JB Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 A win And to top it off, S.T.I only got a draw KUTGW mate! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 2, 2009 Author Share Posted September 2, 2009 The next round of matches should be up tonight along with our first 'Player of the Month' Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton162 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Good news DD, KUTGW mate Really looking forward to the NTI Vs STI clash as well Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 2, 2009 Author Share Posted September 2, 2009 You'll have to wait a while for that: 3 more World Cup Qualifiers, STI at the Gold Cup and all of the end of season reports before we get to the next rivals clash. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton162 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Whoops! In my tired state i forgot that the NTI Vs STI match was played a while back :o Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsmith1989 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm quite happy with the 2-2 draw against Honduras. It was a game we could've won. The stats certainly suggest we were on top. Shame about that penalty miss. That could've created a completely different story. Funny seeing those NTI boys happy with a 1-0 victory over Jamaica. Us STI lads have bigger fish to fry. Kutgw! and eagerly anticipating the first 'Player of the Month'. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 2, 2009 Author Share Posted September 2, 2009 Treasure Islands Player of the Month, March 2013 With March concluded, there's just enough time to introduce our first ever Player of the Month. This can be a player from the Northern or Southern Islands and the award can be given for a number of reasons: consistent high level of performance over the month, outstanding contribution to a key game, a turnaround in form, a stunning last-gasp winning goal... It is designed to give an insight into what is going on for the players at club level as well as on the international scene. So, without further ado, the March Player of the Month is.... ROBERT BOYLE! Nation: NTI Caps: 7 (0 goals) Current Club: Sheffield Utd (English Championship) The award is given to Boyle this month for two reasons: 1) He gave two standout performances for his club this month laying a goal in each game as Sheff Utd beat Leceister and Blackpool to move up to 2nd in the table. 2) This fine form comes after 2 and a half years of frustration in the Reading Reserves. Boyle has immediately had an impact at Bramall Lane following a 90k January move and looks set to play an important part in Sheff Utd's promotion push. March Stats (club) | Championship Table And special mentions also go to: Claudio Castagnoli (AC Milan/STI), who, very much like Boyle, has finally broken into the first team after a long time on the sidelines. Tom Smith (Barcelona/STI), who had an absolute stormer against Celta laying on all 3 goals in a 3-1 win and picking up a 9.8 rating. Trevor Tobago (Dundee Utd/NTI) whose good form at club level earned him his first cap and led to an important NTI win. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsmith1989 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Congratulations Robert Boyle. Glad to be getting a special mention. What a game I had against Celta. 9.8 rating! Whats a man to do to get player of the month around here Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton162 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 WP Robert Congratulations Robert Boyle. Glad to be getting a special mention. What a game I had against Celta. 9.8 rating! Whats a man to do to get player of the month around here You've got to be an NTI'er Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsmith1989 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 WP Robert You've got to be an NTI'er DD obviously just feels sorry for you NTI folk seen as u STI'ers are far superior. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 2, 2009 Author Share Posted September 2, 2009 Regens To The Rescue For NTI | STI + U.S.A. = 0 Northern Treasure Islands v. Mexico Date: 03.04.2013 Competition: World Cup Quals (NAM), 3rd Phase Venue: Capital City Stadium, Capital City Previous Meeting: Mexico 3, NTI 1 (WCQ 2nd Phase Grp 3, 13.10.2012) NTI Form: LWWDW | World Ranking: 103rd Mexico Form: WWWWW| World Ranking: 13th NTI Line-up (4-4-2): Almond; Hurst, Hamilton, Hawkini, Lazewski; Bojangles, Iglesias, Barkley, McBob Jnr. ©; Gayle, Gonzalez JR Subs: Harrow, Jonathan, McNally, Flash, Hendrie, Tner, Gray Match Report: NTI faced a tough game as they sought to consolidate on their win over Jamaica. Mexico had beaten them twice in the previous group phase and the NTIers knew a loss here would be a blow to their qualification hopes whereas a positive result could give them an edge over the other teams later on. The Northerners were determined to make the most of their home advantage with nearly 90,000 football mad fans cheering them on as they took the game to Mexico and did a good job of it. Barkely was the driving force in midfield, Iglesias and Bojangles were tirelessly running up the flanks and tracking back and Hamilton and Hawkini were aerially dominant at the back. Lazewski and surprise inclusion Hurst were also doing a good job of controlling Guardado and dos Santos on the wings. Gonzalez JR had some good chances but he was bringing the best out of Ochoa in the Mexican goal. With Tobago injured and Browne suspended, he lacked a strong partner though as Chris Gayle floundered. Despite their good play, NTI were to succumb to the experience of the Mexican side shortly before half time. A run from Carlos Vela was ended by a foul from Hawkini in a dangerous position and up stepped Rafael Marquez to fire in the free kick from 25 yards. It seemed