Sunday, January 29, 2006

Match Report - West Ken Kings v Loko

Sunday 29th January 2006
Barnesalona Cup

West Ken Kings 6 v Lokomotiv Londres FC 1



In case you’d forgotten, Loko actually played in a game of football on Sunday, in which they received a solid drubbing. Let’s not kid ourselves, though: this was all about the glorious return of Loko legend Steve ‘goal’ Whitely, who must certainly be our all time top scorer although there are no records to prove it. In the event Steve generously volunteered to go in goal, sparing Ismail and Mark, and immediately stamped his authority on the team with a stern speech before kick off:

“I don’t want no messing about; when I tell you where you should be, you go there. Nobody shouts ‘keeper!’ except me. Full backs, when I’ve got the ball you should be there immediately giving me the option. If I throw the ball out of play cos you’re not there, then that’s your fault.”

This proved to be something of a theme. Steve was to teach the Loko defence and midfield a lesson they wouldn’t forget in a hurry. For the record, the rest of the team was made up as follows: Rohan, Paul, Pete and Ivan in defence, Mark, Doug, Dale and Ismail in midfield and Roger and James up front.

The game was soon over as a contest. WKK cut through the Loko midfield like a knife through... well, air. Kings scored two goals after about ten minutes, the first driven into the top corner from the edge of the area, the second placed low past Steve as the Loko defence stood still as statues. Fair enough - we deserved it.

However Steve decided to give the railwaytimetablemen a wake-up call. With about fifteen minutes to half time, a WKK player won the ball in midfield and struck a tame shot straight at the big man. Steve, furious at the cheap surrender of possession, jumped nimbly to one side and tickled the ball under the chin as it purred comfortably over the line – not even reaching the back of the net. ‘That’ll learn ya!’ he cried, ‘got to be cruel to be kind!’.

It seemed though that his words were not fully heeded. Not five minutes later, a long ball bounced through into the Loko box; Paul believed he had done enough when he shepherded it into the falling Steve Whitely’s hands. Once again though Steve was upset, this time that a bouncing ball had come straight through. ‘Got to get your head on that Paul!’ he shouted, as he rolled the ball gently to the WKK forward. Paul, believing his job to be done, was jogging away, but on hearing the shout he turned just in time to see the King tapping the ball into the empty net. As the captain fell to his knees with his face screwed up in anguish I was reminded of the film ‘Platoon’ by Oliver Stone.

As half time approached Loko still seemed to be at a low ebb. Steve whistled over to Jules and signaled that he needed to get out on the pitch to bang some heads together in his customary manner. Mark sportingly agreed to take on the unenviable task of filling the void left by Steve between the sticks, and James dropped to right wing to allow Steve some room in attack. The remainder of the half passed without incident.

Half-Time West Ken Kings 4 v Loko 0

At half time the central midfield pairing of Doug and Dale was replaced by Jules and Adrian. Paul Kelly replaced the furious Steve Whitely, to whom all the players apologised before retaking the field. Kelly went to right mid shunting James back up into attack.

Loko played much better in the second half. Jules did well in midfield and Roger and Pete put in great performances. WKK had clearly taken their foot off the gas, allowing Loko much more time on the ball. Of course the boys still managed to lose the half 2-1; Mark couldn’t quite hold a cross and the ball bounced off a King’s player’s arse and in for 5-0; the sixth was about five metres offside.

Loko’s consolation was the best goal of the game, as Roger (pictured top) dribbled three players down the left before hoisting the ball high into the net in the manner reminiscent of Alan Giant.

So it ended 6-1. Lucky it was in the cup. Next week…. West Ken Kings! Beware the wrath of Steve!

Final Score West Ken Kings 6 v Loko 1

Manager Julian Milne's comments:

"The first half was probably as poor a display as I have witnessed since taking over in the summer. Although a couple of weak goals from individual errors lent the scoreline an even more punitive edge, nothing can alter the fact that the overall performance was unacceptable. Issues of fitness, attitude and commitment need to be addressed and changes will be made before the upcoming rematch with WKK on Sunday.

The second half was an improvement and showed that we can match the table toppers if we apply ourselves in certain areas. Sunday's game is one that I feel confident we can take something from."

Team Line Up
1. Steve W
2. Rohan
3. Ivan
4. Paul D (c)
5. Pete
6. Doug
7. Mark
8. Dale
9. James
10. Roger
11. Ismail
12. Adrian (Replaced Doug 45 Minute)
13. Julian (Replaced Dale 45 Minute)
14. Paul K (Replaced Steve W 45 Minute)

Goals:
Roger (1)
80th Minute - Roger ran down the left wing, turning three men inside out before rifling a left foot drive into the keepers top right corner of the net.

