Friendly League

Frédson Mendes
Spectators: 40 (Terracing: 31, Seating: 9, VIP seats: 0) Utopía Muerta FC's Salvador Guillelmus started the match with a crisp pass. The crowd had been anticipating this game for weeks and the excitement in the stadium was easily visible. Rafael Maties showed his good apprehension of the play when he made a fantastic save on a shot from Manuel Ekain, who was totally free with the ball in the 5th minute. Rafael Maties took care of the ball after a well-directed shot from Manuel Ekain, even though the ball almost passed him on his left side. In the 14th match minute, Utopía Muerta FC was awarded a freekick, the ball was picked up by Gordy Carnicero to maneuver through the defense. 17 minutes into the match, Utopía Muerta FC's goal looked a bit too open when Manuel Ekain came free, but Rafael Maties reached the ball before it rolled over the goal line. Utopía Muerta FC's Rafael Maties played magnificently when he managed to stop the ball from hitting the goal, after a sharp shot by Natalio Elivareo in the 20th minute of play. An unexpectedly hard shot by Manuel Ekain in the 24th minute of play forced Utopía Muerta FC's goalkeeper Rafael Maties to throw himself to the left, to be able to save the ball. Tiburcio Quintun struck a weak shot in the 26th minute. Rafael Maties didn't even have to move as the ball rolled over the line well wide of the goal. A wasted opportunity for Alzaga FC. Natalio Elivareo recieved an excellent pass in front of the goal in the 34th minute. Unfortunately, he received the ball on his off foot and could only manage a weak shot that went over the goal. A collision led to Utopía Muerta FC getting a freekick after 36 minutes play. Teodoro Guerau hit a great ball. When Alzaga FC's Manuel Ekain in the 38th minute got a chance for a shot 38th didn't hesitate and placed the ball to the right of the goalie. A beautiful save bye Utopía Muerta FC's goalie prevented a goal. Samuel Orlanda's late challenge caught a Alzaga FC's player on the shin and left him crawling around in pain. The referee blew his whistle and produced the yellow card. Samuel Orlanda helped the player get up and apologised. After a very even first half the match was still tied. The players went to their respective dressing rooms to discuss the tactics for the second half.

After 53 played minutes Utopía Muerta FC got a freekick which was hit by Teodoro Guerau. Rafael Maties showed his good apprehension of the play when he made a fantastic save on a shot from Manuel Ekain, who was totally free with the ball in the 66th minute. The supporters of Utopía Muerta FC booed when Alzaga FC was adjudged a doubtful freekick after 68 match minutes in a wonderful position. Natalio Elivareo didn't get a good kick on the ball. In the 81st match minute, Utopía Muerta FC was awarded a freekick, the ball was picked up by Samuel Orlanda to maneuver through the defense. Utopía Muerta FC's Rafael Maties proved his good apprehension of play when he, in the 87th minute of the match, managed to save Utopía Muerta FC from getting a goal against them. The referee was alert and spotted a serious foul by Paolo Platon during the 93rd minute. The player immediately received a yellow card. When Manuel Ekain fell near the penalty area in the 94th minute he thought he would be awarded a free kick. The referee ignored Alzaga FC's protests and gave Manuel Ekain a yellow card for diving instead. After 95 played minutes Alzaga FC got a freekick which was hit by Manuel Ekain.