DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
June 2015: GLADIATORS...ready?


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


So after a whirlwind couple of weeks, I've finally found time to play FM16 again. Thought I'd give this team a go, simply because of their kick ass name. Not much information about this team; no honours, no glory.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/OsEZDXZ8THcNY2NiSraSXQrBoxcd1jXnkQmAkkRv.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/zG1NO3euYn0USlaYxw2Ml5WqDF4igRNL79zUtCpe.png

Never played in the fifth tier of Italian football myself, so this will definitely be an experience. Whether it will go well or not is another question. Since I have no assistant, no coaches, no scouts and no staff whatsoever.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/Hwy1lE7jVQ0Wv3ieDqp26Uff7ZGEW9qDM3K1W6to.png

At least the club are financially stable.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/BFXdTalFqJhPrxVrp0T8U3ZEQMAV2Q5TUNjM3TNZ.png

Not sure if there are any teams to take note of, but this should be an interesting season.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/tE7wGf34rw82sHPNXqD1PHTaUXexeH973nkhhm1j.png


I will update this story every three months if possible to be less detailed and just get right to the thick of things!

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/jNzqUIcLIFo2WfM8OujXKZFAfYOpmSGFsnEhtTkP.png


NEXT UPDATE: End of September 2015
Ipswich Knights
9 years ago
4 years ago
1,400
Good luck sounds interesting
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
July-September 2015: Feasting on blood!


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


A hectic few months of matches saw us pick up a hat-full of victories, mainly coming in the Coppa Italia Campania which is a bit of a Johnstone's Paint Trophy kind of deal but some piece of silverware will do just nicely. Only one scratch against Puteolana, but they seem to have caught us by surprise. Otherwise, a healthy run of wins.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/fc6Hrr4eRqKkv0kzjB6sPPEugjwNA7obEeNBtNac.png


Unbeaten in friendlies and unbeaten in the league so far, though we almost caved in against Arzanese with our makeshift back three. Not sure how we failed to beat Herculaneum, frustrated us and failing to break the deadlock. As said earlier, I may have underestimated Puteolana's ability as they handed us our first defeat but the rest was fairly routine with big wins over Santa Maria la Fossa and Sporting Accadia, securing our qualification from the group.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/sxw9s78XbWOQlduL3ivZAZLNipNUDzQWYYDHdrrT.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/xh5qSRsAeLLuB2TE1O7XwYfJwzOFi3vFPjjCrbGk.png


Second round has drawn us against Sorrento Calcio who managed to take five wins from five including a 9-0 thumping of one non-league side. It's competed over two legs with our first leg away from home. Certainly up for a challenge!

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/vjWjJ3Y3433JYAEDuG1NuZPEASGuqKTlgG22Ra39.png


Not much going on in the league for now, but 4 points from 2 is decent.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/ONOw1yVKHh0t6uFp4pDU0f3u89F3C5I5RlyxBmb7.png


In terms of stand out players, one of my new signings Carlo Sacco is proving his worth with a couple of goals, likewise with Pagano. Carfagno is the Mesut Ozil of the team so far.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/MvQNF3YbaPmzyM4fkegrPzpmLfwRxa53uyZVkZUJ.png


Given our jam packed schedule, the next update will be provided at the end of November!

NEXT UPDATE: END OF NOVEMBER 2015
Dan
12 years ago
4 months ago
16,964
Something different, I like to see that, looks good this far!
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
October-November 2015: Inconsistency..


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


The inconsistency is real within the Gladiator camp with the most bipolar two months you'll see. The league form rudely disrupted with an awful end to November, after a six game unbeaten streak without conceding. Also dumped out of the Coppa Italia Campania with a tough two legs against Sorrento. If we look back on our season, regrets would come from two matches; the 4-3 defeat to Oplonti Pro Savoia, losing grip of the lead on two occasions and crumbled under severe second half pressure and secondly the 3-1 defeat to Portici, a banker of a game we dominated for 80 minutes and conceded three in the last ten minutes with a slightly rotated line up.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/rWAd3WLfUBf0M7dPW5SucrtViuZe4XIuad5FUTse.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/25EM3hiZ20RunHfs3AK7sFxffsHzwMDVOK8hbbvz.png

With those results, we now slip to eighth lying twelve points behind the leaders Stasia Soccer.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/hEqeZMMymLevZcj17NU9bove8M61Hr3SnnHYLiaJ.png

Perhaps being a little harsh on the players, they have actually done very well for me. My signing Carlo Sacco providing the Sacc Attack up front with 13 goals, while our service assistant Vincenzo Carfagno setting up the majority with 12 assists. We've got a bit of a problem with our wing backs but will look into doing some business in the next transfer window.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/ZVnWe6hG9EvV5QHd3S9krA2GKva75v9jpkgHAgGD.png


The next update on this will be at the end of winter transfer window at the end of January 2016 with a couple of games in the midst including a tough spell of matches. Hopefully we can perform and get out of this rut!