that NTI’s game plan, effective as it was, would not bear fruit. In the second half, frustrations increased as Ochoa and the Mexican defence thwarted NTI’s best attacks and Mexico threatened to increase thier lead with some swift counter attacks. With Gayle looking out of his depth, Hendrie was sent on to see if he could make a difference and, with 8 minutes left on the clock he did. A quick attack by Mexico was stopped in its tracks as Hamilton claimed the ball before passing to Flash in the Mexico half, who turned and played a lovely pass to Hendrie. The Tranmere striker had his back to goal but managed to expertly control the ball, turn and shoot into the bottom corner. That goal earned NTI a vital point against the toughest team in the group and means they now sit 2nd in the table. Final Score: NTI 1, Mexico 1 | NTI Player Ratings & Stats Attendance: 89,936 Milestones: - Martin Bojangles and Ben Flash earned their 20th caps for NTI - James Almond made his 15th international start. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Southern Treasure Islands v. U.S.A. Date: 03.04.2013 Competition: World Cup Quals (NAM), 3rd Phase Venue: World’s End Stadium, Cove Bay Previous Meeting: U.S.A. 1, STI 1 (WCQ 2nd Phase Group 2, 17.10.2012) STI Form: WWDLD| World Ranking: 80th U.S.A. Form: WDWDL| World Ranking: 23rd STI Line-up (4-4-2): Blackbeard; Castagnoli, Stigarakis, Toscani, Cardiovascular; Hart Jnr, Smith, James II ©, Gingerbread Jnr; Dodgson, Kroeger Jnr. Subs: Brookes, Philippens, Burrows, Crazy, Hasek, Ogden, Redmond Match Report: Meanwhile, somewhere to the South, STI hosted the other regional powerhouse as they took on the U.S.A. Both sides needed a result to kickstart their qualifying campaigns as the Southerners had played out two draws so far and the Americans had just a single point after defeat in Mexico. The game itself was an incredibley even, tense affair with both sides playing cautiously. Stigarakis and Toscani sat deep in defence, rarely venturing forward as the sought to snuff out any opposing attacks. Their counterparts did the same with Dodgson and Kroeger Jnr. struggling to find space. Even Smith and James II in the centre of midfield were struggling to make an impact and found themselves passing the ball back and forth looking for the openings that never came. It was no surprise in the end that the game ended goaless but the score was a cuase of concern for STI as they failed to take full advantage of playing at home yet again. Final Score: STI 0, U.S.A. 0 | STI Player Ratings & Stats Attendance: 89,991 Milestones: - Paul Hart Jnr, Tom Smith and Heinrich Kroeger Jnr. all made their 30th appearance for STI. - Blackbeard picked up his 25th cap. Other Result: Jamaica 1, Honduras 0 Group Table (After 3 games) – As expected, Mexico are top. NTI have put themselves in a good position, 2nd with 5 points, 2 clear of STI in 3rd. Jamaica’s surprise win over Honduras has thrown the battle for the qualifying spots wide open but the biggest surpirse so far has to be the U.S.A.’s poor showing as they bottom and in danger of not even making the play-offs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Ian~ Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Claudio Castagnoli (AC Milan/STI), who, very much like Boyle, has finally broken into the first team after a long time on the sidelines. Wahey, I've been waiting so long to read that. KUTGW Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP_Doosra Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Good to see that STI are still in a position where they can qualify for the World Cup. What's not so good is that van Pieters is still injured and his career has hardly even started. Hopefully once he returns he can get some first team football out on loan somewhere although Arsenal really don't seem all that keen to let him go. When is Rufio van Pieters scheduled to return from injury DD? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackcats Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 excellent result for NTI, bring on the world cup Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton162 Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 DD obviously just feels sorry for you NTI folk seen as u STI'ers are far superior. Of course, that's why the group table looks like this: Group Table (After 3 games) – As expected, Mexico are top. NTI have put themselves in a good position, 2nd with 5 points, 2 clear of STI in 3rd. Jamaica’s surprise win over Honduras has thrown the battle for the qualifying spots wide open but the biggest surpirse so far has to be the U.S.A.’s poor showing as they bottom and in danger of not even making the play-offs. A good result for NTI there, it's a supprise to see the USA struggling but it's good news as it means that we have an even better chance of qualifying for the World Cup KUTGW DD Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 3, 2009 Author Share Posted September 3, 2009 What's not so good is that van Pieters is still injured and his career has hardly even started. Hopefully once he returns he can get some first team football out on loan somewhere although Arsenal really don't seem all that keen to let him go.When is Rufio van Pieters scheduled to return from injury DD? It says 3 to 4 months on his personal screen so he will be back for the start of next season and maybe even for the Gold Cup, which starts on 17th July. He has one more year to run on his contract so it will be interesting to see if Arsenal stick by him and offer a new deal. Or who knows? Maybe van Pieters will make his own decision to leave... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PluckaDuck Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 STI qualifying for the World Cup would be amazing. Good effort from the back 4 to keep a clean sheet!! KUTGW DD. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsmith1989 Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Of course, that's why the group table looks like this: A good result for NTI there, it's a supprise to see the USA struggling but it's good news as it means that we have an even better chance of qualifying for the World Cup KUTGW DD You'll soon see. NTI are just on a 'lucky' run. Still a little way to go, and luck won't get you all the way. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
