WBS chairman Jeremy Peace has issued a warning to Dinky to 'cut the squad'Strollers spent most of last season operating with a playin staff of 18-19 players, but Dinky has been told to reduce the squad size to 17.
Dinky has already sold Bryan Robson to Totaalvoetbal for a reported 2.8m econ, and has also made Robert Koren and Jeff Astle available for transfer.
Koren, highly rated by his manager is now surplus to requirements and it shouldn't take long for someone to snap up the 22 year old 6 rated midfielder.
Astle a 19 year old 4 rated striker has fell out of favour after 2 mediocre seasons for Strollers.
However, its understood that Dinky has struck a deal to bring an experienced midfielder into the club following the departure of Robson.
Wednesday, 23 September 2009
that cup
with the change report looking pretty sweet for the Bonkers club the manager turned to the training for the off-season club. We had a lot of positive changes which is pretty amazing given the age of the players but it looks like the money earned at the end of last season will be very helpful in getting everyone back into good form for the cup. We have been drawn against a strong top division sied so no one is sure of the result but we all know that Bonkers will play their usual style, BONKERS!!!!
Disaster
Coach Patrikpatrik never was one for training. As so he reluctantly accepts the responsibility of actually booking the training grounds and is not all that clever either. So imagine the Boys surprise when they have a scheduled last training the day before the big Report. The resulting loss of form is overwhelming and the Boys are quite unhappy with their energetic yet clearly foolish manager.
As is the club itself as all of the money saved up needs to go into extra training sessions with the cup in mind. So no new transfers for KBC during the pre-season.
As is the club itself as all of the money saved up needs to go into extra training sessions with the cup in mind. So no new transfers for KBC during the pre-season.
Change Report
St Omer manager Cony Tottee was pleased with his sides end of season change report.
Nearly all of his young side had bar increases and are progressing well, although his side is still weak compared to others.
Cony has however been forced to place a few on the transfer market to raise cash for training.
Nearly all of his young side had bar increases and are progressing well, although his side is still weak compared to others.
Cony has however been forced to place a few on the transfer market to raise cash for training.
Bolton move quickly to get new man
Bolton Hillbillies have moved quickly to fill the vacancy left by MasterReids surprise departure.
The new manager in charge is Gary_C and he has moved quickly to rename the club Hicktown Hillbillies.
A club spokesman said "We are delighted to get a new manager in Gary_C, we are hopeful that he will stay with us for a long time and lead us in the right direction."
Admin Eaglesrjh was equally delighted to have the vacancy filled. "It's good to get the vacancy filled quickly and I wish Gary_C all the best with his new club."
The new manager in charge is Gary_C and he has moved quickly to rename the club Hicktown Hillbillies.
A club spokesman said "We are delighted to get a new manager in Gary_C, we are hopeful that he will stay with us for a long time and lead us in the right direction."
Admin Eaglesrjh was equally delighted to have the vacancy filled. "It's good to get the vacancy filled quickly and I wish Gary_C all the best with his new club."
Meelas Makes His a Double
ThunderCats secured the title for the second season running with a 2-0 win at Three Lions FC. A free-kick on six minutes by Jake Sephton gave them the ideal start as it flew past Valdezuka into the goal. Luca Tonizu tried to respond for the hosts but had his shot blocked by Magro before the ‘keeper also tipped over a Robin van Izu header. The second-half saw Cristiano Izuldo steer a shot off-target before Tonizu put a header wide as the Lions sought an equaliser. ThunderCats would double their lead with only their second chance as Juliano Leite powered in a quality shot. Leonardo Borja then hit a half-volley at the ‘keeper before Izet Hadzic shot over as the visitors looked to step up the pressure. The Lions saw Jose Bosingwa sent-off for brutal play but they did manage to create further chances. A shot by Henning Bade needed saving by Magro before a free-kick by Tonizu flew well-wide. This proved their last hurrah as ThunderCats claimed the title amidst wild celebrations. Meelas added hopefully for the club’s fans that ‘a good change report will carry me through next season.’ Certainly with a hat-trick of titles to aim for there seems to be every reason to stay. Speaking of his pre-season plans Izuka said that he’d be ‘trying to persuade managers to sell a few potential new Lions to them.’
West Brom drew 3-3 with Stanley as their title dreams came up just short. A Willie Johnston header was saved by Moss before the visitors took the lead as Alan Martindale shot home in the penalty area. Cyrille Regis made sure they would not be behind for long, though, as he powered in a shot from distance and he then turned the game on its head by shooting home inside the area. The Strollers would double their lead on 48 minutes as Regis completed his hat-trick from the penalty spot. However, Mitchell Arkwright returned the favour three minutes later as he scored a penalty to halve the deficit. Enrico Fuentes brought the very best out of Carson from a powerful shot but there was nothing the ‘keeper could do as Martindale toe-poked home the equaliser on 57 minutes. Stanley saw Dijedon Betimaj hit the bar with a toe-poke while Regis missed an effort at the other end. Garry Molseley would waste a late chance to win the game for Stanley but a point was fair after a scintillating encounter. DD explained that ‘experience told in the end’ but his club are in fine shape to challenge for seasons to come. Markham also enjoyed an excellent season and he will be looking to build on this next term with a well-rounded and experienced squad.
F.C. Greatness were relegated as they could only draw 2-2 at home to Tranmere Rovers. Greatness had the first chance with Martinus Benfari hitting a shot over the bar on six minutes. Manuel Bonda would also miss the target at the other end before Jari Sjoholm had a free-kick saved by Rachao. A powerful shot by Faust Baronchelli was close to giving Greatness the lead as his effort struck wood but they would fall behind as Marten Wessman rounded Rachao to give Tranmere the opening goal. Sjoholm then had a free-kick saved as Tranmere finished the half on top. Sjoholm would start the second-half with a free-kick as well but put his effort off-target. This would be punished as Benfari shot home following a breakaway for the hosts while Baronchelli had an effort saved as they attempted to get the three points for safety. Angelo Foggia did flick in a header moments later as Greatness went 2-1 up to the delight of the home crowd. The lead would be short-lived, though, as Manuel Bonha hit home a half-volley for Tranmere and the hosts needed a good save from Rachao to deny Gabriel Dolff a winning goal from a header. Darren Calvert must now look to lead his side to promotion from Division One for the second time after enduring a disappointing campaign. Baz meanwhile will look for further progress next season after overhauling his side during this campaign.
Hun Haters survived in the top flight despite losing 3-2 at home to Totaalvoetbal. HH had the first chance and found themselves unfortunate as Lee Kidlaw hit the post with a cracking shot while Shirsh Vajpayee missed the target at the other end with a header. Nigel Bruggink would also miss the target for the hosts before Pierre van Diemen put Totaal in front with an unerring volley. Iain Emery put a shot high above goal while Horacio Metelo hit the bar at the other end as the chances kept coming. The second-half saw HH equalise with their first chance as Bruggink lobbed home on 57 minutes. However, Totaal were back on the attack and after Edwin Hayter and Johan Juffing had shots saved van Diemen put them back in front with a well-placed effort. Showing great spirit the home side came back once more although Finlay MacCleir’s shot was more luck than judgement but it had enough on it to beat Rimmer and make it 2-2. Miquel Oriol luckily deflected the ball straight to his own ‘keeper before they managed to steal the game; Metelo producing a storybook ending to his career with a brilliant free-kick which left them 3-2 winners. Celticchris can plan ahead now with his side still safely an RMI team and the manager and fans alike will be hoping for a higher finish next term. Robin Meeblind, meanwhile, was pleased to ‘finish the season on a high’ before cautioning fans that there ‘might not be many new faces for next term.’
Santos made sure that Jimmy’s final match in charge of New York City would be a miserable one as the home side ran out 4-1 winners. A Robbie Mitchell shot was saved before Rogerio Franca gave the home side a 10th minute lead after a quick breakaway. Sattler saved from Mitchell once more before Franca beat him again with a powerful strike from distance for 2-0. Adriano Ribeiro was denied by Sattler as the home side remained dominant although Eugene Kameni Idriss did force Rodenas into a save before half-time from a free-kick. Santos started the second-half strongly and added a third goal courtesy of a lob by Patricio Bento. A penalty by David Sattler did briefly give the away fans hope but Cesar Ferrari fired another warning shot at the other end with a lob which went over. Franca would seal the win with his hat-trick goal on 72 minutes as he hit a pearler from distance to finish the season on a high for Santos. Sean7’s side can now look ahead with confidence after a fourth-placed finish and if they maintain their end of season form into the start of the new one then they will be tough to stop. Jimmy proclaimed himself ‘gutted’ to have finished with a loss before taking up his new post and with Big K now taking over, the club will look for a new direction next season.
AC Milan defeated Yorkshires Amateurs 2-0 to finish a disappointing season on a positive note. Milan had the first chance and took the lead as Andrea Pirlo curled home a shot from distance. Victor Moses then had a header saved before the Amateurs saw Oliver Ambler’s header saved by Hindle. Jeffrey Cheeseman would lob a header over for the hosts before Bernard Lormor added the second goal with a low long range strike. The second-half saw further chances for the visitors but Humphrey Biehn had a shot saved before heading wide. Savino Piovanelli would be unlucky not to score with a diving header but it struck a post and went safe as Milan settled for a 2-0 win. XMensch and Danlufc13 will both be looking to lead their sides straight back into the top division next season with the Amateurs manager looking ‘to bring in the players that will allow them’ to do this right away.
West Brom drew 3-3 with Stanley as their title dreams came up just short. A Willie Johnston header was saved by Moss before the visitors took the lead as Alan Martindale shot home in the penalty area. Cyrille Regis made sure they would not be behind for long, though, as he powered in a shot from distance and he then turned the game on its head by shooting home inside the area. The Strollers would double their lead on 48 minutes as Regis completed his hat-trick from the penalty spot. However, Mitchell Arkwright returned the favour three minutes later as he scored a penalty to halve the deficit. Enrico Fuentes brought the very best out of Carson from a powerful shot but there was nothing the ‘keeper could do as Martindale toe-poked home the equaliser on 57 minutes. Stanley saw Dijedon Betimaj hit the bar with a toe-poke while Regis missed an effort at the other end. Garry Molseley would waste a late chance to win the game for Stanley but a point was fair after a scintillating encounter. DD explained that ‘experience told in the end’ but his club are in fine shape to challenge for seasons to come. Markham also enjoyed an excellent season and he will be looking to build on this next term with a well-rounded and experienced squad.
F.C. Greatness were relegated as they could only draw 2-2 at home to Tranmere Rovers. Greatness had the first chance with Martinus Benfari hitting a shot over the bar on six minutes. Manuel Bonda would also miss the target at the other end before Jari Sjoholm had a free-kick saved by Rachao. A powerful shot by Faust Baronchelli was close to giving Greatness the lead as his effort struck wood but they would fall behind as Marten Wessman rounded Rachao to give Tranmere the opening goal. Sjoholm then had a free-kick saved as Tranmere finished the half on top. Sjoholm would start the second-half with a free-kick as well but put his effort off-target. This would be punished as Benfari shot home following a breakaway for the hosts while Baronchelli had an effort saved as they attempted to get the three points for safety. Angelo Foggia did flick in a header moments later as Greatness went 2-1 up to the delight of the home crowd. The lead would be short-lived, though, as Manuel Bonha hit home a half-volley for Tranmere and the hosts needed a good save from Rachao to deny Gabriel Dolff a winning goal from a header. Darren Calvert must now look to lead his side to promotion from Division One for the second time after enduring a disappointing campaign. Baz meanwhile will look for further progress next season after overhauling his side during this campaign.
Hun Haters survived in the top flight despite losing 3-2 at home to Totaalvoetbal. HH had the first chance and found themselves unfortunate as Lee Kidlaw hit the post with a cracking shot while Shirsh Vajpayee missed the target at the other end with a header. Nigel Bruggink would also miss the target for the hosts before Pierre van Diemen put Totaal in front with an unerring volley. Iain Emery put a shot high above goal while Horacio Metelo hit the bar at the other end as the chances kept coming. The second-half saw HH equalise with their first chance as Bruggink lobbed home on 57 minutes. However, Totaal were back on the attack and after Edwin Hayter and Johan Juffing had shots saved van Diemen put them back in front with a well-placed effort. Showing great spirit the home side came back once more although Finlay MacCleir’s shot was more luck than judgement but it had enough on it to beat Rimmer and make it 2-2. Miquel Oriol luckily deflected the ball straight to his own ‘keeper before they managed to steal the game; Metelo producing a storybook ending to his career with a brilliant free-kick which left them 3-2 winners. Celticchris can plan ahead now with his side still safely an RMI team and the manager and fans alike will be hoping for a higher finish next term. Robin Meeblind, meanwhile, was pleased to ‘finish the season on a high’ before cautioning fans that there ‘might not be many new faces for next term.’
Santos made sure that Jimmy’s final match in charge of New York City would be a miserable one as the home side ran out 4-1 winners. A Robbie Mitchell shot was saved before Rogerio Franca gave the home side a 10th minute lead after a quick breakaway. Sattler saved from Mitchell once more before Franca beat him again with a powerful strike from distance for 2-0. Adriano Ribeiro was denied by Sattler as the home side remained dominant although Eugene Kameni Idriss did force Rodenas into a save before half-time from a free-kick. Santos started the second-half strongly and added a third goal courtesy of a lob by Patricio Bento. A penalty by David Sattler did briefly give the away fans hope but Cesar Ferrari fired another warning shot at the other end with a lob which went over. Franca would seal the win with his hat-trick goal on 72 minutes as he hit a pearler from distance to finish the season on a high for Santos. Sean7’s side can now look ahead with confidence after a fourth-placed finish and if they maintain their end of season form into the start of the new one then they will be tough to stop. Jimmy proclaimed himself ‘gutted’ to have finished with a loss before taking up his new post and with Big K now taking over, the club will look for a new direction next season.
AC Milan defeated Yorkshires Amateurs 2-0 to finish a disappointing season on a positive note. Milan had the first chance and took the lead as Andrea Pirlo curled home a shot from distance. Victor Moses then had a header saved before the Amateurs saw Oliver Ambler’s header saved by Hindle. Jeffrey Cheeseman would lob a header over for the hosts before Bernard Lormor added the second goal with a low long range strike. The second-half saw further chances for the visitors but Humphrey Biehn had a shot saved before heading wide. Savino Piovanelli would be unlucky not to score with a diving header but it struck a post and went safe as Milan settled for a 2-0 win. XMensch and Danlufc13 will both be looking to lead their sides straight back into the top division next season with the Amateurs manager looking ‘to bring in the players that will allow them’ to do this right away.
Eagles to Nest in Top Flight
The Vikings secured the last promotion spot from Division One with a 3-1 home victory over nearest challengers Pahang. Anastasios Tassiopoulos flicked a header in on nine minutes and The Vikings appeared the more progressive side in the main. Evstathios Gourmas would then volley wide as the rest of the half passed without much incident. A free-kick by Aris Almanidis on 58 minutes went just wide before Kilian Strongbow forced a save from Raasch at the other end. Strongbow would level the game with a powerful shot from distance on 64 minutes but a Tassiopoulos shot through the legs of Hussain 14 minutes later re-established the home side’s lead. A well-placed header by Vassilis Papakostas made the score 3-1 and dispelled any doubts the fans had about promotion. Almanidis did hit a free-kick straight at Hussain moments later but the fans were free to celebrate at the final whistle regardless. Eaglesrjh declared it a ‘great game and a great day for the club’ before adding that the club are ‘in a good position to tackle the RMI next season.’ MrT congratulated The Vikings by also saying ‘it was a great last game’ before adding that they ‘deserve it.’
Kirkbride Strollers claimed the title with a thumping 4-0 win over Bolton Hillbilllies. In a thoroughly one-sided contest the home team took the lead courtesy of a powerful effort by Mike Bell on four minutes. Five minutes later and it should have been 2-0 as Keith Ellison had a penalty saved by Dittmer. A half-volley by Craig Stockdale was also saved by the ‘keeper before Malcolm Graham did make it 2-0 with an excellent volley into the net. Ellison would see a shot saved by Dittmer on 24 minutes before he added a third just before half-time with a super diving header. The second-half saw fewer chances but a free-kick by Stephen Robinson hit the post before Graham lobbed in a fourth on 65 minutes. Bolton Hillbillies’ evening went from bad to worse as Perry Gower saw red before MasterReid left his post after the game. With the squad seemingly in a decent position, though, it is hoped they will find a replacement soon. As for Kirkbride they were left celebrating the title with Jazza explaining that he is ‘proud to have come out on top.’
PSV Eindhoven completed the great escape with an excellent 1-0 home victory over promoted Manchester United. Manchester United had the first chance but Darren Gibson saw his free-kick saved by Reina. PSV would soon capitalise on this as Xabi Alonso looped a header over Kuszczak for the opening goal. Reina was in action again soon after with a routine stop from a Wayne Rooney header and United would go in behind as a result. Rooney would be denied by the ‘keeper again at the start of the second-half as the cat gathered at the forward’s feet as he tried to round him. At the other end Kuszczak tipped over a Jeremiah McNally header to keep the lead down to just one. United would have one final chance to pinch a draw but Rooney unluckily struck the bar with a spectacular lob and PSV survived. Kadri somewhat understatedly said ‘good kids’ after they pulled off their escape before adding that he ‘expects everyone to raise their skill bar’ in the change report. Meanwhile, Pakya can look forward to top-flight football next season and the fans will be hopeful they can adapt quickly to the level.
