Galacticos 3-5 Dulwich 03/22/2010
 ...............................................................Neil ………................................................. Santi……………………..….Dean……………………….Harry…….………..…….Pete Luke…..............................Mikey………………..…….Andrew………….........Danielle ………………………………Andrey……………………..Rodi……………………………… “Well, y’know, at the end of the day the boys done well. Credit to the other lads, really was a game of two halves” – Neil O’Maonaigh-Lennon Conventional wisdom tells us that “football is a game of two halves”. This theory has been contested by Mathematicians at Lancaster University using software pioneered by the Russian Markov in the 1920s. Though the theory of the Lancaster boffins contests that football is in fact a game of “a four state, log linear, Markov process”, today’s evidence firmly corroborates the commonly held original hypothesis. The game was played on a beautiful Sunday, light breeze and beating sun galore. Yet once more the Galacticos lineup saw itself devoid of its core. The once talismanic, now enigmatic pairing of Captain Kelly and Podcast Phil lay curled up, sleeping off their birthday blues whilst the rest of the squad fought bravely to uphold the honour of the club. Both players have each missed 2/3 of the last Galacticos games. Sources close to the club are beginning to question the commitment of the individuals who were once revered by supporters as the fulcrum of the side. Perhaps with the next game being the defence of a two year cup run we could expect them to return to the pitch as pride and a place in the Cup final await. For those who did attend fought with a magnificent, and for the first half, unprecedented gusto. First McMillen beautifully played through Ortiz minor and the youngster cooly rounded the keeper and slotted the ball into the net. Then some slick passing and a snappy one two in the box left Luke to tee up Andrew on the edge of the area. Though unable to direct his shot, the American, as his nation are famed for, used all of his force to achieve his goal, powering the ball over the hapless keeper’s head. Yet despite Chinese New Year being now a distant memory, for Ronaldanielle the fireworks had only just begun. Having earned a foul 30 yards from goal, the Aussie fought off the hoard of hyenas vying for an opportunity to strike at goal. Then with graceful class and control, rarely seen even amongst the ranks of the Galacticos, she stepped up and sent a curling shot round the wall and into the far top right hand corner of the goal. Wheeling round with a smile from eye to eye, spectators and players were reported to hear her remark “Ah lav that engul” before accepting the congratulations of her team. With the team 3-0 up and the defensive pairing of Cutler and debutant Dean proving as impregnable as the Great Wall, the game seemed dead and buried before half time. Sadly they were only a mere Maginot Line. The great battle strategist Sun Tzu wrote “Opportunities multiply as they are seized”. So Dulwich set out to wage war. Setting out with a far more physical approach a few bookings led to irritation amongst the Galacticos. The once gold and glad turned black and blue beneath the torrent of late tackles and it was not long before the Galacticos hit back. Only sadly we were seen. In the box. Penalty. 3-1. The first opportunity seized... The score remained the same till half time and the trooped off at half time still smiles and head high in buoyant mood. -Half Time Galacticos 3-1 Dulwich- Perhaps it was the beating sun, fatigue from the pre-match party or downright exhaustion on the part of Mikey and Neil (Mr. Incredible and Haibao) who had completed an 8k run that very morning. Nevertheless after the break the mantra came into play. Dulwich were changed and the momentum they carried from the end of the first half transcended new heights in the 2nd. The Ardennes had been found and the wall was left firm but powerless to defend, the Dulwich Panzers spearheaded by a strong surging number 8 overhauled the deficit and left Los Galacticos 5-3 down. How now the players wished they were still curled up with Boyle and Kelly in bed (non-homoerotically). Unfortunately unlike at the Bulge, the counter offensive failed. Well played to Dulwich for their spirit and the comeback which could have been far greater had it not been for the heroics of keeper Neil. It is a shame though that their very good play was undermined by what may be called banter, but is borderline bullying, especially towards the younger Galacticos members. From teachers of all people! This was underlined by a red card for a 2nd bookable offense for the right winger, who otherwise played very well. It is hoped that when the sides meet in the Cup, the game will be played with less animosity and antagonism. Well played to both sides and great post match Latina (“the best South-American grill in town”). Credit must go to Man of the Match Dean, who produced a sterling performance at centre back. The Galacticos will be looking to reverse the result in the same fixture in two weeks time for a place in the Cup final. It is thought Boyle and Kelly will be fit. Title Text.CommentsDanielle 03/23/2010 07:05
These are so well written! Great read! Frederik 03/23/2010 20:21
Have to agree with Nick and Danielle there... great prose! Pete 03/29/2010 20:28
Glad you enjoyed it guys and girl. Naturally Nick I'd be up for any freelance work. obi 04/02/2010 12:28
Thanks for the great report .My gratitude also to u all who were present that day.I couldn`t be with u guys that day since i went to Beijing to Extend my passport. But i`ll definitely be there the 11th for the cup. Leave a Reply |  About:"A drinking team with a footballing problem" - esteemed captain Ned kelly ArchivesMay 2010 Categories |
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