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#101997 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
August 2019
The poor form continued into the start of August with the squad threadbare with injuries and lack on any cohesion meant thing's weren't going our way. The poor form didn't continue into the NACL luckily for us and these games provided welcome relief from the toughness of the MLS. Saying that we were brought back down to reality when a tired squad played a confident New York Red Bull side who battered us 4-0. However a strong performance towards the end of the month has shown things might eventually start to be getting back on track.
Teams catching up after a poor month.
#101967 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
Mid-Season 2019
So to catchup to where I am at. It's been a tough mid season with DC United. Quite a few loses started to creep in here and there and it led to us losing out in the US Cup to New England. Bitter defeat and the players were made fully aware of how disappointed the club was that they failed to beat such a poor side. Form dipped dramatically towards the end of the season and it's something I'm looking to sort out ASAP.
Top of the conference with quite a few games in hand. Still the conference is ours for the taking.
#101956 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
March 2019
Start of the new season and a very strong outing from the squad. Sturridge has started well and has been supported well from his team mates. Just to to keep plodding away at the league and just await the group draw for the NACL.
Strong start to the season.
#101952 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
Boca came back, but only after sacking their manager. Sadly for them I'm not interested in them at the moment. I have a good time at winning the Champions League with DC United. I have a strong squad at my disposal so I don't think leaving now is the right thing.
#101754 Succession Game
Cymro
A very solid period back in the save. The squad feels a little stronger in the middle and upfront but still feel we are lacking another quality player at the back. But I do feel if Adams get's injured longterm then we don't really have a replacement.
Adams was on disgusting form, banging goals in from everywhere. If we can keep this up then we can pull back the league leaders and serious mount a title challenge again. Wins over Arsenal and Hull were really crucial for the successful run in my period. Both teams have been bogey teams for the club, so it was nice to get one over them.
Within touching distance.
#101095 Succession Game
Cymro
I haven't got the link, could someone send it to me please.
#97083 Succession Game
Cymro
#96829 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
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November 2018
So we are now Champions of the MLS. Really big effort from a squad that was assembled during the off season and gelled really well. When you sign a designated player you always hope they have the same impact as the likes of Daniel Sturridge has had. He has been a class act banging in 35 goals in 37 league appearances.
Both Columbus and Houston proved tough opposition to pass, teams seemed to have worked us out so we had to change tactics to ensure we got the victories needed. In both the semi final and final we needed extra time to see off the opposition despite dominating the stats and having the chances, nerves were obviously on show and chances that were normally taken during the season were squandered.
Sturridge secured the MLS title in the very last minuet of extra time to a crowd and bench that erupted in celebration.
Done the double, US and MLS Cup's. Really happy with these in my first full season here.
How the final was seen by the media.
Loved by the fans.
So DC United have now won the MLS the most time, outstanding feet. First time they have won anything in over 10 years.
#96671 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
October 2018
So we closed the regular season with two comfortable victories to solidify ourselves at the top of the table. New signing Espinoza scored and of course Sturridge. Just awaiting who we face in the play offs.
Ended top of the Conference which is a marvellous achievement.
#96551 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
September 2018
A really poor month. Players fatigued and just not concentrating. Obviously the issues at the back need addressing still. So will be looking to improve here when I can.
Top and qualified. No changes.
#96546 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
August 2018
As you seen in the post above we won the US Cup and then immediately after that had to play Philadelphia. Cup success had meant that the squad had lost focus for the game and of course we were duly punished for our sins. Few choices of strong words saw us pull it back against Toronto, Kansas and Columbus. We ended the month on form and a month when DC United under my management picked up its first piece of silverware.
Still top and still have a gap. Qualified for the play offs also.
#96538 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
US Cup 2018
So the day had arrived, quite a weird one having it midway through the season. A chance to grab some silverware so I was really keen to ensure that we took the chances we had and win this competition.
Did it the hard way on penalties. Sturridge had a quiet game and didn't seem to settle into the game. I took the gamble to sub him off for youngster Guerrero but he was equally as poor if not worse. It was pretty evident we were going to head for penalties after Seattle decided to park the bus. We showed the better composure in the penalties and ended on top. Happy days
So what this meant was ..,
Qualified for the NACL. Hopefully can build on the squad ready to mount a serious challenge against the Mexican sides next season.