Match Report provided by Rohan Tesh.

Friday, January 27, 2006

Mark Unhappy With Hendrix Match Report

BREAKING NEWS!!!

Mark Bullock, aged 31 and from Waterloo, London was extremely upset this morning at accusations by journalist extrodinaire Rohan Tesh.

It was alleged in the Match Report dated 22nd January 2006, titled Hendrix FC v Loko, that:

"Loko didn’t relax immediately after the second goal; no, that error happened later. They pushed for a third, and a great chance went begging after Mark, requiring only to beat the keeper from two yards, tripped over a wah-wah pedal that one of the opposition had dropped and scuffed the ball into the keeper’s arms."

Mr Bullock emailed the editor of Lokomotiv Londres FC News this morning and made a complete tit out of himself, claiming he was up-ended from behind (Ed: yeah, right!) and that no one ever mentioned his great touch's (Ed: I'm laughing so hard I could cry!).

His full response was as follows:

"Not sure about the chance at Goal.

As no one noticed I was up-ended from behind as I shot the ball slightly putting me off my shot...

Everyone misses the small things like - 'Mark taking a high ball down under his foot from Ismail turning and feeding Roger in midfield in one fluent movement.'

'Mark flicking down a perfectly weighted ball for James to hit on the half-volley but he scuffed the shot'


They always remember the misses! (Ed: Because there are so many to remember!)

'Mark twisting a player making a brillant left-foot cross and narrowly being intercepted by the keeper'

'Mark with the outside of his boot crossing a inch perfect cross to Nick on the left wing'

'Mark moaning as usual about his back, having to be Substituted and moaning some more about running all over the place'

ha ha"


Mark my good friend, I think we all definately agree on your last point.

Further, it it anticipated that Rohan Tesh was today bracing himself for a libel action in the civil courts. More to follow shortly.

Wednesday, January 25, 2006

Player Profile: Mark Bullock

Name: Mark Bullock
Age: 31
Position: Att Mid C / Att RCL


Q. What scared you most as a child?
A. The witch in Chorton and the Wheelies.

Q. Who did you support as a child and who were you favourite players?
A. Spurs - Glenn Hoddle and Kenny Daglish (though of course he was playing for Liverpool)

Q.What's the funniest thing that has happened to you during a match?
A. Shouting at a Ref and calling him a deaf bastard then being sent off because he had a hearing aid.

Q. What's the worst thing anyone has ever done or said to you?
A. In a match or life in general?
In a match - My Old Headmaster said in a match 'My granny can do better than you Bullock!'
In life - my ex-wife telling me she was having an affair with a guy called Mark - my reply was 'Well least you didn't get confused in bed.' Then of course I divorced her!

Q. What makes you laugh and why?
A. My life - it constantly throws up things and I never take any of them too seriously.

Q. What talent do you wish you had?
A. To travel in time so I could make a fortune!

Q. What is your best physical feature?
A. My gorgeous brown eyes OR the girls like my sexy footballing legs.

Q. What do you most dislike about your physical apperance?
A. My teeth could have done with not having a football boot in them when I was 14.

Q. How do you think other people see you?
A. Off-Pitch - Funny, Charming, Witty, Warm and generous /On-Pitch - Loud, Annoying, Moany, Moody.

Q. And how do you see yourself?
A. Generous, Witty, Charming and completely distant from reality.

Q. What do you consider your biggest attribute as a player?
A. Always being first at the ground 'cause my train times are annoying OR Pace and Finishing (though i'm yet to prove that to the post 03/04 team.)

Q. What is your favourite way of relaxing?
A. Red Wine, Food and a DVD.

Q. Who do you knock around with from Loko and why?
A. Not done much other than holiday - though Andy and Dale were a good laugh on last Tournoi.

Thanks to Mark, and another profile will follow shortly.

Sunday, January 22, 2006

Match Report - Hendrix FC v Loko

Sunday 22nd January 2006
Barnesalona League

Hendrix FC 2 v Lokomotiv Londres FC 2


Well that’s that. Having failed to put Barnes to the sword last week Loko again failed to make late pressure count, this time against the jazzily rebranded ‘Hendrix FC’, formerly plain old Hendricks Gin.