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/fe7FSBa4c7nKpv0Hllbt3dhiuFh3Td0tpJykiRO3.png


NEXT UPDATE: End of January 2016
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
December 2015 - January 2016: Scared Little Puppy Dogs


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


Well...things are spiraling out of control and there is no stopping our freefall. I've really nobody to blame but myself with how I've let everything slip between my fingers but a degree of it has to go to my team; spineless at the back, out-muscled in midfield and feeble up front. Lord knows how I'm still in charge.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/Flzydw3LpLefI6PMrwEjpX9EXfVWRJW3zkjIifBf.png


The only saving grace was our result against Sibilla Soccer but there was more than a hint of luck about it....

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/2NfQ9i01to18ucK0IQQ1NVxnMSXbjplWKZjI6ebf.png


The rest? Utter rubbish. Okay, we may have come from 4-1 down against A.V. Herculaneum but still took nothing from it. Our last three defeats were disastrous.

Where does it leave us in the table?

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/67Y2SJ0xWBcHunJB7xVHLvIm03nxPaDHWXYoJkXa.png


Struggling and falling at a rate of knots. Need a miraculous U-turn in fortune to not only keep us up and stable, but to keep my damn job. Seems that the signs are all pointing to the managerial trapdoor.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/lXJKPczbTIC56k98VI6AZC3wW129OpGVJ5h0UQwy.png
http://i.imgur.com/au5r96f.png?1
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/1PUiuhzChGlF1lIcYDPr9cN3LSX3sl1jrjBgnngv.png


Not much has changed with our players, Sacco still our top scorer and Carfagno providing much needed assists.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/PN9SI4W7uR7rcw6ZODOLxhVO1Cnk5ihdNs1j3quk.png


What happens next? Well our forthcoming fixtures place us at home for the majority, which may give us a lifeline to change our tone but can't be feeling too optimistic about it. I'll be lucky to make it through to February at this rate.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/9x5DRJc3yiZWZXbbXfBSMMyIIo0AIrdGzhUhyzKe.png


NEXT UPDATE: End of February 2016....or will I get the sack?
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
February 2016: The End(?)


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


The pressure is certainly mounting on me and the board have me on my final tethers following a disappointing campaign. And from the looks of it...they are running out of patience.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/9gXn6zLuSKX4seL4n2jjMRCM8LG821Hm4ep3M2pE.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/1JRE2Cyf45RITT0pKJbWjrKhk71wMfNclMkgglf9.png


A fair target set for me, especially since they had originally set it to 9 from 5. So, I must kick on and get the team back into shape for a huge battle. Could I achieve it?

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/hihxC3NiufSOehnh4ZElqaFuXPPeXMLL4JJVN9EM.png


We certainly could, an outstanding turnaround getting three wins from four! Starting February off getting revenge against Sessana with a dominant display. Fell a little short against Hermes Casagiove which led to the board meeting, so I needed 7 points from my next five matches from that point. And it seemed to haven given my team a new lease of life as I've already taken 6 from 2 with back to back wins over Virtus Volla and snatched a late winner to come from 2-1 behind against San Giorgio!

The top four looks unreachable but should I remain in the top half, it will satisfy the board. Sadly, it won't satisfy my own ego as I feel we could have pushed higher and put in a title challenge, but such is life. Seventh is where we lie at this moment in time.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/tAXQEIvwRZLLHeXAoN8LOBl3K0BnsiSiJEVPdZrP.png


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/1WGs357Ec87sEfXaeGlL1m1yRRPTWXjpXUu7VQ2q.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/Np42rsUFbR26LqSS4PTx18Pxxld8piKPZXvdsNdt.png


I did however get an offer for an interview with another side, Igea Virtus. They currently lie third in their own division but I dismissed their interest despite attending the interview.

Transfers were also carried out, getting a few new names in at the back line both left and right.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/DpKAlHPWe0Yf8HDJkJCVxxYnGvTwaXc4DrHihEOm.png


The team harmony seems to have improved too, everyone seems relatively happy. Carlos Sacco has been outstanding this month, bagging five goals in our last four and taking his tally up to 21 for the season.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/itgiYVlZsBB28L1EGMcyEC93vA6xTRH8p363xXTV.png


That being said, our best player on the field is still Vincenzo Carfagno, dominating that right wing and providing 15 assists and an average rating of 7.49.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/itgiYVlZsBB28L1EGMcyEC93vA6xTRH8p363xXTV.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/mxSUI37CVPlqAa22GHrVG2vjhJMtL6n2J018I5bQ.png


