trick. Tassiopoulos confidently put the penalty away to seal the game. Crouch then headed to close to the keeper om 82 as Liverpools spirit was broken. There was just time for the impressive Bonavia to seal his hat-trick with a long range effort on 89 after Crouch had found him in space. 5-1 at full time, with 8 chances to 4 and 60% possesion in the Vikings favour.
Eaglesrjh was still in cautious mood despite the big win saying "It was an important win against a team in the relegation zone and that is still our main concern, we must win these games and have enough points to be safely clear of relegation before considering if a promotion push is possible."
Santos on Song
AC Milan fell into the relegation zone following a 3-2 home reversal by resurgent Santos FC. With chances arriving regularly at both ends it was no surprise the game ended with five goals. Elroy Burns kicked things off with a long range shot on 5 minutes but the lead was to last only 10 minutes as Rafael de Oliveira and Marcelo Afonso combined over a free-kick for the former to equalise. The second-half saw Santos take a hold on proceedings as Ribeiro shot home in the penalty area to put them 2-1 up before crossing for Ferrari to head in number three to double the lead. Despite their lead, chances were still coming at the other end and a comeback was not out of the equation following Kaka’s long range strike. It ultimately proved too much, though, as the sides went in opposing directions in the league table. MarkieRich summed up his frustrations by saying they ‘just can’t buy a win’, adding in ominous fashion that ‘I’m in big trouble.’ Santos news said that ‘no-one really knows the reason for the recent turnaround’ but they all ‘hope the recent success will continue.’ With only one point separating the sides both have endured similar starts to the season but there is no doubting which is the more progressive.
Also falling into the relegation zone are Reggae Reggae Sauce following a 2-1 home defeat to Tranmere Rovers. It started well for Reggae as Derek Acorah scored a smart breakaway goal but their joy wasn’t to last long. Joe Urpani headed in on four minutes to equalise for the away side and they were to edge the chances for the remainder of the game despite conceding possession. The winning goal arrived late in the game as Victor Duvivier showed an ice-cool temperament to take his chance superbly on 83 minutes. The win sees Tranmere move nicely into seventh with MOTR Baz saying that ‘we seem to be heading in the right direction.’ The same cannot be said of RRS who now sit in eleventh and will be looking to return to winning ways sooner rather than later.
Remaining on the bottom of the pile are St Omer who suffered a 3-0 defeat away at Hun Haters. The home side dominated the game throughout both in terms of possession and chances and it surprised no-one when they took a 30th minute lead from a free-kick by Craig Elliston. Elliston continued to be a thorn in the away team’s side as he crossed for Iain Emery to head in the second before half-time. With a two-goal lead HH were able to produce a controlled display after the break to keep Omer at distance. Elliston once more provided a pin-point cross for Ashton Crosby to head home as Hun Haters completed a 3-0 win. Omer remain focused on developing their young talent and are happy to write this season off as a sacrifice they have to make. Hun Haters are in familiar position, meanwhile, as they sit in second spot and once more look likely to mount a title challenge.
Remaining in first place are ThunderCats F.C who beat an out-of-sorts Yorkshires Amateurs 3-0 at Thundera Grounds. ThunderCats were on top right from the start and were quickly into a 1-0 lead thanks to a Leonardo Borja penalty. Amateurs had a troubled start as they lost both Amadeo Caviedes and Gabriel Mohan to injuries in the first 15 minutes. It was 2-0 shortly after the half-hour when Borja teed up Queimado from a free-kick. The chances kept arriving for the home side as Amateurs couldn’t get a grip on the game. Queimado made it 3-0 five minutes from time to complete the win as he headed in an Ornelas cross. ThunderCats press is already building up the match with Hun Haters by saying ‘Hun Haters is on his tail yet again.’ It’s too early to be talking about title deciders but it will certainly give the victors massive momentum. Amateurs will look to launch themselves back in the race by defeating Totaalvoetbal in their next match.
Meanwhile, Totaalvoetbal had a morale-boosting victory against Marseille to lift themselves out of the relegation zone. They were on top for the majority of the game but still managed to go behind to a Ritchie Morgan finish on 35 minutes. The reigning champions didn’t panic, though, and were to pull themselves level before half-time; Pierre van Diemen volleying in a Metelo pass. Once Marseille had a goal disallowed at the beginning of the second-half, Totaal assumed control. They went ahead from a Shirsh Vajpayee shot before debutante Allan Akerboom put the finishing touches to the victory with a super diving header. Meeblind spoke of a ‘big win’ but warned that they will have ‘to stand up to their (YA) quality’ if they are to get anything from their next match. Marseille will be disappointed after their start to the season following big claims during their last campaign that they would be challenging again.
F.C. Greatness won the clash of two of the promoted sides against AFC Stanley. Despite an injury to Oliver Trower, Stanley began the game well and took the lead through a Matts Wallman free-kick as they looked to continue their good start to the season. Greatness, though, were much improved on recent outings and gradually got on top during the second-half. They were level on 69 minutes as Fabrizio Colluato knocked in a long range strike before the young teen sensation put them in front. Mario Balotelli has made a big name for himself following his promotion to the first-team and made no mistake with his strike from inside the area to put Greatness 2-1 ahead. Midfielder, Paolo Serena spoke of a good win ‘against a great team’ before adding that it ‘gives us some breathing space in the table.’ Markham was magnanimous in defeat saying Greatness are a ‘good team with a good manager.’ Both sides will be content with their 13 and 12 points respectively following their promotions last season.
Also falling into the relegation zone are Reggae Reggae Sauce following a 2-1 home defeat to Tranmere Rovers. It started well for Reggae as Derek Acorah scored a smart breakaway goal but their joy wasn’t to last long. Joe Urpani headed in on four minutes to equalise for the away side and they were to edge the chances for the remainder of the game despite conceding possession. The winning goal arrived late in the game as Victor Duvivier showed an ice-cool temperament to take his chance superbly on 83 minutes. The win sees Tranmere move nicely into seventh with MOTR Baz saying that ‘we seem to be heading in the right direction.’ The same cannot be said of RRS who now sit in eleventh and will be looking to return to winning ways sooner rather than later.
Remaining on the bottom of the pile are St Omer who suffered a 3-0 defeat away at Hun Haters. The home side dominated the game throughout both in terms of possession and chances and it surprised no-one when they took a 30th minute lead from a free-kick by Craig Elliston. Elliston continued to be a thorn in the away team’s side as he crossed for Iain Emery to head in the second before half-time. With a two-goal lead HH were able to produce a controlled display after the break to keep Omer at distance. Elliston once more provided a pin-point cross for Ashton Crosby to head home as Hun Haters completed a 3-0 win. Omer remain focused on developing their young talent and are happy to write this season off as a sacrifice they have to make. Hun Haters are in familiar position, meanwhile, as they sit in second spot and once more look likely to mount a title challenge.
Remaining in first place are ThunderCats F.C who beat an out-of-sorts Yorkshires Amateurs 3-0 at Thundera Grounds. ThunderCats were on top right from the start and were quickly into a 1-0 lead thanks to a Leonardo Borja penalty. Amateurs had a troubled start as they lost both Amadeo Caviedes and Gabriel Mohan to injuries in the first 15 minutes. It was 2-0 shortly after the half-hour when Borja teed up Queimado from a free-kick. The chances kept arriving for the home side as Amateurs couldn’t get a grip on the game. Queimado made it 3-0 five minutes from time to complete the win as he headed in an Ornelas cross. ThunderCats press is already building up the match with Hun Haters by saying ‘Hun Haters is on his tail yet again.’ It’s too early to be talking about title deciders but it will certainly give the victors massive momentum. Amateurs will look to launch themselves back in the race by defeating Totaalvoetbal in their next match.
Meanwhile, Totaalvoetbal had a morale-boosting victory against Marseille to lift themselves out of the relegation zone. They were on top for the majority of the game but still managed to go behind to a Ritchie Morgan finish on 35 minutes. The reigning champions didn’t panic, though, and were to pull themselves level before half-time; Pierre van Diemen volleying in a Metelo pass. Once Marseille had a goal disallowed at the beginning of the second-half, Totaal assumed control. They went ahead from a Shirsh Vajpayee shot before debutante Allan Akerboom put the finishing touches to the victory with a super diving header. Meeblind spoke of a ‘big win’ but warned that they will have ‘to stand up to their (YA) quality’ if they are to get anything from their next match. Marseille will be disappointed after their start to the season following big claims during their last campaign that they would be challenging again.
F.C. Greatness won the clash of two of the promoted sides against AFC Stanley. Despite an injury to Oliver Trower, Stanley began the game well and took the lead through a Matts Wallman free-kick as they looked to continue their good start to the season. Greatness, though, were much improved on recent outings and gradually got on top during the second-half. They were level on 69 minutes as Fabrizio Colluato knocked in a long range strike before the young teen sensation put them in front. Mario Balotelli has made a big name for himself following his promotion to the first-team and made no mistake with his strike from inside the area to put Greatness 2-1 ahead. Midfielder, Paolo Serena spoke of a good win ‘against a great team’ before adding that it ‘gives us some breathing space in the table.’ Markham was magnanimous in defeat saying Greatness are a ‘good team with a good manager.’ Both sides will be content with their 13 and 12 points respectively following their promotions last season.
Strollers Silence Aloud
Kirkbride Strollers were in buoyant mood after they claimed their first victory of the season in a 2-1 success over Goals Aloud. The game was very entertaining and full of chances and it was somewhat surprising that only three goals were scored during it. The opening goal came courtesy of a penalty as Dennis MacAvery kept his nerve to give a boost to the home support. Despite dominating possession Kirkbride were not as threatening as their visitors but Goals Aloud could not find a cutting edge to go with their approach play. It stayed 1-0 until late in the game when another penalty would level matters; Constantino de Melo proving every bit as cool as MacAvery in scoring his spot-kick. As the game entered stoppage-time it looked as though both sides would have to settle for a point apiece. David Proctor had other ideas, however, as he beat the defence to a Billy Maneater cross to head in the winner. Jazza will have been delighted with the reward following a testing start to the season and will now be keen to push on. Goals Aloud remain on six points and face a testing trip to Manchester United next up as they look to kick-start their campaign.
Manchester United go into that game after disposing of another relegation-haunted club in Liverpool. The opening 45 minutes proved uneventful with both sides’ defences on top. The second-half proved a more open fare with the game being settled in a two-minute spell not long after the restart. Dick Tator awarded United a penalty from which Eric Cantona wasn’t to falter and he duly gave the visitors a 1-0 lead. Two minutes later and the contest was effectively over when captain Darren Fletcher made a well-timed run into the area and beat Grobbelaar with ease. The afternoon was to get worse for the Liverpool ‘keeper and skipper as he fluffed his lines from the spot on 80 minutes which might have given his side a route back into it. As it was, it turned out to be another defeat for Liverpool which sees them rooted to the bottom of the table and in need of some inspiration from somewhere. Manchester United are once more looking at the top three of the table as they sit just one point behind The Vikings.
The Vikings moved into third on the back of a superb first-half performance which laid the platform for them to defeat Tropical Thunder 3-0. The Vikings controlled the possession throughout the game and from this base they were able to create three first-half opportunities from which they scored three goals. Clint Bonavia headed home the first when presented with a brilliant cross from Tassiopoulos on 13 minutes. Five minutes later and it was 2-0 courtesy of an Aris Almanidis free-kick, only the defender’s second goal of the season. Almanidis turned provider for the third goal with a nice pass to Tassiopoulos who finished with aplomb to leave the Thunder staring into the abyss. They produced a much improved showing after the break but never really threatened to eat into The Vikings' three-goal lead. With The Vikings also showing good form Ealglesrjh will be in positive mood regarding how the season is panning out but Jamesfreeman will want his Thunder side to get a win under their belts soon. They are now three matches without one and are starting to slip towards the wrong end of the table.
Three Lions FC remain well and truly in the hunt following a 2-1 home victory over Newry City. Robin van Izu continued with his personal quest to write himself into Three Lions folklore with another goal, his 24th in their colours. On 26 minutes it was 2-0 as ‘keeper Izu Casillas strode up confidently to convert a penalty. Despite the score it had been a fairly even first-half although the home side enjoyed the majority of the ball. The second-half saw the home side create more chances but they were unable to take any of them as Newry found new life. Muharem Husic was the source of their new found belief as he scored a brilliant free-kick on 70 minutes. As it turned out it wouldn’t be enough with the Lions getting the points which see them remain within six of the top two. Izuka was already looking forward to his next game, saying ‘I have a decent record against Jimmy’s side, and I’m hoping good form will carry us through.’ Newry continue to endure a troublesome season as they remain in eighth, just two points above the bottom three.
Mexican Mafia prepared themselves for their test against Three Lions with a 5-0 thumping of Pahang United. In a show of strength Jimmy’s side kept Pahang chanceless while cutting through the visiting defence with ease. The game was over after a brilliant opening 45 minutes in which they took the lead after just nine through a long range Elvis MacCaran shot. Oscar Cervantes followed MacCaran’s lead by scoring from distance before Shinosuke Isimaru scored following a quality corner from the irreplaceable Demetrio Delpiano. It would be Delpiano himself who would add the fourth at the start of the second-half; ghosting behind his marker to head in following an Aluna corner. He then put the finishing touches on a super display, both personally and from the team, as he finished a fast breakaway to make it 5-0. TrueBlue offered a ‘well done jim’ as congratulations before adding that he is struggling with his defenders as he looks to plot Pahang’s comeback. Jimmy said the victory was unexpected before adding, ‘we are unstoppable at the moment.’ Pahang slip to sixth with 11 points while Mafia remain on top with 20 points.
The only side threatening to keep up with the Mafia are West Brom Strollers who put in a five-star performance of their own. Juventus would be the victims and they quickly found themselves two goals behind as Willie Johnston scored from long range on two minutes before adding a header a minute later. With Juventus still reeling Richard Sneekes added a third with a header of his own on 17 minutes and you wondered how Juventus could make a game of it. They did manage to create some openings as the game went on but never really looked confident enough to take many of them and when Bobby Taylor added another on 54 minutes it was 4-0 and game over. Orlan Canito allowed the visiting fans a moment of joy with a cracking shot but Willie Johnston had the final say with another clinical header to complete his hat-trick. Dinkydave explained that Johnston was a late inclusion saying he ‘felt at the last minute we needed a bit of experience.’ He will have been happy with the results and they remain just behind the Mafia, level on points. Juve sit precariously above the bottom three and will need to stop shipping so many goals if they are to escape.
Manchester United go into that game after disposing of another relegation-haunted club in Liverpool. The opening 45 minutes proved uneventful with both sides’ defences on top. The second-half proved a more open fare with the game being settled in a two-minute spell not long after the restart. Dick Tator awarded United a penalty from which Eric Cantona wasn’t to falter and he duly gave the visitors a 1-0 lead. Two minutes later and the contest was effectively over when captain Darren Fletcher made a well-timed run into the area and beat Grobbelaar with ease. The afternoon was to get worse for the Liverpool ‘keeper and skipper as he fluffed his lines from the spot on 80 minutes which might have given his side a route back into it. As it was, it turned out to be another defeat for Liverpool which sees them rooted to the bottom of the table and in need of some inspiration from somewhere. Manchester United are once more looking at the top three of the table as they sit just one point behind The Vikings.
The Vikings moved into third on the back of a superb first-half performance which laid the platform for them to defeat Tropical Thunder 3-0. The Vikings controlled the possession throughout the game and from this base they were able to create three first-half opportunities from which they scored three goals. Clint Bonavia headed home the first when presented with a brilliant cross from Tassiopoulos on 13 minutes. Five minutes later and it was 2-0 courtesy of an Aris Almanidis free-kick, only the defender’s second goal of the season. Almanidis turned provider for the third goal with a nice pass to Tassiopoulos who finished with aplomb to leave the Thunder staring into the abyss. They produced a much improved showing after the break but never really threatened to eat into The Vikings' three-goal lead. With The Vikings also showing good form Ealglesrjh will be in positive mood regarding how the season is panning out but Jamesfreeman will want his Thunder side to get a win under their belts soon. They are now three matches without one and are starting to slip towards the wrong end of the table.
