We've just passed the midseason fixtures flip and this season in the Qatar Division is shaping up to be, by far, the most competitive in the history of the /sp/ League's top tier. With tie games dominating the landscape, overall point totals are relatively low and no one is mathematically out of the running just yet. Despite the relative parity, though, some teams are managing to separate themselves from the massive clusterfuck and look to be gaining momentum for the second half of the season. Meanwhile, the fight to escape relegation is looking like it's gonna' be a brutal no-holds-barred slugfest. Here's how things are shaping up, along with the the Gazzetta's odds for who has the best shot to take the title and who looks like they are destined for the drop...
The Title Contenders
Oranje (1st place, 16pts, +13 GD, odds for title - 3:1)
This team is starting to look like the real deal. Veterans Carlo Guarneri and Margrott Sidwell are teaming up with young studs Mark van Bommel and Ingi Sigfurson to absolutely devastating effect. Oranje doesn't just have the most points, they lead the division in goals scored and goal differential, too. Four of the top seven players on the points scored table are on Oranje; how's that for a dominant statistic? At this point, the team that won /sp/ League's first ever championship is in great shape to snag a second title.
Mild-Mannered Men (2nd place, 14pts, +6 GD, odds for title - 4:1)
As the only other undefeated team in Qatar, MMM is once again proving to be a legit title contender. All-time leading goal scorer Nikolai Nesmachny is once again having a stellar season with his [tied for] league-leading 6 goals and has been getting excellent service from midfielders Amado Villas, Joromir Adler, and Bernardo Ariza. Back-to-back wins against Oh The Lulz have helped this team find their form and it's looking like they've escaped their early-season sluggishness with a pair of convincing victories. When it comes time to pick a favorite to win it all, don't count these guys out.
Trollchester United (3rd place, 13pts, +11GD, odds for the title - 6:1)
The defending champs are still in the chase, but at times, things have looked a bit shaky. Fortunately for United, Dennis Gianasia is back to his outstanding form of a couple seasons ago and he's once again leading the league in scoring. An old and creaky roster is being boosted by the energy of younger players such as GK Benjamin Clark, M Rax Grissman, and F Joran van der Sloot, but how long can these young guns keep propping up the old vets? Right now, Trollchester has to be way more consistent in getting victories than they've shown in the first half of the season. If they can manage to string together wins instead of ties, then an unprecedented third title will be theirs.
On the Fence
Strong Island (4th place, 11pts, -5GD, odds for the title - 12:1)
What the fuck happenned to these guys? A couple weeks ago, it looked like they could win it all. Now, after back-to-back defeats at the hands of Bzzz AFC, they're in a free fall. If Strong Island is going to get themselves back into the thick of things, they have GOT to start scoring goals. Otherwise, they're going to be destined for a relegation battle. Star forward Kieran Clare needs to break out of his slump ASAP if the Guidos are going to have a chance. In the meantime, half a season of scraping out close results finally seems to have caught up with them.
Battle at the Bottom: The Fight to Avoid Relegation
Bzzz AFC (5th place, 9pts, -1GD, odds to be relegated - 3:1)
Thanks to Strong Island, this team is out of the cellar and into the safety zone for now. Can they actually string some results together and manage to stay in Qatar? That's yet to be determined. What's interesting, though, is that on the list of the Top 10 players with the most x11 selections this season, 5 of them play for Bzzz. Clearly, the team has some guys who are playing on a high level, they just need a few more people to step up. With a boost in form from winning their last two games, just maybe, that could be enough to get them over the hump.
Aussie Basements FC (6th place, 8pts, -7GD, odds to be relegated - 4:1
Aside from the stellar play of goalkeeper Thomas Fischer, not much has gone well on the pitch for the Bogans. The team has yet to really gel and play it's best this season. Despite their poor form, manager Joselol just might have a few tricks up his sleeves to keep his side out of relegation.
Oh the Lulz (7th place, 6pts, -6GD, odds to be relegated - 3:2)
This side has done little since their opening game win against Aussie Basements. A win in their upcoming match can pull them off the floor, but with Bzzz AFC in great form and all OtL's momentum headed downward, another loss seems to be in the cards. At this point, relegation looks highly likely.
DOUK City FC (8th place, 5pts, -11GD, odds to be relegated - 2:5)
What is there really to say about this one? As long as manager IggyStar remains AWOL, this team doesn't have a snowball's chance in hell at staying up in a highly competitive Qatar Divison.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
Division I Update/Power Rankings
In honor of FIFA's recent decision to award the 2022 World Cup to some shithole desert country the size of Connecticut that has expected gametime temperatures of 105 degrees and NO GODDAMN INFRASTRUCTURE, it seems that Division I has been renamed the Qatar Division instead of BZZZZZZ, which is now assigned to Cruceh's branch of Division II, allowing him to imagine that he never got relegated. Whatever. We have better things to focus our attention on, like the MASSIVE CLUSTERFUCK at the top of /sp/ League three games into the season. Except for Bzzz AFC, which has lost every game it has played so far, each team in Qatar Division has only one win, with just one point separating 1st from 7th place in the standings. Let's see if we can shed some light on who, at this point, really is the strongest. Remember, these are not the standings, they are POWER RANKINGS, a subjective asessment of what teams are stronger. Just because the 1st place team isn't ranked #1 is no reason to bitch and moan and get all butthurt. That being said, here we go...
QATAR DIVISION POWER RANKINGS
- Mild-Mannered Men - At this point, even though they sit at second place in the standings, Stroyent's squad has got to be considered the favorites until proven otherwise. Their starting eleven is a formidable group of veterans and the manager has what it takes to win it all, because he's done it before. Until they lose a game, there's only one place for MMM to sit, and that's the top.
- Strong Island - With a win in their previous match against two-time defending champ Trollchester United, the Guidos are proving that they will be a force to be reckoned with. With ties against MMM and Aussie Basements FC, Strong Island has gone up against three solid teams led by three of the most distinguished managers in /sp/ League and not lost a single game. Strong Island is in it to win it.
- Trollchester United - Despite a bit of a hiccup in their narrow loss to Strong Island in the last match, United has proven that they have what it takes to be a dominant team, notably in their 4-0 pounding of an Oh The Lulz side that had simliarly destroyed Aussie Basements the week before. Speaking of proving themselves, Trollchester has done all that and more with their two titles and unmatched five seasons in Division I. D1V3GRA55 has shown himself to be a winner year in and year out, never finishing below 3rd place in any season. On top of that, his team is so fucking old, that this is probably his last shot at glory before a third of the squad retires. Never count out a championship team that's making it's last stand.
- Oranje - Yes, this team is still in first place, but they still have a bit to prove before they can be considered worthy of a Top 3 ranking. Their victory came against a Bzzz AFC team that everyone seems to be beating up on this season, so what does that prove? Having had one tie against Trollchester, their other draw is against Oh The Lulz, a team that Troll United beat in dominating fashion. Advantage, Trollchester. Oranje will have to settle for 4th for now, with a great chance to prove their worth in their next match against Mild-Mannered Men.
- Aussie Basements FC - After an embarrasing loss to Oh The Lulz made for a disastrous start to the season, the Bogans have steadily improved and re-established themselves as a solid team. Yesterday's shoutout win over DOUK City FC showed that, just maybe, the opening match was an anomaly. Manager Joselol has distingushed himself with titles at the lower divisions and regular selections to the Xpert Eleven team. With momentum in their favor and a strong managerial pedigree, the Aussies are poised to be a contender.
- DOUK City FC - Despite the same record as Aussie Basements, City's form seems to be heading in the wrong direction. With the Aussies getting the nod due to their head to head victory over DOUK, City is going to have to shake themselves out of a streak that saw them win their first game, but then tie, and then lose. With their next game away at Trollchester, things might get worse for IggyStar before they get better.
- Oh The Lulz - Consistency is the key for this team to improve its ranking. Good teams just don't win easily one week, and then get blown out the next. A tie against Oranje was a good start at finding some stability, but to earn some respect in a tough division, Oh The Lulz will really need to establish a good run of form before anyone can expect them to be for real.
- Bzzz AFC - The only team not to get a single point from the first three matches, is Bzzz AFC this season's >Dynosty? Right now, it looks like this side will be nothing more than cannon fodder. How long before Lazy_Student ragequits? Two weeks? Three weeks? Tomorrow?
Qatar Divison Standings
1. Oranje (5p, +4GD)
2. Mild-Mannered Men (5p, +1GD)
3. Strong Island (5p, +1GD)
4. Trollchester United (4p, +3GD)
5. Oh The Lulz (4p, 0GD)
6. DOUK City FC (4p, 0GD)
7. Aussie Basements FC (4p, -3GD)
8. Bzzz AFC (0p, -6GD)
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
BZZZ Season 5 Preview/ Power Rankings
Aussie Basements FC - This team is currently on a high, finishing in second place in the division last season. The Basements will look to continue their success this year in an attempt to build on the triumphs of last season. Joselol's full 20 player squad shows a good degree of balance, both between FW/MF/D and from old to young. The key to this team's season will be whether the older defenders can prop-up the burgeoning youth movement in the squad.
