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After over twelve years "in the dark" as it were, thanks to the careful planning of President Darrell Palmer and Minister for Sport Amina Jones we can finally see the return of Semarland to the multiversal stage. With the SFA having a hard reboot (now led by Kwame Nelson, one of the greatest Semar footballing figures), Palmer, Jones & Nelson have drawn up plans to make the SFA more sustainable and friendly to those in and around it. What caused Semarland to disappear from the world stage was so long was the immensure pressure faced in Semarland to produce footballing talent and what was once the nation's most loved sport and the best way to relax after work became a corporate machine, churning out player after player for international shipping, with clubs more concerned about profit margins and statistics rather than the actual football. Interest plummeted and just as Semarland seemed to be finding their feet internationally, both in UICA/IFCF competition and on the world stage, worldwide involvement ceased and it was back to the dark ages. Okay, dark ages is a bit extreme, but for all the infrastructure and what the league once was, it was certainly a shadow of it's former self.

Twelve years passed without much fanfare to the observing eye. The people of Semarland carried on working hard in the shadows to keep the sporting showcases running. Loyal fans turned up week in week out as they followed their teams home and away. Goals were scored, tears were shed. Players were signed and sold. Managers were sacked perhaps more often than usual as chairmen got frustrated their because their ridiculous investments failed to work out. From silverware to promotions and relegations to teams folding and rising from the ashes, quite a lot seemed to go on. But for what? The people of this country took pride in sharing their goings on with the rest of the multiverse and taking in the same of others, but without a medium to do that, they just kept themselves to themselves and waited for the moment in which sporting order would be restored and they could have another go.

Now, both Presidents in Palmer and Nelson have decided it's time for Semarland to reboot and return. Whilst it's going to surely take a while to get back to what they once had, and hopefully beyond, fans are more content and are ready for the ride. We're proud to show you the fruits of their labour, and we can't wait to get involved in international sporting affairs once more. Perhaps a bit less transfers than usual though. (We think). Here at sportsat.sem, you can find all the latest footballing news for your perusal - starting off with previews for the landmark 2050/51 Premarligaen and the divisions below. Over time, Sports Minister Jones hopes that basketball and handball will be amongst the sports to regain their popularity, but for now it's pretty much football-focused as the nation awaits a new era.

PREMARLIGAEN 2050/51 - TEAM PREVIEWS


AALEMARK SPORT:
Manager: Reon Richardson, 60; Captain: Donte Bonaventure, DC, 34; Star player: Amon Chalwe, AML, 22
Starting XI (4-4-1-1): Andreas Knutsen; Christian Mbola, Donte Bonaventure (c), Baffour Essien, Jurg Eikqvist; Amon Chalwe, Mame Biram Konate, Kingston Afrakomah, Yohannes Melksen; Yohannes Hutton; Karl Finnmelksson.
Boasting the longest-serving manager in the Premarligaen (even longer if you consider his tenure as a player), Reon Richardson is revered in Aalemark Sport history as a legend on and off the field. It's a shame then these last few years that "legend" term has worn off a little, for a man who has given so much to the small city of Aalemark that results on the pitch haven't been great. Relegation from the Premarligaen three years ago earnt them a short stay in the 2Ligaen before returning this season after finishing 2nd place last year, back in time for the reboot. Which is well-deserved if you consider how long they've spent there. The squad looks tired however - no doubt they're a high-end team in the second tier but in the top tier? We're not sure. Veteran captain Donte Bonaventure, who made his bow all those years ago and was considered by some to be on the brink of an international call-up, is still here and he has maintained he's got a couple more years left in him. The likes of Karl Finnmelksson, Mame Biram Konate and goalkeeper Andreas Knutsen are all long-serving playing staff as well but it's young winger Amon Chalwe who's got the fans on the edge of their seats at the moment. Some scintillating displays last year garnered some interest from mid-table teams in the top division, but Chalwe turned down any approaches and committed to Aalemark, signing a new four-year contract. It'll be a tough fight for them to stay at the top, and a rebuild is long overdue - only time will tell.

AESTAHAADE:
Manager: Abel Nkutu, 59; Captain: Serge Thioune, MC, 28; Star player: Karl Newbridge, DC, 24
Starting XI (4-3-3): Jonathan Corner; Karl Knutsen, Karl Newbridge, Ajayi Akpom, Landu Kabila; Romaine Parfitt, Serge Thioune (c), Michael Frempong; Yohan Baxberg, Deisson Sakho, Markus Jorlsson.
Once known for playing smooth and attractive football but never seeming to get the results to match, the long-suffering fans of Aestahaade have had their interest piqued with the appointment of journeyman manager Abel Nkutu. After spells at all the Jansberg clubs bar FC Jansberg (the team he actually played for!), Nkutu was appointed last season and led them to a tenth place finish, their highest in nine years. Predecessor Corteece Aberstanley began to bore fans with his more cautious, defensive brand of football and Nkutu shook things up by employing a 4-3-3-type formation that was popular in his spell at Sorensen Park Rangers. Captain Serge Thioune is the link between defense and attack in midfield and Romaine Parfitt is the creative spark whilst Michael Frempong anchors the middle of the park and looks to start progressive plays from deep. In honesty, the actual strike force isn't much to write home about, but the centre-back pairing of Karl Newbridge and Ajayi Akpom is amongst the best in the "bottom half" of the league. On the bench, look out for youngsters Kwame Mohammed (DMC) and Latrell Honeycombe (AMR), fresh faces who have recently penned professional contracts and have skipped the U20s phase with an early promotion to the first team.

EIKBORG CLUB:
Manager: Eric Nti-Bonso, 47; Captain: Shone Andrews, DC, 34; Star player: Kortney Delaware, DC, 21
Starting XI (3-2-3-2): Jayreece DeCourtney; Shone Andrews, Moses Micklefield, Kortney Delaware; Jan Nuuk, Bayron Purcell; Jordan Simonsen, Hakim Masters, Shakim Sanders; Johan Larsen, Mikel Moore.
At the end of the last "IFCF era", Eikborg Club were the team to beat. If you could. Three league wins in a row from 2036 to 2039 capped off their last golden age and despite a wealth of talent they've had over the years, have not managed to get there since. Captain Shone Andrews is amongst the last remnants from said era, breaking in once upon a time under the tutelage of the likes of Kadeem Bailey-Foster (now assistant manager) and Courtney Simms. Which paid off well, given the national consensus he is the country's greatest centre-back from the rebuilding years and is tipped for inclusion into the national squad upon their return to affairs. And the baton looks to be passed onto Kortney Delaware, whose performances over the last few years have been reminiscent of Andrews at that age. And there's even more depth beyond that - Moses Micklefield is tipped to be the third centre-back in the slightly bizarre but enjoyable to watch 3-2-3-2 that Eric Nti-Bonso has been employing recently. Whether the gap in age between Andrews and Delaware, Micklefield and Mondo Sorensen is a positive or negative we're not sure, but under the coaching of Bailey-Foster Eikborg fans surely have nothing to worry about. At the other end of the pitch, last season's acquisition from BT Klub Hakim Masters has adjusted to Premarligaen life well, whilst classic "target man" Johan Larsen has been a key source of goals after Kwaeome Richards' retirement. The name fans are probably most excited about though is 17-year old Kyren Yeboah, whose early promotion to the first team squad (or not so early given the amount of 18 and 19 year olds in the team) has got fans feeling confident again. Eleven years without a title is a very long time for a club of Eikborg's calibre, but the rebuild looks almost done with the amount of exciting young talent around the first team.

FC JANSBERG:
Manager: Kadell Stevens, 67; Captain: Stephen Boakye-Gyan, DC, 23; Star player: Loick Sorensen, ST, 25
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Russell Boakye-Yiadom; Kevin Rasmussen, Mark Bonstrom, Stephen Boakye-Gyan, Tyrique Ritchie; Soren Eccleson, Byron Mandanda; D'Jean Hamilton, Marcel Cortonwood, Chris Simmonds; Loick Sorensen.
Historically Semarland's most successful team - and certainly the most popular, FC Jansberg were very unlucky to miss out on the league title last season. Looking at their starting XI, we'd say about seven of those could probably start for Semarland on the international stage. Loick Sorensen is the jewel of the proverbial crown, and their star striker is tipped to be the best striker of this new era. Marc Lygaard and Kwame Nelson were considered the best strikers to come through the famed Jansberg academy, and whilst there was a host of good strikers who did go onto have good Premarligaen careers, none of them ever really made it at Jansberg. Javan Parfitt-Hendricks was a regular goalscorer but was signed from Kangemark Sport, so fans are pleased to see someone come through the academy scoring on a regular basis again. Look out for D'Jean Hamilton, a very exciting burst of creativity (yes, that's Tyae Hamilton's younger half-brother), Byron Mandanda, a battling, tough-tackling midfield dynamo and the acrobatic goalkeeper Russell Boakye-Yiadom, son of Kojo. Those three are still under-23 (all under-21 bar Hamilton) and will be part of the Jansberg core for years to come. Hopefully. If the owners don't start getting excited again should they return to the international transfer market and start selling all their best players. The only weak point is the lack of options off of the bench - half of them are "mid-table starters" who would struggle to break into the first team on a regular basis, the other half are albeit talented youngsters who haven't really been tested yet. Managerial wise, former FC Nuholm and Semarland manager Kadell Stevens took the reigns five years ago and hasn't done a bad job, with two league titles to his name, but it's anticipated he'll call time on his managerial career sooner rather than later. No doubt the board will be scouring the Premarligaen for a replacement and splashing the cash there, too.

FC KOLBERG:
Manager: Tunji Adebayo, 51; Captain: Axel Andersen, DMC, 31; Star player: Andre Driscoll-Glennon, DL, 26
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Lars Beckerstad; Andre Driscoll-Glennon, Karl Arne Steffansson, Shamar Cross, Diego Bonriou; Axel Andersen, Michael Osei; Amari Manila, Martin Doumbia, Kyneil Rowe; Johan Lubeck.
Perhaps the biggest "fall from grace" in the years we've been away would be that of FC Kolberg. Historically Challengers Cup challengers, or thereabouts, they were usually a reliable and resilient team. Key word: were. Some albeit strong criticism was "disinterested" and "lacklustre" under the stewardship of Daniel Andreasson so the board turned to Tunji Adebayo to take the helm this season. A bit of a gamble - he'd only been at 2Ligaen BT Klub for four years, and he's not had much time to change the squad he inherits. Don't get us wrong, there's some talent there - left-back Andre Driscoll-Glennon is amongst one of the best in the division, and young attacker Amari Manila could be a huge problem for opposition defences if he finds his consistency. The likes of Lars Beckerstad, Shamar Cross and Michael Osei are all reliable core members but there's some weak points in the XI that could lead to Kolberg coming undone. Martin Doumbia is by no means a "classic #10" - his physical prowess is unmatched, but if Kolberg want to start playing the free-flowing, smooth attacking football that Adebayo produced at BT Klub, Doumbia and "big man" Johan Lubeck may not fit into that system. Kyneil Rowe has struggled a lot with injuries in recent seasons, as has their "actual" attacking midfielder Stefano Bartlett (a steal three years ago from FC Matovallanen) and Karl Arne Steffansson has a bit of a nasty streak which could easily lead to a red card (he earned five last season!), but Adebayo has already promoted several youngsters to the first team squad. Young attacker Glenn Baah is the name to look out for - he plus defender JD Auxerre and striker Kennedy Chipansa could may well find themselves in the first-team by the end of the season. They're certainly not relegation candidates, but fans will hope for more than a mediocre mid-table finish this year than what they've gotten used to for the best part of ten years.

FC KVIST TOWN:
Manager: Marc Strand, 53; Captain: Carlton Jokelainen, DC, 25; Star player: Marcel Fearon, AMC, 19
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Sander Pierstad; Bruno Barton, Jemell Vereen (DSM), Carlton Jokelainen, Karl Hoyvik; Melchior Richardson, Johan Abramsson; Tre Carlyon, Marcel Fearon, Courtney Banton; Maxwell Jorgensen.
Based in the small town of Kvist, known as the "heart of Semarland" to locals (probably only them who would call it that) given it's technically Semarland's most central settlement, slap bang in the midlands - FC Kvist Town defied the odds and have solidified themselves as an actually half-decent mid-table team. Given they were in the lowest tiers once upon a time, they worked their way up through the leagues. It took them a couple of attempts to break through the 2Ligaen barrier, but upon appointment of Marc Strand as their manager - a huge coup given he was one of Semarland's greatest ever players (although he had relatively no managerial experiennce), it paid off massively. Kvist fans were in two minds, they'd either make it through (the best players make the best mangers, right?) - or more likely start falling through the cracks (he's barely been a first-team manager for long). But Strand pushed them through and has managed to keep them in the top flight since. Turning nearly all investment through the academy (see: Tre Carlyon and Marcel Fearon) and going for wise, low-cost acquisitions (Dutch Semar Jemell Vereen, released by FK Kemsterdam aged eighteen - or Sander Pierstad, struggling for game time at FC York) and a core of players that includes captain Carlton Jokelainen, who can be inspiring in central defence, and midfield anchor Melchior Richardson - it's a great and much-loved combination. They might be some way off IFCF football yet, but who's to say they won't make it there one day? Strand is proving to be a shrewd and resourceful manager and he's already mentoring club legend Jerry Enevoldsen, now first-team coach and the only player to ever score a hat-trick in every division from the Konferuuns Nord/Sud to the Premarligaen. The academy's investment has paid off too, with the likes of twin strikers Jens and Mikkel Hoyer and holding midfielder Jorgen Battle ready to push through and stake their claims for places in the first team.

FC MATOVALLANEN:
Manager: Esway Ansah, 47; Captain: Jasper Poulsen, MC, 30; Star player: D'Antony Malik, ST, 26
Starting XI (4-4-1-1): Ekim Bailey; Richmond Frempong, Mikkael Lindstrom, Christian Yohannes, Jordan Mukendi; Jokum Parwell, Jasper Poulsen, Simon Sinyangwe, Andre Ayandu; Tyrique Palmtree; D'Antony Malik.
Garnering a bit of a reputation as a "yo-yo" club now, Esway Ansah will be looking to shake that off and after a respectable 12th place finish last season, now is the time to build on that. With a cautious style of football, they aren't the most exciting team to watch and will often find themselves last on the highlights programmes. We witnessed a bit of a shift from that though at the close of last season - full-backs Richmond Frempong and Jordan Mukendi were founding overlapping their respective wingers, Tyrique Palmtree was maturing in that second-striker/advanced 10 role and D'Antony Malik was scoring more than usual. Malik is a natural goalscorer and is the focal point of the attack but the lack of wide creativity in the side is a problem. Parwell and Ayandu are getting on a bit and lack the pace they once had (hence Frempong and Mukendi's more attacking tendencies), and the 4-4-1-1 formation isn't exactly beneficial for wingers that like to get forward. The aforementioned Palmtree suits that behind-the-striker role quite well, and Simon Sinyangwe can be seen threading through some of the best through-balls we've seen in the Premarligaen when he's fit - he's hoping to put an injury-prone couple of years behind him. There's not a wealth of options on the bench in all honesty, bar defensive midfielder Patrick Mbidi who performed admirably when filling in for Sinyangwe - whilst he boasts more defensive steel, he lacks the long-range passing ability but is a great option to keep the midfield tight and secure. Young striker Jeremiah Chiluba looks an interesting prospect and will surely learn much from Malik, and young full-back Emar Ecclesfield will no doubt develop under the tutelage of the club's greatest ever full-back in manager Ansah.

FC NUHOLM:
Manager: Tunji Tunde, 54; Captain: Matthias Baxter, GK, 33; Star player: Chevone Clarke, AMC, 23
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Matthias Baxter; Ecuador Sorensen, Pascal Melbourne, Donell Brandon, Akim Hanley; Guillaume Bartley, Johannes Round; Carlos Chamakh, Chevone Clarke, Dejon Smith; Isaac Kjaer.
Tunji Tunde has assembled a bit of a "FC Nuholm-allstars" lineup in his coaching staff - Martell Chalobah, Kwade Thompson, Etienne Marshall and Marcel Thorbourne, with Max Mikkelmarkt heading up the academy. Since taking over from Isaac Mirallas four years ago, he's yet to break the top three but each season he's looked closer and closer in doing so. In honesty, there's a gap in quality between the defence (one of the best in the league) and attack (bar playmaker Chevone Clarke - the best in the league) which is what would perhaps be the root of their problems. Isaac Kjaer and Jamal Villa are decent poachers on their day but their calibre is perhaps mid-table - Challengers Cup contending teams at best. Wingers Carlos Chamakh and Dejon Smith go missing occasionally and seem to "look better" thanks to number 10 Chevone Clarke, and fans will be hoping to see young attacker Antoine Likenza and centre-forward Neo Sundstrom make their mark in the first team sooner rather than later. Defensively, they're one of the teams to bet, led by veteran goalkeeper and captain Matthias Baxter. The likes of Ecuador Sorensen and Pascal Melbourne are still in their early twenties so there's much more to come, and they're tipped for inclusion in the national team upon return to international competition. Johannes Round is a solid presence in midfield, and the famed Nuholm academy keeps churning them out. They may be a bit off what they once used to be, but they're certainly looking better than they were when Tunji Tunde took over and that's an improvement - and the fans seem happy.

FC YORK:
Manager: Reiss Nti-Bonso, 45; Captain: Ousseynou Kone, ST, 30; Star player: Knudt Courtois, DMC, 22
Starting XI (4-4-2): Sander Parsen; Jorgen den Lind, Kristoffer Melksen, Issah Boampong, Lino Motemba; Hachikoko Mtonga, Knudt Courtois, Per Lygaard, Mats Hutwell; Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne, Ousseynou Kone.
New manager Reiss Nti-Bonso kept FC York up by the skin of their teeth last season, and judging by their performances - there's a lot of work to be done. For starters, there's not much attacking flair - and for a manager known in his playing days for his attacking flair, he doesn't seem to be that much good at spotting it. Youngster Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne is literally made to be a #10 yet Nti-Bonso insists on playing a 4-4-2 with M.A.M playing just off captain Ousseynou Kone. Wingers Hachikoko Mtonga and Mats Hutwell have pace to burn but are stuck in a "wide midfielder" position, and well, it doesn't look great does it? This isn't the Reiss Nti-Bonso they were expecting? To be fair, he did join halfway through last season and was more focused on keeping them up rather than stamping out his desired playing style, so who knows. We're either going to see high-octane, fast attacking football or the dreary, keep it short-and-sweet displays of last season. Which might be good at keeping them up just about, but if they were going out we're sure the FC York fans would rather go out in style. Looking to the bench, several recent academy graduates make up the rest of the squad. Striker Ranell Beckton and holding midfielder Joachim Fjorsberg look the most interesting prospects, and battling midfielder Knudt Courtois is still fairly young at 22. He was the star of the show last season, the glue in midfield that kept it all together when it looked like it was going to crack, and fans will be hoping to see him and Fjorsberg keep it together for the years to come.

FRANSBORG SET NJILKAER:
Manager: Jakob Lunds, 57; Captain: Andreas den Lind, MC, 32; Star player: D'Nero Longa-Mbira, AML, 24
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Diego Clarke; Thorsten Norberg, Assane Sarr, Anthony Addai, Torsten Rochemback; Mark Brigholm, Andreas den Lind; D'Nero Longa-Mbira, Mikkel Matthias, Jesper Thorbourne; Tyshonne Rose.
Back to the East Coast now, and Fransborg set Njilkaer are flying high. Well, if top ten constitutes flying high. But it's a big improvement for once a guaranteed-mid-table club and they've got club legend and one of Semarland's greatest ever defenders in Jakob Lunds as their manager. Some might even say they're the second biggest team on the East Coast after Eikborg Club, and well, they're certainly more enjoyable to watch than FC Kolberg right now! D'Nero Longa-Mbira is proving he's not just in the team as Dio's son with some wonderful displays on the left-flank and has even filled in well as a striker like his father, whilst diminutive playmaker Mikkel Matthias has been a frequent source of assists for the last few years. Defensively they're pretty solid, with Assane Sarr and Anthony Addai providing sturdy foundations in the heart of defence, and veteran captain Andreas den Lind shows no signs of slowing down in midfield. Youngsters Isaac Makiadi (DMC), Jorgen Doncaster (MC), Caylen Hunter-Abram (FW) and Jaden Kasanga (ST) are amongst the names to watch on the bench, and fans will be hoping they can keep maintaining this surge in form and maybe push for some sort of IFCF qualification someday. And we forgot to mention - they're one of those teams that do very well in cup competitions. See: 2x SFA Cups and 3x Metro Cups in the past twelve years, which is by far the best showing from a non "big five" club.

JANSBERG LAGUNA:
Manager: Simon Marcssen, 63; Captain: Knud Jonsson, DMC, 32; Star player: Tyriq Clark-Anderson, AMC, 34
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Mads Courts; Jonatan Claresberg, Cyrus Congo, Adren Nevvik, Serge Mukende; Knud Jonsson, Max Newgate; Given Simukonda, Tyriq Clark-Anderson, Tevon Thomas; Jacob Carlstadt.
If a city's "second biggest club" was an honour, Jansberg Laguna have certainly lost in that recent seasons to cross-city rivals Sorensen Park Rangers after already being eclipsed by FC Jansberg. And to add insult to injury - they've stayed in the Premarligaen longer than SPR! Simon Marcssen's tactics are aging, Laguna's players are aging, and fans' patience is aging too. Key player Tyriq Clark-Anderson is by far the wrong side of 30 but he still manages to dictate play in midfield - albeit at a slower pace, and the likes of Serge Mukende, Knud Jonsson, Tevon Thomas and Jacob Carlstadt are all getting on a bit as well. Basically, a rebuild is overdue and there's plenty of young talent there, but Simon Marcssen is statistically the worst Premarligaen manager for giving youth a chance. Which is a shame. Many young talents have handed in transfer requests in past seasons to seek pastures new, and the Laguna faithful will be hoping twin full-backs Jordell and Jovon Remy, winger Surprise Ilunga and strikers Kadeem Clark and Micah Martin won't be doing so. Calls for Marcssen to leave have echoed for a while now, and no doubt he will should Laguna fail to stay up this year. On paper, they should - it just depends on whether they have the mentality to do so.

KA EASTLANDS:
Manager: Pascal N'kala-N'kala, 63; Captain: Valentin Lindroos, DL, 27; Star player: Leo Montpellier, ST, 27
Starting XI (4-3-3): Stefan Brandstrom; Valentin Lindroos, Abraham Acheampong, Devonte Poynter, Issouf Sarr; Par Clark, Nathan Kalambayi, Thor Brandt; Shadreck Makuka, Leo Montpellier, Kare Mikkel.
After spending a few years in the 2Ligaen, KA Eastlands are back in the top flight after finishing third place in the second division last season. In honesty, we're not sure if they'll stay up. Pascal N'kala-N'kala is a likeable manager who has spent most of his career with the "weaker" teams in the upper echelons, and his attacking style of football is always fun to watch. However, Eastlands look too weak for the top flight. Their defence is actually not too bad, with captain Valentin Lindroos and Devonte Poynter making the 2Ligaen team of the season, but goalkeeper Stefan Brandstrom has tendencies to flap a little bit - especially from set pieces. Leo Montpellier is the man leading the line up front and he finished last season with a respectable 18 goals, whether he can translate that form into the Premarligaen remains to be seen, but he's probably their best player and the man who probably will score the most goals for them this season. Should they go back down straight away, fans won't be too disheartened, with a promising crop of youngsters pushing through. Some of the Eastlands faithful would have rather stayed in the 2Ligaen an extra year or two to rebuild fully, and fans will be hoping to see the likes of Kaveon Etienne (ST), Cashon Cognac (AMC), Blaise Barker (DL) and Ronell Bailey (DC) get the same chances they were able to last season.

KANGEMARK SPORT:
Manager: Isaac Mirallas, 61; Captain: Ibrahim Souleymane, DMC, 24; Star player: Kevin Lindegaard, ST, 30
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Gaetano Jorgensen; Deniro Eastwood, Marco Cole, Rahim Nallo, Jaheim Santana; Ibrahim Souleymane, Malakai Jonsson; Claes Karlsson, Solomon Andreasson, Karl Linds; Kevin Lindegaard.
One of the most improved teams in recent years, Kangemark Sport have been bolstered by the appointment of Isaac Mirallas - previously of FC Nuholm. Mirallas has bought free-flowing, fast-paced football and has done terrific work with the academy. For starters - the average age of their first team is 24.5 but more impressively, the bench is 20.9. They're not the final product just yet - captain Ibrahim Souleymane is a talented defensive midfielder but has struggled with injuries over the years, and the attacking "3" of Claes Karlsson, Solomon Andreasson and Karl Linds could be improved upon. The stars of the show are no doubt talismanic striker Kevin Lindegaard, who is looking nervously over his shoulder with the promise of fearsomely talented young striker Ramello Marshall. Goalkeeper Gaetano Jorgensen is a hugely popular character within the team and an outside shout for the national team's #1 jersey, and 19 year old centre-back Rahim Nallo has attracted heavy interest from the likes of Krsthaven and Eikborg Club. The aforementioned Marshall, winger Nahom Teklemariam and midfielders Johan Quaison and Gervone Sorenstrom are just a handful of talented youngsters breaking through, and no doubt will see more first team involvement this season as Mirallas looks to build on Kangemark's 7th place finish this season. Top six or maybe even top five is not impossible, and fans will be eager to watch to see how this season pans out for the "Purple Storm".

KNABEN TOWN:
Manager: Soren Pedersen, 60; Captain: Yohannes Lindmuller, GK, 33; Star player: Jeremiah Quansah, DMC, 25
Starting XI (4-4-1-1): Yohannes Lindmuller; Yohann Parsons, Jesper Parwell, Seun Adebayo, Jeremie Mputu; Remaiah Sakala, Jeremiah Quansah, Jasper Haxstrom, Anders Devon; Stefan Huxley; Armand Kone.
Another new-ish name to those who've just got back into the Premarligaen, Knaben Town have been in the background for the last couple of years now and in fairness they are a relatively bland team. Veteran manager Soren Pedersen is another long-serving legend who's taken them from the lower tiers up to the top, and whilst they're yet to crack the top ten, they've always been safely away from the threat of relegation. On paper, no one really jumps out in the starting XI bar midfield maestro Jeremiah Quansah, who has attracted the interest of several rival clubs, and winger/wide-man Remaiah Sakala, but the team is comrpised of a well-oiled engine of players who just get the job done. They're not known for their most exciting style of football, and the fans wouldn't mind as much if that's what got them this far - it wasn't. When they were in the lower divisions they were known for their attacking prowess but ever since they made it to the Premarligaen they slowed it right down and some feel it's time for change. Perhaps it's time for the board to shuffle the deck a bit, and if another mid-table finish beckons, perhaps we may well be seeing something different this time next year.

