Liga Mundo - Season 7

[Voobaha]

Liga Mundo ELO for week ending 12 January 2010

1. VolNation Volunteers 1323 (NC)

2. Dun Carrig Bohs 1319 (+4)

3. Atletico Luz Del Mar 1313 (-1)

4. FC Jekerger 1300 (-1)

5. Arcadia FC 1295 (NC)

6. SiPS 1264 (-2)

7. Voobaha National 1261 (+1)

8. Nordheim Badgers FC 1260 (-1)

9. Transvaal Springboks 1233 (NC)

10. Keville United FC 1221 (NC)

11. Jianada United 1205 (+2)

12. A.M. Adepts FC 1201 (+2)

13. S Team 1196 (-2)

14. Swamplandia Sinners 1190 (-2)

15. 1984 Duckies FC 1189 (-3)

16. Estrella Roja 1185 (-2)

17. Spartak MK 1171 (-1)

18. Atletica Vinilandes 1166 (+1)

19. Atletico Melloria 1159 (-1)

20. Roma Reds 1116 (NC)

21. Texas 1108 (NC)

22. El Entrego 1093 (+4)

23. Compostela Artois 1092 (NC)

24. Irlande 1085 (-2)

25. RMI Armed Forces FC 1079 (-1)

26. PEI FC 1064 (-1)

27. Dinamo Sano 1048 (NC)

[Cataduanes]

Roja are struggling

[Botha]

PremierApex, is there any way to scramble the fixtures so it doesn't just repeat the starting fixtures backwards at the end of the season - doesn't seem too realistic to me.

No. That is how the game generates schedules for all leagues. It's been particularly brutal in the Nordreich Liga for triple- and even quad-headers.

[PremierApex]

Not a bad drop in the ELO, and i got Junior Cabanas back from injury-wish it was Taja though who is still out probably for the rest of the month.

ALDM Youth Sensation Arlindo Kaká is still on the Liga Mundo transfer window, if you are interest-send me a message and we will begin conversations and negotiations.

[Arcadian Empire]

I haven't been on here in ages...

Well, let's see - I'm shocked about VolNation and ALDM losing out in the semi-finals. Perhaps, a 3rd Place Playoff should ensue?

[steodonn]

2-0 first leg of the cup but one of my defenders is out for a few weeks

COME ON DUN CARRIG

[Botha]

ALDM Youth Sensation Arlindo Kaká is still on the Liga Mundo transfer window, if you are interest-send me a message and we will begin conversations and negotiations.

Check your inbox...

[PremierApex]

Crack the cigar, Arlindo Kaká is a 'Bok Nice pick up, I am looking forward to facing the second former ALDM players in the Primera.

'Boh ball is back! wow what a showing in the first leg of the final.

[Botha]

Crack the cigar, Arlindo Kaká is a 'Bok

As a replacement for Dick Witchge he has some rather large shoes to fill. Along with Hendrik van Schou, who was also acquired yesterday, he becomes part of the foundation for the third generation of the Springboks midfield.

[Voobaha]

Ligo Mundo ELO for week ending 19 January 2010

1. Dun Carrig Bohs 1343 (+1)

2. VolNation Volunteers 1340 (-1)

3. Atletico Luz Del Mar 1305 (NC)

4. Arcadia FC 1277 (+1)

5. Voobaha National 1276 (+2)

6. SiPS 1273 (NC)

7. FC Jekerger 1267 (-3)

8. Nordheim Badgers FC 1258 (NC)

9. Transvaal Springboks 1247 (NC)

10. A.M. Adepts FC 1216 (+2)

t11. Keville United FC 1206 (-1)

t11. Jianada Unired FC 1206 (+1)

13. Swamplandia Sinners 1193 (+1)

14. 1984 Duckies FC 1191 (+1)

15. Spartak MK 1184 (+2)

16. S Team 1181 (-3)

17. Atletica Vinilandes 1170 (+1)

18. Estrella Roja 1169 (-2)

19. Atletico Melloria 1152 (NC)

20. Roma Reds 1124 (NC)

21. Texas Longhorns* 1122 (NC)

22. Compostela Artois 1101 (+1)

23. Irlande 1075 (+1)

24. El Entrego 1074 (-2)

25. RMI Armed Forces FC 1069 (NC)

26. PEI FC 1064 (NC)

27. Dinamo Sano 1039 (NC)

*formerly Texas until 19 January

Edited January 19, 2010 by Voobaha

[V The King]

Damn, stedeonn. As expected our match was a goal fest. Shucks that my best defender was sent off at '81 - else your equalizing goal might not have happened with two minutes remaining.