BZZZ AFC - The Vuvus will look to continue their run of success from last year, after finishing 4th in the division. Their squad has tremendous depth and strength in midfield, with six midfielders in the team of 7 skill or higher. One potential weakness for this team is the defense, which is a bit light and lacks any rising youth players. Expect many teams to try to avert this strong midfield this season, as this part of the squad will be integral to any success BZZZ has.
DOUK City FC- This team will also look to extend its run in the top flight this season, coming off of a 5th place finish last year. This team has great depth in defense and a strong midfield, with no players below 7 skill. However, depth in midfield could be a problem as the season wears on. In order to have any success this season, DOUK will need to keep its midfield healthy.
Mild-Mannered Men- This team, a BZZZ veteran of every season but the first, will look to build on its third place finish last season, after a relegation scare the year before. Stroyent, for the most part, is still using the same group of players he won the title with a few seasons ago. They have become more skilled over time, but they are beginning to age. This could end up being a long-term problem for MMM, but for now, continued success could be expected.
Oh The Lulz- This season, OTL, under the direction of Uptempo, will make its debut in BZZZ after a come-from-behind title capture in >shaw. One potential problem for this squad is that much of its offensive capabilities are propped-up by two 9-skill players, Nicolas McCauley and Earl Chillingworth. Keeping these players producing in the face of the tight marks that are to come is integral to OTL's potential successes this season.
Oranje- Returning from BZZZ after a one season hiatus, BFF's team, now under the direction of J2isWIN, will look to make a splash this season in the top division. The team was promoted by finishing second in 18-1 last season. The squad features many of the same cast of characters that we are all used to from the days of Freebags, but with some new faces as well. Youth phenom, Mark van Bommel, will look to make his impression as one of the /sp/ league's biggest future talents this season. For this team, it will be interesting to see if its aging backline can hold together for another season.
Strong Island- Back to BZZZ by the grace of winning 18-1, the Guidos will look to solidify their place in the top flight this season. Anchored by a squad of veterans, such as Matthew Gillett and Kieran Clare, and burgeoned by youth talents, such as Theodor Schramm, Strong Island has the potential to create a stir in BZZZ this year.
Trollchester United- The only team to have been in BZZZ for all five seasons. The only team to repeat. Defending champions. This team has done it all. However, this squad is starting to age severely, with only 5/18 players under the age of 27. If Divegrass wants a three-peat, he's going to have to reconcile his current squad with the needs of the future.
POWER RANKINGS
1. Mild-Mannered Men - good for one last season
2. Aussie Basements FC - well balanced, good potential
3. Strong Island - well balanced
4. DOUK City - Assuming midfield works out
5. Oranje - Assuming old veteran defenders hang on.
6. Trollchester United - old as fuck
7. BZZZ AFC - prepare to be long-balled
8. Oh the Lulz - still developing
BZZZ AFC - The Vuvus will look to continue their run of success from last year, after finishing 4th in the division. Their squad has tremendous depth and strength in midfield, with six midfielders in the team of 7 skill or higher. One potential weakness for this team is the defense, which is a bit light and lacks any rising youth players. Expect many teams to try to avert this strong midfield this season, as this part of the squad will be integral to any success BZZZ has.
DOUK City FC- This team will also look to extend its run in the top flight this season, coming off of a 5th place finish last year. This team has great depth in defense and a strong midfield, with no players below 7 skill. However, depth in midfield could be a problem as the season wears on. In order to have any success this season, DOUK will need to keep its midfield healthy.
Mild-Mannered Men- This team, a BZZZ veteran of every season but the first, will look to build on its third place finish last season, after a relegation scare the year before. Stroyent, for the most part, is still using the same group of players he won the title with a few seasons ago. They have become more skilled over time, but they are beginning to age. This could end up being a long-term problem for MMM, but for now, continued success could be expected.
Oh The Lulz- This season, OTL, under the direction of Uptempo, will make its debut in BZZZ after a come-from-behind title capture in >shaw. One potential problem for this squad is that much of its offensive capabilities are propped-up by two 9-skill players, Nicolas McCauley and Earl Chillingworth. Keeping these players producing in the face of the tight marks that are to come is integral to OTL's potential successes this season.
Oranje- Returning from BZZZ after a one season hiatus, BFF's team, now under the direction of J2isWIN, will look to make a splash this season in the top division. The team was promoted by finishing second in 18-1 last season. The squad features many of the same cast of characters that we are all used to from the days of Freebags, but with some new faces as well. Youth phenom, Mark van Bommel, will look to make his impression as one of the /sp/ league's biggest future talents this season. For this team, it will be interesting to see if its aging backline can hold together for another season.
Strong Island- Back to BZZZ by the grace of winning 18-1, the Guidos will look to solidify their place in the top flight this season. Anchored by a squad of veterans, such as Matthew Gillett and Kieran Clare, and burgeoned by youth talents, such as Theodor Schramm, Strong Island has the potential to create a stir in BZZZ this year.
Trollchester United- The only team to have been in BZZZ for all five seasons. The only team to repeat. Defending champions. This team has done it all. However, this squad is starting to age severely, with only 5/18 players under the age of 27. If Divegrass wants a three-peat, he's going to have to reconcile his current squad with the needs of the future.
POWER RANKINGS
1. Mild-Mannered Men - good for one last season
2. Aussie Basements FC - well balanced, good potential
3. Strong Island - well balanced
4. DOUK City - Assuming midfield works out
5. Oranje - Assuming old veteran defenders hang on.
6. Trollchester United - old as fuck
7. BZZZ AFC - prepare to be long-balled
8. Oh the Lulz - still developing
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
BZZZZZZZ Division Season 3 Update: Fail Bowl I - Dynasty 0, Zeon 0 ...of course
After five games this season, there are so many great stories we could be leading off with. Defending champ Trollchester United is top of the table again, picking up right where it left off, and leading us to belive that, just maybe, last season's title wasnt a total fluke. Promoted side Aussie Basements FC is surprising nobody with their success; they've been winners at every level and BZZZZZZZ is proving to be no exception to the rule. And of course, the resurgent Mild-Mannered Men deserve mention as well, showing themselves to be in the thick of the title hunt as they prove that last season's struggles were an anomaly. Yes, those are all fantastic stories we could be focusing on right now, but that's not what we're gonna' do. Instead we turn our attention to the bottom dwellers of the division, meeting for the first time this season in what could only be termed an exercise in futility...
Dynasty 0 - 0 Principality of Zeon
That scoreline pretty much sums up their entire season thus far, as these two sides are sitting at the bottom of BZZZZZZZ Division right now and yesterday's match shows exactly why. 90 minutes, 6 yellow cards, NO goals. Not only did both sides have their chances to score, but they also each managed to get a goal called back for a petty foul. Zeon lost out when Afshin Sirkonan's 6th minute header off an Irving Sansom cross was nullified when referee George Buske (S2 H9, naturally) ruled that Sirkonan had gained an illegal advantage with a shirt pull of a Dynasty defender. And in the 62nd minute, Dynasty lost out on a potential game-winner when Rogerio Ramalho was called for a foul as he rose above his defender to head the ball past Zeon keeper Hamid Farimani. Clearly, we have a case of two teams that just can't catch a break.
That Dynasty would find themselves in last place at this point in the season probably isn't much of a surprise. Murikan is notorious for starting out slowly, then finally pulling it together. Last season, he managed to finish near the top of the table. Whether or not he can pull off a similar feat remains to be seen, however.
Zeon, on the other hand, has got to be the most colossal disappointment in the history of /sp/ league. In seasons past, Cruceh has perfected the art of the second place finish, but after 5 games, he sits 7th out of 8, with a meager 2 points, ahead of Dynasty only because of a greater total goals scored. Quite simply, results like this are absolutely unacceptable given Cruceh's history of excellence. Why Zeon can't get the results has been the topic of rampant specualation. His side, on paper, is one of /sp/ League's strongest and Cruceh is highly regraded as a brilliant and astute manager. Could it be that he's lost control of the locker room, and his players just won't play for him to the best of their abilities anymore? If something doesn't change, it's only a matter of time before Cruceh ragequits, leaving Murikan as commisioner and dooming our entire league straight to hell. In the meantime, we can only hope that Zeon manage turn things around, but honestly, it is a BIG FUCKING HOLE they are in right now.
Current BZZZZZZZ Division Standings
1. Trollchester United, 12 pts; 2. Aussie Basements FC, 11 pts; 3. Mild-Mannered Men, 10 pts; 4. DOUK City FC, 7 pts; 5. Bzzz AFC, 7 pts; 6. BRETTFAVRES, 4 pts, 7. Principality of Zeon, 2 pts; 8. Dynasty, 2 pts
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Player Biographies - Afshin Sirkonan
Afshin Sirkonan plays for /sp/ League club Principality of Zeon and for the Iranian national team. Sirkonan has been a junior national team member since 2006, when he debuted for first professional league season and a member of the Iranian national team since 2009.
In his time with Zeon, he has gained fame and fortune. His play tells it all - 3 seasons, 53 games, 19 goals, 24 assists. This 2 time league MVP has had his ups and downs, and is almost always marked by the opposition. However, he has battled and has the most points ever in the history of the league.