KRSTHAVEN:
Manager: Marcel Labonne, 57; Captain: Jamal Barker, DMC, 25; Star player: Gennaro Ritchie, ST, 26
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Renell Jones; Rekim Amoah, Emran Eriksen, Gael Larsen, Karl Kvist; Jamal Barker, Johan Chevron; Rassam Karlsen, Jordan Askern, Juwon Akinola; Gennaro Ritchie.
Last season's champions, Marcel Labonne has won the league in two of his four seasons in charge at Krsthaven - not a bad return at all. Considering especially the majority of this team was hand-assembled by Labonne - bar captain Jamal Barker and star striker Gennaro Ritchie, Labonne showed his shrewd recruitment skills from the lower tiers (Jordan Askern & Karl Kvist from FC Slatslo & East Krsthaven United respectively), previous bench-warmers (Johan Chevron & Juwon Akinola) and a host of academy talents, such as Renell Jones and Rekim Amoah who only broke into the team last season, Krsthaven's former midfield general is every bit of a leader off the pitch as he was on it back in the day, and the fans are delighted to see a much more organised team then they were under the leadership of previous manager Matthias Karbruck. Despite their success last year, it was only by a thread, and there are some slights to be ironed out, but they'll definitely be ready to give FC Jansberg another run of their money in what will no doubt be a very close title race. Captain Jamal Barker is everywhere in the middle of the park and eked to be national team captain, and Gennaro Ritchie is one of those natural goalscorers who can consistently hit 20+ goals a season. Centre-backs Emran Eriksen and Gael Larsen, right-back Karl Kvist and creative midfielder Johan Chevron are all amongst those who are also in with a chance of an international call-up based on their performances last season, and nothing would satisfy the fans more to get bragging rights over FC Jansberg domestically with another title win and internationally with more call-ups.

MOLSBIK ARKJET:
Manager: Kwame Cole, 51; Captain: Rameses Kristoffersen, MC, 24; Star player: Bismark Boateng, ST, 24
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Casper Winter; Ramzan Yardim, Richard Rasmussen, Leander Kristensen, Sebastian Kvistergaard; Rameses Kristoffersen, John Omrore; Razak Nartey, Axel Asquilla, Lasse Jensen; Bismark Boateng.
Forever a team that would manage to get into the top four but never secure the league title, Kwame Cole's predecessor Deverick de Pierre managed to earn Molsbik Arkjet the Premarligaen in 2045-46, their first title since...*checks notes*...ever? Fans were sad to see de Pierre leave to become the national director of youth football last season, but his new replacement Kwame Cole looks to be settling in well. Third place again, but there's something about this current Arkjet team that portrays them as genuine title contenders. Captain Rameses Kristoffersen is the key in midfield, younger brother of club legend Saxon and in a similar mould. Bismark Boateng is of a similar calibre to the likes of Sorensen of FC Jansberg and Ritchie of Krsthaven, and attacking trio Razak Nartey, Axel Asquilla and Lasse Jensen are a joy to watch. The rest of their XI are solid and dependable as can be, and whilst they may not have that "star factor" like the attackers of the team, they're certainly a well-run unit marshalled by veteran goalkeeper Casper Winter. Looking to the academy, there's certainly good work going on with not one but two 17-year olds earning early promotions. Towering centre-back and Yohannes Weldemicael and ball-winning midfielder Weldu Bokretsion both made their debuts at the back end of last season, alongside powerful striker Rolando Gronkjaer (19) and defender Yoan Reveillere (18), so there's plenty of hope for the future. Cole is a talented manager, based on his performances last season and his time at Honeywell & Brighouse in the second division. He might not be the most experienced per se, but he certainly looks the man to keep Arkjet pushing forward, and maybe finally add another league title to their cabinet.

SORENSEN PARK RANGERS:
Manager: Mads Olsen, 60; Captain: Byron Nkumu, DC, 34; Star player: Yaw Richards, ST, 23
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Valentin Carlson; Moses Ngoy, Byron Nkumu, Treon Spears, Matthias Agbrigg; Martin Kasumu, Carlton Ware; Devon Corson, Melvin Larsen, Sadick Bediako; Yaw Richards.
Once upon a time, Sorensen Park Rangers was the "third club" of Jansberg - but if you remember, they leapfrogged Jansberg Laguna, all while being in the second division. Funnily enough, manager Mads Olsen was at the helm of FC Jansberg once upon a time, but after never really hitting the heights expected of him, he took a break from management before getting back with a job at SPR. "At least he didn't go to Laguna" thought the FC Jansberg fans, preferring he went to the smaller of their cross-city rivals, but now SPR are more of a direct threat - and whilst they won't be cracking international competion anytime soon, last season's 2Ligaen winners will certainly be exciting to watch, especially for the neutrals. Olsen is more suited to this team and he's worked magic. Veteran captain Byron Nkumu has been in the team for seventeen years and still has a bit left in the tank, the midfield partnership of Martin Kasumu and Carlton Ware is solid as a rock but it's striker Yaw Richards who's the main man at the moment. Just the 29 goals in the 2Ligaen last year, and he's a safe bet to replicate that form in the top division this season. Rather tall, he's just as capable with his feet as he is in the air and he turned down several approaches from bigger clubs to stay at SPR this season. Added to that, unlike a few teams he has two capable backups as well, which is a bit of a rarity these days. So, with the squad depth to match, we think SPR will definitely be safe this season. 18-year old centre-back Kwame Honeystrom is already in the mould of captain Nkumu, and he's tipped to be the successor in central defence and maybe one day the captaincy.

SPORTING MATROLVIK:
Manager: Matthias Karbruck, 64; Captain: Yacouba Zoundi, DC, 26; Star player: Edgar Kangwa, WBL, 22
Starting XI (3-4-3): Assane Diao; Yacouba Zoundi, Lameck Nyambe, Guirane Diop; Edgar Kangwa, Michael Idowu, Anders Larsen, Reece Nygaard; Jonathan Holstad, Richard Hreidarsson, Martin Eirstad.
Employing a slightly bizarre 3-4-3 type formation, Matthias Karbruck's Sporting Matrolvik can be so frustrating to watch if you're a fan. Boasting one of the more superior defences of the mid-table clubs, two capable midfield lynchpins and to crown it all...arguably one of the worst front threes in the league. Wing-backs Edgar Kangwa and Reece Nygaard boast soaring pace and pinpoint crosses yet centre-forward Richard Hreidarsson is getting a bit sluggish with age and was very wasteful in front of goal last season, struggling to convert many chances. Actual wingers Jonathan Holstad and Martin Eirstad are just...there? And yet manager Karbruck still sticks with them week in, week out. It's like they can do all the hard work, but the last, easy part is a mountain of a task? Anyway. A new centre-forward is a burning priority if Hreidarsson doesn't get his act together. Young wingers Jaheim Barry and Demarai Saunders will no doubt make an impact off the bench, ably backed up by Kangwa and Nygaard behind them respectively. Michael Idowu is the main creative force in midfield and Anders Larsen has been keeping things ticking over nicely for the best part of six years now. Karbruck is rumoured to be on the way out at some point. Eventually. And fans are crossing their fingers for Narlin Mbangi to take over and actually find a striker to replace the aging Hreidarsson. However, they face a fight on their hands to keep their key players, with the likes of Kangwa, Idowu and captain Yacouba Zoundi gaining interest from a handful of clubs recently.

SPORTING SAINT ADRENSBURG:
Manager: Danny Boateng, 46; Captain: Lyrone Eastwood, MC, 27; Star player: Kyrone Paris, AMR, 25
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Moncell Aboubacar; Par Jorgensen, Rasmus Holm, Blaise Burgess, Carmelo Cook; Martin Amoah, Lyrone Eastwood; Chadrack Nkutu, Eric Muloko, Kyrone Paris; Lasse Norregaard.
The "surprise package", as it were, of the last twelve years, Sporting Saint Adrensburg won the Premarligaen twice under the leadership of Cortell Carrasco. Now, Carrasco and his entire coaching team have been poached by the SFA to lead the national side so with the board trying to keep things as internal as possible, they've basically promoted the mirror of Carrasco and his backroom of assorted SSA legends from the academy. Enter, Danny Boateng - SSA fan favourite for many years. Whilst they last won the league in 2044-45, they've always been in the top six and Boateng will be hoping to continue that tradition and maybe break a bit higher if possible. Captain Lyrone Eastwood is the younger brother of former captain Cyrone, and creative winger Kyrone Paris will no doubt be on the top end of the assist charts this season. Striker Lasse Norregaard is your classic poacher, ably finishing up the chances given to him by Paris and co, and goalkeeper Moncell Aboubacar marshalls the solid defence in front of him. The likes of Eastwood, Rasmus Holm, Martin Amoah and likely substitute striker Kasper Rigge, a very classic fox-in-the-box type who will be brought on to undo the hard work of opposing teams late on, were all part of the last title-winning side and they will look to pass on their experience to a host of promising youngsters, including defensive midfielder Moise Gatlin-Brandy, who is considered the cream of the proverbial crop, striker Johan Castro and no nepotism at all, manager's son D.J. Boateng, who will be looking to show his inclusion in the squad is purely on sporting merit and not just because he's Danny Boateng Junior. And if you saw him in his handful of cameos last season, you'll know the talent is definitely there. All in all, it should be a good season for SSA as they embark on a new-ish era. Carrasco is a big loss, but Boateng did a sterling job with the academy and with the tools at his disposal he should do well.

SPORTING SOLSHOLM:
Manager: Andre Carlstadt, 51; Captain: Sol Nordstrom, MC, 33; Star player: Carlos Bergmark, DMC, 25
Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Kevin Yamoah; Daniel Enevoldsen, Rohan Ansah, Mathias Marcssen, Marcel Mears; Carlos Bergmark, Sol Nordstrom; Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard, Maxim Andersson, Jemal Woods; Jonathan Yeboah.
And last but certainly not least. Some say they have the most ridiculous home kit in the league (we're quite partial to the fluorescent lime home shirt of Sporting Solsholm ourselves), Andre Carlstadt's side have turned Lime Tree Grove into a fortress in recent years, and much like the likes of Kangemark Sport, they're one of the most improved teams in recent years, consistently cracking the top ten for the last seven years now. Captain Sol Nordstrom and attacker Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard are amongst the oldest regular starters in the league, but the youthful exuberance of these guys keep them propelling upwards. Carlos Bergmark is their midfield metronome and defensive protector all in one, giving captain Nordstrom even more creative freedom and the 35 year old Sorensgaard is a huge set piece specialist, whilst Jonathan Yeboah is a capable and clinical finisher. Again, they're more of a well-ran team than one of individual allstars, but they're still great fun to watch (especially in those kits). The likes of winger Erik Martin, centre-backs Elias Parstrom and Emerson Devante and most of all midfielder Kamal Assubonteng (son of club legend Richard) are the key starlets fans have high hopes for, and Carlstadt has done a great job at integrating the academy into the first team, though it's been a while since a graduate has managed to break in on a regular basis bar centre-back Rohan Ansah. Top ten will be the aim again this season, and before long fans will be hoping they can push into the qualifying places for international competition.
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Postby Semarland » Mon Aug 07, 2023 10:13 am

Moving on, we'll take a brief look at the rest of the "football pyramid", as it were. The SFA are hoping with the return to IFCF football there will be a resurgence in interest in the lower footballing leagues, espcially now the 2Ligaen boasts Liga B Champions Trophy qualification as well as the possibility of promotion to the top tier. Clubs face a harder fight to survive now, with a handful of teams almost on the brink of administration - a few were unlucky enough to fold completely over the last twelve years or so. There was a high number of amateur teams applying for professional status to replace them, and over the years we have seen the likes of Kangemark Docklands, an interesting project from the same board behind the short-lived Maville-Luna; Tornado Haeden, who haven't quite been the whirlwind they'd have hoped as they languish in the Konferuuns Nord; and Yonasberg United, formed from a merger between the two Yonasberg clubs who both folded within a year of each other in 2048. Whilst none of these have made a substantial impact on the pyramid as of yet, the progression from amateur to semi-professional and possibly professional has opened up an interesting debate on relegation/promotion from the regional conferences, and there is talk of a further expansion on the cards in the years to come. For a mathmetical observation, there are 156 teams in the pyramid, 92 professional and 64 semi-professional. Should an expansion take place, it's possible the structure could expand by 100 to accomodate for 256 teams and a possible straight-knockout SFA Cup which would be quite fun. Or not, depending on your viewpoint.

We'll take a quick look over the rest of the leagues soon, but first - on the topic of cups, let's have a run down of the cup competitions in the pyramid.

SFA CUP
The nation's premier cup, and a much-loved feature of footballing life. Now, winners have the bonus of qualifying for the IFCF Cup Winners' Cup. For the older footballing fans in Semarland, they might remember the days of the Cygnus Cup, which would be an exciting bonus if you hadn't achieved UICA qualification. Or, if you did, it would be another reason to sign a dozen players to keep everyone match fit as you played possibly 60+ games a season! With the likes of Fransborg set Njilkaer and Kangemark Sport amongst the teams to see success in the SFA Cup but not find themselves in a potential IFCF qualifying position as of yet, this is an added incentive for the prestigious silverware. The format is as follows:
Preliminary Round: 56 teams: 44 Konferuuns Nord & Sud teams, plus 12 Konferuuns Natunol teams. These are composed of last season's promoted regional Konferuuns teams (4), and 8 teams who finished from 9th to 16th in the Konferuuns Natunol last season.
Round 1: 128 teams: The 28 winners from the Preliminary Round, the remaining 8 Konferuuns Natunol teams (those who finished 4th to 8th last season plus the 3 relegated from Lig2), plus the 92 teams in the professional pyramid (Premarligaen to Lig2).
Round 2: 64 teams: Round 1 winners.
Round 3: 32 teams: Round 2 winners.
Round of 16: 16 teams: Round 3 winners.
Quarter final: 8 teams: Round of 16 winners.
Semi final:: 4 teams: Quarter final winners.
Final: 2 teams: Semi final winners.


METRO CUP
Always playing second-fiddle to the SFA Cup, the league cup - known as the Metro Cup for some unknown reason, is commonly seen as opportunity for teams to give their assorted reserves, youngsters and injury-prone veterans gametime. If you lose, you see it as a joke of a competition, if you win, you see it as better than the SFA Cup itself (especially if you crash out in the first round!). Nevertheless, it's all good fun, and high scoring games are commonplace. Teams are known to abandon their regular tactics completely and try something new. Obviously, it was taken much more seriously however many years ago, but during the last twelve years it went completely downhill. The SFA are hoping to turn that around, so who knows what we will see this year, given that they have announced the winner will qualify for the second spot in the CAFA LigAnaia (unless the Metro Cup winner is also the Premarligaen winner, in which case the second spot would be given to whoever finished second in the league).
Round 1: 72 teams: 24 teams each from the 2Ligaen, Lig1 and Lig2.
Round 2: 48 teams: The 36 winners from Round 1, plus 12 Premarligaen teams (those who finished 9th to 17th last season plus the 3 promoted from the 2Ligaen).
Round 3: 32 teams: The 24 winners from Roud 2, plus 8 Premarligaen teams (those who finished from 1st to 8th last season).
Round of 16: 16 teams: Round 3 winners.
Quarter final: 8 teams: Round of 16 winners.
Semi final:: 4 teams: Quarter final winners.
Final: 2 teams: Semi final winners.


SFA TROPHY
Last but not least, the SFA Trophy - also known as the Conference Cup. Nothing too complicated, just a simple, straight-knockout composed of the 64 teams from the Konferuuns Natunol, Nord & Sud. The prize for the winners is £500,000 - quite a high sum for "non-league" clubs, and one that has proved beneficial for winners in the past. For example, take 2048-49 winners Saint Mikkel Monastery, who splashed the cash the next season to assemble a team of semi-professional superstars and earnt promotion to Lig2. Whether they'll stay up remains to be seen however, but it has shown that money can be the difference for some teams between semi-professional and professional status.

Now, moving back onto league football, here is a very quick rundown of the 136 remaining teams in the league system. In fairness, we don't know much about them to write up a half-decent preview, given the amount of club-swapping we've seen between players. Nothing has really stayed the same, but the actual composition of teams isn't too dissimilar from when the multiverse last saw them.

2LIGAEN
For the past few seasons, BT Klub have always threatened to go up - and with a fourth place finish last season, missing out on third by just two points, fans are confident this will be the time they manage to break though. With former Semarland U21 manager Rene Brown at the helm, they've seen a number of their key players snapped up by various Premarligaen clubs, but their vast scouting network continues to impress and they seem to always have their replacements ready before the players they need to replace actually leave. Arkrau Klub, Copenbrok Klub and FC Slatslo are those relegated from the Premarligaen and based on their dismal performances last season in the top flight, they'll need a big shake-up if they want to get back into the elite tier again. Brondby and Sudnordics enjoyed solid seasons last time out and could be outside candidates for a promotion spot, whilst at the opposite end, the likes of FC Helm, FC Sjordsbrik and ORLOSport seem the most in danger. It's worth noting quite a large amount of teams in the division have enjoyed Premarligaen spells at some point in their history, some a lot shorter than others however - so it's a very competitive division.
Aaadesbrigg Klub
Adjurgen
Aerlo Sport
Arkrau Klub
Brickland Klub
Brondby
BT Klub (favourites)
Copenbrok Klub
FC Arkrau
FC Helm
FC Makslem
FC Nordsem
FC Sjordsbrik
FC Slatslo
Honeywell & Brighouse
Lindenshalle-Knutsunde
Molsbik Kadet
Monksgate Borough
ORLOSport
Rumenlo Sapruna
Simethagen
Sudnordics
Yaande
Yorligenen


LIG1
The third tier has always been a neutral's favourite - much like the 2Ligaen, it's a fiercely competitive division for a league that is stuck inbetween the gateway to the top and the trapdoor to the bottom. Smaller clubs with bigger dreams is one way of putting it, especially after seeing the likes of FC Kvist Town and Knaben Town in the Premarligaen when they've both played in this division within the last fifteen years or so. The likes of Batstrom 212 will be hoping to replicate that even sooner, with the once non-league team flying high after just missing out on promotion last campaign. OS23 made the decision to stick with manager Jakob Larsen after they suffered relegation last season, and fans are nervously hoping he is the right man after all to lead them back up. At the flipside, Eikland Sport have been struggling the past few years and it's a considerable fall from grace for a former Premarligaen team. FC Reglanvik and Finqar Atletiik will also be hoping to avoid the drop, the latter relying on the goals from 18 year old Teemu Makonnen, who's already caught the interest of both Premarligaen and 2Ligaen teams.
Aarland BK
Baton Lodge
Batstrom 212
BK Hanningborg
Colchester & Baxwell
Copenbrok South Side
Danurhagen
Denmark Town
Draslo IF
East Fransborg Town
Eikland Sport
Eskenhammer MK
FC Aarevik
FC Reglanvik
FC Sunde
Finqar Atletiik
Grove Klub
Haxstad AFK
Hjarmanden IF
Knutholm FK
Mostenstad IF
OS23 (favourites)
Storso FK
Tromso FK


LIG2
The fourth and lowest tier of the full-time professional leagues, Lig2 has been like a revolving door when you take into consideration the rather high number of teams that have bounced between the league and the Konferuuns Natunol. The aforementioned Saint Mikkel Monastery are the newest team on that list, but we're not sure if they'll be up to par with the likes of Blokhus FC, who are expected to walk the league after extremely narrowly suffering relegation last year. SMM have their non-league allstars, but Blokhus have assembled their own Lig1 allstars, with a busy transfer window conducted by manager Johan Corsson. Eight new registrations were made, a new record for a Lig2 team - considering the league has the least amount of transfer activity in the pyramid (somewhat surprisingly), and Corsson has got the pick of the league with his influence and passion for the project swaying some of the biggest names in Lig1. Snaadhagen Klub look the most in danger for the drop, with a depleted and aging squad no real match for the majority of the teams in the division.
AB Rutskirke
AB Sonen
Blokhus FC (favourites)
Bondlund United
Briggate Town
Bylderup IF
Caastenholm IF
East Krsthaven United
FC Anderstad
FC Jorgerstrom
Haalo IF
Hallenburg FK
Jurlundhaus
Kalugenhaven
Motterlund Sport
Nordluune
Normenberg Fjords
Raakevik Sport
Reksberg Sanerklub
Saint Mikkel Monastery
Snaadhagen Klub
Stevenstad IF
Svaedholm Klub
Yespen IF


KONFERUUNS NATUNOL
The premier tier of the conference has seen many teams bounce there and back between Lig2 over the years, and it's no surprise given the very small difference in quality. Traditionally, a lot of the fifth tier clubs do quite well in competitions and many will give bigger teams a good run for their money. There's a bit more of a vast gap between the promotion candidates and the relgation candidates, so there will always be some high scoring games between the two in the former's favour. This year, Nuholm Northgate look the team to beat as they look to return to Lig2 at the first attempt, whilst Aero Club and Karlesfarne Town chase them. At the other end, Elspen MK and Morling United look almost certain to go down, and they could be joined by any number of clubs on their side of the gulf between the promotion chasers and the rest of the league.
Aakesborg IF
Aero Club
AFC Eikborg
Andersholm FC
Eastbridge Town
Elspen MK
Farnhamstad FK
FC Skretteberg
FC1. Sonderstad
Kangemark Docklands
Karlesfarne Town
Kolberg Harbour
Laansjande Arkjet
Larsson Bay Defence
Morling United
Mossholm Sport
Motrenaxe BK
Nuholm Northgate (favourites)
Strand Rovers
Susland AK


KONFERUUNS NORD & SUD
Whilst the two regional conferences seem to get stronger each year, in fairness - there's still some way off between them and the high-fliers in the national tier. That's not to say teams have given up hope though, with the promotion winners always battling valiantly when they make it up. Then come crashing back down again. It feels a bit silly picking favourites knowing they'll more than likely return the next season, but the SFA has promised more investment and interest in grassroots football, so the prospect of the non-league system becoming more of a challenge is something real.
KONFERUUNS NORD
Arken United
Hockberg Rovers
Jonneslund IF
Kjaer FC (favourites)
Knebbsrigge
Knutsen-Lind AFK
Kollenstad MK
Maklenstad United
Martensbrough
Metrenheim-Barsjor
Nordenhalle Bay
Nordsunde
Norhagen Town
Nu Hemlo FK
Snowmount AFK
Sorstrom Club
South Solsholm Athletic
St Isaac Rovers
Sudsunde
Tornado Haeden
Yohanstad United
Yonasberg United
KONFERUUNS SUD
AC Jordensfarne
Arlo FK
Brandt-Brigg FC
Dieterstrom Rovers
FC Breistrand
FC Sorensberg
Furulund-Mjaanes
Habangen Town
Lindesfaer Klub
Lindt Island (favourites)
Lundburgh AFK
Morlen FC
Morlo IK
Motte Rovers
NB Polding
Nu Branklo
Nuholm Green
Pedelsborg IF
Sandestrom United
Stefansburgh Monastery
Steffan Mauyen FC
Svaedsburgh


Last but not least, a quick run-down on the format of the academy leagues. Clubs with a full-time academy (U11-U20) are split into three categories based on various reasons, including staffing, infrastructure and facilities. Category One is the elite category comprised of just 16 teams, with Categories Two and Three consisting of 32 and 64 teams respectively. Category Four is made up of 30 teams with a reduced full-time program of just U18 and U20 teams, whilst the lowest Category Five is made up of the remaining 14 non-league sides with no full-time academy program who have not met the criteria for Category Four and various amateur teams, who field teams in an U17/U19 format rather than U18/U20. Statuses are conditional based on audits, and the format of the league competitions between Categories 1-3 are subject to change based on the membership of teams. There has been no change between Three and Four given the difference in program, likewise no Category Four academy has ceased full-time operations the same way no Category Five academy has begun them. U20 and U18 league winners qualify for the end-of-season SFA Youth Invitational open to all top four categories, whilst in the U18 league, the Category One winner will qualify for the IFCF Rising Stars Cup. The U18 league is also mirrored by an U16 league in fixtures.

In addition to the 16 teams with Category One status, the league format only sees the addition of four SFA-funded academies, known as the SNA (Semarland National Academy/Semarluundik Natunol Akademik), with four identical training facilities for the four teams split by region (North, South, East & West). These academies are purely a second chance for those released from all full-time academies and an opportunity for those not in one, with trials held every season. Players attached can be signed for a low fee which is then re-invested into the program. All four teams participate in the U20 & U18 leagues (with seperate teams again for each age group), whilst for cup competitions they are split into two sides (North & East + South & West) and enter in the same round as the 30 Category Four academies to make a total of 32 teams, given they are granted an exemption for the league as they are technically not a full academy programme as they are just U18 upwards. Upon completion of their U20 contract, those unsigned players then "graduate" with a placement to a Lig2 team.

Category One sees a program effectively similar to the Premarligaen, 20 teams, 38 games. Category Two is split into a North & South Division of 16 teams each with 30 games. Category Three is split into North, South, East & West with 16 teams in each, again with 30 games. Category Four is split into North & South with 15 teams in each, playing 28 games. Given Category Four is primarily made of regional conference teams, should in the event the first team achieve eventual promotion to Lig2 and wish to commence full-time academy operations, the SFA will permit them to do so should they meet the criteria for a Category Three academy.