So I have one point to gain from my next three to keep my job which should be easy takings since they are against bottom table teams. Real Forio, Portici and Casalnuovo will ultimately decide my destiny. My next update will be at the end of the first season.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/VcaHPXqpf8i5ayyPxfTZZq0D7KwfYbvpdQzxTyCR.png


NEXT UPDATE: May 2016 (End of Season One)
Dan
12 years ago
4 months ago
16,964
Great to see the club respond to your ultimatum from the board!
Ipswich Knights
9 years ago
4 years ago
1,400
U need to get russell crowe in as an investor haha
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
March 2016 - May 2016: A tough battle with the board


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/UND9Wi2iq3xR1cR7KMnRyGlxR9cKPeS1FcsMFYWr.png



End of a disappointing opening season with barely anything to shout about. Luckily, my job is still in tact following my target requirements being smashed gaining 13 points from 5 matches. Although the case, we still ended up in the bottom half of the table with a disappointing 9th placed finish.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/yH4Xa87TlViLMNPGkXPFiKSPfgOtqurCHzVIg623.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/khOESYb61Qsxa07btvFGYnV1PFVfyG1hyNb4W0SZ.png


We may have taken the pedal off the gas too early on the home stretch to our season, losing our winning streak to a draw to Casalnuovo. Then things began to get hairy again with defeats to Isola di Procida and a big defeat to Sibilla Soccer to cause us falling down the table. The final game of the season was far from pretty, two red cards (one for either side), very scrappy and lacking in any goal mouth chances whatsoever, we missed out on claiming a top half finish against Mondragone when other teams above us on the day slipped up. Oplonti and Stasia both went up, while Virtus Volla, Portici and Nuova Boys Caivanese were relegated.


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/FtZJ6nvn32JZqG3yEPkXlDQBWpTb745Hx5AuLCTg.png


My future still hangs in the balance and next season will be crucial to see if I can perform, new signings will be needed to strengthen our side and hopefully advance to Serie D. Ninth place did not go down well with the board, but the Coppa Italia Campania was totally out of our hands, as Sorrento went on to win the cup in the end.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/qgrvL2GXGZugKr0VjTl1qfbHkcexnySuxCRicmpF.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/k7GqF9Lri0z28XPik0PahHXunlff7XZy16Z02euE.png



Quite surprised about Bonavolonta taking the fans' player of the season. Felt that Sacco or Carfagno deserved it more, but each to their own.

Time to get started with the new season and hopefully get some bargains to give us a better chance than last season.

NEXT UPDATE: July-August 2016 (Start of Pre-Season)
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
June - August 2016: Reaching into our pockets


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


Not much has gone on since my last post, few friendlies here and there, some transfer business, the usual. The board are still casting an eye on my performances after last season's trainwreck but to avoid a repeat, some serious investments were required.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/vsa14mXPCLdXYFRqMYSvVjFWpJBqoiMTBh6L5koh.png


On the outs were a few bits of dead wood who I left were surplus, including the complaining Mattioli. Sad to see Pagano leaving, but he was too old at 39 to be making the first team. De Miglio too was too old. Others were not suited to my tactics.

Few deadline day deals were snapped up, including a few loans. More details follow in the spoiler.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/JI3jMd67MMuFndptn8LmVjuYA1HWoYImZHtQcQcx.png

Cristian Cacciatore - 31 / ST(C) - free transfer from Pineto

Expecting big things from this lad, well equipped with fine striker stats. Perhaps the composure can be improved, but has solid set piece skills. Quite well rounded and could challenge for Sacco's position up front.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/chbnKcvmXzK6CRVh1WMWUvI8cKusYVvVUS3krHNC.png

Marco Notaro - 22 / AM(C)/ST(C) - free transfer from AZ Picerno

One of my potential stars, though his stats could be well improved. Good physicals and a team player. Normally don't play with central attacking midfielders but will have to change it around. Might work well as a substitute striker too.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/8lmqQvbKZztwkjWNcIbBnkI4kF2VG1AvZDb8w5gU.png

Pietro Vincenzo Bencivenga - 18 / D(L) - on loan from Lupa Roma

With De Miglio out of the equation, we needed strengthening in the left back position. PVB is young and 18, meaning he fills in the Under 19 quota (2 are required in first team). Good tackling stats for this league, marking is a worry but will give us extra players in the position until the end of the season.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/a1QDa5f8QTgL9MkTFiC8Li7PoOcsGMK1t64xLP0j.png

Simone Ghezzi - 18 / AM(C) - on loan from Manfredonia

Another young loanee to help with the U19 quota. Unfortunately restricted to only an AM(C) but is competent in central midfield. Could be a decent Shadow Striker but is seen as more of a backup.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/v2DSzyaRVAMg4tG22E1hosttQlplz7y0dWzNGht3.png