Three Lions FC remain well and truly in the hunt following a 2-1 home victory over Newry City. Robin van Izu continued with his personal quest to write himself into Three Lions folklore with another goal, his 24th in their colours. On 26 minutes it was 2-0 as ‘keeper Izu Casillas strode up confidently to convert a penalty. Despite the score it had been a fairly even first-half although the home side enjoyed the majority of the ball. The second-half saw the home side create more chances but they were unable to take any of them as Newry found new life. Muharem Husic was the source of their new found belief as he scored a brilliant free-kick on 70 minutes. As it turned out it wouldn’t be enough with the Lions getting the points which see them remain within six of the top two. Izuka was already looking forward to his next game, saying ‘I have a decent record against Jimmy’s side, and I’m hoping good form will carry us through.’ Newry continue to endure a troublesome season as they remain in eighth, just two points above the bottom three.
Mexican Mafia prepared themselves for their test against Three Lions with a 5-0 thumping of Pahang United. In a show of strength Jimmy’s side kept Pahang chanceless while cutting through the visiting defence with ease. The game was over after a brilliant opening 45 minutes in which they took the lead after just nine through a long range Elvis MacCaran shot. Oscar Cervantes followed MacCaran’s lead by scoring from distance before Shinosuke Isimaru scored following a quality corner from the irreplaceable Demetrio Delpiano. It would be Delpiano himself who would add the fourth at the start of the second-half; ghosting behind his marker to head in following an Aluna corner. He then put the finishing touches on a super display, both personally and from the team, as he finished a fast breakaway to make it 5-0. TrueBlue offered a ‘well done jim’ as congratulations before adding that he is struggling with his defenders as he looks to plot Pahang’s comeback. Jimmy said the victory was unexpected before adding, ‘we are unstoppable at the moment.’ Pahang slip to sixth with 11 points while Mafia remain on top with 20 points.
The only side threatening to keep up with the Mafia are West Brom Strollers who put in a five-star performance of their own. Juventus would be the victims and they quickly found themselves two goals behind as Willie Johnston scored from long range on two minutes before adding a header a minute later. With Juventus still reeling Richard Sneekes added a third with a header of his own on 17 minutes and you wondered how Juventus could make a game of it. They did manage to create some openings as the game went on but never really looked confident enough to take many of them and when Bobby Taylor added another on 54 minutes it was 4-0 and game over. Orlan Canito allowed the visiting fans a moment of joy with a cracking shot but Willie Johnston had the final say with another clinical header to complete his hat-trick. Dinkydave explained that Johnston was a late inclusion saying he ‘felt at the last minute we needed a bit of experience.’ He will have been happy with the results and they remain just behind the Mafia, level on points. Juve sit precariously above the bottom three and will need to stop shipping so many goals if they are to escape.
Rovers Return to Winning Ways
AJ Rovers claimed a valuable win over Southampton to leapfrog their rivals at the foot of the table. The first-half was an entertaining and even contest as both sides created some good openings. Phil Marsh was the first to benefit after being given too much time in the middle of the park, the result was a shot which never gave Lima a chance in goal to put the hosts 1-0 up. Southampton never lost their heads despite this early setback and as the half was nearing its conclusion Benos Hardinho scored his fourth goal of an ever-impressive first season. AJ were to grab the game by the scruff of its neck after the interval, however, and forced the Saints into defending for much of it. A penalty by Morgan Deane re-established the lead and a Daniel Tabaranu header after a corner sealed the win in stoppage time. Hardinho was happy with his win on the pools but said ruefully, ‘if only I had that money before my game so I could have got a tactics report.’ Rothion won’t be concerned by such things, only that his side now builds on this victory in an attempt to move out of the relegation zone.
The other side who sit in the relegation zone are Carthage FC following a 2-1 defeat at a resilient Kroklund Kings. Both sides seemed to cancel each other out in a non-event of a first-half but business would pick up after the respective managers got tucked into their players at half-time. Carthage came out and stunned the home crowd by taking the lead with their first effort on goal. It was Ad Herbal who left Kangashaka floundering as his long range shot hit the back of the net. With the home fans remaining solidly behind their team Kroklund remained the more progressive unit but left it until late to make their superiority count. Dead Two shot home in the penalty area to level the scores with seven minutes remaining and then Curt Elliott was allowed to poach a goal from a corner as the clock struck 90. The result will have left Blakey frustrated and disappointed as his side sit in tenth but well within reach of the top slots while bossebong has driven his Kroklund side up to third which is even more impressive when you consider that statistically they the weakest in the section.
Kensington Boys Club returned to the top of the Division 2 table by picking up a highly impressive three points at Charlottenburg FC. The game wasn’t a classic by any means with the first-half passing by with the hosts knocking the ball about without any real penetration. There was a flashpoint early in the second-half as Jeremias Bray was taken off after being involved in an altercation with Teddy Sheringham which saw the forward enter the referee’s notebook. This incident served as inspiration to high-flying Kensignton as Cameron Nowell soon had them in front with a free-kick which left James helpless. With the hosts still trying to come to terms with being behind KBC doubled the pain as Charles Tilly rose to head in a corner from Max Myer. With chances at a premium you sensed Charlottenburg would be hard pressed to get back into things and so it proved as the points went to the visitors. Potsdamerplatz remains in high spirits (a little too high maybe following last night’s pr – excellent by the way!) and is more than happy to set his priority on ‘another good Change Report rather than promotion.’ Kensington are well-placed and Patrik will surely be eyeing Division 1 football next term for his charges.
Real Madrid FC fell into second after a tight battle with Belly Tubbies ended in stalemate. In a match devoid of any real attacking quality it came as no surprise that the man-of-the-match awards went to a defender and goalkeeper in Aivazian and Sahlberg. Only three chances were created but none were taken as the sides had to settle for a point each. In truth, Belly Tubbies will be the happier with their point as Fitzy remains on cloud nine following Everton’s arrival in the FA Cup Final. FredRizzo, meanwhile, has kept his Madrid side in fine form and, despite this mini-setback, will be more than confident of challenging the top sides all the way for the title.
Morley Town F.C. put in one of the performances of the day in defeating White Hawk FC 3-1 at White Stadium. Morley put on a master-class of finishing as they put last season’s Division 3 champions to the sword. Christopher Love had a mixed start to the game as he shot Morley into a 1-0 lead on two minutes before going off injured on nine. White Hawk briefly levelled on 26 minutes through Adan Donahue but this was to be Morley’s day. Kieron Sedgemore finished a stylish breakaway on 34 minutes to put the visitors back in front before a long range effort from Florain Arnautu doubled their advantage. This allowed Morley to take the sting out of the game and the second-half proved a much more subdued affair, suiting the visitors perfectly. Morley press reported that this was ‘a breaktaking display’ and few could argue as they begin to look a real threat in the section. White Hawk are struggling of late and will want to address a run which has seen them take only four points from their last five games.
A five-goal thriller at the Staples Center saw Internazionale raid Los Samgeles Kings for three important points. The game was open from the start as Neal Stapleton found the net from some way out to put the visitors in front. The lead proved to be short-lived with Anze Kopitar nodding in a corner delivered by Torben Kummel. The away side continued to create the better opportunities but there was to be no more goal action until the last twenty minutes of the game. Stephen Lorimar ultimately proved the difference between the sides as he produced two stunning headers which put them 2 and then 3-1 up after 78 minutes. Los Samgeles never gave in and pulled one back via Michal Handzus but it wasn’t to be enough for Stripy’s side. The defeat sees LSK drop into mid-table on 12 points while Inter climb out of the drop zone following their third win of the season.
The other side who sit in the relegation zone are Carthage FC following a 2-1 defeat at a resilient Kroklund Kings. Both sides seemed to cancel each other out in a non-event of a first-half but business would pick up after the respective managers got tucked into their players at half-time. Carthage came out and stunned the home crowd by taking the lead with their first effort on goal. It was Ad Herbal who left Kangashaka floundering as his long range shot hit the back of the net. With the home fans remaining solidly behind their team Kroklund remained the more progressive unit but left it until late to make their superiority count. Dead Two shot home in the penalty area to level the scores with seven minutes remaining and then Curt Elliott was allowed to poach a goal from a corner as the clock struck 90. The result will have left Blakey frustrated and disappointed as his side sit in tenth but well within reach of the top slots while bossebong has driven his Kroklund side up to third which is even more impressive when you consider that statistically they the weakest in the section.
Kensington Boys Club returned to the top of the Division 2 table by picking up a highly impressive three points at Charlottenburg FC. The game wasn’t a classic by any means with the first-half passing by with the hosts knocking the ball about without any real penetration. There was a flashpoint early in the second-half as Jeremias Bray was taken off after being involved in an altercation with Teddy Sheringham which saw the forward enter the referee’s notebook. This incident served as inspiration to high-flying Kensignton as Cameron Nowell soon had them in front with a free-kick which left James helpless. With the hosts still trying to come to terms with being behind KBC doubled the pain as Charles Tilly rose to head in a corner from Max Myer. With chances at a premium you sensed Charlottenburg would be hard pressed to get back into things and so it proved as the points went to the visitors. Potsdamerplatz remains in high spirits (a little too high maybe following last night’s pr – excellent by the way!) and is more than happy to set his priority on ‘another good Change Report rather than promotion.’ Kensington are well-placed and Patrik will surely be eyeing Division 1 football next term for his charges.
Real Madrid FC fell into second after a tight battle with Belly Tubbies ended in stalemate. In a match devoid of any real attacking quality it came as no surprise that the man-of-the-match awards went to a defender and goalkeeper in Aivazian and Sahlberg. Only three chances were created but none were taken as the sides had to settle for a point each. In truth, Belly Tubbies will be the happier with their point as Fitzy remains on cloud nine following Everton’s arrival in the FA Cup Final. FredRizzo, meanwhile, has kept his Madrid side in fine form and, despite this mini-setback, will be more than confident of challenging the top sides all the way for the title.
Morley Town F.C. put in one of the performances of the day in defeating White Hawk FC 3-1 at White Stadium. Morley put on a master-class of finishing as they put last season’s Division 3 champions to the sword. Christopher Love had a mixed start to the game as he shot Morley into a 1-0 lead on two minutes before going off injured on nine. White Hawk briefly levelled on 26 minutes through Adan Donahue but this was to be Morley’s day. Kieron Sedgemore finished a stylish breakaway on 34 minutes to put the visitors back in front before a long range effort from Florain Arnautu doubled their advantage. This allowed Morley to take the sting out of the game and the second-half proved a much more subdued affair, suiting the visitors perfectly. Morley press reported that this was ‘a breaktaking display’ and few could argue as they begin to look a real threat in the section. White Hawk are struggling of late and will want to address a run which has seen them take only four points from their last five games.
A five-goal thriller at the Staples Center saw Internazionale raid Los Samgeles Kings for three important points. The game was open from the start as Neal Stapleton found the net from some way out to put the visitors in front. The lead proved to be short-lived with Anze Kopitar nodding in a corner delivered by Torben Kummel. The away side continued to create the better opportunities but there was to be no more goal action until the last twenty minutes of the game. Stephen Lorimar ultimately proved the difference between the sides as he produced two stunning headers which put them 2 and then 3-1 up after 78 minutes. Los Samgeles never gave in and pulled one back via Michal Handzus but it wasn’t to be enough for Stripy’s side. The defeat sees LSK drop into mid-table on 12 points while Inter climb out of the drop zone following their third win of the season.
Slick Rick Boosts Wandsworth
Wandsworth kept alive their 100% record with a comfortable 5-2 victory over The Champs. Going into the game as the standout team of the season they had to settle for a quiet first-half performance which saw them more than held by their opponents. A burst of attacking play at the beginning of the second-half was to prove the difference, though. Rick Tuttle was to be the catalyst as two super headers left The Champs defence stunned and the hosts 2-0 ahead. Seizing on the wave of momentum Samson Heskey finished smartly in the area as the game looked to be settled. Robert Hammevik did respond with a long range shot but when Stevan Mudi headed in on 68 minutes the lead was back at three. The teams shared goals in the last ten minutes as Bruce Collinge for the hosts and Rowley Forrester for The Champs each found their range to net from free-kicks. The result leaves Wandsworth with a perfect eight from eight while The Champs slip to sixth and will look to bounce back against the Glory Hornets next time out.
The Glory Hornets themselves had a tough 1-1 draw with Grey Area with the away side just about edging proceedings. The first-half saw Area produce some good football in fashioning three openings but they couldn’t find a cutting edge which would have seen them go in ahead at the interval. Glory Hornets were struggling for their best stuff and encountered further problems with an injury to Seth Eaves on 49 minutes. Two minutes later and they were behind as Geoffrey Stiles headed in a Julian Dempsey cross for a 1-0 advantage and nothing more than they deserved. The response from the home side was to be excellent, though, and on 57 minutes they were level; Eustace North providing the width and delivering a fine cross for Burt Judd, who had come on as a substitute for the unfortunate Eaves, to head home. Area were to suffer injury problems too as Frederik Smit took a knock which will keep him out for a week or so. Carfin was impressed by the performance and claims his side are ‘improving by the game’ and ‘didn’t deserve to only draw this one.’ The Hornets remain tough to beat and sitting in fourth can be happy with how the season is progressing.
Chelsea have been left managerless while Jamma looks to fund his next VIP experience and they didn’t enjoy their trip to wortley afc and were hammered 6-0. The home side couldn’t have asked for easier opponents and were dominant from the moment Brandon Hiller netted the opener on 11 minutes. Quincy Bowey doubled the lead on 20 minutes with a super long range effort and Hiller pouched his second on 26 minutes from inside the area. The second-half carried on in the same manner with Walter Willock helping himself to a hat-trick. His first was a header a minute after the restart and with a cracking strike from distance he had a brace on 54 minutes. Brandon Hiller was to fluff his lines for a treble with a dreadful penalty but wortley had their sixth when Willock calmly finished his third after being set-up by Alex Jamieson. The triumph has wortley happily placed in second with Chelsea bottom after their eighth loss in eight games.
Portsmouth moved into the last promotion spot by beating The Posh 1-0 at the Stadium. They largely controlled a game that never reached any sort of heights and in keeping with it their front three performed poorly to mean only a narrow victory would be their reward. The goal came early in the match, following a Craig Elliott corner which fell to Marzuki Nugraha who beat Tipton in goal. Four more chances came and went for Pompey but they were never really threatened at the other end and picked up three valuable points which keeps Lewis on target for the promotion he dearly wants. The Posh remain in eleventh and their season continues to be one of underachievement, despite this their fans will still turn out for their next match against These Charming Men.
London Gunners returned to winning ways with a good 2-0 home victory against Northwich Victoria. It was a worthy triumph for the home side as they created many good chances throughout the game and but for a poor display in the forward line-up would surely have won by more. In an opening half where they created five chances the Gunners will have been amazed and annoyed to have gone in at 0-0, a score that will have pleased Victoria albeit not the manner in which it was achieved. The second-half was threatening to be similarly frustrating for the hosts until they finally made the breakthrough with time running out. Dan Parkinson was the hero as he latched onto a Gunvald Fahlgren pass and made no mistake in finishing past Sigurdsen in goal. When a penalty was dispatched in the 89th minute by Petrus Normqvist the relief was tangible around the ground. The defeat sees Victoria start to lose touch with the promotion chasing sides while it will have boosted Josef as his side looks to lock horns at the top end of the table.