His nicknames include – the new Zidane – in reference to the Algerian playmaker whose role he has inherited at Zeon and "Persian Messi" for his remarkable playmaking and ball handling abilities resembling F.C. Barcelona and Argentina star Lionel Messi. In reference to his game, Sirkonan concluded "My technique and feeling for the ball is the Irianian side to my game. The discipline, attitude and always-give-your-all is the Zeon part."
Friday, October 1, 2010
Season 4 preview: BZZZZZZZZZZZ
Hello Managers! Welcome to the fourth season of 4chan Xpert Eleven!
We will be focusing on the BZZZZZZ Division, like last year, because it is the pros, if you want to grace the front page of this coveted blog be better.
1. Aussie Basements FC: This team is scary, mainly because it has won all divisions it has been in, this team is the epitome of balance and will have a great chance of competing for the title.
2. BRETTFAVRES: I don't expect much of this team, mainly because it is named after Brett Favre, expect a 3 interception game with a QB rating of 37.1 against PoZ
3. Bzzzz FC: Another team that is new to the division, but I don't expect much of this team. They do have a decent team player wise, but I am not convinced in the manager's skills. However, you should be wary to take this team softly. Making strides every year, but always seeming to fall short, they might be able to pull it all together and win it all.
4. PICK TO WIN IT DOUK City FC: If you don't bet on DOUK you are an idiot, he has dominated everywhere, his team is scary good, his managing is genius, no team from the past seasons will give him a run for his money, even though there are only two veterans of the original ten of the division, their teams will not be able to handle DOUK City FC.
5. Dynasty: One of the original ten from the start of the league, I picked this team to finish last in the division last year, but he surged through and competed until the end, where he decided to play his youth like a pansy. His highly touted star player Dakota Gorski is getting up there in the years, and will not be able to play for much longer. Without his Midfield, this team has a weak attack, average defense, and an even more average Goalkeeper. Murikan is quite possibly the smartest manager in the league, but stupidest talent agent, watch out for this team.
6. Mild-Mannered Men: Stroyent did the impossible last year, he led his team that was seriously lacking in power after a championship season and rallied them to barely squeeze out a 4th place finish, keeping him out of regulation. It is a story that you'd think Disney would film, but it is just Mild-Mannered Men. I am convinced this strength will carry over to this season, and he will start incredibly strong, I also think that he will fight to the end with DOUK City FC. Or he can be absolute shit again, it's his choice.
7.Principality of Zeon: Another team that ALWAYS seems to finish in second place, that will change this year, I'm sure of it. Cruceh is a pretty good manager, with a balance of tactic smarts and talent smarts, and his team can be seen as proof. His team is getting up there as well, and will not be able to compete for much longer unless he can hold onto his money, which he can never do. It is now or never for Zeon.
8. Trollchester United: The other original two teams that is still in the top division, Trollchester United defied all odds and finished in 1st place, but I believe that to be a fluke. Trollchester is an incredibly talented team with an incredibly talented manager, but will not be able to compete against Mild-Mannered Men and the always strong DOUK City FC. However, like Dynasty, I have been surprised before, and I don't know what to make of this team so far.
POWER RANKINGS
1. DOUK City FC.
2. Mild-Mannered Men
3. Trollchester United
4. Principality of Zeon
5. Aussie Basements FC
6. Bzzzz FC
7. Dynasty
8. BRETTFAVRES
We will be focusing on the BZZZZZZ Division, like last year, because it is the pros, if you want to grace the front page of this coveted blog be better.
1. Aussie Basements FC: This team is scary, mainly because it has won all divisions it has been in, this team is the epitome of balance and will have a great chance of competing for the title.
2. BRETTFAVRES: I don't expect much of this team, mainly because it is named after Brett Favre, expect a 3 interception game with a QB rating of 37.1 against PoZ
3. Bzzzz FC: Another team that is new to the division, but I don't expect much of this team. They do have a decent team player wise, but I am not convinced in the manager's skills. However, you should be wary to take this team softly. Making strides every year, but always seeming to fall short, they might be able to pull it all together and win it all.
4. PICK TO WIN IT DOUK City FC: If you don't bet on DOUK you are an idiot, he has dominated everywhere, his team is scary good, his managing is genius, no team from the past seasons will give him a run for his money, even though there are only two veterans of the original ten of the division, their teams will not be able to handle DOUK City FC.
5. Dynasty: One of the original ten from the start of the league, I picked this team to finish last in the division last year, but he surged through and competed until the end, where he decided to play his youth like a pansy. His highly touted star player Dakota Gorski is getting up there in the years, and will not be able to play for much longer. Without his Midfield, this team has a weak attack, average defense, and an even more average Goalkeeper. Murikan is quite possibly the smartest manager in the league, but stupidest talent agent, watch out for this team.
6. Mild-Mannered Men: Stroyent did the impossible last year, he led his team that was seriously lacking in power after a championship season and rallied them to barely squeeze out a 4th place finish, keeping him out of regulation. It is a story that you'd think Disney would film, but it is just Mild-Mannered Men. I am convinced this strength will carry over to this season, and he will start incredibly strong, I also think that he will fight to the end with DOUK City FC. Or he can be absolute shit again, it's his choice.
7.Principality of Zeon: Another team that ALWAYS seems to finish in second place, that will change this year, I'm sure of it. Cruceh is a pretty good manager, with a balance of tactic smarts and talent smarts, and his team can be seen as proof. His team is getting up there as well, and will not be able to compete for much longer unless he can hold onto his money, which he can never do. It is now or never for Zeon.
8. Trollchester United: The other original two teams that is still in the top division, Trollchester United defied all odds and finished in 1st place, but I believe that to be a fluke. Trollchester is an incredibly talented team with an incredibly talented manager, but will not be able to compete against Mild-Mannered Men and the always strong DOUK City FC. However, like Dynasty, I have been surprised before, and I don't know what to make of this team so far.
POWER RANKINGS
1. DOUK City FC.
2. Mild-Mannered Men
3. Trollchester United
4. Principality of Zeon
5. Aussie Basements FC
6. Bzzzz FC
7. Dynasty
8. BRETTFAVRES
Thursday, September 9, 2010
BZZZZZZZZ Power Rankings Season 3: #5
Some major things have happened since last week, a team full of talented players is now in relegation, now we have Strong Island in the mix for not being relegated. Let's jump straight into this:
Still undefeated, the fight for the title:
1. Trollchester United, 6-3-0: Well, Trollchester United is still undefeated, who would've saw this coming? I wouldn't hold my breath however, they are going to play an intense final few games against strong teams, but if they hold up the question is if they can hold off the BZZZZZZZZ curse: once you win the championship you get relegated?
2. Principality of Zeon, 5-4-0: Zeon is nipping at Trollchester's ankles, and this will be a very close final few games. Only one game behind Trollchester, they still have a good shot at winning it all, if you count Zeon out you are not very bright.
What the fuck is this shit?
3. Dynasty, 5-2-2: Murikan says that his team is full of young, promising talent and a perfect mix of old and new. As much as I hate Dynasty, this is completely true. He has recently picked up a lot of new pieces to his aging Midfield problem, his Forwards are young and skillful, Defenders are very old however, and his Goalkeeper is coming into his own, and it only took three season, great job not buying a Goalkeeper Murikan.
4. Strong Island, 2-5-2: Strong Island has been able to draw itself out of relegation, while winning one game, they have maybe equal the skill NEST. FC has in their lineup, and coaching is alright, it will be a close battle for this number four spot. It seems the top 3 positions are locked away for good if all three teams continue to play like they are.
5. NEST FC, 2-5-2: Like I said with Strong Island, NEST. FC will have trouble breaking into the top 4 if he continues to play like this. Draws aren't wins, and he needs to get that into his head before he can contend. He will have a lot on his plate before the season is over, you can count on that being true.
Shit tier teams, fallen powerhouses, etc,
6. UMAD FC, 2-3-4: This might come as a shock to A LOT of people, but UMAD FC actually won a game recently! Hey HugoReyes, if you win two in a row, it's called a winning streak. Maybe if you put one and one together you can get out of relegation, or you can continue to flounder like an idiot against teams that are worse than their ranking suggests.
7. Mild-Mannered Men, 1-3-5: Really? Only one win Stroyent? Is that really the best you can do, I mean REALLY? You have so much talent, please tell me why you can't win a game. You let teams stomp all over you daily. You are still in this race Stroyent, please join UMAD FC in the fight for the final relegation spot, or maybe make Dynasty lose all of his final games so both of you can not be relegated and the balance of the world will return.
Why is he still in this league?
8. FreeBags FC, 0-1-8: WHY.JPG
Still undefeated, the fight for the title:
1. Trollchester United, 6-3-0: Well, Trollchester United is still undefeated, who would've saw this coming? I wouldn't hold my breath however, they are going to play an intense final few games against strong teams, but if they hold up the question is if they can hold off the BZZZZZZZZ curse: once you win the championship you get relegated?
2. Principality of Zeon, 5-4-0: Zeon is nipping at Trollchester's ankles, and this will be a very close final few games. Only one game behind Trollchester, they still have a good shot at winning it all, if you count Zeon out you are not very bright.
