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We started the game and we were playing well. Taking the ball and having the control of the match.
Then unfortunately there was an action where the attacker from the other team shot and unfortunately hit an FCI arm so that was the first penalty and the first goal.
4ths continued fighting and we were doing well. We got a corner, we tried to do what we practiced but unfortunately we were not well placed in the back and they scored the second goal in a counter attack.
Half time 0-2
A couple of changes were made at half time and we began the second half and we were quite determined, and pressing a lot. But the luck was not on our side today as a long ball from them went through and the GK was a little hesitant. The striker won the ball and the GK ended up fouling him so another penalty. 3-0
Another change of personnel and 4ths were controlling the ball, pressing hard and we got ourselves a penalty.
Unfortunately a hard and central shot from Santi hit the crossbar, it was just not our day.
Final result 0-3.
Motm Benoit
After 4 losses in a row 4ths had a crucial game today against the team right behind. Very important to put a 5 points gap between us and them in this relegation battle.
Sunny weather, good pitch, 20 players available for this game and a lot of the unavailable/injured/not selected guys there to supoort us.
We started strong as we knew that in those kind of game between 2 teams in lack of confidence the first goal is key.
4ths were the best team on the pich from minute one, staying tight, not conceding chances and keeping the ball.
We went 1-0 up when Costi, as always, won his 1vs1 vs the keeper after a through ball from Peppe between the 2 CBs.
Most difficult thing was done and we turned 1-0 up at HT.
Opponent received a red card for kicking Viktor when he was on the ground. After that we somehow stopped playing and just kept the 1-0 instead of killing the game with a 2nd goal.
Opponent had a couple of opportunities at the end on set pieces, but with Christian on goal for his very last match in green, that’s a no danger.
Serious game, very important win. 2nd goal for Costi in 2 games and a deserved motm for Christian.
Fourths faced a strong Ettekijs 2 team today in Watermael-Boitsfort. Despite the recent setbacks, we played well in the first half in a very intense and physical game. Just minutes before half time, we were awarded a penalty after a nice run from Viktor. Unfortunately Karim didn’t use this big chance to take the lead, as the goalkeeper saved his attempt.
A few minutes into the second half, Ettekijs took the lead after a free kick into the box, and doubled it a few minutes later with another header. Fourths did not give up, but couldn’t create dangerous situations and conceded two more goals on the counter.
An overall improved performance, but a lot of work ahead to get out of the relegation zone.
Another tight game for the 4ths today and another 3 points lost at home.
The opponent was more physical than us today, stronger in the duels and better in the air.
We were better technically and showed it in the first half when Karim scored his first season goal after a good pass from Andrea and a quick play from the 4ths.
Unfortunately once more we conceded a goal on a corner and the opponent took the lead quickly after with a fucking lucky missed cross from half pitch going straight on the top corner of Matteo.
Despite a Costi goal disallowed by the ref, we couldn’t equalize.
A lot of us at training this week and at the game on saturday for this must-win to turn things on the good direction 💪
Final score 1-2
Motm Alberto on his first appearance.
Tough afternoon for the 4ths today, facing the league favorite.
After repeating 10 times to start the game tight, solid and focused we were 2-0 down after less than 10 minutes.
We really fougth back to turn 1-2 at HT after a goal from Viktor.
The first 10 minutes of the 2nd half were going to be decisive as Forestois was starting to doubt and be impatient.
Well, same mistake. 1-4 down in 10 minutes.
Rest of the game is insignificant due to the multiple changes we made.
4ths didnt play bad, we had opportunities, kept a positive fighting spirit but our defensive mistakes against a much better team than us scoring a direct free-kick and a direct corner led to this score.
Next weekend is also worth 3 points, let’s go for it! 💪
Motm Lore
After starting our season last saturday with a late 1-0 win, 4ths wanted to get their first home victory this season.
We started the game seriously and remained very strong in defense allowing very few opportunities to Patjes.
We scored twice in the last 10 minutes of the first half. Same goal. We kept the ball in the midfield and found Grisha on a long ball. 2 face to face vs the keeper. 2-0 up at HT.
We missed a couple of clear opportunities to kill the game at the beginning of the 2nd half and allowed Patjes to be back in the game after a cross nicely headed on the goal by their striker.
2-1 up, with 20 to go. 4ths suffered, 4ths defended, 4ths fought but 4ths didn’t break.
2-1 win. Motm Diego.
4ths journeyed south into Walloonia to battle with Vogelpik on a late sunny Saturday afternoon. With a strong squad, hopes of putting the first points on the board for the season were high.
Fourths started strong against the tall Belgians, defending strongly and generally dominating the play. We were maybe a little rushed with some of our forward balls but we carved out some good opportunities, particularly a 1v1 for Viktor that was well saved. Half time arrived and it was still 0-0.
In the 2nd half, we started to show a bit more composure on the ball, subs entered strongly and were able to create 3-4 good opportunities where again the Vogelpik goalie came to their rescue with very good saves.
It stayed 0-0 right into the last minutes of the game and 4ths were putting them under good pressure leading to David having a shot from the edge of the box that hit the bar a couple mins from the end. The follow up fell to Thomas on the edge of the box who went down under some pressure from the defender to win a penalty with 3 mins to go. Viktor stepped up to take it but unfortunately GK to the rescue again.
But we did not give up! We got going again immediately and managed to create an opening in the box which eventually fell to Ivan who slotted home in the last minute of the game! A 1-0 win with good fighting spirit shown throughout! Bring on next week 💪🏻
MotM Ivan/Santi
4th were looking to bounce back after losing the season opener last weekend.
Unfortunately the result was not positive today again despite much more positive things today. We incorporated a few new guys today and with half a team new the 4ths struggled at first to create chances and the opponent took an early lead after a very nice volley.
We fought back and tried to come back but unfortunately got punished in a counter. Viktor gave us hope with his first goal in green and a great Costi almost gave us the equalizer at the last minute.
1-2 final score.
Motm Costi
4ths lost their 1st season game.
We lacked a bit of talent and offensive power today but we were still the better team on the pitch.
Unfortunately our 4-5 clear opportunities didn’t went in and in their very rare chances, the opponent was awarded a penalty. Well reffed by Josh, stupidly defended by the 4ths.
Unfortunately we couldn’t come back into the game depsite 2 one vs one from Shane and Fabi.
That wasnt a bad game, but its 0 point.
Lets start the season next saturday 💪
Motm Karl with a very solid and strong performance.
And a big thanks to Josh for referring us today, and to the 3rds to help us out and bringing quality into our game today!