[steodonn]

Damn, stedeonn. As expected our match was a goal fest. Shucks that my best defender was sent off at '81 - else your equalizing goal might not have happened with two minutes remaining.

It works for me

[Arcadian Empire]

4-0 loss to VolNation? I'm not even sure why we attacked away from home now...

[steodonn]

Dam I really like to cut it close against going up against Jekerger

[Kowalski]

Yet another close and barely-deserved win keeps our aim to be the first side promoted with a negative goal difference on track.

[V The King]

'68 Atlético Vinilandês 3 - 4 Dun Carrig Bohs Own goal: The unfortunate player was Aníbal Paiva

I AM SO ANGRY FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU

[DinendelDucky]

I have only dropped 2 points in my last 3 games. Good run for a team in last place.

[Botha]

Mid-season report card

With the Liga Mundo campaign halfway in the bag, Transvaler Daaglikse Sportnuus now looks at the seven awards normally handed out by the club management and predicts who we think may end up winning silverware at the end of the season:

Prospect of the Season: NGWANE - Even though forward Milan Bosch has yet to see any senior playing time, the sheer potential of youngster Cetshwayo Ngwane is simply too overwhelming to ignore. Easily the best talent the club has landed since Detlef Botha four seasons ago - if not, even better than the chippy headhunter - strong off-season development progress could put serious pressure on the longterm feasibility to retain either McGorry or Froggnarson on the fullback.

Rookie of the Season: NGWANE or VAN SCHOU – Too close to call as there are five players in contention for rookie honours - although Nathan Archibald, whose play has been mediocre at best, hardly counts as a rookie considering his tenure playing for the Springboks in the UCFA. Van Schou has only played one match but has already impressed management. Ngwane’s accolades have already been mentioned. Strong debuts by ‘Poopie’ Kaká and Milan Bosch could make this a real horserace, but the favourite right now is Ngwane.

Most Improved Player: HÖRTNAGL or NORTHFIELD – After three seasons playing in the shadows as a substitute, Emmanuel Hörtnagl is currently in the midst of a breakout season and solidifying his position as a starter. He has taken the scoring lead on the Boks and it’s possible Emms could eclsipse his entire, previous points total this season. On the attack, Neil Northfield was brought in last season as a temporary fix but his strong scoring play in the El Invierno Clásico has cemented his staying power with the club despite questions surrounding his playing skill at this level. Edge to Hörtnagl as Northfield’s playing time has been mostly in the cup runs against sub-par squads.

Forward of the Season: NORTHFIELD – With veterans Charles Brennan and Balthazar Botha having mediocre production this season, Northfield’s unexpected overachievement in the cup runs gives him the favourite’s nod.

Fullback of the Season: BOEKWEG – The Springboks fullback line is solid, reliable, but generally unremarkable. Nathan Archibald has been disappointing so far, but yet not quite bad enough to brand him an outright bust. That leaves Joep ‘Radar’ Boekweg and captain Leon Hooiber, with the always dependable legend getting the nod over Captain Leon.

Midfielder of the Season: HÖRTNAGL – Rieger and Detlef have been struggling for goals this season while Henk Schot and Stien van Buyten both seem to coast along most games avoiding anyone’s attention, leaving the two midfield substitutes battling it out for the bridemaid’s honours. Mark Verwayen has had a strong first half but started dipping the last couple of week while Hörtnagl has slowly and steadily gained steam. Nod goes to Hörtnagl due to his versatility as both a competent playmaker in a pinch and penalty kicker.

Player of the Season: ALDERTON or HÖRTNAGL – Thurston Alderton is consistently one of the best goalkeepers in Liga Mundo and has been the backbone of the Springboks for many, many seasons. He carried them to the championship two seasons ago and if the Boks are able to mount a late-season season surge up the table, then it’ll be on account of him. Hörtnagl gets consideration on account of his career season and always making 150% of his often-limited playing time.