Belly Tubbies were the unlucky side to be relegated after a 4-2 home win over Reggae Reggae Sauce. William Ralph Dean steered in the opener as early as the fifth minute and Tim Cahill put a similar effort wide as the hosts started strongly. Despite this a powerful header by Wayne Mardle levelled matters on 19 minutes although a Gary Linekar volley from distance re-established the home side's lead before the break. RRS saw Tyrone Barratt demand a save from Fitzsimmons as they looked to level for the second time after the interval. They would manage the equaliser on 65 minutes as Mardle netted his second goal with an excellent volley. However, Belly Tubbies wouldn’t be denied with Paul Bracewell powering in for 3-2 before Linekar placed the ball beyond Taylor for a 4-2 lead on 82 minutes. Linekar had a further shot saved but they had done enough to secure the three points. Unfortunately this wasn’t enough to keep them in the division and now Fitzy is charged with the task of leading his side in Division Two next term. Xpertelevener will be hopeful of a better season next term after two successive relegations have left his club reeling.
Kensington Boys Club picked up the point they needed in a 0-0 draw at Villarreal. KBC saw Harry Whitlow hit the angle with an excellent lob before the home side responded with a Richie Chalmers header striking the post. Adrian Gray had a volley saved as the visitors enjoyed the majority of possession during the first-half. They would begin the second-half strongly but Aubrey de Vere hit over before Maurice Jacobs shot wide as they couldn’t make the most of their chances. A Martyn Darby free-kick at the other end was comfortably saved by Lorentzen and both sides settled for a point apiece. Patrik can now concentrate on progressing his side in Division One next term and the same can be said of Cathal at Villarreal following a season of transfer dealings.
AJ Rovers finished an excellent campaign with a 2-0 home success over St Omer. Rovers began brightly with Gordon Hogg overcoming a tight angle to put them ahead on seven minutes. Hogg would go close to doubling the lead before the break as he toe-poked against the outside of the post. The second-half opened with Taylor Grape making it 2-0 with a flick header while Elling Jarnoy shot wide. Further chances came in the last ten minutes as Byron Simon narrowly missed from a free-kick before Chad Atlee’s header was saved. Joseph Radders did try to respond for Omer but his shot was saved and the points belonged to Rovers. Rothion can be proud of a fine season and will now challenge his troops to go a place further next term and win promotion. ConyTottee can now assess his squad following a tough season but with the players progressing all the time the future remains promising.
Kirkbride Strollers claimed the title with a thumping 4-0 win over Bolton Hillbilllies. In a thoroughly one-sided contest the home team took the lead courtesy of a powerful effort by Mike Bell on four minutes. Five minutes later and it should have been 2-0 as Keith Ellison had a penalty saved by Dittmer. A half-volley by Craig Stockdale was also saved by the ‘keeper before Malcolm Graham did make it 2-0 with an excellent volley into the net. Ellison would see a shot saved by Dittmer on 24 minutes before he added a third just before half-time with a super diving header. The second-half saw fewer chances but a free-kick by Stephen Robinson hit the post before Graham lobbed in a fourth on 65 minutes. Bolton Hillbillies’ evening went from bad to worse as Perry Gower saw red before MasterReid left his post after the game. With the squad seemingly in a decent position, though, it is hoped they will find a replacement soon. As for Kirkbride they were left celebrating the title with Jazza explaining that he is ‘proud to have come out on top.’
PSV Eindhoven completed the great escape with an excellent 1-0 home victory over promoted Manchester United. Manchester United had the first chance but Darren Gibson saw his free-kick saved by Reina. PSV would soon capitalise on this as Xabi Alonso looped a header over Kuszczak for the opening goal. Reina was in action again soon after with a routine stop from a Wayne Rooney header and United would go in behind as a result. Rooney would be denied by the ‘keeper again at the start of the second-half as the cat gathered at the forward’s feet as he tried to round him. At the other end Kuszczak tipped over a Jeremiah McNally header to keep the lead down to just one. United would have one final chance to pinch a draw but Rooney unluckily struck the bar with a spectacular lob and PSV survived. Kadri somewhat understatedly said ‘good kids’ after they pulled off their escape before adding that he ‘expects everyone to raise their skill bar’ in the change report. Meanwhile, Pakya can look forward to top-flight football next season and the fans will be hopeful they can adapt quickly to the level.
Belly Tubbies were the unlucky side to be relegated after a 4-2 home win over Reggae Reggae Sauce. William Ralph Dean steered in the opener as early as the fifth minute and Tim Cahill put a similar effort wide as the hosts started strongly. Despite this a powerful header by Wayne Mardle levelled matters on 19 minutes although a Gary Linekar volley from distance re-established the home side's lead before the break. RRS saw Tyrone Barratt demand a save from Fitzsimmons as they looked to level for the second time after the interval. They would manage the equaliser on 65 minutes as Mardle netted his second goal with an excellent volley. However, Belly Tubbies wouldn’t be denied with Paul Bracewell powering in for 3-2 before Linekar placed the ball beyond Taylor for a 4-2 lead on 82 minutes. Linekar had a further shot saved but they had done enough to secure the three points. Unfortunately this wasn’t enough to keep them in the division and now Fitzy is charged with the task of leading his side in Division Two next term. Xpertelevener will be hopeful of a better season next term after two successive relegations have left his club reeling.
Kensington Boys Club picked up the point they needed in a 0-0 draw at Villarreal. KBC saw Harry Whitlow hit the angle with an excellent lob before the home side responded with a Richie Chalmers header striking the post. Adrian Gray had a volley saved as the visitors enjoyed the majority of possession during the first-half. They would begin the second-half strongly but Aubrey de Vere hit over before Maurice Jacobs shot wide as they couldn’t make the most of their chances. A Martyn Darby free-kick at the other end was comfortably saved by Lorentzen and both sides settled for a point apiece. Patrik can now concentrate on progressing his side in Division One next term and the same can be said of Cathal at Villarreal following a season of transfer dealings.
AJ Rovers finished an excellent campaign with a 2-0 home success over St Omer. Rovers began brightly with Gordon Hogg overcoming a tight angle to put them ahead on seven minutes. Hogg would go close to doubling the lead before the break as he toe-poked against the outside of the post. The second-half opened with Taylor Grape making it 2-0 with a flick header while Elling Jarnoy shot wide. Further chances came in the last ten minutes as Byron Simon narrowly missed from a free-kick before Chad Atlee’s header was saved. Joseph Radders did try to respond for Omer but his shot was saved and the points belonged to Rovers. Rothion can be proud of a fine season and will now challenge his troops to go a place further next term and win promotion. ConyTottee can now assess his squad following a tough season but with the players progressing all the time the future remains promising.
Madrid Master Murray
Real Madrid defeated Bill Murray FC 1-0 to secure the final promotion spot in Division Two. Madrid were the dominant force and had an Aren Garabedian header go close on 10 minutes. Samvel Mortanian then had a shot saved by Hiller and the ‘keeper was in action once more to save from Kevin Gabriele’s flick header. The second-half was a tighter affair with Murray having the first chance; Denilson Pereira Neves having a header stopped by Nersesian. Madrid would regain control and Mortanian powered in the crucial goal on 82 minutes. Kapo Kachadorian headed tamely at Hiller late on but it wasn’t to matter as Madrid had done enough to secure promotion. Promotion caps an incredible eight match winning streak which FredRizzo has masterminded. With such an impressive manager at the helm Madrid will be hoping for even better things in Division One next term. CM brushed off the disappointment of losing out to offer congratulations to the promoted teams before adding that they’ll ‘come back next season stronger and hungrier.’
Bonkers won the clash of the top two in a 3-1 away success at White Hawk FC. Bonkers started brightly with Chris Sutton hitting a post with a fine header. Joel Weymouth wasn’t as accurate as his shot went wide before Elton Hills also lobbed over. Hawk had their first chance at the start of the second-half with Matts Perman showing a clinical instinct to head home the opener. He narrowly failed in making it 2-0 as his placed shot wasn’t quite accurate enough and Bonkers hit back. Weymouth powered in the equaliser with a fearsome strike while Edip Bayrak thought he had turned the game on its head but had his shot disallowed for offside. Bayrak would put Bonkers ahead, though, as he headed in style before Elton Hills put them 3-1 up with a shot after a corner. Sutton hit the angle of post and bar with a fine lob while Weymouth smashed an effort against the bar with a well-placed header. Bayrak would waste a further chance late on but Bonkers had already done enough to warrant a comfortable victory. GarethLloyd declared that they ‘played (their) best game of the season’ in victory and declared they ‘should have a good chance next season’ despite the higher division. Hooraymee will also be plotting a successful first campaign in Division One following a superb campaign which has seen them deservedly crowned champions.
Futsal escaped relegation with an excellent 4-0 home win over Norfolk which capped a super end-of-season run. Rick Tuttle looped in a header for the opening goal on eight minutes to settle any Futsal nerves. Robin Barratt would then power in a header of his own to ensure a 2-0 advantage as the sides went into the break. Mirciulica Bardes was unfortunate after the break as his header struck wood but Barratt would volley home on 56 minutes to make it 3-0. Freddy Kennedy added another header on 58 minutes to make it 4-0 and put any lingering doubts about safety to bed. Norfolk did rally towards the end of the game with a half-volley by Dan Ruffer narrowly missing the target before Evgeny Kuryanov demanded an excellent save from Heckingbottom after a fine strike. Wild scenes of celebration followed the final whistle with Jake saying he ‘hopes to sign some players to finish in the promotion places next season.’ Howemiester will now see how his side shapes up after the change report before finalising plans for Division Three football next season.
The Lone Wanderers finished their fine season with a 2-1 home victory over a Juventus side who ended up relegated. Juventus had the first effort on goal but Jacobo Chacros put his free-kick too close to Peyton who made the save. The response by the home side was a side-footed shot by Frans Fleischer but he couldn’t match the accuracy with enough power to open the scoring. Chacros attempted another free-kick for Juve but it flew wide of the target while William MacAvish’s attempt at the other end couldn’t find the net either. The opening goal of the game did arrive on 42 minutes as Evandro Lemos converted a penalty for the home side. They doubled their lead quickly after the resumption as Fleischer powered in a header after a corner to give them a stranglehold on proceedings. Juve responded well for the rest of the game and pressed to get back into the contest. A penalty by Obadele Eliakwu halved the deficit but when the chance came to rescue a point Chacros hit his free-kick tamely and off-target and they slipped to a 2-1 defeat. Following the victory Wanderers News was reporting ‘rumours’ linking their manager with New York City but with that job now being taken the fans can look forward to another impressive season next time out. SuperJuve must now rebuild his club in Division Three following a disappointing run but the manager has shown his talent before and will no doubt do so again.
The battle of the Kings produced a rare old game as Los Samgeles edged out Kroklund 3-2 at Staples Center. Los Samgeles opened the scoring on nine minutes as Ladislav Nagy connected powerfully from distance to beat Kangashaka. This lead was swiftly doubled as Dustin Brown converted a 13th minute penalty to leave Kroklund reeling. Kroklund did respond with a header by Dead Three but it went just over before the home side had an Alexander Frolov header miss the target. Three would bring Kroklund back into it before the break as he steered in a shot on 41 minutes. The second-half saw more goal action with Kroklund’s Aatu Vuokki having a side-footed shot saved by Cloutier. Los Samgeles had chances of their own and Nagy only missed with another powerful shot on 58 minutes before lobbing over moments later. A free-kick by Nagy then stirred Kangashaka into a fine save before Michal Handzus placed a header into the far corner to make it 3-1. Bosse Bong’s free-kick was saved as Kroklund looked to bring themselves back into it and they did pull a goal back courtesy of a precise header by Tero Perotie. This wasn’t enough to spark a fight-back, though, and Los Samgeles ran out 3-2 winners. Stripy’s side have been value for money this term with a massive 97 goals going in during their games and if he can tighten his side up defensively they’ll take some stopping next term. Kroklund will look for progression next term after living up to bossebong’s survival hopes this season.
These Charming Men ran out 2-0 winners at Cressex on the final day as they closed the curtain on a fine season. Cressex did start well with Emil Rojas hitting a free-kick which needed saving by Avellino. However, they were soon behind as Jordi Rodri netted from the spot on 16 minutes. A breakaway saw Loran Rajabi chip against the bar on 23 minutes while Tord Jakobson’s free-kick was saved by Stoker late in the half. The second-half began with the visitors on top and a side-footed effort by Rajabi was unfortunate to rebound off wood. Stuart Cooksey would have a header stopped by Stoker before Cressex wasted a chance as Rojas headed wildly off-target. Gerard Caffrey would extend the visitors lead on 62 minutes with a powerfully curled effort and Rodri might have added a further goal but Stoker was well-placed to make the save. Rajabi missed the target with a curled shot of his own while Pietro Grimaldi missed by inches at the other end. Ultimately it was TCM who would finish the season on a high and with RDCM at the held few would argue that they’ll be up there fighting for promotion again next season. Villan_RAS will look to get his side moving in the right direction in Division Three next season after one of disappointment this time round.
Bonkers won the clash of the top two in a 3-1 away success at White Hawk FC. Bonkers started brightly with Chris Sutton hitting a post with a fine header. Joel Weymouth wasn’t as accurate as his shot went wide before Elton Hills also lobbed over. Hawk had their first chance at the start of the second-half with Matts Perman showing a clinical instinct to head home the opener. He narrowly failed in making it 2-0 as his placed shot wasn’t quite accurate enough and Bonkers hit back. Weymouth powered in the equaliser with a fearsome strike while Edip Bayrak thought he had turned the game on its head but had his shot disallowed for offside. Bayrak would put Bonkers ahead, though, as he headed in style before Elton Hills put them 3-1 up with a shot after a corner. Sutton hit the angle of post and bar with a fine lob while Weymouth smashed an effort against the bar with a well-placed header. Bayrak would waste a further chance late on but Bonkers had already done enough to warrant a comfortable victory. GarethLloyd declared that they ‘played (their) best game of the season’ in victory and declared they ‘should have a good chance next season’ despite the higher division. Hooraymee will also be plotting a successful first campaign in Division One following a superb campaign which has seen them deservedly crowned champions.
Futsal escaped relegation with an excellent 4-0 home win over Norfolk which capped a super end-of-season run. Rick Tuttle looped in a header for the opening goal on eight minutes to settle any Futsal nerves. Robin Barratt would then power in a header of his own to ensure a 2-0 advantage as the sides went into the break. Mirciulica Bardes was unfortunate after the break as his header struck wood but Barratt would volley home on 56 minutes to make it 3-0. Freddy Kennedy added another header on 58 minutes to make it 4-0 and put any lingering doubts about safety to bed. Norfolk did rally towards the end of the game with a half-volley by Dan Ruffer narrowly missing the target before Evgeny Kuryanov demanded an excellent save from Heckingbottom after a fine strike. Wild scenes of celebration followed the final whistle with Jake saying he ‘hopes to sign some players to finish in the promotion places next season.’ Howemiester will now see how his side shapes up after the change report before finalising plans for Division Three football next season.
The Lone Wanderers finished their fine season with a 2-1 home victory over a Juventus side who ended up relegated. Juventus had the first effort on goal but Jacobo Chacros put his free-kick too close to Peyton who made the save. The response by the home side was a side-footed shot by Frans Fleischer but he couldn’t match the accuracy with enough power to open the scoring. Chacros attempted another free-kick for Juve but it flew wide of the target while William MacAvish’s attempt at the other end couldn’t find the net either. The opening goal of the game did arrive on 42 minutes as Evandro Lemos converted a penalty for the home side. They doubled their lead quickly after the resumption as Fleischer powered in a header after a corner to give them a stranglehold on proceedings. Juve responded well for the rest of the game and pressed to get back into the contest. A penalty by Obadele Eliakwu halved the deficit but when the chance came to rescue a point Chacros hit his free-kick tamely and off-target and they slipped to a 2-1 defeat. Following the victory Wanderers News was reporting ‘rumours’ linking their manager with New York City but with that job now being taken the fans can look forward to another impressive season next time out. SuperJuve must now rebuild his club in Division Three following a disappointing run but the manager has shown his talent before and will no doubt do so again.
The battle of the Kings produced a rare old game as Los Samgeles edged out Kroklund 3-2 at Staples Center. Los Samgeles opened the scoring on nine minutes as Ladislav Nagy connected powerfully from distance to beat Kangashaka. This lead was swiftly doubled as Dustin Brown converted a 13th minute penalty to leave Kroklund reeling. Kroklund did respond with a header by Dead Three but it went just over before the home side had an Alexander Frolov header miss the target. Three would bring Kroklund back into it before the break as he steered in a shot on 41 minutes. The second-half saw more goal action with Kroklund’s Aatu Vuokki having a side-footed shot saved by Cloutier. Los Samgeles had chances of their own and Nagy only missed with another powerful shot on 58 minutes before lobbing over moments later. A free-kick by Nagy then stirred Kangashaka into a fine save before Michal Handzus placed a header into the far corner to make it 3-1. Bosse Bong’s free-kick was saved as Kroklund looked to bring themselves back into it and they did pull a goal back courtesy of a precise header by Tero Perotie. This wasn’t enough to spark a fight-back, though, and Los Samgeles ran out 3-2 winners. Stripy’s side have been value for money this term with a massive 97 goals going in during their games and if he can tighten his side up defensively they’ll take some stopping next term. Kroklund will look for progression next term after living up to bossebong’s survival hopes this season.
These Charming Men ran out 2-0 winners at Cressex on the final day as they closed the curtain on a fine season. Cressex did start well with Emil Rojas hitting a free-kick which needed saving by Avellino. However, they were soon behind as Jordi Rodri netted from the spot on 16 minutes. A breakaway saw Loran Rajabi chip against the bar on 23 minutes while Tord Jakobson’s free-kick was saved by Stoker late in the half. The second-half began with the visitors on top and a side-footed effort by Rajabi was unfortunate to rebound off wood. Stuart Cooksey would have a header stopped by Stoker before Cressex wasted a chance as Rojas headed wildly off-target. Gerard Caffrey would extend the visitors lead on 62 minutes with a powerfully curled effort and Rodri might have added a further goal but Stoker was well-placed to make the save. Rajabi missed the target with a curled shot of his own while Pietro Grimaldi missed by inches at the other end. Ultimately it was TCM who would finish the season on a high and with RDCM at the held few would argue that they’ll be up there fighting for promotion again next season. Villan_RAS will look to get his side moving in the right direction in Division Three next season after one of disappointment this time round.
