Something in the Making: Lam Matteo

[Matt10]

West Brom hold on for three points
Johnson Peoples, July 2013

A pathetic showing from the Cottagers as they fall to the last place team in the Premiership, West Bromwich Albion, 2-0 away from Craven Cottage.

"Piss poor," reflected a dejected Danny Murphy, "There was no finishing today - we had our chances - all of them blown."

Blown chances was the theme of the match for Fulham, second half substitute Lam Matteo was the main focal point in seeing chances missed.

"I couldn't shoot away from the keeper today," said Matteo, "He made himself big enough that I would just fail at finding my target. It wasn't a good day."

Despite having an off shooting day - the striker was still one of the better players on the field as he tried to set up Agbonlahor on multiple occasions - one time setting up the forward one-on-one against Volkan, but Agbonlahor would shoot the ball over the goal.

Three losses in a row now for Cottagers, is it too early to be thinking of a change from Ol' Roy?

Next week, Fulham will be hosting Sunderland in the 2nd leg of the Premiership cup. The Cottagers last good performance this season was gainst Sunderland, winning by a good 3-0 margin.
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Standings: Fulham (2-0-3, 6pts -- 16th)

Form: Last five, W-W-L-L-L
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[Matt10]

 

[The Messenger]

This is nice.

 

[Matt10]

Matteo's hat trick lifts Fulham past Stoke with ease
Johnson Peoples, August 2013

After a relatively dry scoring streak this year, Lam Matteo came into today's match against Stoke with nothing but guts and glory. The American striker took home Man of the Match awards as he recorded his second hat trick of his illustrious career with Fulham.

"Yeah, brilliant," said the American, "I had some excellent support throughout the match though. Lazzy (Lazaros) and Gio (Giovinco) supplied some great passes to me - which I was lucky enough to convert."

The win was much needed considering the Cottagers were on a three-match losing streak.

Next week's matchup versus Aston Villa will be a good test to see if Lam Matteo and company can exhibit this type of football again.
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Standings: Fulham (3-0-3, 9pts -- 10th)

Form: Last five, W-L-L-L-W
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[Matt10]

Obertan's match winner sends Cottage in frenzy
Johnson Peoples, August 2013

Aston Villa came into Craven Cottage expecting to at least settle for a point against a resilient Fulham side. Led by a strong midfield, the Cottagers managed to upset the favorites and win 2-1 thanks to Obertan's 77th minute goal.

"I wanted to score an important goal for this team," said the Frenchman, "It has been a dream start for me - but I wanted to really grab a match winner like today."

With the win, the Cottagers move up 4 spots from 10th to 6th.

Next week - Fulham travel to the lair of the Red Devils - Old Trafford - to face Manchester United, who are currently first in the Premiership (fancy that).
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Standings: Fulham (4-0-3, 12pts -- 6th)

Form: Last five, L-L-L-W-W
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[Matt10]

Still enjoying the story. If I had more time I would write one up, but school and lack of computer knowledge for gather pictures would be a negative for the story.

Keep up the good work. Are there any plans for Matteo to move onto another club at any point? Maybe make his way back stateside for an MLS club?

Hey man, you know I'm always here to help you out with the computer knowledge part. I've helped out a few guys in the past.

I think Matteo will eventually move on - just not sure when, I personally love Fulham, but if the big offers start knocking - he might be a-coming.

 

[Matt10]

Sounds good man. If I get some time once the semester slows down at all, which won't be for awhile I'll maybe think about starting one. I already have some ideas going about a story line. Just need the time.

Has Matteo played in national matches at all for the U.S.?

I hear ya there. Matteo has not been called up by the US team just yet.

Come to think of it, he's getting a bit older in the age dept now. Some readers may not remember but in the first page, Johnson Peoples mentions how old Matteo is. When I started this he was 25 - so 17 in the game - so now Matteo is 28.

I know that kind of thing is easy to miss, I actually forgot too. So hopefully a call up soon before he retires.

