MATCH REPORT; Madison 1 Orange 2

The Celts are clearly a team that are getting stronger and stronger as the season progresses and although this goes down as another defeat, the home team were never outgunned and in fact should have won. An impressive start to the game by Madison was maintained for almost all of the game and stand out performances by Johnny B, Alex and Hulk meant that Orange had to work hard for everything they got. The first half presented a number of great chances for both sides with the post keeping the Celts out at one end and the Hulk keeping the opposition out at the other. Marauding runs by Alex and other midfielders like Roniildo really kept the visitors on their toes.  Ruggerho also had some great runs down the right side of the field with some attempts on goal. The pressure from the Celts paid off in spectacular style when one of the attacks from the Celts saw Ruggerho tripped just outside the box. Johnny B stepped up and sent a glorious shot into the net with the opposition goalkeeper rooted to the spot.  A well deserved lead for the Celts at the end of the first half.

The second half was very similar to the first with two unfortunate exceptions. The first, just a few minutes after kick off when a simple ball down the middle of the Celtic midfield resulted in a defensive slip allowing the nippy Orange forward into the box. Even though the Hulk did everything to close down the angle the attacker managed to squeeze the ball in for the equalizer. The second was deep into the second half when another defensive slip allowed Orange to get the ball into the net. In between those goals the Celts had numerous chances to score, hitting the bar, shooting just wide, and forcing their goalie into action. With some better passes in the final third the Celts could have had even more chances. Unfortunately, none of the opportunities fell the right way and the game ended with a tough 2-1 defeat. The season is fast getting near to the end and the Celts really need to pick up some points to avoid relegation.

Man Of The Match; Great performances by TomA, Alex and Hulk but the MOM goes to Johnny B for his great goal and numerous attempts on goal.

Many thanks to Annie for the great action photos!