These Charming Men won a close encounter against Alsancak F.C by the odd goal in five as they continued to turn their season round. It was a game which saw a very high standard of finishing as fans most definitely got their money’s worth. Strangely, it was an own goal which opened the scoring as Stephen Julius put through his own net to give TCM a 1-0 advantage. In truth, they were worthy of their half-time lead as they had the better of their visitors. The second-half proved to be an altogether different 45, though, as Alsancak turned the game on its head. Kenny Acton was the instigator as he struck from distance on 53 minutes before setting up Deano Elmes in the 67th to put them 2-1 ahead and leave TCM reeling. RDCM has his side well-drilled despite any setbacks they might encounter and they quickly regrouped to level following a good header by Mauricio Capdevila. Urged on by their home support they pushed forward and were rewarded on 88 minutes by a Loran Rajabi effort from distance which secured the win despite Jon Turnball receiving his marching orders in injury-time. The result sees both teams on 13 points and they will definitely be focusing on a promotion tilt with so many teams grouped together.
The Glory Hornets themselves had a tough 1-1 draw with Grey Area with the away side just about edging proceedings. The first-half saw Area produce some good football in fashioning three openings but they couldn’t find a cutting edge which would have seen them go in ahead at the interval. Glory Hornets were struggling for their best stuff and encountered further problems with an injury to Seth Eaves on 49 minutes. Two minutes later and they were behind as Geoffrey Stiles headed in a Julian Dempsey cross for a 1-0 advantage and nothing more than they deserved. The response from the home side was to be excellent, though, and on 57 minutes they were level; Eustace North providing the width and delivering a fine cross for Burt Judd, who had come on as a substitute for the unfortunate Eaves, to head home. Area were to suffer injury problems too as Frederik Smit took a knock which will keep him out for a week or so. Carfin was impressed by the performance and claims his side are ‘improving by the game’ and ‘didn’t deserve to only draw this one.’ The Hornets remain tough to beat and sitting in fourth can be happy with how the season is progressing.
Chelsea have been left managerless while Jamma looks to fund his next VIP experience and they didn’t enjoy their trip to wortley afc and were hammered 6-0. The home side couldn’t have asked for easier opponents and were dominant from the moment Brandon Hiller netted the opener on 11 minutes. Quincy Bowey doubled the lead on 20 minutes with a super long range effort and Hiller pouched his second on 26 minutes from inside the area. The second-half carried on in the same manner with Walter Willock helping himself to a hat-trick. His first was a header a minute after the restart and with a cracking strike from distance he had a brace on 54 minutes. Brandon Hiller was to fluff his lines for a treble with a dreadful penalty but wortley had their sixth when Willock calmly finished his third after being set-up by Alex Jamieson. The triumph has wortley happily placed in second with Chelsea bottom after their eighth loss in eight games.
Portsmouth moved into the last promotion spot by beating The Posh 1-0 at the Stadium. They largely controlled a game that never reached any sort of heights and in keeping with it their front three performed poorly to mean only a narrow victory would be their reward. The goal came early in the match, following a Craig Elliott corner which fell to Marzuki Nugraha who beat Tipton in goal. Four more chances came and went for Pompey but they were never really threatened at the other end and picked up three valuable points which keeps Lewis on target for the promotion he dearly wants. The Posh remain in eleventh and their season continues to be one of underachievement, despite this their fans will still turn out for their next match against These Charming Men.
London Gunners returned to winning ways with a good 2-0 home victory against Northwich Victoria. It was a worthy triumph for the home side as they created many good chances throughout the game and but for a poor display in the forward line-up would surely have won by more. In an opening half where they created five chances the Gunners will have been amazed and annoyed to have gone in at 0-0, a score that will have pleased Victoria albeit not the manner in which it was achieved. The second-half was threatening to be similarly frustrating for the hosts until they finally made the breakthrough with time running out. Dan Parkinson was the hero as he latched onto a Gunvald Fahlgren pass and made no mistake in finishing past Sigurdsen in goal. When a penalty was dispatched in the 89th minute by Petrus Normqvist the relief was tangible around the ground. The defeat sees Victoria start to lose touch with the promotion chasing sides while it will have boosted Josef as his side looks to lock horns at the top end of the table.
These Charming Men won a close encounter against Alsancak F.C by the odd goal in five as they continued to turn their season round. It was a game which saw a very high standard of finishing as fans most definitely got their money’s worth. Strangely, it was an own goal which opened the scoring as Stephen Julius put through his own net to give TCM a 1-0 advantage. In truth, they were worthy of their half-time lead as they had the better of their visitors. The second-half proved to be an altogether different 45, though, as Alsancak turned the game on its head. Kenny Acton was the instigator as he struck from distance on 53 minutes before setting up Deano Elmes in the 67th to put them 2-1 ahead and leave TCM reeling. RDCM has his side well-drilled despite any setbacks they might encounter and they quickly regrouped to level following a good header by Mauricio Capdevila. Urged on by their home support they pushed forward and were rewarded on 88 minutes by a Loran Rajabi effort from distance which secured the win despite Jon Turnball receiving his marching orders in injury-time. The result sees both teams on 13 points and they will definitely be focusing on a promotion tilt with so many teams grouped together.
Youth Does It Again, At Cedar Road!
F.C. Greatness entertain there great reveals form Division 1 last AFC Stanley, at Cedar Road.
AFC Stanley have got off to a good start in the league, as Greatness have struggled at times, but can Greatness over come the odds like there dramatic end to last season.
The teams line up, and a surpize start for Paolo Serena, who as been in trouble for his antic's this week. With Benfari injury, super teen Mario Balotelli get his second chance of the season. can he produce the goals like he did in his debut.
The game got of in a heated start as Oliver Trower got injured for Stanely as Fabio Cannavaro went in to him hard.
5 mins later Fabio Cannavaro was booked for a trip, but from this Stanely scored a curler of a free-kick from Matts Wallman, Greatness crowd stood in silence. 1-0 to Stanely at half time.
Greatness needed to come out fighting, amd they did as Greatness born and bread player Fabrizio Colluato scores a belter from all the way out of 35 yards. The crowd went mental.
And 10 mins before the end Paolo Serena crossed a quick, low ball in the penalty area has Mario Balotelli pokes into the corner of the goal. GGGGOOOOOAAAAAALL! The 17 year old as gone it again, its going to be hard leaving him out of the side. Greatness win 2-1 to the fans join!
Player Paolo Serena spoke after the game!"What a win, against a great team............................... Mario's second game and he's producing the goods in front of goal, for 17 its scary!!! were going to enjoy the win and gives us some breathing space in the table!
"What action did the club take after your antics?"Well I made a big mistake, which I deeply regret........... I have been spoken to by the Manager and he as punished my with a fine, which I can not go into details. Just glad I can contribute to one of the goals to so my commitment!"
AFC Stanley have got off to a good start in the league, as Greatness have struggled at times, but can Greatness over come the odds like there dramatic end to last season.
The teams line up, and a surpize start for Paolo Serena, who as been in trouble for his antic's this week. With Benfari injury, super teen Mario Balotelli get his second chance of the season. can he produce the goals like he did in his debut.
The game got of in a heated start as Oliver Trower got injured for Stanely as Fabio Cannavaro went in to him hard.
5 mins later Fabio Cannavaro was booked for a trip, but from this Stanely scored a curler of a free-kick from Matts Wallman, Greatness crowd stood in silence. 1-0 to Stanely at half time.
Greatness needed to come out fighting, amd they did as Greatness born and bread player Fabrizio Colluato scores a belter from all the way out of 35 yards. The crowd went mental.
And 10 mins before the end Paolo Serena crossed a quick, low ball in the penalty area has Mario Balotelli pokes into the corner of the goal. GGGGOOOOOAAAAAALL! The 17 year old as gone it again, its going to be hard leaving him out of the side. Greatness win 2-1 to the fans join!
Player Paolo Serena spoke after the game!"What a win, against a great team............................... Mario's second game and he's producing the goods in front of goal, for 17 its scary!!! were going to enjoy the win and gives us some breathing space in the table!
"What action did the club take after your antics?"Well I made a big mistake, which I deeply regret........... I have been spoken to by the Manager and he as punished my with a fine, which I can not go into details. Just glad I can contribute to one of the goals to so my commitment!"
Another Injury For Stanley
Stanley lost influential captain Oliver Trower for the next 3 matches following a serious injury in yesterdays 2-1 defeat to FC Greatness , despite taking the lead Stanley looked a different side from recent weeks and never got going against a well organised Greatness side.
Manager Markham said " It was just one of those days yesterday and hopefully a one off , we could not string 2 passes together and kept losing possession , from scraping the post with a header from Kaskinen which would have made it 2-0, Greatness go down the other end and equalise then there winner is a miss-hit which could have gone anywhere but found the back of our net , i knew then it was not our day. Take nothing away from Greatness they are a good team with a good manager and seem to be our bogey team at the minute
Manager Markham said " It was just one of those days yesterday and hopefully a one off , we could not string 2 passes together and kept losing possession , from scraping the post with a header from Kaskinen which would have made it 2-0, Greatness go down the other end and equalise then there winner is a miss-hit which could have gone anywhere but found the back of our net , i knew then it was not our day. Take nothing away from Greatness they are a good team with a good manager and seem to be our bogey team at the minute
Boss happy again
Tranmere boss admitted he was a happy man again after Tranmere's 2-1 win over Reggae Reggae Sauce Baz said " It's been a tough month form wise but we seem to be heading in the right direction i don't like to praise players to much but new signning Victor Duvivier was awesome today he might be 33 but he's got that spark i like in my players with Santos FC up next it's going to be 1 very tough game the lads know what they have to do " Baz also stated Roque Guiterrez didnt take his chance and was dropped against Reggae Raggae Sauce due to him being on the transfer list.
Thundercats rebound yet again
The thundercats have done it again...after a puzzling defeat..manager meelas took no chance with yorkshires amateurs and managed his team to a 3-0 victory...however....sadly dere is a however...hun haters is on his tail yet again...in season 2 he wz dere...n now season 3 hez here again...with 2pts behind meelas in 1st place..however hun haters has the chance to put meelas out of 1st for the 1st time dis season if he wins his next fixture in his home ground against meelas....can he do it?...well here is the facts..meelas' last 2away fixtures..defeat...no matter hw good his tactics, how great his team played..he somhow managed to lose...will it be 3 away defeats in 3?....only time can tell....
Lay All Your Bets On Me
I wasn't jealous before we met
Now every team I play is a potential threat
And I'm possessive, it isn't nice
You've heard me saying that cheat and bruise are my only vice
But now it isn't true
Now everything is new
My top 3 place has overturned
I beg of you
Don't go wasting all your econ
Lay all your bets on me
It was like shooting a sitting duck
A few good tackles, a goal and bugger I was stuck
I still don't know what you've done to me
A top 3 team should never lose so easily
I feel a kind of fear
When I don't have a beer
Unsatisfied, I start to stride
I beg you dear
Don't go wasting all your econ
Lay all your bets on me
Don't go sharing your devotion
Lay all your bets on me
I've had a few punts at Betfair
They didn't last very long and they've been pretty scarce
I used to think that was sensible
It makes the truth even more incomprehensible
'Cause everything is new
And everything is you
My top 3 place has overturned
What can I do
Don't go wasting all your econ
Lay all your bets on me
Don't go sharing your devotion
Lay all your bets on me
Now every team I play is a potential threat
And I'm possessive, it isn't nice
You've heard me saying that cheat and bruise are my only vice
But now it isn't true
Now everything is new
My top 3 place has overturned
I beg of you
Don't go wasting all your econ
Lay all your bets on me
It was like shooting a sitting duck
A few good tackles, a goal and bugger I was stuck
I still don't know what you've done to me
A top 3 team should never lose so easily
I feel a kind of fear
When I don't have a beer
Unsatisfied, I start to stride
I beg you dear
Don't go wasting all your econ
Lay all your bets on me
Don't go sharing your devotion
Lay all your bets on me
I've had a few punts at Betfair
They didn't last very long and they've been pretty scarce
I used to think that was sensible
It makes the truth even more incomprehensible
'Cause everything is new
And everything is you
My top 3 place has overturned
What can I do
Don't go wasting all your econ
Lay all your bets on me
Don't go sharing your devotion
Lay all your bets on me
5 star Strollers
West Brom Strollers hit 5 to sink Juventus.
West Brom flew out of the blocks Willie Johnston (a late addition to the starting 11), scoring twice in the opening 3 minutes the first a scorching long range drive, the second a deft header from a Lee Hughes cross.It didnt take long for Strollers to extend the lead further, Richard Sneeks heading past the keeper in the 17th. Things calmed down for the remainder of the first half and Strollers went in 3-0.The second half wasa much more even contest but it was again Strollers who tool their chances 'Super' Bobby Taylor scoring from close range. Juventus grabbed a deserved consolation Goal in the 85th, Orlan Cantino letting fly from way out to stun the stranded Carson.Willie Johnston finished where he started completing his hat trick in the 89th.
Johnstone the wing wizard spoke to the press "it was only a few minutes before kick off i new i was playing, Cunny (Lawrie Cunningham) should have started, but the gaffer changed his mind and asked me to do my stuff"
Dinkydave commented "something just wasn't right, it was playing on my mind. Cunnys a great player with a massive future at this club, but i just felt at the last minute we needed a bit of experience, obviously my decision was justified. Its another good win and its nice to see us scoring"
Strollers had 5 players named in the division X11 Midfield trio Robson, Sneekes and Hat trick hero Johnston, Super Bob and the ever present Darren 'Big Dave' Moore.
West Brom flew out of the blocks Willie Johnston (a late addition to the starting 11), scoring twice in the opening 3 minutes the first a scorching long range drive, the second a deft header from a Lee Hughes cross.It didnt take long for Strollers to extend the lead further, Richard Sneeks heading past the keeper in the 17th. Things calmed down for the remainder of the first half and Strollers went in 3-0.The second half wasa much more even contest but it was again Strollers who tool their chances 'Super' Bobby Taylor scoring from close range. Juventus grabbed a deserved consolation Goal in the 85th, Orlan Cantino letting fly from way out to stun the stranded Carson.Willie Johnston finished where he started completing his hat trick in the 89th.
Johnstone the wing wizard spoke to the press "it was only a few minutes before kick off i new i was playing, Cunny (Lawrie Cunningham) should have started, but the gaffer changed his mind and asked me to do my stuff"
Dinkydave commented "something just wasn't right, it was playing on my mind. Cunnys a great player with a massive future at this club, but i just felt at the last minute we needed a bit of experience, obviously my decision was justified. Its another good win and its nice to see us scoring"
Strollers had 5 players named in the division X11 Midfield trio Robson, Sneekes and Hat trick hero Johnston, Super Bob and the ever present Darren 'Big Dave' Moore.
Sting In The Tail For Area
Grey Area used the array of bets against them in the xpert pools as added motivation to put on a performance away to Glory Hornets and found themselves unfortunate not to come away with all three points from the Yellow Brick Road.
"This is the best performance since I arrived at the club." said Area gaffer Carfin, The new boys seem to be settling in quite well and it was unfortunate to see young Smit take a sore one as he had hit the ground running.
The enforced signing of a replacement keeper was far from ideal and all Snape had to do all afternoon was pick the ball out of the net as Hornets scored with their only chance on target. Let's just say I'm far from happy with the goalkeeping position just now.
Our goal was well worked and big Geoff got up well to nod home. I'm pleased for the big guy as he has been leading the way in training since I got here.
And can I say that I'm pleased to get the manager of the round award despite not getting all three points. We knew how the Hornets were going to setup and were ready for them. Now we need to kick on and go and get three points at Northwich Victoria. We are more than capable."
"This is the best performance since I arrived at the club." said Area gaffer Carfin, The new boys seem to be settling in quite well and it was unfortunate to see young Smit take a sore one as he had hit the ground running.
The enforced signing of a replacement keeper was far from ideal and all Snape had to do all afternoon was pick the ball out of the net as Hornets scored with their only chance on target. Let's just say I'm far from happy with the goalkeeping position just now.
Our goal was well worked and big Geoff got up well to nod home. I'm pleased for the big guy as he has been leading the way in training since I got here.
And can I say that I'm pleased to get the manager of the round award despite not getting all three points. We knew how the Hornets were going to setup and were ready for them. Now we need to kick on and go and get three points at Northwich Victoria. We are more than capable."
