Something in the Making: Lam Matteo

[Matt10]

Matteo indicates departing from Wolverhampton in January

According to sources linked within, Lam Matteo has notified Wolves boss, Owen Coyle, that he wishes to leave in January.

Wolves did not complete many acquisitions this past summer due to the fact they intended on keeping Lam Matteo until the end the 2020 season, which is more than two years away.

However, sources indicate that Matteo is unhappy with the club - and has possibly shopped around already - noticing clubs that are no in the Premier League, and could most likely be a move to Ligue 1, the French first division.

"There is only speculation at this point," according to an e-mail from Matteo's agent, Arthur Van Der Lay, "Matteo is proud to be part of Wolves, but at the moment he feels unhappy with the team's recent form and the stubborness of Owen Coyle has aided in the decision to possibly leave the club."

Despite already scoring 7 goals this early season, which is what the American totaled last year, Matteo's agent addressed one true concern.

"Matteo feels that it is in his best interest to start looking elsewhere. He feels that scoring goals is what he wants to do - and he wants to do that from the striker position."

So, will we see Coyle with a change of heart and place Matteo up front - or has Matteo's last match already been played? At this very moment, Matteo's name is still listed in the squad against Man United this weekend.​

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Welcome to the Serie A, Matteo

Naples, Italy -- American international, Lam Matteo, has finalized a highly controversial move to Serie A side, SSC Napoli - leaving the struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers of the Premier League. Matteo's transfer fee was undisclosed, however Wolverhampton have reportedly been paid "handsomely".

Matteo is the first American to be listed on the Napoli club, but according to manager Francesco Totti, the striker has a nack for finding goals no matter what position he plays.

"Matteo is an Italian name - I don't care where he's from - it's an Italian name, of descent, he belongs because he can make goals. I am confident in our signing - and I hope Matteo great success."

As for Matteo himself, the move from his beloved England, to the hard nosed game play that is Italian football - has already been a strain as he reportedly will miss at least two weeks with a broken wrist he suffered in Wolves last match against Fulham.

"I expect to fully recover and help my side," states the striker, "I know time spent on the bench will surely aid me in understanding this style of play a lot better."
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After 8 weeks, Matteo finally ready
Listed as substitute, #24 versus Chievo Verona

"I'm excited - hopefully I'll make my debut soon - It's been a grueling 8 weeks."
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Serie A: Fixture 10
Catania v Napoli

1-2
Mascara (pk) 92'
Quagriella 93'
Quagriella 11'
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Caution: None


QUAGRIELLA DOUBLE NETS NAPOLI VICTORY

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The goals did not come fluidly - as is the case with Serie A football we are learning. However, when the goals are scored - they are sublime.

Two goals scored by Napoli's Quagriella was enough for the Naples side - the latter of course creating the most dramatic victory since the club's incredible 3-2 win over AC Milan in the first week of August.

Leading by a goal in the dying minutes of the match, Francesco Totti's men never looked giving up any goals in tonight's match - however it was an obvious penalty when Campagnaro took down Mascara in the penalty box - the Catania striker made no mistake from the spot - and evened up the score at one a piece within stoppage time.

Campagnaro's mistake was short lived however, when subsitute for Napoli, Lam Matteo, dazzled on the sidelins before perfectly slotting a through pass in the box to Quagriella - who had no problem sliding the ball past Campagnolo, the Catania keeper.

"It was a brilliant win for us. This is a match that the club needed to regain control - and a display with a purpose is what I wanted to see." - Francesco Totti, Napoli manager.

Table Position: 6th, 15 pts
Next Match: v Inter Milan (Home) - 1st, 19 pts

Starter soon?
It's about that time, Matteo

"I hope we can just continue to put up good performances - this new club is a real blessing to play for - Inter will not be easy."
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Coaching Job?
Out of left field, Matteo has link to J-League

First off, it's only a rumor. After all, the man is only 29-years old, and he is currently playing for Napoli. Do not get me wrong, he has not played well for Napoli so far (which is why updates are lacking as well).

Throughout 14 games, Matteo has only subbed in once.

"This is a very hard squad to get into," he stated in the league newspaper, "I haven't faced the success I did in England. I am honestly unhappy here."

