Round 15 - Mariners vs Smurfs FC

[Sym]

2-2 by the way

Crowd, 11ish

Hard to go past your predictions.

Bullard's goal was brilliant by the way, from bringing it down in the centre circle to start the move, bursting forward with speed, and a sweet finish.

He was completely untracked the whole way aswell.

 

[brett]

As for this game, I have confidence we can break the cycle of conceding a lot of goals against Sydney. Pedj and Wilko proved again to be a brilliant combo in the centre of defence and despite playing like poo, we didn't really concede a clear chance to Qld and they only scored through a free kick where D'Apuzzo missed his block and Danny was unsighted.

If we can keep our cycle of scoring lots of goals going, we should win. But really this is the most unpredictable fixture in the A-League.

 

[marinersman]

I think we'll win as the boys will be up for this one massively. Reason being we are in big trouble if we lose and everyone associated with the club will obviously be very aware of this. Queensland will beat the scum and Wellington should be Glory, so we have to win.

I know I said it earlier but this really is easily the biggest and most important match of our season. f**k I hate the chopper maggots.

 

[marinermick]

Couldn't resist but played FIFA09 for this game earlier in the week. Hope it doesn't jinx the result. Anyway:

Mariners 2 (D-Mac, Caceras)
Smurfs 1 (Corica)

verhead:  verhead:  verhead:

 

[cruiser]

Mariners v Sydney games are my most looked forward to matches and this one is no exception. Give Aloi$i heaps! Anyone got a giant plastic lemon they can take to the game with Aloi$i's name written on it?

 

[Paolo]

Couldn't resist but played FIFA09 for this game earlier in the week. Hope it doesn't jinx the result. Anyway:

Mariners 2 (D-Mac, Caceras)
Smurfs 1 (Corica)

verhead:  verhead:  verhead:

i think you changed the difficulty just to get the desired result

 

[fedelta]

Yellow pointy hats rocked Melb and should be official Marinators gear IMHO.

oh dear

 

[midfielder]

                                UP

 

[midfielder]

                                        Hearts on FIRE

 

[fedelta]

plz don't post freefoto advertising on the forum ever again

 

[nero]

Mariners to concede early, score early in the 2nd half, score winner late. 11 238 crowd.Rain 9500.

MAC double.

 

[tuftman]

plz don't post freefoto advertising on the forum ever again

+1

 

[Wombat]

2-2 by the way

Crowd, 11ish

Hard to go past your predictions.

Bullard's goal was brilliant by the way, from bringing it down in the centre circle to start the move, bursting forward with speed, and a sweet finish.

Bullard is really turning into a good footballer and shit does he have a sweet shot!!

Like to see him in Blue and Yellow as a Marquee player. Still he's probably on $2mill + pa.

 

[FFC Mariner]

2-2 by the way

Crowd, 11ish

Hard to go past your predictions.

Bullard's goal was brilliant by the way, from bringing it down in the centre circle to start the move, bursting forward with speed, and a sweet finish.

Bullard is really turning into a good footballer and shit does he have a sweet shot!!

Like to see him in Blue and Yellow as a Marquee player. Still he's probably on $2mill + pa.

I need to go and lie down now.

 

[Wombat]

3-1 to us, crowd 12555. Caceres, Simon, Hutcho with a left-footer, Bridge for them early on. Bolton to make a catastrophic error, again.

If anyone throws a bunger at a ball-person again, I have one word of advice...RUN.

Oh yes, be proud to wear Yellow & Blue. Narcissitic half-wit numbnuts that draw attention to themselves for doing otherwise should be supporting Newcastle United FC.

Is that aimed at the blokes wearing the Everton tops??

 

[FFC Mariner]

3-1 to us, crowd 12555. Caceres, Simon, Hutcho with a left-footer, Bridge for them early on. Bolton to make a catastrophic error, again.

If anyone throws a bunger at a ball-person again, I have one word of advice...RUN.

Oh yes, be proud to wear Yellow & Blue. Narcissitic half-wit numbnuts that draw attention to themselves for doing otherwise should be supporting Newcastle United FC.

Is that aimed at the blokes wearing the Everton tops??

Or Chelsea tops, or Spurs tops or Wallaby tops?

 

[Deej]

Central Coast Mariners
Media Release
Thursday, 11 December

All hands on deck for Christmas cracker

The cavalry has returned for the Central Coast Mariners ahead of Saturdays surefire Hyundai A-League epic against Sydney FC at Bluetongue Stadium, with Dean Heffernan, Paul OGrady and Matt Simon each included in an extended 18-man squad.