Matteo D'Elia - 17 / AM(C)/AM(L) - on loan from Chieti

Similarly to Ghezzi, another backup for the U19 quota. Will be difficult to try accompany Matteo in an AM(C) position again but gives us options, plus also gives us cover on the left should Maschio get injured. Not the most well rounded, but a team player. Again more of a backup.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/9Pl5z5M55bkNAZWWnqXopBZnvzayt5JVapiKVI7m.png

Baggio Camorani - 17 / AM(C)/ST(C) - on loan from Pomigliano

Yes, another attacking midfielder but is seen as the first choice. Mentally steady with decent physicals. More of a technical player but will be used as a rotation player.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/d8jkrJS2chbfLHFMPSqDCFF1XDzrppsOgIHbwmWb.png

Fabio Rovrena- 32 / DM/M(C) - free transfer from Gaeta

More experienced choice to accompany Bonavolonta in midfield but also gives us someone who can actually play as a defensive midfielder to give us extra cover. Looks very solid and could help us fill the gap between our defense and midfield as I left it had been left exposed.


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/Xz9iOjnnM9OmJfXmYfSSy7F08h1bFTf6fL41dtz1.png


Nice to see our profits have increased for the season, despite that we are an amateur team and we require no transfer or wage budgets. The loyal fans have stuck with us to garner some much needed gate receipts.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/4TYzaNytBG4aivvGW7zBxQ4owNdO6BRcHLX0habe.png


Pre-season also got into full swing with a few wins here and there, the only defeat was due to a new assistant manager coming in since our previous one left for another club.

http://i.imgur.com/aBHlmlG.png?1


Also got the draw for the Coppa Italia Campania group stages. Only myself and Calpazio are league sides, the rest are non-league. Should top it with ease, touch wood.

One final bombshell, I came across this...

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/UEsi9A14soIoRhRYI6ez16QOXtSY7Za0lKZeBcVu.png


What even?

Anyways, September is around the corner and I've a lot of matches taking place. Majority of them in the cup, two matches against Calpazio in the matter of days. San Giorgio could be tricky, but I expect a result against Casalnuovo. Maybe then the board will restore their faith in me.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/sxXGuYPDARd7DAemQSZMOhCw6fNEky5kqx5NoIYz.png


NEXT UPDATE: End of September 2016
Shedender
17 years ago
1 month ago
13,751
At least you avoided getting the sack lad, at this present time. Good luck this season.
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
@Shed; I'm under no illusions about my position, wins are desperately needed to keep my job!
___________________________________________________________________________________

September 2016: Pressure? What pressure?


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


Well then...quite a month indeed! Eight games, eight wins. Granted some of them did come in the cup, nevertheless it has left our spirits high and stamps our authority for the beginning of the season. Two league matches were a priority and we had plenty to cheer about; Calpazio started us off on the up with a well obtained victory but the Casalnuovo match was sheer domination so coming away with only a single goal was a little underwhelming.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/shoSmUI8yGjRQKvuHmNSyOjomKNCQB50C91a0Xjr.png


Despite the opening day victory in the league, the jury was still out, meaning my fate would be sealed if an unexpected defeat against Audax Cervinara came about.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/6DRnUhhc9Kh8Z3rjk1ycPmYj60l76Tz3spt5NYdq.png


Safe to say, we took care of it professionally, sticking seven past a helpless non-league team. We built on that with wins over Calpazio (again), Real Poggiomarino, Boys Pianurese and G. Carotenuto. Professional job to top the group table without a scratch.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/UJ0Vybhj85bq2uglzbWUylYIrZUAW31TWYB7ZnaB.png


Brought us a Second Round tie with another non-league team of Gemonese. First leg won comfortably 5-2. Away goals don't count if I recall correctly, so should be safe to qualify to the next stage. Even when the competition isn't a priority.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/cfsbsnw26ASUd1gH6JtbI4UUwJrM1aOUGGtaq4HI.png


Elsewhere, the league table looks well for us if we can just continue this run into the rest of the season. Third place for now.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/CWRvKh2Qqa4KzoIIZ46LhNoJLNXUNEHitLee3s3F.png


The squad has been continuously rotated and so many have played out of their skin so far. New signing Cacciatore has not disappointed with gleaming displays along with Malafronte to grab eight goals each. Unfortunately Sacco has been a bit sub-par but has scored three. Funnily enough we've had eleven different goalscorers in the month of September alone! Carfagno with his golden right boot, grabbing 7 assists on the right side of midfield, Maschio with 4 on the left hand side. Everything looks shipshape.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/kw0JaHourzIOXcz6uqAtjdjlCw5rWyLP1BxLraey.png


More league matches this month and will hope to maintain our glorious start of the season. Bottom club Picciola are next for us, but two banana peels lie in the wake with Isola di Procida and Sibilla Soccer warming us up to the away leg against Gemonese. Five away matches in a row? Serious car-sickness.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/VH1gUvMTRwC6CDK2mtbwqpDBQhLDmsZHBEh0vbni.png


NEXT UPDATE: End of October 2016
Dan
12 years ago
4 months ago
16,964
Superb turn around from facing the sack to now flying with so many green dots!
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
@Dan; Back to secure with the board, never should have doubted me so quick!
___________________________________________________________________________________

October 2016: Ten and out..