el sid Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 3 games and 3 draws in the qualifiers STI should be winning a few games with the undoubted quality we have Oh and capped 30 times kutgw dd Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Another good result and we are second in the group. Bring on the WC! KUTGW mate! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 3, 2009 Author Share Posted September 3, 2009 Treasure Islands Player of the Month, April 2013 Following World Cup Qualifiers, the Treasure Islanders returned to domestic football action to wrap up the season in Europe. In truth, it was not a great month for the Treasure Islanders with no truly oustanding performances or special moments. For that reason, this month's award is handed out on basis on consistency rather than showmanship. The April Player of the Month is: JUAN ALVARO BROWN!! Nation: NTI Caps: 18 (1 goal) Current Club: Real Madrid (Spanish Liga BBVA) Juan Alvaro Brown has been one of the stars of the sign up so far. A great start to his career at Porto was followed by a big money move to Real Madrid at the start of the season, where he has immediately become an intergral part of the team. This month saw him make 8 appearances in the league and the Champions League. Despite a poor start to the month, he showed his class with high quality performances against Valencia in the Champions League (especially in the second leg when he helped guard Madrid's defence after Sergio Ramos was sent off - unfortunately, his team would be eliminated on penalties) and against Sevilla, Atletico Madrid and Almeria in La Liga. Although he didn't have a great game against Barcelona, Real still won, much to the delight of thier fans and put themselves in a great position to win the title. April Stats (club) | La Liga Table Also worth a mention: Tom Smith (Barcelona/STI) - played consistently in 8 matches, just like Juan Alvaro Brown, but crucially finished on the losing side in El Classico. Blackbeard (Man Utd/STI) - after months of bench-warming, was suddenly called into action in the game against Everton due to an injury to the No1 keeper. Also did an admirable job in a tough game against league leaders Chelsea the following week. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsmith1989 Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Another mention. Surely it's going to be third time lucky Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookie15 Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 What's happening with Van Der Cook? :confused: He's not featuring for the STI's, just wondering if he's seeing much game time at Tottenham or is he going to need to to move on? C'mon the STI'ers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 3, 2009 Author Share Posted September 3, 2009 You'll get some news on van der Cook soon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookie15 Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 You'll get some news on van der Cook soon. Hmmmm sounds interesting, perhaps a move is on the cards! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PluckaDuck Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 I don't think I can even get a game in Australia, So I don't like my chances of getting player of the Month any time soon! Really liking the Player of the month updates, sometrhing different from all the rivalry focussness. KUTGW DD! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldkohmew Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 NTI to get through... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamuel Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Hello, Apologies for my recent inactivity here. I have been following but haven't really found the time to write anything constructive. Great to see things going well for the NTI though and as per usual great updates. Last but not least... Player of the month! Woohoo! First of many I hope although really needs to cut down on the fouls and work on getting a few more goals. KUTGW Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
crhealy Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Healy still stuck on the Porto bench? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 4, 2009 Author Share Posted September 4, 2009 I don't think I can even get a game in Australia, So I don't like my chances of getting player of the Month any time soon! There's also the fact that the A-League finals finished in February meaning Burrows hasn't had any club action for three months. Healy still stuck on the Porto bench? Yes, he is. His contract expires at thye end of the current season though and a couple of bottom half Liga Sagres teams are interested. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB-forever Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Looks like I'll have to wait till the end of season for the young Le Quack to get a mention Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 4, 2009 Author Share Posted September 4, 2009 Looks like I'll have to wait till the end of season for the young Le Quack to get a mention As he's on loan at a club in a non-active division, I don't have any real stats to go on. Hopefully, he'll be in the first team at Academica next season though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 4, 2009 Author Share Posted September 4, 2009 Treasure Islands Player of the Month, May 2013 Plenty of action this month as most of the European leagues and cups came to an end. Treasure Islanders picked up medals, helped thier clubs beat the drop and won awards but the award goes to someone who made an impact in just a couple of games. The May Player of the Month is: MARCUS VAN DER COOK!! Nation: STI Caps: 6 (0 goals) Current Club: Spurs (English Premier League) It's never easy for a young player without much first team experience to be thrust into the spotlight. How about when you are called upon for a European semi final? That's exactly what happened to Marcus van der Cook this month when Curtis Davies picked up a groin strain days before the Europa League semi final with Werder Bremen. With Corluka already out, van der Cook, who had been on loan at Drogheda in Ireland and playing in the reserves all season, was suddenly called up. He played well in an emphatic 5-2 win at White Hart Lane and in the second leg, with Spurs getting increasingly nervous as their opponents took a two goal lead, he came up for a corner and flicked it on to Roque Santa Cruz to score. That goal ended Wereder's attempted comeback and helped Spurs to the final 6-3 on aggregate. Van der Cook returned to the reserves once Davies returned to fitness but with Spurs going on to win the final against Newcastle, he had made an important contribution. May stats (club) Also worth a few kind words: Juan Alvaro Brown (Real Madrid/NTI) - the April Player of the Month wrapped up a great first season at Real with league championship and cup winner's medals. Hawkini (Tigres/NTI) - a regular feature of the side that is on the verge of the clasura final in Mexico. Tom Hamilton (Frankfurt/NTI) - a solid performance on the last day of the season helped keep the defence tight as Frankfurt escaped relegation on goal difference. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 4, 2009 Author Share Posted September 4, 2009 June 2013 International Update: Treasure Island Bosses Name Their Squads The NTI and STI squads for the World Cup Qualifiers to be played on Saturday, 8th June and Wednesday 12th June were announced today. NTI, away to Honduras before facing the U.S.A. at home, are still without Juan Alvaro Brown as he has one more match of his suspension to serve following his sending off against STI in the first game. Jack Browne and Benat Fernandez Iglesias return after their suspensions though. The return of Iglesias means Cristobal Blanco is excluded from the squad. NTI Squad: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STI have two away ties - a very tough game at the Azteca against Mexico and a match against Jamaica they can not afford to lose. Craig Healy is recalled after missing out last time but three familiar faces are missing: Rufio van Pieters is still a month away from returning to training and Loic Philippens is currently out with a twisted knee. Paul Hart Jnr is also left out of the squad as he is suspended after accumulating two yellow cards. STI Squad: Match reports to come over the weekend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Back in the squad. Look forward to the match reports Hopefully a win against Honduras, and a win against U.S.A will go down well too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert_296 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 The first player of the month \o/ Keep up the good work DD. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookie15 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Get in there.......Van Der Cook is voted player of the month! Ok it was based on the back of a couple of performances in the European Semi final (not bad eh!) but he's really struggled to break in to the Spurs first team. Hopefully, this good showing and his value (£2.6 million) should see him start to make a few more strides in his career. Cheers DodgeeD i'll pay that fiver now!!!:rolleyes: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulHartman71 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Paul Hart Jnr not called up? I'm disgusted. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 4, 2009 Author Share Posted September 4, 2009 Paul Hart Jnr not called up? I'm disgusted. An error with the AI selection I think and one that hit NTI last time - it seems players with a one match ban are not picked even when the squad is getting together for two fixtures. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulHartman71 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 An error with the AI selection I think and one that hit NTI last time - it seems players with a one match ban are not picked even when the squad is getting together for two fixtures. oh, that's not a problem, presumed it was due to ability Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whoopy D Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Injured Pretty sure STI can cope without Philippens though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PluckaDuck Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 I'm the only natural left-winger in the squad, hopefully I'll get a run at some point. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton162 Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 Also worth a few kind words: Tom Hamilton (Frankfurt/NTI) - a solid performance on the last day of the season helped keep the defence tight as Frankfurt escaped relegation on goal difference. It just goes to show how good a defender i really am! Looking forward to the qualifiers this weekend Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackcats Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 Im loving this sign up, can't believe how quickly fm10 is coming around. DD do you plan on continuing past the release of fm10 or are you going to start a new sign up sharpish or are you just going to take some time out to play the game? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 5, 2009 Author Share Posted September 5, 2009 I'll run this through to a suitable conclusion, like last time (I think the FM08 version came to an official end at the end of the 2018 World Cup, maybe we can push through to 2022 this time). Any FM10 sign up depends on time really. I have some other ideas to try out so I may go for those first. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
