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Subject: [NT] Scheduled Matches
HIGHLIGHTS
Coach's comment:
Dear friends, what a match it was! Both teams came in prepared, but we emerged victorious in the end! We clinched a 1-0 win, holding strong in defense and creating more than a few clear chances to equalize. It was a tough battle, a double derby with both newly-appointed coaches fired up to perform. At times, the game flowed nicely, but there's still room to experiment and improve many aspects to ensure the best football spectacle.
Our defense put on a solid display, with our backup attackers shining bright while our top striker was sidelined due to suspension. Gilchrist and Cahill stepped up admirably, inspiring our attacking play. For now, we sit in second place, celebrating our good performances and results so far. We eagerly await the outcome of the final group match, where even a draw for Deutschland would secure them the top spot and confirm our qualification for the knockout stage.
The team's settling-in phase is now over, and we're ready to ask them to dare more. Keep following us!! Go Ireland!!
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Coach's comment:
Dear friends, what a match it was! Both teams came in prepared, but we emerged victorious in the end! We clinched a 1-0 win, holding strong in defense and creating more than a few clear chances to equalize. It was a tough battle, a double derby with both newly-appointed coaches fired up to perform. At times, the game flowed nicely, but there's still room to experiment and improve many aspects to ensure the best football spectacle.
Our defense put on a solid display, with our backup attackers shining bright while our top striker was sidelined due to suspension. Gilchrist and Cahill stepped up admirably, inspiring our attacking play. For now, we sit in second place, celebrating our good performances and results so far. We eagerly await the outcome of the final group match, where even a draw for Deutschland would secure them the top spot and confirm our qualification for the knockout stage.
The team's settling-in phase is now over, and we're ready to ask them to dare more. Keep following us!! Go Ireland!!
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We made it friends!! Cheers up!!
Deutschland won 2-0 and so we are qualified as 2nd team in our group!
Knockout matches starts next saturdary, we will face Russia as the 1° team of Group C, let's rock!
Next updates soon!
:D
Deutschland won 2-0 and so we are qualified as 2nd team in our group!
Knockout matches starts next saturdary, we will face Russia as the 1° team of Group C, let's rock!
Next updates soon!
:D
Special greetings to every friend of Irish community from World's Festival in Rome!! :D
Picture from Irish Festival stand!!
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Picture from Irish Festival stand!!
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NEXT MATCH:
Rossiya - Ireland
Mini World Cup - Winner's tournament knockout phase - Week 7
Scheduled for: 27-04-2024 at 10.00 (GMT)
Coach's comment:
Well friends, by first my personal good wish for peace, sooner for every people all over our little world.
Next over, let's talk about this match.
We qualified to the Winner's tournament and starts the knockout phase, so every match has to be played as a final.
The opponent is a very tough team, whose performance in his group has been very solid in defense, with a very efficient playstyle.
It will be up to us to demonstrate our team quality as even, It will be up to me to demonstrate my stuff as a good coach.
I count on you all to support our team, that's mainly important, so I will care for you to have fun in attend the match, it's time to rock!! Go Ireland go!!
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Rossiya - Ireland
Mini World Cup - Winner's tournament knockout phase - Week 7
Scheduled for: 27-04-2024 at 10.00 (GMT)
Coach's comment:
Well friends, by first my personal good wish for peace, sooner for every people all over our little world.
Next over, let's talk about this match.
We qualified to the Winner's tournament and starts the knockout phase, so every match has to be played as a final.
The opponent is a very tough team, whose performance in his group has been very solid in defense, with a very efficient playstyle.
It will be up to us to demonstrate our team quality as even, It will be up to me to demonstrate my stuff as a good coach.
I count on you all to support our team, that's mainly important, so I will care for you to have fun in attend the match, it's time to rock!! Go Ireland go!!
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Rossiya - Ireland
Mini World Cup - Winner's tournament knockout phase - Week 7
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Coach's "roleplay" comment:
"Hello everyone,
It's with mixed emotions that I share our recent match outcome against Russia. While we ultimately faced defeat in the penalty shootout, I'm immensely proud of the team's effort and resilience throughout the game.
The match itself was a true test of skill and strategy, with both teams delivering impressive performances. While we encountered setbacks, such as conceding an early goal and missing key opportunities, it's important to recognize the exceptional talent and determination of our opponents. They presented formidable tactical challenge that pushed us to our limits.
As for our own performance, we acknowledge areas where improvements can be made. We've taken note of the lessons learned from this match and will use them to refine our strategies and enhance our gameplay in future competitions. Additionally, we're working diligently to ensure our players receive the necessary training and support to excel in their respective positions.
