Match report 4 February 2010

Another cracking game tonight where 5 men took on 6 and managed to come out on top.

When the teams were eventually settled, many in the crowd might have thought that the six men might have the advantage, but the five men took to heart the words of Gandhi: "First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."

A great part of their success must be ascribed to the newcomers Ben and Josep (an old hand of Regent's Park but new to Camden). They made their mark all over the pitch, as effective in attack as defence and emitting so much energy that they had displayed more joules than Ratners.

Ben's style of play was reminiscent of Didier Deschamps, combining effort with flair and always displaying great footballing know-how. Josep was like a young Patrick Vieira breaking down attacks and distributing the ball with surgical precision.

Whilst the newcomers shined the old hands performed well too. Paul O'C successfully defended numerous moves down the left and meanwhile was a real handful for the other side's defence, whilst Yusuf showed his usual mix of silky skills and lethal finishing.

The five men were a class act too. Luke played with his usual high level of energy, determination and skill, Matt was a powerful force in the centre of the pitch akin to a young Steve Perryman, David's tenure between the sticks saw him magically keep out numerous chances that seemed certain to find their way to the back of the net, whilst Chris and John showed flair and imagination - John taking on and beating numerous defenders with his majestic ball control, and Chris using his industry and know-how to find more space than in many a solar system. Meanwhile Nick, as always was tenacious in defence and additionally created many a chance for his side through a heady mix of skill and determination.