An absolute cracker, a sizzler, a belter tonight as 10 men played 9 in a tussle of epic proportions.
With the 9 men side taking a 7-2 lead, it took a comeback of the like not seen since Istanbul to get the 10 man side back in the game and they duly pulled it back to within a goal only to end up being beaten 10-8 at close of play.
There were a plethora of top class performances and picking a man of the match has involved trawling through an embarrassment of riches.
After much debate the man of the match goes to Pedro - as Yves Saint Laurent famously said: "Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Thursday, 29 October 2009
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Match report 22 October 2009
A great 9v8 contest tonight - a makeshift Lokomotiv Breakdown side plus Adam and Paul O'C would always have their work cut out with one man down throughout.
Nevertheless they took an early lead and at 4-3 to the 8 men side it looked like their creativity and flair would cause an upset.
Andrew, Yusuf, Joel and Stu formed an Ajax-style diamond with Adam in a floating Ruud Gullit type role, whilst Tom, John and Paul O'C made their presence felt all over the park - modelling themselves noticeably on Dirk Kuyt.
Whilst there was a definite Dutch tinge to L.B, their opponents were pervaded by an Italian influence - a powerful strikeforce of Marco (is that the right name for the Italian chap??), Francesco, together with Roma's adopted son Jason proved a real handful, whilst the midfield and defence were so solid you'd have trouble breaking through it with a wrecking crane - Dwayne was a valuable linkman who won possession and proved so comfortable on the ball, Martin was inspirational at the back letting nothing get past, Tim marshalled the midfield with panache, Paul C made numerous important challenges and interceptions and started many an attack, but man of the match goes to Robin, who was reminiscent of Glen Johnson going forward and Jamie Carragher in defence. A real presence that helped his side pull away to victory at the end.
Nevertheless they took an early lead and at 4-3 to the 8 men side it looked like their creativity and flair would cause an upset.
Andrew, Yusuf, Joel and Stu formed an Ajax-style diamond with Adam in a floating Ruud Gullit type role, whilst Tom, John and Paul O'C made their presence felt all over the park - modelling themselves noticeably on Dirk Kuyt.
Whilst there was a definite Dutch tinge to L.B, their opponents were pervaded by an Italian influence - a powerful strikeforce of Marco (is that the right name for the Italian chap??), Francesco, together with Roma's adopted son Jason proved a real handful, whilst the midfield and defence were so solid you'd have trouble breaking through it with a wrecking crane - Dwayne was a valuable linkman who won possession and proved so comfortable on the ball, Martin was inspirational at the back letting nothing get past, Tim marshalled the midfield with panache, Paul C made numerous important challenges and interceptions and started many an attack, but man of the match goes to Robin, who was reminiscent of Glen Johnson going forward and Jamie Carragher in defence. A real presence that helped his side pull away to victory at the end.
Sunday, 18 October 2009
Match report 18 October 2009
A high energy, fiercely fought battle today.
Numerous man of the match contenders including:
Chris and Walter showed great footballing brains with a mindset reminiscent of Teddy Sheringham crossed with Franz Beckenbauer; Yusuf and Andrew combined in a way not witnessed in north west London since John Radford and Ray Kennedy strutted their stuff; but joint men of the match must be the two players who seemed to chase the ball all over the park and never give up, Jason and John, who played with the sort of purpose and determination the likes of Wayne Rooney could only dream of.
Numerous man of the match contenders including:
Chris and Walter showed great footballing brains with a mindset reminiscent of Teddy Sheringham crossed with Franz Beckenbauer; Yusuf and Andrew combined in a way not witnessed in north west London since John Radford and Ray Kennedy strutted their stuff; but joint men of the match must be the two players who seemed to chase the ball all over the park and never give up, Jason and John, who played with the sort of purpose and determination the likes of Wayne Rooney could only dream of.
Thursday, 15 October 2009
match report 15 October 2009
A controversial game tonight with 8 men beating 7 by 10 goals to 9. But the referee must take his share of the blame after the Italian goalkeeper tipped the ball over the bar only for a goal kick to be awarded from which move the 8 men immediately scored.
In an Eduardo like move, FIFA have got involved after the goalkeeper admitted after the game that he tipped the ball over in spite of denying it vehemently during the game. It is expected that FIFA will deduct the Italian 2 weeks salary and call it a day!
In spite of the irregularities it was a great game with strong performances all over the park, but joint men of the match were Tom and Pedro, who were highly influential for their respective sides.
