I know this might seem counterintuitive but one of the things I set out to do with this blog was to post things that people who don’t know anything about AWFC and/or that don’t care too much about football, could appreciate and understand. I might or might not have been able to accomplish that yet.
Unforgettable sporting days like today make it hard to NOT talk about the football we just saw but I’m gonna try anyway.
Going into this game I was quite optimistic to be fair. The reason? Well, I was clear about what my expectations were, which I think is paramount to actually enjoying (or not) any football match. I was absolutely aware of the injuries coupled with the uncertainty of what the lineup would be, changes during the match, potential substitutions and so on.I thought to myself that a draw or a single goal defeat would be incredible and that the return leg at home could be one of those magical nights where anything could happen.
I’ll dissect the game on the podcast Monday morning to the best of my abilities but some things stood out that I feel are worth mentioning.
Jen was involved in a horrible mistake that on another day, perhaps even at full strength, would’ve just shut the team down and cost us BIG TIME. However, she picked herself up, showed true meddle and leadership and kept us tight at the back against a great forward line. She ended up winning the POTM award and I’m all about that. Not every POTM has to be a goal scorer… why not reward people from overcoming a mistake? for showing mental fortitude?
Another thing I have to mention is how Noelle Maritz has absolutely won me over. Laura had been playing for her a few matches, as you know, but her recent performances at left back have been great and today she was incredible.
The second goal was one of those *Chef’s Kiss* moments when I’m painfully reminded that I know absolutely NOTHING about football… LWB passed to Pelova who then passes to Stina to score.
I would’ve not started LWB or Pelova yet here we are.
2-2 is a FANTASTIC result and I’m extremely proud of this team.
How could you not?
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