White Hawk FC Shot Down
Morley Town produced a breathtaking display to defeat White Hawk FC at the White Stadium tonight, the win moved Morley up to fifth and above their vanquished opponents.
Christopher Love scored his third goal in three games since joining Town after only two minutes, Love sidefooting home from Robredo's cross. Love though was stretchered off 7 minutes later but his injury is not thought to be serious and he should be fit for Fridays match against Los Samgeles Kings.
White Hawk had a glorious chance to equalise but Dharmsingh shot striaght at Zubeldia, White Hawk did equalise on 26 minutes through Adan Donahue. Donahue picked upon Nageswar's pass to rifle a shot in the back of the net from distance.
A lightening counter attack from Town led to their second goal, Val Sheridan's long ball was picked up by his defensive partner Keiron Sedgemore who finished like a seasoned striker. Two minutes later and Morley added a third, Love's replacement Arnãutu collected a pass from Farrell and unleashed a piledriver from long range which flew past the despairing dive of Dankoi.
The second half was an incredibly tight affair with Morley looking to nullify the threat from White Hawk. Surprisingly White Hawk looked devoid of ideas and provided little threat to the resolute Town defence.
Morley will be hoping they can extend their recent run of form against Los Samgeles Kings at Scatcherd Park on Friday evening.
Christopher Love scored his third goal in three games since joining Town after only two minutes, Love sidefooting home from Robredo's cross. Love though was stretchered off 7 minutes later but his injury is not thought to be serious and he should be fit for Fridays match against Los Samgeles Kings.
White Hawk had a glorious chance to equalise but Dharmsingh shot striaght at Zubeldia, White Hawk did equalise on 26 minutes through Adan Donahue. Donahue picked upon Nageswar's pass to rifle a shot in the back of the net from distance.
A lightening counter attack from Town led to their second goal, Val Sheridan's long ball was picked up by his defensive partner Keiron Sedgemore who finished like a seasoned striker. Two minutes later and Morley added a third, Love's replacement Arnãutu collected a pass from Farrell and unleashed a piledriver from long range which flew past the despairing dive of Dankoi.
The second half was an incredibly tight affair with Morley looking to nullify the threat from White Hawk. Surprisingly White Hawk looked devoid of ideas and provided little threat to the resolute Town defence.
Morley will be hoping they can extend their recent run of form against Los Samgeles Kings at Scatcherd Park on Friday evening.
Teenage Boom for Totaal
Totaalvoetbal finally found their touch in front of goal as they defeated Marseille 3-1 at the MVB Arena.
In front of a packed house the hosts had undergone a troubled start which culminated with Ritchie Morgan shooting home to give Marseille a 1-0 advantage.
Pierre van Diemen relieved the tension just before half-time with a quality equaliser and despite Marseille having a goal disallowed at the beginning of the second-half Totaal were to dominate from this point on.
With the hosts boasting a very youthful midfield due to Juffing going off injured the outcome might have been in the balance but it wasn’t to matter.
17-year-old Richard van Mosen delivered a fabulous corner for Shirsh Vajpayee to shoot the hosts into a lead and then Allan Akerboom marked his debut with a super header to confirm the victory.
The game began quietly and despite Juffing having a drive which went just wide the home side were struggling for rhythm.
Marseille, once more choosing not to pick any substitutes, scored with their first attack of the game. Dudley Bennington was to be the creator as he fed in a ball for Ritchie Morgan to finish with a well-taken volley.
The home crowd were looking for something to get them involved and Raymond Putnam may well have changed the momentum in the game. With a crunching challenge he picked up a booking but also gave Peyton a knock that may have been too bad to continue if he had the option to be substituted.
Seizing on this determination by Putnam, Totaal began to dominate and were to equalise before the break. Horacio Metelo was revelling in his playmaking role and he crossed for van Diemen to produce a breathtaking finish which saw a visible lift in his teammate’s confidence.
The second-half started with a poor elbow by Andy Hardy which resulted in Johan Juffing going off with concussion. His replacement was Allan Akerboom who only this week had been promoted from the youth set-up.
With so many youngsters on the field van Diemen all of a sudden took on the role of a more experienced head even at the tender age of 20. It was one of his headers that nearly put Totaal in front but a good save from Dion Rossell thwarted him.
Marseille were struggling in the game but from a breakaway move they would have taken the lead but for a clear offside.
The rest of the game took on the feel of a training ground regime with attack v defence being the theme as Totaal bombed Marseille at every available opportunity.
They were to take the lead on 61 minutes as van Mosen delivered an in-swinging corner which Vajpayee dispatched smartly with a side-foot finish.
The home side were now being roared on by a home crowd who had waited a while for their champions to give them a performance like this. Putnam once more was the focus of their attention as he drove down the wing and delivered a low cross which caused mayhem in the visiting defence. Sensing the confusing Akerboom launched himself at the ball and produced a thumping diving header which left Rossell beaten.
With the game beyond doubt Totaal had chances to extend their lead but Metelo and van Mosen both wasted their moments and 3-1 was to be the final score.
“It’s a big win for us.” said Meeblind.
“Cathal seems to have taken his eye off the ball but we needed to make sure we took advantage and with so many youngsters it isn’t always guaranteed that you’ll be able to.
“Thankfully they have stood up and we have got a vital three points ahead of some massive matches. We now play three of the four best teams in the league and any points will be a bonus for us.
“Dan will want his side to bounce back quickly after their disappointment today and we have to stand up to their quality. That’s not going to be easy.”
In front of a packed house the hosts had undergone a troubled start which culminated with Ritchie Morgan shooting home to give Marseille a 1-0 advantage.
Pierre van Diemen relieved the tension just before half-time with a quality equaliser and despite Marseille having a goal disallowed at the beginning of the second-half Totaal were to dominate from this point on.
With the hosts boasting a very youthful midfield due to Juffing going off injured the outcome might have been in the balance but it wasn’t to matter.
17-year-old Richard van Mosen delivered a fabulous corner for Shirsh Vajpayee to shoot the hosts into a lead and then Allan Akerboom marked his debut with a super header to confirm the victory.
The game began quietly and despite Juffing having a drive which went just wide the home side were struggling for rhythm.
Marseille, once more choosing not to pick any substitutes, scored with their first attack of the game. Dudley Bennington was to be the creator as he fed in a ball for Ritchie Morgan to finish with a well-taken volley.
The home crowd were looking for something to get them involved and Raymond Putnam may well have changed the momentum in the game. With a crunching challenge he picked up a booking but also gave Peyton a knock that may have been too bad to continue if he had the option to be substituted.
Seizing on this determination by Putnam, Totaal began to dominate and were to equalise before the break. Horacio Metelo was revelling in his playmaking role and he crossed for van Diemen to produce a breathtaking finish which saw a visible lift in his teammate’s confidence.
The second-half started with a poor elbow by Andy Hardy which resulted in Johan Juffing going off with concussion. His replacement was Allan Akerboom who only this week had been promoted from the youth set-up.
With so many youngsters on the field van Diemen all of a sudden took on the role of a more experienced head even at the tender age of 20. It was one of his headers that nearly put Totaal in front but a good save from Dion Rossell thwarted him.
Marseille were struggling in the game but from a breakaway move they would have taken the lead but for a clear offside.
The rest of the game took on the feel of a training ground regime with attack v defence being the theme as Totaal bombed Marseille at every available opportunity.
They were to take the lead on 61 minutes as van Mosen delivered an in-swinging corner which Vajpayee dispatched smartly with a side-foot finish.
The home side were now being roared on by a home crowd who had waited a while for their champions to give them a performance like this. Putnam once more was the focus of their attention as he drove down the wing and delivered a low cross which caused mayhem in the visiting defence. Sensing the confusing Akerboom launched himself at the ball and produced a thumping diving header which left Rossell beaten.
With the game beyond doubt Totaal had chances to extend their lead but Metelo and van Mosen both wasted their moments and 3-1 was to be the final score.
“It’s a big win for us.” said Meeblind.
“Cathal seems to have taken his eye off the ball but we needed to make sure we took advantage and with so many youngsters it isn’t always guaranteed that you’ll be able to.
“Thankfully they have stood up and we have got a vital three points ahead of some massive matches. We now play three of the four best teams in the league and any points will be a bonus for us.
“Dan will want his side to bounce back quickly after their disappointment today and we have to stand up to their quality. That’s not going to be easy.”
Worst Ever
This is the worst ever result Pahang United ever got since been here from day one. They lose 5-0 tonight but this is what they have to accept. BIG loser.
I don't have enough defenders for today's match. We only got 4 players at defenders and the other 2 players were still injured and suspended a match for red card. We also have to play more careful to avoid anymore injury problems and this is what we got. I'm a bit surprised and i really hope that this kinda results won't be with us again.
We must get back our 3 points at Padang MPK later on...
I don't have enough defenders for today's match. We only got 4 players at defenders and the other 2 players were still injured and suspended a match for red card. We also have to play more careful to avoid anymore injury problems and this is what we got. I'm a bit surprised and i really hope that this kinda results won't be with us again.
We must get back our 3 points at Padang MPK later on...
Mmmmmmmm... egg.
The Mexican Mafia are celebrating tonight after they received a fried egg on their hot-o-meter today.
That is now 5 wins on the trot. However, that isn't the most impressive stat under Jimmy's belt. That is now 14 matches unbeaten.
The good run was extended tonight after a 5-0 win at home to Pahang United. It took a mere 9 minutes before the Mexican Mafia were ahead, Elvis MacCaran scoring his 6th in his first 3 matches for the club. Delpiano got the assist. On the 20th minute mark, midfielder Cervantes produced a spectacular long range shot that bet keeper Uncle Hussain. Isamura made it 3 one minute before the break, Delpiano assisting his second.
Demetrio Delpiano, club legend, was to be the star of the second half, scoring two in 10 minutes.
5-0 was the final score.
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"Not only did we keep a clean sheet, but we didn't allow United a single chance. I am very chuft" said Jimmy.
"We are on a tremendous run, but we are not allowing complacency to set in. We are aware we have some tougher matches coming up. We play West Brom Strollers in a few weeks, that could turn out to be the league decider."
/JIMMY.
That is now 5 wins on the trot. However, that isn't the most impressive stat under Jimmy's belt. That is now 14 matches unbeaten.
The good run was extended tonight after a 5-0 win at home to Pahang United. It took a mere 9 minutes before the Mexican Mafia were ahead, Elvis MacCaran scoring his 6th in his first 3 matches for the club. Delpiano got the assist. On the 20th minute mark, midfielder Cervantes produced a spectacular long range shot that bet keeper Uncle Hussain. Isamura made it 3 one minute before the break, Delpiano assisting his second.
Demetrio Delpiano, club legend, was to be the star of the second half, scoring two in 10 minutes.
5-0 was the final score.
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"Not only did we keep a clean sheet, but we didn't allow United a single chance. I am very chuft" said Jimmy.
"We are on a tremendous run, but we are not allowing complacency to set in. We are aware we have some tougher matches coming up. We play West Brom Strollers in a few weeks, that could turn out to be the league decider."
/JIMMY.
MANAGER V PLAYER
Abraham Conway was heard to be abusive about the manager after a recent game.
When asked to apologise the player said 'no not what you going to do about it'
The manager went up to his office and brought Abraham Conway contract with him. He was again asked for an apology, again he refused.
His contract was then ripped up and thrown at him by the manager and he was escorted from the training ground by security guards.
Anyone else think they want to disrespect me shouted mickeymoose
Not one player ushered a word.
When asked to apologise the player said 'no not what you going to do about it'
The manager went up to his office and brought Abraham Conway contract with him. He was again asked for an apology, again he refused.
His contract was then ripped up and thrown at him by the manager and he was escorted from the training ground by security guards.
Anyone else think they want to disrespect me shouted mickeymoose
Not one player ushered a word.
Axe Set To Fall On Jody Allen
There are rumours circulating Doon The Park that Area manager Carfin has fired Allen after the three skilled reserve keeper 'sold' the jerseys against league leaders Wandsworth FC.
Carfin was said to be privately furious with the backup man despite publicly stating it was "early days" for his team. He expected his team to take something from the match and the way they dominated the ball against a team with a 100% record bodes well for the future.
However Allen has no future at the club and there have insinuations that he may have bet against his own club on the xpert pools, although these reports are unconfirmed at the moment.
More as we have it.
Carfin was said to be privately furious with the backup man despite publicly stating it was "early days" for his team. He expected his team to take something from the match and the way they dominated the ball against a team with a 100% record bodes well for the future.
However Allen has no future at the club and there have insinuations that he may have bet against his own club on the xpert pools, although these reports are unconfirmed at the moment.
More as we have it.
I have a bad team
BUT who cares Im am going to wembley with the mighty blues
EVERTON to beat Chelsea
another hard game but we have already beaten
Man utd (top)
Liverpool (2nd)
Aston Villa (5th)
now just the team in 3rd to go.
Cant say we are doing it the easy way.
I know its nothing to do with the league but Im just sooooooooo happy.
EVERTON to beat Chelsea
another hard game but we have already beaten
Man utd (top)
Liverpool (2nd)
Aston Villa (5th)
now just the team in 3rd to go.
Cant say we are doing it the easy way.
I know its nothing to do with the league but Im just sooooooooo happy.
Deadlock
Yorkshire Amateurs drew 1-1 with Hun Haters in their clash earlier this week. The game couldn’t have been more evenly matched with both sides creating four chances and scoring 1 goal apiece.
After a disappointing defeat at St Omer last time out manager Danlufc13 was keen to avoid a second successive defeat and opted to go for three strikers and it was record signing Caviedes who continued to repay his hefty price tag with a well taken goal.
New signing Armand Gomah has now signed in for just over 3 million econ and it is hoped he can help take the weight off of Caviedes shoulders. Danlufc13 said, “Armand is a player I’ve been tracking for a while, he’s a bright, intelligent boy and I expect him to complement Amadeo perfectly”.
After a disappointing defeat at St Omer last time out manager Danlufc13 was keen to avoid a second successive defeat and opted to go for three strikers and it was record signing Caviedes who continued to repay his hefty price tag with a well taken goal.
New signing Armand Gomah has now signed in for just over 3 million econ and it is hoped he can help take the weight off of Caviedes shoulders. Danlufc13 said, “Armand is a player I’ve been tracking for a while, he’s a bright, intelligent boy and I expect him to complement Amadeo perfectly”.
Win Comes At A Price
Stanley made it 3 wins in a row with a 2-0 home win over St Omer , this could have been a tricky game for Stanley but in the end it was a thoroughly professional performance from Markham`s team .
The victory came at a price with a bad injury to striker Garry Molseley who will miss the next 4 matches, this could prove costly in there quest for the title. Although Molseleys replacement Alan Martindale only took 4 minutes to take his chance to open the scoring with well place header, Stanley wrapped after 69 minutes with free kick from Matts Wallman.
Next up is a tough away match at old rivals FC Greatness , where Stanley will be hoping to add to there unbeaten run.
The victory came at a price with a bad injury to striker Garry Molseley who will miss the next 4 matches, this could prove costly in there quest for the title. Although Molseleys replacement Alan Martindale only took 4 minutes to take his chance to open the scoring with well place header, Stanley wrapped after 69 minutes with free kick from Matts Wallman.
Next up is a tough away match at old rivals FC Greatness , where Stanley will be hoping to add to there unbeaten run.
Big money :)
Niilo pieksanen 21 yrs and skilled 4 was sold at last. After beeing transferlisted 15 times some smart guy offered 53.340 econs and the deal was sealed :)
Don't know if I ever will list a single player that many times for so little cash anymore but money is always money :)
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Don't know if I ever will list a single player that many times for so little cash anymore but money is always money :)
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Promotion Unlikely
Despite sitting in 3rd place in Division 2 after a 2-0 win over Kroklund Kings, Potsdamerplatz was quick to talk down the club's promotion hopes.