Another draw meant that, despite stretching their unbeaten run to six league games, Loko’s title challenge died a cold January death. It seems that Loko are unable to play for 90 minutes; last week they only started playing at 3-1 down whereas this week they shamefully let slip a 2-0 lead. The steam engine boys finished strongly and came agonizingly close to a winner, but should have been well clear by that stage.

With Pete out following an eye injury sustained last week against Barnes, and both Ivan and Christophe absent, the team lined up with Rohan, Jules, Paul and Doug in a make-do-and-mend back four in front of keeper Ismail. Roger and Dale picked up from where they left off in centre mid, with Dave and Nick as wingers. Mark and James began the match in attack, with Paul Kelly and Stefan warming the bench. Club captain Paul pulled on the armband, the rotating captaincy having done the rounds.

The match began on pitch two with its wild slope and goose shit, under the warming rays of the new rising sun. Paul, having won the toss, elected to play uphill in the first half. Loko started reasonably well, passing brightly and getting the tackles in early. Ginsters pies, buoyed by their draw with WKK the week before, revealed themselves as a workmanlike, physical side. They came rumbling down the hill like boulders while the Loko players, not the leanest bunch of machines themselves, darted in and out like meerkats at play.

Honourable mention goes to Doug, who did sterling work filling in at left-back, and even managed to initiate several attacks with his outside-of-the-boot passes down the line.



Loko quickly accelerated, or powered if you will, into a two-nil lead. Both goals resulted from slick passing play originating from midfield; Mark and James sowed seeds of panic in the Hendrix defence, allowing first Nick (pictured above) and then Roger, to pounce on loose balls in the area and slot them low past the static keeper. Dale had a hand in Roger’s goal, knocking his two bodyguards to the ground and squaring the ball to the rejuvenated dynamo.

Loko didn’t relax immediately after the second goal; no, that error happened later. They pushed for a third, and a great chance went begging after Mark, requiring only to beat the keeper from two yards, tripped over a wah-wah pedal that one of the opposition had dropped and scuffed the ball into the keeper’s arms.

Then, and only then, did the Loko players relax. Hendrix got themselves back in the match when a through ball split the centre halves; the centre forward ran onto it from an offside position and finished well past Ismail. The keeper planted the ball down to take the free kick but it turned out that the ref had given the goal. The remainder of the half finished without incident, save for when the Hendrix drummer threw his sticks in the air and one hit Steve Whitely on the head. Steve confiscated it and Hendrix were forced to play the second half bereft of percussion.


Half-time Hendrix FC 1 v Loko 2

Jules had to shout his half-time team talk to make himself heard over the Hendrix jamming. “Listen boys,” he yelled, “I been standin’ next to a mountain, and I chop it down with the edge of mah hand. Now get out there and beat those pups.” Stefan replaced Mark who had pulled a muscle in his leg. Loko really, really should have polished off the rockers in the second half, playing downhill. However they showed greater determination and lady luck smiled upon them.

Despite another bright start and a couple of corners, Loko lost their grip on the lead when an innocent floated cross somehow eluded the attentions of three Loko defenders and the lone striker planted a firm cross-goal header past a justly furious Ismail. “No excuses”, we said at the time, although it later transpired that Paul had found an abandoned, still-smoking spliff by the goal and had been passing it around the Loko back line.

The second half flew by with Loko pushing all the time to regain the lead and Hendrix trying to counter. Ismail made some great saves from corners and Jules won countless headers. In a freakish natural disaster it transpired that Dale’s head was magnetically attracted to his counterpart in the Ginsters midfield. We feared the worst as they landed heavily but luckily only some cheap recording equipment was damaged. Roger had his own bout of fisticuffs with the bassist, but on closer inspection it was only handbags. Paul Kelly replaced Dougie at left back, and Jules and Nick swapped places.

Late on Loko had two golden opportunities to win the game. Dale, bounding through like a Labrador, pushed the ball past the keeper; it looked as if he’d gone too far wide but he managed to turn the ball goalwards, only to see it bounce off the post. Then, with only a couple of minutes left to play, Roger crowdsurfed up at the far post to nod a corner back across the goal to Stefan, who somehow failed to divert it past the keeper.

The final whistle blew and the Loko players trudged off the pitch. Jules wasn’t too downhearted, but it was gutting - the cheers of hundreds of groupies rubbed salt into the wound. There was a silver lining, though – the players enjoyed a vigorous warm-down, and all agreed it was brilliant fun and made up for not winning.