Almost a year since a match that is commonly regarded as the greatest in Hyundai A-League history, the Mariners have again set their sights on their southern rivals and all but the suspended Nigel Boogaard and long-term injury sufferer Ahmad Elrich are up for the challenge.

The Mariners are still represented by nine players that took to the pitch that night, 22 December 2007, while Sydney FC have the same amount in their current playing squad.

The Mariners Matthew Nash has swapped Sydney colours for yellow and navy, while Sydney striker John Aloisi has gone in the opposite direction.

Nine goals from nine different goal scorers, two red cards and a record Bluetongue Stadium attendance were among the highlights of an engrossing ninety minutes that were unquestionably among the most entertaining in Australian domestic football history.

None of the 17,514 that were in attendance will forget one of the truly exceptional Hyundai A-League encounters that will celebrate its one-year anniversary nine days after Saturdays clash.

"The boys automatically pick up for this one," said Mariners Football Manager Lawrie McKinna.

"Sydney have been struggling the last few weeks but got a good result in Newcastle and theyve jumped into third spot thats how tight it is.

"Its a crucial game for both teams on Saturday, theyll be flying high and full of confidence but were going along alright ourselves."

For all of the Hyundai A-League neutrals and sporting purists alike, encounters between the Mariners and Sydney FC will almost certainly deliver the best entertainment that Australias top-flight football competition has to offer.

In sixteen previous meetings between the Hyundai A-Leagues nearest rivals, an amazing 54 goals have been scored, 25 of which have been slotted in the past four Hyundai A-League meetings between the two sides.

Aside from last seasons unforgettable 5-4 epic at Bluetongue Stadium, the Mariners memorable history with their southern rivals includes the inaugural Hyundai A-League Grand Final, Novembers unfathomable 3-3 draw at the Sydney Football Stadium and matches that have marked the competitive debuts of former Mariners drawcards John Aloisi and Mark Bosnich.

In total, the Mariners have scored five wins in clashes between the two clubs, suffered eight losses and drawn on three occasions.

"Its a big game for us and a big game for Sydney and it all points to an entertaining clash," said McKinna.

"Theyre a good team it doesnt matter what team they put on the park, theyre competitive, theyve got a lot of experience on the park and theyre going to be a big threat.

"Mark Bridge always scores against us and theyve got players all over the park that can hurt us Corica, Aloisi, they all score goals.

"Well show them respect, but well be getting stuck in as best as we can."

Central Coast Mariners Squad

2. Andre Gumprecht, 4. Pedj Bojic, 5. Bradley Porter, 6. David DApuzzo, 7. John Hutchinson, 8. Dean Heffernan, 9. Nik Mrdja, 10. Adrian Caceres, 11. Dylan Macallister, 13. Paul OGrady, 15. Andrew Clark, 17. Matthew Osman, 18. Alex Wilkinson, 19. Matt Simon, 20. Danny Vukovic (gk), 22. Sasho Petrovski, 23. Mile Jedinak, 30. Andrew Redmayne (gk) *three to be omitted

The Mariners Hyundai A-League season continues at their Bluetongue Stadium home on Saturday, 13 December against southern rivals Sydney FC. Kick off is at 7pm.

Tickets for this match are on sale from Ticketek outlets, from the Ticketek website www.ticketek.com.au, or via phone on 132 849.

Ends

 

[Deej]

If Heff is ready to go I'm hoping for :

--------------Vuko
Clark-----Wilko-----Bojic------Heffernan
----Porter-----Mile------Caceres
----Simon-----Macca----Sash

Would love to see Hutch sit on the bench just to give him a kick up the arse, plus Porter in a midfield role with his crossing could work wonders? Clark against Bridge would also be better IMO, Porter didn't handle him too well at SFS.

Lawrie will probably go with Porter at RB and leave Hutch in the middle meaning Clarky on the bench, will be interesting to see whether he sticks with Caceres behind the front 2 or goes back to the 3 up front tactic, I believe we played better on Saturday when we had the 3 up front again but then again we were chasing the game.

Many people would want Gumps to start after last week, but I say bench him and use him to get the fans reactions again to boost players and supporters!

I hope Osman doesn't play in the midfield again...........please Lawrie unless Mile is injured leave him on the bench. 

Although Sash had a poor game last week he'll be well up for Sydney so keep him on the park!

 

[ponno]

Thinking about the game on sat night just gave me an excitement quiver....

 

[soundsdifferent]

i was just watching last years 5-4 clash with FC hopefully we can fill the stadium again and have a repeat but maybe a 5-4 our way win...
so everyone get like 5 other people to come along we needdd te support
did u see how the mariners lifted after he mariners chant went around the stadium we need to do that again!!!!!!
come on guys!!!!!!