"We have a young squad all on excellent form and my priority has to be another good Change Report rather than promotion" he said
"Yes, I know this sounds crazy but when you've got 5 or 6 players all under the age of 21 on average form of 17-19 then double jumps suddenly stop becoming dreams and are a very real possibility"
Next season we should have one of the best squads in the entire league and then can focus on a promotion challenge.
"We have a young squad all on excellent form and my priority has to be another good Change Report rather than promotion" he said
"Yes, I know this sounds crazy but when you've got 5 or 6 players all under the age of 21 on average form of 17-19 then double jumps suddenly stop becoming dreams and are a very real possibility"
Next season we should have one of the best squads in the entire league and then can focus on a promotion challenge.
Keep Strollin' Strollin Strollin'
West Brom Strollers ground out another win to remain unbeated in Division 1.They left it late with golas in the 83rd and 85th minute from Cyrille Regis and Willie Johnston. Strollers were helped by the fact United had Giggs sent off after half time.
Strollers again dominated the X11 with 7 players included including Moore and Robson maintaining their 100% showing (Moore again X11 captain). Sneekes, Brown, Regis, Statham and Carson the others.
Manager Dinkydave commented "we've had a good start and at the moment their only seems 2 teams in it, but we know it a long season and we're taking nothing for granted. The players are playing well and i'm enjoying the football we're producing"
Strollers again dominated the X11 with 7 players included including Moore and Robson maintaining their 100% showing (Moore again X11 captain). Sneekes, Brown, Regis, Statham and Carson the others.
Manager Dinkydave commented "we've had a good start and at the moment their only seems 2 teams in it, but we know it a long season and we're taking nothing for granted. The players are playing well and i'm enjoying the football we're producing"
Class, What Have We Learned Today?
It seems three things are certain in life: death, taxes, and Santos defensive lapses. It was an avid affair at Estádio do Deus, with AFC Stanley pulling off a miraculous comeback to win in a 5-4 thriller. The match was end to end, with both sides opting to play offensively. Santos were sitting on a 2-0 lead at half-time, but the game turned tides when defender Ray Goddard had to be taken off due to injury. The 70th minute period was catastrophic for Santos, allowing a shocking 5 goals within the span of 18 minutes.
At the end of the game, in the team locker room, manager Sean7 was seen throwing a boot at defender Yogender Pragurd, and lambasting the team for their defensive effort. The manager's behaviour had slight shades a certain Alex Ferguson, officials remarked. Coming out of the door, he quickly went to the press table to offer some insight.
“Full credit to AFC Stanley, after the injury, they didn't give up, and showed proper heart to clinch the victory. This will definitely be on MOTW. I thought Afonso, Winnerljung and Alshammar played a blinder. Ribeiro is also developing well.”
Before leaving, Sean had one final piece of insight.
“How the heck are we tied for most goals scored in the league, yet dwell at the bottom of the standings!? Atrocious defending, that’s what. Well, at least the fans got their money’s worth.”
He was last seen driving off speedily into the night. One thing is for sure, Santos will not give up this type of lead again. Many believe that after recent events, Sean7 will re-change his playing philosophy from Arsene Wenger-attacking-football, to Mourinho defensive long-ball. Only time will tell.
At the end of the game, in the team locker room, manager Sean7 was seen throwing a boot at defender Yogender Pragurd, and lambasting the team for their defensive effort. The manager's behaviour had slight shades a certain Alex Ferguson, officials remarked. Coming out of the door, he quickly went to the press table to offer some insight.
“Full credit to AFC Stanley, after the injury, they didn't give up, and showed proper heart to clinch the victory. This will definitely be on MOTW. I thought Afonso, Winnerljung and Alshammar played a blinder. Ribeiro is also developing well.”
Before leaving, Sean had one final piece of insight.
“How the heck are we tied for most goals scored in the league, yet dwell at the bottom of the standings!? Atrocious defending, that’s what. Well, at least the fans got their money’s worth.”
He was last seen driving off speedily into the night. One thing is for sure, Santos will not give up this type of lead again. Many believe that after recent events, Sean7 will re-change his playing philosophy from Arsene Wenger-attacking-football, to Mourinho defensive long-ball. Only time will tell.
5 Star Stanley Never Say Die
This match must go down as one of the greatest in the short history of the RM Invitational , Stanley were 3-0 down with only 19 minutess left and seemed no way back , Santos`s superb forward line were running riot as it seemed everything they touched turned to gold.
But Stanley would not lie down as Markham 33 rallied his troops as they kept pressing Santos and got there reward with an amazing 4 goal blast in 11 minutes , suddenly from being 3-0 down Stanley were 4-3 up, Santos`s heads had dropped and 4-3 soon bacame 5-3 , the lucky fans here could not believe what they were witnessing , the scoring was not finished there , Santos made it 5-4 with almost the last kick of the match to set up a nervy last few seconds.
At the final whistle Stanleys players reaction was as if there had won the league as they sank to there feet i dont think even they could believe it.
Manager Markham33 told the waiting press " i`m so proud of the lads they kept going still believing right to the end , the fitness level of the team was superb , i`m never happy conceeding 4 goals , but they have one of the best forward lines in the league and will always score goals against you , but it showed today on our day we are a match for anyone and will always be dangerous going forward ourselves , confidence is sky high in the dressing room right now , no one will be looking forward to playing us "
But Stanley would not lie down as Markham 33 rallied his troops as they kept pressing Santos and got there reward with an amazing 4 goal blast in 11 minutes , suddenly from being 3-0 down Stanley were 4-3 up, Santos`s heads had dropped and 4-3 soon bacame 5-3 , the lucky fans here could not believe what they were witnessing , the scoring was not finished there , Santos made it 5-4 with almost the last kick of the match to set up a nervy last few seconds.
At the final whistle Stanleys players reaction was as if there had won the league as they sank to there feet i dont think even they could believe it.
Manager Markham33 told the waiting press " i`m so proud of the lads they kept going still believing right to the end , the fitness level of the team was superb , i`m never happy conceeding 4 goals , but they have one of the best forward lines in the league and will always score goals against you , but it showed today on our day we are a match for anyone and will always be dangerous going forward ourselves , confidence is sky high in the dressing room right now , no one will be looking forward to playing us "
Honours Even at Top
Hun Haters and Yorkshires Amateurs drew 1-1 in a top of the table clash at Scotlands Shame. Both sides didn’t give an inch in a tense encounter with both sides knowing that a defeat would give the other an advantage in the coming weeks. The goals came after the break with the game opening up in the latter stages. It was the home side who would strike the front as Iain Emery scored his 22nd goal in HH colours, ably assisted by the ever-reliable Finlay MaCleir. Yorkshires Amateurs have grown into a tough outfit under the tutelage of Danlufc13 and struck back almost immediately. Amadeo Caviedes continues to repay his transfer fee and with one fine strike from distance the game was locked up again. Neither side managed to fashion a winner in the remaining time but as both sides sit on 13 points and just two from top spot the draw might well have suited them both.
ThunderCats F.C missed the opportunity to stretch their lead by going down 1-0 in Marseille. Meelas will undoubtedly be massively disappointed by the result as not only was the goal from Marseille’s only chance, it was also a 94th minute penalty and it came after the home side had played almost the entire second-half with 10-men due to their manager’s decision not to name any subs. ThunderCats had the better of the chances throughout the game but just couldn’t find the breakthrough. Marseille were indebted to the quality performance of Cal Beardsley in defence and special mention to young ‘keeper Dion Rossell who belied his years with a quality performance. Petter Lundin was forced off with an injury as it looked Cathal’s decision to go without subs would backfire badly but ThunderCats still could not find a way past the home side’s rearguard. Then, in a slap of the face to all connected with the visitors, Sid Peyton was given the opportunity to slot home from the spot; making no mistake he delivered the three points to Marseille. The result sees the top end of the table become closer than ever with Marseille in fifth on 12 points only three behind ThunderCats’ total of 15 which tops the standings.
Also in the thick of things are AFC Stanley who disposed of St Omer with the minimum of fuss. Stanley did have an unfortunate start to the game as Garry Molseley was taken off injured and will be out until the beginning of next month. They didn’t let it break their concentration, though, and took the lead just four minutes later as Alan Martindale headed home on 15 minutes to deflate a young Omer. Omer really struggled to make an impact on the game as CT continues his rebuilding process but he will surely be heartened by the excellent form his side appear to be in. Whatever the future holds for Omer, though, they found themselves two behind following a Matts Wallman free-kick on 69 minutes and with Hessbo a mere spectator at the other end the game was over as a meaningful contest. The victory sees Stanley move into second and they will surely be sniffing a title challenge as their squad is up there with the best. Omer sit at the foot of the table but have shown already this season they can surprise opponents and may have a few stories to tell yet.
Recording their second win of the season, and in the process bouncing back from their heartbreaking 5-4 loss to Stanley, were Santos who dismissed F.C. Greatness 3-0. The game was one-sided from the start and you feared for the visiting side once chief marksman Martinus Benfari went off injured. Santos took a while to turn their superiority into goals but as Greatness tired the chances were taken. Adriano Ribeiro proved the difference with two headers in a nine-minute spell which rocked the visitors. His first came on 63 minutes to the relief of the home support and when he scored his second on 72 the crowd allowed themselves to relax, if only a little following their previous game. When Patricio Bento added number three the game was over as, unlike Stanley, Greatness were not playing well enough to trouble the home team. Greatness manager DC moaned, ‘Dennis Gyllenhielm suspended, Benfari injured and did I mention I lost 3-0? Can’t get any worse!’ Following the result, just two points separate the sides and with every side showing they’re capable of picking up results all is still to play for.
Reggae Reggae Sauce inflicted a second straight defeat on AC Milan with a 3-1 home win. In truth, Milan had chances in the game too but RRS were more clinical in front of the goal and, therefore, won the day. Derek Acorah netted the first on 20 minutes with a shot in the area and it was quickly two as Eddy Grant showed his class with an effort from some distance. When James Wade delivered a superb free-kick on 59 minutes the points were secure despite Elroy Burns giving Milan some respectability on 73 minutes. ‘Can’t believe it’ was the response from Milan manager MarkieRich who was bemused why his side didn’t take their chances after claiming their ‘form is okay.’ The sides sit on 9 points each in the middle of the table but Xpertelevener will clearly be the happier following this result.
Tranmere Rovers were the latest side to beat Totaalvoetbal as they gave their season a much needed boost. They had to overcome an injury to Leroy Upson but it was to work in their favour as sub Terrence Talbot came on to score the winning goal on 36 minutes following a breakaway move which cut through Totaal. Raymond Putnam had the best of the opportunities that came the visitors’ way but, unfortunately, struck the post with one chance and was caught offside when he did find the net. Tranmere were worthy victors as they continued to create the majority of chances and they will want to build on these three points as the table remains tight. Robin Meeblind expressed his disappointment at a ‘dreadfully poor display’ and will need to get his side going otherwise a long season fighting relegation will be on the cards.
ThunderCats F.C missed the opportunity to stretch their lead by going down 1-0 in Marseille. Meelas will undoubtedly be massively disappointed by the result as not only was the goal from Marseille’s only chance, it was also a 94th minute penalty and it came after the home side had played almost the entire second-half with 10-men due to their manager’s decision not to name any subs. ThunderCats had the better of the chances throughout the game but just couldn’t find the breakthrough. Marseille were indebted to the quality performance of Cal Beardsley in defence and special mention to young ‘keeper Dion Rossell who belied his years with a quality performance. Petter Lundin was forced off with an injury as it looked Cathal’s decision to go without subs would backfire badly but ThunderCats still could not find a way past the home side’s rearguard. Then, in a slap of the face to all connected with the visitors, Sid Peyton was given the opportunity to slot home from the spot; making no mistake he delivered the three points to Marseille. The result sees the top end of the table become closer than ever with Marseille in fifth on 12 points only three behind ThunderCats’ total of 15 which tops the standings.
Also in the thick of things are AFC Stanley who disposed of St Omer with the minimum of fuss. Stanley did have an unfortunate start to the game as Garry Molseley was taken off injured and will be out until the beginning of next month. They didn’t let it break their concentration, though, and took the lead just four minutes later as Alan Martindale headed home on 15 minutes to deflate a young Omer. Omer really struggled to make an impact on the game as CT continues his rebuilding process but he will surely be heartened by the excellent form his side appear to be in. Whatever the future holds for Omer, though, they found themselves two behind following a Matts Wallman free-kick on 69 minutes and with Hessbo a mere spectator at the other end the game was over as a meaningful contest. The victory sees Stanley move into second and they will surely be sniffing a title challenge as their squad is up there with the best. Omer sit at the foot of the table but have shown already this season they can surprise opponents and may have a few stories to tell yet.
Recording their second win of the season, and in the process bouncing back from their heartbreaking 5-4 loss to Stanley, were Santos who dismissed F.C. Greatness 3-0. The game was one-sided from the start and you feared for the visiting side once chief marksman Martinus Benfari went off injured. Santos took a while to turn their superiority into goals but as Greatness tired the chances were taken. Adriano Ribeiro proved the difference with two headers in a nine-minute spell which rocked the visitors. His first came on 63 minutes to the relief of the home support and when he scored his second on 72 the crowd allowed themselves to relax, if only a little following their previous game. When Patricio Bento added number three the game was over as, unlike Stanley, Greatness were not playing well enough to trouble the home team. Greatness manager DC moaned, ‘Dennis Gyllenhielm suspended, Benfari injured and did I mention I lost 3-0? Can’t get any worse!’ Following the result, just two points separate the sides and with every side showing they’re capable of picking up results all is still to play for.
Reggae Reggae Sauce inflicted a second straight defeat on AC Milan with a 3-1 home win. In truth, Milan had chances in the game too but RRS were more clinical in front of the goal and, therefore, won the day. Derek Acorah netted the first on 20 minutes with a shot in the area and it was quickly two as Eddy Grant showed his class with an effort from some distance. When James Wade delivered a superb free-kick on 59 minutes the points were secure despite Elroy Burns giving Milan some respectability on 73 minutes. ‘Can’t believe it’ was the response from Milan manager MarkieRich who was bemused why his side didn’t take their chances after claiming their ‘form is okay.’ The sides sit on 9 points each in the middle of the table but Xpertelevener will clearly be the happier following this result.
Tranmere Rovers were the latest side to beat Totaalvoetbal as they gave their season a much needed boost. They had to overcome an injury to Leroy Upson but it was to work in their favour as sub Terrence Talbot came on to score the winning goal on 36 minutes following a breakaway move which cut through Totaal. Raymond Putnam had the best of the opportunities that came the visitors’ way but, unfortunately, struck the post with one chance and was caught offside when he did find the net. Tranmere were worthy victors as they continued to create the majority of chances and they will want to build on these three points as the table remains tight. Robin Meeblind expressed his disappointment at a ‘dreadfully poor display’ and will need to get his side going otherwise a long season fighting relegation will be on the cards.
Elvis on Song for Mafia
Mexican Mafia put in a superb display of attacking football to floor Newry City 5-1 at Sierra Madre. The game got off to a fast start with Zenon Zagajewski opening the scoring for the hosts only for Muharem Husic to net a free-kick just three minutes later to bring the visitors level. Despite this riposte Newry never looked settled in the game and Mafia always looked a cut above. Zagajewski restored the home lead on 25 minutes with a long range beauty and from this moment there was only one winner. The second-half saw Mafia make their dominance pay as they hit three goals without reply. Elvis MacCaran enjoyed his 45 minutes football with a stunning hat-trick which left Newry reeling. His first was a header from a cross on 60 minutes before he finished a breakaway on 78. The treble was complete in injury-time with another header as he helped himself to a match-ball and also the man-of-the-match award. Jimmy described himself as ‘exceedingly happy’ with the win which sees his side remain top of the pile while Newry remain in eighth but will want to forget this performance quickly.