 

[Matt10]

Johnson Peoples -Fulham FC editor

Down 3-0 at halftime, Alex Ferguson felt that his Red Devils needed to regain what was rightfully theirs; and that was at least a point to take away from their pathetic match against the Cottagers.

Fulham's David Healy was the man of the match as he tore apart the United defense, scoring two goals and almost assisting another. Lam Matteo and Healy, known for their slight lack of chemistry on the field - played well in an aging United defense led by Rio Ferdinand and Gary Neville.

After Man United scored their second goal in the second half thanks to Quagriella (subbed in for Tevez), it was Vidic who would score the match tying goal in the 88th minute - dashing all hope of 3 points from the visitors. The left center back found himself some room off of a corner and sprinted into open space before glancing a header past Riou.

David Healy celebrates one of his goals before United performed their pre-destined comeback.

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Standings: Fulham (4-1-3, 13pts -- 6th)

Form: Last five, L-L-W-W-D

Next Match: v West Ham (12 pts -- 7th)
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[Matt10]

*live match played, scoreboard updated every goal (in same post)

FIXTURE 9

9' Bullard is in the right place at the right time when Matteo's close effort was blocked.

13' After Matteo finds the ball from Giovinco down the sidelines, he places a perfect pass to Lazaros - who easily buries the ball in the back of the net from 5 yards away.

HALFTIME Fulham look to be in control of this one at the half. Matteo looks a bit fatigued - will he be able to go the full 90? The second half starts now.

59' Giovinco's corner kick meets the head of Lazaros - his second goal of the match! West Ham have no answer!

77' Substitution, Fulham - Lam Matteo out, Kamara in. Matteo has done his part today grabbing an assist earlier in Lazaros' first goal. There were goals to be had for the American - but his shooting boots seemed to have been misplaced.

FULL TIME The Hammers had no such luck, only 3 shots on target, against a powerful and poised defense. Fulham win 3-0 at home today, a great victory over a team like West Ham will only build confidence into the next week's match versus Newcastle.

 

[kyhadley]

live!?!

what innovation!!

 

[Matt10]

live!?!

what innovation!!

all so i don't have to write a big write-up

 

[kyhadley]

(shouldn't it say 2?) :tongue:

 

[Matt10]

Gabby Agbonlahor's tying goal sent a frenzy to the few Fulham supporters as the Cottagers tamed a very powerful Newcastle side.

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Form: Last five, L-W-W-D-D

Next Match: at Arsenal (18 pts -- 5th)
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[Matt10]

Nope, it's the nature of the game (PES) to have a sense of 'comeback' mode, but I've learned to deal with it because BAL mode is still addicting.

Lack of updates is due to lack of TV Tuner card compatibility with my new computer that has Vista. So, hopefully I'll be able to get an update soon - probably Wednesday.

 

[Matt10]

Holy $hit dude, now I want to shut down my baseball chise and go play some FUTBOL! Awesome stuff, I had no idea you had this posted until I read your response on the franchise thread. Hey, is Fulham's real stadium in the game?

BH

hey man - sadly no the game doesn't have that many stadiums. if pes09 was better, i'd get the PC version due to customization.

I think I might update this tonight - going to load the ol BAL up and see waht hpappens

 

[Matt10]

 

[Matt10]

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[kyhadley]

like the new temp.

 

[Matt10]

Also liking the new layout.

Have a question for you, how many of the games do you play yourself and how many do you sim? I'm thinking about maybe firing up one of these now that the school year is over and I'll have some free time. I want to get through as much as possible so I can maybe get to an English team, either EPL or Coca Cola Championship team.

I play all the games Matteo is in. His stock goes down if I sim past the games he is either a sub or starter in.

I wish there was a more defined ML in BAL mode, but the fact there is no relegation is kind of a drag. Eitherway, still having a blast - Fulham had a good win for once.

 

[kyhadley]

Get out of Fulham!














Seriously, get out of Fulham.