Co-mangers Hobbs and Aldrich launched a stinging attack on Director of Footballs John Boyle after the Vets conceded 2 critical goals through unlucky bounces in this match against Dun Cow.
The hard men managers accused Boyle of buying sub-standard match balls. Boyle maintains the balls are genuine high quality, bought from Fred the Fence at the back of Mike Ashley Soccer World. Hobbs and Aldrich remain unconvinced.
Having lost in the cup last week, Knebworth made several changes to the squad for this league match. Jono was left out following a training ground bust up with Tony C, Paul "biscuits" Matthews was sent to A&E as a precautionary measure, Woody was competing in a marathon (a drinking one) and Tony K took one look at the form guide and pulled his groin. So the formation switched to 4-5-1, once the telepathic managers realised they had agreed to play different Robs at centre half.
On a heavy pitch, Knebworth held their own in the first half against a strong Dun Cow side who have not lost a match since Tony Clare had a full head of hair. Knebworth conceded possession at times, but looked dangerous in the counter attack, with the Dave 'the mouth' Millhouse putting in a great shift. In midfield his brother Greg 'wallace' Millhouse had his best game of the season despite having to carry Bully and Darren on his shoulders.
Into the second half Knebworth had just started to believe in themselves when disaster struck. Hobbs was perfectly positioned (as usual) to clear a cross but the bouncing ball did not bounce and went straight under his foot to the far post and Dun Cow were able to take the lead. At this point John Boyle started to look a bit shifty on the sidelines.
Knebworth soon struck back - the Millhouse brothers combined well, and the one with slightly more hair (Greg) found some space in the box to equalise. Back in the game, Knebworth continued to attack and Banksy found some space on the edge of the box.... say what you like about Banksy, and most people do, the boy can finish 2-1 Knebworth with 21 minutes to go - what could possibly go wrong ...
Into the last 20 minutes the crowd doubled with Tony K, Vinny and Phil Wheeler arriving at the Rec having heard on the radio a victory to rival Japan vs . South Africa was possible.... But disaster struck again when a weak shot bounced under Tony Clare due to the faulty footballs again. John Boyle was now starting to look very guilty. Dun Cow could not believe their luck, and were re-energised to go for the win. They were successful in that objective. From 2-1 up with 20 minutes to go, to a 5-2 defeat for Knebworth.
The final score did not reflect a strong performance, and everyone showed great commitment. particularly the Millhouse brothers who also swept up after non-paying Rob H failed to do his duty and clean the dressing room. Note to all, if you have to leave in a hurry after the game make sure are not in the last 2 to arrive!
Thanks to Gavin "Tory Boy" Simpson for another good performance with the whistle.
21 comments:
Time to sack the keeper then. Too many costly errors
Perfect. Let's get back to keeper bashing. Haven't seen it on here for a while
TC made some great saves yesterday to keep us in the game. Wasn't his fault we lost
excellent performance from tony overall, strong on crosses and some great saves
When it mattered he let it slip though, has to take responsibility and stop hiding behind his mistakes
I thought the team were excellent yesterday but ultimately tired at the end due to chasing a lot of the game. They were a very strong side and KNOBS can be proud of their performance. The effort level was incredible from everyone. Individual errors did cost but you win as a team and you lose as a team.
I'll take the gloves this week. I have always been happy to go in goal it is just no-one asks me. I'll never make the mistakes that Tony does
The only reason I started making mistakes is because I lost confidence in the clowns in front of me. HOBBS OUT!
OK, I am standing down this week. I'm nothing without Wayne, my confidence is shot to pieces, I will see a psychologist and make myself available for selection when I have recovered. Kind regards, The Rock.
Tony makes a mistake, isn't that normal for a Sunday morning? I mean come on we all know by know that these occur every week
Tony is the lynchpin of this team, the team is build around a strong back 5 - Tony is fundamental to this high performing elite unit. We have lively forwards to hit teams on the break, that's the strategy. We know our midfield can't keep possession so we defend as a 5 and play counter attack. Long Live King Clare the Legend.
I won't make the same mistakes as Tony "calamity" Clare
James had a poor game, is it the pressure of management that is getting to him?
@ john boyle, can you let me know who "jose" is before we select this weeks squad - this person clearly does not know a "blinder" when he sees one, many thanks
A bit harsh on Tony this blog. He is a massive character in this team and is always good for a laugh, especially after the game when we can all take the piss after he blunders
Give me a game twats.
James & I pick the team and if we include Tony we do with upmost Confidence. Plus we don't have another keeper so we have no choice.
Big Dave can go in goal, if he want's
What's the squad for Sunday? Did TC keep his place?
Reading the majority of the pointless comments on here (is John getting bored lately) I think Tony is the best candidate for goalkeeper. The dynamics of the team have changed whether be for the best is debatable. We're only an average (sometimes above average) sunday vets team. Don't take yourselves too serious. That said we're having a great season so far. I for one hopes it continues.
I'm touched by all the comments on here and please if anyone would like the gloves this week then step forward if not I'll be there as usual trying not to give you anything to talk about next week
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