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Woodley Town progressed into round 3 of the Inter-Toto cup with a good performance against Getafe.
Woodley started well, keeping possession and playing nice passing moves. And after 25 mins a corner was played short to Dean Marney, he skipped past 1 defender only to be tripped as he went at goal, penalty. Kees Howard stepped up but his poor effort was easily saved.
Not disheartened Woodley still passed well and got their reward when Marcelo Salas scored twice in 2 minutes. The first after good work by Gary Kelly and Marney down the right flank and the second after Hugo Almeida crossed in for the Chilian to finish.
The match was a slightly dirty affair with eight players picking up yellow cards. As time ticked away Getafe got a lifeline. Gulza scored with only 5 minutes left on the clock, this caused a frantic end to the game but Getafe couldn't break the Woodley defence again.
Overall - Good result
The draw for Round 3 saw Woodley drawn at home against Celtic. Celtic are not playing well in the Championship and occupy 17th place.
Woodley will have some confidence going into this match after already knocking out Rangers.
05-12-2006, 04:35 AM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #32
Fanzine Editor John Procillin recently stated that the fans are "delighted" with Chairman Rachael O'Reilly for getting Kees Howard on board and they are in full support of him management of Woodley Town FC
05-12-2006, 04:42 AM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #33
That's all for tonight.
If people are liking it let me know, or if you have any suggestions feel free to say. :thup:
I'm interested if people think its ok or not?
05-12-2006, 11:01 AM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #34
quote:
Originally posted by chesterfan2:
Nice start.
I like the style of your match reports, but if I had to make a little style suggestion try to flesh out the other bits a little. Only a minor point, and I wouldn't want to put you off. It's your story so feel free to take or leave this as you wish.
Most of all keep it up !
All suggestions are welcome. What do you mean flesh it out a bit. I'm kinda new at this...
A bit like this really...
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Transfer Signings
The Club would like to announce, as was earlier mentioned, the capture of young wingers Martin Brittain and Emil Hallfreosson. Both players have signed on free transfers from Newcastle and Spurs.
Kees Howard says "I'm delighted with these two signings as they are both exciting prospects. They have skill and pace and that will cause an y defence problems"
Also Woodley have signed young Roma defender Daniele Magliocchetti. The 19yr old can play anywhere accross the defence and will provide cover for the coming season.
One fan said "This young Italian has got people buzzing, he's meant to have a lot of talent and I can't wait to see him break into our first team squad"
I would like to think that we've the signings we've got and the people we are trying to get in we will have a good season.
I'd say this was overall a very good story. I'd echo Educated Hick in that you don't want to get all your story 'out there' too quickly. As they say in the movies. 'Leave 'em wanting more'
05-12-2006, 11:50 AM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #35
Its a very good start, concise but detailed enough to be readable. Don't get too ahead of yourself though, as with so many other stories on the board, some readers will see 30 odd posts up there and think 'woah' where did that come from. But that's just my view, others like em quick and fast, do what feels comfortable for you.
Love the UEFA idea btw and a strong start :thup:
05-12-2006, 03:32 PM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #36
After his recently call up to the England national squad Matthew Upson has been praised by his manager Kees Howard
Howard was quoted saying that "Upson is one of the main reasons for the teams good start to the season. He has helped the defence concede only 7 goals in our opening matches"
Upson was said to be "enjoying his time since the moved" and wanted to thank chairman Rachael O'Reilly for signing him.
05-12-2006, 03:51 PM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #38
Leverkusen came out on top in the match but both team played poorly and never seemed to get going.
The only goal of the game came midway through the first half and Leverkusen pressured with a few corners, the ball dropped invitingly inside the book and Schneider was there to score.
Woodley had some chances but never looked like scoring and even when manager Kees Howard went with 3 up top they still failed to impress. The only player to come out with any credit was Jlloyd Samuel who gave a solid performance from left back.
Overall - Poor against a quality side
05-12-2006, 04:00 PM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #39
Woodley Town currently find themselves in 3rd place in the league after 10 games but many fans will be asking how?
They have not won a laegue match for 5 games now.
Manager reassures fans that this is only a temporary blip and they will be back on form in no time.
Some fans seem unsure as the next two fixtures are against Steaua who are in 7th place, just 1 point behind and Zaragoza who are 6th but level on points with Woodley
The next few weeks will be a test for rookie manager Kees Howard to see if he can keep up Woodley Town's excellent start
05-12-2006, 04:18 PM
Local Business Woman takes on world of Football......... Post #40
Woodley Town were on the end of another 1-0 defeat, this time against Steaua.
Steaua set out very attacking, playing 3-4-3, and it was this that caused problems for Woodley as Steaua dominated the frist half. Steaua got their reward through a Mark Pembridge goal.
As the second half got underway Woodley looked more determinded to play well and they did, creating a few half chances but nothing to worry the keeper. But as we went into the final 15 minutes Hugo Almeida missed a golden chance, the ball falling to him, 15 yards out, with an empty net but his effort went wildly over the bar. As if that wasn't bad enough Woodley got a penalty shortly after. Michael Tonge was fouled just inside the box and Kees Howard stepped up, but him tame penalty was easy to save and that summed up how things are going for Woodley at the moment.
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