The teams in each category are as follows:
Eikborg Club
FC Jansberg
FC Kolberg
FC Matovallanen
FC Nuholm
FC York
Fransborg set Njilkaer
Jansberg Laguna
KA Eastlands
Kangemark Sport
Krsthaven
Molsbik Arkjet
Sorensen Park Rangers
Sporting Matrolvik
Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Sporting Solsholm
SNA North
SNA East
SNA South
SNA West

Aalemark Sport
Adjurgen
Aerlo Sport
Aestahaade
Arkrau Klub
Brickland Klub
Brondby
BT Klub
Colchester & Baxwell
Copenbrok Klub
Danurhagen
FC Helm
FC Kvist Town
FC Makslem
FC Nordsem
FC Sjordsbrik
FC Slatslo
Honeywell & Brighouse
Knaben Town
Knutholm FK
Lindenshalle-Knutsunde
Molsbik Kadet
Monksgate Borough
ORLOSport
OS23
Rumenlo Sapruna
Simethagen
Storso FK
Sudnordics
Tromso FK
Yaande
Yorligenen

Aaadesbrigg Klub
Aarland BK
AB Rutskirke
AB Sonen
Baton Lodge
Batstrom 212
BK Hanningborg
Blokhus FC
Bondlund United
Briggate Town
Bylderup IF
Caastenholm IF
Copenbrok South Side
Denmark Town
Draslo IF
East Fransborg Town
East Krsthaven United
Eikland Sport
Eskenhammer MK
FC Aarevik
FC Anderstad
FC Arkrau
FC Jorgerstrom
FC Reglanvik
FC Sunde
Finqar Atletiik
Grove Klub
Haalo IF
Hallenburg FK
Haxstad AFK
Hjarmanden IF
Jurlundhaus
Kalugenhaven
Mostenstad IF
Motterlund Sport
Nordluune
Normenberg Fjords
Raakevik Sport
Reksberg Sanerklub
Saint Mikkel Monastery
Snaadhagen Klub
Stevenstad IF
Svaedholm Klub
Yespen IF
Aakesborg IF
Aero Club
AFC Eikborg
Andersholm FC
Eastbridge Town
Elspen MK
Farnhamstad FK
FC Skretteberg
FC1. Sonderstad
Kangemark Docklands
Karlesfarne Town
Kolberg Harbour
Laansjande Arkjet
Larsson Bay Defence
Morling United
Mossholm Sport
Motrenaxe BK
Nuholm Northgate
Strand Rovers
Susland AK

AC Jordensfarne
Arlo FK
Brandt-Brigg FC
Dieterstrom Rovers
FC Breistrand
FC Sorensberg
Hockberg Rovers
Jonneslund IF
Kjaer FC
Knebbsrigge
Knutsen-Lind AFK
Kollenstad MK
Lindesfaer Klub
Lindt Island
Maklenstad United
Martensbrough
Metrenheim-Barsjor
Morlo IK
Nordenhalle Bay
Nordsunde
Norhagen Town
Nuholm Green
Pedelsborg IF
Sandestrom United
Snowmount AFK
South Solsholm Athletic
Stefansburgh Monastery
Steffan Mauyen FC
Yohanstad United
Yonasberg United
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PREMARLIGAEN 2050/51 - PART ONE
MATCHDAY 1
Kangemark Sport 3–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Aestahaade 3–0 FC York
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–1 FC Jansberg
Eikborg Club 2–1 FC Matovallanen
Aalemark Sport 0–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
KA Eastlands 1–2 Jansberg Laguna
FC Nuholm 0–1 Knaben Town
Sporting Solsholm 3–3 Krsthaven
FC Kolberg 0–0 FC Kvist Town
Molsbik Arkjet 1–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg

Back with a bang! The first matchday of the season exploded into life. The early kick-off saw Kangemark Sport demolish Sporting Matrolvik 3-0 thanks to a hat-trick from Kevin Lindegaard as he showed manager Isaac Mirallas he's still got it. There were rumours he'd lost his place in the starting line-up to Ramello Marshall after the youngster started the majority of their pre-season games, but veteran Lindegaard put his name back in the headlines in style. The most entertaining match was no doubt that of Sporting Solsholm and Krsthaven, with an end-to-end 3-3 draw the first game in the highlights. The visitors looked to have won it in the 85th minute thanks to a low strike from Johan Chevron, but the home side equalised right at the very last second after Jonathan Yeboah tapped home from a corner, which saw some uncharacteristically poor defending from the Krsthaven defence. Elsewhere, there was a win for Knaben Town, squeezing a tight victory over FC Nuholm, as they looked to improve on their mid-table finishes from last season.

MATCHDAY 2
Sporting Matrolvik 1–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Kvist Town 1–4 Molsbik Arkjet
Krsthaven 1–1 FC Kolberg
Knaben Town 0–1 Sporting Solsholm
Jansberg Laguna 2–2 FC Nuholm
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–0 KA Eastlands
FC Matovallanen 1–0 Aalemark Sport
FC Jansberg 2–1 Eikborg Club
FC York 0–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Kangemark Sport 2–2 Aestahaade

Molsbik Arkjet were merciless as they ran out 4-1 winners away to FC Kvist Town, thanks to doubles from Bismark Boateng and Axel Asquilla. Sporting Matrolvik pick themselves up after their humbling last week with a hard-fought victory over Sporting Saint Adrensburg, and manager Matthias Karbruck faces a tough fight on his hands to stay in the job. Edgar Kangwa was the maestro today for his side, with the left wing-back producing a superb performance as he provided a delightful assist for Richard Hreidarsson's goal. FC Nuholm and the aforementioned SSA are amongst the teams yet to pick up a win, and the former will be disappointed given the quality of their opposition is deemed by many to be inferior. A last-gasp goal from Jansberg Laguna frustrated Nuholm fans, and last season's champions Krsthaven played out another stalemate at home to FC Kolberg. Not the dream start they were hoping for, and Marcel Labonne will be racking his brains as he thinks of ways to perk his team up a bit.

MATCHDAY 3
Aestahaade 1–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Kangemark Sport
Eikborg Club 0–0 FC York
Aalemark Sport 3–2 FC Jansberg
KA Eastlands 0–2 FC Matovallanen
FC Nuholm 4–2 Sorensen Park Rangers
Sporting Solsholm 2–1 Jansberg Laguna
FC Kolberg 0–0 Knaben Town
Molsbik Arkjet 1–0 Krsthaven
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–0 FC Kvist Town

Still early teams, but only four teams remain unbeaten, and it's a rather eclectic mix of Aestahaade, Molsbik Arkjet, Fransborg set Njilkaer and Sporting Solsholm. Aestahaade, the surprise of the bunch, pick up another home win thanks to Deisson Sakho's late goal, whilst Arkjet defeat Krsthaven with a rather dubious penalty decision in the first half after Lasse Jensen was supposedly brought down by Rekim Amoah. The replays showed that wasn't the case, and Krsthaven fans will be furious as they dropped more points. Only three games in, but it's not the best of starts for them nor FC Jansberg, who lose to Aalemark Sport after a late goal from veteran centre-half Donte Bonavenutre. FC Nuholm get their first win with a 4-2 dispatch of Sorensen Park Rangers, with diminutive playmaker Chevone Clarke running the show again for the hosts. He'll be the main man for Tunji Tunde's side this season, that's for sure. Other than that, not much other games of note this matchday.

MATCHDAY 4
Sporting Matrolvik 1–1 FC Kvist Town
Krsthaven 0–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Knaben Town 2–1 Molsbik Arkjet
Jansberg Laguna 0–2 FC Kolberg
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–0 Sporting Solsholm
FC Matovallanen 0–1 FC Nuholm
FC Jansberg 3–0 KA Eastlands
FC York 2–0 Aalemark Sport
Kangemark Sport 1–1 Eikborg Club
Aestahaade 0–3 Fransborg set Njilkaer

Fransborg set Njilkaer continue their strong start to the season with an easy 3-0 win over Aestahaade, with goals from D'Nero Longa-Mbira, Mikkel Matthias and Jesper Thorbourne. Their attacking "3" has been one of the most hard-working so far, and really enjoyable to watch. Longa-Mbira and Thorbourne are taller than the average winger and can rotate with ease with striker Tyshonne Rose, whilst little playmaker Matthias already has two stupendous free-kicks to his name. FC Jansberg also have a comfortable victory over KA Eastlands thanks to a Loick Sorensen hat-trick, and Knaben Town earn a well-deserved victory over a lacklustre Molsbik Arkjet. Krsthaven meanwhile find themselves just outside the relegation zone. Alright, we're four games in, but surely last season's champions shouldn't be all the way down there? SSA hold them to a 0-0 draw thanks to a defensive masterclass on their part, with centre-backs Rasmus Holm and Blaise Burgess doing everything in their power to stop Gennaro Ritchie from scoring.

MATCHDAY 5
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Eikborg Club 3–0 Aestahaade
Aalemark Sport 0–1 Kangemark Sport
KA Eastlands 0–1 FC York
FC Nuholm 1–0 FC Jansberg
Sporting Solsholm 4–0 FC Matovallanen
FC Kolberg 0–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Molsbik Arkjet 4–2 Jansberg Laguna
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–1 Knaben Town
FC Kvist Town 2–3 Krsthaven

Krsthaven finally get their win, but not in the particularly stylish manner they were expecting. FC Kvist Town, boasting the smallest stadium in the league with the 16,000 capacity Maklund Lane a bit of a pain-staking away day for teams, with the tiny stadium a fortress for the home side. They almost held onto their 2-1 lead but after an equaliser from Gennaro Ritchie just before the hour mark, they lost focus and a slip-up from the usually reliable Jemell Vereen allowed Ritchie to pounce and poke home past the advancing Sander Pierstad. A mixed bag for their title rivals FC Jansberg as they lose out to FC Nuholm, and Fransborg set Njilkaer finally lose thanks to Sporting Matrolvik. At the bottom, KA Eastlands have lost all of their games so far and surprisingly FC Kvist Town are yet to win too, despite drawing twice. Aalemark Sport join them in the bottom three, and some of the hardcore fans feel it's time for manager Reon Richardson to move on soon.

MATCHDAY 6
Sporting Matrolvik 0–3 Krsthaven
Knaben Town 2–1 FC Kvist Town
Jansberg Laguna 0–2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–2 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Matovallanen 4–2 FC Kolberg
FC Jansberg 3–3 Sporting Solsholm
FC York 2–1 FC Nuholm
Kangemark Sport 1–0 KA Eastlands
Aestahaade 3–0 Aalemark Sport
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Eikborg Club

Fransborg set Njilkaer return to winning ways with a win over Eikborg Club, and Krsthaven build on last week's win over FC Kvist Town with a more comfortable 3-0 win over Sporting Matrolvik. FC York get the better over FC Nuholm in what was the week's most surprising game perhaps, with the usually robust Nuholm defence looking like a colander with the amount of holes in it today. If it wasn't for the heroics of goalkeeper Matthias Baxter, the scoreline would have been a lot higher and they were lucky to get away with only a 1-0 loss. FC Matovallanen turn up the pressure on FC Kolberg with a 4-2 victory, and fans are relieved to see manager Esway Ansah showing a bit more attacking intent than what they were used to, thanks to doubles from Tyrique Palmtree and D'Antony Malik. FC Jansberg meanwhile are seeing a bit of a slow start to this season, with Kadell Stevens' prospective title-contenders looking a bit shaky indeed. Sporting Solsholm were more up for it on the day, with veteran Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard running the show at Stadion Jansberg.

MATCHDAY 7
Eikborg Club 3–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Aalemark Sport 0–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
KA Eastlands 0–1 Aestahaade
FC Nuholm 1–0 Kangemark Sport
Sporting Solsholm 1–3 FC York
FC Kolberg 1–1 FC Jansberg
Molsbik Arkjet 2–3 FC Matovallanen
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 5–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Kvist Town 3–2 Jansberg Laguna
Krsthaven 4–0 Knaben Town

FC Kvist Town pick up their first three points of the season against Jansberg Laguna, with a late penalty courtesy of Melchior Richardson sealing the victory for Marc Strand's side. Krsthaven continue to ramp up the pressure as they dispatch Knaben Town 4-0, with Gennaro Ritchie in the same electric form as he was last season. FC Jansberg struggle to a 1-1 stalemate with FC Kolberg, and FC Nuholm draw first blood in the first Maville derby of the season. Isaac Kjaer has drawn somewhat harsh criticism from Nuholm fans who feel he is limited to more of a "poacher" role up front, but Kjaer showed he has more strings in his bow with a fine individual performance as he led the line admirably against a strong Kangemark defence, giving Marco Cole and Rahim Nallo a torrid time. Sporting Saint Adrensburg thump Sorensen Park Rangers 5-0 in the "longest team names"/"more likely to be known by their abbreviations" derby, and KA Eastlands's loss to Aestahaade felt like an actual derby with each team seeing a red card each.

MATCHDAY 8
Sporting Matrolvik 0–1 Knaben Town
Jansberg Laguna 0–5 Krsthaven
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–3 FC Kvist Town
FC Matovallanen 1–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Jansberg 5–3 Molsbik Arkjet
FC York 0–2 FC Kolberg
Kangemark Sport 0–3 Sporting Solsholm
Aestahaade 3–0 FC Nuholm
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 KA Eastlands
Eikborg Club 2–0 Aalemark Sport

Quite a high-scoring weekend, and definitely a fun one to watch. FC Jansberg vs Molsbik Arkjet was the pick of the highlights, with an eight-goal thriller in Saturday's late kick-off that had fans on the edge of their seats. D'Jean Hamilton produced an individual masterclass that is arguably his best performance this season, maybe his best performance in a Jansberg shirt, whilst there were also heavy wins for Krsthaven, FC Kvist Town, Sporting Solsholm and Aestahaade. KA Eastlands pick up their first points against high-flyers Fransborg set Njilkaer, who definitely had a lapse in concentration against the side as they moved up from rock bottom, taking over Aalemark Sport in goal difference only. FC Kolberg meanwhile secured a vital three points as they comfortably beat FC York 2-0, thanks to goals from Johan Lubeck and Martin Doumbia.

MATCHDAY 9
Aalemark Sport 1–2 Sporting Matrolvik
KA Eastlands 0–5 Eikborg Club
FC Nuholm 0–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Sporting Solsholm 3–1 Aestahaade
FC Kolberg 2–1 Kangemark Sport
Molsbik Arkjet 2–1 FC York
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 3–3 FC Jansberg
FC Kvist Town 1–0 FC Matovallanen
Krsthaven 4–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Knaben Town 0–1 Jansberg Laguna

FC Jansberg see themselves in another entertaining affair, but they won't be as pleased as last week as they drop points to Sporting Saint Adrensburg. Krsthaven are finally showing their true colours as they regain last season's form and edge closer to the top of the table, but they're still a point behand current league leaders Fransborg set Njilkaer who keep their place at the summit thanks to Jesper Thorbourne's late double against FC Nuholm. Meanwhile, there are vital wins for Sporting Matrolvik and Jansberg Laguna as they look to avoid a relegation battle this season, but it's not enough yet for the latter who still remain in the relegation zone. KA Eastlands came into their match against Eikborg Club with confidence after their win last week, and looked to continue their form as they faced another East Coast opposition, but Eric Nti-Bonso's side were too strong as the visitors ran out 5-0 winners, with goals from Johan Larsen twice, Jan Nuuk, Shone Andrews and substitute Mikel Moore.

MATCHDAY 10
Sporting Matrolvik 1–1 Jansberg Laguna
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–2 Knaben Town
FC Matovallanen 2–2 Krsthaven
FC Jansberg 3–1 FC Kvist Town
FC York 4–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Kangemark Sport 1–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Aestahaade 2–4 FC Kolberg
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 Sporting Solsholm
Eikborg Club 0–0 FC Nuholm
Aalemark Sport 1–0 KA Eastlands

Sporting Solsholm seem to come out of nowhere and leapfrog Fransborg set Njilkaer, Krsthaven and Eikborg Club to the top of the table, with Molsbik Arkjet replacing the lattermost in the top four. Andre Carlstadt has enjoyed a very strong start to the season indeed, defying expectations, as has Jakob Lunds' FsN side. But wait a minute, that's not all - Knaben Town find themselves in fifth - and whilst we're only ten games, roughly over a quarter in - could this be a sign of what's to come? Meanwhile, FC Nuholm, Sporting Saint Adrensburg and Kangemark Sport all see themselves languishing in the bottom half, with the trio all dropping points this week. Danny Boateng is struggling to replicate Cortell Carrasco's tenure at SSA so far, but fans are patiently waiting as they keep the faith that one of their greatest ever players will be just as good in the dugout as he was on the pitch. KA Eastlands meanwhile look certain for relegation if they keep this dismal form up.

Premarligaen                     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Sporting Solsholm 10 6 2 2 21 12 +9 20
2 Krsthaven 10 5 4 1 25 9 +16 19
3 Molsbik Arkjet 10 6 1 3 23 16 +7 19
4 Fransborg set Njilkaer 10 6 1 3 11 4 +7 19
5 Knaben Town 10 6 1 3 9 9 0 19
6 Eikborg Club 10 5 3 2 17 5 +12 18
7 FC Kolberg 10 4 5 1 14 9 +5 17
8 FC Jansberg 10 4 4 2 23 17 +6 16
9 Aestahaade 10 5 1 4 16 15 +1 16
10 FC York 10 5 1 4 13 12 +1 16
11 FC Matovallanen 10 4 2 4 14 15 −1 14
12 FC Nuholm 10 4 2 4 10 12 −2 14
13 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 10 3 4 3 14 11 +3 13
14 FC Kvist Town 10 3 2 5 13 16 −3 11
15 Kangemark Sport 10 3 2 5 10 13 −3 11
16 Sporting Matrolvik 10 3 2 5 6 14 −8 11
17 Sorensen Park Rangers 10 3 1 6 6 20 −14 10
18 Jansberg Laguna 10 2 2 6 11 22 −11 8
19 Aalemark Sport 10 2 0 8 5 15 −10 6
20 KA Eastlands 10 1 0 9 2 17 −15 3
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PREMARLIGAEN 2050/51 - PART TWO
MATCHDAY 11
KA Eastlands 1–2 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Nuholm 2–0 Aalemark Sport
Sporting Solsholm 0–0 Eikborg Club
FC Kolberg 1–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Molsbik Arkjet 0–1 Aestahaade
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–3 Kangemark Sport
FC Kvist Town 3–0 FC York
Krsthaven 1–1 FC Jansberg
Knaben Town 1–2 FC Matovallanen
Jansberg Laguna 3–1 Sorensen Park Rangers

The first "legends" derby of the season is a boring 1-1 draw at Stadion Metner and not the exciting, fireworks-like display of attacking football we were expecting between Krsthaven and FC Jansberg. Instead, both (very strong) defences held firm, and perhaps it was the defences indeed that stole the show with both goals coming from centre-backs Gael Larsen and Mark Bonstrom respectively. Fransborg set Njilkaer return to the top of the table as Sporting Solsholm drop points against Eikborg Club, and FC Kvist Town look to be finding their feet as they secure a solid 3-0 victory over FC York. Marc Strand's coaching of attacking midfielder Marcel Fearon is paying off huge dividends, and the fans will be over the moon if he can mould their young attacking midfielder into a player of half Strand's former playing calibre. Young winger Tre Carlyon is also making the headlines for Kvist and the Hearts fans will be hoping they can hold onto their prize talents for some time. Aestahaade, another surprise high-flyer, crack the top six with an away win against Molsbik Arkjet, but for how long will they stay there?

MATCHDAY 12
Sporting Matrolvik 2–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Matovallanen 0–0 Jansberg Laguna
FC Jansberg 1–1 Knaben Town
FC York 1–4 Krsthaven
Kangemark Sport 2–1 FC Kvist Town
Aestahaade 3–3 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Molsbik Arkjet
Eikborg Club 0–0 FC Kolberg
Aalemark Sport 1–2 Sporting Solsholm
KA Eastlands 2–6 FC Nuholm

If you remember from the season previews, Richard Hreidarsson was the player most slated by Sporting Matrolvik fans. Popular fan blogger Jon Erik Nilsson was even quoted saying he'd drive Hreidarsson to a new club himself. Now, Nilsson & co were made to eat their words in the stands as Hreidarsson showed them he's still got it with an important brace against Sorensen Park Rangers. He might not be the best striker in the league, but he damn sure proved he isn't the worst with a strong showing today. Elsewhere, Gennaro "Mr. Suave" Ritchie single-handedly tore apart FC York and was snapped after the game drinking from a bottle of champagne in an all-white suit in the centre-circle. Classy. Fransborg set Njilkaer are holding firm at the top as they fend off Molsbik Arkjet, who along with FC Jansberg and Sporting Saint Adrensburg are arguably having the most disappointing starts to the league campaign so far.

MATCHDAY 13
FC Nuholm 2–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 KA Eastlands
FC Kolberg 0–1 Aalemark Sport
Molsbik Arkjet 4–1 Eikborg Club
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Kvist Town 3–1 Aestahaade
Krsthaven 1–0 Kangemark Sport
Knaben Town 3–0 FC York
Jansberg Laguna 2–4 FC Jansberg
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–1 FC Matovallanen

"Number 13, lucky or unlucky for some..." - lucky if you're Aalemark Sport, who managed a 1-0 win over FC Kolberg away at Quayside in the early kick-off. Reon Richardson has been under fire this season as "the Patterns" find themselves in the relegation zone, but a late goal from Amon Chalwe sees them pick up a very valuable three points indeed. Unlucky for Eikborg Club who were always bound to have had a tough test at the Arkjetstadion, but the home side ran rampant with a goal each for their attacking quartet - Razak Nartey's audacious chip over the advancing Jayreece DeCourtney by far the pick of the bunch. Fransborg set Njilkaer are still top of the league, are we in a simulation? Formidable opposition in Sporting Saint Adrensburg too, but it's fair to say SSA have been very below par this season. It's Danny Boateng's first full foray into senior management, mind, but we think that SSA fans are cursing the SFA for poaching Cortell Carrasco for international management.

MATCHDAY 14
Sporting Matrolvik 0–1 FC Matovallanen
FC Jansberg 1–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC York 0–2 Jansberg Laguna
Kangemark Sport 0–1 Knaben Town
Aestahaade 1–3 Krsthaven
Fransborg set Njilkaer 2–4 FC Kvist Town
Eikborg Club 0–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Aalemark Sport 1–4 Molsbik Arkjet
KA Eastlands 0–2 FC Kolberg
FC Nuholm 5–4 Sporting Solsholm

Jakob Lunds sees his side finally slip up at the mercy of FC Kvist Town, with twin strikers Jens and Mikkel Hoyer grabbing a double each late on. A lapse in defensive concentration? Their defence has been notably sturdy this season, no doubt under the tutelage of one of the nation's greatest ever defenders, and no doubt there will be questions to be asked after the game. Krsthaven take advantage as they polish off Aestahaade 3-1, and FC Jansberg scrape a 1-0 win in this season's prime Jansberg derby. SPR fans kick up a bit of a fuss at the ground and there's a bit of a scuffle in the tunnel between managers Kadell Stevens and Mads Olsen after the game, but they soon make up at the behest of the SFA. Don't let all this take away from the highlight of the week - FC Nuholm's thrilling 5-4 win over Sporting Solsholm, a real display of end-to-end football as the ball bounced tennis-like from each end of the pitch for the duration of the 90 minutes. A looping header from Pascal Melbourne secures the three points, and a boost in morale for the Nuholm camp as they look to make a dent in the top three.

MATCHDAY 15
Sporting Solsholm 1–4 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Kolberg 1–2 FC Nuholm
Molsbik Arkjet 7–2 KA Eastlands
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 3–1 Aalemark Sport
FC Kvist Town 1–1 Eikborg Club
Krsthaven 2–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Knaben Town 1–0 Aestahaade
Jansberg Laguna 0–2 Kangemark Sport
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–0 FC York
FC Matovallanen 0–4 FC Jansberg

KA Eastlands really look dreadful this season. Eastlands hasn't sold out since the first day of the season, and less fans are making trips on the road for their away days. Which is a relief for those that saved their money for the cross-country trip to Molsbik as Arkjet hammer them 7-2. FC Jansberg pick up form with a 4-0 drubbing of FC Matovallanen, with Loick Sorensen in a thrilling head-to-head with Krsthaven's Gennaro Ritchie for top scorer in the league. Danny Boateng's Sporting Saint Adrensburg get a vital win at the courtesy of Aalemark Sport, with the manager's son D.J. coming on to set up two goals for fellow substitute Kasper Rigge. At the deep end, Jansberg Laguna fans will be more glad they're above Sorensen Park Rangers than they're actually out of the relegation zone, but being a place ahead of SPR is a massive bonus. SPR fans maintain they'll make Laguna eat their words come the season's end though, will they deliver on that promise?

MATCHDAY 16
Sporting Matrolvik 3–3 FC Jansberg
FC York 1–0 FC Matovallanen
Kangemark Sport 3–2 Sorensen Park Rangers
Aestahaade 2–2 Jansberg Laguna
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–0 Knaben Town
Eikborg Club 0–1 Krsthaven
Aalemark Sport 0–2 FC Kvist Town
KA Eastlands 1–5 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Nuholm 1–1 Molsbik Arkjet
Sporting Solsholm 1–2 FC Kolberg

Krsthaven go three points clear at the top thanks to a late winner from captain Jamal Barker and a possible goal of the contender season. Disposessing Bayron Purcell in midfield, Barker drove forward and unleashed a firecracker of a shot from 30 yards out that flew into the top corner past the outstretched palm of Jayreece DeCourtney. Knaben Town are holding strong in fourth place, but their defensive brand of football isn't as endearing to fans as you'd think. Shutting out the Fransborg set Njilkaer attack was a job well done though, with even Mikkael Matthias quiet today thanks to the partnership of Jesper Parwell and Seun Adebayo. The duo were probably no one's guess to be the surprises of the season, but they've been admirable so far as we approach the halfway point. Just twelve goals conceded, one of the lowest in the league, but fans are frustrated at the lack of goals with just sixteen to their name - nothing compared to the thirty-seven appiece for Krsthaven and FC Jansberg, the latter who are still yet to break the top four.