In response to my question about coaching in Japan:

"I have given much thought to coaching recently. But I'm not sure I want to hang up the boots yet. If I decide to pursue any such opportunity, it will be a very difficult time for me."

At this very moment, Matteo has no links to playing for any other clubs. Although it's quite evident that he wishes to play somewhere other than Italy.

Coaching is inevitable - but if he chose to accept a position with a J-League team, he would be the youngest coach in more than 10 years.
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*finally up to date.

 

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Transfer time
J-League turned down, Matteo breaks Napoli contract
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It hasn't been a good stretch for our beloved Matteo. However, if this is the worst it gets for Matteo - our mindset is that he will find a team that needs true help, and he will start for them.
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What went wrong: Even though it wasn't well documented (my bad), head coach for Napoli, Francesco Totti, chose more Italians on his side than he did "foreigners" - it may be slightly ridiculous to make that assumption - but only two non-Italians have started this year. How could Matteo break out of the bench with this pattern?

Where to next: It's been 3 weeks, Matteo has had offers from AC Siena, Chievo Verona and last place, AS Bari.

The Decision: It was not a hard decision, Matteo recently visited this club's facilities on a family vacation - and loved the location of the stadium - which is located below ground level. WIth rich tradition, but never reaching the highest peak - AC Siena have offered Matteo 310 P - and the striker has gladly accepted.

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On the Bench
AC Siena's #14 suits up against Livornio

I have no problem with the kit number, number 14 was worn by some great players right...Thierry Henry...um...Theo Walcott?

Honestly it's worse than 13 - which is what Matteo wore once, but eitherway I'm sure he will do well for Siena. They are struggling right now, but things can only pick up. They have a good striker that Matteo ocould partner with in Maccarone - and of course defensive mid, Vergassola.

Unfortunately for Matteo, he will be competing off the bench with veteran Ghezzal - who was last year's top scorer for the side.

Eitherway, in progress now is the Livornio match, currently 0-0 in the 10th minute, update shortly, my friends.
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[Matt10]

Serie A: Fixture 20
AC Siena v AS Livorno

3-0
Ekdal 44'
Calaio 54'
Ghezzal 85'
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Caution: Jarolim (Siena) Maccarone (Siena) Pieri (Livorno)
Sent Off: Matteo (Siena) Marchini (Livorno)



BITTERSWEET VICTORY FOR SIENA


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pictured: Ekdal (AC Siena)​

A much needed win for AC Siena was in order, after the play of Maccarone was hailed as a great "first half effort", because the striker was sidelined for 2 weeks with an ankle injury as soon as he set up the first goal for the Bianconeri. Maccarone's shot from distance deflected off the cross bar, and fell to the fortunate feet of Ekdal - who made no mistake.

After Maccarone's injury, Lam Matteo would make his debut for the club. And it would be Matteo who set up the next goal by Calaio. The American international placed a perfect pass into the path of the Italian - who cooly slipped the ball past De Lucia.

Unfortunately, the debut for the American would be cut shortly due to the striker being sent off after committing two blatant slide tackles. Matteo stated after the match, "I thought this league was for tough men." - which has fallen under scrutiny since he uttered the words. Manager Oliver Bierhoff has not commented on any disciplinary action as of yet.


"The fact is we won, we lost two players unfortunately - but next week Napoli will not be an easy task - we needed this momentum to carry into that game."

Simmed Match: Napoli 3-1 AC Siena
Table Position: 16th, 23 pts
Next Match: v SS Lazio (Home) - 8th, 30 pts

One week gone
No disciplinary action, Matteo catches a break

"The tackles were fine, but the comments afterwards were worthy of 2 red cards. I hope to play in the next match."​

 

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Serie A: Fixture 22
AC Siena v SS Lazio​

0-4
Cribari 4'
Pandev 45'
Pandev 66'
Own Goal 76'
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Caution: Terzi (Siena) Jajalo (Siena)
Sent Off: None​

LAZIO DISPLAY ANOTHER LEVEL OF FOOTBALL​

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pictured: Pandev (Lazio)​

Winning the match was the only concern for all of Siena, after all defeatinga power house like Lazio would surely catapult a streak to get the club back to their winning ways.

Unfortunately, Lazio's attack was deadly - and thanks to a two goal performance by Pandev - Oliver Bierhoff's AC Siena were more than outmatched.

"They (Lazio) are simply on another level of football, top class players that we could not contend with today."