Matching the Mafia stride for stride at the top are West Brom Strollers who defeated Manchester United 2-0 at Old Trafford. West Brom were happy to sit in and contain their hosts during an uneventful first-half but were altogether more adventurous after the interval. A key moment in the match came on 55 minutes when referee, Seymour Red, lived up to his name and dismissed Ryan Giggs handing the initiative to the visiting team. West Brom were only too happy to seize it and despite an injury to Graham Willams they claimed victory thanks to two goals in the last ten minutes of the game. Cyrille Regis headed home the first for his third of the season on 83 minutes and just two minutes later United were out of the contest as Willie Johnston also headed in. Dinkydave spoke of being ‘very happy’ before adding ‘left it late though.’ Pakya will not be quite so pleased as Manchester United drop to seventh albeit only one point from third place.
Occupying that third spot are Three Lions FC following an eventful 2-2 draw at Juventus. It was a fair result to a game which had chances at either end with both sides playing good football. Three Lions ‘keeper Izu Casillas opened the scoring for the visitors from the spot but Juve were quickly level through a Mairthin Foley free-kick. With chances still forthcoming it would be Juve who would take advantage and it was to be that man, Foley, again from another free-kick which proved to be Three Lions’ undoing. The second-half tightened up with both sides becoming aware of the others’ threat but there was to be another goal. It came via Robin van Izu who headed in emphatically to ensure a share of the spoils in a fine advert for the game. Izuka spoke to the press earlier today, saying, his players are ‘not doing too badly’ and are in a good position with ‘still 15 games left in the season.’ SuperJuve will be more concerned with his sides’ position as they sit just above the drop zone although with performances like this they should pick up points on a regular basis.
Goals Aloud followed up a victory in their last outing with a 1-0 home win over The Vikings. The Vikings will consider themselves somewhat unfortunate to suffer defeat as they gave as good as they got in an even encounter. A lot of the visitors better play came from young midfielder Evastothios Gourmas who looks a fantastic talent for Eaglesrjh. As well as he played, though, he just couldn’t help the visitors find the breakthrough. They were hit by a sucker-punch in the 90th minute just when you thought the game was going to end 0-0. A fast breakaway ended with Erik Gall slipping a pass through to Constantino de Melo. The forward took the ball in his stride and beat Lees to give Goals Aloud a massive boost and lifted them to within a point of safety. The Vikings slip out of the top three but remain in good form and well set to have an exciting season.
Liverpool and Kirkbride Strollers met in a battle at the bottom and honours were to end even following a tight battle. Kirkbride had the better of the opening 45 minutes but couldn’t make any of their three chances count in a below par performance by the front two. Liverpool received a boost on 57 minutes when Bruce Grobbelaar stroked home a penalty to give them a 1-0 lead. With the home side now having the full backing of their fans you might have expected them to see out the game but the Strollers were to show great fighting spirit and haul themselves level. The goal came on 77 minutes following good work by Billy Maneater. David Proctor was found in the area and he made no mistake to ensure a point each. The result leaves the sides in eleventh and twelfth on four and three points respectively and they will both need to start winning soon.
Tropical Thunder and Pahang United also played out a 1-1 draw at Larkfield as neither side could maintain the upper hand during the encounter. Pahang had the better of the opening 45 minutes and went in front from one of the two opportunities they created. Jeremias Linderman was the scorer as he hit home from distance to give United a 1-0 half-time lead. Just as Pahang had the better of the opening 45, it was TT who would edge the second-half. They were also rewarded with a Geovany Dainelli shot levelling matters on 64 minutes. Neither side could create a chance good enough for them to force victory and had to settle for a point apiece. Tropical Thunder press reported that it was ‘not a very interesting game’ but another point keeps their season moving along. Pahang are a point better off and both will remain competitive as the season unfolds.
Matching the Mafia stride for stride at the top are West Brom Strollers who defeated Manchester United 2-0 at Old Trafford. West Brom were happy to sit in and contain their hosts during an uneventful first-half but were altogether more adventurous after the interval. A key moment in the match came on 55 minutes when referee, Seymour Red, lived up to his name and dismissed Ryan Giggs handing the initiative to the visiting team. West Brom were only too happy to seize it and despite an injury to Graham Willams they claimed victory thanks to two goals in the last ten minutes of the game. Cyrille Regis headed home the first for his third of the season on 83 minutes and just two minutes later United were out of the contest as Willie Johnston also headed in. Dinkydave spoke of being ‘very happy’ before adding ‘left it late though.’ Pakya will not be quite so pleased as Manchester United drop to seventh albeit only one point from third place.
Occupying that third spot are Three Lions FC following an eventful 2-2 draw at Juventus. It was a fair result to a game which had chances at either end with both sides playing good football. Three Lions ‘keeper Izu Casillas opened the scoring for the visitors from the spot but Juve were quickly level through a Mairthin Foley free-kick. With chances still forthcoming it would be Juve who would take advantage and it was to be that man, Foley, again from another free-kick which proved to be Three Lions’ undoing. The second-half tightened up with both sides becoming aware of the others’ threat but there was to be another goal. It came via Robin van Izu who headed in emphatically to ensure a share of the spoils in a fine advert for the game. Izuka spoke to the press earlier today, saying, his players are ‘not doing too badly’ and are in a good position with ‘still 15 games left in the season.’ SuperJuve will be more concerned with his sides’ position as they sit just above the drop zone although with performances like this they should pick up points on a regular basis.
Goals Aloud followed up a victory in their last outing with a 1-0 home win over The Vikings. The Vikings will consider themselves somewhat unfortunate to suffer defeat as they gave as good as they got in an even encounter. A lot of the visitors better play came from young midfielder Evastothios Gourmas who looks a fantastic talent for Eaglesrjh. As well as he played, though, he just couldn’t help the visitors find the breakthrough. They were hit by a sucker-punch in the 90th minute just when you thought the game was going to end 0-0. A fast breakaway ended with Erik Gall slipping a pass through to Constantino de Melo. The forward took the ball in his stride and beat Lees to give Goals Aloud a massive boost and lifted them to within a point of safety. The Vikings slip out of the top three but remain in good form and well set to have an exciting season.
Liverpool and Kirkbride Strollers met in a battle at the bottom and honours were to end even following a tight battle. Kirkbride had the better of the opening 45 minutes but couldn’t make any of their three chances count in a below par performance by the front two. Liverpool received a boost on 57 minutes when Bruce Grobbelaar stroked home a penalty to give them a 1-0 lead. With the home side now having the full backing of their fans you might have expected them to see out the game but the Strollers were to show great fighting spirit and haul themselves level. The goal came on 77 minutes following good work by Billy Maneater. David Proctor was found in the area and he made no mistake to ensure a point each. The result leaves the sides in eleventh and twelfth on four and three points respectively and they will both need to start winning soon.
Tropical Thunder and Pahang United also played out a 1-1 draw at Larkfield as neither side could maintain the upper hand during the encounter. Pahang had the better of the opening 45 minutes and went in front from one of the two opportunities they created. Jeremias Linderman was the scorer as he hit home from distance to give United a 1-0 half-time lead. Just as Pahang had the better of the opening 45, it was TT who would edge the second-half. They were also rewarded with a Geovany Dainelli shot levelling matters on 64 minutes. Neither side could create a chance good enough for them to force victory and had to settle for a point apiece. Tropical Thunder press reported that it was ‘not a very interesting game’ but another point keeps their season moving along. Pahang are a point better off and both will remain competitive as the season unfolds.
Madrid Master KBC
Real Madrid won the battle at the top of the table with a 1-0 triumph at Kensington Boys Club. The game was effectively won during an excellent first-half display which saw Madrid control the possession and, with it, create four chances. With Kensington struggling they were made to pay in the 34th minute when Aren Garabedian beat Gardiner from distance. Despite taking the lead Madrid might have finished the half slightly disappointed not to be further ahead. Kensington were much improved after the interval and proceeded to have several chances themselves. However, they were made to pay with some ineffective performances from their front three, all of whom played below their expected skill level. When you add this to the excellent performance of the Madrid defence it came as no surprise that they held onto their 1-0 advantage from the first-half to gain three vital points. Patrikpatrik will have been disappointed after saying before the game how they hoped ‘to take advantage’ of Madrid’s inability to win away from home. The result sees Madrid replace Kensington at the top of the table, going clear by two points.
Charlottenburg FC climbed into the promotion places with a dominating display over Kroklund Kings at The Ruth Bader Ginsburg Arena. The hosts never looked back after going a goal ahead in the third minute by Stan Collymore, who is enjoying an excellent start to the season. They continued to press back a Kings side who never hit their straps in the entire game. Kroklund even suffered an injury which will keep Dead Three out until early May. The game was then sealed in the 72nd minute with a breakaway goal which ended when Alan Thompson defeated Isachsen in goal. Bossebong declared his ‘love for Pots’ after seeing his playmaker hit ‘0 form’ but this won’t concern the Charlottenburg boss as his side look to have a big say on the promotion battle.
Los Samgeles Kings fell out of the top three as they succumbed 1-0 to Carthage FC who fully deserved their success. They went into an early lead when Amin Mansourian headed in a cross from Ad Herbal and they looked strong throughout the game. They created much the better openings but Los Samgeles ‘keeper and backline held them at bay for the rest of the game. Despite being able to keep Carthage to just the one goal they couldn’t get anything going at the other end and never looked like getting back into it. The win sees Carthage into ninth place with nine points and as the table is so tight another quick win could see them leap several places. Los Samgeles will be hoping home comforts lift them in their next game as they entertain Internazionale.
Internazionale won’t be going into that match-up with much confidence following a 2-0 home defeat to Morley Town. The game was balanced on a knife-edge throughout the opening half with both teams forcing a couple of chances each. It was to be Morley who would take advantage of one of these opportunities with Christopher Love heading in on 44 minutes to give the visitors a massive boost going into the break. Morley would shade the second-half and secured victory when Adolf Munzberg hit in a lovely free-kick on 70 minutes. The victory is Morley’s third on the bounce after losing their opening four games and shows a remarkable spirit and no little belief in their ability. Inter slip into the drop zone following the defeat and they will hope to find some consistency over the coming weeks.
Belly Tubbies recorded a solid 2-0 victory over AJ Rovers to leave the visitors rooted to the foot of the table. It was no more than the Tubbies deserved as they were the more dominant force throughout the game. A controlled first-half display laid the foundation for the victory as AJ struggled to come to terms with a strong home outfit. Rowan Flood scored from distance on 12 minutes to give the Tubbies the interval lead their play merited. The second-half developed into a more evenly contested match with both sides enjoying a couple of sights on goal. Unfortunately for Rovers, though, it would be the home side who would take one with Phil Fieldwick shooting home from inside the penalty area. The win sees Belly Tubbies upwardly mobile into seventh spot with nine points and, with the table being very tight, will fancy their chances of pushing on. AJ need a win as soon as possible otherwise they could find themselves adrift at the foot of the table.
Southampton picked up a highly creditable draw at White Hawk FC as they try and get their season going in the right direction following Hardinho’s return. White Hawk had a slight advantage in both halves with an extra chance but Southampton’s play more than merited a point. Joc Cvetkovic suffered an injury which will mean he won’t play again until May as Southampton suffered an awful opening to the game. This was compounded when Adan Donahue shot home on 17 minutes and everything pointed to a home win. The visitors dug deep, though, and played some good football while White Hawk always looked dangerous themselves. In a stroke of good fortune it was to be the substitute Benos Hardinho who would equalise on 64 minutes with a smart finish as he seized his opportunity with both hands. White Hawk finished the game on a sour note with an injury to Charly Chan Jet Soe and are encountering their first mini-crisis since joining the RM last season.
Charlottenburg FC climbed into the promotion places with a dominating display over Kroklund Kings at The Ruth Bader Ginsburg Arena. The hosts never looked back after going a goal ahead in the third minute by Stan Collymore, who is enjoying an excellent start to the season. They continued to press back a Kings side who never hit their straps in the entire game. Kroklund even suffered an injury which will keep Dead Three out until early May. The game was then sealed in the 72nd minute with a breakaway goal which ended when Alan Thompson defeated Isachsen in goal. Bossebong declared his ‘love for Pots’ after seeing his playmaker hit ‘0 form’ but this won’t concern the Charlottenburg boss as his side look to have a big say on the promotion battle.
Los Samgeles Kings fell out of the top three as they succumbed 1-0 to Carthage FC who fully deserved their success. They went into an early lead when Amin Mansourian headed in a cross from Ad Herbal and they looked strong throughout the game. They created much the better openings but Los Samgeles ‘keeper and backline held them at bay for the rest of the game. Despite being able to keep Carthage to just the one goal they couldn’t get anything going at the other end and never looked like getting back into it. The win sees Carthage into ninth place with nine points and as the table is so tight another quick win could see them leap several places. Los Samgeles will be hoping home comforts lift them in their next game as they entertain Internazionale.
Internazionale won’t be going into that match-up with much confidence following a 2-0 home defeat to Morley Town. The game was balanced on a knife-edge throughout the opening half with both teams forcing a couple of chances each. It was to be Morley who would take advantage of one of these opportunities with Christopher Love heading in on 44 minutes to give the visitors a massive boost going into the break. Morley would shade the second-half and secured victory when Adolf Munzberg hit in a lovely free-kick on 70 minutes. The victory is Morley’s third on the bounce after losing their opening four games and shows a remarkable spirit and no little belief in their ability. Inter slip into the drop zone following the defeat and they will hope to find some consistency over the coming weeks.
Belly Tubbies recorded a solid 2-0 victory over AJ Rovers to leave the visitors rooted to the foot of the table. It was no more than the Tubbies deserved as they were the more dominant force throughout the game. A controlled first-half display laid the foundation for the victory as AJ struggled to come to terms with a strong home outfit. Rowan Flood scored from distance on 12 minutes to give the Tubbies the interval lead their play merited. The second-half developed into a more evenly contested match with both sides enjoying a couple of sights on goal. Unfortunately for Rovers, though, it would be the home side who would take one with Phil Fieldwick shooting home from inside the penalty area. The win sees Belly Tubbies upwardly mobile into seventh spot with nine points and, with the table being very tight, will fancy their chances of pushing on. AJ need a win as soon as possible otherwise they could find themselves adrift at the foot of the table.
Southampton picked up a highly creditable draw at White Hawk FC as they try and get their season going in the right direction following Hardinho’s return. White Hawk had a slight advantage in both halves with an extra chance but Southampton’s play more than merited a point. Joc Cvetkovic suffered an injury which will mean he won’t play again until May as Southampton suffered an awful opening to the game. This was compounded when Adan Donahue shot home on 17 minutes and everything pointed to a home win. The visitors dug deep, though, and played some good football while White Hawk always looked dangerous themselves. In a stroke of good fortune it was to be the substitute Benos Hardinho who would equalise on 64 minutes with a smart finish as he seized his opportunity with both hands. White Hawk finished the game on a sour note with an injury to Charly Chan Jet Soe and are encountering their first mini-crisis since joining the RM last season.
Glory for Five-Star Hornets
Glory Hornets put in a stunning away performance to storm the Emirates and end 5-1 victors. The Hornets showed great composure to score five of their eight chances while the Gunners struggled in comparison, scoring just one of their six. The rout began when Eliott Malloy shot home from a corner on 10 minutes and it was to be the start of a super performance from the forward. He headed home his second goal on 34 minutes as the visitors took a stranglehold on the game before half-time. The sides traded goals at the beginning of the second-half as Dale Lansbury completed a breakaway to put the Hornets 3-0 up before Ernst Thunman responded quickly to raise hopes of an unlikely comeback for the Gunners. Despite having chances the home side just could not get back into the game and when Malloy completed his hat-trick on 81 minutes the contest was over. Seymour Coote added further insult to injury with a fine header in injury-time to complete a virtuoso performance. Josef tried to look on the bright side by saying, ‘I may have lost, but I had 6 chances and my opponents 8’ but will surely be disappointed by the result. Mucca, on the other hand, will be understandably delighted with his team’s performance and encouraged by their fourth position in the table.