Trophy Time for Blakey
Carthage duly wrapped up the title on the final day with an easy 3-0 victory at Spartans. Carthage took a while to get going but Svante Jillhed lobbed in on the half-hour only to have it disallowed for offside. They would find the opener on 43 minutes, however, as Guido Eliseo also looped the ball over Neuer. This lead would be doubled before the break as Jillhed finally got his goal; a clinical shot from inside the penalty area. The second-half saw more chances come the way of the visitors with Eliseo having a chip saved by Neuer. Ad Herbal would add the third on 62 minutes with a powerful header while Eliseo had another chip go over. Eric Fray followed suit in lobbing over before then driving a super effort into the crossbar. Ultimately the missed chances wouldn’t cost the visitors who began celebrating a superb season as the final whistle blew. Blakey was already looking ahead and after predicting the title earlier this season he is now ‘confident that his side can jump into the 1st division at the first time of asking.’ Meanwhile, Spartans ushered in a new era as Jimmy took over and rebranded them Futbol Criollo before adding that ‘promotion to Division Two is on the agenda.’
Arsenal finished their season on a downer as they were beaten 2-1 at Morley but still finished in second place and with promotion in the bag. In truth they would pay for missed chances with Eduardo da Silva having an early shot saved by Zubeldia before Val Sheridan nearly helped them out with an errant back-pass. William Gallas would then head high over the bar and they would pay as Florian Arnautu flicked a header in to give Morley a 1-0 lead. Sid Peyton responded with a header of his own but it brushed the post and they would go in a goal behind. The second-half evened out in terms of chances with Morley unfortunate not to double their lead as Gwilym Cullip headed against the angle. They would find their second goal on 76 minutes, though, as Josh Phelps powered in a header. Arsenal tried to respond late in the game but Abou Diaby struck an effort high over and although Theo Walcott lobbed home they couldn’t find another chance that might have brought them parity. DomBrown quickly shrugged off the defeat to celebrate his manager of the season crown with a ‘get in’ cry in Arsenal News. Leeg21’s Morley side finished with four straight wins and can now look ahead to next season with renewed optimism that a promotion campaign is on the cards.
Wiltshire Warriors completed their promotion season with a 1-1 home draw against Glory Hornets. The Hornets enjoyed the first chance but Lionel Monk’s lob was saved by Hogg before Graham Potts put a similar effort over at the other end. A free-kick just after the half-hour saw Toma Popadic go within inches of giving the visitors the lead. The Warriors would respond, though, with Dante de Matteo striking wood with an excellent curled effort before Bob Lake lobbed a header against the bar on 39 minutes. Monk would then head wide at the other end before Paolo Ballotta gave the visitors a half-time lead with a calm finish when through on goal. The second-half saw a quick response by the Warriors as Farshid Jalali powered in a low shot from distance. The only other chance of the half fell to the visitors but Popadic’s diving header went high above the goal and the points were shared. Big K shocked the clubs' fans shortly afterwards by taking on the New York City job so only time will tell what the future holds for the promoted Warriors. Meanwhile, the Hornets’ fans are excited about what GregPerkins can do with a full season in charge.
Dream Team and wortley were involved in an end-of-season classic as the home side edged home 6-4. Wortley started the more positive of the two but Jake Shiver’s header was saved by Delirious before Nigel Krippner volleyed wide. Dream Team’s first chance came on 18 minutes with Dudley Dream hitting a free-kick off-target. This was closely followed by a Brandon Hiller header going wide for wortley. The first goal duly arrived on 23 minutes as Mil Moody powered in a header to leave Gareth well-beaten. The home side were now in confident mood and Warren Wish steered in number two a minute later. Moody followed by hitting a lob just over before a diving header by Luke Light lit up the stadium for 3-0. Rai Kike offered wortley some hope by drilling home inside the area for 3-1 before heading in accurately on 42 minutes to leave them only a goal behind at the interval. Dream Team started quickly after the break but Light’s shot was saved by Gareth. Moody would make it 4-2, though, with a hard shot inside the area but a lob header by Hiller quickly reduced the deficit to one again. The home side would be next to score as Dream netted from the spot to make it 5-3 on 62 minutes and this quickly became 6-3 as Adam Aspire rounded Gareth to slot home. Wortley kept pressing to their credit with Alfred Naples chipping in to make it 6-4 on 66 minutes. However, somewhat unbelievably, after what had gone before it this turned out to be the last chance of the game and Dream Team went home in party mood after a 6-4 triumph. MrJames admitted he ‘wasn’t exactly expecting 6-4’ but the result was ‘as planned’ as he now looks ahead to next season. Thegreatlordbags’ side have come up five points short this term and the whole club looks well-set to go even better next season.
Alsancak’s young side finished on a high as they defeated Tir Eoghain 3-1 at Mosquito Alley. Rory Burston headed over before Broderick Shilton was denied by Cirkovic at the other end as the game started brightly. Lee Cattermole would put the hosts ahead on 19 minutes with a powerful low shot while a free-kick by Andrew Taylor smashed into the crossbar shortly afterwards. Burston was denied by Raberg after an excellent header before he did get his goal with a fine lob from range. Fabrice Muamba forced Raberg into another save before Eoghain looked to hit back with Shilton having three efforts which cleared the bar. Jim Hotte would also have a header saved by Cirkovic before the home side re-established themselves with Frazier Campbell going within millimetres of making it 3-0. The visitors would be hit by an injury to Ivo Deus which meant they would play the second-half with 10-men after choosing not to name any substitutes. Alsancak were quickly on the attack with Campbell hitting the post with a powerful effort before Burston’s header was saved by Raberg. Taylor would add a third with an excellent chip before Muamba’s header hit a post as they looked for more goals. Muamba would hit a tame effort at the ‘keeper before Eoghain defiantly hit back through a Kyle Lang lob on 90 minutes. The hosts would have the final chance but Burston’s header went wide although it couldn’t hide a satisfactory afternoon for Wienersnitzel’s team. They will now look to progress next season after picking up 17 points with a very inexperienced side this term. Tyroneabu has had a successful start to life as a manager in the RM leagues and will be looking forward to his first full season next term.
EspAda picked up their first win with a 2-0 away victory over rudderless The Champs. A Gregor Muller effort was beaten away by Irving as the first-half passed relatively quietly. The visitors would be improved after the break, however, and created numerous opportunities. Allan Bound opened the scoring on 47 minutes with a powerful strike in the area before a free-kick by Norman Cederhag went just wide. Cederhag would try his luck again moments later but this time it went over and Bound hit a curled shot wide as the chances kept coming. Bound would then put a powerful shot over before Herbert Stigsson made it 2-0 with a thumping long range shot. Lone_totti was pleased with his first victory and challenged his players to give ‘100% to me during every match next season.’ Good times may just be around the corner for EspAda. The same cannot be said of The Champs who remain in the wilderness following Wylie’s disappearance earlier in the season. It remains to be seen whether anyone will come and rescue this once proud football club although the word for management is that the club will fold.
Arsenal finished their season on a downer as they were beaten 2-1 at Morley but still finished in second place and with promotion in the bag. In truth they would pay for missed chances with Eduardo da Silva having an early shot saved by Zubeldia before Val Sheridan nearly helped them out with an errant back-pass. William Gallas would then head high over the bar and they would pay as Florian Arnautu flicked a header in to give Morley a 1-0 lead. Sid Peyton responded with a header of his own but it brushed the post and they would go in a goal behind. The second-half evened out in terms of chances with Morley unfortunate not to double their lead as Gwilym Cullip headed against the angle. They would find their second goal on 76 minutes, though, as Josh Phelps powered in a header. Arsenal tried to respond late in the game but Abou Diaby struck an effort high over and although Theo Walcott lobbed home they couldn’t find another chance that might have brought them parity. DomBrown quickly shrugged off the defeat to celebrate his manager of the season crown with a ‘get in’ cry in Arsenal News. Leeg21’s Morley side finished with four straight wins and can now look ahead to next season with renewed optimism that a promotion campaign is on the cards.
Wiltshire Warriors completed their promotion season with a 1-1 home draw against Glory Hornets. The Hornets enjoyed the first chance but Lionel Monk’s lob was saved by Hogg before Graham Potts put a similar effort over at the other end. A free-kick just after the half-hour saw Toma Popadic go within inches of giving the visitors the lead. The Warriors would respond, though, with Dante de Matteo striking wood with an excellent curled effort before Bob Lake lobbed a header against the bar on 39 minutes. Monk would then head wide at the other end before Paolo Ballotta gave the visitors a half-time lead with a calm finish when through on goal. The second-half saw a quick response by the Warriors as Farshid Jalali powered in a low shot from distance. The only other chance of the half fell to the visitors but Popadic’s diving header went high above the goal and the points were shared. Big K shocked the clubs' fans shortly afterwards by taking on the New York City job so only time will tell what the future holds for the promoted Warriors. Meanwhile, the Hornets’ fans are excited about what GregPerkins can do with a full season in charge.
Dream Team and wortley were involved in an end-of-season classic as the home side edged home 6-4. Wortley started the more positive of the two but Jake Shiver’s header was saved by Delirious before Nigel Krippner volleyed wide. Dream Team’s first chance came on 18 minutes with Dudley Dream hitting a free-kick off-target. This was closely followed by a Brandon Hiller header going wide for wortley. The first goal duly arrived on 23 minutes as Mil Moody powered in a header to leave Gareth well-beaten. The home side were now in confident mood and Warren Wish steered in number two a minute later. Moody followed by hitting a lob just over before a diving header by Luke Light lit up the stadium for 3-0. Rai Kike offered wortley some hope by drilling home inside the area for 3-1 before heading in accurately on 42 minutes to leave them only a goal behind at the interval. Dream Team started quickly after the break but Light’s shot was saved by Gareth. Moody would make it 4-2, though, with a hard shot inside the area but a lob header by Hiller quickly reduced the deficit to one again. The home side would be next to score as Dream netted from the spot to make it 5-3 on 62 minutes and this quickly became 6-3 as Adam Aspire rounded Gareth to slot home. Wortley kept pressing to their credit with Alfred Naples chipping in to make it 6-4 on 66 minutes. However, somewhat unbelievably, after what had gone before it this turned out to be the last chance of the game and Dream Team went home in party mood after a 6-4 triumph. MrJames admitted he ‘wasn’t exactly expecting 6-4’ but the result was ‘as planned’ as he now looks ahead to next season. Thegreatlordbags’ side have come up five points short this term and the whole club looks well-set to go even better next season.
Alsancak’s young side finished on a high as they defeated Tir Eoghain 3-1 at Mosquito Alley. Rory Burston headed over before Broderick Shilton was denied by Cirkovic at the other end as the game started brightly. Lee Cattermole would put the hosts ahead on 19 minutes with a powerful low shot while a free-kick by Andrew Taylor smashed into the crossbar shortly afterwards. Burston was denied by Raberg after an excellent header before he did get his goal with a fine lob from range. Fabrice Muamba forced Raberg into another save before Eoghain looked to hit back with Shilton having three efforts which cleared the bar. Jim Hotte would also have a header saved by Cirkovic before the home side re-established themselves with Frazier Campbell going within millimetres of making it 3-0. The visitors would be hit by an injury to Ivo Deus which meant they would play the second-half with 10-men after choosing not to name any substitutes. Alsancak were quickly on the attack with Campbell hitting the post with a powerful effort before Burston’s header was saved by Raberg. Taylor would add a third with an excellent chip before Muamba’s header hit a post as they looked for more goals. Muamba would hit a tame effort at the ‘keeper before Eoghain defiantly hit back through a Kyle Lang lob on 90 minutes. The hosts would have the final chance but Burston’s header went wide although it couldn’t hide a satisfactory afternoon for Wienersnitzel’s team. They will now look to progress next season after picking up 17 points with a very inexperienced side this term. Tyroneabu has had a successful start to life as a manager in the RM leagues and will be looking forward to his first full season next term.
EspAda picked up their first win with a 2-0 away victory over rudderless The Champs. A Gregor Muller effort was beaten away by Irving as the first-half passed relatively quietly. The visitors would be improved after the break, however, and created numerous opportunities. Allan Bound opened the scoring on 47 minutes with a powerful strike in the area before a free-kick by Norman Cederhag went just wide. Cederhag would try his luck again moments later but this time it went over and Bound hit a curled shot wide as the chances kept coming. Bound would then put a powerful shot over before Herbert Stigsson made it 2-0 with a thumping long range shot. Lone_totti was pleased with his first victory and challenged his players to give ‘100% to me during every match next season.’ Good times may just be around the corner for EspAda. The same cannot be said of The Champs who remain in the wilderness following Wylie’s disappearance earlier in the season. It remains to be seen whether anyone will come and rescue this once proud football club although the word for management is that the club will fold.
Planning starts here
The Yorkshire Amateurs have begun their plans for life outside the top division. A number of players, deemed surplus to requirements are now on the transfer list as manager Danlufc13 tries to bring in the players that will allow them to bounce straight back at the first time of asking.
Change report
As we expected change report wasn't what we wanted. We had lost some skill points but mostly only with older players which are going to be sold or sacked soon. There will be new places for younger players from our younger selections and we might buy someone too.
Metelo Magic 'Til the End
Totaalvoetbal finished the season with a 3-0 home success over Tranmere before travelling Hun Haters to record a 3-2 away win.
Goals by Metelo, Edwin Hayter and Ike Dyer gave them the win over Tranmere which extended their streak to three successive wins.
This was followed by a highly competitive 3-2 win at HH which saw a fairytale ending for Horacio Metelo as he netted an 89th minute winner from a trademark free-kick.
Earlier goals from Pierre van Diemen had twice put Totaal in front before the hosts hit back through Nigel Bruggink and Finlay MacCleir.
Metelo was a tearful man at the full-time whistle as he brought an end to a brilliant career at Totaalvoetbal:
“It’s been a dream for me,” began the midfield maestro.
“To win Division One followed by the RMI title will live long in my memory and I will continue to come to the stadium only this time it will be to watch my team play.”
Goals by Metelo, Edwin Hayter and Ike Dyer gave them the win over Tranmere which extended their streak to three successive wins.
This was followed by a highly competitive 3-2 win at HH which saw a fairytale ending for Horacio Metelo as he netted an 89th minute winner from a trademark free-kick.
Earlier goals from Pierre van Diemen had twice put Totaal in front before the hosts hit back through Nigel Bruggink and Finlay MacCleir.
Metelo was a tearful man at the full-time whistle as he brought an end to a brilliant career at Totaalvoetbal:
“It’s been a dream for me,” began the midfield maestro.
“To win Division One followed by the RMI title will live long in my memory and I will continue to come to the stadium only this time it will be to watch my team play.”
Morley Finish on High Note
Town News
Morley finished the season on a high with four consecutive victories, the latest two being a 3-1 win away to Alsancak and a 2-1 win at home to Arsenal, Morley manager Leeg21 is hoping for a good change report, after which he will decide who stays and who goes.
Morley finished the season on a high with four consecutive victories, the latest two being a 3-1 win away to Alsancak and a 2-1 win at home to Arsenal, Morley manager Leeg21 is hoping for a good change report, after which he will decide who stays and who goes.
Finishing the season on a high
2 good wins against bottom half opposition ensured These Charming Men finished the season with a winning mentality, despite missing out on the automatic promotion spots.
Firstly a 4-2 home win against Juventus, followed by a 2-0 away win to Cressex.
As the season ended RDCM seemed content with his sides 6th position, In truth this was always going to be a season of rebuilding after last years poor Change Report.
However the emphasis will definitely be on achieving one of those elusive promotion spots next season.
Good luck to everyone in tomorrows Change Report.
Firstly a 4-2 home win against Juventus, followed by a 2-0 away win to Cressex.
As the season ended RDCM seemed content with his sides 6th position, In truth this was always going to be a season of rebuilding after last years poor Change Report.
However the emphasis will definitely be on achieving one of those elusive promotion spots next season.
Good luck to everyone in tomorrows Change Report.
Pre-season plans
Three Lions FC manager Izuka has big plans this coming pre-season as he looks to offload a couple of members of his current squad and bring in a few new faces.
"I've noticed a few potential new Lions in this league, and this pre-season I'll be trying to persuade their managers to sell them to us," said Izuka to reporters in an interview yesterday.
"I've noticed a few potential new Lions in this league, and this pre-season I'll be trying to persuade their managers to sell them to us," said Izuka to reporters in an interview yesterday.
Good Kids
That all the manager of PSV had to say to his brave youngsters as they beat the odds to secure Division 1 football for next term. its been a brave effort from the boys all season. I expect everyone to raise their skill abr and a couple to raise by 2. but knowing this game and how the x11 system treats me, i wont be getting too excited just yet.
The Vikings 3 - 1 Pahang United
Viking Land News
Party can begin as home win sees the Vikings promoted!
The Vikings went into the game knowing that as long as they did not lose by more than 2 they would be promoted. However the manager does not set up to lose games and the plan was always to try to win the game and take any goal difference issues out of the equation.
There was an air of tense expectation as the teams lined up. Nerves looked like playing their part in the first few minutes as no one got hold of the ball and the game took a twist as Pahang were forced into an early defensive change. however any Vikings nerves were soon settled when Lind took a run out wide, cut back inside and sent over a cross that Tassiopoulos flick headered into the net. 9 minutes gone and the Vikings could looked to secure promotion in style. These were the only chances of the first half as the Vikings played keep ball with 64% possession. 1-0 half time and nearly job done!
The second half began with the Vikings having to defend for a good while as Pahang dominated possession. Defending was done well and it was actually the Vikings who got thhe halfs first chance as Almandis out a 58th minute freekick just wide. Pahang then had a freekick of their own but Strongbow made it easy for Raasch. Pahang did make their possession count though as Strongbow lashed home a powerful effort from range to level the game on 64 minutes. The Vikings then went back to playing on the break as the draw would have been good enough and it was important not to concede any more. One of these breakaways paid dividends in the 78th minute as Ahlm split the defence with a pass that saw Tassiopoulos beat the defenders and nutmeg the keeper to give the Vikings the lead once again. The game and promotion was then made safe by top scorer Papakostas as he got his head onto an 81st minute Ahlm cross and saw the ball sail into the net. This sent the Vikings fans into raptures and the fans sang many songs about the players and the manager. The game was not over though and Almandis saw a 83rd minute freekick easily saved. The game finished in the 93rd minute and promotion was achieved!