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/yJ6TM79S0KXPFcg6dVRYBLt8sAjQk7pDMAwAQ70b.png


Carrying from where we left off, we managed to swiftly keep our good form rolling with a goal glut against Picciola, followed by a dramatic 90+3 minute winning goal against Isola di Procida. This great winning streak only made it to ten as a spanner was thrown into the work by a bogey team of mine called Sibilla Soccer, a 1-0 defeat within the last fifteen minutes condemned us to our first defeat of the season. It also spread to our cup form with a very stupid defeat to Gemonese 3-0 to level the tie at 5-5 on aggregate, only for an early extra time goal to send us through 6-5 on agg. Sarnese were our next victims with a comfy 1-0 win and then a delightful display at San Giorgio helped us along further with a superb team goal capped off by Cacciatore.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/FIbJaixWpPaZBd7KeIWi4WTC3eaEsCBdxUnGToZo.gif


Despite that, we could only muster up two draws our matches against Hermes Casagiove and a rather frustrating stalemate with Solofra to cap off a productive month.

It now leaves us five adrift of Arzanese at the apex but early days so far, there is still hope.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/t2k1oT0AB6aY6e73m50f2EogdQwaS6KRc2iltTDq.png


Our third round draw in the Coppa Italia Campania has been kind to us with San Giorgio again. Hoping to unleash more punishment.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/4AvedQhLcVwR9p9d9gwLBcB4KEMmDy1Ifi2e9GdN.png


Some stats to get an idea of how valuable our signing of Cacciatore has been. Outstanding stuff so far along with Malafronte. Carfagno raking in the assists as usual.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/XlRRDMKMUYImXFJBmYDY7gx2yyHTsislq2lrTgIv.png


Next update will be towards the end of 2016, bit more spread out in November and December. The crunch match against Arzanese will be crucial, that's if we hold our own in the league. Herculaneum will also be tough. The others should be quite winnable.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/qeYn4VgrkME3aqqSbsCm4zojFQQ77xfWFP6kmUpH.png


NEXT UPDATE: End of December 2016
Dan
12 years ago
4 months ago
16,964
Arzenese are running away with it
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
@Dan; Who?
___________________________________________________________________________________

October 2016 - December 2016: Arza who?


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/RmNbGSkEi9PbhX71UDGTxqBkqkpNLQDfbmQ3ZTYk.png


Back to FM after a hefty set of exams, and came back to a staggering month of glory. Despite our cup run being disrupted mainly due to us fielding a weakened team to San Giorgio, we had our hopes kept high. Five points behind Arzanese, we knew the chase was on. Starting off comfortably by dispatching Eclanese comfortably 3-0. Following that was a hiccup against Herculaneum where we probably could have won, but a draw is better than nothing. Led kindly into a second leg defeat but that's where things took a massive turn. Four, yes FOUR back to back wins,unheard of when it comes to this club. All of this made possible by one man, Alessandro Malafronte. Olympic Salerno felt the wrath of Malafronte bagging two, though he should have scored a hat-trick. Malafronte scored another brace in a 3-1 victory against Real Pontecagnano to keep us hot on the heels of top spot. Arzanese at this stage started dropping points, kindly inviting us to cut the gap with a vital 2-1 win over Nola, leading in nicely to the crunch match at the top....And it's fair to say I walloped them. Not only walloped, but bludgeoned them to death, decapitating them, sticking the head at the end of a pike and showing it to their remaining travelling support, and it put us top on goal difference. Only for our plans to be halted by a frustrating encounter with Calpazio.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/0uhrxLT6Xn8Md8r9Vb3Vesh3NDxBU2FeBbyuNHtg.png


How the hell did I not manage to take the three points?

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/PWt2EVaRVHgLK1lyfaZ5D9s0XBTGvIS0bvng8h5l.png


Still leaves us well up for a title challenge going into 2017, but still glancing over our shoulders. Still a much better campaign compared to the first season!

It now gives us one of our best streaks, going unbeaten in 10 11 matches! (Also notice the last line).

