Match Report (by Medley) - Gower Allstars vs Camden Mixer - Group Cup
All Stars get the result but still may not qualify in Group Cup
While the gaffer was chasing tail with his Calzaghe look the All Stars took the opportunity to be complacent against a team they beat 5-0 just three weeks ago. The teams attitude was discussed before the game and although players were in agreement they were too nonchalant it didnt stop Mixer taking the lead inside five minutes. From a free kick near the half way line a mixer player was first to the ball and side footed it on the volley past a stunned defence.
The rest of the game was played at a needlessly edgy tempo with Gower having all the possession but rushing the game. That said Durrant scored a lovely goal with a solid strike that arrowed into the bottom left hand corner from 13 yards out.
With the half time score 1-1 the famous Regents Park wind played to the All Stars advantage and lead to numerous chances mainly from floated balls in the box that were not finished by the likes of Medley, Botterill and Blandy. The game overall was edgy, rushed and ultimately not enjoyable due to much disjointed play.
That said, the game was won with two minutes to go when Botterill had the ball taken off him by Kelly who shots hit the defender, as Botterill started to rant, Blandy controlled the rebound then unleashed a shot that beat the keeper with a sizeable deflection. A late save from Paley ensured the All Stars took all three points.
The latest news on the grapevine is that Camden Mixer have decided to forfeit their final match against Pheonix meaning that the best the All Stars can hope for is to be one of the top two runners up from the six groups. Winning the final game may not be enough but if it is the -1 goal difference will need to be considerably improved. Glyn has emailed the league complaining and is awaiting a response.
Bit of composure next time please boys, We have the goods lets just play our game.
MOTM = Durrant - for solid performance allround and topped off with a fine goal.
While the gaffer was chasing tail with his Calzaghe look the All Stars took the opportunity to be complacent against a team they beat 5-0 just three weeks ago. The teams attitude was discussed before the game and although players were in agreement they were too nonchalant it didnt stop Mixer taking the lead inside five minutes. From a free kick near the half way line a mixer player was first to the ball and side footed it on the volley past a stunned defence.
The rest of the game was played at a needlessly edgy tempo with Gower having all the possession but rushing the game. That said Durrant scored a lovely goal with a solid strike that arrowed into the bottom left hand corner from 13 yards out.
With the half time score 1-1 the famous Regents Park wind played to the All Stars advantage and lead to numerous chances mainly from floated balls in the box that were not finished by the likes of Medley, Botterill and Blandy. The game overall was edgy, rushed and ultimately not enjoyable due to much disjointed play.
That said, the game was won with two minutes to go when Botterill had the ball taken off him by Kelly who shots hit the defender, as Botterill started to rant, Blandy controlled the rebound then unleashed a shot that beat the keeper with a sizeable deflection. A late save from Paley ensured the All Stars took all three points.
The latest news on the grapevine is that Camden Mixer have decided to forfeit their final match against Pheonix meaning that the best the All Stars can hope for is to be one of the top two runners up from the six groups. Winning the final game may not be enough but if it is the -1 goal difference will need to be considerably improved. Glyn has emailed the league complaining and is awaiting a response.
Bit of composure next time please boys, We have the goods lets just play our game.
MOTM = Durrant - for solid performance allround and topped off with a fine goal.
posted by Gower FC @ 9:48 AM
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