Tue Dec 05, 2006 11:59 pm
Well that was a victory snatched from the jaws of defeat and despite both sides having numerous chances, Bury didn't take theirs and ours we were gifted courtesy of the substitute linesman who flagged that the ball had crossed the line the first time before it was handled on the line after the second shot. The ref pointed to the spot but his attention was drawn to the linesman and after a quick chat signalled a goal! From that point there seemed only one team in it as we pressed forward although Bury remained dangerous on the break. The second goal came courtesy of the goalkeeper, who had previously been treated for a leg injury after clashing with Butler, when the corner was taken he failed to move to collect the ball and it was gratefully headed over the line by Sam. One of their outfield players took his shirt as he was substituted immediately, I thought he was a decent keeper prior to his injury after he had made two excellent saves from Butler.
Great performance from Roper, my man of the match, Butler was excellent as was Ince who made two fantastic saves, Mark Wright once again produced a few dangerous moments from crosses and a remarkable volley to keep the ball in play which led to the corner from which we scored the winner. Westwood looked a little dodgy and persistantly kept passing the ball out of play although his link up play with wright in the second half gained him a few plus points.
Nine points clear, an average performance away from home and another crap report from Cully, roll on Saturday.