MATCHDAY 17
FC Kolberg 2–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Molsbik Arkjet 1–1 Sporting Solsholm
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 3–1 FC Nuholm
FC Kvist Town 1–0 KA Eastlands
Krsthaven 2–1 Aalemark Sport
Knaben Town 0–2 Eikborg Club
Jansberg Laguna 1–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Sorensen Park Rangers 4–1 Aestahaade
FC Matovallanen 1–0 Kangemark Sport
FC Jansberg 4–0 FC York

Sorensen Park Rangers close the gap between local rivals Jansberg Laguna with a brilliant performance against Aestaahade, thanks to striker Yaw Richards bagging his first hat-trick of the campaign. Richards has surprisingly been a bit of a slow burner so far this season, but the tall front-man is finding his feet and starting to rediscover his electric form of last season. Loick Sorensen keeps banging them in at the top end with another brace against FC York, whilst Gennaro Ritchie turns provider with a brace of assists, with goals from Rassam Karlsen and Juwon Akinola giving Krsthaven the edge over Aalemark Sport. On the topic of golden boot race, we also see the likes of Bismark Boateng, Jonathan Yeboah and Johan Larsen all adding to their respectable tallies so far.

MATCHDAY 18
Sporting Matrolvik 4–2 FC York
Kangemark Sport 0–0 FC Jansberg
Aestahaade 1–0 FC Matovallanen
Fransborg set Njilkaer 4–2 Sorensen Park Rangers
Eikborg Club 1–1 Jansberg Laguna
Aalemark Sport 0–1 Knaben Town
KA Eastlands 1–4 Krsthaven
FC Nuholm 2–1 FC Kvist Town
Sporting Solsholm 2–2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Kolberg 2–1 Molsbik Arkjet

FC Kolberg seem rejuvenated this season, and it's fair to say Tunji Adebayo is doing a cracking job at Quayside as they pick up their third consecutive victory. Young striker Kennedy Chipansa has been a revelation off the bench - a super-sub, if you will, and his athleticism has been hard to contain for many tired defences late on. Glenn Baah has also excelled and has now found himself a regular member of the starting lineup at the expense of injury prone Kyneil Rowe. We also saw 20th vs 1st this week and it was a match anyone could have predicted, the visitors walking away from Eastlands with a very easy three points, with a double from captain Jamal Barker grabbing the headlines. Fransborg set Njilkaer continue in their pursuit of the title, and Knaben Town are still doing so well to be in the top four as they squeeze out a win over Aalemark Sport.

MATCHDAY 19
Molsbik Arkjet 3–2 Sporting Matrolvik
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 4–1 FC Kolberg
FC Kvist Town 0–2 Sporting Solsholm
Krsthaven 3–1 FC Nuholm
Knaben Town 0–1 KA Eastlands
Jansberg Laguna 0–1 Aalemark Sport
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–1 Eikborg Club
FC Matovallanen 1–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Jansberg 3–1 Aestahaade
FC York 3–3 Kangemark Sport

Now halfway through the campaign, not many would've expected Fransborg set Njilkaer and Knaben Town to be in the top six at the expense of Eikborg Club and Sporting Saint Adrensburg, but here we are. The latter two are showing they're not out of the fight just yet with victories over FC Kolberg and Sorensen Park Rangers home and away respectively, whilst the former two drop points at the expense of FC Matovallanen and rock-bottom KA Eastlands. FC Kvist Town and Kangemark Sport will be disappointed they are so low in mid-table, and both are facing injury blows with their main strikers Maxwell Jorgensen and Kevin Lindegaard ruled out this weekend due to injuries. Time for the youngsters to shine, with Ramello Marshall making an impact for the "Purple Storm" with a quickfire double against FC York, as he looks to prove he's not just a short-term successor to Lindegaard, but a long-term one.

MATCHDAY 20
Sporting Matrolvik 0–2 Kangemark Sport
FC York 4–0 Aestahaade
FC Jansberg 5–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Matovallanen 1–2 Eikborg Club
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–0 Aalemark Sport
Jansberg Laguna 3–0 KA Eastlands
Knaben Town 1–2 FC Nuholm
Krsthaven 1–4 Sporting Solsholm
FC Kvist Town 1–0 FC Kolberg
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–3 Molsbik Arkjet

Ramello Marshall continues his bright form with a second double in a row, this time on the road to Sporting Matrolvik, and there are also assured displays from fellow youngsters Gervone Sorenstrom and Johan Quaison at the base of midfield with captain Ibrahim Souleymane the latest name on the injury table. Krsthaven are given a humbling 4-1 home pasting by Sporting Solsholm who have another youngster of their own stealing the headlines - enter 17-year old Kamal Assubonteng who gave an excellent display in the middle of the park that put Krsthaven's midfield generals to shame. FC Jansberg leap frog a handful of teams into second place as they batter Fransborg set Njilkaer 5-0, and now it looks like the table is getting back to normal as they join Molsbik Arkjet in the top three. Eikborg Club are still out of the top six, but a win over FC Matovallanen certainly won't do them any harm as they look to get back into the IFCF qualification spots.

Premarligaen                     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Krsthaven 20 12 6 2 47 21 +26 42
2 FC Jansberg 20 10 8 2 49 25 +24 38
3 Molsbik Arkjet 20 11 3 6 47 29 +18 36
4 Fransborg set Njilkaer 20 11 3 6 26 20 +6 36
5 FC Nuholm 20 11 3 6 34 29 +5 36
6 Knaben Town 20 10 3 7 18 17 +1 33
7 Eikborg Club 20 8 8 4 25 13 +12 32
8 Sporting Solsholm 20 9 5 6 38 29 +9 32
9 FC Kvist Town 20 9 3 8 30 26 +4 30
10 FC Kolberg 20 8 6 6 25 21 +4 30
11 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 20 7 7 6 35 28 +7 28
12 Kangemark Sport 20 8 4 8 25 22 +3 28
13 FC Matovallanen 20 8 4 8 21 25 −4 28
14 Sporting Matrolvik 20 7 3 10 24 32 −8 24
15 Aestahaade 20 7 3 10 27 38 −11 24
16 FC York 20 7 3 10 24 35 −11 24
17 Jansberg Laguna 20 5 5 10 25 35 −10 20
18 Sorensen Park Rangers 20 5 3 12 18 36 −18 18
19 Aalemark Sport 20 4 0 16 11 32 −21 12
20 KA Eastlands 20 3 0 17 11 47 −36 9


Halfway through the league now, let's take a glance over the standings of the rest of the full-time professional leagues at their halfway point.

2Ligaen                       Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 BT Klub 23 14 6 3 56 36 +20 48
2 Copenbrok Klub 23 12 6 5 41 30 +11 42
3 Brondby 23 12 5 6 59 45 +14 41
4 Simethagen 23 11 8 4 32 21 +11 41
5 Honeywell & Brighouse 23 11 7 5 48 35 +13 40
6 Rumenlo Sapruna 23 12 4 7 35 26 +9 40
7 FC Slatslo 23 11 6 6 50 39 +11 39
8 Arkrau Klub 23 9 7 7 37 30 +7 34
9 Sudnordics 23 9 7 7 48 42 +6 34
10 Adjurgen 23 10 4 9 40 39 +1 34
11 Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 23 8 6 9 32 31 +1 30
12 FC Arkrau 23 7 9 7 32 36 −4 30
13 Aerlo Sport 23 7 9 7 31 35 −4 30
14 Brickland Klub 23 7 8 8 44 47 −3 29
15 Yaande 23 8 4 11 39 40 −1 28
16 Molsbik Kadet 23 6 9 8 37 37 0 27
17 FC Makslem 23 6 7 10 40 42 −2 25
18 Yorligenen 23 6 7 10 29 37 −8 25
19 FC Nordsem 23 7 4 12 28 46 −18 25
20 FC Helm 23 6 6 11 20 35 −15 24
21 Aaadesbrigg Klub 23 5 8 10 27 32 −5 23
22 Monksgate Borough 23 5 8 10 35 41 −6 23
23 FC Sjordsbrik 23 6 4 13 26 39 −13 22
24 ORLOSport 23 4 5 14 23 48 −25 17


Lig1                        Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 OS23 23 16 4 3 50 18 +32 52
2 Mostenstad IF 23 12 9 2 49 31 +18 45
3 BK Hanningborg 23 12 5 6 31 20 +11 41
4 Batstrom 212 23 12 4 7 32 24 +8 40
5 Copenbrok South Side 23 11 7 5 36 29 +7 40
6 Danurhagen 23 12 4 7 34 29 +5 40
7 Draslo IF 23 11 6 6 36 25 +11 39
8 Hjarmanden IF 23 12 2 9 45 26 +19 38
9 Knutholm FK 23 9 10 4 39 31 +8 37
10 Baton Lodge 23 11 3 9 39 33 +6 36
11 Tromso FK 23 10 6 7 43 38 +5 36
12 East Fransborg Town 23 9 8 6 33 32 +1 35
13 Colchester & Baxwell 23 10 4 9 28 29 −1 34
14 Aarland BK 23 9 5 9 29 31 −2 32
15 Eskenhammer MK 23 8 6 9 30 34 −4 30
16 Haxstad AFK 23 7 7 9 27 27 0 28
17 Finqar Atletiik 23 6 6 11 29 39 −10 24
18 Denmark Town 23 5 8 10 25 35 −10 23
19 FC Reglanvik 23 6 4 13 34 43 −9 22
20 Storso FK 23 6 4 13 29 38 −9 22
21 Grove Klub 23 4 8 11 29 43 −14 20
22 FC Sunde 23 4 8 11 24 44 −20 20
23 Eikland Sport 23 4 2 17 27 56 −29 14
24 FC Aarevik 23 3 4 16 28 51 −23 13


Lig2                          Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Blokhus FC 23 13 6 4 43 17 +26 45
2 East Krsthaven United 23 14 2 7 46 30 +16 44
3 Bylderup IF 23 12 5 6 41 33 +8 41
4 Caastenholm IF 23 11 5 7 34 21 +13 38
5 Bondlund United 23 11 5 7 32 28 +4 38
6 Briggate Town 23 10 7 6 36 27 +9 37
7 AB Sonen 23 10 6 7 44 41 +3 36
8 AB Rutskirke 23 9 8 6 30 21 +9 35
9 Raakevik Sport 23 9 8 6 29 28 +1 35
10 Saint Mikkel Monastery 23 9 8 6 37 39 −2 35
11 Jurlundhaus 23 9 7 7 34 34 0 34
12 Reksberg Sanerklub 23 8 7 8 38 42 −4 31
13 Yespen IF 23 8 7 8 29 33 −4 31
14 FC Jorgerstrom 23 9 4 10 34 39 −5 31
15 FC Anderstad 23 8 5 10 29 26 +3 29
16 Kalugenhaven 23 8 5 10 26 29 −3 29
17 Normenberg Fjords 23 7 7 9 27 30 −3 28
18 Nordluune 23 8 4 11 25 35 −10 28
19 Svaedholm Klub 23 8 3 12 25 35 −10 27
20 Haalo IF 23 5 9 9 30 33 −3 24
21 Stevenstad IF 23 7 3 13 23 33 −10 24
22 Motterlund Sport 23 5 7 11 25 36 −11 22
23 Snaadhagen Klub 23 3 9 11 21 35 −14 18
24 Hallenburg FK 23 3 7 13 21 34 −13 16
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PREMARLIGAEN 2050/51 - PART THREE
MATCHDAY 21
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 3–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Molsbik Arkjet 1–0 FC Kvist Town
FC Kolberg 0–1 Krsthaven
Sporting Solsholm 1–0 Knaben Town
FC Nuholm 1–0 Jansberg Laguna
KA Eastlands 4–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
Aalemark Sport 0–0 FC Matovallanen
Eikborg Club 2–2 FC Jansberg
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–0 FC York
Aestahaade 0–2 Kangemark Sport

Sorensen Park Rangers blow the chance to get out of the relegation zone in the late kick-off as fellow relegation battlers KA Eastlands seemingly come out of nowhere to give them a 4-1 pasting, arguably their best result this season. They're still propping up the table, but only by one point as Aalemark Sport draw with FC Matovallanen. Elsewhere, there's narrow wins for Molsbik Arkjet, Krsthaven and Sporting Solsholm, while Eikborg Club and FC Jansberg play out a thrilling 2-2 draw in a top six six-pointer. Krsthaven now have a comfortable six point lead at the top, and Kadell Stevens will be kicking himself as his Jansberg side failed to reduce the margins and close that gap down a bit. Fransborg set Njilkaer meanwhile will be disappointed to have slipped down to fifth place after they were held to a stalemate by FC York - even more so as Mikkael Matthias saw his penalty saved by York custodian Sander Parsen, and Tyshonne Rose missed an absolute sitter from ten yards out.

MATCHDAY 22
Sporting Matrolvik 0–0 Aestahaade
Kangemark Sport 1–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC York 5–4 Eikborg Club
FC Jansberg 6–0 Aalemark Sport
FC Matovallanen 0–1 KA Eastlands
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–0 FC Nuholm
Jansberg Laguna 1–3 Sporting Solsholm
Knaben Town 3–0 FC Kolberg
Krsthaven 1–2 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Kvist Town 1–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg

The highlights program this weekend was really a tale of two halves. No seriously, you might as well have turned it off halfway through. I mean, FC York and Eikborg Club? Not many games will top that this season. Going into the match, not many were expecting much but we might have seen the pinnacle of end-to-end football. The hosts narrowly came out on top, with captain Ousseynou Kone grabbing his first hat-trick of the season, complimented by goals from youngsters Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne, finally thriving in the #10 role, and late substitute Ranell Beckton. Eikborg Club will have been very disappointed indeed as they succumbed to Kone's 87th minute winner. FC Jansberg meanwhile trounce Aalemark Sport 6-0, with braces each for Loick Sorensen, Chris Simmonds and Marcel Cortonwood, with D'Jean Hamilton grabbing a hat-trick of assists, and Sporting Solsholm give their fans an entertaining away-day display with a comfortable 3-1 win at the Stadion Laguna.

MATCHDAY 23
FC Kvist Town 0–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–0 Krsthaven
Molsbik Arkjet 0–0 Knaben Town
FC Kolberg 2–0 Jansberg Laguna
Sporting Solsholm 2–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Nuholm 0–0 FC Matovallanen
KA Eastlands 1–2 FC Jansberg
Aalemark Sport 0–1 FC York
Eikborg Club 3–1 Kangemark Sport
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Aestahaade

Back to as normal this weekend then as we see a considerable reduction in goals scored and entertaining affairs. Comfortable wins for FC Kolberg, Sporting Solsholm and Eikborg Club all propel them further up the table as they look to gain ground in the top ten - Solsholm now rising to fourth place at the expense of FC Nuholm, who played out a sorry 0-0 draw with FC Matovallanen. Sporting Saint Adrensburg are the toast of Jansberg as they defeat Krsthaven 1-0 thanks to a wonderful solo goal from Kyrone Paris - who ran rings round Rekim Amoah all afternoon, and Jansberg take full advantage in the late kickoff with a 2-1 win over KA Eastlands to go on top thanks to goal difference. They would have hoped to score more against a shoddy-looking Eastlands side, but to their credit they held firm and limited the visitors to just two goals. Kadell Stevens won't be too worried when it comes to the goal difference however, with his men clear by six goals.

MATCHDAY 24
Sporting Matrolvik 1–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Aestahaade 0–4 Eikborg Club
Kangemark Sport 6–1 Aalemark Sport
FC York 0–0 KA Eastlands
FC Jansberg 2–2 FC Nuholm
FC Matovallanen 1–3 Sporting Solsholm
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–3 FC Kolberg
Jansberg Laguna 0–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Knaben Town 1–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Krsthaven 2–1 FC Kvist Town

FC Jansberg's time at the top does not last long at all as they throw away a 2-0 lead to FC Nuholm, with a goal each from Isaac Kjaer and Jamal Villa in the last twenty minutes of the game scuppering Kadell Stevens' title ambitions momentarily. Krsthaven earn a hard-fought victory over the ever-resilient FC Kvist Town, but Rassam Karlsen was the star of the show at the Stadion Metner this weekend as his brace put them back on top for now. Elsewhere, KA Eastlands pick up another valuable point in their 0-0 draw with FC York, and Aalemark Sport are stuck at the bottom after they're thumped 6-1 by Kangemark Sport - whose youngsters ran riot, with doubles from Ramello Marshall and Nahom Teklemariam plus late strikes from Gervone Sorenstrom and Johan Sakho to cushion their lead even moore. FC Kolberg, whilst not in the top six look far from the team we saw last season, and Tunji Adebayo looks to have really shook them up for the better. Kennedy Chipansa and a fit-again Stefano Bartlett have all but replaced Lubeck and Doumbia in the starting XI now, and Bartlett was the star of the show with a goal and two assists for Chipansa and Shamar Cross.

MATCHDAY 25
Krsthaven 2–1 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Kvist Town 2–2 Knaben Town
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 2–0 Jansberg Laguna
Molsbik Arkjet 7–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Kolberg 0–1 FC Matovallanen
Sporting Solsholm 1–1 FC Jansberg
FC Nuholm 2–1 FC York
KA Eastlands 1–6 Kangemark Sport
Aalemark Sport 1–0 Aestahaade
Eikborg Club 4–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer

Sorensen Park Rangers may be just out of the relegation zone now, but they'll be thanking their lucky stars local rivals Jansberg Laguna were beaten by Sporting Saint Adrensburg, as SPR were drubbed 7-0 away to Molsbik Arkjet. Arkjet's attacking quartet has arguably been the closest in terms of talent to FC Jansberg, and the statistics don't lie as they are just two goals behind in the "Goals Scored" charts. A goal each for wingers Razak Nartey and Lasse Jensen, doubles from Axel Asquilla and Bismark Boateng plus a late header from defender Richard Rasmussen earning that tally today. Kangemark Sport meanwhile have a second successive 6-1 win on the bounce, this time thanks to the returning Kevin Lindegaard ably backed by young wingers Teklemariam and Sakho. There's also a maiden goal for Nassim Cole-Emerston, son of club legend Brimah, and a rare goal for central midfielder Malakai Jonsson. Eikborg Club continue their fine goalscoring form of recent too, with a late double from youngster Kyren Yeboah capping off a solid victory over Fransborg set Njilkaer.

MATCHDAY 26
Sporting Matrolvik 0–1 Eikborg Club
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Aalemark Sport
Aestahaade 0–2 KA Eastlands
Kangemark Sport 4–1 FC Nuholm
FC York 0–0 Sporting Solsholm
FC Jansberg 1–0 FC Kolberg
FC Matovallanen 0–1 Molsbik Arkjet
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–3 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Jansberg Laguna 1–1 FC Kvist Town
Knaben Town 0–1 Krsthaven

Neck and neck at the top now as Molsbik Arkjet are now the team behind pole position Krsthaven. A 1-0 win apiece for all of the top 3 - top 4 now considering Fransborg set Njilkaer's return to the final IFCF qualifying spot. FC Nuholm slip a few rungs down the ladder as they fall victim to Kangemark Sport's latest goalscoring spree, with Lindegaard and Marshall combining to devastating effect as Isaac Mirallas tweaks his formation a little bit. Sorensen Park Rangers slip back into the relegation zone on goal difference after a poor home performance against Sporting Saint Adrensburg, the visitors stealing the three points thanks to Lasse Norregaard, Kyrone Paris and captain Lyrone Eastwood. KA Eastlands meanwhile show they're not completely out of it with a 2-0 win on the road against Aestahaade, thanks to a fine double from Leo Montpellier. Eastlands fans will be hoping they can avoid relegation to keep their hands on their talismanic striker, who will almost certainly be out of the door should they return to the 2Ligaen next season.

MATCHDAY 27
Knaben Town 0–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Krsthaven 2–2 Jansberg Laguna
FC Kvist Town 1–3 Sorensen Park Rangers
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 3–1 FC Matovallanen
Molsbik Arkjet 0–1 FC Jansberg
FC Kolberg 0–2 FC York
Sporting Solsholm 2–2 Kangemark Sport
FC Nuholm 1–0 Aestahaade
KA Eastlands 2–5 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Aalemark Sport 0–1 Eikborg Club

Kangemark Sport's winning run comes to an end courtesy of Sporting Solsholm, after a very rare slip up from Rahim Nallo gifts Jonathan Yeboah the equaliser in injury time. Nallo has been one of the many young stars of the show in Kangemark this season and he'll be kicking himself after a mistimed pass fell into the path of Solsholm's top goalscorer. FC Jansberg go a point clear of Molsbik Arkjet in their top-of-the-table clash as both teams hope they're not battling for second place. Krsthaven can only manage a draw with relegation contenders Jansberg Laguna, whose veteran playmaker Tyriq Clark-Anderson was too much for the usually reliable Krsthaven defence. Krsthaven were without star striker Gennaro Ritchie in fairness, but replacements Shamal Rookwood and Levon Simmonds performed admirably as they scored a goal apiece to rescue the game. Fransborg set Njilkaer solidify their fourth place position with a 5-2 victory over KA Eastlands, with young striker Jaden Kasanga's brace a big boost as he looks to stake his claim for a place in the starting XI over the injured Tyshonne Rose.

MATCHDAY 28
Sporting Matrolvik 2–0 Aalemark Sport
Eikborg Club 7–0 KA Eastlands
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–2 FC Nuholm
Aestahaade 1–3 Sporting Solsholm
Kangemark Sport 0–1 FC Kolberg
FC York 1–1 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Jansberg 1–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Matovallanen 0–2 FC Kvist Town
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–3 Krsthaven
Jansberg Laguna 0–1 Knaben Town

Pascal N'Kala-N'Kala looked to almost be turning things around for KA Eastlands a few weeks ago, but they're back to their old ways as they are given a 7-0 humbling away at Eikborg Club. 17 year old Kyren Yeboah has taken the place of Mikel Moore in the starting XI now, and his partnership with Johan Larsen looks a tasty one as the duo combine with a hat-trick each as they reclaim fourth place. Another 17 year old steals the headlines at Sorensen Park - Krsthaven's young midfielder Jahmari Hexham-Courant producing a marvellous display as he ran the show. Plenty of hope for the future then, and with reports of Demba Cisse being offered the job as the new U21 manager, the youngsters will be looking to be on top form as they complete for inclusion in the potential Di Bradini Cup squad. Not just the youngsters this week though, the veterans have still got it, with a double from Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard and a wonderful free kick from Sol Nordstrom earning Sporting Solsholm three points away at Aestahaade.

MATCHDAY 29
Jansberg Laguna 1–2 Sporting Matrolvik
Knaben Town 0–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
Krsthaven 4–1 FC Matovallanen
FC Kvist Town 0–4 FC Jansberg
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 2–3 FC York
Molsbik Arkjet 0–0 Kangemark Sport
FC Kolberg 1–0 Aestahaade
Sporting Solsholm 3–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Nuholm 4–0 Eikborg Club
KA Eastlands 0–0 Aalemark Sport

Things are getting especially interesting at the top now, with big wins for both Krsthaven and FC Jansberg at the expenses of FC Matovallanen and FC Kvist Town respectively. Molsbik Arkjet are lagging behind in third place now, with five points a lot bigger than it sounds at this late stage. 4th to 7th place is all to play for though, especially after FC Nuholm's battering of Eikborg Club 4-0 launching them into fifth place, and Sporting Solsholm's 3-0 win over Fransborg set Njilkaer sees them claim that all important fourth place position for now - just one point behind third place Arkjet. Knaben Town lose out to Sorensen Park Rangers who go a comfortable looking five points clear of the relegation zone, but Soren Pedersen's Knaben side are still looking comfortable themselves in the top half. It's been a fairly miserable season for the likes of FC Matovallanen and Sporting Matrolvik who are still languishing in lower mid-table, whilst they look safe enough from relegation, their fans will have definitely been expecting a lot more from them this campaign.

MATCHDAY 30
Sporting Matrolvik 2–1 KA Eastlands
Aalemark Sport 1–2 FC Nuholm
Eikborg Club 2–0 Sporting Solsholm
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 FC Kolberg
Aestahaade 0–4 Molsbik Arkjet
Kangemark Sport 0–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC York 0–1 FC Kvist Town
FC Jansberg 1–0 Krsthaven
FC Matovallanen 0–0 Knaben Town
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–1 Jansberg Laguna

Fast approaching the final eight now, we're treated to a top-of-the-table clash between FC Jansberg and Krsthaven in the capital. Despite the low scoreline, it was a very exciting affair as the teams battled for the top spot going into the 30-match mark, and it was the hosts who prevailed thanks to a low drive from Chris Simmonds just outside of the box. Simmonds has been electric on the right hand side for Jansberg, and despite narrowly missing out on an international callup at the beginning of the season, he'll hope his performances are enough for when World Cup qualification comes around. Molsbik Arkjet show they're not completely out of the fight themselves with an easy 4-0 win over Aestahaade, who slip into the relegation zone thanks to their goal difference being slightly bettered by Jansberg Laguna, who reduce the gap between themselves and rivals Sorensen Park Rangers as they grab an all-important away day victory thanks to a bullet header from centre-back Cyrus Congo - a player they will surely struggle to keep hold of should they go down. Still eight games to play, but Aalemark Sport look all but done for as they're eight points adrift from safety.

