Bramhall Rangers 10 Cheadle Utd 3
"Men are like steel. When they lose their temper, they lose their worth" - Chuck Norris
After the previous weeks disappointing performance and result, it was either going to be a blessing or a curse that the next game against Cheadle Utd was to come around so soon. In the end it proved to be a very good thing, as the memories of the previous week’s results and underhand tactics used by CUT were still fresh in the mind.
A few changes were made to the match day squad, Rascle sitting out with the injury sustained last time round and Pie unavailable due to work commitments. In their places were Hedderz and Jim to add a bit more attacking flair. The conditions were atrocious. It was like playing football on Cleethorpes beach, puddles covered a large area of the pitch after a day of heavy rain, and that continued sporadically through the game. CUT lined up the same, and actually had one more man.
The referee was strong this week, clamping down on pushes straight away which were doubly dangerous given the conditions. This unsettled CUT somewhat as they were unable to use their physical tactics to ruffle the Rangers feathers. Mini was able to lead the charge notching twice to put the Rangers into the lead. The second came with some luck after ricocheting in off keeper and post. The first half was low scoring but CUT did get back in the game after some poor closing down by Mini, the guy wearing the most curious outfit you have seen (3/4 length pants, a sleeveless vest and a sun visor!) got a shot in from distance which squirmed off the wet surface and through Belly’s legs! Megged!
CUT were well closed down by the Rangers, Nev was really fired up and was putting life and limb on the line to get in the way of the ball. Jim was picking up the pieces in defence and working the ball forwards and Shiz was giving them a torrid time with consistent faced paced running…quite often they gave up chasing. Peter was being strong on the ball too and despite not registering in the first time was providing a physical presence not seen for a while. Hedderz, who was eager to get on the goal trail after a couple of barren games, was looking good, but unfortunately his game was cut short. Stretching to block a shot Hedderz twisted his ankle about 15 minutes into the game and had to hobble off. Hopefully it will heal quickly.
The half ended 2-1 and it was still a little close for comfort. Rangers needed to take the shots early and put pressure on CUT as they were taking risks in their own defence.
At the start of the second, CUT drew with a powerful effort from close range that Belly could do little about. However, this was as close as they got. Resorting to long range shooting and giving away a lot of free kicks it was relatively easy for Bramhall to soak up the pressure and hit on the break. Peter came into the game more in the final third and after some persistent battling and clinical finishing quickly racked up his hat trick. Jim was instrumental in a few of these moves with some precision passes and good touches. A great through ball enabled Mini to finish with one touch for his 3rd of the game too.
With gaps opening up and CUT heads dropping they were shooting from even further out, making it quite easy for Bramhall to defend. The spaces grew in the middle of the pitch and Jim was able to use his quick feet to carve open a chance. His finish was one Danny Boshell would have been proud of! The most magical moment of the game was when Nev, who had not scored for BRFC in 51 games before this, popped up on the edge of the CUT box. The ball bounced kindly and he lashed it passed the keeper…cue rapturous celebrations and an amusing little jig from Nev! Amazing scenes!
Despite not scoring, Shiz worked very hard throughout and assisted the goal scorers on numerous occasions. CUT were taking many risks in and around their own area, and Shiz was quick to close them down. His hard work paid off and he was able to square the ball for Mini to score his 5th at the death to cancel out CUT’s 3rd goal of the game. A fitting finish.
The difference in the end was that the Ranger’s did not rise to the antics of Cheadle and played their own game. Realising that they were not getting the better of BRFC, Cheadle soon lost teamwork and coherency which enabled Bramhall to ease them out of the game. In the end it was comfortable and convincing.
Final score – Bramhall Rangers 10 Cheadle Utd 3
Goals: Mini (5), Peter (3), (Jim (1), Nev (1)
Nev goal watch – 52…..oops! Sorry, old habits die hard! Back to 0 for Mr Nev, will it be so long until his next net bulger? Only time will tell!