In an Eduardo like move, FIFA have got involved after the goalkeeper admitted after the game that he tipped the ball over in spite of denying it vehemently during the game. It is expected that FIFA will deduct the Italian 2 weeks salary and call it a day!
In spite of the irregularities it was a great game with strong performances all over the park, but joint men of the match were Tom and Pedro, who were highly influential for their respective sides.
Sunday, 11 October 2009
Match report 11 October 2009
Bertrand Russell once said: "To be able to fill leisure intelligently is the last product of civilization, and at present very few people have reached this level."
Well 14 people today reached that level in a topsy-turvy contest that saw each team a man down for some of the game.
In what was one of the most hard-fought contests so far, credit must go to the bravery of the likes of David, Rory, and Dickon who valiantly put their bodies and their faces in the way of the ball with awe-inspiring bravery.
That lists just three players, but the park was covered with men who could have received medals for their valour.
Tricky to pick a man of the match from so many inspiring performances but the accolade goes to Dickon, who was peerless at the back and additionally instigated many an attack.
Well 14 people today reached that level in a topsy-turvy contest that saw each team a man down for some of the game.
In what was one of the most hard-fought contests so far, credit must go to the bravery of the likes of David, Rory, and Dickon who valiantly put their bodies and their faces in the way of the ball with awe-inspiring bravery.
That lists just three players, but the park was covered with men who could have received medals for their valour.
Tricky to pick a man of the match from so many inspiring performances but the accolade goes to Dickon, who was peerless at the back and additionally instigated many an attack.
Thursday, 8 October 2009
Match report 8 October 2009
A cracking match which ended up a 5 all draw.
Man of the match tonight is shared by Yusuf and Jason; the former played a crucial creative role a la Xavi Alonso, whilst the latter showed the strength and speed of Didier Drogba and had the added skill of not falling over clutching his leg the whole time.
Man of the match tonight is shared by Yusuf and Jason; the former played a crucial creative role a la Xavi Alonso, whilst the latter showed the strength and speed of Didier Drogba and had the added skill of not falling over clutching his leg the whole time.
Sunday, 4 October 2009
Match report 4 October 2009
Difficult to write large-scale reports these days with 2 games a week and the danger of global warming impending!
Briefly therefore - a cracking 6v5 today - a wonderful addition to our pool of players was the Brazilian Je, who just pipped Rory to man of the match.
It was fantastic to see some classy passing and movement off the ball.
The players turned their nose up at the long ball, in much the same way as Truman Capote, referring to the 'Beat' writers, remarked: "This isn't writing at all - it's typing."
Briefly therefore - a cracking 6v5 today - a wonderful addition to our pool of players was the Brazilian Je, who just pipped Rory to man of the match.
It was fantastic to see some classy passing and movement off the ball.
The players turned their nose up at the long ball, in much the same way as Truman Capote, referring to the 'Beat' writers, remarked: "This isn't writing at all - it's typing."
Thursday, 1 October 2009
Match report 1 October
A cracking 6v5 graced the new winter Thursday nights at Camden. With a nice level pitch people were stroking the ball about like billy-o and there was a great deal of space that saw some startling runs and 1-2s.
I'll say it straight out tonight there will be no one man of the match. Everybody has a claim on the title.
Once more Yusuf, Andrew (bravely battling illness), and John combined well and if the surface would have been scorchable their running and incisive passing would have scorched the surface.
It was a welcome return for Dave A who won crucial ball and set up many an attack. Dan B and Jason were their usual blend of strength and agility.
However they were overcome (just) by the flair and pace of Pedro; Dwayne, who gave a midfield masterclass; Dickon, who gained possession and with poise stroked the ball around; and Nick, who was scored a hat trick and yet found the energy to be a stalwart in defence.
I'll say it straight out tonight there will be no one man of the match. Everybody has a claim on the title.
Once more Yusuf, Andrew (bravely battling illness), and John combined well and if the surface would have been scorchable their running and incisive passing would have scorched the surface.
It was a welcome return for Dave A who won crucial ball and set up many an attack. Dan B and Jason were their usual blend of strength and agility.
However they were overcome (just) by the flair and pace of Pedro; Dwayne, who gave a midfield masterclass; Dickon, who gained possession and with poise stroked the ball around; and Nick, who was scored a hat trick and yet found the energy to be a stalwart in defence.
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