MATCH REPORT; Madison 1 North Haven 4

An evenly contested first half gave way to a second half cave in as the Celts slump to a four one loss.  The first 15 minutes of the game were all Madison as they attacked assertively from different parts of the field. Their dominating play was rewarded with an early goal  as Leo cut in on the Madison left and curled an unstoppable shot past the opposition goalie  ( Video below! )  Unfortunately, that would prove to be the high water mark for the Celts in this game as the North haven team pushed themselves into contention and then full control. The visitors rapidly shook off their opening rusty play and were now smoothly passing the ball around the Madison midfield and getting shots on goal. They started to get most of the possession and it was no surprise when they equalized although it took a mixed clearance at the back to give them their chance. The second half was a sluggishly poor performance by the Celt's as the North Haven team took their opportunities  served up on a plate to go 2, 3 then finally 4-1 up to run out well deserved winners.

Man of the Match;  Some stout defending by Tim and Mike R at the back and some great saves from Dustin, one in particular when he palmed a goal bound screamer over the bar. But they could not stop the onslaught in the second half. Not a great day for the midfielders but Leo up from played well and had a great goal. But my MOM goes to Mike up front who ran non stop for the cause and was unlucky with several shots