Table Position: 16th, 23 pts
Next Match: v ACF Fiorentina (Away) - 12th, 29 pts

Played well
String of good passes as an AMF, Matteo wants to be striker though

"I felt confident on the ball - and in a way it was fortunate that we were losing so badly, allowed me to try some different tricks here and there - however they did not seem to pay off in front of goal."
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Serie A: Fixture 23
ACF Fiorentina v AC Siena​

2-1
Mutu 66'
Mutu 72'
Vergassola (PK) 87'
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Caution: Ekdal (Siena)
Sent Off: Terzi (Siena)​

FREE KICK SPECIALIST, MUTU, LIFTS FIORENTINA PAST SIENA
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pictured: Mutu (Fiorentina)​

AC Siena were not expected to win such a lop sided affair, however the visitors did well to keep out the goals in the first half, however it was Adrian Mutu who decided tonight would be his night as the veteran striker scored two simpy stunning free kicks to edge out the visitors.

Mutu caused some confusion by the Siena defense, and when the striker was through on goal - the mix up resulted in Terzi performing a desperation sliding tackle, which crunched the striker more than the ball itself.

As a result, the defender was sent off, and the striker would set up for the free kick. A beautiful curling outside of the post shot, left the Siena keeper, Curci, with nothing to grasp at but air.

pictured: Mutu (Fiorentina)​

Mutu's second goal was one that proved the striker could score on the left side of the pitch as well - a "David Beckham" free kick, as the striker calls it, was perfectly struck - and once again Curci was no match.

The visitors notched a goal back thanks to a well taken free kick from the captain, Vergassola - however the damage was done, and in the 92nd minute Siena's last gasp effort was in the form of American midfielder, Lam Matteo, as his blast from outside the box was saved comfortably by Sebastian Frey.

Another loss in the books for AC Siena, there is still plenty of football left, but Oliver Bierhoff's side could see some changes for the next match against in Turin, versus Juventus.

"I feel we lost this one as a team, they had an outstanding dispaly from the striker, Mutu - but it was against the run of play - so I cannot give the man all the credit. We had a good performance despite the score."

Table Position: 16th, 23 pts
Next Match: v Juventus FC (Away) - 2nd, 46 pts​

Set to Start

Matteo shows his veteran leadership on pitch​

"It's been a good stint with Siena, I'm glad to be given the go ahead to start - at this point, I don't care at what position - I just want to help the club get out of this hole."​

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Serie A: Fixture 24
Juventus v AC Siena​

4-0
Amauri 2'
Felipe Melo 4'
Amauri 19'
Camoranesi 53'
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Caution: Andrea Rossi (Siena) Legrottaglie (Juventus) Amauri (Juventus) Chielini (Juventus) Felipe Melo (Juventus)
Sent Off: None​

TOP TIER JUVE TOO MUCH FOR SIENA​

Johnson Peoples, siena.ac.it​

pictured: Felipe Melo, Amauri (Juventus)​

The weather was not kind to the visitors, Siena, and neither were the home team Juventus. The second place Serie A side dismantled the Siena defense to shreds, showing why they are a top class side - and Siena is, well...Siena football club.

The first goal came as early as the second minute, on Juve's first possession of the match - the Siena defenders seemed a step slower than Amauri the entire match - and the striker could not miss tonight - he low drive struck the inside of the post, and nesteld in.

pictured: Lam Matteo (AC Siena)​

There was pressure from the visitors though, and it came through the sure foot of American midfielder, Lam Matteo. Matteo was the orchestrator in making the Juventus defense look a bit off key by displaying some tricky through passes. Matteo also came close from 20-yards out to grab a goal back in the 10th minute, but the shot sailed high and wide of Buffon's goal.

In the end, Amauri had the best luck in front of goal - tricking the Siena defenders inside the box, and looking cool as ever in his finishing. There was no chance for Olvier Bierhoff's side to escape Turin with any sense of victory.

"Flat out destroyed tonight. They are a top side, and it was proven within the first couple of minutes of this match. All we can do from here is focus on the next match."