el sid Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 I can twice as many sign ups next year with the new league editor tbh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 5, 2009 Author Share Posted September 5, 2009 I expect the same as with challenges - a flurry of them when the game is released, many of which won't get that far. If I run another sign-up, I'll wait a while until I've had a chance to take a proper look at the editor and see what the possibilities are. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsmith1989 Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 Didn't get a mention this time in the most recent Player of the Month Award. Good to see i'm keeping my place in the STI squad. Highest valued player Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgeeD Posted September 6, 2009 Author Share Posted September 6, 2009 B&B Do The Business As NTI Get A Point | STI Learn It’s Nava Too Late For Mexico To Score Honduras v. Northern Treasure Islands Date: 08.06.2013 Competition: World Cup Quals (NAM), 3rd Phase Venue: Francisco Morazan, San Pedro Sula Previous Meeting: - Honduras Form: WWDDL| World Ranking: 34th NTI Form: WWDWD | World Ranking: 101st NTI Line-up (4-4-2): Almond; Jonathan, Hamilton, Hawkini, Lazewski; Bojangles, Flash, Barkley, McBob Jnr. ©; Browne, Gonzalez JR Subs: Harrow, Hurst, Barron, McNally, Hendrie, Gray, Webster Match Report: A tough game on paper as NTI travelled to the reigning continental champions. The Northerners were on good form going into the game however, whereas Honduras had made a slow start to the group. The first half was very even but Honduras just edged it as they scored 4 minutes before the break, David Suazo rounding off a great move from the home side by nutmegging Hamilton and picking his spot beyond Almond’s reach. Paul Barron was brought on during the second half for Bojangles and had an instant impact. After just 7 minutes on the pitch, he collected a Jack Borwne pass on the halfway line and ran all the way into the box, beating 5 opposition players before chipping the keeper from a tight angle for an outstanding goal. NTI’s joy was short-lived though as Honduras soon re-established their lead through Hendry Thomas. NTI were running out of time and, in the end, large slice of luck helped them level the game again. As Honduras tried to clear the ball from their box, confusion ensued when the ball bounced of several Honduran and NTI players before falling to an unmarked Jack Browne who kept his composure to tap in. Things got a bit ugly after that as Honduras were reduced to ten men following a vicious foul on Ben Flash. It was too late for NTI to take advantage but they were satisified with the point. Final Score: Honduras 2, NTI 2 | NTI Player Ratings & Stats Attendance: 21,982 Milestones: - --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mexico v. Southern Treasure Islands. Date: 08.06.2013 Competition: World Cup Quals (NAM), 3rd Phase Venue: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City Previous Meeting: Mexico 2, STI 0 (2011 Gold Cup Quarter Final) Mexico Form: WWWWD| World Ranking: 12th STI Form: WDLDD| World Ranking: 81st STI Line-up (4-4-2): Blackbeard; Castagnoli, Stigarakis, Cardiovascular, Hasek; Bobinho Jr, Smith, James II ©, Gingerbread Jnr; Dodgson, Kroeger Jnr. Subs: Brookes, Toscani, Puckett, Burrows, Crazy, Smith, van der Cook Match Report: STI faced their toughest game so far under a bit of pressure as they had only managed three draws in their opening three games. Nevertheless, early signs suggested they would give Mexico a run for their money with Smith and James II trying to stamp their authority on the game early on and Kroeger Jnr. going close with an early chance. Their bright start was confirmed on 15 minutes as James II whipped in a corner and J.D. Dodgson rose above the pack at the far post to head the ball in and open the scoring. That goal only served to stir the Mexicans into action and they laid seige to the STI penalty area for the rest of the half. The STI defence did their best to hold out and they managed to until the 72nd minute when Jiminez slipped away from his marker Theo Stigarakis to score at the far post. That spurred Mexico on to search for the equaliser. STI tried to pack the defence with van der Cook introduced late on but, just when it seemed the Southerners might escape with a point, a corner came into the box and Raul Nava found himself unmarked and headed the ball in at the near post. So close for STI but ultimately, they left the stadium with nothing. Final Score: Mexico 2, STI 1 | STI Player Ratings & Stats Attendance: 88,026 Milestones: - J.D. Dodgson made his 25th appearance for STI and scored his 10th international goal. - Claudio Castagnoli picked up his 20th cap. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Result: U.S.A. 2, Jamaica 2 – the Americans seemed to have their qualificaiton programme back on track until two late goals earned Jamaica a point and left the Americans still searching for a win. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton162 Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 A draw, a good result i think against a nation ranked 34th in the world. Hamilton getting a 6.0 rating though STI losing in the last minute KUTGW DD Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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