Middlesborough MM

[pooman2279]

Tottenham at The Lane.

I struggled against Birmingham lol.

[uptonpark]

dont worry you will draw 1-1

[pooman2279]

I hope so. I'm playing on World class when I usually play on pro.

Will do match tomorrow evening after Notts County match with Shrewsbury. COME ON U PIES!!!

[JonnyHowson]

Ye, i found it difficult to adjust from semi to pro, and i had derby at home

[uptonpark]

im semi pro

[uptonpark]

and i first and ant lost one'ce

[pooman2279]

Sorry for the delay people, will start my game with Spurs in a minute. Hoping my luck will change

[Robalenko]

Jolly good

[pooman2279]

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Middlesbrough have been disappointing thus far, and will hope to get off the mark against a very strong tottenham side. Boro make two changes, new signing Capdevila in for Pogatetz at Left back, and the suspended Wheater is replaced at center half by Chris Riggott.

Boro 11:

Schwarzer
Young
Riggott
Huth
Capdevila
Kafes
Boateng
Arca
Downing
Alves
Tuncay

Subs:
O' Neil
Rochemback
Mcmahon
Mido
Aliadiere

Spurs 11:

Robinson
Hutton
Woodgate
King
Bale
Lennon
Jenas
Zokora
Malbranque
Berbatov
Keane

KICK OFF

1' Almost a perfect Boro start as a quick break is capped off by a stinging effort from Alves, which is well saved by Robinson. Corner.

3' Tottenham break on the counter but Lennon can't beat Mark Schwarzer. Corner.

6' GOAL! Boro get a penalty after an awful Woodgate tackle on Tuncay in the box. Alves converts. 1-0 Boro.

10' Tuncay shoots on the turn and Robinson saves. Corner.

12' Spurs force a great save from Schwarzer. Capdevila clears.

15' Keane can't beat the Boro keeper. Corner.

16' A shot from 22 yards from the corner still doesn't go in. Another corner.

17' GOAL! Keane finally breaks down the door to equalise with a header. 1-1.

27' Tuncay forces a save from Robinson.

29' Capdevila almost lives up to his long shot reputation with a screamer that whistle's narrowly over.

40' Tuncay heads narrowly wide.

45' Downing's effort is well saved. Corner.

45' Tuncay's header forces a fine save from Robinson. Corner.

45+3 GOAL! A great cross from Kafes is headed home by Tuncay. 2-1.

HALF TIME

Middlesbrough lead 2-1 thanks to Alves and Tuncay. Spurs have been generally poor. Can Boro hold on?

SECOND HALF

54' Alves wins a corner after a good shot is parried by Robbo (Robinson). Corner.

60' Alvelalalalas the bar with a strong header.

69' GOAL! Kafes scores his first Boro goal after Alves' shot was saved and Kafes followed up smartly. Spurs respond by bringing on Huddlestone for Zokora.

82' Changes abound for both sides as Chimbonda and Bent replace Hutton and Berbatov as Spurs look for two goals from somewhere. Meanwhile, Boro bring on Mido and O' Neil for Alves and the excellent Pantelis Kafes.

87' GOAL! Hope for Spurs as Jenas scores a stunning free kick.

FULL TIME

Boro win in a thrilling game.

MOM according to the game: Tuncay
My MOM: Pantelis Kafes

[pooman2279]

BTW, can everyone give their opinion on my MM? Any suggestions and CONSTRUCTIVE criticism is welcome as well as praise. Idea's will be taken on board.

[Chelseaboi]

Nice Review/live matches KIU

[pooman2279]

Thanks, anyone else?

[pooman2279]

Gareth Southgate aiming for Europe

Earlier today I interviewed Southgate on whether his side can finish in a strong position. He had this to say:

I: Firstly Gareth, how did you rate your side's win over Spurs?

GS: I thought we were very good, we could have won by 3 or 4, but 3-2 is a good result and I can't wait for the match with Villa.

I: How happy have you been by your summer aquisitions:

GS: I thought Pantelis (Kafes) was outstanding yesterday, he scored one and set up another, and for a right winger I can't ask for much more. And Joan (Capdevila) was very solid at left back, and he almost scored of course. So yes, very happy.

I: And the rumours of your departure should you fail to meet the standards set by the board?

GS: Thats just what they are: rumours.

I: What are your season ambitions?

GS: I know it sounds crazy, but I'm going for the Champions League. It will be tough, but in January I will strengthen further, and maybe we can do it. Of course, the UEFA Cup will hardly be a disappointment if we miss out.

I: Thanks Gareth, good luck with Villa.

GS: Thanks.

[JonnyHowson]

good, KIU!

[Raynaldo-7]

I would suggest more pictures for stuff like the interviews with Southgat, and signing, etc.

Other than that, its coming along nicely (To quote Robbie)

[pooman2279]

will do in future

[Raynaldo-7]

Cool

What happend to the Notts County Thread?

[pooman2279]

Originally Posted by Raynaldo-7

Cool

What happend to the Notts County Thread?

What Notts County thread?

[Chelsea11]

neeeds more detail

[pooman2279]

I hate it when people say that and don't elaborate. More detail with what? The interviews? The matches?

Come on, throw me a god damn bone mate

[pooman2279]

Middlesbrough Under-18's beaten 16-0

An absolute horror for the youngsters as Reading's youth team beat them in the opening game of the Under 18's season. Young striker Tom Brighton scored 11 as the Royals ran riot over Boro. The other goals were scored by Andy Peters (2), Tom Smith, defender Richard Barker, and a bizarre goal from goalkeeper John Miller as his goal kick sailed in past Jason Steele.




Middlesbrough defender Jimmy Edwards fruitlessly chases Brighton as he moves towards the goal again.

[JonnyHowson]

........wow...........

[pooman2279]

What do you mean wow? Do you mean the result? It isn't real you know lol, Just thought it would make a good story

[JonnyHowson]

I knew it wasn't real, it's just...a bit high!

[JonnyHowson]

you should win the next one 13-12