#96518 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
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July 2018
July saw us be grateful that we have Daniel Sturridge in our ranks as he scores when he wants. He single handedly destroyed Portland. It was also the month of the Revolution when we played New England three times. Staying undefeated was very pleasing and the victory in the semi final was clinical as anything. Had it not been for their goalkeeper then we would have scored more. Chris Pontious, Hazard and Stancu are all contributing with goals from the attacking midfield slots so it's really really pleasing to see these guys do the business. I am likely to get rid of Stancu at the end of the season to help keep some of the costs down at the club.
Looking good at the top. Keep pushing to qualify now for the play offs.
#96048 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
June 2018
First piece of silverware was won when we beat the New York Red Bulls who are on somewhat of a downward spiral. So we secured the Atlantic Cup by beating them three consecutive times this season. First time in two seasons that the cup returns to DC. When Sturridge goes quiet there are others it seems keen to pounce on the opportunity that he doesn't always take. This month Bogdan Stancu was that man. Really impressed and pleased with his contribution this month. We are through to the Semi Finals of the US Cup after we dispatched a poor Colorado side, Stancu once again displayed his class by securing the match ball.
Confirmation of the Atlantic Cup.
Keep building the gap.
#96035 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
May 2018
So a month where we saw Sturridge injured for the most and goals came from elsewhere. We were lucky to escape draws, especially against Toronto. We also managed a big escape against Montreal when in deep injury time our left back pops up and scores. Bar from that it was a routine month, which ended with a confident display in the US Cup.
Still top and still progressing.
Club is losing money, despite the increase in shirt sales from Sturridge we are taking a bit of a hit on the financial side. However I am pretty confident some silverware this season will help ease the burden.
#96022 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
April 2018
Another undefeated month, mainly down to the fire power upfront. The annoying thing about this month? Failure to capitalise on a 10 man Seattle. We had the chances and they held on. We really should have scored another to claim all the points. But sometimes when you come up against a goalkeeper who saves everything it's tough. Sturridge is scoring for fun at the moment. Really has gelled in well and if we can keep him and Hazard then I cannot see why DC United can't win the MLS this season and the Champions League next season if we qualify. The side has talent but it's depth at the moment is not good enough.
Top of the conference for now. Just got to make the position ours.
#95897 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
March 2018 - Start Of Season
So in my first full month in charge we managed to stay undefeated. A real good start for a side last season who under fired throughout the entire season. The squad has adapted to the tactics I want to play well and the squad has trained well over pre season.
Big wins against New York and Toronto show our intent for the season. Hazard and Sturridge are running the show and ruining sides in the MLS.
Sitting comfortably in second place in the division, keep this form up and we will be there of there abouts come end of the season.
How the transfer window has panned out. Some good signings in Sturridge and Hazard. Pity I couldn't afford to keep Adnan Januzaj, just couldn't fit into the salary cap. Take note of Indian international striker Ansari. Bloke could provide good competition for Sturridge up top.
#95821 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
October 2017
So I took up the offer. I was 9 months without a job and I was bored of waiting for a possible offer from Boca. DC United are like a fallen giant in the MLS, absolutely perfect fit for me.
Close to 10 years without success, down to me to bring something back to the capital. Looking really forward.
Squad is weak at the back, despite possessing a good goalkeeper. Midfield and Strikers are probably one or two short of being on par with the best teams in the league so will be looking to address the defence as well as upfront options as soon as possible.
My three games in charge, all wins. New manager and new found belief.
How the season ended up.
Looks like I've sorted out upfront ...
#95805 New Careers Section
Cymro
#95579 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
So the tale takes another twist ... despite them denying interest they want me.
Looks like it's the USA and DC United.
#95578 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
So some 8 months down the line and the job with Boca never emerged ... no jobs of note came up and when it did like the DC United ... it was laughed off. It has left me confused and disappointed. My reputation should be good enough for DC United. The hunt will continue.
#95554 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
So the formalities of stepping down once the season had started was completed. JEF United will forever hold some wonderful memories for me. I leave the club in a very healthy state, a lot more money in the bank turning profit in every month bar 3. The squad is young and with a few experienced heads here and there then this squad will once again compete at the top. Still no offer from Boca Juniors yet. Starting to feel worried.
Lot of loyalty shown. Nice touch by many but how many will follow me is to be seen.