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/orPAvmwKUFu9b3GUXdS8b09pRfN0mDXsDSFeTEp4.png


And of course the press were hounding about the performances of Alessandro Malafronte and his recent form. His future hangs in the balance due to some clubs after him and he may become a big fish in a small pond. 22 goals in 23 starts and 3 sub appearances. What a man.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/S541qc4j81Bpw5KzeXleOn1sa5IPjeIJ5PHJ7T65.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/nFCG4UN8vuFqSVXtEQeeUVPmISSo6YlGftIOl4ZC.png


As for the rest of my team, everyone is playing their part and the squad harmony looks good apart from one complainer who can't break into the first team. Whether I'll make transfers or sales is another decision.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/oTbRd4Cgckdw7enJi29eg3oql1IjgR7mXpmzQ32B.png


Our next two months look like this:

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/DY9PMlvwUT5SssCONXjrKLhdGbyCFEPNa9QCns28.png


Itching for revenge against San Giorgio in our next match at home, especially for the cup exit. Sibilla Soccer are the only side to defeat me this season, making sure they don't do the double over me. Few away days, but the majority look like winnable matches with a good few in the bottom half of the table. Can we keep this good run going? Only time will tell.

NEXT UPDATE: End of February 2017
Dan
12 years ago
4 months ago
16,964
Smashed the league leaders, reeling them in too!
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
@Dan; They're like a rash, they keep coming back.
___________________________________________________________________________________

January - February 2017: On for a magical 20?


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


2017 had a warm welcome with plenty of cheer...and puzzling moments. Starting off with a close match against San Giorgio, coming out on top. However the next four were beard stroking to how we couldn't muster up victories, held to two scoreless draws with Isola di Procida and Sibilla Soccer where we should have won and two score draws against Casalnuovo and Sarnese in which we had to come from behind to escape with a point. Put a real dent in our plans as we were losing ground on the leaders Arzanese. A tweak in mentality meant we focused more on attacking to nab us wins, and the wins came flooding in. Picciola, Solofra and Eclanese all on the receiving ends of defeats, keeping three clean sheets in the process.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/3QoqmUpY30B6Y8t7LimjGn9Q4gkmorbOSXmtzWOJ.png


With that, it leaves six games remaining and keeps things very interesting at the top.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/yHwQl9csCHeryJp1cXMc9fBsjwqnrRCDlXnJMPDl.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/KPJsE1Ahhb9xWirLar7du60K0jgDzUcZAwKaGEKE.png


STILL not top, and is now being sorted alphabetically, meaning Arzanese scrape their arses on top going into March. Still all to play for, even when Hermes Casagiove are breathing down our necks. Could be a nervous finish.

But looking at our form, we've been absolutely rock solid this season. One defeat in the league and now up to 19 matches unbeaten and aiming for a magic 20.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/SmfVSFIDKUMx5FzoOBpIM7oRQS7o9ONiFtncQIYC.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/xXRwlsbbmirlKu8BoxnrihfmPbMQWvHvurrS2DuI.png


Not much on the transfer front, absolutely nobody came in in the January transfer window. One departure was Luca Prisco, our right winger who could never seem to make it into the first team and he departed. However, there was a heart in mouth moment with Malafronte...

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/8trvEPKlVXY8unz9OeNmlq8MUxdFNtMW8vmNxn7y.png


Thankfully a false alarm.


Speaking of the devil, he's been in flying form (although a bit of a January blip, but back to form now) with 25 goals and 11 assists. Lots of 7+ average ratings meaning our team definitely has put in a great effort. Also saw the return of goalscoring Carlo Sacco finding his way again with some impressive performances of late.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/yWsO0a8hCtEDoOIwBAsnolgqHJNb1wpuht8n8ZKR.png


This may all be gravy, but what happens next?

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/bltBFUx2dB8SK8Z8iYOKfo0Kwj95xTROC5Cb9Tjg.png


Holy sh*tballs this could get rough.
A six pointer against Hermes Casagiove could be make or break for not only the title but playoff hopes too. AV Herculaneum will be tough too as I've yet to beat them, however they are slumping in form which could play to my advantage. Olympic Salerno and Nola at home also big matches before an away day to Real Pontecagnano Faiano. Last but not least, possibly the decider of the title or playoffs, away to leaders Arzanese. Depending on how the run-in goes, I could reserve a cliffhanger to the second season, but only if we haven't already won it by that stage. Lots and lots at stake with my unbeaten run on the line. Here goes nothing.

NEXT UPDATE: End of April/Start of May 2017 (possible end of season)
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
March - May 2017: Crunch time!


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/wjHWCVwZnmRdSsw43v2e3v1Thy1ImIHQw7sF3cCP.png


It was certainly do or die for Gladiator, on the cusp of lifting the Eccellenza Campania, but in our way were Arzanese and Hermes Casagiove. First opposition of March were Hermes Casagiove, a must win to cement our place in the top two positions. It ended in misery! 2-1 defeat now left things wide open, but apart from that...

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/P3mDRqsPESYIjyVNLH5qWOI8FWmcrSvV7vgz3mwH.png


Almost a score of unbeaten matches but not to be.