As you would expect the home crowd went wild and much cheering and celebrating was had as the manager led the team for a lap round the ground to applaud the fans who have been such a driving force in promotion. Credit must also be paid to the Pahang travelling support who stayed and applauded the Vikings in a very sporting manner.
We caught up with manager Eaglesrjh during the celebrations. "It was a great game and a great day for the club, we are delighted to achieve promotion and will look forward to playing top division football for the first time"
"Credit goes to all the players and the fans (just listen to them) for a great season and as a team we hope we can live up to the fans hopes for next season. I also want to say thanks to TrueBlue for a great game and his kind words at the end, he is a great manager and i'm sure his team will be in the mix next season. I must also congratulate Kirkbride on their title and Manchester on their promotion. We look forward to playing you both next season."
"We can now look forward to next season. we should have a decent update and money is available if we wish to use it so we should be in a good position to tackle the RMI next season."
"I'm now off to celebrate with my team and fans, thank you very much!"
Party can begin as home win sees the Vikings promoted!
The Vikings went into the game knowing that as long as they did not lose by more than 2 they would be promoted. However the manager does not set up to lose games and the plan was always to try to win the game and take any goal difference issues out of the equation.
There was an air of tense expectation as the teams lined up. Nerves looked like playing their part in the first few minutes as no one got hold of the ball and the game took a twist as Pahang were forced into an early defensive change. however any Vikings nerves were soon settled when Lind took a run out wide, cut back inside and sent over a cross that Tassiopoulos flick headered into the net. 9 minutes gone and the Vikings could looked to secure promotion in style. These were the only chances of the first half as the Vikings played keep ball with 64% possession. 1-0 half time and nearly job done!
The second half began with the Vikings having to defend for a good while as Pahang dominated possession. Defending was done well and it was actually the Vikings who got thhe halfs first chance as Almandis out a 58th minute freekick just wide. Pahang then had a freekick of their own but Strongbow made it easy for Raasch. Pahang did make their possession count though as Strongbow lashed home a powerful effort from range to level the game on 64 minutes. The Vikings then went back to playing on the break as the draw would have been good enough and it was important not to concede any more. One of these breakaways paid dividends in the 78th minute as Ahlm split the defence with a pass that saw Tassiopoulos beat the defenders and nutmeg the keeper to give the Vikings the lead once again. The game and promotion was then made safe by top scorer Papakostas as he got his head onto an 81st minute Ahlm cross and saw the ball sail into the net. This sent the Vikings fans into raptures and the fans sang many songs about the players and the manager. The game was not over though and Almandis saw a 83rd minute freekick easily saved. The game finished in the 93rd minute and promotion was achieved!
As you would expect the home crowd went wild and much cheering and celebrating was had as the manager led the team for a lap round the ground to applaud the fans who have been such a driving force in promotion. Credit must also be paid to the Pahang travelling support who stayed and applauded the Vikings in a very sporting manner.
We caught up with manager Eaglesrjh during the celebrations. "It was a great game and a great day for the club, we are delighted to achieve promotion and will look forward to playing top division football for the first time"
"Credit goes to all the players and the fans (just listen to them) for a great season and as a team we hope we can live up to the fans hopes for next season. I also want to say thanks to TrueBlue for a great game and his kind words at the end, he is a great manager and i'm sure his team will be in the mix next season. I must also congratulate Kirkbride on their title and Manchester on their promotion. We look forward to playing you both next season."
"We can now look forward to next season. we should have a decent update and money is available if we wish to use it so we should be in a good position to tackle the RMI next season."
"I'm now off to celebrate with my team and fans, thank you very much!"
Trophy Day
Trophy day has at last arrived as predicted early on in the season by Blakey0500. It took until the final game of the season to decide the title but it never really looked in doubt. Carthage FC ended up 3 points clear in the end thanks to a very convincing win away to the Spartans.
With the season over a host of Carthage players look set to win personal awards to help boost the clubs finances. Life in divison 2 will be tougher but Blakey0500 is still confident that his side can jump into the 1st division at the first time of asking.
With the change report looming it will be an exciting few weeks for Carthage FC.
With the season over a host of Carthage players look set to win personal awards to help boost the clubs finances. Life in divison 2 will be tougher but Blakey0500 is still confident that his side can jump into the 1st division at the first time of asking.
With the change report looming it will be an exciting few weeks for Carthage FC.
Thanks to
Robinmeblind fro his generous prizes and all his hard work before he passed the baton onto Eaglesrjh. Thanks also to Eagles, his Vikings gave me as tough a contest as I had all season and i am proud to have come out on top.
This is my favourite league and it is due to all the hard work given by the lads who run it.
I will sponsor a prize for next season
This is my favourite league and it is due to all the hard work given by the lads who run it.
I will sponsor a prize for next season
Manager of the season
"Manager of the season sponsored by RobinMeeblind (3 months)Both Markham33 and DomBrown have 7 manager of the rounds. Tiebreaker is most points so DomBrown wins with 45points to Markham33's 42."
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Last Game Try-Out
'I've only ever played a 4-2-4 3 times before and have a split record of won 1, drawn 1 and lost 1. Today was effectively a trial for the players and management.'
Juventus were gunned down 2-1 in an exciting and very even match, which saw Lance Tomlinson win man of the match for the home team, a very fitting tribute to a great footballing servant.
Interviewed exclusively for The Capital Wasteland news straight after the match Lance said:
'Obviously today made me feel very honoured, a great club has let me end my career here and the fans have received me so well. I just wish we could have payed their kindess and welcoming nature back with promotion, however missing out by 2 points is very upsetting. Every perfomance counts and we underperformed for some games this season. And for that I apologise on behalf of the players.'
When asked if this was how he wanted to go out Lance said:'My last words as a professional player? Let them be; we have a strong core of players, HH will strengthen and most of all HH will be here for next season so his tactics can help guide The Lone Wanderers to Division 1. That is going to be the aim for next season.'
In other news it has been widely rumoured that HH is being looked at for the vacancy at New York City, however this was bound to happen due to his perfomance in his maiden season in the RM Invitational series. The board at The Capital Wasteland stadium were unavailable for comment however one insider has said 'a full decision will be made by HH by Monday'.
This could be a kick in the teeth for the club as they aim to recover from a tough season with the pre-season cup and challenge for promotion next season.
Juventus were gunned down 2-1 in an exciting and very even match, which saw Lance Tomlinson win man of the match for the home team, a very fitting tribute to a great footballing servant.
Interviewed exclusively for The Capital Wasteland news straight after the match Lance said:
'Obviously today made me feel very honoured, a great club has let me end my career here and the fans have received me so well. I just wish we could have payed their kindess and welcoming nature back with promotion, however missing out by 2 points is very upsetting. Every perfomance counts and we underperformed for some games this season. And for that I apologise on behalf of the players.'
When asked if this was how he wanted to go out Lance said:'My last words as a professional player? Let them be; we have a strong core of players, HH will strengthen and most of all HH will be here for next season so his tactics can help guide The Lone Wanderers to Division 1. That is going to be the aim for next season.'
In other news it has been widely rumoured that HH is being looked at for the vacancy at New York City, however this was bound to happen due to his perfomance in his maiden season in the RM Invitational series. The board at The Capital Wasteland stadium were unavailable for comment however one insider has said 'a full decision will be made by HH by Monday'.
This could be a kick in the teeth for the club as they aim to recover from a tough season with the pre-season cup and challenge for promotion next season.
congrats
well done to white hawk, bonkers and real madrid who all deserve their promotion. It came down to the last game and Real Madrid got their tactics spot on and deserved the win to nick third place. As for us we're going to be up for the cup and will come back next season stronger and hungrier!
This is it.
Sad moment for Jimmy and NYC.
"Thanks for all the happy memories NYC. Getting promoted, and nearly doing so well in the top flight. Thanks to all the players."
"A special mention to Demetrio who hangs up his boots for the final time today, nice working with such a legend."
"Good luck, hope you get a good manager."
"Thanks for all the happy memories NYC. Getting promoted, and nearly doing so well in the top flight. Thanks to all the players."
"A special mention to Demetrio who hangs up his boots for the final time today, nice working with such a legend."
"Good luck, hope you get a good manager."
Thundercats takes the title twice!
In a tight end to the rm invitational league Thundercats fc couldnt risk any other result than a win in their last match against 3Lions fc. In a close enocunter with 50 50 possesion and 3 lions having the better share of chances ThunderCats keeper Carlos Magro came up to his best and veterans jake sephton and juliano liete took their team to another invitation title..At the season's end manager meelas did regret not playing certain players to give them 100% match experience but enjoys another rm invitational title...In the Season winning press conference today..only a few days after meelas' resignation signs..he had this to say " 1st id like to thank Allah for giving me and my players the strength and will to win this league..its been a week of great contemplation for me..i did say that certain factors can change my resignation feelings..winning the RM was one..a good change report will carry me through a nex season and instinct will decide the rest..However today is a happy day for The Thundera Cats..We've shown that Cats can defeat lions with proper tactics and that our team are the best bunch there currently is"..manager meelas left the stage with these final words " LIGHTENING MAY NOT STRIKE TWICE IN THE SAME PLACE BUT ROLLS OF THUNDER DEFINITELY CAN! "
Arsenal take 2nd
Arsenal take 2nd place and secure promotion, manger Brown has exceeded the boards expectations and come in with a few games already gone and turned the team around. Dom Brown is very proud of his team and the fact he is waiting to the bosses to contact him about picking up the manager of the season award.
Brown has picked up 7 MotW awards, making him manager of the season in division 3 and also joint manager of the season with Markham33 from the top spots.
Brown has picked up 7 MotW awards, making him manager of the season in division 3 and also joint manager of the season with Markham33 from the top spots.
Were staying up!
Futsal FC ended thier season in emphatic style with a 4 game winning streak to stay in divsion 2. A 4-0 win over Norfolk N Chance FC ensured Futsal will be playing divsion 2 football next season. As the transfer window looms ahead jake hopes he can sign some player to finish in the promotion places next season.
Finally....1 wins out of three matches!!
Huco Mundo - The Espada manager are delighted that his new team had managed to pull a wins out of 3 matches since he's taking over thr throne.
"I'm gonna provides the team with my experiences and hoping to see the players will do the same: by giving their 100% to me during every matches next season.", say the manager.
The new Espada manager are due to travel back to his hometown for Eidul Fitr celebration for about 2 weeks.
"I'm gonna be away for maximum of 2 weeks and gonna miss my pre-season with my team. I had gave the power to conduct my team to the caretaker and also all instruction needed in preparing the team for next season.", added the manager.
The team are set to look for few new signing for next season and some of the veteran players will be either sold out or terminated.
~ Reported by: TidakBernama ~
"I'm gonna provides the team with my experiences and hoping to see the players will do the same: by giving their 100% to me during every matches next season.", say the manager.
The new Espada manager are due to travel back to his hometown for Eidul Fitr celebration for about 2 weeks.
"I'm gonna be away for maximum of 2 weeks and gonna miss my pre-season with my team. I had gave the power to conduct my team to the caretaker and also all instruction needed in preparing the team for next season.", added the manager.
The team are set to look for few new signing for next season and some of the veteran players will be either sold out or terminated.
~ Reported by: TidakBernama ~
bonking mad bonkers
It shows once again. Bonkers are a up and down team. Yes the league champs played a weak team against us but we totally played our best game of the season pretty much. oh well. we have second place and promotion and our star player is MVP for the season which is great. It is a pity he couldnt get most assists as well but you cant win everything. Lets hope for a good update and some big skill jumps and hopefully some good form as well as that is the hardest thing to have at the beginning of a season. and there is the cup, if the team can keep this up we should have a good chance. Well done the bonkers and to the rest of the division who are staying behind. See ya! :)
We Deserve It
Pahang United have to accept that their team now just once again stayed at division 1 next season from this season launch.
So far, this is the best performance from the boys to the club and we still in division 1. I konw what is our weakness this season and I will try to improve it next season. It is quit boring when there is no improvement after too long but what we do, that we got.
Thanks to all and congrates to all promoted teams. You all deserve that.
Well done.
So far, this is the best performance from the boys to the club and we still in division 1. I konw what is our weakness this season and I will try to improve it next season. It is quit boring when there is no improvement after too long but what we do, that we got.
Thanks to all and congrates to all promoted teams. You all deserve that.
Well done.
Cats Claim Edge
ThunderCats stole a march in the race for the title as they defeated New York City 2-1 at Emirates Stadium. The visitors began well with Leonardo Borja coming within inches of giving them the lead as his shot struck a post. New York hit back in fine style, though, with Shinosuke Isimaru toe-poking them ahead on 13 minutes. City tried to double their lead before the break but Elvis MacCaran headed over the bar and the lead was one at the interval. ThunderCats hit back after the break and equalised on 58 minutes as Izet Hadzic fired through a wall of players to find the net. Five minutes later and they nearly took the lead with Adalberto Rua heading over. Eugene Kameni Idriss hit a free-kick straight at Amarante at the other end before ThunderCats did take the lead as Borja beat Sattler with an accurate finish. The final whistle was met with wild scenes of celebration amongst the visiting fans. However, they will have been less enthused about Meelas’ statement that ‘if things don’t end right with a good change report and an RM title’ he might leave the job. Jimmy meanwhile will take charge of his last game with NYC on Friday and will hope he can finish on a high after an excellent first season in the top flight. Whichever club appoints him for next season, and the word is it will be Spartans, will be sure to have a massive chance of success.
West Brom fell two points off the pace as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Santos. They had started brightly with a Cyrille Regis header which hit the bar before Graham Williams headed wide. Santos signalled their intent to attack with a Torbjorn Alshammar free-kick which struck a post. West Brom had a free-kick of their own and Billy Bassett opened the scoring with a cracking effort. With George Buske in whistle-happy mood Alshammar had another set-piece at the other end but couldn’t make it count. This was quickly followed by another effort which was held by Godden and the ‘keeper made another save from a miscued Richardo Ferrari shot. West Brom were next on the attack and had a header by Bassett saved by Rodenas. Bassett would test the ‘keeper again moments later but he was equal to it to gather a free-kick. Santos would emerge after the break as the dominant force. Adriano Ribeiro would place his header too close to Godden who then pulled off a great save from a Patricio Bento header. Marcelo Afonso would fare better, though, as he headed in on 70 minutes to level proceedings. Bento would miss a chance to win the game as he headed wide and ultimately the sides would take home a point apiece. DD relaxed his players by saying he ‘will be proud’ of them no matter what happens on Friday and their fans will be hoping for one final twist. Sean7 goes into the final game with his side comfortably sat in mid-table and he will now be looking ahead towards a good change report so he can finalise plans for next season.
Hun Haters kept themselves ahead of the drop zone with a point from a 3-3 draw at Stanley who saw their title hopes disappear with the result. HH had the first chance but Moss saved well from an Ashton Crosby header before Ted Caird shot wide. Stanley’s first chance was a Cal McMac free-kick but it was saved by Boruc while Iain Emery put a lob header over at the other end. Stanley had some fortune with the opening goal as Alan Martindale connected poorly with his shot but wrong-footed Boruc to put his side 1-0 ahead. Garry Molseley headed an effort high over before McMac hit the post with a free-kick as Stanley looked to double their lead. Molseley would then strike a shot just wide before Ashton Crosby equalised for HH with a fine header. The visitors then saw Emery brush a post with a header before they turned the game round by converting a penalty courtesy of Caird. The second-half would see more chances as the game remained open. HH would have the first with Craig Elliston hitting a free-kick at the ‘keeper. However, it would be Stanley who would score next as Mitchell Arkwright converted the second penalty of the game. Caird would power in a header which needed saving by Moss before he scored from the spot again to put HH back in front. Elliston would hit a free-kick over before Stanley responded with one of their own as McMac fired just wide. Martindale headed at Boruc before Elliston missed another set-piece as the chances kept coming. The equaliser would arrive courtesy of Dexter Warner as he planted a header into the far corner to ensure this exciting contest would finish with a point each. Markham offered congratulations to HH and added that ‘both teams’ had gone for it in an exciting contest. Celticchris now knows a win will definitely keep his side up while a point might be enough depending on the margin of victory if Greatness do win; an exciting end to a difficult season.
F.C. Greatness remain in the final relegation spot as they were defeated 4-1 at Milan to give Xmensch his first victory in charge. Jonte Sandholm hit the first effort wide before Roy Summerville gave Milan the lead with a precise header on 32 minutes. Savino Piovanelli added a second nine minutes later with another excellent header and although Faust Baronchelli fired a shot in for Greatness they would find themselves 2-0 behind at the break. Ichi Ebisawa made it 3-0 on 54 minutes as he poached a goal following a corner while a Humphrey Biehn shot was saved well by Calvert. A penalty on 75 minutes gave Biehn the chance to make it 4-0 as Milan continued to dominate the game. Biehn then missed a chance for a hat-trick as he poked a shot wide and he would then hit a free-kick too close to Calvert. Baronchelli would head a consolation for Greatness but they have it all to do on the last day. Two points behind, Calvert will know his side need to win to entertain any hope of survival and the team will be set-up to do just that. Xmensch said that he was ‘very proud of my boys’ and added that if he had come to ‘Milan a few rounds earlier’ they would have escaped relegation.