Table Position: 16th, 23 pts
Next Match: v Parma FC (Home) - 17th, 21 pts

Impressive..most​

Not unfamiliar to the award

"I'm glad the notice is starting to show. I've worked hard, the first goal here is to help the club get out of this mess. We need a win against Parma fairly bad."​

 

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Serie A: Fixture 25
AC Siena v Parma FC​

2-0
Terzi 19'
Calaio 73'
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Caution: Zenoni (Parma)
Sent Off: None​

SIENA END LOSING STREAK, SHOW POTENTIAL​

Johnson Peoples, siena.ac.it​

pictured: Lam Matteo (AC Siena)​

Siena's five game losing streak, that begun with a 3-1 loss to Napoli, was finally put to rest tonight as the side took care of a struggling Parma side, 2-0.

The match was dominated by the home side from the start, and players like Lam Matteo were imperssive early. Matteo has quickly shined in his short time ever since being picked up on transfer from Napoli in the January transfer window.

The opening goal was not scored by Matteo, but the American did help set up the goal after his strong pursuit of the Parma defenders paid off when Castellini's poor dribbling was punished. Matteo then found an open teammate in Maccarone, who then found an unlikely candidate, the defender Terzi - who's one time shot was not expected by his teammates, let alone the Parma keeper, Pavarini.

Before the keeper knew it, Terzi was already celebrating the opening goal with his teammates.

pictured: Calaio (AC Siena)​

Matteo was part of the second goal as well when his deft touch into space found the run of striker Calaio. The Italian forward sprinted past the defenders before finishing with a cheeky chip over the diving Pavarini.

Oliver Bierhoff's men finally showed some potential to become a top tier team in the Serie A, but the true test will come next week with a red hot Bolgna come into town.

"This was the way we have wanted to play all season. I expect this to be the norm the rest of the way."

Table Position: 16th, 26 pts
Next Match: v Bolgona (Home) - 13th, 32 pts

Standing out​

Is it just me, or should he be captain?

"Things are finally starting to go the right way - and as I said earlier, this is what we needed so badly. I'm ready to play another match already."​

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Finally, wahoo​

The goals are coming

"I am glad I was able to contribute some way today. We needed all three points, but at least we have momentum on our side now. We are definitely going to need it next weekend against fourth place, Inter Milan (at Inter)."​

 

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Serie A: Fixture 27
Inter Milan v AC Siena​

2-0
Samuel 19'
Snjeider 80'
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Caution: Jajalo (Siena)
Sent Off: None​

BIERHOFF CONTENT DESPITE LOSS​

Johnson Peoples, siena.ac.it​

pictured: Samuel (Inter Milan)​

A 2-0 loss was considered a "decent" result at the San Siro to Oliver Bierhoff and the Siena faithful, eve though the club had just started to show a possible triumphant return to their winning ways after a good string of performances.

"I can say comfortably we were not ready for Milan after the Bologna match, there was a lot of effort put into the point we grabbed. Now, our focus turns to Palermo this weekend."

Table Position: 17th, 27 pts
Next Match: v USC Palermo (Home) - 7th, 42 pts

Starting for sure​

A bit surprise on being left out in Milan

"I think I put a good effort against Bologna, and we were lacking some strength in the middle of the park against Inter. The coach is showing some true confidence in me -so this is my shot to prove I can start for the side."​

 

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Matteo Left out?​

Listed as starting, now Matteo on bench

"I thought I had put up a good match couple back, but it seems the boss has other plans. I believe scoring goals will get me more playing time - and in order to do that, I've been wanting to play forward - not central midfield."​

 

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Oh moving again
Matteo opts to leave Italy, where to next?

We haven't updated Matteo in quite a while, there's no true reason, in all honesty there could have been a strike made up - but there wasn't. Actually, Matteo, now 30 years old, has had a pressing issue on his mind - with two options that could define the player's career...

The following options have been offered, and are ready for Matteo to sign on the dotted line.

Option 1:

Offered to be player-manager for Korean side, FC Seoul. The side has recently let go of faithful manager Kim Jong Wan after some questionable photos seeped through the crack and into the hands of Korean free press.

Matteo will be offered a manager's salary, but with a domestic player's bonus (min. $80,000).

Option 2:

Offered to be a manager for MLS side, Kansas City Wizards. This offer would sand if Matteo does in fact decide to retire.

Matteo, as a manger, will be offered $50,000 salary, and also become the youngest manager in charge in the history of the league.