However, we needed to maintain focus into our next match with A.V. Herculaneum. A pretty dismal draw where we should have taken something, perhaps it could be a bottle job. Finally we found some form by humiliating Olympic Salerno with a hefty 4-0 victory to keep our heads in contention. Another home match followed against Nola, in what was the most heart stopping match I've encountered in this save thus far. 3-1 down at half time to an amazing turnaround in the second period bagging a 5-3 victory. Priceless! That put us top of the pile on goal difference with Arzanese and Hermes Casagiove playing each other next. Getting caught up with what was happening elsewhere, we forgot how to play football against struggling RPF (not bothered to type their name). Only our third defeat in the league but could turn out to be a bitter blow to our chances as Arzanese had won their match 2-0 and we had to go to them away from home on the last day. Meaning this is how the table looks going into the last day.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/PHqUjuNTnfKRl11ONtO9O2W9dlCDvXucjKjdrg4V.png


B*llocks! Only a win would do away to Arza, with Hermes away at Isola di Procida on the last day. Three points adrift is massive but we would be champions if we won as head to head would be in our favour. A draw would mean we would have to rely on Hermes being held and succumb to playoffs. What a horrid situation.

Was it to be our year? Or did we bottle it?

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/5OdMB3x7sYMvZ3nW8sUVi728b1YIENi4L1ke8DI8.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/9iTIGzmQZnqACNL5DshCthxmRWhHf6KnW7iMyuhv.png


IT'S THERE! I CAN'T QUITE BELIEVE IT! Backs to the wall in the second half after a Malafronte penalty gave us a slender lead. Lord knows how we didn't concede but we won more than just the match, the title is ours! Serie D here we come!



https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/l6BYT2TxGKktx2wRENQ6oW6kALl1nntuzP16bZCh.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/L21AHPyUzeDqLQgBcxJ3BPN4D8faBBlkUfwQKWfz.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/5oA9iHh0LZ4OGC3RP8s2412DI3L19qeiTvsDZpov.png


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/x47B6FHdKb80wy73FjytRNosSk9DWMIOXYj8lo8j.png

Somewhat surprised how Malafronte didn't win over my fans but Bonavolonta did show some terrific form to take the cake. Not sure how D'Elia was my signing of the season as he was more of a backup. Cacciatore frankly was the better signing. Carfagno had another delightful season on the right wing with his delicious crosses. Thoroughly impressive starting XI with an exception of Sacco who also showed great promise towards the end of the season.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/Zst47nsGd5RyTrDKXy9SU0R1NxmpHRyhUtB5NOPV.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/DRe932ZJ5XtEEB3sSxhFJG5Vl2nE1wERTeGdvuQ5.png
https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/6e2yKfCVw2l7DtgKKMhICka9gSaA6oB1so2Zkx16.png


It's amazing how the board almost wrote me off towards the end of last season to not letting go of me. Delighted to sign a new deal and am now an untouchable figure. How funny a 12 month difference makes.

But wait, there's more!

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/db2mpQqSi5LVueriwAIOvyStXbGZSA8NeT6fay2Z.png


Our reputation now increases meaning we can now tie players down to proper contracts as opposed to amateur contracts. Meaning there was one thing to do..

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/6GKxcmNccaPuOW2SQdIDgk685Uz6SZbL7ExpMBdy.png


Signed, sealed and delivered! Malafronte shall be at the club for another year.

Final round of stats to show who was on the hot streaks during the season. Might get rid of a few players who are now growing old, might hang onto Maschio for a testimonial but time shall tell. Gelotto I think is retiring too.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/rFEKNB4jCxedZdEazW0f0gmSOS9WVoRr6YHdp1Kq.png


Well, only time will tell who we get in Serie D and if we can stay up. Definitely one of my best seasons on FM16 thus far.

NEXT UPDATE: Summer 2017 (pre-season)
Dan
12 years ago
4 months ago
16,964
Wow what a superb way to win the title! How close was that in the end! superb stuff man!
KEZ_7
17 years ago
18 hours ago
1,875
Great turn around in form there, that team goal looks a little offside to me
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
@Dan - It certainly was a rollercoaster of emotions. Think we deserved it after last season's woe.

@KEZ_7 - You expected fair decisions in the Italian leagues?
DNZY
15 years ago
3 weeks ago
1,882
Premium
June - August 2017: Big departures...


http://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/team/834849.pnghttps://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T6G2G8U8MpDe9C5aXoJVjEDM5wQ5sx4tjsXvL9yj.png


So another season draws nearer to its beginning for what could be a huge test of our abilities in the fourth tier of Italian football. The pressure was certainly on me to get a decent season. Few bits of business were made, both good and bad...two of them were tough pills to swallow.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/T9mrXktD4qO0QsOxrrVUqZW8QImHykRhqxKcIX9Z.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/HBxLgWd4iUveUBdDTwUlI2HEVZrmzygHrGYsnAk8.png


Our brightest center back Esposito and central midfielder Bonavolontà both exited Gladiator to sign better deals elsewhere, gutted that our contract offers were not good enough to convince them to stay. Wish them all the best but it would be a nightmare to replace both of them.