What the fuck is this shit?
3. Dynasty, 5-2-2: Murikan says that his team is full of young, promising talent and a perfect mix of old and new. As much as I hate Dynasty, this is completely true. He has recently picked up a lot of new pieces to his aging Midfield problem, his Forwards are young and skillful, Defenders are very old however, and his Goalkeeper is coming into his own, and it only took three season, great job not buying a Goalkeeper Murikan.
4. Strong Island, 2-5-2: Strong Island has been able to draw itself out of relegation, while winning one game, they have maybe equal the skill NEST. FC has in their lineup, and coaching is alright, it will be a close battle for this number four spot. It seems the top 3 positions are locked away for good if all three teams continue to play like they are.
5. NEST FC, 2-5-2: Like I said with Strong Island, NEST. FC will have trouble breaking into the top 4 if he continues to play like this. Draws aren't wins, and he needs to get that into his head before he can contend. He will have a lot on his plate before the season is over, you can count on that being true.
Shit tier teams, fallen powerhouses, etc,
6. UMAD FC, 2-3-4: This might come as a shock to A LOT of people, but UMAD FC actually won a game recently! Hey HugoReyes, if you win two in a row, it's called a winning streak. Maybe if you put one and one together you can get out of relegation, or you can continue to flounder like an idiot against teams that are worse than their ranking suggests.
7. Mild-Mannered Men, 1-3-5: Really? Only one win Stroyent? Is that really the best you can do, I mean REALLY? You have so much talent, please tell me why you can't win a game. You let teams stomp all over you daily. You are still in this race Stroyent, please join UMAD FC in the fight for the final relegation spot, or maybe make Dynasty lose all of his final games so both of you can not be relegated and the balance of the world will return.
Why is he still in this league?
8. FreeBags FC, 0-1-8: WHY.JPG
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
BZZZZZZZZ Power Rankings Season 3: #4
Or as I like to call it, Bizarro BZZZZZZ. I will let you take one look at the rankings and come to that conclusion though, especially the fight for first:
The Fight for the Championship:
1. Trollchester United - Trollchester United has hit a bit of a rut as of late, all three of his last games were draws. Zeon and a surprise contender have been closing in on him where the separation of third and first place team is only 2 points, or one game. I personally do not think Trollchester United to be able to hold first, but don't listen to me, ALL OF MY PREDICTIONS FOR THE SEASON WERE WRONG! Christ, I feel like Mel Kiper Jr.
2. Principality of Zeon - The one team I thought would be able to take the championship this season is still in the running thank god, I don't think I can take another mistake. Zeon is a strong team, but they lack young talent. Cruceh has a hard time holding onto money and this or next season may be the last time he will be able to contend unless he gets his act together.
3. Dynasty - This fucker and his fucked up team does not deserve to be a championship contender. Every year he talks shit and it is always customary for him to wreck horribly and barely hold of relegation. His entire team is full of stupid decisions and overrated Dakota "he won't shut up about and even named his stadium" Gorski. Yet, through all of these stupid decisions, he can't seem to lose, even with a horrible goalkeeper. There is no god.
The Little Team That Could
4. NEST FC - Another team I did not see making it out of relegation this season, but unlike his counterpart Murikan, NEST. deserves it. NEST FC is full of great talent and NEST. has done a great job molding them into good players, but he lacks tactical finesse like the teams above him (or in Murikan's case, the only thing he has going for him) this season might be out of reach, but watch out next season, NEST FC is a new powerhouse.
The Good Game Kids
5. Strong Island - If Strong Island can win out this season, they can hold off relegation. That is a huge longshot though, they had a decent run though, and we will probably see them sometime next season as a top team in a lower division.
6. Mild-Mannered Men - What the hell happened to this team? Hell if I know, but it must have been incredibly monumental to be this far down the rankings. Who knows what happened to this team, all I know is this team has no hope of holding off relegation. Better luck next season Stroyent, I really like your team and hope you succeed and be back here in no team at all.
7. UMAD FC - If you looked up Trainwreck in the dictionary, it would just tell you "UMAD FC, you dumb bastard." This team was one of my picks to be a championship contender, instead he is sharing relegation with FreeBags FC. I hope UMAD FC rebounds quickly next season and is back up here.
FreeBags Still Sucks
8. FreeBags FC - **insert comment**
The Fight for the Championship:
1. Trollchester United - Trollchester United has hit a bit of a rut as of late, all three of his last games were draws. Zeon and a surprise contender have been closing in on him where the separation of third and first place team is only 2 points, or one game. I personally do not think Trollchester United to be able to hold first, but don't listen to me, ALL OF MY PREDICTIONS FOR THE SEASON WERE WRONG! Christ, I feel like Mel Kiper Jr.
2. Principality of Zeon - The one team I thought would be able to take the championship this season is still in the running thank god, I don't think I can take another mistake. Zeon is a strong team, but they lack young talent. Cruceh has a hard time holding onto money and this or next season may be the last time he will be able to contend unless he gets his act together.
3. Dynasty - This fucker and his fucked up team does not deserve to be a championship contender. Every year he talks shit and it is always customary for him to wreck horribly and barely hold of relegation. His entire team is full of stupid decisions and overrated Dakota "he won't shut up about and even named his stadium" Gorski. Yet, through all of these stupid decisions, he can't seem to lose, even with a horrible goalkeeper. There is no god.
The Little Team That Could
4. NEST FC - Another team I did not see making it out of relegation this season, but unlike his counterpart Murikan, NEST. deserves it. NEST FC is full of great talent and NEST. has done a great job molding them into good players, but he lacks tactical finesse like the teams above him (or in Murikan's case, the only thing he has going for him) this season might be out of reach, but watch out next season, NEST FC is a new powerhouse.
The Good Game Kids
5. Strong Island - If Strong Island can win out this season, they can hold off relegation. That is a huge longshot though, they had a decent run though, and we will probably see them sometime next season as a top team in a lower division.
6. Mild-Mannered Men - What the hell happened to this team? Hell if I know, but it must have been incredibly monumental to be this far down the rankings. Who knows what happened to this team, all I know is this team has no hope of holding off relegation. Better luck next season Stroyent, I really like your team and hope you succeed and be back here in no team at all.
7. UMAD FC - If you looked up Trainwreck in the dictionary, it would just tell you "UMAD FC, you dumb bastard." This team was one of my picks to be a championship contender, instead he is sharing relegation with FreeBags FC. I hope UMAD FC rebounds quickly next season and is back up here.
FreeBags Still Sucks
8. FreeBags FC - **insert comment**
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
BZZZZZZZZ Power Rankings Season 3 #3
A lot of strange things have happened over this season, what many people saw as relegation/borderline relegation teams are contenders for the championship, and what people saw as the contenders are in danger of being relegated. This is BZZZZZZ, and it will only get crazier if memory serves right.
The Championship Teams
1. Trollchester United 4-1-0: I don't think many people saw this coming, I know I didn't. Trollchester United is undefeated, and leading the division by one win. They have been a defensive powerhouse, only allowing one goal the entire season.
2. Principality of Zeon 3-2-0: PoZ is undefeated as well, and if it weren't for a draw to NEST FC they would be tied for the lead in the division, it will be a tight race throughout, with PoZ providing lockdown defense as well, only allowing one goal just like Trollchester United, the only difference is that Trollchester has scored one more goal.
The Surprise Contenders
3. NEST FC 2-3-0: Seriously, who saw this coming, I mean seriously. NEST FC has always been borderline relegation until this season, where NEST. has seemingly come into his own as a manager and leader. Undefeated as well, NEST FC is far from being a sleeper team to win it all, if he can be consistent he can take this division and shock the league by its foundation.
4. Dynasty 2-1-2: If you would've asked me which teams would've been relegated this year, two sure picks would've been NEST FC, and Dynasty. However, Murikan seems to have taken control of his team early and is now a longshot to win it all. We all know Murikan, he always talks and talks before every season, praising his team like it's the greatest thing to grace this league, this may be the season he may be justified in doing so, don't hold your breath though.
The Relegated Teams/Slumping Powerhouses
5. Mild-Mannered Men 1-2-2: What the hell has gone on this year? MMM was a surprise championship winner, winning the hearts of many a fan, and now is in danger of being relegated. Losing what many people saw as easy wins, Stroyent still has a chance to recover and be a contender, but at this point I believe a championship run is far from the mind of Stroyent, the mission now is to not get relegated, they have the team to do it, the teams ahead of him aren't that strong compared to him. It will be up to his players if they want to do it.
6. Strong Island 1-2-2: A team we saw as a sure relegation or borderline, Strong Island has lived up to the prediction. After a strong start, Strong Island has taken a slide for the worse, now in relegation territory behind MMM. He is by no means out of the league though, he can still crawl out of the relegation ranks.
7. UMAD FC 1-3-3: Seriously, what happened here? I had UMAD FC as a championship contender, now he is at the bottom of the league, maybe it's bad luck? I can't be sure. With the middle of the season creeps up however, UMAD will have to really dominate the league if he wants to stay at the top of the mountain which is BZZZZZZ.