Three Lions put in a solid performance to defeat Yorkshires Amateurs 3-0 at The Thorp Arches. A fifth minute free-kick by Luca Tonizu was saved by Bicanco before Cesc Izukas fired in the opener on 14 minutes. Henning Bade powered a header wide for the visitors as they held control up to the half-time break. Bade would head in the second goal at the start of the second-half while Amadeo Caviedes smashed an effort into the post at the other end. Bade would flick home the third on 72 minutes to put the contest beyond doubt. The Amateurs did have the ball in the net as Jeffrey Cheeseman shot into the goal but it was disallowed for offside and when he then hit a shot against the crossbar it confirmed it would not be their day. Caviedes missed a late chance and the hosts would be well beaten. A silly-season of rebuilding awaits at The Thorp Arches while Izu takes his side into a massive final game against ThunderCats with the manager saying he has ‘two sets of tactics in mind.’
Totaalvoetbal kept up their recent good run of form with a 3-0 home win over Tranmere. Shivan Preetnav had an early effort saved by Sjolund before Edwin Hayter headed over. Horacio Metelo would score the first from a trademark free-kick on 33 minutes while Ike Dyer smashed an effort off the bar. Hayter would add a second with a speculative effort from distance and Totaal were good value for their 2-0 half-time lead. The start of the second-half saw Metelo curl an effort wide before Dyer shot straight at Sjolund. Tranmere would have a chance through a Jari Sjoholm free-kick but Rimmer made the save. It was then 3-0 as Dyer volleyed home on 82 minutes. Tranmere would have late chances but Sandro Bucchi saw a lob saved while Sjoholm hit a free-kick over and a penalty by the midfielder was turned round by Rimmer. Sjoholm’s frustration was complete when Rimmer saved a free-kick and Tranmere ended up soundly beaten. Meeblind was already ‘looking forward to the excitement of the cup’ and hoped his side ‘would take their form into that competition.’ Baz will look forward to next season with confidence despite a poor recent run and they will be hopeful of challenging further up the ladder.
West Brom fell two points off the pace as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Santos. They had started brightly with a Cyrille Regis header which hit the bar before Graham Williams headed wide. Santos signalled their intent to attack with a Torbjorn Alshammar free-kick which struck a post. West Brom had a free-kick of their own and Billy Bassett opened the scoring with a cracking effort. With George Buske in whistle-happy mood Alshammar had another set-piece at the other end but couldn’t make it count. This was quickly followed by another effort which was held by Godden and the ‘keeper made another save from a miscued Richardo Ferrari shot. West Brom were next on the attack and had a header by Bassett saved by Rodenas. Bassett would test the ‘keeper again moments later but he was equal to it to gather a free-kick. Santos would emerge after the break as the dominant force. Adriano Ribeiro would place his header too close to Godden who then pulled off a great save from a Patricio Bento header. Marcelo Afonso would fare better, though, as he headed in on 70 minutes to level proceedings. Bento would miss a chance to win the game as he headed wide and ultimately the sides would take home a point apiece. DD relaxed his players by saying he ‘will be proud’ of them no matter what happens on Friday and their fans will be hoping for one final twist. Sean7 goes into the final game with his side comfortably sat in mid-table and he will now be looking ahead towards a good change report so he can finalise plans for next season.
Hun Haters kept themselves ahead of the drop zone with a point from a 3-3 draw at Stanley who saw their title hopes disappear with the result. HH had the first chance but Moss saved well from an Ashton Crosby header before Ted Caird shot wide. Stanley’s first chance was a Cal McMac free-kick but it was saved by Boruc while Iain Emery put a lob header over at the other end. Stanley had some fortune with the opening goal as Alan Martindale connected poorly with his shot but wrong-footed Boruc to put his side 1-0 ahead. Garry Molseley headed an effort high over before McMac hit the post with a free-kick as Stanley looked to double their lead. Molseley would then strike a shot just wide before Ashton Crosby equalised for HH with a fine header. The visitors then saw Emery brush a post with a header before they turned the game round by converting a penalty courtesy of Caird. The second-half would see more chances as the game remained open. HH would have the first with Craig Elliston hitting a free-kick at the ‘keeper. However, it would be Stanley who would score next as Mitchell Arkwright converted the second penalty of the game. Caird would power in a header which needed saving by Moss before he scored from the spot again to put HH back in front. Elliston would hit a free-kick over before Stanley responded with one of their own as McMac fired just wide. Martindale headed at Boruc before Elliston missed another set-piece as the chances kept coming. The equaliser would arrive courtesy of Dexter Warner as he planted a header into the far corner to ensure this exciting contest would finish with a point each. Markham offered congratulations to HH and added that ‘both teams’ had gone for it in an exciting contest. Celticchris now knows a win will definitely keep his side up while a point might be enough depending on the margin of victory if Greatness do win; an exciting end to a difficult season.
F.C. Greatness remain in the final relegation spot as they were defeated 4-1 at Milan to give Xmensch his first victory in charge. Jonte Sandholm hit the first effort wide before Roy Summerville gave Milan the lead with a precise header on 32 minutes. Savino Piovanelli added a second nine minutes later with another excellent header and although Faust Baronchelli fired a shot in for Greatness they would find themselves 2-0 behind at the break. Ichi Ebisawa made it 3-0 on 54 minutes as he poached a goal following a corner while a Humphrey Biehn shot was saved well by Calvert. A penalty on 75 minutes gave Biehn the chance to make it 4-0 as Milan continued to dominate the game. Biehn then missed a chance for a hat-trick as he poked a shot wide and he would then hit a free-kick too close to Calvert. Baronchelli would head a consolation for Greatness but they have it all to do on the last day. Two points behind, Calvert will know his side need to win to entertain any hope of survival and the team will be set-up to do just that. Xmensch said that he was ‘very proud of my boys’ and added that if he had come to ‘Milan a few rounds earlier’ they would have escaped relegation.
Three Lions put in a solid performance to defeat Yorkshires Amateurs 3-0 at The Thorp Arches. A fifth minute free-kick by Luca Tonizu was saved by Bicanco before Cesc Izukas fired in the opener on 14 minutes. Henning Bade powered a header wide for the visitors as they held control up to the half-time break. Bade would head in the second goal at the start of the second-half while Amadeo Caviedes smashed an effort into the post at the other end. Bade would flick home the third on 72 minutes to put the contest beyond doubt. The Amateurs did have the ball in the net as Jeffrey Cheeseman shot into the goal but it was disallowed for offside and when he then hit a shot against the crossbar it confirmed it would not be their day. Caviedes missed a late chance and the hosts would be well beaten. A silly-season of rebuilding awaits at The Thorp Arches while Izu takes his side into a massive final game against ThunderCats with the manager saying he has ‘two sets of tactics in mind.’
Totaalvoetbal kept up their recent good run of form with a 3-0 home win over Tranmere. Shivan Preetnav had an early effort saved by Sjolund before Edwin Hayter headed over. Horacio Metelo would score the first from a trademark free-kick on 33 minutes while Ike Dyer smashed an effort off the bar. Hayter would add a second with a speculative effort from distance and Totaal were good value for their 2-0 half-time lead. The start of the second-half saw Metelo curl an effort wide before Dyer shot straight at Sjolund. Tranmere would have a chance through a Jari Sjoholm free-kick but Rimmer made the save. It was then 3-0 as Dyer volleyed home on 82 minutes. Tranmere would have late chances but Sandro Bucchi saw a lob saved while Sjoholm hit a free-kick over and a penalty by the midfielder was turned round by Rimmer. Sjoholm’s frustration was complete when Rimmer saved a free-kick and Tranmere ended up soundly beaten. Meeblind was already ‘looking forward to the excitement of the cup’ and hoped his side ‘would take their form into that competition.’ Baz will look forward to next season with confidence despite a poor recent run and they will be hopeful of challenging further up the ladder.
Kirkbride, United are Promoted
Kirkbride are still in first going into the final round of the season following a 1-0 home victory over Belly Tubbies. Both clubs needed the points for differing reasons and the result was a tight contest. The Tubbies had the only chances of the first-half with Tim Cahill having a goal disallowed for offside before Kevin Sheedy lashed wide when presented with a tight angle to overcome. The second-half saw Kirkbride hit the post through a Mark Blacklock header before Stephen Robinson wasted a free-kick. The Tubbies would see Trevor Steven miss with a header and they would pay the ultimate price as Billy Maneater placed his shot beyond Fitzsimmons in injury-time to give the hosts three crucial points. With promotion now secured Kirkbride are ‘focused on beating Bolton on Friday to win the title’ according to Jazza. Meanwhile, Fitzy’s Tubbies are now in the bottom three following this defeat and will need to get something against Reggae Reggae Sauce to have any chance of surviving on Friday and even then they will need results to go in their favour elsewhere.
Manchester United also secured promotion courtesy of a 2-0 home victory over Pahang United. A good first-half performance laid the foundations for the win although they were indebted to Kuszczak for saving from Tom Hording’s header in the first minute. United began to take control and Wayne Rooney had a header saved by Hussain before Michael Carrick put his headed effort wide. Rooney would open the scoring, though, on 30 minutes as he launched himself to put a diving header beyond the ‘keeper. The forward was now full of confidence and three minutes later he powered in a brilliant shot to put the hosts 2-0 ahead. They would take this lead into the second-half with Pahang unlucky not to pull a goal back as Kilian Strongbow hit the bar with a fine lob. Strongbow would try his luck again on 73 minutes but would put it too high while Ryan Giggs headed woefully wide at the other end. Hussain would prevent Rooney scoring a hat-trick by saving the forward’s header although ultimately he couldn’t prevent United take all three points. Pakya will now lead United into their final game at PSV hoping that a win might yet still see them pinch the title from Kirkbride. MrT now has to take his Pahang side to The Vikings knowing that a three-goal margin of victory is needed to see them secure promotion.
The Vikings are in that position of strength courtesy of a 1-1 draw at Bolton Hillbillies. The Vikings thought they had taken a 15th minute lead through Paraskevas Maladenis as he produced an accurate finish beyond Dittmer only for it to be chalked off for a dubious offside call. Aris Almanidis would then head over before Bolton responded by winning a penalty although Max Challis’ effort was beaten away by Raasch. The Vikings would capitalise on this by taking the lead on 30 minutes with Anastasios Tassiopoulos heading in with some aplomb. The second-half saw the hosts gradually get on top and they saw Arnold Atlee hit the bar early with a decent strike. Challis would then hit the post as Bolton began to press with Stan Collymore also finding his luck out as he hit the other post. Tassiopoulos replied in kind for The Vikings by lobbing a header off the angle before Collymore demanded a reflex save by Raasch on 65 minuts. Ilmari Jukka couldn’t add to The Vikings’ lead with his chance before the home side equalised as Challis drilled in from distance on 81 minutes. Bolton would have a chance to win the game but Collymore hit a half-volley wide and the points were shared. Eaglesrjh admitted that a point ‘was probably fair’ and assured fans that they would be going into the final game ‘looking for the win as always.’ MasterReid’s promotion hopes are all but over as they have an inferior goal difference even if they do draw level on points but they will be confident of going further next term.
PSV Eindhoven moved out of the bottom three with a 4-1 away win at St Omer. Omer struck first as Timmy Svenson placed a header beyond Weston but PSV would work their way back into the game. Rory MacFinlay headed off-target before Xabi Alonso equalised with a decent strike in the area. Yang Sheng Nanmeng shot over the bar on 37 minutes before MacFinlay had a header saved by Hamshaw. Jose Fonte would put PSV ahead before the break as he hit a beautiful free-kick into the net for 2-1. The second-half saw PSV stay in control of proceedings. Frans Haggbring added a third by netting following a corner with a poacher’s strike before Jose Fonte made it 4-1 from another free-kick. Warren Hibbitt nearly added a fifth but his lob hit the angle before he hit another shot wide. Bengt-Ake Thelin would also miss the target with his placed effort before Timmy Simons thought he had added a fifth but saw it disallowed for a foul. Xabi Alonso had a final chance but couldn’t find the goal but PSV were happy enough with a 4-1 victory. Despite the victory PSV News reported that it couldn’t see ‘Belly Tubbies slipping up against RRS’ so therefore they ‘must get 3 points against Man Utd’ to stay up. Omer will be celebrating on Friday no matter what the result as they draw a line under another developmental season.
Kensington Boys Club eased their own relegation fears with a 4-0 home win over Reggae Reggae Sauce. They were on top throughout and had an early Gilbert de Clare header saved by Taylor before Harry Whitlow headed in the opener on nine minutes. Whitlow would lob his next header over the bar while Maurice Jacobs had a placed effort saved by Taylor. Aubrey de Vere would make it 2-0 as he lobbed in expertly and he made it 3-0 on 25 minutes by heading in following a corner. James Wilde put a header over his own over the bar before de Vere forced Taylor into an excellent save from another header. It was 4-0 on 36 minutes as Max Myer powered in a shot after a corner and this would be the score at the interval. The second-half saw KBC create more chances but fail to take them this time. Billy Painter lobbed over while Seymore MacRanald also shot over the bar. Their final chance fell to Myer but his powerful header was saved by Taylor and they had to settle for a 4-0 victory. Patrik admitted that it had felt as if everyone was ‘defecating on us’ while they were going on their losing run but the side are now within touching distance of safety going into the final game. RRS were back to their muddled selves during the game and their long-suffering fans will hope for better in the final game and ahead of next season.
AJ Rovers defeated Villarreal 3-2 in an exciting middle of the table match-up at AJR Arena. The visitors started the stronger and took the lead as Claudio Moura rounded Mortimer to slot home the opener on two minutes. AJ responded with a Mercourios Simos equliaser on 13 minutes as he found an excellent finish to round off a breakaway move. Taylor Grape then nearly put them in front with a powerfully curled shot before Byron Simon missed the target with a free-kick. Villarreal would score again from their second chance as Jack Wilshere headed in but Simon made sure the lead would only last five minutes as he smashed home a free-kick. The second-half saw AJ create further chances with an Elling Jarnoy shot being tipped over by Rossell before Simon would hit in another free-kick to make it 3-2. Simon had a chance to make it a hat-trick of free-kicks but couldn’t find the target and Simos also headed wide. The visitors had a late chance to get a point but Moura’s effort was saved and the victory belonged to AJ. Rothion’s side would need to beat Omer by a hatful of goals and hope Pahang win against The Vikings but the likelihood is they will be in good shape to give promotion another go next season. Cathal will look for his side to have a good change report before setting his agenda for next term.
Manchester United also secured promotion courtesy of a 2-0 home victory over Pahang United. A good first-half performance laid the foundations for the win although they were indebted to Kuszczak for saving from Tom Hording’s header in the first minute. United began to take control and Wayne Rooney had a header saved by Hussain before Michael Carrick put his headed effort wide. Rooney would open the scoring, though, on 30 minutes as he launched himself to put a diving header beyond the ‘keeper. The forward was now full of confidence and three minutes later he powered in a brilliant shot to put the hosts 2-0 ahead. They would take this lead into the second-half with Pahang unlucky not to pull a goal back as Kilian Strongbow hit the bar with a fine lob. Strongbow would try his luck again on 73 minutes but would put it too high while Ryan Giggs headed woefully wide at the other end. Hussain would prevent Rooney scoring a hat-trick by saving the forward’s header although ultimately he couldn’t prevent United take all three points. Pakya will now lead United into their final game at PSV hoping that a win might yet still see them pinch the title from Kirkbride. MrT now has to take his Pahang side to The Vikings knowing that a three-goal margin of victory is needed to see them secure promotion.
The Vikings are in that position of strength courtesy of a 1-1 draw at Bolton Hillbillies. The Vikings thought they had taken a 15th minute lead through Paraskevas Maladenis as he produced an accurate finish beyond Dittmer only for it to be chalked off for a dubious offside call. Aris Almanidis would then head over before Bolton responded by winning a penalty although Max Challis’ effort was beaten away by Raasch. The Vikings would capitalise on this by taking the lead on 30 minutes with Anastasios Tassiopoulos heading in with some aplomb. The second-half saw the hosts gradually get on top and they saw Arnold Atlee hit the bar early with a decent strike. Challis would then hit the post as Bolton began to press with Stan Collymore also finding his luck out as he hit the other post. Tassiopoulos replied in kind for The Vikings by lobbing a header off the angle before Collymore demanded a reflex save by Raasch on 65 minuts. Ilmari Jukka couldn’t add to The Vikings’ lead with his chance before the home side equalised as Challis drilled in from distance on 81 minutes. Bolton would have a chance to win the game but Collymore hit a half-volley wide and the points were shared. Eaglesrjh admitted that a point ‘was probably fair’ and assured fans that they would be going into the final game ‘looking for the win as always.’ MasterReid’s promotion hopes are all but over as they have an inferior goal difference even if they do draw level on points but they will be confident of going further next term.
PSV Eindhoven moved out of the bottom three with a 4-1 away win at St Omer. Omer struck first as Timmy Svenson placed a header beyond Weston but PSV would work their way back into the game. Rory MacFinlay headed off-target before Xabi Alonso equalised with a decent strike in the area. Yang Sheng Nanmeng shot over the bar on 37 minutes before MacFinlay had a header saved by Hamshaw. Jose Fonte would put PSV ahead before the break as he hit a beautiful free-kick into the net for 2-1. The second-half saw PSV stay in control of proceedings. Frans Haggbring added a third by netting following a corner with a poacher’s strike before Jose Fonte made it 4-1 from another free-kick. Warren Hibbitt nearly added a fifth but his lob hit the angle before he hit another shot wide. Bengt-Ake Thelin would also miss the target with his placed effort before Timmy Simons thought he had added a fifth but saw it disallowed for a foul. Xabi Alonso had a final chance but couldn’t find the goal but PSV were happy enough with a 4-1 victory. Despite the victory PSV News reported that it couldn’t see ‘Belly Tubbies slipping up against RRS’ so therefore they ‘must get 3 points against Man Utd’ to stay up. Omer will be celebrating on Friday no matter what the result as they draw a line under another developmental season.