Not only that, two of my loyal players called it quits on their playing days for coaching roles. My top left sided midfielder Maschio becoming a coach, while Gelotto now is an assistant at another team in the Eccellenza divisions.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/PbIoNfbkZb76z76kN243sFvp8tmror3h3d28WTs3.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/i3gvgb4RVKdzckHzF0VhAzMVWluSOrZyWIUb0POI.png


Anyways, here is the transfer window thus far. Mostly outs than ins, mostly due to some poor youth players.


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/3641fUQhAKIrLqQaGm4XhCczNRfC2M5BDcnB3YF5.png


Seven new faces, more of which you can see in greater detail here:

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/abHzBInsK5Sotyc6cYXtOZ2E7v0FuoSxClERrDuo.png

Gennaro Falanga - 21 - D(C) - unattached

First needing more options at center back to partner Giordano. Falanga came on the radar and seems like a good prospect. Might need to work on his heading but otherwise looks solid.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/B9HtkTndkNJBWGfT7FNn3bm7XaTahdxdZAt5ghwp.png

Valerio Panichi - 18 - AM(C)/AM(L) - on loan from Aprilia

A shadow striker was integral to how our tactic was a success last season. Difficult to find someone who fits the role properly though. Panichi was a decent enough shout although his stats don't read very well. Did manage to pull 2 assists and a 9.0 rating in his first game though.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/5EbMNmgH7FIVCtASMamigQh5NvbobzIFLQgCFlld.png

Valerio Carboni - 32 - DM/M(C)/AM(C) - free transfer from Martinsicuro

Replacing Bonavolontà is far more tricky than I expected, however Carboni might give a hand at the Ball Winning Midfielder role. Gives a bit more experience to our team with some good all rounded stats, might be a bit sluggish but looks strong. Versatile too.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/m1uxnfc9RfbGX5Gd144FA4pl7qYdOmnimwJuSE4n.png

Lorenzo Farindolini - 22 - M(C) - free transfer from Renato Curi Angolana

Farindolini adds a bit more depth to the midfield, though he is restricted to just one position. He has what Carboni lacks and thats a bit more pace. Doesn't look mightily impressive though apart from the bread and butter of being a midfielder but is a bit of a team player.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/Hbic2x3iLM1a6WTSUPdv5Gm3qaMjQILYHEdgChrc.png

Marco Annibaldi - 23 - D(C) - free transfer from Alba Adriatica

More options in center backs, Marco may challenge for a slot in the first team. Good in the air despite a heading of 6, but a solid defensive player we may need. Poor dribbler though.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/8CGVX70V8xIkcrlwODBahSBjRnSAudNwPJxSC10Z.png

Dario Odierna - 23 - M(R)/AM(R) - unattached

Not so much a panic buy, but a backup for Carfagno at right wing. Quick with a better crossing attribute to Carfagno might be key, but won't rush him in just yet. Actually could challenge him for a place.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/JRUPj2Lp0RsQtyPz58SUJi4o6dO6faJlgDBJw2LO.png

Renato Venditti - 32 - D(R) - unattached

Another one I bought on the outskirts of the transfer window since Medini left in the remaining hours. We have an established RB in Andrea Cossa but Venditti could help with experience being in his thirties. Exceptional physicals and a smart player. Might get a season or two out of him.


https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/iU6HhnqsaBVJnUhOKLpjQkVmKNxeNz0w5PfvPRQz.png


Pre-season didn't go too bad, not losing a single game.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/QKWesEz6tMtx8KX1y2IZDdJ2sN95XHiNeVb6xHl1.png

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/8NwFi8rxPj09x601fvFrupGHAwqw5MKqUHEJpCjd.png


However, straight into the first match of the new season we threw away a 2-0 lead to fall flat against Termoli. Granted it wasn't really a priority, losing a lead like that is a bit of a worrying sign.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/KPRWpYmVGqqu5e4PcyxqnleWdCvEfKyoEo4nCWVy.png


Bookies don't seem to have great faith in us either, lying firmly bottom of the standings. Meaning that'll be a goal for me to set.

The first round of matches in the new season mean absolutely nothing to me as I'm unaware of who'll be seen as a threat so going in blindfolded might be best. San Nicolò do sound familiar and Arzanese will be a team we do know a lot about. Question is can we break away with a good start to the season. Away to Matelica on the opening match, sounds like the most metal football team ever.

https://sortitoutsi.net/uploads/mirrored_images/BrDlkacgymawLksTWQGioT0N1dvHi6uPAuBbQ2em.png


NEXT UPDATE: End of October 2017

You'll need to Login to comment