Premarligaen                     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jansberg 30 17 11 2 70 31 +39 62
2 Krsthaven 30 18 7 5 63 31 +32 61
3 Molsbik Arkjet 30 17 6 7 66 32 +34 57
4 FC Nuholm 30 17 5 8 49 39 +10 56
5 Eikborg Club 30 15 9 6 53 27 +26 54
6 Sporting Solsholm 30 15 8 7 56 37 +19 53
7 Fransborg set Njilkaer 30 16 5 9 40 33 +7 53
8 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 30 13 8 9 51 37 +14 47
9 Knaben Town 30 13 6 11 25 23 +2 45
10 Kangemark Sport 30 12 7 11 47 33 +14 43
11 FC Kolberg 30 12 6 12 32 31 +1 42
12 FC Kvist Town 30 11 7 12 39 40 −1 40
13 FC York 30 11 7 12 37 45 −8 40
14 Sporting Matrolvik 30 11 5 14 34 42 −8 38
15 FC Matovallanen 30 9 7 14 25 39 −14 34
16 Sorensen Park Rangers 30 8 3 19 27 60 −33 27
17 Jansberg Laguna 30 6 7 17 31 52 −21 25
18 Aestahaade 30 7 4 19 28 57 −29 25
19 KA Eastlands 30 6 2 22 23 70 −47 20
20 Aalemark Sport 30 5 2 23 14 51 −37 17
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PREMARLIGAEN 2050/51 - PART FOUR
MATCHDAY 31
Sorensen Park Rangers 2–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Jansberg Laguna 0–0 FC Matovallanen
Knaben Town 1–5 FC Jansberg
Krsthaven 2–2 FC York
FC Kvist Town 0–1 Kangemark Sport
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–2 Aestahaade
Molsbik Arkjet 1–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Kolberg 0–0 Eikborg Club
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 Aalemark Sport
FC Nuholm 2–0 KA Eastlands

As we enter the final stretch, the urgency starts to kick in for some teams more than others. Particularly at the top, where FC Jansberg manage a very comfortable win over Knaben Town thanks to another attacking masterclass from their forward quartet, and for FC Nuholm who make no mistakes with relegation favourites KA Eastlands. Young striker Neo Sundstrom scores a brace on just his second start of the campaign, after injuries to both Isaac Kjaer and Jamal Villa see them unavailable for the fixture. Elsewhere, Krsthaven will be kicking themselves after they drop points at the expense of FC York - Knudt Courtois netting a stunning equaliser in the 78th minute from range. On the topic of "potential goal of the season", Molsbik Arkjet's Axel Asquilla produced a candidate for that award with his goal against Fransborg set Njilkaer. Picking the ball up in his own half, he set upon a mazy run past five opposition players before bending it past the advancing Bartelome Tamba, standing in for the injured Diego Clarke, from the edge of the box.

MATCHDAY 32
Sporting Matrolvik 0–1 FC Nuholm
KA Eastlands 1–5 Sporting Solsholm
Aalemark Sport 0–1 FC Kolberg
Eikborg Club 2–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Aestahaade 2–1 FC Kvist Town
Kangemark Sport 0–1 Krsthaven
FC York 1–0 Knaben Town
FC Jansberg 4–0 Jansberg Laguna
FC Matovallanen 0–2 Sorensen Park Rangers

Krsthaven dust themselves off from last week with a narrow win over Kangemark Sport, but fans won't really care how - it's the why that matters. Lagging three points behind FC Jansberg now, who brush aside rivals Jansberg Laguna with considerable ease, the title race is getting close as ever. Third place Molsbik Arkjet have some work to do five points behind the summit, but their win over Eikborg Club will do them no harm, with a late win from striker Rolando Gronkjaer. Kwame Cole has been excellent at providing opportunities for youngers this season, and there is plenty of hope for the future for the team with the likes of Gronkjaer and co. At the bottom end, things aren't as close with Aalemark Sport and KA Eastlands both tied on just 20 points - a dismal return for teams of their stature. Jansberg Laguna are faring a bit better with 26 points, but they're still five points behind safety, Aestahaade increasing the gap after their win over FC Kvist Town, who are starting to slip down a bit in the realms of mid table.

MATCHDAY 33
FC Matovallanen 2–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–3 FC Jansberg
Jansberg Laguna 3–2 FC York
Knaben Town 1–4 Kangemark Sport
Krsthaven 4–1 Aestahaade
FC Kvist Town 1–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–4 Eikborg Club
Molsbik Arkjet 3–1 Aalemark Sport
FC Kolberg 6–4 KA Eastlands
Sporting Solsholm 1–1 FC Nuholm

Wow. If you said at the start of the season one of the highest goalscoring fixtures would be between FC Kolberg and KA Eastlands, we probably would have laughed. Who knows what Tunji Adebayo had for breakfast this morning, but decided to go for all-out-attack as Eastlands paid them a visit, employing a 3-4-2-1 formation with full-backs Andre Driscoll-Glennon and Diego Bonriou unavailable. Goals from Kennedy Chipansa and Glenn Baah twice, plus strikes from Stefano Bartlett and Kyneil Rowe earned them the three points but their defensive responsibilities were clearly shirked with the visitors able to get on the scoresheet four times themselves. Elsewhere, Krsthaven take no chances against Aestahaade with a 4-1 victory, and FC Jansberg manage another win over their other city rivals Sorensen Park Rangers. Comfortable wins for Molsbik Arkjet and Eikborg Club leave FC Nuholm and Sporting Solsholm as the only top 6 clubs without a victory, as they play out a bit of a stifling 1-1 draw against each other.

MATCHDAY 34
Sporting Matrolvik 6–1 Sporting Solsholm
FC Nuholm 3–3 FC Kolberg
KA Eastlands 1–2 Molsbik Arkjet
Aalemark Sport 1–2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Eikborg Club 3–1 FC Kvist Town
Fransborg set Njilkaer 2–2 Krsthaven
Aestahaade 2–2 Knaben Town
Kangemark Sport 2–1 Jansberg Laguna
FC York 0–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Jansberg 2–0 FC Matovallanen

Another shock results of sorts this weekend as Sporting Matrolvik come out from nowhere to hammer Sporting Solsholm 6-1. Andre Carlstadt's side were without several key players in fairness - Carlos Bergmark (suspension), Rohan Ansah and Jemal Woods (injury), but they have always had comfortable reserves who have stepped in without a hitch throughout the season. Not today though, as a disorganised side stepped out at Matrolvik Park and duly paid the price. Molsbik Arkjet go level on points with Krsthaven as they take advantage with a win over KA Eastlands, as Krsthaven draw another important game this season after failing to get the better of Fransborg set Njilkaer. Eikborg Club meanwhile have their sights firmly set on that fourth place spot - they dispatch FC Kvist Town 3-1 with little resistance and with FC Nuholm also dropping points, Eric Nti-Bonso's side are just three points the final IFCF qualification spot with four games to go. Aalemark Sport and KA Eastlands are all but relegated now - unless one of them win their next four games and Aestahaade lose all four of theirs...and they can make up the goal difference. Which is highly unlikely. Aestahaade could join them though, with Jansberg Laguna just three points behind them.

MATCHDAY 35
FC Jansberg 3–0 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Matovallanen 1–0 FC York
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–1 Kangemark Sport
Jansberg Laguna 0–1 Aestahaade
Knaben Town 0–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Krsthaven 2–0 Eikborg Club
FC Kvist Town 1–0 Aalemark Sport
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 2–0 KA Eastlands
Molsbik Arkjet 2–1 FC Nuholm
FC Kolberg 1–0 Sporting Solsholm

Jansberg Laguna lose out on the chance to draw level on points with Aestahaade in their relegation six-pointer as the visitors walk away with the points. Michael Frempong's low free kick in the 37th minute set them apart, and Abel Nkutu's side aren't just safe yet, but in better stead than some. Sorensen Park Rangers slip down to 17th after their home loss to Kangemark Sport, but they're five points clear with three games to go and fans will expect them to avoid the drop - just. FC Jansberg go five points clear at the top with Krsthaven and Molsbik Arkjet on their best form, both earning solid wins over arguably some of the strongest opposition in fellow top five teams Eikborg Club and FC Nuholm respectively. Meanwhile in midtable, FC Kvist pick up a vital win over Aalemark Sport, which confirms their relegation, and Marc Strand will be hoping for as high as a finish as he can manage at this late stage. Sporting Saint Adrensburg also seal KA Eastlands' relegation, with a double from D.J Boateng deep in the second half consigning Pascal N'kala-N'kala's side to the 2Ligaen next campaign.

MATCHDAY 36
Sporting Matrolvik 2–0 FC Kolberg
Sporting Solsholm 0–3 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Nuholm 2–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
KA Eastlands 1–1 FC Kvist Town
Aalemark Sport 0–2 Krsthaven
Eikborg Club 1–0 Knaben Town
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 Jansberg Laguna
Aestahaade 2–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Kangemark Sport 2–3 FC Matovallanen
FC York 1–2 FC Jansberg

Aestahaade secure their safety thanks to a 2-0 win over Sorensen Park Rangers, who will hope they can secure safety themselves as they teeter dangerously on the verge of relegation down in 17th place. It's fair to say Abel Nkutu's Aestahaade side haven't been the most impressive this season and they'll consider themselves very lucky to avoid the drop, and there's pletny of work to be done in preparation for next season. At the top, FC Jansberg are inches away from the league title as they get a scrappy 2-1 win over FC York. They'll be without D'Jean Hamilton and Byron Mandanda for the next game, with the duo racking up one too many yellow cards to earn them both a week's suspension, but with a five point advantage over Krsthaven and Molsbik Arkjet now, they should be confident enough the title will be theirs. FC Nuholm meanwhile should just about obtain that final IFCF spot thanks to young striker Neo Sundstrom with a double again, but with Eikborg Club still three points behind, it's not guaranteed.

MATCHDAY 37
FC York 0–0 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Jansberg 3–4 Kangemark Sport
FC Matovallanen 0–0 Aestahaade
Sorensen Park Rangers 2–3 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Jansberg Laguna 2–3 Eikborg Club
Knaben Town 1–2 Aalemark Sport
Krsthaven 6–0 KA Eastlands
FC Kvist Town 0–6 FC Nuholm
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–5 Sporting Solsholm
Molsbik Arkjet 0–2 FC Kolberg

And what drama! FC Jansberg miss out on the chance to secure the league title in a thrilling encounter with Kangemark Sport. The visitors come away with the three points after a late winner from Kevin Lindegaard, and Kadell Stevens will be fuming - especially moreso if they lose out to Krsthaven, who rub salt in the wounds of the already-relegated KA Eastlands as they cruise to an easy 6-0 victory. Looks like it's just the luck of the fixture calendar! At least it provides us with some final day excitement. Molsbik Arkjet meanwhile can only finish 2nd place, but they'll be very happy with 3rd if not despite their loss to FC Kolberg who secure a top ten finish. One of the other two Jansberg teams will be going down this season - Sorensen Park Rangers look to be in prime position to manage safety, but it's not a given with Jansberg Laguna just two points behind. All to play for in the final matchday then...SPR facing Eikborg Club who are chasing that final IFCF spot, and Laguna facing an already relegated Aalemark Sport. Like we said - it's just the luck of the fixture calendar!

MATCHDAY 38
Sporting Matrolvik 2–4 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Kolberg 2–3 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 FC Kvist Town
FC Nuholm 1–5 Krsthaven
KA Eastlands 0–1 Knaben Town
Aalemark Sport 2–0 Jansberg Laguna
Eikborg Club 5–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 FC Matovallanen
Aestahaade 1–1 FC Jansberg
Kangemark Sport 6–2 FC York

Where do we start? The final matchday is always a lot of fun, especially with all matches kicking off at the same time - 3PM on the second Saturday in May. We'll start with a quick gloss over the mid-table fixtures - FC Kvist Town secure a respectable 11th place finish thanks to their victory over Sporting Solsholm, who slip down to 8th. Knaben Town end up just a place behind Kvist, and FC York, Sporting Matrolvik and FC Matovallanen end up rounding out 13th to 15th respectively after they all lose. Very close indeed. Now, veering towards the relegation zone, both relegation-threatened teams lose. Aalemark Sport pull out a win when it doesn't affect them at all - typical! And that win over Jansberg Laguna sees Simon Marcssen's side joining them and KA Eastlands in the 2Ligaen next year. Sorensen Park Rangers meanwhile are absolutely hammered 5-0 by Eikborg Club but they couldn't care less as they live to fight another day, and Eric Nti-Bonso's side draw level on points with FC Nuholm, but their superior goal difference sees them get that last IFCF place - well deserved. Nuholm will be bitterly disappointed to lose out, especially after losing 5-1 to Krsthaven who are willing to stop at nothing in their pursuit of the league title. But was it enough?

It seemed like it was. With FC Jansberg trailing to Aestahaade for the first sixty minutes, word spread round fast and Krsthaven looked on course to securing their second successive title. Jansberg weren't themselves at all, and Kadell Stevens made a triple substitution on the hour mark. Throwing the dice was an understatement, with young striker Montell Simms and reserve attackers Mohammed Yao and Mackareo Montreal entering the fray in place of Loick Sorensen, D'Jean Hamilton and Marcel Cortonwood respectively. The trio of substitutes have only played a bit-part in the campaign so far, so they all came on with a point to prove. Jansberg's main attacking quartet is far superior to pretty much every team in the league so it's hard for them to break in, but a run of play just after 72 minutes showed fans what they were capable of - almost like they were the starters, not the imposters that had turned up claiming to be Sorensen, Hamilton and Cortonwood.

Winger Yao received the ball on the left flank and began a driving run, using his physique to barge past opposition defenders. Yao doesn't have the typical build of a winger, looking more like a target man if anything, but he used that to his advantage with his speed throwing off Aestahaade completely. Knocking it into the path of Montreal, who had struggled a lot with injuries, he then chipped it into the path of Simms who hit it cleanly first time. It looked to be sailing in, but Jonathan Corner just about got a glove to it, sending it spinning in the path of Chris Simmonds. Now, Simmonds had been unlucky to not receive a callup to Semarland for either the Brevity or CAFA cups, and his performances this season have shown why he deserves a chance. Simmonds pounced on the rebound and poked it home past the stranded Corner who lay prone on the turf, sending the travelling Jansberg contingent into elation. As things stood, they were on top - level on points, but a better goal difference.

There were murmurs in the stands that Krsthaven had taken their foot of the gas. 3-1 up, word got round the NUArena that Jansberg had equalised. FC Nuholm were still very much in the fight as they looked to claw back a point to get that precious final IFCF spot, and Chevone Clarke's dipping effort almost got the better of Renell Jones. Marcel Labonne threw on Shamal Rookwood in place of the tiring Gennaro Ritchie and young midfielder Jahmari Hexham-Courant to inject some flair into the game, and it worked, with the duo combining to allow Rookwood to thunder home a fourth 80 minutes in. They'd get a fifth minutes later with Emran Eriksen heading home from a corner, but it didn't matter. They needed five more goals to achieve superior goal difference, and even they couldn't manage that. Jansberg held strong but refused to rest on their laurels, with Yao coming close to scoring himself with a thunderous effort that had Corner scrambling. Goalkeeper Russell Boakye-Yiadom produced a superb double save at the other end to deny Deisson Sakho, and before long the whistles started to blow around the grounds.

FC Jansberg had done it. They fought valiantly all season, as did Krsthaven, and some will find it cruel that it went right down to the wire. If you're a Krsthaven of course, any neutral would think you're a soft bastard - "Why aren't you enjoying it? This is how football should be!" - and it's true! It's always more fun when it's decided in the dying moments...unless it's your team involved. Which is fair enough. We'd have all had heart attacks. Anyway, it's not all gloom for Krsthaven as they earn qualification for IFCF football, in the Challengers Cup alongside Molsbik Arkjet and Eikborg Club. FC Nuholm will be gutted to miss out, but there's plenty to build on for next season. A thrilling campaign, and a fitting one too as Semarland complete the first season of their return. There'll be lots more to come - we might see some of the best players earning moves abroad, and we might see players coming in from distant shores too. For now, let's relax and enjoy as we look ahead to the World Cup qualifiers. Before we go, here's a quick rundown of the rest of the leagues, and stay tuned for a recap of the cup competitions and academy football too.

2050/51 Premarligaen             Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jansberg 38 23 12 3 93 39 +54 81 - Champions, IFCF CL
2 Krsthaven 38 24 9 5 87 37 +50 81 - IFCF ChC
3 Molsbik Arkjet 38 24 6 8 84 41 +43 78 - IFCF ChC
4 Eikborg Club 38 20 10 8 71 35 +36 70 - IFCF ChC

5 FC Nuholm 38 21 7 10 66 51 +15 70
6 Fransborg set Njilkaer 38 19 7 12 47 40 +7 64
7 Kangemark Sport 38 18 7 13 67 44 +23 61
8 Sporting Solsholm 38 17 9 12 68 52 +16 60
9 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 38 16 9 13 61 53 +8 57
10 FC Kolberg 38 16 8 14 47 43 +4 56
11 FC Kvist Town 38 14 8 16 45 53 −8 50
12 Knaben Town 38 14 7 17 31 39 −8 49
13 FC York 38 12 10 16 45 59 −14 46
14 Sporting Matrolvik 38 13 6 19 46 55 −9 45
15 FC Matovallanen 38 12 9 17 31 47 −16 45
16 Aestahaade 38 11 7 20 39 66 −27 40
17 Sorensen Park Rangers 38 10 4 24 34 75 −41 34
18 Jansberg Laguna 38 8 8 22 38 66 −28 32 - Relegated
19 Aalemark Sport 38 8 2 28 21 61 −40 26 - Relegated
20 KA Eastlands 38 6 3 29 30 95 −65 21 - Relegated


2050/51 2LIGAEN
BT Klub pretty much walk the league, brushing aside most of the teams in their path. Rene Brown's side have been close to promotion every year, and this is the season they finally earn their deserved breakthrough. Most of their key players are invested in the project too, and promotion means they're even more likely to keep them on board as they take on the Premarligaen. They're joined by Brondby, formerly of Premarligaen fame many moons ago, and a new face to the top tier in Honeywell & Brighouse. The trio will also enter the IFCF Liga B Champions Trophy, so may look to expand their playing ranks to cover international competition - although they should be used to the amount of games given they undergo a 46-match season. At the bottom, it's goodbye to FC Helm and FC Sjordsbrik, who are joined by FC Arkrau, who are cruelly relegated by just a mere point. Despite the fact they shipped 104 goals...the highest in the division.

2050/51 2Ligaen               Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 BT Klub 46 29 10 7 113 75 +38 97 - Champions, Promoted, IFCF LBCT
2 Brondby 46 26 13 7 120 77 +43 91 - Promoted, IFCF LBCT
3 Honeywell & Brighouse 46 24 15 7 86 58 +28 87 - Promoted, IFCF LBCT

4 Adjurgen 46 21 10 15 80 71 +9 73
5 Sudnordics 46 19 14 13 92 76 +16 71
6 Arkrau Klub 46 19 14 13 77 65 +12 71
7 FC Slatslo 46 19 13 14 97 85 +12 70
8 Simethagen 46 18 15 13 59 53 +6 69
9 Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 46 18 11 17 65 61 +4 65
10 Copenbrok Klub 46 17 12 17 74 81 −7 63
11 Rumenlo Sapruna 46 18 8 20 65 76 −11 62
12 Monksgate Borough 46 16 13 17 82 76 +6 61
13 Aerlo Sport 46 15 16 15 66 74 −8 61
14 Yorligenen 46 15 14 17 61 62 −1 59
15 FC Nordsem 46 17 8 21 67 82 −15 59
16 FC Makslem 46 14 15 17 72 68 +4 57
17 Brickland Klub 46 14 14 18 83 93 −10 56
18 Yaande 46 15 10 21 76 79 −3 55
19 Aaadesbrigg Klub 46 14 13 19 66 69 −3 55
20 Molsbik Kadet 46 14 12 20 57 59 −2 54
21 ORLOSport 46 12 11 23 60 90 −30 47
22 FC Arkrau 46 12 10 24 71 104 −33 46 - Relegated
23 FC Sjordsbrik 46 12 6 28 51 77 −26 42 - Relegated
24 FC Helm 46 9 13 24 40 69 −29 40 - Relegated


2050/51 LIG1
OS23 also secure a comfortable title win as they break the 100 points barrier with considerable ease. Led by Semarland legend Jakob Larsen, they'll aim for a mid-table - perhaps top 10 finish next year. Batstrom 212 and Colchester & Baxwell join them ascending to the top flight, and both teams will be more than happy with avoiding relegation, but there is potential to be built on there too. The likes of Mostenstad IF and Draslo IF were unlucky to miss out on promotion, and no doubt will be the favourites next campaign. At the bottom, FC Reglanvik, Eikland Sport and FC Aarevik go down without much of a fight, and there is much work to be done if they look to return to the third tier any time soon.

2050/51 Lig1                Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 OS23 46 32 7 7 105 47 +58 103 - Champions, Promoted
2 Batstrom 212 46 25 11 10 74 51 +23 86 - Promoted
3 Colchester & Baxwell 46 23 11 12 86 67 +19 80 - Promoted

4 Mostenstad IF 46 21 13 12 84 64 +20 76
5 Draslo IF 46 22 10 14 82 62 +20 76
6 Hjarmanden IF 46 20 13 13 74 47 +27 73
7 Baton Lodge 46 20 10 16 83 69 +14 70
8 Knutholm FK 46 18 15 13 67 60 +7 69
9 Tromso FK 46 19 11 16 77 71 +6 68
10 Aarland BK 46 19 10 17 63 63 0 67
11 BK Hanningborg 46 17 14 15 63 62 +1 65
12 Copenbrok South Side 46 16 17 13 76 76 0 65
13 Eskenhammer MK 46 18 10 18 67 64 +3 64
14 Storso FK 46 17 11 18 70 69 +1 62
15 East Fransborg Town 46 15 16 15 58 63 −5 61
16 Haxstad AFK 46 15 14 17 59 59 0 59
17 Danurhagen 46 15 14 17 58 62 −4 59
18 Denmark Town 46 14 13 19 68 74 −6 55
19 Grove Klub 46 11 16 19 61 79 −18 49
20 Finqar Atletiik 46 12 12 22 59 82 −23 48
21 FC Sunde 46 11 14 21 52 79 −27 47
22 FC Reglanvik 46 10 11 25 53 78 −25 41 - Relegated
23 Eikland Sport 46 8 10 28 49 99 −50 34 - Relegated
24 FC Aarevik 46 6 13 27 56 97 −41 31 - Relegated


2050/51 LIG2
Blokhus FC win the league as predicted and they are joined by East Krsthaven United and Caastenholm IF in moving up to Lig1, and all three teams stand a good chance of securing their status in the third tier next season. Quite close in the rest of the league with just twelve points seperating 6th place AB Sonen and one of the newer teams, 18th place Saint Mikkel Monastery - showing it is truly all to play for in this league. Unlike our prediction, Snaadhagen Klub manage to avoid the drop and will hope to consolidate on that next campaign. Motterlund Sport, Hallenburg FK and Stevenstead IF weren't as lucky, as they sink to the Konferuuns Natunol for 2051/52.

2050/51 Lig2                  Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Blokhus FC 46 29 11 6 93 39 +54 98 - Champions, Promoted
2 East Krsthaven United 46 26 10 10 87 57 +30 88 - Promoted
3 Caastenholm IF 46 24 13 9 74 44 +30 85 - Promoted

4 Reksberg Sanerklub 46 19 16 11 70 64 +6 73
5 Briggate Town 46 19 13 14 73 61 +12 70
6 AB Sonen 46 19 12 15 73 70 +3 69
7 Kalugenhaven 46 18 13 15 60 61 −1 67
8 Bylderup IF 46 17 15 14 69 66 +3 66
9 Bondlund United 46 17 14 15 57 60 −3 65
10 FC Anderstad 46 18 10 18 59 54 +5 64
11 FC Jorgerstrom 46 18 10 18 60 59 +1 64
12 Yespen IF 46 17 12 17 64 66 −2 63
13 Jurlundhaus 46 15 16 15 69 68 +1 61
14 Haalo IF 46 14 18 14 72 67 +5 60
15 AB Rutskirke 46 14 16 16 60 59 +1 58
16 Svaedholm Klub 46 16 10 20 66 75 −9 58
17 Raakevik Sport 46 13 18 15 51 57 −6 57
18 Saint Mikkel Monastery 46 12 21 13 64 72 −8 57
19 Normenberg Fjords 46 14 12 20 59 69 −10 54
20 Snaadhagen Klub 46 11 14 21 48 66 −18 47
21 Nordluune 46 12 10 24 47 75 −28 46
22 Motterlund Sport 46 10 15 21 53 73 −20 45 - Relegated
23 Hallenburg FK 46 9 13 24 47 64 −17 40 - Relegated
24 Stevenstad IF 46 9 12 25 44 73 −29 39 - Relegated


2050/51 KONFERUUNS NATUNOL
An easy title for Nuholm Northgate who advance to "the 92" with Andersholm FC and Aero Club following suit. It was quite close at the top, with the likes of Kangemark Docklands & Eastbridge Town very much in the running for promotion, and they'll look to build on their respectable campaigns next season. Relegation wise, Laansjande Arkjet & Morling United are consigned to the Konferuuns Nord, whilst Elspen MK and FC Skretteberg will be playing in the Konferuuns Sud next season. Motrenaxe BK and Susland AK were very lucky to not be joining them, and safety will be paramount for them next season as they look to avoid another close shave.

