Score 2-2 (Draw)
Summary:
A slow start by Salamis whites with the midfield struggling to find their feet in the early stages. We went a goal down during and It looked like that could be one of many, the midfield then sprung into life pressing and linking the play with defence and attack. With this insurgence of energy and all round effort of the team the whites proved clearly to be he better side and were unlucky to concede an equaliser in injury time. At times the Whites entertained the spectators with incredible dribbling and passing as well as being strong in the challenge and working together in the press. Great performance by the Whites the team should be very proud.
Game Positives:
Max : Ran himself into the ground, battled hard for the team from the from the front doing lung busting runs where he sometimes did not even get the service for but still kept making them and got his reward with a goal. Max led by example and showed the team the value of hard work and effort.
Walid: SAVED A PENALTY!!! Walid had a solid game and made very few errors. He pulled off not only the penalty save but the follow up shot on goal which is incredibly difficult to do. Well done Walid, great work!!!
Luke: Easily one of the nicest people you will ever meet always happy and smiling and for that reason I think his competitive side is not often seen. Luke started very slow, too slow to help the team and in the early stages the team paid the price. But once he started to get going he proved what a midfield powerhouse he can be. Luke made crucial interceptions but also showed his technical ability by controlling the ball and making some great dribbles and passes. His improvement in energy and decision making are one of the main components of the team resurgence during that game.
Sam.D: Started off very slow and was too far forward to assist the midfield. Like Luke Sam switched on and really started to get going in the second half of the first half. Sam was very technical on the ball tried many through balls to the front three and tackled like a man possessed, Sam was very much a man of the match contender. Once Sam got into the game to help the midfield the opposition did not have an answer for him. Great game Sam you should be very proud of your contribution to the team.
Mohamed (Mo the Magician): Worked hard for the team and single-handedly took the fight to the opposition during the early stages. Mo’s technical ability and his ability to shield and control the ball in tight spaces makes him a joy to watch. What also made Mo a man of the match contender is his ability to release the ball at the right time to his team mates. Well played Mo great game!!
Oliver (Oli): Proved to be the last line of defence on may an occasion, very assured on the ball, able to read the game incredibly well and make those vital tackles and interceptions. Oli is also very competent on the ball and almost acts as a defensive midfielder when bringing the ball out from the back. A true team player who adds value to the team.
Muzzammil (Muz): Came on for the second half after assisting with being a linesman (many thanks for that Muz really appreciate it) in the first half. Worked hard for the team and rarely lost the ball. Muz bought some much need energy to the team who put in a colossal effort and were tiring towards the end.
Michal (Neehal): Played very well started of a bit nervous but grew in confidence and really contributed to the team with great tackling and passing Michal really helped to contribute to the team. Well played Michal/ Nehal keep up the good work!!!
Rashawn: Rashawn definitely gave the opposition something to think about and provided the team with a much needed outlet. His ball control and dribbling technique gave the opposition all kinds of problems and gave the team a much needed boost in the second half.
Game Issues:
Slow start for the whites and especially from the midfield. Because the midfield was not properly organised during the early stages the opposition had too much time and space which lead to the goal. The team definitely needs to communicate more with each other in order to support and encourage each other more. This team has a lot of ability and proved that during the second half where they were easily the better team. Whites need to play with more energy and enthusiasm from the start and keep that energy going until the final whistle.
Room For Improvement:
Dylan: Needs to have more self-belief, some of his errors seem based on a lack of confidence to get on the ball and find the pass. Dylan panics and then makes avoidable errors. Dylan is more than capable of making the right choices and executing them effectively Dylan just needs to believe in himself.
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Match Ratings:
Walid 9Michal 8
Oli 9
Dylan 8Furkan 8
Muz 8
Mo 9
Roni 8
Marlon 8
Sam D 8
Luke 8
Max 9