Final Score Hendrix FC 2 v Loko 2

Manager Julian Milne's comments:

"Everyone seemed slightly downbeat after this match and letting go of a two-nil lead was certainly hard to take. We played some of our best football of the season in the first twenty minutes with Mark, Nick and James passing the ball well and providing plenty of options for Dale and Roger in midfield. As the game wore on, however, it became increasingly physical and we started to lose some of our energy. We were torn out of shape and they increasingly found time and space on the ball between our midfield and the back four. This issue was addressed but only once they had pegged us back to two all.

We perhaps have to look as a team at the way we react to being in the lead in a game and compare it to how we play when we are trailing. I don’t think it is coincidence that we have drawn our last three games (in a league where few games are drawn) and perhaps the reasons are psychological as well as physical. We sometimes seem to play with more freedom when we are behind and either lack the belief that we can hold on to a lead or simply take our foot of the gas when we have a two goal cushion.


If we examine the last two games certain things are evident. Against Hendrix our attitude clearly altered after the second goal and we were second best until they equalised. We then picked things up again and created a couple of golden chances that could have sealed all three points. Against Barnes we battered them after half time (when we knew we had nothing to lose) but then relaxed at 3-3 and had only a solitary strike from Andreas to show in the last twenty minutes. I think the point to be made here is that we need to address the issue of why we only play to our potential for periods of a match (and generally only when we feel the situation demands it) and not for the entire ninety minutes.

There are clear positives to be taken as well. We are six matches unbeaten in the league now and back into fifth place ahead of Barnes and Auckland. We are just 6 points behind SW6 with a game in hand and as such are still leading the peloton trying to break into the top 4. All the games are competitive and exciting and we are becoming difficult to beat. The important thing is to enjoy our football whilst at the same time trying to improve our game in areas that will give us the edge in a lot of very tight matches.

Man of the Match: Ismail – another good performance with some fine saves."


Team Line Up
1. Ismail
2. Rohan
3. Doug
4. Julian
5. Paul D (c)
6. Roger
7. Dave
8. Dale
9. Mark
10. James
11. Nick
12. Paul K (Replaced Doug 70 Minutes)
13. Stefan (Replaced Mark 45 Minutes)

Goals:
Nick (1)
10th Minute - Nick ran on to the ball and hit it low under the keepers right hand in the bottom right corner.
Roger (1)
20th Minute - A slick five man move ended with Roger turning his man and hammering it under the keeper.

Match Report provided by Rohan Tesh.

Wednesday, January 18, 2006

Captain's Corner - January 2006 (2nd Edition)

This is Paul Dwinfour's mid-January usual installment:

"As we know, it can be difficult to get fully back into the swing of things in the New Year after the break but I think we've done well judging by the determination shown in the second half against Barnes. That comeback was another demonstration of the improved belief we have as a team.



We really do have it within us to maintain a top half position in the league and pulling off good results against higher placed teams, that in turn could push us into the top 3 or 4. At the same time, the last match showed how opposition teams in this league are likely to punish mistakes or take control if our approach is in any way slack.

It's up to all of us to make sure that as a team we are up for it and ready for the challenge in every game, from the kick off.

From now on every game is a big game because of the position that we have, we could go either way, we really should go up. Let's keep it going guys, let's not take anything for granted."

Sunday, January 15, 2006

Match Report - Loko v Barnes

Sunday 15th January 2006
Barnesalona League

Lokomotiv Londres FC 3 v Barnes 3

Even their fiercest critics were forced to concede that Loko had the eye of the tiger on Sunday as they battled back from 3-1 down to earn a point against Barnes. Everyone had been looking forward to this match, the fourth between these sides this season, and, as usual, it didn’t disappoint. An intensely physical, hard fought yet fair encounter produced a thrilling draw, with both sides leaving the field thinking ‘how did we not win that?’

Loko lined up with Mark in goal (well done Sir!) and Rohan, Dale, Paul and Ivan in defence. A flexible 4-5-1 formation saw Doug, Ismail and James start in the centre with Dave and Nick as the wide men. Andreas was the lone striker. Pete, fresh off the plane from Ireland, sat on the bench with Roger and Christophe, picking the shamrocks out of his hair.


(Scorers left to right, Dale and Dave)

The match began under an overcast sky; the gloomy atmosphere was compounded by the loneliness of the afternoon kick off. There was very little skill on display in the opening period, and throughout the first half Barnes performed an effective demolition job on the Loko midfield. It was an ugly spectacle that brought to mind a small bulldog chewing on bees.