Wandsworth FC were made to work hard for their victory at Grey Area but eventually came through 2-1. Despite giving up the majority of possession Wandsworth did edge the chances in the opening 45 minutes and they made one count to take a half-time lead. Darcy Hording escaped his marker to shoot home following a corner to edge the leaders in front. Both sides suffered nasty looking injuries as the second-half began in a rather disjointed fashion. Grey Area are showing a more resolute side to their game since the appointment of Carfin and dragged themselves level on 81 minutes with an Allan Bound header. With the home fans now in jubilant mood it came as a major disappointment that Hording was allowed to strike his second of the game in injury-time to pinch all three points for the table-toppers. Now eight points clear it is difficult to see who, if anyone, will be able to put up a challenge to Wandsworth as LotharIstvan drives his side on. Carfin was still in realistic mood despite taking them all the way, describing the form as ‘horrendous’ and estimating that it will ‘take ages to get this to an acceptable level.’
Alsancak F.C currently occupy second in the table following a 1-0 victory at The Posh. They produced a dominant display to out-chance their opponents 7-3 but a combination of poor finishing and a man-of-the-match performance from Arnie Tipton in the home goal ensured that the outcome would always be in the balance. The winning goal came early in the piece when Rowan Atlee teed up Kenny Acton for a long range shot which managed to beat the excellent Tipton. There were several super performances in the visiting side, not least the midfield display of Brad Kavanaugh whose sheer will seemed to drive them on throughout the game. Wienersnitzel can’t help but be impressed with his side’s performances while Leeds-Fan’s Posh side remain a mystery.
The Champs moved into third by derailing the three game winning streak of Portsmouth at Old Trafford. Neither side set the world on fire in a tight encounter but the extra quality of the home side’s forwards meant that they always carried more weight in the danger areas. So it proved when, on 23 minutes, Leigh Ellefson combined with Bruce Collinge from a free-kick for the latter to find the net. Portsmouth will feel somewhat aggrieved to come away from the contest with no reward after edging both possession and chances but football can be a tough school at times. With only one point separating second in the table to Portsmouth in sixth you feel there will be plenty of twists and turns to come and both sides will be involved until the season’s climax.
These Charming Men continue to build momentum and were worthy 3-0 victors at Chelsea. You sensed that RDCM’s side were testing the water in the first-half to see what threat the home side might pose and when they realised the game was theirs for the taking attacked in the second-half. The wonderful Jordi Rodri opened the scoring two minutes after the break with a header of quality and with Ricardo Carvalho going off injured for the home side their backs were, well and truly, against the wall. They didn’t help themselves when Eustace Wilkes put through his own goal to add to the lead and their misery was completed with another header, this time by Chano Delgado. RDCM will be a happy man but keen to keep his maxim of ‘training and working hard’ drilled into his players. Chelsea still have their eyes on the end game when their players will have developed from potential into seasoned performers but what might be concerning Jamma is their current form.
Northwich Victoria and wortley afc enjoyed a hard-fought tussle at Victoria stadium in a match which finished 1-1. The contest was tight throughout with both sides enjoying decent possession and chances. The goals came within three minutes of each other as the game was approaching half-time. Tom-Stian Anthonsen had headed the home side in front with his fifth goal of an impressive season but the lead was quickly eroded as Walter Willock stunned the home fans with a brilliant free-kick and his sixth of the season. With the game tightening up further after the break it surprised no-one when the contest ended 1-1 and both sides went away reasonably content. Northwich now have nine points and remain three points behind wortley who themselves are keeping in contention with a group of sides looking for promotion.
Wandsworth FC were made to work hard for their victory at Grey Area but eventually came through 2-1. Despite giving up the majority of possession Wandsworth did edge the chances in the opening 45 minutes and they made one count to take a half-time lead. Darcy Hording escaped his marker to shoot home following a corner to edge the leaders in front. Both sides suffered nasty looking injuries as the second-half began in a rather disjointed fashion. Grey Area are showing a more resolute side to their game since the appointment of Carfin and dragged themselves level on 81 minutes with an Allan Bound header. With the home fans now in jubilant mood it came as a major disappointment that Hording was allowed to strike his second of the game in injury-time to pinch all three points for the table-toppers. Now eight points clear it is difficult to see who, if anyone, will be able to put up a challenge to Wandsworth as LotharIstvan drives his side on. Carfin was still in realistic mood despite taking them all the way, describing the form as ‘horrendous’ and estimating that it will ‘take ages to get this to an acceptable level.’
Alsancak F.C currently occupy second in the table following a 1-0 victory at The Posh. They produced a dominant display to out-chance their opponents 7-3 but a combination of poor finishing and a man-of-the-match performance from Arnie Tipton in the home goal ensured that the outcome would always be in the balance. The winning goal came early in the piece when Rowan Atlee teed up Kenny Acton for a long range shot which managed to beat the excellent Tipton. There were several super performances in the visiting side, not least the midfield display of Brad Kavanaugh whose sheer will seemed to drive them on throughout the game. Wienersnitzel can’t help but be impressed with his side’s performances while Leeds-Fan’s Posh side remain a mystery.
The Champs moved into third by derailing the three game winning streak of Portsmouth at Old Trafford. Neither side set the world on fire in a tight encounter but the extra quality of the home side’s forwards meant that they always carried more weight in the danger areas. So it proved when, on 23 minutes, Leigh Ellefson combined with Bruce Collinge from a free-kick for the latter to find the net. Portsmouth will feel somewhat aggrieved to come away from the contest with no reward after edging both possession and chances but football can be a tough school at times. With only one point separating second in the table to Portsmouth in sixth you feel there will be plenty of twists and turns to come and both sides will be involved until the season’s climax.
These Charming Men continue to build momentum and were worthy 3-0 victors at Chelsea. You sensed that RDCM’s side were testing the water in the first-half to see what threat the home side might pose and when they realised the game was theirs for the taking attacked in the second-half. The wonderful Jordi Rodri opened the scoring two minutes after the break with a header of quality and with Ricardo Carvalho going off injured for the home side their backs were, well and truly, against the wall. They didn’t help themselves when Eustace Wilkes put through his own goal to add to the lead and their misery was completed with another header, this time by Chano Delgado. RDCM will be a happy man but keen to keep his maxim of ‘training and working hard’ drilled into his players. Chelsea still have their eyes on the end game when their players will have developed from potential into seasoned performers but what might be concerning Jamma is their current form.
Northwich Victoria and wortley afc enjoyed a hard-fought tussle at Victoria stadium in a match which finished 1-1. The contest was tight throughout with both sides enjoying decent possession and chances. The goals came within three minutes of each other as the game was approaching half-time. Tom-Stian Anthonsen had headed the home side in front with his fifth goal of an impressive season but the lead was quickly eroded as Walter Willock stunned the home fans with a brilliant free-kick and his sixth of the season. With the game tightening up further after the break it surprised no-one when the contest ended 1-1 and both sides went away reasonably content. Northwich now have nine points and remain three points behind wortley who themselves are keeping in contention with a group of sides looking for promotion.
Classic!
Every so often a game throws up one for the ages and yesterday we witnessed one between Santos FC and AFC Stanley. Santos had the better of the early exchanges and took the lead through the superb Torbjorn Alshammar. Their lead was doubled exactly fifteen minutes later when Adriano Ribeiro scored a beauty from distance. With Stanley not making much of an impression there was little to suggest what would follow in the second-half. Indeed, despite a serious-looking injury to Ray Goddard, Santos took a 3-0 lead and looked to have killed the game off. What happened next was an incredible comeback in the last twenty minutes of the game which stunned the home side. Garry Molseley started the amazing scenes with a shot after a corner on 71 minutes. Five minutes later and it was 3-2 following an Ignado Puntas header and you could sense the panic amongst the home fans. Thorbjorn Lind equalised from a breakaway two minutes later and unbelievably put them ahead on 82 minutes for the first time in the game. Stanley put the game beyond doubt when Puntas headed in on 89 minutes and even though Marcelo Afonso shot home for the hosts it wasn’t enough and Stanley had risen to win 5-4 from 3-0 behind. Sean7 was quick to give ‘full credit to AFC Stanley’ before saying that ‘atrocious defending’ was costing his team so far this season. Markham33 exclaimed himself ‘so proud of the lads’ and said with confidence ‘sky high’ nobody will ‘be looking forward to playing us.’
ThunderCats F.C got back to winning ways with a 2-0 victory over Tranmere which was closer than the score suggests. The home side took an early lead as Juliano Leite finished well from a Nelson Queimado pass on seven minutes. Chances were coming at both ends but the Cats demonstrated the difference between the top and bottom by taking some of their chances. Queimado went from creator to finisher by netting the second just three minutes from the break. The second-half saw both sides create a couple of chances each but neither be able to take them as the home side remained on top of the table courtesy of the three points. Meelas had earlier spoke of his ‘love (for) my players’ and if they can carry on in this fashion the love will surely grow. Baz78 isn’t quite so affectionate about his players and said ‘they will be transfer listed’ if they continue to under-perform and then ‘if no buyers come in they’ll be sacked.’
Losing ground on the leaders were Yorkshires Amateurs following a disappointing defeat to a young St Omer side. Justin Morgan suffered an injury which will keep him out for a fortnight as the evening started out poorly for the visitors. They would go on to create the better chances and enjoy the lion’s share of possession but it all came to nothing as Michael Radley shot home from inside the penalty area on 45 minutes for Omer. Amateurs seemed shocked by the goal and never really hit the form they have been in recently and succumbed to a surprising defeat. Reports coming out of St Omer suggested that they were ‘outplayed by their opponents’ but it will surely be a massive boost to CT who is trying to build a successful squad for many seasons to come. Yorkshires Amateurs remain in second but will need to perform much better in a massive match next time out against Hun Haters.
Hun Haters warmed up nicely for this match with a 2-0 victory in Marseille. The game was broken-up by injuries to Craig Elliston of the Hun Haters and Cecil Abrey of Marseille and several yellow cards. The second-half saw Hun Haters gradually take control and once Ashton Crosby headed in from a corner you sensed the away side always had the upper hand. The game was settled on 83 minutes when a free-kick worked between Jimmy Meire and Finlay MacCleir saw the former net to put the Haters 2-0 ahead. The result sees the sides going in opposite directions as HH head up to third with Marseille dropping to sixth and not progressing as they had hoped after last season’s rebuild.
F.C. Greatness continued to adapt to life in the RM Invitational with a solid, if unspectacular, home win over Reggae Reggae Sauce. Chances were hard to come by during a tough 90 minutes but the majority fell to the away side. Unfortunately for them they didn’t boast anyone in their team who had the cool to take one and Greatness did. The goal came on 14 minutes as, captain, Agostino Filippinetti produced a dangerous corner and Martinus Benfari proved too good for the visiting defence and headed home to the delight of Calvert and the home crowd. Darren Calvert was understandably delighted with a ‘fantastic result’ and emphasised his pleasure ‘that we kept a clean sheet.’ RRS slipped down to ninth as a result of their loss and will be looking for better fortune against Milan during the next round of matches.
Totaalvoetbal edged out Milan as they recorded only their second win of the campaign. In an even contest throughout it would take a moment of inspiration from Shirsh Vajpayee to win the day for the reigning champions. It came on 17 minutes assisted by Johan Juffing as the young midfielder then let fly with a long range drive which proved too good for Flahavan. Both sides suffered unfortunate injuries but neither could add to the score. This was no problem for Meeblind who described himself as ‘relieved’ with the win and was happy to be able to ‘battle through against a good Milan side.’ Milan find themselves in fifth spot and if they can get back to winning ways quickly should be able to challenge at the right end of the table.
ThunderCats F.C got back to winning ways with a 2-0 victory over Tranmere which was closer than the score suggests. The home side took an early lead as Juliano Leite finished well from a Nelson Queimado pass on seven minutes. Chances were coming at both ends but the Cats demonstrated the difference between the top and bottom by taking some of their chances. Queimado went from creator to finisher by netting the second just three minutes from the break. The second-half saw both sides create a couple of chances each but neither be able to take them as the home side remained on top of the table courtesy of the three points. Meelas had earlier spoke of his ‘love (for) my players’ and if they can carry on in this fashion the love will surely grow. Baz78 isn’t quite so affectionate about his players and said ‘they will be transfer listed’ if they continue to under-perform and then ‘if no buyers come in they’ll be sacked.’
Losing ground on the leaders were Yorkshires Amateurs following a disappointing defeat to a young St Omer side. Justin Morgan suffered an injury which will keep him out for a fortnight as the evening started out poorly for the visitors. They would go on to create the better chances and enjoy the lion’s share of possession but it all came to nothing as Michael Radley shot home from inside the penalty area on 45 minutes for Omer. Amateurs seemed shocked by the goal and never really hit the form they have been in recently and succumbed to a surprising defeat. Reports coming out of St Omer suggested that they were ‘outplayed by their opponents’ but it will surely be a massive boost to CT who is trying to build a successful squad for many seasons to come. Yorkshires Amateurs remain in second but will need to perform much better in a massive match next time out against Hun Haters.
Hun Haters warmed up nicely for this match with a 2-0 victory in Marseille. The game was broken-up by injuries to Craig Elliston of the Hun Haters and Cecil Abrey of Marseille and several yellow cards. The second-half saw Hun Haters gradually take control and once Ashton Crosby headed in from a corner you sensed the away side always had the upper hand. The game was settled on 83 minutes when a free-kick worked between Jimmy Meire and Finlay MacCleir saw the former net to put the Haters 2-0 ahead. The result sees the sides going in opposite directions as HH head up to third with Marseille dropping to sixth and not progressing as they had hoped after last season’s rebuild.
F.C. Greatness continued to adapt to life in the RM Invitational with a solid, if unspectacular, home win over Reggae Reggae Sauce. Chances were hard to come by during a tough 90 minutes but the majority fell to the away side. Unfortunately for them they didn’t boast anyone in their team who had the cool to take one and Greatness did. The goal came on 14 minutes as, captain, Agostino Filippinetti produced a dangerous corner and Martinus Benfari proved too good for the visiting defence and headed home to the delight of Calvert and the home crowd. Darren Calvert was understandably delighted with a ‘fantastic result’ and emphasised his pleasure ‘that we kept a clean sheet.’ RRS slipped down to ninth as a result of their loss and will be looking for better fortune against Milan during the next round of matches.
Totaalvoetbal edged out Milan as they recorded only their second win of the campaign. In an even contest throughout it would take a moment of inspiration from Shirsh Vajpayee to win the day for the reigning champions. It came on 17 minutes assisted by Johan Juffing as the young midfielder then let fly with a long range drive which proved too good for Flahavan. Both sides suffered unfortunate injuries but neither could add to the score. This was no problem for Meeblind who described himself as ‘relieved’ with the win and was happy to be able to ‘battle through against a good Milan side.’ Milan find themselves in fifth spot and if they can get back to winning ways quickly should be able to challenge at the right end of the table.
Goals Aloud Finally Make Some Noise
Goals Aloud won their first match of the season at home to Tropical Thunder as Round 6 of Division 1 took place. They were to take the lead on 12 minutes as Dan Ruffer ensured they had something to protect for the remainder of the match. This was the confidence boost they needed after suffering a troubled start to the season and despite an injury to ‘keeper Rowan Butcher they remained in determined mood. Thunder were to have chances of their own, most notably in the second-half, but they didn’t bring with them their shooting boots and as such were to suffer their first defeat of the season. This was confirmed on 90 minutes when Srebrenko Cacic rose to head home a corner and send the home fans away happy for the first time in Season Three. Ocs18 will surely be delighted that his side have picked up three priceless points which sees them climb off the foot of the table but will also be keen to emphasise the importance of building on this victory. Jamesfreeman had spoken before the game of his desire that he didn’t ‘want a loss’ and it will be interesting to see how he prepares his side as they seek to bounce straight back.
