With political and social unrest occurring in Tunisia and Egypt, revolutions are proving to be a popular past time. However, these revolutions are not just reserved for Middle Eastern states, but also for members of the Camden Musical Association League. The resignation of the old guard, espoused by the captaincy of James ‘Mubarak’ Denselow has been replaced by a younger breed of amateur footballer, and under the stewardship of Jules ‘the speedster Elbaradei’, Phoenix have continued their excellent run of form.
Last week’s game against Old Elysians, which saw Pheonix score five, was a key performance, and one which was intended to be built upon. Phoenix did that against Camden AC in style, and on a fairly rugged pitch, pulled off a composed and clinical victory, scoring six without reply.
The team was similar to last weeks, Sam in goal, Bradley at right back, Pat at Left back and Iron Mike and Danny ‘The Wall’ at centre back. Henry ‘the Babymaker’ and Jamie Davies occupied the centre of midfield, flanked by Alex and Pete on the wings. Upfront was the formidable partnership of Jules and Fernando.
The game started brightly, and Phoenix found themselves ahead in the first minute, some great running by Pete allowed Bradley to finish at a tight angle. Phoenix doubled their lead a few minutes later; this time a cross from Jules met the head of Pete, who nestled the ball in off the post. The score remained two nil throughout the first half, and Phoenix remained under the cosh for large periods of play, and were lucky on several instances not to concede.
The second half saw a much more composed style of play, and Jamie Davies in particular was spreading the ball around patiently, waiting for the chance to find that killer pass. We extended our lead ten minutes into the second half courtesy of a free kick from Jules, which was whipped in such venom that the keeper could only parry it into his own net.
Three nil up and the flood gates opened. AC were losing the fitness battle, and started giving the ball away cheaply, often just outside their own area. This style of suicidal football suited Phoenix, who capitalised rapaciously on their opponent’s fatigue. Fernando added to his goal tally with a tap in after some great work by Jules on the left. Pete scored a blinder, sending in a low stuck shot from the right of the area that almost ripped the net, and Alex scored our sixth, rounding the keeper before finishing into the empty net.
Six nil, and a great display of football all round. Sam made some great saves to grab his second clean sheet in a row. Pete, Alex and Jules ran their socks off, a key reason for the oppositions weary legs, who tried and failed to keep up. The ‘Babymaker’ also had a fine game, breaking up play and generally bossing the midfield.
Man of the Match: Difficult choice between Iron Mike and Jamie D, who both had exemplary performances, but the award goes to Jamie D, for his calm passing and dry wit.