Barnes deservedly took the lead when a free kick was floated over from the right, dropping right in front of the goal. The Loko defence fell apart in the manner of a tissue in a washing machine and the Barnes man was left with a simple finish. Loko showed a little more resolve after this, and managed to claw their way back into the game. Barnes, having been torn apart by Andreas twice already this season, were taking no chances; whenever the ball was played into his favourite channel three defenders were all over the Swedish giant like ants on a bear. Dave and Nick, having to support the defence, were unable to get close enough to help.

Loko pulled level on the half hour mark after a period of sustained pressure, which had culminated in Barnes giving away a free kick right on the edge of the box. Dave stepped up and thrashed it past the wall and into the far left of the goal, adding to his already impressive portfolio of spectacular goals for Loko. For some reason though, the cheers from the Loko players sounded more like grumbled agreement in the House of Commons. BleEeeaeryhEaeeeah….

In any case parity was short-lived. A Barnes player charged down Dale’s clearance; the ball rebounded off the attacker’s hand and into his path, leaving him with time to pass the ball coolly past Mark into the far corner. Ball to hand, he claimed – I got the impression that Dale didn’t see it that way. However, even if it had been ball to hand, it had a major bearing on the match. Trust me - it went into the Loko book of grudges. In Dale’s handwriting.

So Loko kicked off again, and were under pressure again. A Barnes free kick was looped in on target but Rohan headed it off the line. In order to put Barnes off their game, Loko rotated their goal kick takers, with Mark, Rohan and Dale all taking turns.

However Barnes, having appropriated our warm up routine, are now wise to our other ruses, and they duly scored again. This time it was a corner that led to another goalmouth scramble, this one buried by the captain. Loko went in at half time on a bit of a downer.

Half-Time Loko 1 v Barnes 3

At the break Jules rallied his troops and made wholesale changes. Christophe replaced Ivan at left back, and Roger came on for James in the centre. Pete also came on, taking up the centre half slot alongside Paul – which allowed Dale to push up into midfield. Doug made way. Jules was quite calm in the circumstances. He pointed out that we were playing like a bunch of girls, and basically reminded us that the fate of our season depended on our attitude during this and the next few games. I thought I detected a steely glint in some of the players’ eyes, but I may have imagined it. Perhaps more of a dull leaden hue.

The players seemed to have listened to their manager though, as they immediately launched an assault on the Barnes goal, which they proceeded to sustain until the final whistle. The difference, once Roger and Dale were running the show in midfield, was marked. Barnes were restricted to attacks on the break, and they rarely threatened.

Dale took a moment’s break from knocking heads together to consult the book of grudges; he stumbled upon a recent entry in a familiar hand, double checked to make sure, then pulled on his shooting boots with a grim smile.

His first move was from a long throw from Dave. The ball was flicked on into the box and Dale, somehow finding himself in acres of space in the six-yard box, wrapped his head round the bladder and sent it looping over the keeper into the top corner. First blood Dale! Not five minutes later he was at it again! A free kick was sent over from the right, Andreas won the first header, the keeper missed his interception and Dale, having lost his man in the woods, popped up to volley home at the near post. This brace from the midfield maestro meant he once again overhauled Dave in the race for second place in the scoring charts.

At this stage, with over half an hour still to play, it looked as if Loko would go on to claim all three points. Barnes looked dangerous at times, but just lacked that Richard Paquette (ex-QPR striker for those of you not in the know!!!) pace to take them away from the Loko back line, which, with Pete and Christophe, looked leaner than I’ve seen it for quite some time. Twice they went clear; the big man Neil blasted one effort wide, and Mark just got enough on the second to allow Rohan to clear it away.

Meanwhile Loko battered away at the Barn doors, with Roger, Nick, Dave and Ismail making the most of Dales’ headers and the space behind both full backs. As a result of this Andreas had a bit more room to play in. He fashioned for himself Loko’s best chance of a winner when he wriggled through the Barnes defence and shot hard and low with the outside of his boot towards the bottom corner, but Alan produced the save of the match to divert it wide.

When the match ended Loko were disappointed not to have put Barnes to bed, but on the balance of play a draw was a fair result. Next up it’s Hendrix I think. Fresh quarry! Let’s all be on time eh lads?

Final Score Loko 3 v Barnes 3

Manager Julian Milne's comments:

"We left ourselves an uphill battle after a poor first half. With Pete still on his way back from Ireland Dale had to drop into the back four which in turn left us with a lightweight midfield. In what was to be a physical encounter, Barnes did more of the harrying and got in our faces, their pressure pushing the wide men back and leaving Andreas isolated. This made it difficult on a poor surface for us to pass our way out of trouble and at times we didn’t properly clear our lines.