FreeBags Tier
8. FreeBags FC 0-0-5: No comment.
The Championship Teams
1. Trollchester United 4-1-0: I don't think many people saw this coming, I know I didn't. Trollchester United is undefeated, and leading the division by one win. They have been a defensive powerhouse, only allowing one goal the entire season.
2. Principality of Zeon 3-2-0: PoZ is undefeated as well, and if it weren't for a draw to NEST FC they would be tied for the lead in the division, it will be a tight race throughout, with PoZ providing lockdown defense as well, only allowing one goal just like Trollchester United, the only difference is that Trollchester has scored one more goal.
The Surprise Contenders
3. NEST FC 2-3-0: Seriously, who saw this coming, I mean seriously. NEST FC has always been borderline relegation until this season, where NEST. has seemingly come into his own as a manager and leader. Undefeated as well, NEST FC is far from being a sleeper team to win it all, if he can be consistent he can take this division and shock the league by its foundation.
4. Dynasty 2-1-2: If you would've asked me which teams would've been relegated this year, two sure picks would've been NEST FC, and Dynasty. However, Murikan seems to have taken control of his team early and is now a longshot to win it all. We all know Murikan, he always talks and talks before every season, praising his team like it's the greatest thing to grace this league, this may be the season he may be justified in doing so, don't hold your breath though.
The Relegated Teams/Slumping Powerhouses
5. Mild-Mannered Men 1-2-2: What the hell has gone on this year? MMM was a surprise championship winner, winning the hearts of many a fan, and now is in danger of being relegated. Losing what many people saw as easy wins, Stroyent still has a chance to recover and be a contender, but at this point I believe a championship run is far from the mind of Stroyent, the mission now is to not get relegated, they have the team to do it, the teams ahead of him aren't that strong compared to him. It will be up to his players if they want to do it.
6. Strong Island 1-2-2: A team we saw as a sure relegation or borderline, Strong Island has lived up to the prediction. After a strong start, Strong Island has taken a slide for the worse, now in relegation territory behind MMM. He is by no means out of the league though, he can still crawl out of the relegation ranks.
7. UMAD FC 1-3-3: Seriously, what happened here? I had UMAD FC as a championship contender, now he is at the bottom of the league, maybe it's bad luck? I can't be sure. With the middle of the season creeps up however, UMAD will have to really dominate the league if he wants to stay at the top of the mountain which is BZZZZZZ.
FreeBags Tier
8. FreeBags FC 0-0-5: No comment.
Monday, August 16, 2010
BZZZZZZZ Division Rundown
After the first two games in Season 3, here's how BZZZZZZ Division has sorted itself out so far...
1. Trollchester United – Right now, Trollchester sits at the top of the table having won their first two games. Whether or not United is a legit title contender, however, is far from certain. The addition of Bruce Chapman is a slight boost to a midfield sorely in need of star power, but the injury to Casey Watson will keep them from reaching their full potential for some time. United’s two victories have been rather lackluster 1-0 wins against a Dynasty side that is notorious for starting slow and a FreeBags team without an active manager. Still, Troll United remains the only team with a full six-out-of-six points, which puts them in first for now. Only time, and the rigors of an increasingly difficult schedule, will tell if they can maintain it.
2. Strong Island – With one win and one tie, Strong Island sits in second place based on a higher “Goals For” value. After a disappointing slide in the second half of last season, Strong Island looks to be in solid form entering Season 3 with legit results over first-rate opponents, first a 1-1 draw against title-holders Mild-Mannered Men and a convincing 3-1 victory over UMAD FC. Manager Strong_Island has shown his craftiness not only in selecting tactics, but in his willingness to play unconventional formations such as a 5-3-2 or a 4-2-4. Combined with star striker Kieran Clare already in top scoring form, at this point, the Guidos look like a definite threat to stick around in the top half of the table.
3. Principality of Zeon – Ahead of NEST FC on goal differential, Zeon sits comfortably in third place. Their opening match was a yawn-inducing 0-0 tie, notable only for manager Cruceh apparent mind-reading act in guessing NEST’s formation. But in their second game against Dynasty, Zeon came alive, cruising to a 3-1 win over Dynasty. Even at this early point in the season, we can definitely assume three things about Principality of Zeon: that Cruceh is a managerial force to be reckoned with, midfielder Afshin Sirkonan (last game: 1 goal, 2 assists, 12 rating) is a superstar that opposing managers must somehow contend with, and Zeon will challenge for the title this season. With their next game against bottom-dweller FreeBags FC, it goes without saying that we can look for Zeon to move up in the standings.
4. NEST FC – With a stunning victory over Season 2 champions Mild-Mannered Men, NEST FC has turned heads and raised eyebrows all over /sp/ league. A well-balanced side with the skill to finish mid-table at the very least, NEST looks certain to challenge for the final safe spot, or possibly even higher in BZZZZZZZ Division. Escaping the first two games unbeaten against last season’s top two teams shows that the potential is great for this NEST side. A win next game against Strong Island would prove that NEST FC is definitely for real.
5. UMAD FC – Finding itself stuck in mid-table with one win and one loss, UMAD FC is a side that still should not be counted out. After rolling to a 3-0 opening victory over FreeBags, UMAD hit a bump in the road, getting trolled 3-1 by Strong Island and their awkward-but-somehow-effective 4-2-4 formation. Even at age 34, Shay French remains a crucial part of UMAD’s midfield, and despite a loss from a team with a history of somewhat inconsistent results, you can never truly count out manager HugoReyes and his ability to keep his team moving forward and challenging for the top spots. Certainly, UMAD will be in a fight to stay out of the relegation zone, but it’s a battle they are well-equipped for,
6. Mild-Mannered Men – Probably the shock of the season thus far has been the slow start of Season 2 champions Mild-Mannered Men. After drawing against Strong Island then falling 3-1 to NEST FC, manager Stroyent is working hard to get his team back in a groove. Top forward Nikolai Nesmachny has yet to find his scoring touch, but once he and his teammates find their form, only a total moron would rule out the possibility of a MMM title repeat. Still, with the smaller division resulting in a shorter season, Stroyent’s men will have to get on track sooner than later, or kiss their hopes of repeat glory goodbye.
7. Dynasty – With two losses in two games, Dynasty remains a puzzle wrapped in an enigma. Murikan postures himself as God’s gift to Xpert Eleven, and yet, his team has underperformed. Midfielder Dakota Gorski is given almost messianic reverence, but in actuality, has yet to tally a single goal or assist and has been largely invisible. Maybe Murikan’s approach to team-building has been somewhat misguided. Maybe his aging roster is just too old to be able to reach their form quickly enough in the shortened time constraints of a smaller division. What we do know is that Dynasty always picks their game up in the second half of the season. Whether or not it will be enough to save them from relegation is a whole other matter.
8. FreeBags FC - At this point, there is little that can be said about this once-proud former champion. Unless BagsFlyFree returns from his hiatus to lead his side to glory once again, the only drama regarding FreeBags will be whether they will finish the season winless, or manage to pull a magical ClingingMars-style result out of thin air every now and then.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Monday, August 9, 2010
Official II. Preseason Power Rankings
18-11. Bzzz FC - Finished 2nd to DOUK in last season's 18-1, this will be a team to be reckoned with. Just needs to be able to survive an injury to one of its strikers.
2. AC Jacksonville - Quite possibly the strongest team in the conference. The question is, will the team manage to break away from its reputation of >Mets of sp League.
3. Aussie Basements - Won >shaw season 2. Could use help in defense, but goalkeeper is class.
4. Oh The Lulz - Good attack, good goalkeeping, and good midfield. Defense could use some help, however.
5. Earth Federation - Shadow of its former self. Without Fsan, the team is in disarray. The team is still quality, but its results will depend on the manager's activity.
6. SoCal SV/bankees - New managers. Unpredictable.
9001. Panama Fudge Tunas - Will be in the bottom until PFT manager comes back. Great team, but riddled with injuries.
>shaw1. DOUK City FC - The class of the division, DOUK finished 1st in 18-1 the previous season, but has to be able to battle through early-season injuries.
2. Trollingham Town - Strong team. 2 great young strikers, versatile midfield, okay defense. Goalkeeping slightly above average.
3. The Good Game Kids - Slightly weak team. Needs help on midfield and attack, but experience could be key to promotion.
4. Widdly Scuds - Great, young attack, above average midfield, serviceable defense.
5. BRETTFAVRES - One of the better, more balanced teams, but the manager is new to the league. Could be a dark horse promotee.
6. Sancho WTF - Weak attack, but has a solid defense.
7. Handegg FC - Young, talented striker, and a solid midfieler, and serviceable defense.
8. Durperdean FC - New manager, probably destined for relegation.
BZZZZZZZZ: Preview of Season 3
The birds are chirping, Cruceh, NEST, and Divegrass are predicting championships, and Murikan is off of his meds, you all know what that means people:
BZZZZZZZZ Season starts soon.
We will preview the games that are to be played this week, and the power rankings heading into this season.
UMAD FC vs. FreeBags FC - HugoReyes can see this as a day off, as FreeBags FC is a husk of its former self. Manager FreeBags has failed to show up for a month now and the predictions for this team are grim.