2050/51 Konferuuns Natunol     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Nuholm Northgate 38 30 4 4 68 24 +44 94 - Champions, Promoted
2 Andersholm FC 38 24 6 8 73 24 +49 78 - Promoted
3 Aero Club 38 22 11 5 69 30 +39 77 - Promoted

4 Kangemark Docklands 38 23 6 9 50 32 +18 75
5 Eastbridge Town 38 21 10 7 58 35 +23 73
6 AFC Eikborg 38 21 7 10 57 32 +25 70
7 Kolberg Harbour 38 19 9 10 48 30 +18 66
8 Karlesfarne Town 38 18 9 11 65 41 +24 63
9 Strand Rovers 38 17 7 14 63 39 +24 58
10 Mossholm Sport 38 17 5 16 38 45 −7 56
11 FC1. Sonderstad 38 13 10 15 44 44 0 49
12 Aakesborg IF 38 11 15 12 37 38 −1 48
13 Farnhamstad FK 38 11 11 16 34 44 −10 44
14 Larsson Bay Defence 38 12 8 18 35 52 −17 44
15 Motrenaxe BK 38 9 8 21 34 57 −23 35
16 Susland AK 38 8 9 21 23 54 −31 33
17 Laansjande Arkjet 38 8 8 22 34 59 −25 32 - Relegated
18 Elspen MK 38 8 4 26 23 75 −52 28 - Relegated
19 FC Skretteberg 38 5 9 24 26 63 −37 24 - Relegated
20 Morling United 38 3 4 31 16 77 −61 13 - Relegated


2050/51 KONFERUUNS NORD
2050/51 Konferuuns Nord     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Kjaer FC 42 27 11 4 95 41 +54 92 - Champions, Promoted
2 Nordsunde 42 28 6 8 96 42 +54 90 - Promoted

3 Hockberg Rovers 42 26 10 6 91 58 +33 88
4 Yohanstad United 42 25 10 7 89 57 +32 85
5 Jonneslund IF 42 26 3 13 90 56 +34 81
6 South Solsholm Athletic 42 21 13 8 61 36 +25 76
7 Norhagen Town 42 21 9 12 67 43 +24 72
8 St Isaac Rovers 42 19 11 12 73 59 +14 68
9 Knebbsrigge 42 17 14 11 83 71 +12 65
10 Kollenstad MK 42 18 10 14 69 59 +10 64
11 Maklenstad United 42 15 9 18 64 72 −8 54
12 Sudsunde 42 13 14 15 72 59 +13 53
13 Knutsen-Lind AFK 42 15 7 20 69 76 −7 52
14 Snowmount AFK 42 13 13 16 54 70 −16 52
15 Martensbrough 42 11 15 16 70 81 −11 48
16 Metrenheim-Barsjor 42 13 9 20 54 79 −25 48
17 Yonasberg United 42 12 7 23 43 58 −15 43
18 Nordenhalle Bay 42 12 5 25 51 73 −22 41
19 Sorstrom Club 42 10 4 28 42 88 −46 34
20 Tornado Haeden 42 9 5 28 49 92 −43 32
21 Arken United 42 6 9 27 26 74 −48 27
22 Nu Hemlo FK 42 6 4 32 45 109 −64 22


2050/51 KONFERUUNS SUD
2050/51 Konferuuns Sud     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Lindt Island 42 29 8 5 90 30 +60 95 - Champions, Promoted
2 Brandt-Brigg FC 42 26 9 7 65 27 +38 87 - Promoted

3 Arlo FK 42 26 6 10 73 43 +30 84
4 AC Jordensfarne 42 23 12 7 50 27 +23 81
5 FC Sorensberg 42 23 6 13 71 35 +36 75
6 Pedelsborg IF 42 20 13 9 59 44 +15 73
7 Furulund-Mjaanes 42 20 12 10 65 37 +28 72
8 Sandestrom United 42 19 14 9 55 35 +20 71
9 Stefansburgh Monastery 42 20 9 13 57 33 +24 69
10 Dieterstrom Rovers 42 18 10 14 41 38 +3 64
11 Nuholm Green 42 17 8 17 38 39 −1 59
12 Steffan Mauyen FC 42 14 12 16 46 45 +1 54
13 Habangen Town 42 13 13 16 38 51 −13 52
14 Motte Rovers 42 14 10 18 39 54 −15 52
15 Morlo IK 42 13 8 21 35 49 −14 47
16 FC Breistrand 42 11 12 19 47 52 −5 45
17 Lindesfaer Klub 42 11 11 20 35 46 −11 44
18 Morlen FC 42 8 14 20 35 65 −30 38
19 Lundburgh AFK 42 7 13 22 31 63 −32 34
20 Nu Branklo 42 7 12 23 34 68 −34 33
21 Svaedsburgh 42 5 10 27 24 79 −55 25
22 NB Polding 42 3 8 31 20 88 −68 17
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SFA CUP 2050/51
PRELIMINARY ROUND
Arlo FK 1–0 FC Skretteberg
Morlen FC 0–1 Strand Rovers
Norhagen Town 2–1 Kollenstad MK
Martensbrough 1–0 Steffan Mauyen FC
Farnhamstad FK 1–1 Larsson Bay Defence (1–1 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Arken United 1–1 Knutsen-Lind AFK (1–1 AET) (3–5 pen.)
Yohanstad United 0–1 Mossholm Sport
Nu Branklo 0–0 Metrenheim-Barsjor (0–0 AET) (1–3 pen.)
Pedelsborg IF 1–0 Susland AK
Nu Hemlo FK 0–2 Laansjande Arkjet
Sudsunde 0–0 Nuholm Green (2–1 AET)
Yonasberg United 0–0 NB Polding (0–0 AET) (4–5 pen.)
Lindesfaer Klub 0–1 St Isaac Rovers
Motte Rovers 2–0 Knebbsrigge
Snowmount AFK 0–4 Lindt Island
Lundburgh AFK 0–1 FC1. Sonderstad
Tornado Haeden 1–3 Sorstrom Club
AC Jordensfarne 4–1 FC Breistrand
Hockberg Rovers 0–1 Motrenaxe BK
Elspen MK 0–1 Dieterstrom Rovers
South Solsholm Athletic 0–2 Strand Rovers
Morlo IK 0–1 Nordenhalle Bay
Svaedsburgh 3–4 Morling United
Maklenstad United 2–4 Brandt-Brigg FC
Jonneslund IF 4–1 Habangen Town
Stefansburgh Monastery 1–2 FC Sorensberg
Nordsunde 0–2 Kjaer FC
Aakesborg IF 3–1 Sandestrom United

44 teams from the Konferuuns Nord & Sud plus the 8 lowest ranked Konferuuns Natunol enter in the preliminary round to determine who enters the straight knockout from Round 1 onwards. No real surprises, with league favourites such as Kjaer FC and Lindt Island earning comfortable victories.

ROUND 1
Aerlo Sport 1–3 Sporting Matrolvik
Stevenstad IF 0–0 Finqar Atletiik (0–1 AET)
Pedelsborg IF 1–1 AB Sonen (2–1 AET)
Lindt Island 0–1 Arkrau Klub
Haxstad AFK 1–0 FC1. Sonderstad
FC Sorensberg 1–0 Raakevik Sport
Motterlund Sport 0–2 Aero Club
FC Nuholm 0–0 Knutholm FK (0–0 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Yaande 3–1 Honeywell & Brighouse
Farnhamstad FK 2–2 Yorligenen (3–2 AET)
Andersholm FC 1–3 Knaben Town
Grove Klub 0–1 Monksgate Borough
Saint Mikkel Monastery 0–1 Kalugenhaven
FC Slatslo 0–1 FC Kolberg
Simethagen 2–0 AB Rutskirke
Aarland BK 2–1 Norhagen Town
FC Anderstad 1–0 Eikland Sport
AFC Eikborg 4–1 Laansjande Arkjet
FC Sjordsbrik 1–0 Kangemark Sport
Jonneslund IF 1–3 Rumenlo Sapruna
BT Klub 1–0 BK Hanningborg
KA Eastlands 2–3 Aaadesbrigg Klub
Reksberg Sanerklub 1–2 Draslo IF
Aakesborg IF 0–1 Copenbrok Klub
Martensbrough 0–1 FC Kvist Town
Molsbik Kadet 0–3 Eikborg Club
Brickland Klub 1–0 Kolberg Harbour
Hjarmanden IF 1–0 Mostenstad IF
Sudnordics 0–0 OS23 (0–0 AET) (4–2 pen.)
Nordenhalle Bay 1–1 Hallenburg FK (1–1 AET) (3–2 pen.)
Nordluune 0–0 Jurlundhaus (1–1 AET) (4–1 pen.)
Storso FK 0–0 Sorstrom Club (0–1 AET)
Svaedholm Klub 1–1 Eskenhammer MK (1–1 AET) (3–2 pen.)
Yespen IF 2–1 AC Jordensfarne
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–2 Aalemark Sport
Kjaer FC 1–0 FC Aarevik
Snaadhagen Klub 3–1 Bylderup IF
East Fransborg Town 0–2 FC Matovallanen
Haalo IF 1–0 Sudsunde
Sporting Solsholm 2–1 NB Polding
Dieterstrom Rovers 3–3 St Isaac Rovers (4–3 AET)
Brondby 1–0 Batstrom 212
Blokhus FC 0–3 Adjurgen
Kangemark Docklands 0–1 Metrenheim-Barsjor
Colchester & Baxwell 0–1 FC Nordsem
Molsbik Arkjet 1–0 Nuholm Northgate
Baton Lodge 0–1 FC Jorgerstrom
East Krsthaven United 1–2 Morling United
Krsthaven 3–0 Karlesfarne Town
Denmark Town 0–1 Aestahaade
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–0 Briggate Town
FC Sunde 1–2 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Arkrau 0–1 FC Helm
Danurhagen 0–1 Caastenholm IF
Copenbrok South Side 0–3 FC Jansberg
Brandt-Brigg FC 2–1 FC Reglanvik
Arlo FK 1–0 Bondlund United
Eastbridge Town 3–0 ORLOSport
Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 1–0 Furulund-Mjaanes
Knutsen-Lind AFK 0–2 FC York
Strand Rovers 1–0 Jansberg Laguna
FC Makslem 1–0 Normenberg Fjords
Motte Rovers 0–1 Mossholm Sport
Tromso FK 0–1 Motrenaxe BK

Round 1 sees the "92" plus the remaining 8 Konferuuns Natunol sides enter along with the 28 preliminary round winners. There's already a couple of "giant killings", such as Jansberg Laguna falling victim to Strand Rovers of the Konferuuns Natunol, and FC Nuholm are close to an early embarassment as they scrape through on penalties against Lig1's Knutholm FK. Easy wins for the majority of the big teams, but the pressure only increases as the tournament goes on.

ROUND 2
Aalemark Sport 1–1 FC Kolberg (1–1 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Svaedholm Klub 1–0 Farnhamstad FK
FC Makslem 1–2 Hjarmanden IF
Rumenlo Sapruna 2–0 Aero Club
Finqar Atletiik 2–2 Simethagen (2–2 AET) (1–3 pen.)
Aestahaade 0–0 FC Matovallanen (0–0 AET) (7–8 pen.)
Yaande 0–0 Lindenshalle-Knutsunde (0–0 AET) (4–2 pen.)
Yespen IF 0–1 Dieterstrom Rovers
Kjaer FC 2–0 Nordenhalle Bay
Arkrau Klub 3–1 Aaadesbrigg Klub
Caastenholm IF 0–2 Copenbrok Klub
FC Sjordsbrik 0–4 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Jansberg 0–2 Brondby
FC Jorgerstrom 0–3 Sporting Solsholm
BT Klub 2–2 FC York (2–3 AET)
Metrenheim-Barsjor 0–3 Eikborg Club
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–1 Aarland BK
Haxstad AFK 1–0 FC Helm
Arlo FK 0–2 Adjurgen
FC Sorensberg 2–0 Pedelsborg IF
FC Kvist Town 1–1 Brandt-Brigg FC (2–2 AET) (2–3 pen.)
Knaben Town 2–0 Kalugenhaven
FC Nordsem 2–0 FC Anderstad
AFC Eikborg 0–4 FC Nuholm
Nordluune 0–1 Sorstrom Club
Monksgate Borough 2–5 Sporting Matrolvik
Brickland Klub 0–1 Motrenaxe BK
Mossholm Sport 1–2 Haalo IF
Strand Rovers 1–0 Eastbridge Town
Krsthaven 1–1 Snaadhagen Klub (1–1 AET) (4–5 pen.)
Sudnordics 0–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Morling United 1–3 Draslo IF

A heavily rotated FC Jansberg side fall out at the hands of Brondby, but Kadell Stevens might be thankful deep down as he can focus on the league title with minimal distractions. Krsthaven join them, with Snaadhagen Klub holding them all the way to a penalty shootout. Gennaro Christie sees his penalty uncharacteristically saved, and the visitors take advantage to book their place in the third round. Brandt-Brigg FC of the Konferuuns Sud also knock out FC Kvist Town on penalties - could we end up seeing a winner from the lower leagues this season?

ROUND 3
Brondby 1–0 FC Sorensberg
Simethagen 0–2 FC York
Strand Rovers 0–1 Snaadhagen Klub
Eikborg Club 1–0 Aalemark Sport
Aarland BK 0–2 FC Matovallanen
FC Nuholm 1–0 Draslo IF
Adjurgen 4–0 Kjaer FC
Sorstrom Club 2–0 Hjarmanden IF
Brandt-Brigg FC 0–1 Svaedholm Klub
Sporting Matrolvik 1–2 Molsbik Arkjet
Motrenaxe BK 0–0 Copenbrok Klub (0–1 AET)
FC Nordsem 0–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Arkrau Klub 1–0 Haxstad AFK
Knaben Town 0–1 Sporting Solsholm
Rumenlo Sapruna 1–1 Yaande (3–2 AET)
Dieterstrom Rovers 0–2 Haalo IF

Thirty-two teams remain, and Snaadhagen Klub advance again at the expense of Strand Rovers. Brandt-Brigg FC, who many were hoping to see progress to the Round of 16, aren't as lucky. Only a handful teams remain from the Premarligaen, with just seven progressing to the next round. A fairly uneventful round in all honesty.

ROUND OF 16
FC Nuholm 1–0 Rumenlo Sapruna
FC Matovallanen 1–1 Svaedholm Klub (1–2 AET)
Adjurgen 0–1 Brondby
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–0 FC York (1–0 AET)
Eikborg Club 0–1 Molsbik Arkjet
Arkrau Klub 2–2 Copenbrok Klub (3–3 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Sorstrom Club 1–0 Snaadhagen Klub
Haalo IF 0–2 Sporting Solsholm

Konferuuns Nord side Sorstrom Club pop out of nowhere to defeat giant-killers Snaadhagen Klub. The draw has been kind to Sorstrom this season, but they've done well to make it this far that's for sure. Svaedholm Klub of Lig2 knock out FC Matovallanen after extra time, with a late winner from striker Daniel Eriksgaard seeing them through to the next stage. Elsewhere, just four teams from the Premarligaen make it through - meaning there's a 50% chance the winners of the competition could be from the lower leagues.

QUARTER FINAL
Arkrau Klub 0–0 Svaedholm Klub (0–0 AET) (2–3 pen.)
Molsbik Arkjet 2–0 Brondby
FC Nuholm 2–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Sporting Solsholm 1–0 Sorstrom Club[/b]

Svaedholm Klub make it through to the semi finals but there's no luck for Sorstrom Club who tried their best against Sporting Solsholm, but slipped to a narrow 1-0 defeat. Comfortable wins for Molsbik Arkjet over Brondby and FC Nuholm over Sporting Saint Adrensburg see them into the semi finals, and it's looking less likely now that a team from the lower tier will end up winning the competition.

SEMI FINAL
FC Nuholm 2–1 Svaedholm Klub
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 Molsbik Arkjet

Svaedholm give it their best but they miss out on the place in the final thanks to Neo Sundstrom's late winner for FC Nuholm. Tunji Tunde showed respect to the lower league side by fielding a near-full strength XI, with just two regular starters missing, but the team were fairly tired after being in league action just four days before. Molsbik Arkjet will be their opponents in the final after they scramble to a 1-0 victory over Sporting Solsholm in a tight affair.

FINAL
FC Nuholm 1–2 Molsbik Arkjet

Molsbik Arkjet are crowned SFA Cup champions thanks to goals from Lasse Jensen and captain Rameses Kristoffersen. This will see them play in the IFCF Cup Winners Cup next season, and no doubt there will be more opportunities for Kwame Cole's talented youngsters as the amount of games they will play next season will increase a respectable amount. FC Nuholm were unlucky to lose out on that space, even more so considering they missed out on IFCF Challengers Cup qualification, but there's plenty to build on for next campaign.

METRO CUP 2050/51
ROUND 1
Yorligenen 1–0 FC Anderstad
Eskenhammer MK 0–0 Batstrom 212 (1–0 AET)
OS23 0–0 East Krsthaven United (0–0 AET) (3–0 pen.)
Normenberg Fjords 1–0 Storso FK
Eikland Sport 1–1 Colchester & Baxwell (1–1 AET) (1–3 pen.)
Danurhagen 1–0 Brondby
Briggate Town 0–4 FC Slatslo
Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 1–2 Saint Mikkel Monastery
Tromso FK 1–2 Bondlund United
Svaedholm Klub 2–0 Draslo IF
Molsbik Kadet 1–1 Sudnordics (1–1 AET) (4–2 pen.)
FC Jorgerstrom 1–0 FC Nordsem
Kalugenhaven 1–1 Arkrau Klub (1–2 AET)
Monksgate Borough 0–1 FC Aarevik
Nordluune 0–1 Brickland Klub
AB Rutskirke 0–0 Haalo IF (0–0 AET) (2–3 pen.)
Reksberg Sanerklub 0–1 Haxstad AFK
Yespen IF 3–1 Aaadesbrigg Klub
Aarland BK 0–0 Denmark Town (0–0 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Snaadhagen Klub 1–2 Copenbrok Klub
FC Reglanvik 3–2 Bylderup IF
Raakevik Sport 2–0 FC Helm
Jurlundhaus 0–0 Yaande (0–0 AET) (1–3 pen.)
Motterlund Sport 1–0 Hallenburg FK
Hjarmanden IF 1–3 Mostenstad IF
ORLOSport 1–0 Honeywell & Brighouse
Blokhus FC 1–0 AB Sonen
Aerlo Sport 0–2 Rumenlo Sapruna
FC Arkrau 1–0 Copenbrok South Side
Knutholm FK 0–0 Stevenstad IF (0–0 AET) (5–3 pen.)
Caastenholm IF 1–0 East Fransborg Town
Simethagen 0–0 BT Klub (0–2 AET)
FC Sunde 0–0 Grove Klub (1–1 AET) (5–4 pen.)
FC Makslem 3–1 Adjurgen
FC Sjordsbrik 1–1 Baton Lodge (1–2 AET)
BK Hanningborg 2–2 Finqar Atletiik (3–2 AET)

ROUND 2
Normenberg Fjords 0–0 Brickland Klub (0–0 AET) (4–2 pen.)
Aestahaade 2–1 FC Jorgerstrom
Raakevik Sport 0–0 Haalo IF (0–0 AET) (3–4 pen.)
Svaedholm Klub 0–2 Knutholm FK
Aalemark Sport 1–0 Sporting Matrolvik
OS23 1–1 BK Hanningborg (1–1 AET) (1–2 pen.)
Jansberg Laguna 1–0 ORLOSport
KA Eastlands 0–0 Copenbrok Klub (0–0 AET) (5–4 pen.)
FC Kvist Town 4–1 FC Arkrau
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Yespen IF
Motterlund Sport 1–1 Bondlund United (1–1 AET) (4–5 pen.)
FC York 3–5 Molsbik Kadet
Sorensen Park Rangers 3–1 Aarland BK
FC Slatslo 0–1 Arkrau Klub
Baton Lodge 1–3 Sporting Solsholm
Saint Mikkel Monastery 1–1 FC Matovallanen (2–2 AET) (1–3 pen.)
Rumenlo Sapruna 1–1 Mostenstad IF (1–1 AET) (5–4 pen.)
Yorligenen 5–2 FC Reglanvik
Eskenhammer MK 1–0 Haxstad AFK
FC Aarevik 1–1 FC Makslem (1–2 AET)
Caastenholm IF 0–3 Yaande
BT Klub 2–1 Colchester & Baxwell
Danurhagen 0–0 FC Sunde (0–0 AET) (4–5 pen.)
Blokhus FC 2–1 Knaben Town

ROUND 3
FC Matovallanen 1–2 Aalemark Sport
Molsbik Arkjet 0–2 FC Kvist Town
Normenberg Fjords 0–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Sunde 1–3 Sporting Solsholm
FC Kolberg 1–2 BT Klub
Eikborg Club 0–4 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Knutholm FK 1–0 Krsthaven
KA Eastlands 0–0 Yorligenen (0–1 AET)
Arkrau Klub 3–0 BK Hanningborg
Haalo IF 1–2 Jansberg Laguna
FC Nuholm 4–5 FC Makslem
Yaande 1–0 Kangemark Sport
Bondlund United 0–1 Eskenhammer MK
Blokhus FC 0–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg (1–1 AET) (3–1 pen.)
FC Jansberg 0–0 Aestahaade (0–1 AET)
Molsbik Kadet 0–1 Rumenlo Sapruna

ROUND OF 16
Rumenlo Sapruna 2–3 Sorensen Park Rangers
Aestahaade 4–1 Eskenhammer MK
Aalemark Sport 0–0 Jansberg Laguna (1–0 AET)
Blokhus FC 0–2 BT Klub
Knutholm FK 1–4 FC Makslem
Yorligenen 1–3 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Kvist Town 1–0 Arkrau Klub
Yaande 1–4 Sporting Solsholm

QUARTER FINAL
FC Makslem 0–1 BT Klub
Sporting Solsholm 2–0 Aestahaade
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–0 FC Kvist Town (0–0 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Aalemark Sport 0–1 Sorensen Park Rangers

SEMI FINAL
Fransborg set Njilkaer 2–3 Sorensen Park Rangers
BT Klub 0–0 Sporting Solsholm (0–0 AET) (4–5 pen.)

FINAL
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–2 Sporting Solsholm

Sporting Solsholm are crowned Metro Cup champions this season, and they will get to play internationally next season with a place in the CAFA LigAnaia. Goals from Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard and Sol Nordstrom seal the victory, a nice touch for two veterans who have given a lot to the club over the last 10+ years. SPR were unlucky, but fans will be pleased they made it this far after a torrid season in the league that saw them just about avoid relegation.

2050/51 SFA TROPHY
ROUND 1
FC1. Sonderstad 2–3 Stefansburgh Monastery
Pedelsborg IF 0–1 Aero Club
Nu Hemlo FK 1–2 Kollenstad MK
Motrenaxe BK 0–1 AFC Eikborg
Knutsen-Lind AFK 0–0 Nuholm Green (0–1 AET)
AC Jordensfarne 3–2 Tornado Haeden
Andersholm FC 0–0 Arlo FK (2–0 AET)
FC Sorensberg 0–2 Jonneslund IF
Martensbrough 1–2 Steffan Mauyen FC
Kolberg Harbour 1–4 Motte Rovers
Arken United 0–1 Habangen Town
Lindesfaer Klub 1–0 Norhagen Town
Strand Rovers 1–1 Sorstrom Club (1–2 AET)
Morling United 1–1 Kjaer FC (1–1 AET) (3–2 pen.)
FC Breistrand 4–2 Eastbridge Town
Yohanstad United 0–0 St Isaac Rovers (0–0 AET) (3–4 pen.)
Sudsunde 0–1 Hockberg Rovers
South Solsholm Athletic 0–4 Lundburgh AFK
Farnhamstad FK 0–1 Yonasberg United
Kangemark Docklands 1–1 Aakesborg IF (1–1 AET) (4–5 pen.)
Morlen FC 1–3 Lindt Island -
Metrenheim-Barsjor 0–1 Morlo IK
Nordsunde 1–0 Snowmount AFK
Susland AK 1–0 Larsson Bay Defence
Elspen MK 1–0 Dieterstrom Rovers
Mossholm Sport 0–1 Nuholm Northgate
Nordenhalle Bay 1–0 Maklenstad United
Nu Branklo 0–0 FC Skretteberg (0–1 AET)
Sandestrom United 0–0 Brandt-Brigg FC (1–0 AET)
NB Polding 1–0 Laansjande Arkjet
Knebbsrigge 1–0 Svaedsburgh
Karlesfarne Town 0–2 Furulund-Mjaanes

ROUND 2
Stefansburgh Monastery 0–2 Aero Club
Kollenstad MK 0–3 AFC Eikborg
Nuholm Green 3–5 AC Jordensfarne
Andersholm FC 1–0 Jonneslund IF
Steffan Mauyen FC 0–0 Motte Rovers (0–0 AET) (7–6 pen.)
Habangen Town 2–3 Lindesfaer Klub
Sorstrom Club 1–0 Morling United
FC Breistrand 1–0 St Isaac Rovers
Hockberg Rovers 1–0 Lundburgh AFK
Yonasberg United 3–1 Aakesborg IF
Lindt Island 0–1 Morlo IK
Nordsunde 1–0 Susland AK
Elspen MK 0–1 Nuholm Northgate
Nordenhalle Bay 1–0 FC Skretteberg
Sandestrom United 0–1 NB Polding
Knebbsrigge 1–2 Furulund-Mjaanes

ROUND 3
Steffan Mauyen FC 1–0 Sorstrom Club
Lindesfaer Klub 1–1 FC Breistrand (1–1 AET) (3–2 pen.)
Andersholm FC 0–0 AFC Eikborg (1–0 AET)
Nordenhalle Bay 3–0 Hockberg Rovers
Aero Club 3–1 Nordsunde
NB Polding 1–4 Furulund-Mjaanes
Nuholm Northgate 5–2 Morlo IK
AC Jordensfarne 1–2 Yonasberg United

QUARTER FINAL
Lindesfaer Klub 1–5 Steffan Mauyen FC
Andersholm FC 2–1 Furulund-Mjaanes
Yonasberg United 0–0 Nuholm Northgate (0–0 AET) (1–3 pen.)
Nordenhalle Bay 0–1 Aero Club

SEMI FINAL
Steffan Mauyen FC 1–4 Andersholm FC
Nuholm Northgate 0–0 Aero Club (0–1 AET)

FINAL
Andersholm FC 1–3 Aero Club




Now for a quick look at the elite tier of academy football in Semarland - aka "Category One". FC Kolberg edged Krsthaven to the U20 title, and many members of that winning team will no doubt be part of first team manager Tunji Adebayo's plans next season. In the U18 league, fellow east coast side Eikborg Club won the title and secured qualification for the prestigious IFCF Rising Stars Cup next season. Krsthaven fans will be happy to see their youngsters lift the SFA Youth Cup, especially with the first team seeing no success this season, and a record 60,000 were in attendance at the Natunolstadion, the highest yet for a Youth Cup final.