Mexican Mafia sit at the top of the table following a 3-1 win at Juventus. Restricting the home side to a couple of chances the Mafia also enjoyed an early lead as Elvis MacCaran scored from the spot. With the first-half being a relatively quiet affair it was unexpected when Juventus grabbed an equalising goal; Claude Blanquet heading in an Orlan Canito cross to ensure parity at the interval. The second-half saw the visitors do much of the pressing and they were swiftly back in front; a move of high class ending when Lukas Buhr found Ralf Kron who, in turn, produced a neat finish. Juventus were struggling to impose themselves on the match and were to go a further goal behind as MacCaran headed in his second and his team’s third. Jimmy was pleased with ‘a good result’ although admitted that Delpiano being suspended does give him ‘problems up front’ for his next game. Juventus slip to ninth as a result of the contest.
Level on points with the Mafia are West Brom Strollers who kept up their fine start to the season by beating Kirkbride Strollers 2-1. Lawrie Cunningham suffered a nasty injury for the Strollers as they had to reshuffle at the beginning of the match. It didn’t appear to have a negative effect on the team, however, as Darren Moore headed the opening goal on 26 minutes. Eleven minutes later and the hosts were 2-0 ahead thanks to Bobby Taylor who rounded off a breakaway move in style. Kirkbride weren’t without chances in the game and did manage to pull one back through Dennis MacAvery on 79 minutes but it wasn’t enough to bring them any reward from a tight encounter. Dinkydave was already looking ahead to the 28th April when his West Brom Strollers take on the Mafia in what he described as ‘the most anticipated match in Division 1.’ Jazza will be looking for his side to pick up swift points as they sit bottom following this result.
Liverpool are Kirkbride’s next opponents and they won’t be going into the game with much confidence either after they were thumped 5-1 in Viking Land. The Vikings produced all the attacking football in the first-half and were rewarded with two goals for their efforts. Clint Bonavia was the hero of the day and set the wheels in motion for the triumph by scoring on 10 minutes with a clinical strike in the area. Bonavia added the second goal on 36 minutes with another calm finish as Liverpool struggled to come to terms with The Vikings penetrative football. Colin Crouch added a third for the hosts after the interval but Liverpool were to strike back through Robbie Keane in an act of defiance. That was all it proved to be, though, as The Vikings re-established their three-goal lead with an Anastasios Tassiopoulos penalty kick. The final say, quite rightly, belonged to Bonavia who fired in his hat-trick goal with time running out to bag himself the match-ball and put the exclamation mark on a super performance. Eagles was relieved his pre-match tinkering worked or in his words at least ‘it didn’t backfire!!’ Much more tinkering like that and a championship challenge will most definitely be on whereas Buttons looks to have a much more sombre relegation battle as the table settles down.
Manchester United bounced back from their last outing with a 2-1 win over Three Lions FC. The game was set alight with a penalty from Eric Cantona but the United lead wasn’t to last long. Cristiano Izuldo finishing a Luca Tonizu cross with the minimum of fuss as both sides struggled for supremacy. The second-half saw more chances created but one goal was to prove decisive. Owen Hargreaves produced some fine wing play to deliver a cross which was inch-perfect for Wayne Rooney to head home and give United a very impressive three points. The result did not impress Izuka, though, as he pondered the tactics before saying, ‘this makes absolutely no sense.’ Pakya will be delighted United have kept themselves in the comfort of mid-table ahead of a massive test against West Brom.
Newry City were in buoyant mood following their trip to Pahang United after producing a superb 2-0 victory. Pahang got off to an uncomfortable start as Till Gloden had to be replaced at the heart of the home defence. Newry were showing just as much attacking intent as the home team as the half progressed and managed to take the lead when Antony Cowdrey shot in after a corner. The second-half was an equally well-contested 45 minutes but it would, again, be Newry who would strike the decisive blow. The ever-reliable Muharem Husic ran quickly onto a Veevo Ulpre pass to beat Hussain and give Newry an unassailable 2-0 lead. The result will have come as a shock to TrueBlueFC as he had his side in good form. Newry will be happier with their eighth place following the win and will think if they can win in Pahang there aren’t many places that should hold fear for them.
Mexican Mafia sit at the top of the table following a 3-1 win at Juventus. Restricting the home side to a couple of chances the Mafia also enjoyed an early lead as Elvis MacCaran scored from the spot. With the first-half being a relatively quiet affair it was unexpected when Juventus grabbed an equalising goal; Claude Blanquet heading in an Orlan Canito cross to ensure parity at the interval. The second-half saw the visitors do much of the pressing and they were swiftly back in front; a move of high class ending when Lukas Buhr found Ralf Kron who, in turn, produced a neat finish. Juventus were struggling to impose themselves on the match and were to go a further goal behind as MacCaran headed in his second and his team’s third. Jimmy was pleased with ‘a good result’ although admitted that Delpiano being suspended does give him ‘problems up front’ for his next game. Juventus slip to ninth as a result of the contest.
Level on points with the Mafia are West Brom Strollers who kept up their fine start to the season by beating Kirkbride Strollers 2-1. Lawrie Cunningham suffered a nasty injury for the Strollers as they had to reshuffle at the beginning of the match. It didn’t appear to have a negative effect on the team, however, as Darren Moore headed the opening goal on 26 minutes. Eleven minutes later and the hosts were 2-0 ahead thanks to Bobby Taylor who rounded off a breakaway move in style. Kirkbride weren’t without chances in the game and did manage to pull one back through Dennis MacAvery on 79 minutes but it wasn’t enough to bring them any reward from a tight encounter. Dinkydave was already looking ahead to the 28th April when his West Brom Strollers take on the Mafia in what he described as ‘the most anticipated match in Division 1.’ Jazza will be looking for his side to pick up swift points as they sit bottom following this result.
Liverpool are Kirkbride’s next opponents and they won’t be going into the game with much confidence either after they were thumped 5-1 in Viking Land. The Vikings produced all the attacking football in the first-half and were rewarded with two goals for their efforts. Clint Bonavia was the hero of the day and set the wheels in motion for the triumph by scoring on 10 minutes with a clinical strike in the area. Bonavia added the second goal on 36 minutes with another calm finish as Liverpool struggled to come to terms with The Vikings penetrative football. Colin Crouch added a third for the hosts after the interval but Liverpool were to strike back through Robbie Keane in an act of defiance. That was all it proved to be, though, as The Vikings re-established their three-goal lead with an Anastasios Tassiopoulos penalty kick. The final say, quite rightly, belonged to Bonavia who fired in his hat-trick goal with time running out to bag himself the match-ball and put the exclamation mark on a super performance. Eagles was relieved his pre-match tinkering worked or in his words at least ‘it didn’t backfire!!’ Much more tinkering like that and a championship challenge will most definitely be on whereas Buttons looks to have a much more sombre relegation battle as the table settles down.
Manchester United bounced back from their last outing with a 2-1 win over Three Lions FC. The game was set alight with a penalty from Eric Cantona but the United lead wasn’t to last long. Cristiano Izuldo finishing a Luca Tonizu cross with the minimum of fuss as both sides struggled for supremacy. The second-half saw more chances created but one goal was to prove decisive. Owen Hargreaves produced some fine wing play to deliver a cross which was inch-perfect for Wayne Rooney to head home and give United a very impressive three points. The result did not impress Izuka, though, as he pondered the tactics before saying, ‘this makes absolutely no sense.’ Pakya will be delighted United have kept themselves in the comfort of mid-table ahead of a massive test against West Brom.
Newry City were in buoyant mood following their trip to Pahang United after producing a superb 2-0 victory. Pahang got off to an uncomfortable start as Till Gloden had to be replaced at the heart of the home defence. Newry were showing just as much attacking intent as the home team as the half progressed and managed to take the lead when Antony Cowdrey shot in after a corner. The second-half was an equally well-contested 45 minutes but it would, again, be Newry who would strike the decisive blow. The ever-reliable Muharem Husic ran quickly onto a Veevo Ulpre pass to beat Hussain and give Newry an unassailable 2-0 lead. The result will have come as a shock to TrueBlueFC as he had his side in good form. Newry will be happier with their eighth place following the win and will think if they can win in Pahang there aren’t many places that should hold fear for them.
Boys to Men as Kensington Rule
Kensington Boys Club produced a resolute performance in beating AJ Rovers 3-2 to return to the top of Division 2 standings. AJ themselves needed the points for concerns at the bottom of the table and their first-half display showed urgency and desire to get them. They got the goal their play merited on 21 minutes as Elling Jarnoy struck from distance. The second-half, in contrast, was a show of strength by the Boys Club and they produced a five-minute spell which simply blew their hosts away. Dorian Rooney fired them level on 70 minutes and two minutes later Max Myer put them in front with a shot in the penalty area. Not resting on their laurels they hit a third, and what proved to be decisive, goal when Maurice Jacobs found enough space from a corner to shoot home. AJ did defiantly hit straight back courtesy of Gordon Hogg but they couldn’t find enough of a foothold in the game to bring themselves level. The result sees Kensington sit proudly on top of the league while AJ Rovers sit in last although will recognise that a win will see them shoot up the table.
Sitting in second place are Real Madrid FC after they handed Kroklund Kings their first defeat of the season. In a match which saw Madrid dominate the chances the only surprise was that just one goal would separate the teams. The goal was to come from their only chance in the opening half with Kevin Gabriele grabbing the headlines with a long range strike of quality. The second-half saw Madrid create no fewer than six chances but, try as they might, they couldn’t find a clinical edge in front of goal. Kroklund never made any sort of impact on the game despite an adventurous 4-2-4 formation and may well need to reassess ahead of their next match-up. Despite the result there is only one point between the two sides and with the division looking extremely close there is plenty to play for in the coming weeks as everyone jostles for positions.
Los Samgeles Kings and Charlottenburg FC played out a largely forgettable encounter at the Staples Center but the home side won’t care one iota as they recorded a 1-0 victory. The game never really got started with both sides seemingly cancelling each other out. There was only to be two chances in the 90 minutes, both of which fell to the home side. While they wasted their one opportunity of the first-half they weren’t to make the same mistake after the interval with Alexander Frolov heading the home fans into a frenzy with a goal eight minutes from time. Charlottenburg also suffered a minor injury to key midfielder Alan Thompson and it remains to be seen whether Potsdamerplatz will risk his fitness in their next match. Charlottenburg did receive a boost with the youth signing of Jamie Redknapp who brings with him a host of special skills although the manager did calm excitement by saying ‘his average form is 8’ before building it back up by adding ‘wouldn’t be the first time i’ve double jumped a player though.’ Watch this space. Stripy8 meanwhile has moved his side into third and continues to progress his side at an impressive speed.
Belly Tubbies produced what was, arguably, the performance of the day in defeating White Hawk FC 4-1 at Flabbyland. The first-half is best consigned to the dustbin as both sides struggled for any rhythm or fluency but the game improved significantly after the break. Two goals in two minutes sparked it; Jules Vallade shooting the hosts in front from distance only for Adan Donahue to equalise a minute later from a corner forced straight from the restart. Belly Tubbies clearly looked the stronger side as time began to ebb away and Stuart Kendrick proved the match-winner. He was to put the Tubbies back in front on 80 minutes with a fine breakaway goal before netting a carbon-copy a minute later to give them a crucial two-goal advantage. Jules Vallade put the final gloss on the score with a header on 94 minutes as Tubbies ran out deserving 4-1 winners. The win saw them move up to eighth with White Hawk dropping out of the promotion spots and in unfamiliar territory in fifth.
Another side picking up their second win of the campaign were Morley Town who edged out Southampton. The game was short on excitement but, in fairness, Morley did just about merit their victory. They had to wait until late for the winning goal as Sten Koll played a major part in awarding the hosts a penalty. Suffering no nerves Christopher Love slotted home the spot-kick and Southampton found themselves defeated. This was, perhaps, unsurprising following Hardinho’s revelation that he ‘forgot my bloody tactics.’ Morley won’t be complaining and Leeg21 will be hopeful his side’s uninspiring start to the season can now be put firmly behind them as the season moves forward.
The other winners on the day were Internazionale who returned from Carthage FC with three points thanks to a 1-0 score. The game itself saw a handful of chances created for both sides but two men swung the tie in Inter’s favour. Benjamin Hawke remained cool and composed to give reassurance to the rest of the Inter side in goal and Henrik Larsson provided a cutting edge at the other end on 72 minutes to head home the winning goal. The result was slightly harsh on a competitive Carthage outfit and leaves them in the relegation zone as a consequence. Inter themselves move up to seventh but there is plenty still to be played for as the season warms up.
Sitting in second place are Real Madrid FC after they handed Kroklund Kings their first defeat of the season. In a match which saw Madrid dominate the chances the only surprise was that just one goal would separate the teams. The goal was to come from their only chance in the opening half with Kevin Gabriele grabbing the headlines with a long range strike of quality. The second-half saw Madrid create no fewer than six chances but, try as they might, they couldn’t find a clinical edge in front of goal. Kroklund never made any sort of impact on the game despite an adventurous 4-2-4 formation and may well need to reassess ahead of their next match-up. Despite the result there is only one point between the two sides and with the division looking extremely close there is plenty to play for in the coming weeks as everyone jostles for positions.
Los Samgeles Kings and Charlottenburg FC played out a largely forgettable encounter at the Staples Center but the home side won’t care one iota as they recorded a 1-0 victory. The game never really got started with both sides seemingly cancelling each other out. There was only to be two chances in the 90 minutes, both of which fell to the home side. While they wasted their one opportunity of the first-half they weren’t to make the same mistake after the interval with Alexander Frolov heading the home fans into a frenzy with a goal eight minutes from time. Charlottenburg also suffered a minor injury to key midfielder Alan Thompson and it remains to be seen whether Potsdamerplatz will risk his fitness in their next match. Charlottenburg did receive a boost with the youth signing of Jamie Redknapp who brings with him a host of special skills although the manager did calm excitement by saying ‘his average form is 8’ before building it back up by adding ‘wouldn’t be the first time i’ve double jumped a player though.’ Watch this space. Stripy8 meanwhile has moved his side into third and continues to progress his side at an impressive speed.
Belly Tubbies produced what was, arguably, the performance of the day in defeating White Hawk FC 4-1 at Flabbyland. The first-half is best consigned to the dustbin as both sides struggled for any rhythm or fluency but the game improved significantly after the break. Two goals in two minutes sparked it; Jules Vallade shooting the hosts in front from distance only for Adan Donahue to equalise a minute later from a corner forced straight from the restart. Belly Tubbies clearly looked the stronger side as time began to ebb away and Stuart Kendrick proved the match-winner. He was to put the Tubbies back in front on 80 minutes with a fine breakaway goal before netting a carbon-copy a minute later to give them a crucial two-goal advantage. Jules Vallade put the final gloss on the score with a header on 94 minutes as Tubbies ran out deserving 4-1 winners. The win saw them move up to eighth with White Hawk dropping out of the promotion spots and in unfamiliar territory in fifth.
Another side picking up their second win of the campaign were Morley Town who edged out Southampton. The game was short on excitement but, in fairness, Morley did just about merit their victory. They had to wait until late for the winning goal as Sten Koll played a major part in awarding the hosts a penalty. Suffering no nerves Christopher Love slotted home the spot-kick and Southampton found themselves defeated. This was, perhaps, unsurprising following Hardinho’s revelation that he ‘forgot my bloody tactics.’ Morley won’t be complaining and Leeg21 will be hopeful his side’s uninspiring start to the season can now be put firmly behind them as the season moves forward.
The other winners on the day were Internazionale who returned from Carthage FC with three points thanks to a 1-0 score. The game itself saw a handful of chances created for both sides but two men swung the tie in Inter’s favour. Benjamin Hawke remained cool and composed to give reassurance to the rest of the Inter side in goal and Henrik Larsson provided a cutting edge at the other end on 72 minutes to head home the winning goal. The result was slightly harsh on a competitive Carthage outfit and leaves them in the relegation zone as a consequence. Inter themselves move up to seventh but there is plenty still to be played for as the season warms up.
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