Kensington Boys Club eased their own relegation fears with a 4-0 home win over Reggae Reggae Sauce. They were on top throughout and had an early Gilbert de Clare header saved by Taylor before Harry Whitlow headed in the opener on nine minutes. Whitlow would lob his next header over the bar while Maurice Jacobs had a placed effort saved by Taylor. Aubrey de Vere would make it 2-0 as he lobbed in expertly and he made it 3-0 on 25 minutes by heading in following a corner. James Wilde put a header over his own over the bar before de Vere forced Taylor into an excellent save from another header. It was 4-0 on 36 minutes as Max Myer powered in a shot after a corner and this would be the score at the interval. The second-half saw KBC create more chances but fail to take them this time. Billy Painter lobbed over while Seymore MacRanald also shot over the bar. Their final chance fell to Myer but his powerful header was saved by Taylor and they had to settle for a 4-0 victory. Patrik admitted that it had felt as if everyone was ‘defecating on us’ while they were going on their losing run but the side are now within touching distance of safety going into the final game. RRS were back to their muddled selves during the game and their long-suffering fans will hope for better in the final game and ahead of next season.
AJ Rovers defeated Villarreal 3-2 in an exciting middle of the table match-up at AJR Arena. The visitors started the stronger and took the lead as Claudio Moura rounded Mortimer to slot home the opener on two minutes. AJ responded with a Mercourios Simos equliaser on 13 minutes as he found an excellent finish to round off a breakaway move. Taylor Grape then nearly put them in front with a powerfully curled shot before Byron Simon missed the target with a free-kick. Villarreal would score again from their second chance as Jack Wilshere headed in but Simon made sure the lead would only last five minutes as he smashed home a free-kick. The second-half saw AJ create further chances with an Elling Jarnoy shot being tipped over by Rossell before Simon would hit in another free-kick to make it 3-2. Simon had a chance to make it a hat-trick of free-kicks but couldn’t find the target and Simos also headed wide. The visitors had a late chance to get a point but Moura’s effort was saved and the victory belonged to AJ. Rothion’s side would need to beat Omer by a hatful of goals and hope Pahang win against The Vikings but the likelihood is they will be in good shape to give promotion another go next season. Cathal will look for his side to have a good change report before setting his agenda for next term.
Hawk Take Title
White Hawk FC secured the title with a 6-0 away win at Norfolk to put the seal on an exceptional campaign. A first minute lob by Clyde Nageswar gave them a flying start and while Norfolk went close through a Trevor Fazackerley header the match was never in doubt from this moment. Charly Chan Jet Soe placed a shot beyond Olausson for number two before Nageswar added the third from another header. Matts Perman headed in for 4-0 on 16 minutes and a lob by Ruud Sparendam made it five as the visitors threatened to run riot. Nageswar narrowly failed in his quest for a first-half hat-trick as his shot trickled wide but Hawk were still comfortable at the break. Hawk created further chances after the break with Clarence Ong A Fat hitting the bar with a brilliant lob. Nageswar would score his third goal of the game on 89 minutes with a strike in the penalty area and although Adan Donahue missed with an injury-time effort Hawk ran out easy winners. Hawk are now seven points clear and can celebrate their second divisional title in three seasons; an excellent achievement for the impressive Hooraymee. Howemiester will have plenty of work to do in the off-season to ensure his side are ready for Division Three football next term.
Bill Murray FC edged out Bonkers 2-1 to keep hold of the final promotion place. Murray saw Shmuel Peha lob against the bar early on before Matthew Upson hit the post later in the half from a free-kick. Another Upson free-kick would give Murray a 32nd minute lead and Hiller saw this lead would last until the break as he held from a Garry Maynard header. The second-half saw more chances with another Upson set-piece needing tipping over by Hawke. Stefan Beelemkamp went close for the hosts before Robbie Fowler doubled Murray’s lead with a smart finish. Henrik Larsson immediately halved the deficit with a well-placed finish before Beelenkamp narrowly failed to equalise from a free-kick. Hawke would then save an Upson free-kick at the other end before a lob by Maynard was punched away as Bonkers looked to level. Larsson would have the next chance for the hosts but once again Hiller was the equal to it and this proved the end of the opportunities as Murray held on. CM now has a match against Madrid which will determine promotion; a win or a draw will suffice to take Murray into Division One with CM saying ‘the pressure is mounting.’ Bonkers News reported that the ‘team has run out of steam’ but they will still be delighted with a campaign which sees them move up a division for next term.
Real Madrid won 3-2 at Kroklund to ensure they would go into the final day still hopeful of promotion. A fifth minute header by Samvel Mortanian gave the visitors a 1-0 advantage and Samvel Aivazian nearly made it 2-0 as his header hit the angle of post and bar. The Kings would respond with an Aatu Vuokki equaliser after he placed the ball through the legs of Nigosian. Mortanian would hit a free-kick wide before Kapo Kachadorian smashed a shot against the post as the half finished all-square. Madrid started the second-half on top and the pressure nearly told on Trudell Conway who passed back dangerously to narrowly avoid scoring an own goal. Kevin Gabriele would then head in to put Madrid back in front although the Kings tried to hit back quickly as Vuokki brushed a post with a header. Mortanian would see a header saved at the other end before Vuokki did equalise by chipping Nigosian. Madrid dug deep once more to take the lead again in injury-time with Mortanian adding his second goal of the game by finishing off an excellent counter. This proved to be the winning goal and means that FredRizzo lines his troops up against Murray knowing a win will see them promoted. However, despite celebrating their success the manager said ‘it will mean nothing if we don’t win our last game.’ Bossebong’s side survived despite their defeat as results elsewhere meant they take a four point lead over the relegation zone going into the final game.
The Lone Wanderers’ promotion hopes disappeared despite a 2-1 victory at Los Samgeles Kings. The Wanderers took an early lead courtesy of an Evandro Lemos penalty but were to be pegged back on 13 minutes as Alexander Frolov thumped home from distance. Stephen Julius hit a free-kick just wide and the sides would not be separated by the time the half-time whistle arrived. The second-half saw Albert Scully lob in a header to re-establish the visitors’ lead and when Ladislav Nagy’s fine free-kick was excellently saved by Ibehre the home side’s hopes had gone. HH couldn’t hide his disappointment at failing to win promotion and added that the ‘players underperformed’ and that they would be ‘rebuilding.’ Stripy’s side know that they will be playing Division Two football next season and will look to be challenging at the top end rather than escaping the drop.
These Charming Men also saw promotion hopes finally end despite a 4-2 home victory over Juventus which leaves them staring relegation in the face. Juventus had started brightly and took the lead courtesy of a toe-poke by Orlan Canito on four minutes. TCM responded well, though, and Stuart Cooksey headed in expertly before hitting the bar with another effort. Loran Rajabi would put the hosts in front on 15 minutes with a fine header while Mairthin Foley was denied at the other end after hitting a decent free-kick. Linus Streicher headed at Fuentes for the hosts before Foley levelled matters with a smart lob on 34 minutes. Their parity was short-lived, though, as another header saw them fall behind as Loran Rajabi out-jumped the visiting defence. Juventus missed a chance at the start of the second-half as Foley miscued badly and they would pay by going a further goal behind as Streicher headed home on 79 minutes. Vicenzio Rossitto added to Juventus’ dismay by getting sent-off for a professional foul and defeat leaves them needing a win to have any hope of survival on the final day. RDCM will look to finish a fine season off in style so they go into next term full of confidence for another crack at promotion.
Juventus are in the drop zone because Futsal continued their surge to safety with a 3-1 win over Cressex. Cressex enjoyed the first chance but Lauro Poggi’s shot was easily saved by Heckingbottom. Futsal would then take the lead as Rowley Forrester thumped in a free-kick before Graeme Haynes missed a chance to extend the lead when well-placed. Forrester would be unfortunate not to net from another free-kick as it struck a post while Poggi had another two efforts saved by Heckingbottom. Robin Barratt brought the visitors level at the start of the second-half as he put through his own net but he would make amends moments later as he struck home at the other end. Haynes would head in shortly afterwards to make it 3-1 as Futsal started to take control. Rick Tuttle would curl a shot wide before Barratt thought he had made it 4-1 with a fine header but it was chalked off for a dubious offside call. Haynes would have another chance but his header was punched away by Ikhala. Rick Tuttle would also hit the bar for the hosts but it wasn’t to matter as they had already done enough to secure the points in a 3-1 win. Jake knows that survival is now very much on as a home match awaits against Norfolk who have yet to win a point this season. Cressex’s relegation was confirmed with the defeat and they will now look to bounce back at the first time of asking next season.
Bill Murray FC edged out Bonkers 2-1 to keep hold of the final promotion place. Murray saw Shmuel Peha lob against the bar early on before Matthew Upson hit the post later in the half from a free-kick. Another Upson free-kick would give Murray a 32nd minute lead and Hiller saw this lead would last until the break as he held from a Garry Maynard header. The second-half saw more chances with another Upson set-piece needing tipping over by Hawke. Stefan Beelemkamp went close for the hosts before Robbie Fowler doubled Murray’s lead with a smart finish. Henrik Larsson immediately halved the deficit with a well-placed finish before Beelenkamp narrowly failed to equalise from a free-kick. Hawke would then save an Upson free-kick at the other end before a lob by Maynard was punched away as Bonkers looked to level. Larsson would have the next chance for the hosts but once again Hiller was the equal to it and this proved the end of the opportunities as Murray held on. CM now has a match against Madrid which will determine promotion; a win or a draw will suffice to take Murray into Division One with CM saying ‘the pressure is mounting.’ Bonkers News reported that the ‘team has run out of steam’ but they will still be delighted with a campaign which sees them move up a division for next term.
Real Madrid won 3-2 at Kroklund to ensure they would go into the final day still hopeful of promotion. A fifth minute header by Samvel Mortanian gave the visitors a 1-0 advantage and Samvel Aivazian nearly made it 2-0 as his header hit the angle of post and bar. The Kings would respond with an Aatu Vuokki equaliser after he placed the ball through the legs of Nigosian. Mortanian would hit a free-kick wide before Kapo Kachadorian smashed a shot against the post as the half finished all-square. Madrid started the second-half on top and the pressure nearly told on Trudell Conway who passed back dangerously to narrowly avoid scoring an own goal. Kevin Gabriele would then head in to put Madrid back in front although the Kings tried to hit back quickly as Vuokki brushed a post with a header. Mortanian would see a header saved at the other end before Vuokki did equalise by chipping Nigosian. Madrid dug deep once more to take the lead again in injury-time with Mortanian adding his second goal of the game by finishing off an excellent counter. This proved to be the winning goal and means that FredRizzo lines his troops up against Murray knowing a win will see them promoted. However, despite celebrating their success the manager said ‘it will mean nothing if we don’t win our last game.’ Bossebong’s side survived despite their defeat as results elsewhere meant they take a four point lead over the relegation zone going into the final game.
The Lone Wanderers’ promotion hopes disappeared despite a 2-1 victory at Los Samgeles Kings. The Wanderers took an early lead courtesy of an Evandro Lemos penalty but were to be pegged back on 13 minutes as Alexander Frolov thumped home from distance. Stephen Julius hit a free-kick just wide and the sides would not be separated by the time the half-time whistle arrived. The second-half saw Albert Scully lob in a header to re-establish the visitors’ lead and when Ladislav Nagy’s fine free-kick was excellently saved by Ibehre the home side’s hopes had gone. HH couldn’t hide his disappointment at failing to win promotion and added that the ‘players underperformed’ and that they would be ‘rebuilding.’ Stripy’s side know that they will be playing Division Two football next season and will look to be challenging at the top end rather than escaping the drop.
These Charming Men also saw promotion hopes finally end despite a 4-2 home victory over Juventus which leaves them staring relegation in the face. Juventus had started brightly and took the lead courtesy of a toe-poke by Orlan Canito on four minutes. TCM responded well, though, and Stuart Cooksey headed in expertly before hitting the bar with another effort. Loran Rajabi would put the hosts in front on 15 minutes with a fine header while Mairthin Foley was denied at the other end after hitting a decent free-kick. Linus Streicher headed at Fuentes for the hosts before Foley levelled matters with a smart lob on 34 minutes. Their parity was short-lived, though, as another header saw them fall behind as Loran Rajabi out-jumped the visiting defence. Juventus missed a chance at the start of the second-half as Foley miscued badly and they would pay by going a further goal behind as Streicher headed home on 79 minutes. Vicenzio Rossitto added to Juventus’ dismay by getting sent-off for a professional foul and defeat leaves them needing a win to have any hope of survival on the final day. RDCM will look to finish a fine season off in style so they go into next term full of confidence for another crack at promotion.
Juventus are in the drop zone because Futsal continued their surge to safety with a 3-1 win over Cressex. Cressex enjoyed the first chance but Lauro Poggi’s shot was easily saved by Heckingbottom. Futsal would then take the lead as Rowley Forrester thumped in a free-kick before Graeme Haynes missed a chance to extend the lead when well-placed. Forrester would be unfortunate not to net from another free-kick as it struck a post while Poggi had another two efforts saved by Heckingbottom. Robin Barratt brought the visitors level at the start of the second-half as he put through his own net but he would make amends moments later as he struck home at the other end. Haynes would head in shortly afterwards to make it 3-1 as Futsal started to take control. Rick Tuttle would curl a shot wide before Barratt thought he had made it 4-1 with a fine header but it was chalked off for a dubious offside call. Haynes would have another chance but his header was punched away by Ikhala. Rick Tuttle would also hit the bar for the hosts but it wasn’t to matter as they had already done enough to secure the points in a 3-1 win. Jake knows that survival is now very much on as a home match awaits against Norfolk who have yet to win a point this season. Cressex’s relegation was confirmed with the defeat and they will now look to bounce back at the first time of asking next season.
Wiltshire Wonders On Way Up
Wiltshire Warriors ensured promotion to Division Two with a 4-1 home victory over lacklustre Spartans. A first minute header by Bob Black sent them on their way with Dante de Matteo having a further shot saved by Neuer on five minutes. The lead would be doubled on eight minutes as de Matteo overcame a narrow angle to thump home and Black swiftly made it 3-0 with a powerful header. A penalty on 19 minutes made it 4-0 as Bob Lake made no mistake and Spartans were staring down the barrel. To their credit they stemmed the flow of attacks against them and pulled a goal back through Albert Jorquera from the spot. The second-half would see only one chance with Farshid Jalali firing in a powerful low shot only to be denied by a fine stop from Neuer. Nevertheless the victory was enough to take the Warriors four points clear of fourth with just a game to go and there were joyous scenes at The Fortress. Spartans remain bottom and manager-less but the rumours circulating are that Jimmy will soon take up the post.
Arsenal UK won the battle at the top as the defeated Carthage 2-1 to draw level on points with the home side. They were the quicker out of the blocks although Aurelius managed to save Theo Walcott’s header. They would take the lead soon after, though, as Eduardo da Silva miscued a shot home on 19 minutes. Carthage responded well but Quincy Lansbury’s header was easily dealt with by Almunia. The game continued in exciting fashion and it would be Arsenal who would have the next chance courtesy of an Andrey Arshavin free-kick but it was caught by Aurelius. Carthage would make them pay for this miss as Guido Eliseo lobbed over Almunia for the equaliser. Their parity would be short-lived however as Walcott headed in from a Silvestre corner to give them a half-time advantage. Arsenal would create the only chance of the second-half but Tomas Rosicky could only head wide when well-placed. Despite this miss they had done enough to secure the three points which sees the sides go into the final game level on points. Arsenal News reported that the team had ‘proved their point’ although they still believe they will finish second. Blakey is confident of ultimate success and recently said ‘Carthage for the title all the way.’
Wortley afc saw their promotion hopes disappear despite a 4-0 victory at home to EspAda. The visitors started the quicker of the two but Allan Bound could only shoot straight at Jenning. Paulinho Santos had the home side’s first chance of the day but his free-kick was too close to Kerrigan. They would make their next chance pay, though, as Quincy Bowey headed in the opener and it was quickly 2-0 as a toe-poke from Walter Willock beat the ‘keeper. Another free-kick was awarded to the hosts with Santos being denied by Kerrigan once more before EspAda responded with a shot by Geoffrey Stiles which went over. Willock would then fire wide for the home side but they still went in at half-time in the box seat. Santos would extend the advantage at the start of the second-half with a great volley from distance before Rai Kike fired narrowly wide from distance. Santos would then put a free-kick wide but he would head home the fourth goal in injury-time to complete a sound win. Thegreatlordbags has led his side to an excellent finish but will want them to go a step further when next season’s campaign gets going. Meanwhile, Lone_totti will soon be able to get to work in the transfer market to mould the club into the shape he desires for the new season.
Dream Team’s promotion hopes also ended as they were defeated 4-0 at Tir Eoghain. In a one-sided contest Broderick Shilton demanded an early save from Delirious before Harold Hankers hit the post with a powerful low shot. Shilton would then miss another chance before they saw Hankers hit wood again, this time from a header. They would take the lead on 19 minutes as Sonny Baron curled home the ball powerfully from distance. DT had their first chance on 23 minutes with Mil Moody unfortunate to hit the bar with a chip. The hosts responded quickly and clinically as Kyle Lang headed in number two on 24 minutes while Andres Iniesta shot home from distance to make it 3-0 on 35. Baron would head in the fourth on 39 minutes as it threatened to be a long afternoon for the visitors. The hosts had just one further chance in the second-half as Kyle Lang got his shot all wrong in front of goal but the home fans could go home satisfied with an impressive victory. Tyroneabu has now led his side to five straight victories and the fans will be eager to see next season start as quickly as possible. MrJames was happy that his side were ‘staying down divisions this time’ and will want to see his decision vindicated with squad development now the key.
