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#182679 A Northern Mariana Islands Story...Sorry Where?
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#182678 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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Nice victory over Paire even though we did let two in. At least we started to score more too. Schroeder to Schroeder was just poetry, and both were eventually awarded with goals, Peter converting from the spotkick. Honestly we didn't even dominate and these numbers could've been much different but we'll take anything if it suits our team.
Halfway there. Still unbeaten but only 5 pts separates us and Matansa, even though there are only six games left. Paire still searching for their first win. Safe to say that Paire aren't earning the promotion this year, both Matansa and Kanoa are still fighting for that spot with me. Even though I have that 5 pt lead, if I lose next game and Matansa wins, they would be only 2 pts behind. Best goaldifference but have scored only 4 goals more than the 2nd seed Matansa. Also notable is that Paire have scored two goals more than Kanoa but they are 5 pts behind Kanoa, mainly because their defense has been by far the worst in this division. 13 allowed in 6 games while Matansa and Kanoa have allowed only 7 and we have allowed only 5.
#182655 A Northern Mariana Islands Story...Sorry Where?
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#182654 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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Yes, we did it! We were able to beat Wild Bill's though it was a close match until Wild Bill's midfielder got his second yellow card and was ejected from the match. No wonder though, Wild Bill's had well some would say wild tackles and results weren't nice...
Gutted with these injuries. Just before they were supposed to make their international debut, or at least they would've been with the international squad. No one would've guaranteed they would've actually earned their first cap. Also hurts my chances against 2nd Kanoa Resort, whom I'll play in few days.
This really tells the story of Northern Mariana Islands talent haha. Even the all mighty Guam dominated. Even though it was only a friendly, Northern Mariana Islands were heavily outplayed. Good news is that couple of my players actually earned their first cap and weren't just unused substitutes, then again....
...more injuries..... Hopefully our squad is able to cope, our depth is really thin.
It wasn't pretty but we got the job done with tired squad, altough had to use some greys as substitutes. I'll take that 1-0 over draw any day. Our captain again with the clutch goal, he has really started to score those important goals. Also this win should give us some breathing room as Kanoa were 2nd with only one point less than we had.
Much needed breathing room as Paire and Mantansa drew their game leaving Paire with only 2pts from 5 games. Only 7 games left, still looking good. Next game against Paire and yes we have lot of time to rest and some injured bodies are fit enough to play.
Before the important match against Paire, I wanted to take a look of competition rankings.
Now something doesn't add up here, what it could be? That's right where is Northern Marianas 2nd division? Could we be this bad? Apparently yeah, First division being 2nd worst won't help too much.
#182619 A Northern Mariana Islands Story...Sorry Where?
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#182616 A Bhutanese Story...Creating A Local Legend
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#182592 A Northern Mariana Islands Story...Sorry Where?
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#182584 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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So we got division one side on cup quarter finals. Should be doable if anything bad doesn't happen.
Thrilled we were able to beat Paire, the team I thought would be the toughest to face. My boys proved me wrong and deserve every credit from this priceless victory. Young GK Stafford was also brilliant and this was his first encounter against his former club.
Have no idea what went wrong here. We weren't clearly ready for this game and were lucky to draw. Well without Brian Roberts' superb individual effort we would've probably lost this. Maybe players didn't have enough rest, I mean they only had about 3 weeks of rest and light practice or perhaps they were surprised they had to travel to another stadium than the safe Oleai Sports Complex Field.
Getting supertight. Well the heavy favourites Paire seem to be dropping from the promotion contention. Other than that, it looks like it's anyone's game.
Normally I would be thrilled to see news like these....
... but not when we already have ultratight schedule, at least on Northern Marianan standard. I guess the positive thing is that they'll face Guam, probably the nearest island out there.
#182576 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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Thanks Johno
#182505 A Northern Mariana Islands Story...Sorry Where?
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#182496 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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Go ahead mate
#182490 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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Only one friendly, after all I didn't want to tire my squad since 12 games + some cup-games in 8 months could be too hectic for amateurs. Did let my assistant take care of the game and he got pretty inspiring result. 1-1 against a team that was ranked as number 1 on division 1 by the pundits. They might have used reserves, nevertheless good way to start the campaign for promotion.
As I said I wanted a new goalie and surprisingly got one and the best thing is that he was the number 1 goalie for the club that should have the best chance for promotion. Very pleased to have signed him and hopefully he's able to be firm number 1 for us.
Trashing Matansa was a brilliant way to start a new season. On 8th minute we got a freekick too far away for a straight shot. Norman Schuler delivered a brilliant cross and winger Steven Camacho had an easy chance to just struck it in. We dominated the game all the time and we were once again rewarded when a cross from the right side found it's way to the net after José Wood made the last touch and it counted as own goal. Substitute Joseph Brostrom sealed our 3-0 victory with strong leftfooted shot just inside the box.
I guess both teams could be satisfied with this result. Camacho scored absolutely stunning Roberto Carlos like a goal. That curling ball was never meant to be a cross and found it's way to the back of the net. Unfortunately our sloppy defending was penalised on 23rd minute when William Duenas finished
brilliant team-effort.
Looking good for us so far. I know it's only two games but there are only 10 games left. Anything could happen but a strong start for this kind of league is vital if you want to fight for promotion.
#182473 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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Cheers mate. Northern Mariana DB from steam workshop
#182324 It's a long way to the top... if you wanna start from the bottom
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So wanted to start from the very bottom and getting out of my comfort zone and what other place than Northern Marianas 2nd division would be better for that?
I must admit that I had no idea where Northern Mariana Islands were located before I started this career out
Here we go!
Took over the Shirley's Football Club, needless to say that I'm not even paid as they are bunch of amateurs like all the other teams on this island. Decided to take a team that wasn't ranked as one of the best from its division and Shirley's sounded sympathetic. Wasn't even shocked to see how bad this team was even though I think I haven't coached amateurs before.
Here's the club, not the biggest value but really expected. Glad we have at least some faithful season ticket holders, won't show here but there are currently 62 season ticket holders.. Fun fact is that nearly every team from this island shares Oleai Sports Complex Field stadium so majority of away games are like home games. As you can see we were predicted as 3rd which is usually a good sign....
...unless there are only 4 teams in the whole division and bookmakers won't have any faith on you. Well the good thing is that we'll face each team three times so we play only 12 games. Season lasts from August 31st to May 10th.
Needless to say that those abilities are as inaccurate as they get. I would fire Mr.So if I would be able to sign a new one to replace him. Looks like that I would need a new goalie and maybe couple of wingers but can only sign players from Northern Mariana Islands since no one else wants to join this club obviously
Here's a guy who is listed as our key player. Definitely not a stud but I'm sure he can make some impact here, especially since he's probably growing at least a little bit. To be honest he's just horrible but I'm hoping I'm able to fly away from this island in two or three years.
Almost immediately when I had started got this message. So yeah it's better than nothing but not going to get me or anyone else paid. Guess they think managing here on the islands is some sort of charity work and I don't need any extra income for that.
So there was the club, probably going to stay couple of seasons there (unless sacked before) and then i'm looking for my options. Definitely not going to spend my entire career on these Islands.I would assume that I'm not able to turn this amateur squad into professional one. Also interesting to see when I'm going to get my first paycheck, though got to admit that 12 games in 8 months isn't stressful at all.
Wanted to add Shirley's as my team but for good reasons wasn't able to find Northern Mariana Islands from the list of nations.