[Voobaha]

Liga Mundo for week ending 2 Feb 2010
(note: position changes are from week ending 19 January)

[b]1. VolNation Volunteers 1339 (+1)[/b]
2. Atletico Luz Del Mar 1329 (+1)
3. Dun Carrig Bohs 1327 (-2)
4. Transvaal Springboks 1292(+5)
5. SiPS 1280 (+1)
6. Voobaha National 1265 (-1)
7. FC Jekerger 1261 (NC)
8. Nordheim Badgers FC 1259 (NC)
9. Arcadia FC 1254 (-5)
10. A.M. Adepts FC 1227 (NC)
11. Swamplandia Sinners 1210 (+2)
12. Spartak MK 1195 (+3)
13. Jianada United 1190 (-2)
14. Atletico Melloria 1176 (+5)
15. Roma Reds 1173 (+5)
16. Keville United FC 1168 (-5)
17. Atletica Vinilandes 1144 (NC)
18. S Team 1135 (-2)
19. Estrella Roja 1131 (-1)
20. 1984 Duckies FC 1130 (-6)
21. El Entrego 1104 (+3)
22. Compostela Artois 1086 (NC)
23. RMI Armed Forces FC 1083 (+2)
24. PEI FC 1080 (+2)
25. Texas Longhorns 1078 (-4)
26. Dynamo Dorpat 1074 (-3)
27. Dinamo Sano 1003 (NC)

edited for typo (thanks, Steodonn)

Edited February 4, 2010 by Voobaha

[steodonn]

[b]1. VolNation Volunteers 1339 (+1)[/b]
2. Atletico Luz Del Mar 1[size="4"][b]2[/b][/size]39 (+1)
3. Dun Carrig Bohs 1[size="4"][b]3[/b][/size]27 (-2)

[DinendelDucky]

I would check your input for the Ducky results. we have won 3 games against (2 against higher competition) and drawn 2 in the past few weeks but still fell 6 spots?

[Botha]

[color="#008000"][b]’Boks moved to Namibia after nuke attack[/b]

Transvaal Springboks have been evacuated to Namibia after Johannesburg came under nuclear attack this morning. Although civilian casualties are reported to be light, in the face of widespread anarchy the Witwatersrand capital region has since been deemed ‘unsafe’ and ‘off-limits’ – making Loftus Versfeld unavailable for tomorrow’s cup match versus Atlético Vinilandês.

In the face of national tragedy, Vedder League X11 side Windhoek Welwitschia has once again offered their dilapidated stadium, known as The Khomasdal, as a temporary home to the Springboks.

“After today’s devastating attacks, the club executive considered disbanding or moving to a safe location outside of Transvaal, but after receiving a telephone call from Staatspresident Botha himself, who has specifically requested that the club continues operations within the Republic of Transvaal for the sake of national morale, we have now relocated to Windhoek in Namibia for the duration of this war” said Manager Bartnel Botha in a hurried statement made after arrival at Windhoek’s airport.

The Khomasdal hosted two Liga Mundo matches last year during the Karma War when anarchy broke out in Pretoria.[/color]

[Kevinho]

Bah. I just want to stay in a cup for a change. Damn the away goals rule!

[Botha]

[color="#000080"]Interesting, I face Voobaha National again in the second round of the cup[/color]

[Voobaha]

Dinendel Ducky writes: [quote]I would check your input for the Ducky results. we have won 3 games against (2 against higher competition) and drawn 2 in the past few weeks but still fell 6 spots?[/quote]

DD, great to see ya back on the boards. I double checked, all the entries going back the past 2 weeks (since last update on the 19th. you've hand two wins and one draw in three matches). Unfortunately, the math didnt change. I'm attributing it to the leap-frog from huge cup first round shockers from Melloria and Roma. Cup games are weighted heavier than basic league action.. goal differential even magnifies the effect. You're not getting any worse, but those teams just suddenly are looking a lot better. (BTW, your 5-0 thrashing of Texas has already given you a boost towards next weeks' rankings)

Botha writes: [quote]Interesting, I face Voobaha National again in the second round of the cup[/quote]

Go figure.. another round of 16 cup matchup. 2nd time this season. Historically, you're 4W 1D 1L against me (with the one loss in a friendly).. and the Nats get hammered every time we visit (3-0 friendly, 6-3 last year in Primera, 4-2 in Cup this year). I wouldnt worry too much if I were you.