A winter chill was in the air and a heavy waterlogged, gray set of clouds hung over the pitch minutes before kickoff. We were lucky and just caught a bit of misty rain which cleared quickly. The Italy and England game was still being played as we warmed up and just before kick off we heard that Italy had hung on to win 2-1.
But there were bigger worries - how would we go against Glen Eira Extreme - team two in our competition from that club?
We started off fairly well and we took the most possession. We were still making errors up front but generally our defenders and mids were doing a good job. We tried to force it sometimes but our speed kept us in the game. It was great to see the backs prepared to pass all the way to Olli Cam. as we utilise his ability to be in space. The first goal was a nice one - from Liam H and he soon followed suit with number two. We had plenty of opportunities but squandered quite a few. We just need to make better decisions in the 18 yard box because when we play really good teams we wont get as many opportunities. We need to learn to make them count. We also tend to get tired quickly and we all probably need to work on this our selves a little bit. It would be great to go to three and four sessions a week as we actually need it - but with holidays upon us perhaps we can squeeze some more sessions in.
At the half we went in with a 2-0 lead. There were still some things to fix and we spoke to the individuals and where they could improve. We asked Liam H to place the ball even though he had kicked two great goals. We asked some folks to show a little more intensity, or use their left foot more, or dribble across the pitch or check more.
To the team's credit - everyone came out in the second half and followed instructions. Liam put in a beautifully placed shot - one that might be spectacular but one that shows that players are prepared to listen. Alec played a brilliant second half as did Daniel, Callum, Francesca, Olly Ch. and Luis. Alec scored a goal because he was prepared to make the second and third effort and really this enabled him to make a goal from nothing! That is what we look for from all players - the ability to keep working the whole time - whether results are coming or not. We need this from everyone. Great performances were given by Daniel A for the entire game as well as a really good game from Olly Cam and Luke St.
As we got tired we tended to make some errors but as the game went on we became more and more dominant. Rob N really has a knack for scoring from a first touch and he scored two in the second half from crosses. Ethan played midfield and started to work well in there as we rested Liam and Luis. Nathan and Daniel played well in their respective positions and I reckon Daniels must have more assists than anyone else. They both work hard and their pace is very important to us as a team.
The scorers today were as follows -
Liam H - 3
Robbie N - 2
Daniel B - 1
Alec D - 1
The team won with a score of 7-0 but we have the big game this week!!! We play the Brighton team who are on top. Go Chelsea!!!
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