Morley Town secured their third straight win with a 3-1 success at Alsancak. The game was full of chances with Mark Noble heading at the ‘keeper in the first minute before Frazier Campbell had a goal disallowed for offside as the hosts started strongly. Morley would miss a golden opportunity on six minutes as Zacharias Ashe hit a penalty straight at Cirkovic before Campbell gave the hosts a ninth minute lead with a mishit shot. Morley hit back with an Ashe half-volley which went wide before Christopher Love drilled in a powerful equaliser on 24 minutes. They would then have a breakaway move finish with Love hitting his second through the ‘keeper’s legs before the same man hit a shot at Cirkovic. Zubeldia was called into action at the other end as he stopped a Gabriel Baldwin header before Mark Noble would head over. The second-half saw more of the same as Lawrence Green shot wide for the visitors. Alsancak’s first chance saw Lee Cattermole hit over before he then had a header saved by the ‘keeper. Andrew Taylor would have a free-kick saved as well as they struggled to draw level. Morley responded late on as Ashe had a half-volley tipped over before Josh Phelps was also denied by Cirkovic. Ashe would make it 3-1 as he placed a shot beyond Cirkovic and although he would miss a late chance to add a further goal Morley had done enough to claim victory. Leeg21 now has some real momentum to take into the silly-season and can look ahead with some confidence. Wienersnitzel has plenty of positives to take out of the season despite their league position and will hope they can finish on a high on Friday.
Glory Hornets were the latest side to take advantage of a game against The Champs as they won 5-0 at Yellow Brick Road. Wallace Baker would head against the bar early on as the home side dominated proceedings. Toma Popadic would follow as he had a free-kick saved by Irving before they did take the lead courtesy of a Paolo Ballotta chip on 24 minutes. Seth Eaves headed home the second three minutes later and it would be 3-0 as the same player flicked a header beyond the ‘keeper on 45 minutes. The Hornets stayed on top after the break and added a further goal on 48 minutes as Lionel Monk headed in. Cal Butters did have a header disallowed for the visitors because of a foul while Popadic headed against the angle at the other end. He would make amends by heading in on 81 minutes to make it 5-0 and complete a comfortable evening for the hosts. GregPerkins has got his side into fine form at the end of the season and will be hopeful of a bright future. Meanwhile, The Champs’ future still remains uncertain following another disappointing defeat.
Arsenal UK won the battle at the top as the defeated Carthage 2-1 to draw level on points with the home side. They were the quicker out of the blocks although Aurelius managed to save Theo Walcott’s header. They would take the lead soon after, though, as Eduardo da Silva miscued a shot home on 19 minutes. Carthage responded well but Quincy Lansbury’s header was easily dealt with by Almunia. The game continued in exciting fashion and it would be Arsenal who would have the next chance courtesy of an Andrey Arshavin free-kick but it was caught by Aurelius. Carthage would make them pay for this miss as Guido Eliseo lobbed over Almunia for the equaliser. Their parity would be short-lived however as Walcott headed in from a Silvestre corner to give them a half-time advantage. Arsenal would create the only chance of the second-half but Tomas Rosicky could only head wide when well-placed. Despite this miss they had done enough to secure the three points which sees the sides go into the final game level on points. Arsenal News reported that the team had ‘proved their point’ although they still believe they will finish second. Blakey is confident of ultimate success and recently said ‘Carthage for the title all the way.’
Wortley afc saw their promotion hopes disappear despite a 4-0 victory at home to EspAda. The visitors started the quicker of the two but Allan Bound could only shoot straight at Jenning. Paulinho Santos had the home side’s first chance of the day but his free-kick was too close to Kerrigan. They would make their next chance pay, though, as Quincy Bowey headed in the opener and it was quickly 2-0 as a toe-poke from Walter Willock beat the ‘keeper. Another free-kick was awarded to the hosts with Santos being denied by Kerrigan once more before EspAda responded with a shot by Geoffrey Stiles which went over. Willock would then fire wide for the home side but they still went in at half-time in the box seat. Santos would extend the advantage at the start of the second-half with a great volley from distance before Rai Kike fired narrowly wide from distance. Santos would then put a free-kick wide but he would head home the fourth goal in injury-time to complete a sound win. Thegreatlordbags has led his side to an excellent finish but will want them to go a step further when next season’s campaign gets going. Meanwhile, Lone_totti will soon be able to get to work in the transfer market to mould the club into the shape he desires for the new season.
Dream Team’s promotion hopes also ended as they were defeated 4-0 at Tir Eoghain. In a one-sided contest Broderick Shilton demanded an early save from Delirious before Harold Hankers hit the post with a powerful low shot. Shilton would then miss another chance before they saw Hankers hit wood again, this time from a header. They would take the lead on 19 minutes as Sonny Baron curled home the ball powerfully from distance. DT had their first chance on 23 minutes with Mil Moody unfortunate to hit the bar with a chip. The hosts responded quickly and clinically as Kyle Lang headed in number two on 24 minutes while Andres Iniesta shot home from distance to make it 3-0 on 35. Baron would head in the fourth on 39 minutes as it threatened to be a long afternoon for the visitors. The hosts had just one further chance in the second-half as Kyle Lang got his shot all wrong in front of goal but the home fans could go home satisfied with an impressive victory. Tyroneabu has now led his side to five straight victories and the fans will be eager to see next season start as quickly as possible. MrJames was happy that his side were ‘staying down divisions this time’ and will want to see his decision vindicated with squad development now the key.
Morley Town secured their third straight win with a 3-1 success at Alsancak. The game was full of chances with Mark Noble heading at the ‘keeper in the first minute before Frazier Campbell had a goal disallowed for offside as the hosts started strongly. Morley would miss a golden opportunity on six minutes as Zacharias Ashe hit a penalty straight at Cirkovic before Campbell gave the hosts a ninth minute lead with a mishit shot. Morley hit back with an Ashe half-volley which went wide before Christopher Love drilled in a powerful equaliser on 24 minutes. They would then have a breakaway move finish with Love hitting his second through the ‘keeper’s legs before the same man hit a shot at Cirkovic. Zubeldia was called into action at the other end as he stopped a Gabriel Baldwin header before Mark Noble would head over. The second-half saw more of the same as Lawrence Green shot wide for the visitors. Alsancak’s first chance saw Lee Cattermole hit over before he then had a header saved by the ‘keeper. Andrew Taylor would have a free-kick saved as well as they struggled to draw level. Morley responded late on as Ashe had a half-volley tipped over before Josh Phelps was also denied by Cirkovic. Ashe would make it 3-1 as he placed a shot beyond Cirkovic and although he would miss a late chance to add a further goal Morley had done enough to claim victory. Leeg21 now has some real momentum to take into the silly-season and can look ahead with some confidence. Wienersnitzel has plenty of positives to take out of the season despite their league position and will hope they can finish on a high on Friday.
Glory Hornets were the latest side to take advantage of a game against The Champs as they won 5-0 at Yellow Brick Road. Wallace Baker would head against the bar early on as the home side dominated proceedings. Toma Popadic would follow as he had a free-kick saved by Irving before they did take the lead courtesy of a Paolo Ballotta chip on 24 minutes. Seth Eaves headed home the second three minutes later and it would be 3-0 as the same player flicked a header beyond the ‘keeper on 45 minutes. The Hornets stayed on top after the break and added a further goal on 48 minutes as Lionel Monk headed in. Cal Butters did have a header disallowed for the visitors because of a foul while Popadic headed against the angle at the other end. He would make amends by heading in on 81 minutes to make it 5-0 and complete a comfortable evening for the hosts. GregPerkins has got his side into fine form at the end of the season and will be hopeful of a bright future. Meanwhile, The Champs’ future still remains uncertain following another disappointing defeat.
Monday, 21 September 2009
Showdown!
So it all comes down to the last game! Two great teams going for promotion glory. Real Madrid FC vs Bill Murray FC. It should be a classic game. Madrid are in superb form and have the home advantage but all the pressure is on them knowing they have to win while a draw will be good enough for the Bills. The Santiago Bernabeu is expected to be packed out come 18.30 on Friday and the Bill Murray supporters will be out in force. The tension is building, the pressure is mounting, only one team can go up.... whose it gonna be?
We'll fight 'til the end
Strollers will continue to fight for the title despite suffering a setback against Santos.Strollers could only manage a 1-1 draw whilst Thundercats saw off NYC 2-1.The results mean that Cats sits 2 points above Strollers with just 1 game left.
Strollers will face 3rd placed Stanley who could still steal 2nd spot from Strollers if they win with a 2 goal margin. Should Strollers win then they would only need Cats to draw against Three Lions to take the title on goal difference.
Dinky will surely be hoping Izu can do him a favour!!
Whats certain is that nothings certain and come what may Dinky can be proud of his teams efforts over the season.
"At the start of the season if you'd offered me 3rd place i'd have snapped your hands off, that would still be some achievement now. But after what we've already achieved we owe it to everyone connected with the club to give it our all. Whatever happens on Friday evening i will be proud of every single on of those guys who take to the pitch"
Strollers will face 3rd placed Stanley who could still steal 2nd spot from Strollers if they win with a 2 goal margin. Should Strollers win then they would only need Cats to draw against Three Lions to take the title on goal difference.
Dinky will surely be hoping Izu can do him a favour!!
Whats certain is that nothings certain and come what may Dinky can be proud of his teams efforts over the season.
"At the start of the season if you'd offered me 3rd place i'd have snapped your hands off, that would still be some achievement now. But after what we've already achieved we owe it to everyone connected with the club to give it our all. Whatever happens on Friday evening i will be proud of every single on of those guys who take to the pitch"
Bolton Hillbillies 1 - 1 The Vikings
Viking Land News
Vikings all but there!
Another tough game was had but the Vikings claimed a point and now need just one more point to secure promotion.
The Vikings thought they had taken an early lead in the 15th minute, Maladenis raced through to a Papakostas through ball and calmly slotted past the Bolton keeper. He was away to celebrate with the away fans before realising the linesmans flag was up. A dubious offside call that left manager Eaglesrjh exasperated at the side of the pitch as he'd been in line with play and clearly saw the player onside. Almandis then headed over for the Vikings on 20 as they pushed hard early on. The ref then further enraged Vikings boss Eaglesrjh in the 26th minute as he awarded a penalty for the most blatant dive you ever will see. Justice was done though as Raasch did brilliantly to save the resultant spotkick. Thankfully the ref could find no reason to stop the Vikings celebrating in the 30th minute as Tassiopoulos rose highest in the box to head home a wonderful Maladenis cross. 0-1 half time
It's fair to say Bolton came out as a different side in the second half. Atlee hit the crossbar on 47. Challis then hit a post with a 58th minute effort as he looked to make amends for his earlier weak penalty. A 59th minute set piece move then saw Collymore strike a post as the Vikings woodwork was rattled again. The Vikings goal frame was not the only one being tested as the woodwork denied Tassiopoulos a 2nd in the 63rd minute. Collymore then saw a 65th minute effort saved as Bolton pushed hard. Jukka then missed with a set piece shot in 68 in an increasingly rare Viking attack. Bolton then got the equaliser that their 2nd half play probably deserved as Challis curled a beautiful long range shot home in the 81st minute. Collymore then missed the goal in the 90th minute as Bolton looked to nick all 3 points. 1-1 full time
Vikings manager Eaglesrjh had this to say after the game. "Overall for the way Bolton played the second half you have to say they were worthy of a point but i'm frustrated by the quality of todays ref. We had a perfectly good goal ruled out and then a penalty awarded against us for a dive that would have been better placed in an olympic diving competiton! Ok it was well saved but still! Overall thogh a point a piece was probably fair and we now go into the last game knowing exactly what we must do. Any kind of positive result will see us go up and even in a worse case scenario as long as we lose by less than 3 I reckon we will still go up. I'm not into losing though and we will be going into the last game looking for the win as always!"
Vikings all but there!
Another tough game was had but the Vikings claimed a point and now need just one more point to secure promotion.
The Vikings thought they had taken an early lead in the 15th minute, Maladenis raced through to a Papakostas through ball and calmly slotted past the Bolton keeper. He was away to celebrate with the away fans before realising the linesmans flag was up. A dubious offside call that left manager Eaglesrjh exasperated at the side of the pitch as he'd been in line with play and clearly saw the player onside. Almandis then headed over for the Vikings on 20 as they pushed hard early on. The ref then further enraged Vikings boss Eaglesrjh in the 26th minute as he awarded a penalty for the most blatant dive you ever will see. Justice was done though as Raasch did brilliantly to save the resultant spotkick. Thankfully the ref could find no reason to stop the Vikings celebrating in the 30th minute as Tassiopoulos rose highest in the box to head home a wonderful Maladenis cross. 0-1 half time
It's fair to say Bolton came out as a different side in the second half. Atlee hit the crossbar on 47. Challis then hit a post with a 58th minute effort as he looked to make amends for his earlier weak penalty. A 59th minute set piece move then saw Collymore strike a post as the Vikings woodwork was rattled again. The Vikings goal frame was not the only one being tested as the woodwork denied Tassiopoulos a 2nd in the 63rd minute. Collymore then saw a 65th minute effort saved as Bolton pushed hard. Jukka then missed with a set piece shot in 68 in an increasingly rare Viking attack. Bolton then got the equaliser that their 2nd half play probably deserved as Challis curled a beautiful long range shot home in the 81st minute. Collymore then missed the goal in the 90th minute as Bolton looked to nick all 3 points. 1-1 full time
Vikings manager Eaglesrjh had this to say after the game. "Overall for the way Bolton played the second half you have to say they were worthy of a point but i'm frustrated by the quality of todays ref. We had a perfectly good goal ruled out and then a penalty awarded against us for a dive that would have been better placed in an olympic diving competiton! Ok it was well saved but still! Overall thogh a point a piece was probably fair and we now go into the last game knowing exactly what we must do. Any kind of positive result will see us go up and even in a worse case scenario as long as we lose by less than 3 I reckon we will still go up. I'm not into losing though and we will be going into the last game looking for the win as always!"
The Vikings 1 - 3 Kirkbride Strollers
Viking Land News
Vikings make life difficult for themselves.
The Vikings made life more difficult for themselves losing 3-1 at home to Kirkbride Strollers.
Kirkbride got the games first chance with Blacklock seeing an acrobatic bicycle kick go just wide. It was to be a quiet early affair with a booking each before Robinson opened the scoring for Kirkbride with a well taken volley form a 32nd minute Lapinho corner. Things were tied up at the break though as in the 42nd minute Maladenis sent through a lovely through ball and Lind cleverly chipped the ball over the advancing keeper. 1-1 half time.
Kirkbride again started the better in the second half with Blacklock unfortunate to mis hit his shot and see it come back off a post. Almandis was then off target with a 49th minute freekick for the Vikings as the second half promised more chances than the first. Almandis then again failed to hit the target with a 51st minute freekick. The vikings were made to pay for these missed efforts as Maneater rose well at the back post to head home a Lapinho cross on 59. Blacklock then made the points safe for Kirkbride with a header from a Curran corner in the 76th minute. Almandis then missed with another freekick opportunity in the 79th minute and this was to be the end of the goalmouth action. 1-3 fulltime
Manager Eaglesrjh was rueful after the game. "We didn't defend well enough and unfortunatly Almandis had an off day with deadball situations. We seem to like making life difficult for ourselves and will now have to play hard to gain promotion this year."
Vikings make life difficult for themselves.
The Vikings made life more difficult for themselves losing 3-1 at home to Kirkbride Strollers.
Kirkbride got the games first chance with Blacklock seeing an acrobatic bicycle kick go just wide. It was to be a quiet early affair with a booking each before Robinson opened the scoring for Kirkbride with a well taken volley form a 32nd minute Lapinho corner. Things were tied up at the break though as in the 42nd minute Maladenis sent through a lovely through ball and Lind cleverly chipped the ball over the advancing keeper. 1-1 half time.
Kirkbride again started the better in the second half with Blacklock unfortunate to mis hit his shot and see it come back off a post. Almandis was then off target with a 49th minute freekick for the Vikings as the second half promised more chances than the first. Almandis then again failed to hit the target with a 51st minute freekick. The vikings were made to pay for these missed efforts as Maneater rose well at the back post to head home a Lapinho cross on 59. Blacklock then made the points safe for Kirkbride with a header from a Curran corner in the 76th minute. Almandis then missed with another freekick opportunity in the 79th minute and this was to be the end of the goalmouth action. 1-3 fulltime
Manager Eaglesrjh was rueful after the game. "We didn't defend well enough and unfortunatly Almandis had an off day with deadball situations. We seem to like making life difficult for ourselves and will now have to play hard to gain promotion this year."
We are going up
Kirkbride Strollers managed by Jazza1958 have attained promotion to the Premier league with a game to spare after a late, late win against Bellt Tubbies. Billy Maneater was the man who grabbed the 92nd minute winner to send the Bush faithful wild.
Jazza said " While we are enjoying the moment our minds are still focused on beating Bolton Hillbillies on Friday to win the title."
Jazza said " While we are enjoying the moment our minds are still focused on beating Bolton Hillbillies on Friday to win the title."
Rovers for promotion spot?
on the paper, it seems rovers still have a chance to finish third in the league and promoted to the premier league next season. however, the task is somehow impossible. so, rather than pushing hard for promotion spot, rovers just need to relax and give their youngster some experience during the match.
bonking
mad. oh well, the season has gone bonkers for Bonkers with another lose. the team has run out of steam this season (maybe the age is starting to tell). Sorry for all the teams that wanted bonkers to win against the bills but by the way, TOUGH!!!! Accept the fact you didnt do enough with your so so players to gain a place in the promotions. enjoy division two while I move up and enjoy the press banter from the division one guys. they are bound to be better than division two as it cant get much worse really. one more game against the leauge winners. all out attack should be seeing me with a good scoreline and hopefully some prizes at the end of the season. cheers boys
Post Match Interview
-Patrikpatrik, manager of Kensington Boys Club. you have spent a month without winning a single match, how did it feel up until yesterdays match?
"Like we´re standing in the rain with one foot off the cliff and everyone's deficating on us."
-Rrright..well now you won and you might actually not drop out of the division, you must be thrilled?
"You what now?"
-I mean, sure, you had your ambitions on your sleave as you went in to the season and you were well on your way to get promoted to the premiership but after losing 7 matches in a row it must feel really good to win against a team that uses defenders as attackers and vice versa?
"..."
-Well that is it from the Kensington grounds, here's hoping for another Kensington division struggle come Friday.
"I'll give you a good rodgering come Friday."