U20 Premarligaen 2050/51          Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Kolberg U20 38 23 9 6 65 27 +38 78 - Champions, SFA Youth Invitational
2 Krsthaven U20 38 23 8 7 60 19 +41 77
3 Eikborg Club U20 38 22 7 9 56 28 +28 73
4 Molsbik Arkjet U20 38 21 6 11 53 27 +26 69
5 FC Nuholm U20 38 21 3 14 64 45 +19 66
6 Kangemark Sport U20 38 20 5 13 57 44 +13 65
7 Sporting Solsholm U20 38 19 6 13 50 35 +15 63
8 FC Jansberg U20 38 19 4 15 54 39 +15 61
9 Sporting Saint Adrensburg U20 38 17 9 12 52 50 +2 60
10 Fransborg set Njilkaer U20 38 16 8 14 38 49 −11 56
11 SNA East U20 38 15 7 16 45 49 −4 52
12 Sporting Matrolvik U20 38 13 12 13 47 42 +5 51
13 SNA North U20 38 14 7 17 30 44 −14 49
14 SNA South U20 38 13 9 16 44 48 −4 48
15 SNA West U20 38 13 6 19 39 56 −17 45
16 FC Matovallanen U20 38 9 8 21 26 54 −28 35
17 Sorensen Park Rangers U20 38 8 9 21 28 62 −34 33
18 FC York U20 38 7 9 22 31 54 −23 30
19 Jansberg Laguna U20 38 10 0 28 28 68 −40 30
20 KA Eastlands U20 38 7 8 23 34 61 −27 29


U18 Premarligaen 2050/51          Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Eikborg Club U18 38 26 9 3 58 17 +41 87 - Champions, IFCF Rising Stars Cup, SFA Youth Invitational
2 Krsthaven U18 38 23 8 7 59 27 +32 77
3 FC Jansberg U18 38 24 5 9 60 30 +30 77
4 FC Nuholm U18 38 21 11 6 59 30 +29 74
5 Sporting Solsholm U18 38 19 12 7 50 29 +21 69
6 Sporting Saint Adrensburg U18 38 17 10 11 47 30 +17 61
7 FC Kolberg U18 38 16 10 12 51 41 +10 58
8 Kangemark Sport U18 38 14 15 9 42 36 +6 57
9 Molsbik Arkjet U18 38 15 11 12 32 22 +10 56
10 Fransborg set Njilkaer U18 38 14 11 13 42 32 +10 53
11 SNA North U18 38 13 9 16 42 51 −9 48
12 SNA East U18 38 12 11 15 40 41 −1 47
13 Sporting Matrolvik U18 38 13 6 19 44 46 −2 45
14 Sorensen Park Rangers U18 38 11 10 17 37 43 −6 43
15 SNA South U18 38 12 7 19 47 55 −8 43
16 SNA West U18 38 12 6 20 39 53 −14 42
17 Jansberg Laguna U18 38 9 9 20 42 72 −30 36
18 FC Matovallanen U18 38 8 11 19 26 48 −22 35
19 KA Eastlands U18 38 5 6 27 29 92 −63 2
20 FC York U18 38 3 9 26 26 77 −51 18


SFA YOUTH CUP 2050/51
FINAL
Krsthaven U18 3-2 FC Jansberg U18
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Postby Semarland » Sat Aug 19, 2023 10:15 am

2050/51 PREMARLIGAEN AWARDS
Manager of the Season
1. Jakob Lunds (Fransborg set Njilkaer)
2. Kadell Stevens (FC Jansberg)
3. Isaac Mirallas (Kangemark Sport)
Player of the Season
1. Chevone Clarke (FC Nuholm)
2. Loick Sorensen (FC Jansberg)
3. D'Jean Hamilton (FC Jansberg)
Young Player of the Season (U20):
1. Rahim Nallo (Kangemark Sport)
2. Glenn Baah (FC Kolberg)
3. Ramello Marshall (Kangemark Sport)
Top Goalscorers:
26 - Loick Sorensen (FC Jansberg)
24 - Gennaro Ritchie (Krsthaven)
17 - Bismark Boateng (Molsbik Arkjet)
16 - Johan Larsen (Eikborg Club), D'Jean Hamilton (FC Jansberg), Ramello Marshall (Kangemark Sport)
14 - Chris Simmonds (FC Jansberg), Neo Sundstrom (FC Nuholm), Kevin Lindegaard (Kangemark Sport), Jonathan Yeboah (Sporting Solsholm)
Top Assisters:
19 - Chevone Clarke (FC Nuholm)
18 - D'Jean Hamilton (FC Jansberg)
17 - Hakim Masters (Eikborg Club)
15 - Chris Simmonds (FC Jansberg), Jamal Barker (Krsthaven), Lasse Jensen (Molsbik Arkjet), Kyrone Paris (Sporting Saint Adrensburg)
14 - Nahom Teklemariam (Kangemark Sport)
Team of the Season:
GK: Russell Boakye-Yiadom (FC Jansberg)
DL: Edgar Kangwa (Sporting Matrolvik)
DC: Stephen Boakye-Gyan (FC Jansberg)
DC: Rahim Nallo (Kangemark Sport)
DR: Karl Kvist (Krsthaven)
DMC: Jamal Barker (Krsthaven)
MC: Johan Chevron (Krsthaven)
AML: D'Jean Hamilton (FC Jansberg)
AMC: Chevone Clarke (FC Nuholm)
AMR: Chris Simmonds (FC Jansberg)
ST: Loick Sorensen (FC Jansberg)

2050/51 PREMARLIGAEN STATISTICS
AALEMARK SPORT
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Andreas Knutsen 31 [SEM] 35
#2 DR Jurg Eikqvist 29 [SEM] 35 2
#3 DL Christian Mbola 26 [SEM] 35 2
#4 DC Baffour Essien 26 [SEM] 33 1
#5 DC Donte Bonaventure (c) 34 [SEM] 36 1 1
#6 DMC Kingston Afrakomah 27 [SEM] 28 5 1
#7 AMR Yohannes Melksen 26 [SEM] 30 2 2 2
#8 MC Mame Biram Konate 29 [SEM] 26 2 1 2
#9 ST Karl Finnmelksson 30 [SEM] 26 5 5 1
#10 AMC Yohannes Hutton 20 [SEM] 38 2 6
#11 AML Amon Chalwe 22 [SEM] 32 4 4 7
#12 GK Latif Annan 19 [SEM] 3
#14 MC Rune Carlsberg 23 [SEM] 10 12
#15 ST Kavon Bonaire 21 [SEM] 17 15 5 1
#16 MC Markus Knudsson 30 [SEM] 12 10
#18 DC Per Knudstand 30 [SEM] 5 11
#19 AMR Akim Winstanley 19 [SEM] 5 16 1
#21 AML Adeem Aberford 19 [SEM] 5 16 1
#22 DC Marcel Clarstrom 22 [SEM] 7 10


AESTAHAADE
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Jonathan Corner 32 [SEM] 36
#2 DR Landu Kabila 29 [SEM] 27
#3 DL Karl Knutsen 25 [SEM] 26 1
#4 DC Ajayi Akpom 24 [SEM] 35 1
#5 DC Karl Newbridge 25 [SEM] 35 1
#6 DMC Michael Frempong 23 [SEM] 37 5 9
#7 AMR Markus Jorlsson 27 [SEM] 20 4 2 3
#8 MC Serge Thioune (c) 28 [SEM] 35 3 5
#9 ST Deisson Sakho 28 [SEM] 31 10 2
#10 AMC Romaine Parfitt 22 [SEM] 23 10 2 6
#11 AML Yohan Baxberg 25 [SEM] 25 7 2 5
#12 GK Janne Lingard 23 [SEM] 2
#14 DR Moise Kabila 22 [SEM] 10 1
#15 DC Yohan Lindberg 25 [SEM] 5 11
#16 DMC Kwame Mohammed 18 [SEM] 23 4 2 2
#17 ST DeShawn Northfield 21 [SEM] 5 20 5 1
#18 MC Steffan Clarstad 25 [SEM] 3 14 1
#19 AMR Latrell Honeycombe 18 [SEM] 15 10 4 5
#20 DMC Valentin Sorensson 20 [SEM] 4 15
#21 AML Kevin Riise 29 [SEM] 3 15 1 1
#22 DC Christian Melville 20 [SEM] 7 1
#23 DL Johan Clarence 28 [SEM] 11 1


EIKBORG CLUB
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Jayreece DeCourtney 27 [SEM] 33
#2 DR Jayden Patrick 26 [SEM] 10 11 1 3
#3 DL Keyon Mason 25 [SEM] 10 11 1 3
#4 DC Kortney Delaware 21 [SEM] 37 2 1
#5 DC Shone Andrews (c) 34 [SEM] 35 3 1
#6 DMC Bayron Purcell 25 [SEM] 33 1 4
#7 AMR Shakim Sanders 27 [SEM] 31 2 3 7
#8 MC Jan Nuuk 24 [SEM] 28 2 2 3
#9 ST Johan Larsen 29 [SEM] 34 16 4
#10 AMC Hakim Masters 26 [SEM] 35 9 17
#11 AML Jordan Simonsen 25 [SEM] 30 1 4 6
#12 GK Anders Bickerton 19 [SEM] 5
#14 MC Tyron Handon 20 [SEM] 4 16 1 3
#15 ST Mikel Moore 24 [SEM] 16 6 9 2
#16 ST Kyren Yeboah 17 [SEM] 15 12 12 4
#17 DMC Omari Seidu 19 [SEM] 5 12 1 3
#18 DC Moses Micklefield 18 [SEM] 26 2
#19 FB Kevin Kjaer 29 [SEM] 2 9
#20 AMR Marquis Masters 18 [SEM] 2 7 3
#21 AML Myron Masters 18 [SEM] 2 7 3
#22 DC Mondo Sorensen 18 [SEM] 20 1
#23 AMC Tevin Rose 23 [SEM] 5 12 3 4
#32 DL Brandon Boakye 19 [SEM] 1
#36 DMC Aristote Nguemba 18 [SEM] 1
#42 FW Jashaun Hadleigh 18 [SEM] 2
#43 ST Makhtar Cisse 19 [SEM] 2


FC JANSBERG
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Russell Boakye-Yiadom 20 [SEM] 36
#2 DR Tyrique Ritchie 25 [SEM] 35 1 4
#3 DL Kevin Rasmussen 25 [SEM] 30 1 2
#4 DC Stephen Boakye-Gyan (c) 23 [SEM] 36 2 1
#5 DC Mark Bonstrom 24 [SEM] 30 2 1
#6 DMC Byron Mandanda 20 [SEM] 32 4 4
#7 AMR Chris Simmonds 24 [SEM] 33 14 15
#8 MC Soren Eccleson 26 [SEM] 31 1 1 4
#9 ST Loick Sorensen 25 [SEM] 34 26 8
#10 AMC Marcel Cortonwood 21 [SEM] 32 8 13
#11 AML D'Jean Hamilton 22 [SEM] 34 16 18
#12 GK Richard Lovenkrands 26 [SEM] 2
#14 MC Mohamed Sarr 19 [SEM] 8 12 2 3
#15 ST Montell Simms 19 [SEM] 6 12 6 2
#16 AML Mohammed Yao 25 [SEM] 5 14 3 6
#17 DMC Axel Pederstrom 26 [SEM] 5 10 1 2
#18 AMR Johan Jacobsen 26 [SEM] 5 12 1 4
#19 DC Sander Matthias 25 [SEM] 5 11 1
#20 AMC Mackareo Montreal 25 [SEM] 5 14 2 6
#21 DR Cortez Bishop 29 [SEM] 3 8
#22 DC Dontell Rockfield 19 [SEM] 8 2
#23 DL Mavon Batton 28 [SEM] 3 7
#31 DR Carl Nordland 19 [SEM] 1
#34 DC Chris Mbele 19 [SEM] 1
#36 DMC Andre Newbridge 18 [SEM] 1
#37 MC Isaiah Simms 19 [SEM] 2 1
#38 MC Finn Hunt 19 [SEM] 1
#39 AMR Romal Marshall 18 [SEM] 1
#41 AML Kwame Lateef Addo 19 [SEM] 1
#43 ST Serge Sonko 19 [SEM] 1 1
#59 AMC Tyquan Barnes 17 [SEM] 1
#60 ST Roshane Redbridge 17 [SEM] 1


FC KOLBERG
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Lars Beckerstad 30 [SEM] 34
#2 DR Diego Bonriou 24 [SEM] 32 2 2
#3 DL Andre Driscoll-Glennon 26 [SEM] 36 2 3
#4 DC Shamar Cross 26 [SEM] 31 1
#5 DC Karl Arne Steffansson 28 [SEM] 23 1
#6 DMC Axel Andersen (c) 31 [SEM] 27 1
#7 AMR Kyneil Rowe 27 [SEM] 15 6 3 3
#8 MC Michael Osei 25 [SEM] 31 2 3
#9 ST Johan Lubeck 28 [SEM] 26 5 6 1
#10 AMC Martin Doumbia 28 [SEM] 16 5 3 4
#11 AML Amari Manila 22 [SEM] 23 7 3 6
#12 GK Karl Figueroa 20 [SEM] 4
#14 MC Sven Larsson 28 [SEM] 8 6 1
#15 ST Daniel Jorgensen 29 [SEM] 8 6 2
#16 DMC Niko Poulsen 26 [SEM] 12 15 2
#17 ST Kennedy Chipansa 19 [SEM] 17 11 10 2
#18 DC JD Auxerre 19 [SEM] 14 11 1
#19 DR Reise Beck 25 [SEM] 6 12 1
#20 FW Glenn Baah 19 [SEM] 23 10 7 10
#21 AML Hakan Jonsson 28 [SEM] 6 4 3
#22 DC Jomell Woodman 20 [SEM] 10
#23 AMC Stefano Bartlett 27 [SEM] 14 9 3 6
#32 DL Caidon Hannam 18 [SEM] 2
#33 DC Marcos Thompson 19 [SEM] 1
#34 DC Lamont Barrington 19 [SEM] 1
#38 MC Jay Adegoke 18 [DSM] 1
#39 AMR Andre Manila 18 [SEM] 2
43 ST Hamari Traore 18 [SEM] 2


FC KVIST TOWN
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Sander Pierstad 28 [SEM] 31
#2 DR Karl Hoyvik 27 [SEM] 33
#3 DL Bruno Barton 25 [SEM] 30
#4 DC Carlton Jokelainen (c) 25 [SEM] 36 1
#5 DC Jemell Vereen 22 [DSM] 30 1
#6 DMC Melchior Richardson 28 [SEM] 33 2 5
#7 AMR Courtney Banton 26 [SEM] 31 4 5
#8 MC Johan Abramsson 29 [SEM] 31 1 3
#9 ST Maxwell Jorgensen 28 [SEM] 28 8 1
#10 AMC Marcel Fearon 19 [SEM] 36 7 12
#11 AML Tre Carlyon 19 [SEM] 36 7 11
#12 GK Solomon Mars 20 [SEM] 7
#14 MC Maxim Awuah 20 [SEM] 7 19 2
#15 ST Jens Hoyer 20 [SEM] 8 20 6 1
#16 ST Mikkel Hoyer 20 [SEM] 8 20 6 1
#17 DR Tobias Norregaard 20 [SEM] 5 6
#18 DC Gevell Marcus 28 [SEM] 5 7
#19 FW Mads Karl 26 [SEM] 6 7 1 2
#20 DL Abdoulaye Sarr 24 [SEM] 5 7 1
#21 DMC Jorgen Battle 18 [SEM] 8 22 1 1
#22 DC Kris Sorenstad 30 [SEM] 4 6


FC MATOVALLANEN
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Ekim Bailey 21 [SEM] 37
#2 DR Jordan Mukendi 25 [SEM] 27 2
#3 DL Richmond Frempong 25 [SEM] 28 1
#4 DC Christian Yohannes 24 [SEM] 35
#5 DC Mikkael Lindstrom 25 [SEM] 30
#6 DMC Simon Sinyangwe 29 [SEM] 22 5 1 5
#7 AMR Andre Ayandu 28 [SEM] 24 9 1 4
#8 MC Jasper Poulsen (c) 30 [SEM] 27 1 1 1
#9 ST D'Antony Malik 26 [SEM] 35 12 3
#10 AMC Tyrique Palmtree 25 [SEM] 35 8 5
#11 AML Jokum Parwell 28 [SEM] 24 6 1 3
#12 GK Seydou Diaby 20 [SEM] 1
#14 DC Tongo Diaby 20 [SEM] 5 9
#15 MC Felix Owusu 21 [SEM] 12 10 2
#17 ST Jeremiah Chiluba 19 [SEM] 19 15 6 2
#18 MC DeShawn Banton 24 [SEM] 10 9 1
#19 DR Emar Ecclesfield 19 [SEM] 14 7
#20 DMC Patrick Mbidi 22 [SEM] 15 12
#21 DL Nyron Morrison 25 [SEM] 10 2
#22 DC Ashley Matthews 25 [SEM] 6 5
#34 DC Nestor Baffour-Paintsil 18 [SEM] 3
#38 MC Hassan Cisse 19 [SEM] 3
#42 FW Tyriq Blakeley 19 [SEM] 1 9 2
#43 ST Marc-Diego Praline 18 [SEM] 1 9 1


FC NUHOLM
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Matthias Baxter (c) 33 [SEM] 33
#2 DR Akim Hanley 25 [SEM] 27 1 5
#3 DL Ecuador Sorensen 23 [SEM] 36 2 3
#4 DC Donell Brandon 26 [SEM] 30 1
#5 DC Pascal Melbourne 22 [SEM] 36 2
#6 DMC Johannes Round 25 [SEM] 32 3 2
#7 AMR Dejon Smith 25 [SEM] 21 9 3 6
#8 MC Guillaume Bartley 28 [SEM] 22 7 2 2
#9 ST Isaac Kjaer 26 [SEM] 24 9 12 3
#10 AMC Chevone Clarke 23 [SEM] 38 11 19
#11 AML Carlos Chamakh 24 [SEM] 23 4 3 6
#12 GK Florent Richardson 20 [SEM] 5
#14 MC Johan Ramirez 22 [SEM] 11 7 2
#15 ST Jamal Villa 28 [SEM] 10 10 6 3
#16 ST Neo Sundstrom 19 [SEM] 16 15 14 4
#17 DMC Kadeem Wade 20 [SEM] 19 4 1 2
#18 DC Eidur Karlsson 24 [SEM] 4 7
#19 FB Matthias Mabgate 27 [SEM] 4 6
#20 AMR Nathan Mukendi 21 [SEM] 4 10 1 3
#21 AML Johaneko Mulenga 20 [SEM] 4 10 1 3
#22 DC Amos Addy 19 [SEM] 4 6
#23 AMC Antoine Likenza 17 [SEM] 15 6 3 3
#38 MC Bikoah Simmonds 18 [SEM] 1
#40 AMC Maquell Courtois 19 [SEM] 3


FC YORK
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Sander Parsen 32 [SEM] 36
#2 DR Lino Motemba 25 [SEM] 34 1
#3 DL Jorgen den Lind 28 [SEM] 28 1
#4 DC Issah Boampong 28 [SEM] 37 1
#5 DC Kristoffer Melksen 30 [SEM] 33
#6 DMC Knudt Courtois 22 [SEM] 35 2 3
#7 AMR Mats Hutwell 26 [SEM] 30 2 5
#8 MC Per Lygaard 28 [SEM] 30 2 3
#9 ST Ousseynou Kone (c) 30 [SEM] 37 13 3
#10 AMC Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne 18 [SEM] 36 10 11
#11 AML Hachikoko Mtonga 23 [SEM] 34 4 7
#12 GK Johann Hunt 19 [SEM] 2
#14 AMR Mikkel Fjorsberg 20 [SEM] 9 17 1 3
#15 DC Maartin Korlen 20 [SEM] 3 15
#17 ST Ranell Beckton 20 [SEM] 12 16 6 2
#18 MC Nicklas Yohannes 23 [SEM] 4 18 1 2
#19 DR Yannick Mpeko 20 [SEM] 3 14 1 1
#20 DMC Joachim Fjorsberg 20 [SEM] 7 15 2 1
#21 DL Mads Jansen 20 [SEM] 3 7
#22 DC Stefan Parsons 25 [SEM] 5 8
#35 DC Richard Bonsu 19 [SEM] 1
#36 DMC Youssouf Diawara 19 [SEM] 1
#39 AMR Loic Hansson 18 [SEM] 1
#42 FW Mahlon Beckton 18 [SEM] 1


FRANSBORG SET NJILKAER
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Diego Clarke 26 [SEM] 30
#2 DR Torsten Rochemback 27 [SEM] 26
#3 DL Thorsten Norberg 26 [SEM] 26
#4 DC Anthony Addai 28 [SEM] 36
#5 DC Assane Sarr 26 [SEM] 35
#6 DMC Mark Brigholm 23 [SEM] 32 1 2
#7 AMR Jesper Thorbourne 23 [SEM] 36 7 8
#8 MC Andreas den Lind (c) 32 [SEM] 28 2
#9 ST Tyshonne Rose 30 [SEM] 27 3 9 3
#10 AMC Mikkel Matthias 21 [SEM] 37 10 12
#11 AML D'Nero Longa-Mbira 24 [SEM] 37 8 11
#12 GK Bartelome Tamba 19 [SEM] 8
#14 AMR Lars Kristoffersen 29 [SEM] 3 10 1
#15 DC Jurgen Jacobsen 27 [SEM] 3 7
#16 DC Jasper Brandstrom 27 [SEM] 3 7
#17 ST Jeremiah Wood 27 [SEM] 5 14 3
#18 ST Jaden Kasanga 21 [SEM] 10 18 6 1
#19 DR Rees Whinmoor 21 [SEM] 7 5
#20 DMC Isaac Makiadi 20 [SEM] 12 11 1
#21 DL Gunnar Courtberg 20 [SEM] 5 10
#22 DMC Jorgen Doncaster 20 [SEM] 6 16 2
#23 FW Caylen Hunter-Abram 21 [SEM] 6 13 2 5


JANSBERG LAGUNA
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Mads Courts 29 [SEM] 34
#2 DR Serge Mukende 30 [SEM] 28 2 2
#3 DL Jonatan Claresberg 28 [SEM] 28 2 2
#4 DC Adren Nevvik 26 [SEM] 31
#5 DC Cyrus Congo 25 [SEM] 37 2
#6 DMC Knud Jonsson (c) 32 [SEM] 36 2 3
#7 AMR Tevon Thomas 30 [SEM] 26 6 2 2
#8 MC Max Newgate 21 [SEM] 20 5 1
#9 ST Jacob Carlstadt 30 [SEM] 28 5 5 2
#10 AMC Tyriq Clark-Anderson 34 [SEM] 33 1 6 8
#11 AML Given Simukonda 23 [SEM] 26 6 3 6
#12 GK Adnan Karlstadt 19 [SEM] 4
#14 AMR Surprise Ilunga 19 [SEM] 12 6 2 4
#15 DC Andreas Strandberg 22 [SEM] 5 7
#16 ST Kadeem Clark 19 [SEM] 9 15 8 1
#17 ST Micah Martin 19 [SEM] 9 15 6 1
#18 MC Pascal Marvell 23 [SEM] 16 10 2 1
#19 DR Jovon Remy 18 [SEM] 10 7 2
#20 DMC Mikael Karlstadt 18 [SEM] 10 10 1
#21 DL Jordell Remy 18 [SEM] 10 7 2
#22 DC Isseck Demba 24 [SEM] 6 10


KA EASTLANDS
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Stefan Brandstrom 27 [SEM] 32
#2 DR Issouf Sarr 28 [SEM] 25 1
#3 DL Valentin Lindroos (c) 27 [SEM] 26 1 1
#4 DC Devonte Poynter 27 [SEM] 34 1
#5 DC Abraham Acheampong 27 [SEM] 34 1
#6 DMC Nathan Kalambayi 28 [SEM] 30 1
#7 AMR Kare Mikkel 29 [SEM] 31 1 6
#8 MC Par Clark 29 [SEM] 25 2
#9 ST Leo Montpellier 27 [SEM] 36 10 3
#10 AMC Thor Brandt 28 [SEM] 21 1 1 3
#11 AML Shadreck Makuka 27 [SEM] 24 2 4
#12 GK Marc Carlstadt 18 [SEM] 6
#14 AMR Knud Saxmark 24 [SEM] 8 11 1
#15 DC Anders den Linds 28 [SEM] 6 10
#16 ST Knudt Jarle 28 [SEM] 6 12 3
#17 ST Kaveon Etienne 20 [SEM] 12 11 5
#18 MC Steffan Eklundsen 24 [SEM] 11 9
#19 DR Tyron Jonson 19 [SEM] 10 12 2
#20 DMC Cadell Ramsey 19 [SEM] 8 11
#21 DL Blaise Barker 19 [SEM] 10 12 2
#22 DC Ronell Bailey 18 [SEM] 8 13
#23 AMC Cashon Cognac 18 [SEM] 15 12 4 5


KANGEMARK SPORT
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Gaetano Jorgensen 26 [SEM] 37
#2 DR Jaheim Santana 25 [SEM] 35 2 6
#3 DL Deniro Eastwood 24 [SEM] 34 2 4
#4 DC Rahim Nallo 19 [SEM] 37 3
#5 DC Marco Cole 22 [SEM] 30 2
#6 DMC Ibrahim Souleymane (c) 24 [SEM] 28 2 3
#7 AMR Karl Linds 28 [SEM] 22 1 3
#8 MC Malakai Jonsson 25 [SEM] 25 1 1 2
#9 ST Kevin Lindegaard 30 [SEM] 26 1 14 3
#10 AMC Solomon Andreasson 22 [SEM] 25 2 4
#11 AML Claes Karlsson 28 [SEM] 22 1 3
#12 GK Yasim Monteruiz 22 [SEM] 1
#14 MC Johan Quaison 20 [SEM] 17 5 3 5
#15 ST Ramello Marshall 18 [SEM] 17 10 16 3
#16 DC Simon Musondo 31 [SEM] 4 8
#17 AML Nahom Teklemariam 19 [SEM] 17 11 9 14
#18 AMR Johan Sakho 19 [SEM] 11 16 3 12
#19 DR Tevin Markstrom 21 [SEM] 8 10 2
#20 AMC Nassim Cole-Emerston 18 [SEM] 6 12 2 3
#21 DL Martin Boampong 19 [SEM] 4 12
#22 DC Terry Larsen 25 [SEM] 3 9
#23 DMC Gervone Sorenstrom 19 [SEM] 9 15 2 2
#31 DR Kahrel Tagoe 18 [SEM] 1
#33 DC Nathan Musonda 18 [SEM] 1
#37 MC Hakim St Omari 18 [SEM] 1
#52 AML Jahmal Euell 17 [SEM] 1