UMAD FC has come off of a great season, pulling off impressive wins over the season, will look to continue the trend this season and try to dethrone Mild-Mannered Men as the /sp/ League Champion. He easily has the best shot out of what I see is the big three (MMM, Zeon, UMAD)
UMAD has a very balanced team altogether, and will see about pulling it all together this season, which I believe he will very early on.
Trollchester United vs. Dynasty - A Troll Bowl if there ever is one, D1V3GRA55 will try to get revenge against Dynasty for knocking his team out of playoff contention last season.
Trollchester United, if it has anything, is consistency. You would be hard pressed to find a team that is more consistent than the one D1V3GRA55 has pulled together. His Midfield is not very strong, but he makes up for it by being very aggressive on the pitch, usually attempting to reduce the influence of the Midfield to being as minimal as possible if he is outmatched on it.
What can be said about Dynasty is how the hell can manager Murikan make such strange calls for his squad and still win games? Say what you want about Murikan's choices for his lineup, his mind-numbingly erratic patterns, his inconsistency overall, is that he is a very skilled manager. That is the only way I could have seen him win so many games last season is his firm grasp on tactics and playcalling.
NEST FC vs. Principality of Zeon - NEST FC tries to establish itself as a force to be reckoned with, and what better way to show that then beating championship contender Principality of Zeon?
NEST FC this year has all the right pieces to making a championship run, it is just up to him to put all of the pieces together and make his team a well tuned machine. NEST. has playmakers everywhere on his team, and he could very well be a sleeper contender this season, that is if his players decide to show up to the games and actually play for the mostly disgruntled manager.
Cruceh has quite possibly the strongest team in the league, it is going to be up to him, however, to keep it that way. Principality of Zeon has a star Goaltender, a lockdown Defense, a strong Midfield and a decent Attack, they could win games with their defense alone. Cruceh is also among the elite when it comes to calling plays and tactics, being very strong in all of these fields makes Principality of Zeon the number one contender for taking Mild-Mannered Men's championship away from them.
Mild-Mannered Men vs. Strong Island - Stroyent tries to continue his championship caliber ways as Strong Island tries to find an identity for his team.
Mild-Mannered Men, what can't be said about this team besides they are very strong, Stroyent is a fantastic manager, and they have the momentum of a championship behind them. There are virtually no flaws with this team, and others understood that last year, as he only lost three times last season during his championship season. Teams will be hard pressed to find a weakness with this team and exploit it this season, it may very well be a repeat for Stroyent and the Mild-Mannered Men squad.
Strong Island is a very quiet team, not much comes out of the front office, the press does not cover him, which makes this team even more of an enigma. Since this team is such a mystery, however, they are one of the more interesting teams coming into Season 3. Strong_Island really had a lot of prowess managing his team as he started out strong, but slowed down in a dramatic fashion as the season dragged on. If this team has any hope of staying out of relegation, it will be saving all of that energy and preserving it throughout the season, I do not see this team going on a championship run anytime soon.
Match of the Day: Trollchester United vs. Dynasty
BZZZZZ Power Rankings: Preseason
1. Mild-Mannered Men: An incredibly strong team with virtually no holes, they have a very real chance at repeating.
2. Principality of Zeon: Very balanced team and a skilled manager to boot, do not take this team lightly as they will having Mild-Mannered Men's title in their sights all season.
3. Trollchester United: A consistent team, will be able to easily hold a third place position throughout the season.
4T. UMAD FC: I really can't say what will happen in the fourth spot, while he had impressive wins during last season, he also had very strange losses against obviously weaker teams, this team, if they can perform like they can against the juggernauts, will easily not relegate, but if they can't, the answer is in the air, it is a very cloudy situation for now.
4T. Dynasty: Their success depends on if Murikan can actually control his team. He is a skilled enough manager to finish as high as third, but that is if this team can be consistent enough, if they play like they did during the first half of last season, this team is an automatic relegation. Murikan is great with tactics, but an absolutely dreadful talent scout.
6. NEST FC: Let me set the record straight, NEST FC is in no way, shape or form out of the race, he may very well finish as high as 3rd place this season, but his success depends on how well his team will perform against the heavily favored big three.
7. Strong Island: A very strange team, I do no know where they fill finish, maybe they won't be relegated, maybe they will, since so little comes out from manager Strong_Island no one can really be sure but himself.
8. FreeBags FC: If FreeBags miraculously comes back before the season starts, he is a shoe in for the championship race, if not, then this team is an automatic relegation.
BZZZZZZZZ Season starts soon.
We will preview the games that are to be played this week, and the power rankings heading into this season.
UMAD FC vs. FreeBags FC - HugoReyes can see this as a day off, as FreeBags FC is a husk of its former self. Manager FreeBags has failed to show up for a month now and the predictions for this team are grim.
UMAD FC has come off of a great season, pulling off impressive wins over the season, will look to continue the trend this season and try to dethrone Mild-Mannered Men as the /sp/ League Champion. He easily has the best shot out of what I see is the big three (MMM, Zeon, UMAD)
UMAD has a very balanced team altogether, and will see about pulling it all together this season, which I believe he will very early on.
Trollchester United vs. Dynasty - A Troll Bowl if there ever is one, D1V3GRA55 will try to get revenge against Dynasty for knocking his team out of playoff contention last season.
Trollchester United, if it has anything, is consistency. You would be hard pressed to find a team that is more consistent than the one D1V3GRA55 has pulled together. His Midfield is not very strong, but he makes up for it by being very aggressive on the pitch, usually attempting to reduce the influence of the Midfield to being as minimal as possible if he is outmatched on it.
What can be said about Dynasty is how the hell can manager Murikan make such strange calls for his squad and still win games? Say what you want about Murikan's choices for his lineup, his mind-numbingly erratic patterns, his inconsistency overall, is that he is a very skilled manager. That is the only way I could have seen him win so many games last season is his firm grasp on tactics and playcalling.
NEST FC vs. Principality of Zeon - NEST FC tries to establish itself as a force to be reckoned with, and what better way to show that then beating championship contender Principality of Zeon?
NEST FC this year has all the right pieces to making a championship run, it is just up to him to put all of the pieces together and make his team a well tuned machine. NEST. has playmakers everywhere on his team, and he could very well be a sleeper contender this season, that is if his players decide to show up to the games and actually play for the mostly disgruntled manager.
Cruceh has quite possibly the strongest team in the league, it is going to be up to him, however, to keep it that way. Principality of Zeon has a star Goaltender, a lockdown Defense, a strong Midfield and a decent Attack, they could win games with their defense alone. Cruceh is also among the elite when it comes to calling plays and tactics, being very strong in all of these fields makes Principality of Zeon the number one contender for taking Mild-Mannered Men's championship away from them.
Mild-Mannered Men vs. Strong Island - Stroyent tries to continue his championship caliber ways as Strong Island tries to find an identity for his team.
Mild-Mannered Men, what can't be said about this team besides they are very strong, Stroyent is a fantastic manager, and they have the momentum of a championship behind them. There are virtually no flaws with this team, and others understood that last year, as he only lost three times last season during his championship season. Teams will be hard pressed to find a weakness with this team and exploit it this season, it may very well be a repeat for Stroyent and the Mild-Mannered Men squad.
Strong Island is a very quiet team, not much comes out of the front office, the press does not cover him, which makes this team even more of an enigma. Since this team is such a mystery, however, they are one of the more interesting teams coming into Season 3. Strong_Island really had a lot of prowess managing his team as he started out strong, but slowed down in a dramatic fashion as the season dragged on. If this team has any hope of staying out of relegation, it will be saving all of that energy and preserving it throughout the season, I do not see this team going on a championship run anytime soon.
Match of the Day: Trollchester United vs. Dynasty
BZZZZZ Power Rankings: Preseason
1. Mild-Mannered Men: An incredibly strong team with virtually no holes, they have a very real chance at repeating.
2. Principality of Zeon: Very balanced team and a skilled manager to boot, do not take this team lightly as they will having Mild-Mannered Men's title in their sights all season.
3. Trollchester United: A consistent team, will be able to easily hold a third place position throughout the season.
4T. UMAD FC: I really can't say what will happen in the fourth spot, while he had impressive wins during last season, he also had very strange losses against obviously weaker teams, this team, if they can perform like they can against the juggernauts, will easily not relegate, but if they can't, the answer is in the air, it is a very cloudy situation for now.
4T. Dynasty: Their success depends on if Murikan can actually control his team. He is a skilled enough manager to finish as high as third, but that is if this team can be consistent enough, if they play like they did during the first half of last season, this team is an automatic relegation. Murikan is great with tactics, but an absolutely dreadful talent scout.
6. NEST FC: Let me set the record straight, NEST FC is in no way, shape or form out of the race, he may very well finish as high as 3rd place this season, but his success depends on how well his team will perform against the heavily favored big three.
7. Strong Island: A very strange team, I do no know where they fill finish, maybe they won't be relegated, maybe they will, since so little comes out from manager Strong_Island no one can really be sure but himself.