I want to express my gratitude to the Irish community for their unwavering dedication and commitment. Your continued support means everything to us as we navigate the highs and lows of competitive football.
While the outcome may not have been what we hoped for, I believe it's essential to focus on the positives and use this experience as motivation to strive for excellence in all our future endeavors.
Thank you all for your ongoing support and encouragement. I apologize for failing to reach semifinals. Anyway, being qualified for the top half of the tournament can be considered a first step for future improvements."
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Mini World Cup - Winner's tournament knockout phase - Week 7
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Coach's "roleplay" comment:
"Hello everyone,
It's with mixed emotions that I share our recent match outcome against Russia. While we ultimately faced defeat in the penalty shootout, I'm immensely proud of the team's effort and resilience throughout the game.
The match itself was a true test of skill and strategy, with both teams delivering impressive performances. While we encountered setbacks, such as conceding an early goal and missing key opportunities, it's important to recognize the exceptional talent and determination of our opponents. They presented formidable tactical challenge that pushed us to our limits.
As for our own performance, we acknowledge areas where improvements can be made. We've taken note of the lessons learned from this match and will use them to refine our strategies and enhance our gameplay in future competitions. Additionally, we're working diligently to ensure our players receive the necessary training and support to excel in their respective positions.
I want to express my gratitude to the Irish community for their unwavering dedication and commitment. Your continued support means everything to us as we navigate the highs and lows of competitive football.
While the outcome may not have been what we hoped for, I believe it's essential to focus on the positives and use this experience as motivation to strive for excellence in all our future endeavors.
Thank you all for your ongoing support and encouragement. I apologize for failing to reach semifinals. Anyway, being qualified for the top half of the tournament can be considered a first step for future improvements."
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HIGHLIGHTS
Post-match personal comment
After rewatching the game with a clear mind, there are many regrets. Despite the fact that one of our formations didn't work as well as expected, the overall balance of the game was quite even, except for the shocking start with Russia scoring right at the beginning.
As you know, I always strive for realistic formations and movements, avoiding five-man defenses or asymmetric player setups. From this perspective, I can take some satisfaction in the team's fluid and enjoyable style of play. However, we lacked defensive coverage early on, and our midfield marking was too delayed. In hindsight, it would have been better to keep our creative players free and unmarked.
The final blow came in extra time when we had the chance to go 4-2 up, but a needless misplaced pass led to a swift counterattack by the opponents, resulting in their unexpected equalizer. Nevertheless, it wasn't a bad performance overall, and tactically, there's room for improvement. We faced a truly tough opponent, who, as it turns out, topped their group comfortably, despite facing strong teams like Denmark and Austria.
I hope you can appreciate that we only bowed out on penalties, having previously lost only to the tournament favorite so far. We have more matches ahead, where I'll be able to experiment, when possible, more effective tactical strategies, always aiming to provide an entertaining style of play while striving for victory to improve our current ranking. Thank you once again for your support.
I forgot one important thing: the tournament Is not over for us, since we will play other matches aiming for 5th place in the tournament. So, go Ireland!!
:)
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Post-match personal comment
After rewatching the game with a clear mind, there are many regrets. Despite the fact that one of our formations didn't work as well as expected, the overall balance of the game was quite even, except for the shocking start with Russia scoring right at the beginning.
As you know, I always strive for realistic formations and movements, avoiding five-man defenses or asymmetric player setups. From this perspective, I can take some satisfaction in the team's fluid and enjoyable style of play. However, we lacked defensive coverage early on, and our midfield marking was too delayed. In hindsight, it would have been better to keep our creative players free and unmarked.
The final blow came in extra time when we had the chance to go 4-2 up, but a needless misplaced pass led to a swift counterattack by the opponents, resulting in their unexpected equalizer. Nevertheless, it wasn't a bad performance overall, and tactically, there's room for improvement. We faced a truly tough opponent, who, as it turns out, topped their group comfortably, despite facing strong teams like Denmark and Austria.
I hope you can appreciate that we only bowed out on penalties, having previously lost only to the tournament favorite so far. We have more matches ahead, where I'll be able to experiment, when possible, more effective tactical strategies, always aiming to provide an entertaining style of play while striving for victory to improve our current ranking. Thank you once again for your support.
I forgot one important thing: the tournament Is not over for us, since we will play other matches aiming for 5th place in the tournament. So, go Ireland!!
:)
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NEXT MATCH:
Ireland - Shqiperia
Mini World Cup Group - Winner's tournament semifinal places 5°-8°
Scheduled for: 04-05-2024 at 13.00 (GMT)
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Ireland - Shqiperia
Mini World Cup Group - Winner's tournament semifinal places 5°-8°
Scheduled for: 04-05-2024 at 13.00 (GMT)
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