ironcub14 Posted April 17, 2014 Share Posted April 17, 2014 Perhaps we could start a thread specifically for the fixtures and the results of the season, and use the general thread to discuss all things non-match related. If the mods feel this is repetitive, please feel free to delete! I'll start off the topic with a re-post of some of the season previews from the OFFC general thread. Here are some of the season previews for OFFC that I've read. We've also shared them on the Bytown Boys' Facebook page and group as well. I agree that Chris Hofley has been excellent in his coverage for the Sun. Canadian Soccer News, The11.ca and Soccer Newsday has also had good coverage, as well as the 3 or 4 blogs I've seen so far (BlogFuryFC, Ours is the Fury, Flashes of Fury...) RedNation Online: http://www.rednation...sonpreview.aspx (season preview of OFFC) RedNation Online: http://www.rednation...sonpreview.aspx (NASL season preview of all 10 clubs) NASL/OFFC: http://www.ottawafur...14#.U0A8B_ldU1I (Preview of OFFC and Indy Eleven) BlogFuryFC: http://blogfuryfc.wo...4/06/furygame1/ (preview of match vs Fort Lauderdale) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 17, 2014 Author Share Posted April 17, 2014 One more post from the general thread, this one on Matchday 1. Here are a few articles from our NASL debut, a 2-0 loss at Fort Lauderdale. My quick thoughts on the game are that we made some good passes and touches in the middle of the park, but lacked the killer dribble or pass or instinct in the final third of the pitch. We controlled the ball and had 65% of the possession and a greater number of chances, which will manifest itself in more positive results throughout the season, but the team was warned by Coach Dos Santos about the threat of the Strikers' counter attacks at HT and yet broke down badly during one such move. Overall, a great experience for Ottawa footy fans to see this day, and I hope the domination of possession that Coach favours will result in clearer chances in front of our home crowd next week. NASL: http://www.nasl.com/...-0#.U0o7h5K9KSM OFFC: http://www.ottawafur...le#.U0o9kJK9KSN Ottawa Sun: http://www.ottawasun...erdale-strikers CDN Soccer News: http://www.canadians...ury-FC-fall-2-0 BlogFuryFC: http://blogfuryfc.wordpress.com/2014/04/15/fury-strikers-game-recap/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 17, 2014 Author Share Posted April 17, 2014 Looking forward to Matchday 2 vs. Minnesota United, OFFC announced on their Twitter that Tommy Heinemann has been ruled out for 4-6 additional weeks with a high ankle sprain. He looked great as a focal point for our attack as the target man during pre-season, hope his recovery goes well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 17, 2014 Author Share Posted April 17, 2014 Watched the game vs. Fort Lauderdale again last night and wanted to post a couple quick points. Will try to point out the positives here, and you can infer the negatives. My observations, sprinkled with good comments and blogs I read throughout the week from others. GK and D: Great assured keeping from Gorrick. Great distribution from Trafford, good defending from Jarun and Beckie. Great touches from Maykon in the 1st half. In the 2nd half, the Strikers attacked our left flank with long balls and through balls and attacked our right flank with overlaps, and they had more chances, particularly in the first 15 minutes. M: Looked great, the strongest unit in the team during the game, with Ubi showing good dribbling and playmaking, and Paterson and Ryan showing good passing and touches throughout the game. Struggled with a couple of the long passes because of the strong wind in the 2nd half. F: Looked good in the 1st half, but not as much in the 2nd half. 1st half saw some very good interchanges and one-two's. 2nd half saw some passive crosses, as opposed to the much more dangerous crosses that Fort Lauderdale whipped in. Would be great to see a stronger presence up front in the middle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrock Posted April 18, 2014 Share Posted April 18, 2014 Yeah defense looked pretty good, except when they needed to defend, like with the first goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trillium Posted April 18, 2014 Share Posted April 18, 2014 I keep thinking Omar.... is not the answer in Centre Back ... will have to watch in the opening game to get a better sense of it but he looks slow... and at times does not have a lot smoothness in how he handles the ball, it could be just a false impression because of his size.... its the old Bobby Smith ... from 67s hockey huge guy in his time but looked so slow ...when he in fact was not. But on a more important topic will there be beer sales on Saturday ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 18, 2014 Author Share Posted April 18, 2014 Like I said, you can infer my negatives from the lack of positives I pointed out, for the defenders for example. One of the defenders did not look great defending at all, and one of the defenders did not look very comfortable with the ball at all. Defensively only, I thought Jarun was the strongest of the back four. I heard there was beer sales at the game, but the Bytown Boys, we will be pre-drinking (hard) at the Georgie, 1159 Bank St Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 18, 2014 Author Share Posted April 18, 2014 Preview of NASL Matchday 2: vs. Minnesota United OFFC: http://www.ottawafuryfc.com/news/detail/uuid/1vmpl9r2izdm31sgtzeuvi8jdd/match-preview-ottawa-fury-fc-vs-minnesota-united-fc#.U1GSnCm9Kc3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 19, 2014 Author Share Posted April 19, 2014 More previews of NASL Matchday 2: MLS: http://soc.cr/vWeh0 or http://m.