The second half was much better, in particular the players’ attitude which was spot on. I have in the past bemoaned our lack of vocal encouragement and unity but certainly things seem to be improving. Mark’s presence in goal and communication set the whole team off and we played with authority and character. Let’s not slip back into old habits and ensure this becomes the template for the rest of the season.

Dale epitomised this and his two goals capped off a commanding display. But there were strong performances throughout and I thought Paul Dwinfour was outstanding. If we can play for the rest of the season like we did in that second half then we can probably go further than most people realise. That is now five matches unbeaten in the league and hopefully the players are as determined as I am to extend that run.


Man of the Match: Dale"

Team Line Up
1. Mark
2. Rohan
3. Ivan
4. Dale
5. Paul D
6. Doug
7. Dave
8. James
9. Ismail
10. Andreas (c)
11. Nick
12. Christophe (Replaced Ivan 45 Minutes)
13. Roger (Replaced Doug 45 Minutes)
14. Pete (Replaced James 45 Minutes)

Goals:
Dave (1)
30th Minute - A great free kick powered through a crowded area into the back of the net.
Dale (2)
55th Minute - A long throw by Dave was flicked over the keeper into the far corner of the net by the head of Dale.
60th - A right side free kick was swung over and Andreas won the first header, the keeper could only parry the ball into Dale's path and he volleyed home from five yards.

Match Report provided by Rohan Tesh.

Sunday, January 08, 2006

Match Report - Loko v South Auckland Rangers

Sunday 8th January 2006
Barnesalona Cup

Lokomotiv Londres FC 2 v South Auckland Rangers 0 (Loko Win by Auckland Default)

What was expected to be a close and competitive game ended with a friendly match between Loko and a mix of Auckland and Loko players, due to Auckland only being able to field six players to start and seven to end the match.

Loko were given the 2-0 win by Auckland before the game and a ten-a-side friendly match took place whereby the Loko originals beat the mixed team by 6-4. The best goal of the game being a thunderous drive by Dale into the top of the net from fully 25 yards.

Next up is Barnes in the League and the boys will have to be on form to combat the strength and battling qualities that Barnes possess.

Match Report by Dale Mellor

Wednesday, January 04, 2006

Captain's Corner - January 2006 (1st Edition)

This is Captain Paul Dwinfour's missed December, start of January installment:

"Forwards we go into 2006 full of hope for a successful second part of the season. I genuinely believe we have good reason to be optimistic provided we can pick up where we left off pre-Christmas in terms of form and endeavour.

The 3-2 loss to WKK in our last game of 2005 was unfortunate and we rightly felt disappointed, but when you consider that WKK are consistently one of the strongest sides in the league and are currently joint league leaders then you realise how far we’ve come in terms of our own expectations.



As always, it’s important for us to remain focused for and throughout each game. If we maintain our commitment so will we maintain every prospect of continuing to do well and finishing in the top half of the league. We’ve some tough games to come and results will have to be earned, but let there be no doubt in any of our minds what we are capable of.

Particularly pleasing in recent matches has been the display of skill and resolve from the team despite player unavailability. The 3-3 draw with Munchen was an extremely encouraging, positive performance epitomising the spirit that will carry us through to real success. It’s important for us to try our best in every game.

A number of delights and successes were experienced through 2005 including a trip to Sheffield, the Tournoi event in Spain and the completion of a satisfactory first full season in the Barnesalona league. Let’s look forward to even more fun and success in 2006."

Sunday, January 01, 2006

January Fixtures 2006

Sunday 1st January 2006

No game as it is New Years Day.

Sunday 8th January 2006
Barnesalona Cup
Barnes Common
Lokomotiv Londres FC v South Auckland Rangers

Result: Won 2-0 (Due to Auckland Default.)

Sunday 15th January 2006
Barnesalona League
Pitch 1
Lokomotiv Londres FC v Barnes

Result: Drew 3-3

Sunday 22nd January 2006
Barnesalona League
Pitch 2
Hendrix FC v Lokomotiv Londres FC

Result: Drew 2-2

Sunday 29th January 2006
Barnesalona Cup
Pitch 2
West Ken Kings v Lokomotiv Londres FC

Result: Lost 6-1

Happy New Year 2006!

We wish you all a very happy, prosperus and successful New Year in 2006!