-Signing off.
"Like we´re standing in the rain with one foot off the cliff and everyone's deficating on us."
-Rrright..well now you won and you might actually not drop out of the division, you must be thrilled?
"You what now?"
-I mean, sure, you had your ambitions on your sleave as you went in to the season and you were well on your way to get promoted to the premiership but after losing 7 matches in a row it must feel really good to win against a team that uses defenders as attackers and vice versa?
"..."
-Well that is it from the Kensington grounds, here's hoping for another Kensington division struggle come Friday.
"I'll give you a good rodgering come Friday."
-Signing off.
Must Win Game
It is really as simple as that. We mis play the game of our lives to secure safety in the league. We don't really see Belly Tubbies slipping up against Reggae Sauce. So we must decide our own faith and make sure we get 3 points against Man Utd.
Late winner gives Real Madrid hope
Real Madrid managed to score an injury time goal against Kroklund Kings last night to keep their promotion hopes alive. With one more matchday left, Real Madrid can gain promotion if they can manage to beat Bill Murray FC.
Both teams come in with impressive win streaks, but Fred Rizzo did not want to hear anything about the subject.
"7 wins a row for us? Great. However it will mean nothing if we don't win our last game"
Indeed the match is a direct promotion contest, Real Madrid must defeat Bill Murray to gain promotion. Bill Murray need a draw or better.
Both teams come in with impressive win streaks, but Fred Rizzo did not want to hear anything about the subject.
"7 wins a row for us? Great. However it will mean nothing if we don't win our last game"
Indeed the match is a direct promotion contest, Real Madrid must defeat Bill Murray to gain promotion. Bill Murray need a draw or better.
Season Over
'We did our part, its a shame Bonkers didn't do theirs' said a rather downbeat HH following a good away victory against Los Samgeles Kings, 'Bonkers couldn't do their part to help us, but of course if they weren't a team of heartless nobodies they would have won the title with games to spare.'
Winning 1-2 away to LSK was not enough to see The Lone Wanderers go into the last match with nothing to play for. 3rd place is out of reach, but it could have been reached had results gone their way.
HH was quick to take the blame for the defeat and pass it onto his players:'We have to have somebody to take the flak for this, however I will be man enough to take it. But my players must be equally as keen to admit that they had a major part to play in our downfall. We dropped too many points against the teams around us which was evidently our undoing. Simply put... I feel the players underperformed and that we have a lot of rebuilding to do for the start of next season.'
So ends the journey of a season which has promised so much, but will ultimately bear so little for The Lone Wanderers, will they be back stronger next season, or will they wilt under the pressure to achieve promotion for a second season running?
Winning 1-2 away to LSK was not enough to see The Lone Wanderers go into the last match with nothing to play for. 3rd place is out of reach, but it could have been reached had results gone their way.
HH was quick to take the blame for the defeat and pass it onto his players:'We have to have somebody to take the flak for this, however I will be man enough to take it. But my players must be equally as keen to admit that they had a major part to play in our downfall. We dropped too many points against the teams around us which was evidently our undoing. Simply put... I feel the players underperformed and that we have a lot of rebuilding to do for the start of next season.'
So ends the journey of a season which has promised so much, but will ultimately bear so little for The Lone Wanderers, will they be back stronger next season, or will they wilt under the pressure to achieve promotion for a second season running?
Good performance
''I am so sorry I haven't came to the AC Molan few round earlier. I'm sure we would be out of those last three places by now. I see i have a great team with very good individuals. We had won 4-1 against F.C. Greatness today and even more suprising is that we were dominating during whole match! I'm very proud of my boys and sure that with some form improvement we will play even better, ''were the words of new AC Milan leader.
Arsenal beat league leaders
Arsenal proved their point as they beat Carthage FC to go level on points at the top. Brown feels they will not drop any points and will find being held to 2nd place on goal difference is a good achivement considering where the club was when he took over part way trhough the season.
Meelas Sees Retirement near
"My fellow managers, a few weeks now most of my friends have stopped playing xpert eleven...University have restarted for us and its just no fun anymore to have to set tactics..it feels like home work....even tho most of the times we get the answer correct..I am of the few remaining of my friends to still be managing...Legendkilla ..once top in Trinidad's Xpert have stopped...Larry 10..also once ranked no.1 have stopped..and well most of my friends who have ranked in the top 5 in our country have stopped...The feeling of real competiton isnt there anymore..and xpert eleven isnt the talking point as it once use to be..Im only managing with effort in 2 leagues now..this one of course and another private league..however...with the rm season near to end...if things dont end right..this might most likely be my last season..I will confirm it when i am sure..a good change report and an rm title might change my mind"..words of manager meelas in a breaking press conference in thundera.
Man United VS Pahang United.
Both United teams will meet tonight at Old Trafford to see whether Pahang United still have hope for promotion next season.
It is going a very tough match where Pahang boss didn't expect much and win the game. But he believe his players was in very good form and performance at the moment and everything can happen tonight.
I leave to the players. I gave them all my knowledges in football and i had told them our strategy tonight. If we lose this match, it is still okay. I brought in some older players to get better average age and so far so good.
See ya!
It is going a very tough match where Pahang boss didn't expect much and win the game. But he believe his players was in very good form and performance at the moment and everything can happen tonight.
I leave to the players. I gave them all my knowledges in football and i had told them our strategy tonight. If we lose this match, it is still okay. I brought in some older players to get better average age and so far so good.
See ya!
we are doing fine...
rothion backed his team after failing to reach the promotion spot for this season. when he was asked to give the reason, rothion simply said that his team is doing fine. only the draw stopped us from the promotion. it is reasonable because under rothion, AJ Rovers only lost 4 matches out of 20 matches. but 8 draws seems to prevent them to celebrate their return in top flight.
Monday, 14 September 2009
Amateurs bid farewell to top division
Yorkshire Amateurs finally relinquished any chance of hanging onto their top flight status earlier this week. A 0-0 draw against FC Greatness means the Amateurs long and proud run in the top flight comes to an end.
Manager Danlufc13 has been at a loss to explain his sides horrible form but the table does not lie and he now has a tough job to ensure they bounce straight back next term.Rumours abound that assistant manager F Useless has been sacked after apparently not managing the side as he should have been, in manager Danlufc13’s absence for a couple of weeks in August.
This can’t hide the painful truth that they were just not good enough to drink at the top table this year and they have been deservedly relegated.Manager Danlufc13 said, “The squad needs some drastic reshaping and this may take time and money, I hope the Chairman can find us something to spend I really do”.
Manager Danlufc13 has been at a loss to explain his sides horrible form but the table does not lie and he now has a tough job to ensure they bounce straight back next term.Rumours abound that assistant manager F Useless has been sacked after apparently not managing the side as he should have been, in manager Danlufc13’s absence for a couple of weeks in August.
This can’t hide the painful truth that they were just not good enough to drink at the top table this year and they have been deservedly relegated.Manager Danlufc13 said, “The squad needs some drastic reshaping and this may take time and money, I hope the Chairman can find us something to spend I really do”.
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'Neither team will be happy with the result......' claimed HH after the 0-0 draw with TCM, 'we did beat them 4-0 earlier on in the season and now our strikers are looking tired, promotion will have to be put on hold. Bill Murray FC look like they have been digging our grave recently and now they are about to pile the dirt over us. Only 6 points and a slip up from the 2 teams above us will help.'When asked about the next game HH just simply responded:'Los Samgeles Kings will be dangerous, but hopefully my players will come back strongly and defeat an opponent that on their day are very dangerous and could defeat any team.'
New wind
AC Milan got a new leader today. The team is in a low form and change report won't bring, good informations and we are going into a lower division. But all we want is season or two, then we should be competitive to all teams present here.So good luck to everyone!
Super Stanley
Stanley produced a stunning 3-0 away victory at Tranmere Rovers on Friday on the back of 6-1 home win against mangerless AC Milan ending a superb week for the team.
In there last 4 matches Stanley have scored 17 goals conceeding only 1.
Following the win at Tranmere manager Markham said " This was the best performance of the season in my eye , they beat us 4-1 at our place earlier in the season and have always been hard to beat but this win was stunning , Dijedon Betimaj was supeb in midfield and has probably been the buy of the season for me"
When asked about still being in with a chance for the title Markham said " We have left it a bit to late although we will have a say on who wins it , Hun Haters next will be tough as they are at the wrong end of the table , i cant fault the team this season they have been brilliant "
In there last 4 matches Stanley have scored 17 goals conceeding only 1.
Following the win at Tranmere manager Markham said " This was the best performance of the season in my eye , they beat us 4-1 at our place earlier in the season and have always been hard to beat but this win was stunning , Dijedon Betimaj was supeb in midfield and has probably been the buy of the season for me"
When asked about still being in with a chance for the title Markham said " We have left it a bit to late although we will have a say on who wins it , Hun Haters next will be tough as they are at the wrong end of the table , i cant fault the team this season they have been brilliant "
Totaalvoetbal News
Totaalvoetbal enjoyed a successful week as they defeated Yorkshires Amateurs 2-0 and then backed it up with a 3-0 away victory at AC Milan.
Manager Robin Meeblind was pleased with the recent run.
“Up until a few weeks ago we were looking like candidates for the drop, especially when Pierre was injured,” he began.
“Since then, though, the lads have found some form and played how we know they can. We’ve scored some good goals and to be fair our defence is up there with the best in the league.
“The change report will be interesting reading this season as it’s no secret we have struggled to keep our players in tip-top form so we may lose ground on the big clubs. We’ll just have to assess that when it comes round.”
Manager Robin Meeblind was pleased with the recent run.
“Up until a few weeks ago we were looking like candidates for the drop, especially when Pierre was injured,” he began.
“Since then, though, the lads have found some form and played how we know they can. We’ve scored some good goals and to be fair our defence is up there with the best in the league.
“The change report will be interesting reading this season as it’s no secret we have struggled to keep our players in tip-top form so we may lose ground on the big clubs. We’ll just have to assess that when it comes round.”
Oh so close
In more ways than one Strollers we so close yet so far.
In the game against Title Rivals Thundercats it was hounours even.West Brom battled back from a goal down to take the lead in injury time - only for Cats to equalise a minute later.
Strollers had Willie Johnston and then Lee Hughes to thank for the goals.
Stollers must be bitterly dissappointed as a win would have put them within 3 points of the title.
Dinky remained upbeat though "we've come to a quality side and got a draw. Sure its a little deflating after we'd taken the lead so late, but we're still top and its in our own hands"
Strollers face two tough final matches against Santos and then AFC Stanley, who themselves still have a shout of claiming top spot.
On the battle for the title Dinky said "We find ourselves in a position we never thought we'd be in, there's another 2 teams who'll fight all the way and whoever emergies victorious will be more than worthy winners. We know that if we win our remaining matches we wil more than likey be Champions"
In the game against Title Rivals Thundercats it was hounours even.West Brom battled back from a goal down to take the lead in injury time - only for Cats to equalise a minute later.
Strollers had Willie Johnston and then Lee Hughes to thank for the goals.
Stollers must be bitterly dissappointed as a win would have put them within 3 points of the title.
Dinky remained upbeat though "we've come to a quality side and got a draw. Sure its a little deflating after we'd taken the lead so late, but we're still top and its in our own hands"
Strollers face two tough final matches against Santos and then AFC Stanley, who themselves still have a shout of claiming top spot.
On the battle for the title Dinky said "We find ourselves in a position we never thought we'd be in, there's another 2 teams who'll fight all the way and whoever emergies victorious will be more than worthy winners. We know that if we win our remaining matches we wil more than likey be Champions"
AC Milan get new manager
In an unexpected move on Sunday morning an application was recieved to take over AC Milan
The new man in charge is highly ranked manager Xmensch and it looks like he will need all his experience to get the club fit to look to bounce back to the top league after relegation this season.
A club spokesman said "We are delighted to have our new manager in before the end of the season as this will allow him time to look over the club and decide what changes will need to be made for next season"
League admin Eaglesrjh said "I was not planning on looking to fill the vacancy until the end of the season but when managers come looking for us it's a great bonus! I'm delighted to have another quality manager in the league and wish him all the best with his new team!"
The new man in charge is highly ranked manager Xmensch and it looks like he will need all his experience to get the club fit to look to bounce back to the top league after relegation this season.
A club spokesman said "We are delighted to have our new manager in before the end of the season as this will allow him time to look over the club and decide what changes will need to be made for next season"
League admin Eaglesrjh said "I was not planning on looking to fill the vacancy until the end of the season but when managers come looking for us it's a great bonus! I'm delighted to have another quality manager in the league and wish him all the best with his new team!"
Injury to Izuhimovic costs Lions
An injury to Three Lions FC's star striker Zlatan Izuhimovic in just the 24th minute of the match against New York City thoroughly blunted the Whites up front as they slumped to a 2-1 loss this last matchday.
"I am looking to sue," said Izuhimovic from his hospital bed, where he lay recovering after surgery on his leg. "I was miles away from the ball and Frisco Ortiz puts in a challenge like that and gets away with a booking. He should be banned from competitive games from two seasons and fined a gazillion econ," ranted Izuhimovic angrily as the doctors and nurses watched on.
"I am looking to sue," said Izuhimovic from his hospital bed, where he lay recovering after surgery on his leg. "I was miles away from the ball and Frisco Ortiz puts in a challenge like that and gets away with a booking. He should be banned from competitive games from two seasons and fined a gazillion econ," ranted Izuhimovic angrily as the doctors and nurses watched on.
Arsenal pick up impressive away win
Arsenal picked up an impressive win which secures them promotion to division 2. Manager Dom Brown can't help but feel if he was in charger of this team from day 1 they would be able to win the division, although Brown is predicting a win against the current league leaders he feels the goal difference is what will split these two teams.
BATTERED
Hillbillies produced their worst performance under new manager Master Reid utter dog dirt he said, promotion is over for this season we just wern't at the races, our bitter rivals were just to good and all i can say is good luck, can't beleive im saying this, is well done on your promotion
Hornets Lack Sting Despite Win
Wortley AFC were left needing a miracle to go up this season as Glory Hornets' unpredictable form continued with a 2-1 win over the promotion hopefuls.
An injury crisis up front meant Wortley lacked punch, and the Hornets broke down their stubborn resistance with two Toma Popadic free kicks at either end of the first half.
However manager Greg Perkins was uncharacteristically dissatisfied as he looked to the future. "We're still not taking our chances on a regular basis," he stated earnestly, "and if this can't be sorted before next season, I'll be looking to bolster our attacking options. While Wortley didn't exactly lie down, we should have put that game to bed at some stage, but I was left fretting until the final whistle."
This new-look resolve creates concerns for struggling strike duo Malloy and North. Malloy has mustered just 3 goals this season, despite being second-top-scorer the season before, while North has failed to score in 11 outings this season. Perkins is presumably already eyeing the re-opening of the transfer window before next season gets underway.
An injury crisis up front meant Wortley lacked punch, and the Hornets broke down their stubborn resistance with two Toma Popadic free kicks at either end of the first half.
However manager Greg Perkins was uncharacteristically dissatisfied as he looked to the future. "We're still not taking our chances on a regular basis," he stated earnestly, "and if this can't be sorted before next season, I'll be looking to bolster our attacking options. While Wortley didn't exactly lie down, we should have put that game to bed at some stage, but I was left fretting until the final whistle."
This new-look resolve creates concerns for struggling strike duo Malloy and North. Malloy has mustered just 3 goals this season, despite being second-top-scorer the season before, while North has failed to score in 11 outings this season. Perkins is presumably already eyeing the re-opening of the transfer window before next season gets underway.
bonkers go bonkers
oh well, that was the end of that. Bonkers seem to have got loopy and lost hte league right at the end. This game showed the manager once again that if you can't score a goal, you won't win a game. four chances to zero chances. nil all. rubbish. so that leaves bonkers four points adrift of first place but on the positive side the draw means that mathematically bonkers are moving into a new league next season, unless of course they loose 40-0 in a game, which is possible but very unlikely. next up it the ever improving bills. tough game but the manager says it is all about next season. sadly the season has ended early with the injury of the striker colly. oh well, juniors will just have to step up.
New team join league!
Today a new team join our RM Invitational family
Mighty Mojos managed by Spikyjamie join as a brand new team and will go into division 3 for next season.
A spokesman for the Mojos said they where excited to be joining the league and looking forward to the new season.
Admin Eaglesrjh said "Whilst we have no plans to expand the league it is always nice to get fresh teams into the league and we welcome Jamie and the Mojos. Before the next season an unmanaged team will be deleted to take us back to 48 teams. the decision on which team will go will be taken after the change report"
Mighty Mojos managed by Spikyjamie join as a brand new team and will go into division 3 for next season.
A spokesman for the Mojos said they where excited to be joining the league and looking forward to the new season.
Admin Eaglesrjh said "Whilst we have no plans to expand the league it is always nice to get fresh teams into the league and we welcome Jamie and the Mojos. Before the next season an unmanaged team will be deleted to take us back to 48 teams. the decision on which team will go will be taken after the change report"
Morley Give Dream Team Nightmare
Town News
Goals from Love and Stamford sent Dream Team crashing to defeat tonight against a resurgent Morley side, with no chance of promotion the Morley players are playing for their futures.
Many expected Morely to be challenging for honours this season but mid table mediocrity is what Towns fans are facing at the business end of the season, Leeg21 has warned there will be changes in order to push for promotion next season, so every player is playing for next seasons contracts.
Morley will hope to finish the season on a high by beating Alsancak and Arsenal in their remaining two fixtures.
Goals from Love and Stamford sent Dream Team crashing to defeat tonight against a resurgent Morley side, with no chance of promotion the Morley players are playing for their futures.
Many expected Morely to be challenging for honours this season but mid table mediocrity is what Towns fans are facing at the business end of the season, Leeg21 has warned there will be changes in order to push for promotion next season, so every player is playing for next seasons contracts.
Morley will hope to finish the season on a high by beating Alsancak and Arsenal in their remaining two fixtures.
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