Manager on Monday - Alkesh Lalji speaks.

Every Monday Alkesh will give his thoughts on the weekend's game.

"Energy was high and there was non stop excitement during this first game for Futera FC, albeit a 'friendly'. There were highs points and lows points during the game. A few mistakes led to a couple of goals for the other Team but the determination of the Futera FC players meant we were able to come back from this even when we were 2 goals down. 

This was the first game for several players on trial who all showed high quality footballing skills needed to become a Futera FC player. In particular, trial player Andy Godman played well in centre midfield creating a balance between his tough tackling and calm composure on the ball. Futera player, Mitch Pengelly showed how destructive he can be whilst running at teams with the ball causing problems for the opposing team. However, several players, including myself did not reach their full footballing potential. This will definitely improve as I have every confidence in my own ability as well as the others who did not quite perform. A special acknowledgement should go out to one of our Virtual Managers 'Gooners'!! who made an astute observation during the game, which led to a tactical change that really helped Futera FC. Well done and I hope you enjoy your reward. Futera FC are very excited for the Season to start next week and we'll look forward to seeing you again then."


Alkesh's Player Ratings


1. Ben Jarvis GK - 8
2. Shabaz Haider RB - 7
3. Andy Hughes CB - 8
4. Alkesh Lalji CB - 6.5
5. Matt Willis LB - 6.5
6. Ray Leigh RM - 6
7. Callum Robert (Trialist) CM - 7
8. Andy Godman (Trialist) CM - 8
9. Mitch Pengalli LM - 9
10. Jack McGill (Trialist) CFR - 7.5
11. James Hughes CFL - 7
12. Rich Leigh (Trialist) sub - 7
13. Dave Moore sub - 8
14. Colin Cunningham (Trialist) sub - 7.5
15. Renan Ramos sub - 7