8. FreeBags FC: If FreeBags miraculously comes back before the season starts, he is a shoe in for the championship race, if not, then this team is an automatic relegation.
Monday, July 19, 2010
WEEK 21 Recap: League
ALL-LEAGUE XPERT ELEVEN:
FORWARDS
Davenport, Trollchester United: 3 goals, 1 assist
Anrell, Panama Fudge Tunas: 2 goals
MIDFIELDERS
Tidlund, Prince FC: 3 assists
Anjos, Mild-Mannered Men: 1 goal, 2 assists
Watson, Trollchester United: 2 assists
Dudley, Trollchester United, 1 goal, 1 assist
DEFENDERS
Alcantara, Diveclub Grassfoot: Grade 10
Zadehin, Principality of Zeon: Grade 9
Mirzai, Principality of Zeon: Grade 9
Buxton, Bzzz AFC: Grade 8, 1 goal, 1 assist
GOALKEEPER
DeSando, AC Jacksonville: Grade 10
SUBSTITUTES
(FW) Danjou, Aussie Basements FC: 2 goals
(MF) Balboa, Aussie Basements FC: 2 assists
(MF) Spector, Strong Island: 2 goals
(DF) Garba, Bemidji Bullets: 2 assists, Grade 6
(DF) Petofi, Earth Federation: 1 goal, Grade 7
(GK) Modano, Real Richmond: Grade 9
Davenport, Trollchester United: 3 goals, 1 assist
Anrell, Panama Fudge Tunas: 2 goals
MIDFIELDERS
Tidlund, Prince FC: 3 assists
Anjos, Mild-Mannered Men: 1 goal, 2 assists
Watson, Trollchester United: 2 assists
Dudley, Trollchester United, 1 goal, 1 assist
DEFENDERS
Alcantara, Diveclub Grassfoot: Grade 10
Zadehin, Principality of Zeon: Grade 9
Mirzai, Principality of Zeon: Grade 9
Buxton, Bzzz AFC: Grade 8, 1 goal, 1 assist
GOALKEEPER
DeSando, AC Jacksonville: Grade 10
SUBSTITUTES
(FW) Danjou, Aussie Basements FC: 2 goals
(MF) Balboa, Aussie Basements FC: 2 assists
(MF) Spector, Strong Island: 2 goals
(DF) Garba, Bemidji Bullets: 2 assists, Grade 6
(DF) Petofi, Earth Federation: 1 goal, Grade 7
(GK) Modano, Real Richmond: Grade 9
WEEK 21 Recap: /a/ Division
| Team | GP | Points | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD |
| Tokyo Hello Kitties | 21 | 55 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 48 |
| Husie IF | 21 | 48 | 14 | 6 | 1 | 37 |
| Real Handegg | 21 | 36 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 8 |
| Spichez | 21 | 36 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 7 |
| Beast Mode SC | 21 | 36 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 7 |
| Prince FC | 21 | 28 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 4 |
| Allahu Akbars | 21 | 24 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 1 |
| Earth Federation | 21 | 23 | 5 | 8 | 8 | -1 |
| Bemidji Bullets | 21 | 21 | 5 | 6 | 10 | -10 |
| Magnets United | 21 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 11 | -12 |
| dividedunity | 21 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 12 | -16 |
| Polaris SC | 21 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 19 | -73 |
Way down in /a/ division with one game to play there aren't too many important games left, but Week 21 set things in motion for a final match day promotion showdown. A final note is Tokyo Hello Kitties' run at perfection: as it stands, they've set records for every category and only need a win at home to be the second team to finish the season without a loss.
Tokyo Hello Kitties' (1st, 55pts, +48) blemish-free streak continued with a crucial 3-1 victory over Spichez (4th, 36pts, +7). While the win might mean very little to the Kitties, who sealed promotion last week, the loss dropped Spichez into 4th and out of the promotion zone. Real Handegg (3rd, 36pts, +8) took advantage, slighting dividedunity (11th, 15pts, -16) 1-0.
There's a three-way tie on points between 3rd and 5th with Beast Mode SC (5th, 36pts, +7) rounding out the trio, who kept pace with a 1-0 defeat of Magnets United (10th, 20pts, -12). Husie IF (2nd, 48pts, +37) drew with Earth Federation (8th, 23pts, -1) 1-1 but Husie is in no danger.
Prince FC (6th, 28pts, +4) trounced Polaris SC (12th, 4pts, -73) 4-0, and for every positive record set by Tokyo Hello Kitties, a negative one is set by Polaris, the crown jewel being a whopping goal differential of negative seventy-three. Bemidji Bullets (9th, 21pts, -10) might be amping themselves up to spoil the Hello Kitties, rolling over the Allahu Akbars (7th, 24pts, +1) 3-1.
Tokyo Hello Kitties' (1st, 55pts, +48) blemish-free streak continued with a crucial 3-1 victory over Spichez (4th, 36pts, +7). While the win might mean very little to the Kitties, who sealed promotion last week, the loss dropped Spichez into 4th and out of the promotion zone. Real Handegg (3rd, 36pts, +8) took advantage, slighting dividedunity (11th, 15pts, -16) 1-0.
There's a three-way tie on points between 3rd and 5th with Beast Mode SC (5th, 36pts, +7) rounding out the trio, who kept pace with a 1-0 defeat of Magnets United (10th, 20pts, -12). Husie IF (2nd, 48pts, +37) drew with Earth Federation (8th, 23pts, -1) 1-1 but Husie is in no danger.
Prince FC (6th, 28pts, +4) trounced Polaris SC (12th, 4pts, -73) 4-0, and for every positive record set by Tokyo Hello Kitties, a negative one is set by Polaris, the crown jewel being a whopping goal differential of negative seventy-three. Bemidji Bullets (9th, 21pts, -10) might be amping themselves up to spoil the Hello Kitties, rolling over the Allahu Akbars (7th, 24pts, +1) 3-1.
WEEK 21 Recap: >shaw Division
| Team | GP | Points | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD |
| Aussie Basements FC | 21 | 43 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 25 |
| Torquay Trolls | 21 | 43 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 23 |
| FC Waco | 21 | 42 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 19 |
| FC Namtaf | 21 | 37 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 11 |
| murdertrain | 21 | 36 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 13 |
| The Revenants | 21 | 35 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 12 |
| Diveclub Grassfoot | 21 | 31 | 7 | 10 | 4 | 9 |
| Cockney Welders | 21 | 29 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 4 |
| FC LUCAS | 21 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 13 | -27 |
| Friendly Belgians FC | 21 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 14 | -27 |
| Manchester Yellows | 21 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 14 | -31 |
| Shoreline Wild | 21 | 11 | 2 | 5 | 14 | -31 |
Because of the uneven amount of teams, both >shaw and /a/ Divisions will finish their respective seasons 4 weeks before the others. Only one week remains, and while the three promoted teams from >shaw have long since been decided, there's some drama at the bottom. We'll start at the relegation zone.
Shoreline Wild (12th, 11pts, -31) drew 1-1 with murdertrain (5th, 36pts, +13) at home, which will undoubtedly derail their bid to stay in >shaw. They'll need a win in the last week and hope for the best. Luck might be on their side, as the Manchester Yellows (11th, 13pts, -31), lost to The Revenants (6th, 35pts, +12) at home 0-1. A 0-3 loss to Aussie Basements FC (1st, 43pts, +25) put Friendly Belgians (10th, 13pts, -27) back in the relegation zone in lieu of FC LUCAS (9th, 14pts, -27), who played spoiler by drawing with FC Waco (3rd, 42pts, +19).
With three points left to play for, there were no other meaningful matches aside from FC Namtaf's (4th, 37pts, +11) 2-2 draw with Diveclub Grassfoot (7th, 31pts, +9). Namtaf needed a huge win to have any chance at promotion after last week's draw, but coming back from being down 2-0 at halftime was not enough.
Torquay Trolls (2nd, 43pts, +23) hung onto a first half goal to defeat Cockney Welders (8th, 29pts, +4) 0-1 and were rewarded, along with Aussie Basements FC, with a free bump up in the rankings at the expense of FC Waco. Regardless, all three teams have secured promotion.
Shoreline Wild (12th, 11pts, -31) drew 1-1 with murdertrain (5th, 36pts, +13) at home, which will undoubtedly derail their bid to stay in >shaw. They'll need a win in the last week and hope for the best. Luck might be on their side, as the Manchester Yellows (11th, 13pts, -31), lost to The Revenants (6th, 35pts, +12) at home 0-1. A 0-3 loss to Aussie Basements FC (1st, 43pts, +25) put Friendly Belgians (10th, 13pts, -27) back in the relegation zone in lieu of FC LUCAS (9th, 14pts, -27), who played spoiler by drawing with FC Waco (3rd, 42pts, +19).
With three points left to play for, there were no other meaningful matches aside from FC Namtaf's (4th, 37pts, +11) 2-2 draw with Diveclub Grassfoot (7th, 31pts, +9). Namtaf needed a huge win to have any chance at promotion after last week's draw, but coming back from being down 2-0 at halftime was not enough.