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2014/04/18/building-soccer-pyramid-ottawa-fury-embrace-first-nasl-season-hope-feed-canm Ottawa Sun: http://m.ottawasun.com/2014/04/18/ottawa-fury-fc-running-into-injury-problems?token=f376ef514f578c00b5720c0aa3880f74 With Heinemann, Paterson and Ubiparipovic out for today's match, this article gives a possible starting lineup as Gorrick - Defense - Donatelli, Ryan - Davies, Minatel, Mayard - Vini Dantas in a 4-2-3-1 instead of 4-3-3. However, I am going to guess that Coach Dos Santos may stick with 4-3-3 with a Donatelli-Ryan-Minatel mid, or a Donatelli-Ryan-Davies mid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 Some recaps so far on the NASL Matchday 2 vs. Minnesota United My two quick cents on the match was that the play on the pitch and the atmosphere in the stands were the best I have ever seen in the city. The boys came out to play despite the key injuries, and we could see how the players ran themselves to the ground, and it was a heartbreaking goal to concede at the end of stoppage time. We did concede significant possession and chances to Minnesota in the 2nd half. Here's to hoping the boys come back strong for the V Cup game on Wednesday. A big congrats to Vini Dantas, the 50th minute will always be his to us. OFFC: http://www.ottawafuryfc.com/news/detail/uuid/17v0zu46jrre91o3qhub9a0dtd/minnesota-united-steal-late-victory-with-97th-minute-winner#.U1PBzSm9Kc0 OFFC: http://www.ottawafuryfc.com/news/detail/uuid/z59nfz1alm7l124gq1h71ag93/history-made-at-carleton-university-in-front-of-sellout-crowd#.U1PCASm9Kc0 NASL: http://www.nasl.com/article/uuid/15wjtih16wpy91catwccjvr6x8/ottawa-fury-1-minnesota-united-2#.U1L7McZ-rWE Ottawa Sun: http://www.ottawasun.com/2014/04/19/ottawa-fury-fc-fall-2-1-in-home-opener Ottawa Citizen: http://www.ottawacitizen.com/mobile/story.html?id=9756574 Flashes of Fury: http://flashesoffury.wordpress.com/?p=159&preview=true @OttawaFuryFC: Starting XI for @OttawaFuryFC (4-2-3-1) GK Gorrick; D Maykon, Trafford, Jarun, Beckie; M Ryan©, Donatelli; Mayard, Oliver, Davies; F Vini Dantas (edited and goes L to R) @OttawaFuryFC: subs for @OttawaFuryFC GK DeBellis; D Fresenga, Soria; M Messoudi, Elias, Eustaquio; F Haworth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red and White Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 The crowd was good in Ottawa for the home opener. An attendance of 3457 is solid, considering Carleton University's stadium only hold 3000. So, it was a sell-out with lots of spill into the 'standing room only'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Here are a few more detailed thoughts and a few more recaps of the Matchday 2 vs Minnesota. Still waiting for the one from BlogFuryFC! There were also good podcasts on the game from Corner Kicks (TSN), Ours is the Fury, and The Two Solitudes. I watched the game on Rogers TV/NASLLive again last night, and I have to say I really like the two commentators, spot on analysis throughout the game. GK and D - Gorrick played well throughout the game, but needs to communicate and control his D even more as the season goes. Also, he had to do just that little bit more on the 2nd goal, he had to get his full fists on it one way or the other. Jarun led the D well again, Beckie had a below-average 1st half but a fantastic 2nd half, and looks like a better CB than a RB. The D was caught in possession several times during the game in their own half though, and gave up some chances they should not have. M - Ryan led the M well again, kept the tempo moving along and making tackles here and there. Props to Donatelli on the first assist of the OFFC history. Would have liked to see more from him though. Oliver led the attack well from both the middle and the left and showed hustle throughout the game, the best attacking threat for OFFC. However, the foul that led to the FK for the 2nd goal hurt. F - Dantas hustled throughout the game and was well rewarded. Showed strength and presence, more than last week, which was important for the play of the team. Davies showed some nice touches on the right flank, but it would be nice to see him be more aggressive and take on the fullback more. Mayard kept the play flowing smoothly, especially in the 1st half, but dropped off slightly in the 2nd half. Subs - All three subs provided spark and energy with their running. Haworth fashioned a couple chances from his hard running, Fresenga ran all the way up on the field on the counter that Haworth nearly finished, and Elias ran hard off the ball, always trying to make himself available. I would love to see the coach use his bench a bit earlier in the game for the fresh energy off the bench. CDN Soccer News: http://www.canadiansoccernews.com/content.php?5376-Fury-FC-fall-to-Minnesota-United-FC, http://www.canadiansoccernews.com/content.php?5377-Sober-Second-Thoughts-Number-5 Soccer Newsday: http://soccernewsday.com/canada/a/1789/what-we-ve-learned-from-the-fury-so-far Flashes of Fury: http://flashesoffury.wordpress.com/2014/04/19/fury-drop-home-opener-in-heartbreaking-fashion/, http://flashesoffury.wordpress.com/2014/04/19/april-19th-game-reaction-minnesota-united/, http://flashesoffury.wordpress.com/2014/04/20/tactical-recap-fury-fc-april-19th/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrock Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 It's hard when you miss a couple of cournerstones right off the bat. I think especially Heinemann is going to be a major improvement to the team with his physical presence and ability to score goals. He made 6 out of 12 for Carolina and that was before he spent 2 years in MLS which has upgraded his skills. Can't wait to see him into action. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 I keep thinking Omar.... is not the answer in Centre Back ... will have to watch in the opening game to get a better sense of it but he looks slow... and at times does not have a lot smoothness in how he handles the ball, it could be just a false impression because of his size.... its the old Bobby Smith ... from 67s hockey huge guy in his time but looked so slow ...when he in fact was not. No, Omar Jarun is slow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Preview of tomorrow's match from a Fury blog. By the way, on Corner Kicks on TSN 1200, Dos Santos said that Trafford and Beckie are the likely pair at CB. And AJ Jakubec said on twitter early today that Jarun will be out, along with the 3 that were out on Saturday (Paterson, Heinemann, Ubiparipovic). Flashes of Fury: http://flashesoffury.wordpress.com/2014/04/22/fury-fc-dig-in-ahead-of-fc-edmonton-test/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trillium Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 No, Omar Jarun is slow. Geez Lord Bob I hate to agree with you ...but your right slow and not soccer savvy enough to make up for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 23, 2014 Author Share Posted April 23, 2014 Omar has been the rock in the centre D, and has had to cover occasional lapses from his partner. Trafford is the distributor, Jarun is the tackler. The only fault I saw with Jarun so far is his long balls, and the flick that led to Minnesota's first goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 23, 2014 Author Share Posted April 23, 2014 More previews of the VCup/CDNChamp match today vs FC Deadmonton, OFFC: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/...ound-.html?soid=1101855648039&aid=jRsooZrO2ic Ottawa Sun: http://www.ottawasun.com/2014/04/22/ottawa-fury-takes-on-other-canadian-team NASL: http://www.nasl.com/article/uuid/1n...ampionship-match-creates-history#.U1a9fPldWLE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 Some recaps of the VCup/CanChamp 1st leg action vs. FC Edmonton (0-0): Starting XI (4-2-3-1) - Gorrick; Maykon, Trafford, Beckie, Fresenga; Ryan, Donatelli; Mayard, Oliver, Davies; Dantas Subs - Haworth, Messoudi, Caceros OFFC: http://www.ottawasun.com/2014/04/23...ton-fc?token=25178768c06d40a3c39b2420a9015f62 NASL: http://www.nasl.com/article/uuid/17...p-ottawa-fury-fc-0-fc-edmonton-0#.U1lkHYWMLsS Ottawa Sun: http://www.ottawasun.com/2014/04/23...ton-fc?token=25178768c06d40a3c39b2420a9015f62 RNO: http://www.rednationonline.ca/Articles2014/OttawaandEdmontondrawtoopen2014CanadianCha.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Hombre Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 I'm not sold on Oliver yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 Some news articles on Carolina, looking forward to Matchday 3: CAR Game 1: http://www.nasl.com/article/uuid/41zne5yizli1sncbstvdvl6v/indy-eleven-1-carolina-railhawks-1#.U1ln0YWMLsQ CAR Game 2: http://www.nasl.com/article/uuid/hypk4blc989t1s4pj50ni7ikx/carolina-railhawks-4-fort-lauderdale-strikers-1#.U1lnwoWMLsQ CAR F Schilawski Player of Week 2: http://www.nasl.com/article/uuid/1f5y9nv9qlrhi1l72axr3fdxzy/week-2-nasl-player-of-the-week-zack-schilawski#.U1lnpIWMLsQ NASL Team of the Week 2: http://www.nasl.com/article/uuid/1f5y9nv9qlrhi1l72axr3fdxzy/week-2-nasl-player-of-the-week-zack-schilawski#.U1lnpIWMLsQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 I'm not sold on Oliver yet. Best attacking threat we have so far. I feel like yesterday was his quietest game so far, can't recall any chances from him off top of my head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 Couple more recaps on FC Edmonton: Flashes of Fury: http://flashesoffury.wordpress.com/2014/04/24/234/ The11: http://t.co/uQJcDLhf0o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Hombre Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Best attacking threat we have so far. I feel like yesterday was his quietest game so far, can't recall any chances from him off top of my head. The free header he missed was a little disappointing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironcub14 Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Previews of NASL Matchday 3 vs. Carolina: Ubi is back, so I think we might see a switch back to the 4-3-3. Jarun probably still out, Paterson out, Haworth probably in for Dantas, Oliver being shifted to LM. OFFC preview: http://www.ottawafuryfc.com/news/detail/uuid/1qjlvai9ykc2k1gvk2akien2yq/match-preview-fury-fc-vs-railhawks#.U1sfoCm9Kc0 Ottawa Sun preview: http://m.ottawasun.com/2014/04/25/ottawa-fury-looks-for-first-win Ottawa Citizen preview: http://www.ottawacitizen.com/touch/sports/Another+shot+first/9776751/story.html?rel=3758102 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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