**wanted to let people know, that this is being converted to FIFA 11**


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Wolves sign Matteo as new manager
The golden boy is back
by Mark Schwarzer last updated 1 April 2021

Matteo has put pen to paper in a completely unexpected deal

The saga that is Lam Matteo has continued, but seems to be going backwards as the 30-year old has agreed to terms to be the next Wolverhampton manager, where as just two years ago, the American played on the left wing of this club. Matteo has not officially stated his retirement yet either.

"Things are up in the air for my playing career," states Matteo, "However, I know my role now from a managerial point of view. Win games, and get back to the premiership."

After only coming away with 5 wins last year under Owen Coyle, the critics of Wolves have the impression that Matteo will have worse luck, and there could be a chance they stay in the Championship (npower Champ league) longer than expected.

Nontheless, an exciting bit of news for Wolves faithful. Matteo, who scored 15 goals for Wolves through 2 seasons, has already dived into the transfer market, and just like an attacker would, he has signaled his intent to find the "perfect" forward.

Good luck, Matteo!
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Introduction:

npower Championship
The Teams and expections
by Mark Schwarzer last updated 1 April 2021

Leeds united's long journey back to the Premiership could come true.

Matt10: Considering it is the 2020 season, there has been some changes. Also, for those that do not know, Matteo's journey continues in FIFA 11. It just seems to be a better game, especially now that he's a manager.


npower Champ (1 below the Premiership)

1.Leeds Untied - expected to win the entire thing, a very steady hand by having no other than Bob Bradley (ex-USA coach) to lead them to the top.

2.QPR - they have waffled back and forth throughout the years, but this could be the year.

3.Southampton - the glory days of Pahars could return as the veteran is in his second stint with the club as manager. Who could go wrong with a squad that he has at his disposal.

4.Charlton - always a club that hangs around, but when it matters the most, they lack the mutli goal count that is required to surpass the league leaders.

5.Derby County - same as Charlton, they hang around - but without an established striker who won't get picked up by the bigger clubs, Derby will stay put.

6.Ipswich Town - one of the few clubs that is still considered an underdog despite winning the premiership once in 1961.

7.Millwall - no expectations, they have had their chances, but even the faithful supporters are hoping for a top 10 finish only.

8.Wolverhampton - with debut manager Lam Matteo, the expectation can be to not get relegated. Matteo may have scored plenty for the club, but as a manager, he can't go past that white line.

The rest:

9.Doncaster
10.Portsmouth
11.Norwich City
12.Reading
13.Sheffield utd
14.Watford
15.Burnley
16.Crystal Palace
17.Coventry City
18.Preston
19.Bristol City
20.Blackpool
21.Barnsley
22.Hull City
23.Swansea City
24.Cardiff City

Matt10: I will try my best to update the best I can on the league, there are so many games (great!) so updates will be quick.
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Barclay's Premiership

1. Arsenal
2. Aston Villa
3. Blackburn
4. Bolton
5. Chelsea
6. Everton
7. Liverpool
8. Man. City
9. Man United
10. Middlesbrough
11. Newcastle Utd
12. Nottingham Forest
13. Tottenham
14. West Ham
15. Birmingham City
16. Sunderland
17. West Brom
18. Fulham
19. Stoke City
20. Wigan Ath


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5/20/21
Wolves open window with young loan signing

Transfer Budget: $9,830,400
Rem. Weekly Budget: $68,187

Lam Matteo has started off his campaign by taking hold of the transfer market's youth, signing 20-year old Stefan Roberts to a season long loan, who held great accolades within the Blackburn Rovers academy system.

"Roberts is a player who is well past development," states Matteo, "This is a critical signing for us, and with the strength of the veterans we have on this team - he will flourish."

ST S.Roberts, 20 yrs old, 65 ovr

6/1/21
Keogh released, other aged players

Transfer Budget: $9,830,400
Rem. Weekly Budget: $68,187

Wolves is currently holding the oldest average player in the league. Matteo is swiftly releasing some long time bench warmers; but at this point, noone is clear for safety, most recently 30-year old Andy Keogh.

6/4/21
Guedioura loaned out to Forest

Player: A. Guedioura (32 yrs old, 72 ovr)
Market Value: $21,00
Offered Wages: $21,800

Matteo continues to improve his older squad, loaning out injury plagued Guedioura to premiership side, Nottingham Forest.
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