Torquay Trolls (2nd, 43pts, +23) hung onto a first half goal to defeat Cockney Welders (8th, 29pts, +4) 0-1 and were rewarded, along with Aussie Basements FC, with a free bump up in the rankings at the expense of FC Waco. Regardless, all three teams have secured promotion.
WEEK 21 Recap: Division 18-1
| Team | GP | Points | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD |
| Panama Fudge Tunas | 19 | 46 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 27 |
| DOUK City FC | 19 | 44 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 31 |
| Bzzz AFC | 20 | 41 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 35 |
| AC Jacksonville | 19 | 36 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 26 |
| Widdly Scuds | 19 | 36 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 12 |
| Trollingham Town | 19 | 34 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 19 |
| Oh The Lulz | 20 | 32 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 9 |
| Laid-Off Autoworkers | 19 | 27 | 8 | 3 | 8 | -10 |
| Sancho WTF | 20 | 21 | 6 | 3 | 11 | -4 |
| Handegg FC | 20 | 19 | 6 | 1 | 13 | -22 |
| Vikingstad FC | 20 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 16 | -39 |
| Complete Fuckups | 19 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14 | -31 |
| Mudgeeraba FC | 19 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 15 | -53 |
As Panama Fudge Tunas and DOUK City duke it out for the top spot, the race for the third and final promotion spot heats up. With three teams outside the promotion zone still realistically in the hunt, it'll come down to the wire. Similar to BZZZZZZZ, the three relegation spots are more or less accounted for, so there's plenty for complacency in the middle of the pack.
Panama Fudge Tunas (1st, 46pts, +27) slipped back into first place after beating Vikingstad FC (11th, 8pts, -39) 2-0 thanks to two second half goals. The margin of error is quite slim, however, as they're only 2 points clear in first and 10 points from fourth. DOUK City FC (2nd, 44pts, +31) had a bye. Rounding out the top three is Bzzz AFC (3rd, 41pts, +35), who edged out Widdly Scuds (5th, 36pts, +12) 3-2 thanks to an 80th minute goal and a missed penalty. However, they're the only team in the promotion zone that has played 20 games.
Thanks to Widdly Scud's loss, coupled with a 2-1 victory over Sancho WTF (9th, 21pts, -4), AC Jacksonville (4th, 36pts, +26) was able to climb into 4th place. Still, the pressure is on after last season's collapse, and things aren't made any easier as they're only 2 points ahead of Trollingham Town (6th, 34pts, +19), who trounced Handegg FC (10th, 19pts, -22) 4-0. The window is rapidly closing on Oh The Lulz (7th, 32pts, +9), who edged out Mudgeeraba FC (13th, 6pts, -53) 1-0 away from home to stay in the promotion race. Having played 20 games, they only have 12 points left to play for and at best can place only 3rd.
At the bottom half of the table Laid-Off Autoworkers (8th, 27pts, -10) won a tight affair 1-0 over Complete Fuckups (12th, 7pts, -31) to secure their spot in 18-1 next season. Vikingstad FC, Complete Fuckups, and Mudgeeraba FC can collect (at best) 20, 22, and 21 points so there is a slight chances that Sancho WTF and Handegg FC can be relegated yet.
Panama Fudge Tunas (1st, 46pts, +27) slipped back into first place after beating Vikingstad FC (11th, 8pts, -39) 2-0 thanks to two second half goals. The margin of error is quite slim, however, as they're only 2 points clear in first and 10 points from fourth. DOUK City FC (2nd, 44pts, +31) had a bye. Rounding out the top three is Bzzz AFC (3rd, 41pts, +35), who edged out Widdly Scuds (5th, 36pts, +12) 3-2 thanks to an 80th minute goal and a missed penalty. However, they're the only team in the promotion zone that has played 20 games.
Thanks to Widdly Scud's loss, coupled with a 2-1 victory over Sancho WTF (9th, 21pts, -4), AC Jacksonville (4th, 36pts, +26) was able to climb into 4th place. Still, the pressure is on after last season's collapse, and things aren't made any easier as they're only 2 points ahead of Trollingham Town (6th, 34pts, +19), who trounced Handegg FC (10th, 19pts, -22) 4-0. The window is rapidly closing on Oh The Lulz (7th, 32pts, +9), who edged out Mudgeeraba FC (13th, 6pts, -53) 1-0 away from home to stay in the promotion race. Having played 20 games, they only have 12 points left to play for and at best can place only 3rd.
At the bottom half of the table Laid-Off Autoworkers (8th, 27pts, -10) won a tight affair 1-0 over Complete Fuckups (12th, 7pts, -31) to secure their spot in 18-1 next season. Vikingstad FC, Complete Fuckups, and Mudgeeraba FC can collect (at best) 20, 22, and 21 points so there is a slight chances that Sancho WTF and Handegg FC can be relegated yet.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
WEEK 21 Recap: BZZZZZZZ Division
| Team | GP | Points | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD |
| Mild-Mannered Men | 19 | 44 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 27 |
| UMAD FC | 19 | 39 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 25 |
| Principality of Zeon | 19 | 39 | 12 | 3 | 4 | 24 |
| Trollchester United | 19 | 39 | 12 | 3 | 4 | 24 |
| FreeBags FC | 20 | 37 | 11 | 4 | 5 | 24 |
| Earth Federation | 19 | 33 | 10 | 3 | 6 | 7 |
| Dynasty | 20 | 32 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 15 |
| NEST FC | 20 | 25 | 8 | 1 | 11 | -3 |
| The Good Game Kids | 19 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 1 |
| Strong Island | 19 | 24 | 7 | 3 | 9 | -2 |
| Real Richmond | 19 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 13 | -25 |
| Hamilton Hawks FC | 20 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 15 | -47 |
| West Ham Olympic | 20 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 18 | -70 |
With 15 points left to fight over in the top flight, there are 7 teams that still have a chance, mathematically at least, at earning top honors in the BZZZZZZZ Division. Still, with 2 of 3 teams at the bottom already relegated, plenty of teams will be content to simply earn the required Development Points and challenge next season.
Mild-Mannered Men (1st, 44pts, +27) had an easy week, crushing a hapless West Ham Olympic (13th, 4pts, -70) that's quickly setting records for worst team in league history 5-1. They'll need it, as there's a three-way tie for second only 5 points behind, while 5th and 6th are 11 and 12 points behind respectively.
Trollchester United (4th, 39pts, +24) effectively ended NEST FC's (8th, 25pts, -3) chance at a run at the title with a 5-1 defeat. After defeating FreeBags FC (5th, 37pts, +24), Principality of Zeon (3rd, 39pts, +24) and Trollchester leapfrogged the defending champions. Trollchester along with Principality of Zeon are tied on points and goal differential, with Zeon ahead by merit of goals scored. UMAD FC (2nd, 39pts, +25) had a bye week.
Earth Federation (6th, 33pts, +7) has failed to live up to the pedigree inherited by SP Sultans, losing 1-6 to Strong Island (10th, 24pts, -2). Dynasty's (7th, 32pts, +15) impressive win streak was ended with a disappointing away draw to Real Richmond (11th, 12pts, -25). Earth Federation and Dynasty aren't too far off, but will need to pick up the pace if they want to have a legitimate chance at the title. If not, however, then they have plenty of room for error if they're looking to settle down and wait 'til next year. The only team in the relegation zone that HASN'T been mathematically relegated is Real Richmond, but they're 12 points behind the next team.
The Good Game Kids (9th, 24pts, +1) will probably feel aggrieved at an away draw again Hamilton Hawks (12th, 9pts, -47) but along with NEST FC and Strong Island would need to avoid all but an truly monumental collapse to be relegated.
Mild-Mannered Men (1st, 44pts, +27) had an easy week, crushing a hapless West Ham Olympic (13th, 4pts, -70) that's quickly setting records for worst team in league history 5-1. They'll need it, as there's a three-way tie for second only 5 points behind, while 5th and 6th are 11 and 12 points behind respectively.
Trollchester United (4th, 39pts, +24) effectively ended NEST FC's (8th, 25pts, -3) chance at a run at the title with a 5-1 defeat. After defeating FreeBags FC (5th, 37pts, +24), Principality of Zeon (3rd, 39pts, +24) and Trollchester leapfrogged the defending champions. Trollchester along with Principality of Zeon are tied on points and goal differential, with Zeon ahead by merit of goals scored. UMAD FC (2nd, 39pts, +25) had a bye week.
Earth Federation (6th, 33pts, +7) has failed to live up to the pedigree inherited by SP Sultans, losing 1-6 to Strong Island (10th, 24pts, -2). Dynasty's (7th, 32pts, +15) impressive win streak was ended with a disappointing away draw to Real Richmond (11th, 12pts, -25). Earth Federation and Dynasty aren't too far off, but will need to pick up the pace if they want to have a legitimate chance at the title. If not, however, then they have plenty of room for error if they're looking to settle down and wait 'til next year. The only team in the relegation zone that HASN'T been mathematically relegated is Real Richmond, but they're 12 points behind the next team.
The Good Game Kids (9th, 24pts, +1) will probably feel aggrieved at an away draw again Hamilton Hawks (12th, 9pts, -47) but along with NEST FC and Strong Island would need to avoid all but an truly monumental collapse to be relegated.
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