#95488 New New Forum
Cymro
In my career thread I seemingly cannot edit individual posts ... especially the opening one. Is there a reason or am I missing how to edit it?
#95476 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
KEZ_7 - Well it's quite confusing really. They have hired a manager when I delayed and the deal is still on the table according to the transfer screen.
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December 2016 and January 2017
So a two more cups to challenge for and came away with one. I was ever going to get the Club World Cup, especially when you draw the likes of Dortmund in the Semi Finals. Dortmund are unreal strong and we did really well to compete with them and even their manager said how well we did. We managed to scrape a third place after our defence decided to go for a spot of tea and biscuits during the middle of the 3rd place game. It was penalties that separated us after us being the better side. Will take a third place finish. Achieved so much here and we did the club proud.
So the Emperor's Cup. We managed to get to the final really quite easy only conceding sloppy goals late on.
Took it right to the wire.
Best ever manager in Japan and second in the list of managers in Asia. Tidy. Not bad from a lad who no one wanted, who's laughing now Gangneung City?
#95214 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
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November 2016
One thing I won't miss about Japan is the crazy schedules for games. Sometimes it's a day off and we are back playing and in this month it all took its toll. Jair and Khalil found themselves working overtime and lot of youngsters from the U18s made their way onto the bench to cover for tired bodies. That said the team preformed admirably. Despite finishing the league season on a loss, we played well all season and with bodies thin for the final league game I was not that upset.
The game against Airbex confirmed the title. It was pleasing to do so also.
The league table ended up like that. Did pretty well to defend the title.
So whats left? Small matter of the Emperor's Cup and the Club World Cup. All to play for.
#94871 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
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AFC Champions League 2016
So the day had finally arrived. It was us against Lekhwiya SC of Qatar. Big game for both and first time finalists. The press had made us favourites but on paper you looked at the squad Lekhwiya had, and you worried yourself. Lot of good foreign players and a lot of handy players who have played for some major clubs in Europe. Both squads had fully fit players to select from and it was going to be an interesting final.
So how did it pan out?
Championes,Championes, Olé, Olé, Olé!!! Cannot believe it, won the ACL and done it in style. Had a few nervy moments but we held on. Gutted that main man Ahmed Khalil couldn't get on the net but South Korean star man Nam Tae-Hee against his former club was outstanding. So so happy with this. So my adventure here is almost at an end. Just to clean up the end of the season and hopefully await the offer from Boca and move on.
Tale of the tape.
Took our chances! Proved crucial. Stats don't lie, well in this case.
Top Welsh manager and making headways in the HoF. Not on the top list but getting there.
Highlights from the game.
#94810 Succession Game
Cymro
#94727 Succession Game
Cymro
#94652 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
____________________________________________________
October 2016
October's league form has carried on from September. It didn't start off well when we lost to 2nd place Grampus, who played us off the park and with a tired squad it was not a surprise. A poor draw against FC Tokyo and then we managed to get a win against a side in the relegation zone.
Outside that, our progression in the ACL saw us see off Chinese big guns Guangzhou Evergrande we managed to hold for the draw in the second leg after getting the all valuable goal in the home time. It was down to a goal in the 80th by Wague to see us with a chance of clinching the ACL. We face Qatar side Lekhwiya in the final in November.
We also faced my former club in the Emperors Cup and we dispatched them 4-2. Still a lot of ground work to be done.
Still two games in hand a point behind, still favour us to get it together and clinch the league.
Oh there was another final to be had ... but how did it go?
Never in doubt.
#94345 'Y Sialens Chweongl'
Cymro
September 2016
Not a great month in the league but progression in the Emperor's Cup and the Asian Champions League. Fatigue and injuries are hampering the league campaign but as I have said previously we are here to win the ACL not the league and anything outside the ACL is a bonus. With both Jair and Khalil out it was down to the Japanese youngsters upfront to fire home the goods, sadly they didn't find the net but did take their opportunities well.
Beating Suwon twice is great news and now sets us up against a very tough opponent in Chinese power house Guangzhou Evergrande. Still believe we can go all the way. We are good enough just got to hope everyone stays fit.
Poor month in the league has meant competition has caught up with us. Yes we have two games in hand but if we don't gain points then the sides below will catch up. Big month next month. Cup Semi Finals galore. Time to step it up.