After the previous weeks disappointing performance and result, it was either going to be a blessing or a curse that the next game against Cheadle Utd was to come around so soon. In the end it proved to be a very good thing, as the memories of the previous week’s results and underhand tactics used by CUT were still fresh in the mind.
A few changes were made to the match day squad, Rascle sitting out with the injury sustained last time round and Pie unavailable due to work commitments. In their places were Hedderz and Jim to add a bit more attacking flair. The conditions were atrocious. It was like playing football on Cleethorpes beach, puddles covered a large area of the pitch after a day of heavy rain, and that continued sporadically through the game. CUT lined up the same, and actually had one more man.
The referee was strong this week, clamping down on pushes straight away which were doubly dangerous given the conditions. This unsettled CUT somewhat as they were unable to use their physical tactics to ruffle the Rangers feathers. Mini was able to lead the charge notching twice to put the Rangers into the lead. The second came with some luck after ricocheting in off keeper and post. The first half was low scoring but CUT did get back in the game after some poor closing down by Mini, the guy wearing the most curious outfit you have seen (3/4 length pants, a sleeveless vest and a sun visor!) got a shot in from distance which squirmed off the wet surface and through Belly’s legs! Megged!
CUT were well closed down by the Rangers, Nev was really fired up and was putting life and limb on the line to get in the way of the ball. Jim was picking up the pieces in defence and working the ball forwards and Shiz was giving them a torrid time with consistent faced paced running…quite often they gave up chasing. Peter was being strong on the ball too and despite not registering in the first time was providing a physical presence not seen for a while. Hedderz, who was eager to get on the goal trail after a couple of barren games, was looking good, but unfortunately his game was cut short. Stretching to block a shot Hedderz twisted his ankle about 15 minutes into the game and had to hobble off. Hopefully it will heal quickly.
The half ended 2-1 and it was still a little close for comfort. Rangers needed to take the shots early and put pressure on CUT as they were taking risks in their own defence.
At the start of the second, CUT drew with a powerful effort from close range that Belly could do little about. However, this was as close as they got. Resorting to long range shooting and giving away a lot of free kicks it was relatively easy for Bramhall to soak up the pressure and hit on the break. Peter came into the game more in the final third and after some persistent battling and clinical finishing quickly racked up his hat trick. Jim was instrumental in a few of these moves with some precision passes and good touches. A great through ball enabled Mini to finish with one touch for his 3rd of the game too.
With gaps opening up and CUT heads dropping they were shooting from even further out, making it quite easy for Bramhall to defend. The spaces grew in the middle of the pitch and Jim was able to use his quick feet to carve open a chance. His finish was one Danny Boshell would have been proud of! The most magical moment of the game was when Nev, who had not scored for BRFC in 51 games before this, popped up on the edge of the CUT box. The ball bounced kindly and he lashed it passed the keeper…cue rapturous celebrations and an amusing little jig from Nev! Amazing scenes!
Despite not scoring, Shiz worked very hard throughout and assisted the goal scorers on numerous occasions. CUT were taking many risks in and around their own area, and Shiz was quick to close them down. His hard work paid off and he was able to square the ball for Mini to score his 5th at the death to cancel out CUT’s 3rd goal of the game. A fitting finish.
The difference in the end was that the Ranger’s did not rise to the antics of Cheadle and played their own game. Realising that they were not getting the better of BRFC, Cheadle soon lost teamwork and coherency which enabled Bramhall to ease them out of the game. In the end it was comfortable and convincing.
Final score – Bramhall Rangers 10 Cheadle Utd 3
Goals: Mini (5), Peter (3), (Jim (1), Nev (1)
Nev goal watch – 52…..oops! Sorry, old habits die hard! Back to 0 for Mr Nev, will it be so long until his next net bulger? Only time will tell!
posted by Mini at 10:08 am
4 Comments:
Get in.
Yo-dam-a-lan-a-ding-dong!!!!!!
Great game chaps, more of the same the rest of the season I think.
We are top of the league, I say we are top of the league!
Let's savour the moment whilst it lasts!
:)
Well done Nev. Glad to see you got a goal champ! :)
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