KNABEN TOWN
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Yohannes Lindmuller (c) 33 [SEM] 33
#2 DR Jeremie Mputu 26 [SEM] 30
#3 DL Yohann Parsons 27 [SEM] 30
#4 DC Seun Adebayo 30 [SEM] 34
#5 DC Jesper Parwell 29 [SEM] 36
#6 DMC Jeremiah Quansah 25 [SEM] 38 6 10
#7 AMR Anders Devon 29 [SEM] 30 2 2
#8 MC Jasper Haxstrom 29 [SEM] 30 1
#9 ST Armand Kone 28 [SEM] 36 6 1
#10 AMC Stefan Huxley 26 [SEM] 30 1 5
#11 AML Remaiah Sakala 27 [SEM] 35 7 9
#12 GK Christoffer Northbourne 23 [SEM] 5
#14 AMR Jacob Jonsen 20 [SEM] 6 16 2
#15 DC Carmelo den Johansen 23 [SEM] 7 5
#16 ST Doneil Cox 20 [SEM] 8 17 4 1
#17 ST DJ Ware 20 [SEM] 8 17 4 1
#18 MC Karl den Haxenstrom 24 [SEM] 10 11
#19 DR Kenton Palmstone 20 [SEM] 4 18
#20 DMC Christofer Poulsen 20 [SEM] 3 16
#21 DL Jahdon Wright 20 [SEM] 5 14


KRSTHAVEN
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Renell Jones 19 [SEM] 37
#2 DR Karl Kvist 24 [SEM] 38 2 4
#3 DL Rekim Amoah 19 [SEM] 31 1 2
#4 DC Gael Larsen 25 [SEM] 33 3
#5 DC Emran Eriksen 25 [SEM] 32 3
#6 DMC Jamal Barker 25 [SEM] 38 10 15
#7 AMR Juwon Akinola 26 [SEM] 30 3 8
#8 MC Johan Chevron 25 [SEM] 33 5 12
#9 ST Gennaro Ritchie 26 [SEM] 36 24 5
#10 AMC Jordan Askern 25 [SEM] 30 3 8
#11 AML Rassam Karlsen 22 [SEM] 30 4 9
#12 GK Jacob Eskildsen 25 [SEM] 1
#14 MC Morten Knutsen 19 [SEM] 9 16 2 4
#15 ST Shamal Rookwood 24 [SEM] 10 17 9 5
#16 ST Levon Simmonds 25 [SEM] 8 16 7 3
#17 DMC Johan Nuukstrom 19 [SEM] 6 14 1 2
#18 DC Cortell Wall 25 [SEM] 3 9 1
#19 DL Jovon Batley 27 [SEM] 3 7 1
#20 AMR Mekhi Makengo 19 [SEM] 2 8 2 3
#21 AML Johan Marselles 19 [SEM] 2 8 2 2
#22 DC Amadou Diomande 28 [SEM] 3 7 1
#23 MC Jahmari Hexham-Courant 17 [SEM] 3 12 3 5


MOLSBIK ARKJET
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Casper Winter 28 [SEM] 37
#2 DR Sebastian Kvistergaard 28 [SEM] 30 3
#3 DL Ramzan Yardim 22 [SEM] 32 5
#4 DC Leander Kristensen 26 [SEM] 28 1
#5 DC Richard Rasmussen 20 [SEM] 32 2
#6 DMC Rameses Kristoffersen (c) 24 [SEM] 30 5 9
#7 AMR Lasse Jensen 23 [SEM] 36 11 15
#8 MC John Omrore 24 [SEM] 34 6 5
#9 ST Bismark Boateng 24 [SEM] 32 17 4
#10 AMC Axel Asquilla 25 [SEM] 36 9 11
#11 AML Razak Nartey 24 [SEM] 36 8 12
#12 GK Steve Mikkelsen 21 [SEM] 1
#14 MC Renny Ramirez 22 [SEM] 3 19 1 2
#15 ST Asaiah Chandler 29 [SEM] 5 22 7 4
#16 ST Rolando Gronkjaer 19 [SEM] 10 18 12 3
#17 DMC Weldu Bokretsion 17 [SEM] 8 10 2 3
#18 DC Simon de Lind 26 [SEM] 2 5
#19 DR Ash Omotola 20 [SEM] 6 10 2
#20 AMR Daniel Korstensen 29 [SEM] 2 3 1
#21 DL Yoan Reveillere 18 [SEM] 6 10 2
#22 DC Yohannes Weldemichael 17 [SEM] 8 10 2
#23 AML Kamar Lincoln 29 [SEM] 4 7 1 3


SORENSEN PARK RANGERS
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Valentin Carlson 26 [SEM] 35
#2 DR Matthias Agbrigg 28 [SEM] 32 2
#3 DL Moses Ngoy 30 [SEM] 32 1 3
#4 DC Treon Spears 29 [SEM] 31 1
#5 DC Byron Nkumu (c) 34 [SEM] 36 1
#6 DMC Carlton Ware 28 [SEM] 36 1 2
#7 AMR Sadick Bediako 26 [SEM] 34 2 5
#8 MC Martin Kasumu 25 [SEM] 33 1 3
#9 ST Yaw Richards 23 [SEM] 32 13 2
#10 AMC Melvin Larsen 23 [SEM] 30 2 6
#11 AML Devon Corson 24 [SEM] 30 2 6
#12 GK Mark Lars 19 [SEM] 3
#14 AMR Delroy Melbourne 19 [SEM] 5 20 2
#15 DC Eirik Forskeberg 21 [SEM] 6 5
#16 ST Mikael Korhonen 25 [SEM] 4 19 5 1
#17 ST Emerald Simutowe 24 [SEM] 4 17 5 1
#18 MC Devon Brown 22 [SEM] 6 11
#19 DR Martin Bruun Larsen 20 [SEM] 6 12 1
#20 DMC Axel Jorgstadt 24 [SEM] 5 11
#21 DL Kasengu Kamvuaka 20 [SEM] 7 10
#22 DC Kwame Honeystrom 18 [SEM] 11 9


SPORTING MATROLVIK
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Assane Diao 25 [SEM] 37
#2 DR Reece Nygaard 27 [SEM] 34 2 6
#3 DL Edgar Kangwa 22 [SEM] 37 6 8
#4 DC Yacouba Zoundi (c) 26 [SEM] 35 2
#5 DC Lameck Nyambe 28 [SEM] 35 1
#6 DMC Anders Larsen 25 [SEM] 24 1 2
#7 AMR Martin Eirstad 28 [SEM] 20 3 2 4
#8 MC Hammed Maiga 28 [SEM] 18 5 1 2
#9 ST Richard Hreidarsson 30 [SEM] 26 9 2
#10 AMC Michael Idowu 24 [SEM] 32 8 8
#11 AML Jonathan Holstad 28 [SEM] 20 3 1 3
#12 GK Sander Ruffelsen 30 [SEM] 1
#14 AMR Demarai Saunders 21 [SEM] 14 15 3 3
#15 DC Guirane Diop 24 [SEM] 31 1
#16 ST Kare Karlyle 27 [SEM] 5 6 1
#17 ST Lars Andersen 32 [SEM] 3 5 1
#18 MC Simeon Ashwood 20 [SEM] 9 15 1 1
#19 DR Lyle Cole 20 [SEM] 7 14 1 1
#20 DMC Koman Traore 20 [SEM] 5 16 1
#21 DL Sodiq Akindele 30 [SEM] 6 10 1
#22 DC Kayode Woodman 30 [SEM] 5 5
#23 AML Jaheim Barry 21 [SEM] 14 17 4 5


SPORTING SAINT ADRENSBURG
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Moncell Aboubacar 25 [SEM] 30
#2 DR Carmelo Cook 25 [SEM] 32 3
#3 DL Par Jorgensen 26 [SEM] 32 2
#4 DC Blaise Burgess 26 [SEM] 33 1
#5 DC Rasmus Holm 29 [SEM] 34 1
#6 DMC Martin Amoah 30 [SEM] 30 2 2
#7 AMR Kyrone Paris 25 [SEM] 36 12 15
#8 MC Lyrone Eastwood (c) 27 [SEM] 37 7 9
#9 ST Lasse Norregaard 26 [SEM] 30 10 4
#10 AMC Eric Muloko 24 [SEM] 26 4 7
#11 AML Chadrack Nkutu 25 [SEM] 26 4 5
#12 GK Demarai Marylebone 20 [SEM] 8
#14 MC Jordan Chevalier 23 [SEM] 3 15 2
#15 ST Johan Castro 22 [SEM] 4 17 6 1
#16 DC Marc Hojstrom 22 [SEM] 4 10
#17 DC Nicklas Schone 22 [SEM] 3 10
#18 AML Matthias Fox 22 [SEM] 4 15 1 2
#19 DR Nico Jespersen 22 [SEM] 5 3
#20 DMC Moise Gatlin-Brandy 22 [SEM] 16 5 1
#21 ST Kasper Rigge 30 [SEM] 5 20 6 1
#22 DL Marley Viscount 29 [SEM] 5 2
#23 AMR D.J Boateng 19 [SEM] 15 17 6 8


SPORTING SOLSHOLM
No Pos Name Age Nat Starts Subs Goals Assists
#1 GK Kevin Yamoah 25 [SEM] 36
#2 DR Marcel Mears 26 [SEM] 30 1 6
#3 DL Daniel Enevoldsen 28 [SEM] 33 1 4
#4 DC Matthias Marcssen 28 [SEM] 32 1
#5 DC Rohan Ansah 24 [SEM] 35 2
#6 DMC Carlos Bergmark 25 [SEM] 34 7 8
#7 AMR Jemal Woods 24 [SEM] 27 4 5 7
#8 MC Sol Nordstrom (c) 33 [SEM] 30 4 4
#9 ST Jonathan Yeboah 27 [SEM] 34 14 3
#10 AMC Maxim Andersson 25 [SEM] 28 2 3 7
#11 AML Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard 35 [SEM] 30 6 8
#12 GK Karl Johansson 30 [SEM] 2
#14 DC Elias Parstrom 20 [SEM] 10 2 1
#15 MC Per Kjaer 24 [SEM] 5 9 2
#16 ST Johan Mellberg 29 [SEM] 7 15 5 2
#17 DL Andre Larsson 20 [SEM] 5 3 1
#18 AML Erik Martin 20 [SEM] 9 17 6 6
#19 DMC Kamal Assubonteng 17 [SEM] 14 16 5 3
#20 DR Barkley Owusu 30 [SEM] 6 4 1 1
#21 AMR Cahmarl Simpson 20 [SEM] 4 14 3 3
#22 DC Emerson Devante 18 [SEM] 4 7 1
#23 AMC Donte Pedersen 19 [SEM] 3 14 2 3
#31 DR Lyriq Akins 18 [SEM] 1
#32 DL Lincoln Matthiason 19 [SEM] 1
#33 DC Montel Awuah 18 [SEM] 1
#34 DC DeSerge Anderson 19 [SEM] 1
#40 AMC DiNero Hale 18 [SEM] 1
#41 AML Soul Ibrahim 18 [SEM] 1
#43 ST Niko Bruce-Grove 18 [SEM] 1
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Postby Semarland » Sun Oct 01, 2023 1:17 pm

PREMARLIGAEN 2051/52 - TEAM PREVIEWS - PART ONE


AESTAHAADE:

Stadium: Stadion Aestahaade (42,000); Manager: Abel Nkutu, 60; Captain: Serge Thioune, MC, 29; Star player: Michael Frempong, MC, 24
Last season: 16th; Top scorer: Deisson Sakho, 10
Likely XI (4-3-3): Jonathan Corner; Karl Knutsen, Christian Melville, Ajayi Akpom, Landu Kabila; Kwame Mohammed, Serge Thioune (c), Michael Frempong; Yohan Baxberg, Deisson Sakho, Latrell Honeycombe.
Transfers in: Ronell Bailey, DC, 19 (KA Eastlands, 0.2M)
Transfers out: Karl Newbridge, DC, 25 (FC Jansberg, 0.25M)
PREVIEW: Last season's 16th place finish was quite underwhelming for Aestahaade fans, given that Abel Nkutu led them to a 10th place finish in his debut campaign the season before. With injury struggles affecting the likes of creative outlets such as Romaine Parfitt, Markus Jorlsson and Yohan Baxberg, Nkutu relied on central midfielder Michael Frempong as his main source of chance creating throughout the season. Once seen as a defensive midfielder if anything, Frempong has quickly developed into more of a deep lying playmaker and has impressed in the midfield trio enough to be rewarded with a new bumper five-year contract. New deals were also handed to centre-back Ajayi Akpom and top scorer Deisson Sakho, the latter showing he's still capable of hitting double figures in terms of goals. The emergence of youngsters Kwame Mohammed and Latrell Honeycombe is something, if anything, to actually be excited about for the club's supporters, as they look ahead to what's realistically going to be a close relegation fight. Nkutu is the man to take them forward, many will insist, and the playing staff on paper should see them more of a mid-table team rather than relegation battlers. An intense pre-season is underway as they look to build team cohesion.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Minimal. Star defender Karl Newbridge was snapped up by champions FC Jansberg in a bargain £250,000 deal, and fans will be disappointed to see the fracture of the beloved defensive partnership of Newbridge and Ajayi Akpom. Christian Melville has been filling in the gap left by Newbridge in pre-season, but it's likely their only signing, replacement Ronell Bailey could take that spot before long. Bailey impressed in his fleeting appearances for the relegated KA Eastlands, more often in a three-man defence, so it will be interesting to see how he copes in Nkutu's preferred back four. With Akpom by his side, he shouldn't have much to worry about. Fans will feel more investment was required, particularly in cover for on the wings and up front, given last season's injury woes.
PREDICTION: It's going to be close. The loss of Newbridge will hit them hard, and how much longer can they rely on Akpom, Frempong and Sakho? Mohammed and Honeycombe will add a bit more quality into the side, and it should be just about enough to keep them safe. 17th.

FANS VIEW:
Richard Larssen, construction worker, 45
Last season was... "Piss poor. I like Abel Nkutu as much as the next fan, but it just felt we were in the Corteece Aberstanley era, you know? It was only when Mohammed and Honeycombe came in and injected a bit of dynamism in the team it felt like we were watching Nkutu again. And without Frempong, we'd have been in the 2Ligaen this season, that's for sure."
Our key player is... "Michael Frempong. Haha, that's an easy question isn't it? I mean to be fair, I could've said Ajayi Akpom, but I wonder how he'll cope without Karl Newbridge. Christian Melville has looked okay in pre-season and I'm looking forward to see Ronell Bailey. But yeah, Frempong is the key to survival."
The most underrated player... "Tough one. I mean, given some of that lot's performances last season? I'll probably say Serge Thioune. To some, your captain might be a bit of a left-field choice. But he always does the job. Everyone bangs on about Frempong and Mohammed in midfield and rightly so, but Thioune is the third cog. And he loves the club, which is a bonus."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "Erm, perhaps Markus Jorlsson. Which might be a bit harsh given his injury problems, but he's just been eclipsed completely by Latrell Honeycombe on the right flank. And I know Jorlsson's wages are more on the heavy side."
The player I'd love to have back... "Is it too soon to say Karl Newbridge? Hahaha. Maybe, we'll see how Melville and Bailey get on. Anything short of impressive and it's Newbridge. No pressure boys!"
Look out for... "Ha, I can't say Mohammed or Honeycombe now they're practically in the first team. How they didn't get called up for the Di Bradini is a travesty. Ermmmmm. I liked the look of Valentin Sorensson. He's 21 now, so he's been out of academy football for a couple of seasons, but I'd like to see him get more game time this season. He particularly impressed in the cup games, it's just a shame midfield is probably our strongest area now so he might find it hard to get a look in."
The changes we need to make... "We rely too much on Deisson Sakho up front. DeShawn Northfield is an average back up at best, and they're the only two registered strikers in the squad. What the hell are we supposed to do when they're both in the treatment room? We need to sign a striker. That really gets my goat."
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "Gennaro Christie! I love him when he's playing for Semarland, don't get me wrong. But that whole "Mr. Suave" thing is fucking irritating. And his music is awful. Sorry pal."
We'll finish... "Who said to never keep the faith? 14th."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Jonathan Corner 33 [SEM]
#2 DR Landu Kabila 30 [SEM]
#3 DL Karl Knutsen 26 [SEM]
#4 DC Ajayi Akpom 25 [SEM]
#5 DC Christian Melville 21 [SEM]
#6 DMC Michael Frempong 24 [SEM]
#7 AMR Markus Jorlsson 28 [SEM]
#8 MC Serge Thioune (c) 29 [SEM]
#9 ST Deisson Sakho 29 [SEM]
#10 AMC Romaine Parfitt 23 [SEM]
#11 AML Yohan Baxberg 26 [SEM]
#12 GK Janne Lingard 24 [SEM]
#14 DR Moise Kabila 23 [SEM]
#15 DC Yohan Lindberg 26 [SEM]
#16 DMC Kwame Mohammed 19 [SEM]
#17 ST DeShawn Northfield 22 [SEM]
#18 MC Steffan Clarstad 26 [SEM]
#19 AMR Latrell Honeycombe 19 [SEM]
#20 DMC Valentin Sorensson 21 [SEM]
#21 AML Kevin Riise 30 [SEM]
#22 DC Ronell Bailey 19 [SEM]
#23 DL Johan Clarence 29 [SEM]


BRONDBY:

Stadium: Cloudy Terrace (23,000); Manager: Ricky Gennaro, 49; Captain: Valentino Hattenstrommer, DC, 26; Star player: Pascal Geneva, AMC, 23
Last season: 2nd (2Ligaen); Top scorer: Johan Carson, 29
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Graham Nordmark; Norse Nkutu, Valentino Hattenstrommer (c), Carl Deschamps, Rune Barker; Marlon Brandyman, Aapo Hex; Moses Courtac, Pascal Geneva, Jevell Colton; Johan Carson.
Transfers in: Marc Carlstadt, GK, 19 (KA Eastlands, 0.1M); Blaise Barker, DL, 20 (KA Eastlands, 0.1M); Patrick Sorensen, DC, 20 (Kangemark Sport, free); Carl Nordland, DR, 20 (FC Jansberg, free); DeShawn Banton, MC, 25 (FC Matovallanen, 0.1M)
Transfers out: Johan Eggertsson, GK, 37 (retired); Tyriq Newhall, DR, 35 (retired); Daniel Arne Lyngby, MC, 38 (retired)
PREVIEW: The rolling hills of Brondby have long been a popular holiday destination in northern Semarland, and for the last few years its' main attraction has been the picturesque stadium of Cloudy Terrace, situated on the highest peak the small city has to offer. And it's not just for it's architectural beauty, either. The attractive football employed by Brondby's manager Ricky Gennaro has proved immensely popular with fans since his arrival three years ago, and the hard work has paid off as they finally achieved promotion to the Premarligaen last campaign. Gennaro has retained all his key playing staff, such as goalkeeper Graham Nordmark and playmaker Pascal Geneva, but the most popular figure is that of captain Valentino Hattenstrommer in the heart of defence. In truth, Brondby found the 2Ligaen way too easy, particularly in an attacking sense with striker Johan Carson bagging 29 of their 120 league goals last year, but it can also be said there is a substantial gap in quality between the two leagues. Whether Brondby will adjust, time will tell. It seems unfair to mark them for relegation so early, but if one thing is for certain, they'll give it their best shot.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: The biggest bonus Gennaro has in his maiden Premarligaen campaign is that he managed to keep all his key players. The only departures were the retirements of veterans Johan Eggertsson, Tyriq Newhall and Daniel Arne Lyngby, who mainly played bit-part roles in the league last year anyway. Coming in, Gennaro has mainly invested in the future with the signings of goalkeeper Marc Carlstadt from the relegated KA Eastlands and Carl Nordland from champions FC Jansberg. Right-back Nordland made his league debut off the bench last season and was FC Jansberg's first choice right-back in their Metro Cup campaign, whilst another new arrival in centre-back Patrick Sorensen from Kangemark Sport is yet to make his professional debut. Also joining is FC Matovallanen's former fringe midfielder DeShawn Banton, who will hope to find himself a starting spot at his new club. The most exciting of all will perhaps be left-back Blaise Barker, who KA Eastlands reluctantly parted ways with in a bid to raise more cash.
PREDICTION: We'd love to have Brondby back in the league for good. Cloudy Terrace is a beautiful stadium, Ricky Gennaro is a likeable manager and the team will no doubt be good fun to watch. But that aforementioned gap in quality between the Premarligaen and 2Ligaen is too strong right now, and we think they'll just slip down. 18th.

FANS VIEW:
Jacob Nuuk, admin assistant, 30
Last season was... "Dreamland! And a long awaited return to the Premarligaen at that. This is the best Brondby side I've ever seen in my lifetime, and long may it last."
Our key player is... "That's a hard one. I feel it really is a team game with us. I think many would say our captain, Valentino Hattenstrommer, but I'll say Pascal Geneva. I think if we didn't get promoted a top 10 Premarligaen side would've signed him. He's just a different class and I think he'll be one of the most entertaining to watch this year."
The most underrated player... "I'm gonna say Norse Nkutu at left-back. He's just a machine. I think the defensive partnership of Hattenstrommer and Carl Deschamps is what gets everyone talking, and as a result our full-backs get left out a bit. But Nkutu has been consistently brilliant for years, and I think that consistency is what's got him under the radar a bit. He'll be a great mentor for new signing Blaise Barker too."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Hahaha! Johan Carson is a bit of a legend round these parts. He's in his peak right now and last season definitely showed that. I think he'll hit double figures this season, but yeah, his contributions to the club have been incredible. A loyal servant."
The player I'd love to have back... "Tough one! It's hard to say whether anyone would get in our team right now, haha! Maybe...erm. I'm going to go with Johan Mellberg who's at Sporting Solsholm now. He only spent a season with us, on loan from them, but he had a wicked partnership with Carson back then, and although we don't play with two strikers anymore, he'd be a good backup. Giourdell Melbourne is still quite young and Lars Dunk is getting on a bit. So yeah, probably Mellberg."
Look out for... "Giourdell Melbourne! I did just say he's still quite young, which he is, but his record for the youth team equates that of Carson's back in the day and I'd like to see him be the new Carson. If not, I'll go for Pascal Shuttleworth. Actually, no, there's too many! I'll say Jahdell Touran-Sharan. He really is Geneva 2.0. Wow, how can we get relegated with this team?"
The changes we need to make... "I don't think there's anything pressing. Just keep as we are. Keep playing the youth, keep playing nice football. Then we're good. No big changes for me."
I'm most looking forward to play... "Definitely FC Jansberg! We beat them in the SFA Cup last year, and that was my favourite away day I think. It's always a nice trip to the capital, and I have to say, their fans are good sports and not obnoxious like you'd maybe expect for the biggest club in the country. So I'll say them. Something tells me we'll edge them out in the league as well!"
We'll finish... "Something Ricky Gennaro has always instilled in us fans is to think positive. Maybe not a top ten finish this year, but I think we'll be comfortable in mid-table. I'll go for 15th."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Graham Nordmark 26 [SEM]
#2 DR Rune Barker 30 [SEM]
#3 DL Norse Nkutu 31 [SEM]
#4 DC Carl Deschamps 32 [SEM]
#5 DC Valentino Hattenstrommer (c) 26 [SEM]
#6 DMC Marlon Brandyman 27 [SEM]
#7 AMR Jevell Colton 25 [SEM]
#8 MC Aapo Hex 21 [SEM]
#9 ST Johan Carson 28 [SEM]
#10 AMC Pascal Geneva 23 [SEM]
#11 AML Moses Courtac 24 [SEM]
#12 GK Marc Carlstadt 19 [SEM]
#14 MC DeShawn Banton 25 [SEM]
#15 ST Giourdell Melbourne 19 [SEM]
#16 ST Lars Dunk 32 [SEM]
#17 DMC Jordan Knelsberg 30 [SEM]
#18 DC Courtney Lancaster 25 [SEM]
#19 DR Carl Nordland 20 [SEM]
#20 AMC Jahdell Touran-Sharan 18 [SEM]
#21 DL Blaise Barker 20 [SEM]
#22 DC Patrick Sorensen 20 [SEM]
#23 MC Pascal Shuttleworth 18 [SEM]
#25 FW Cayleon Clark 19 [SEM]


BT KLUB:

Stadium: BT Arena (28,000); Manager: Rene Brown, 65; Captain: Gignac Steffansson, DC, 25; Star player: Oreo Jones, ST, 23
Last season: 1st (2Ligaen); Top scorer: Oreo Jones, 35
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): D'Karl Martin; Gennaro Asaadu, Gignac Steffansson (c), Montell Brixton, Pierre Johansson; Ramiro Palace, Taymar Sandilands; Amon Chalwe, Mackareo Montreal, Rickeem Bishop; Oreo Jones.
Transfers in: Aapo Lieftinck [SRS], DL, 17 (Damogran [SRS], free); Chris Mbele, DC, 20 (FC Jansberg, free); O'Shaye Wilkinson, DC, 20 (Kangemark Sport, free); Felix Owusu, MC, 22 (FC Matovallanen, 0.1M); Amon Chalwe, AML, 23 (Aalemark Sport, 0.5M); Mackareo Montreal, AMC, 26 (FC Jansberg, 0.4M); Cashon Cognac, AMC, 19 (KA Eastlands, 0.5M); Remy Northgate, ST, 20 (Krsthaven, free); Raheem Cole, ST, 20 (Krsthaven, free)
Transfers out: Emery Mahlondo, DL, 36 (retired); Mohammed Cisse, DC, 37 (retired); Tequan Bauer [DSM], AMC, 26 (North Paarck [DSM], 0.25M); Raheem Routledge, ST, 25 (Colchester & Baxwell, free)
PREVIEW: Led by Rene Brown, many in Semarland expected nothing less than the 2Ligaen title for BT Klub. Brown certainly delievered, and many feel they are the most likely to survive in the top flight out of the trio of newly promoted teams. It's not hard to see why, especially now their squad has been given a significant injection of talent with Brown and his recruitment team rather busy in the transfer window this summer. The signings of Mackareo Montreal, Cashon Cognac and Amon Chalwe will offer flair and creativity going forward and last season's 2Ligaen Golden Boot winner Oreo Jones will hope to translate his remarkable scoring form into the Premarligaen this year. Captain Gignac Steffansson is a rock at the back, and that rock could be described as marble, with the 25 year old the very definition of a "ball playing centre-back". Midfield duo Ramiro Palace and Taymar Sandilands were also highly sought after, and will also be key in BT Klub's quest for a top 10 finish, something Brown has clearly outlined in his aims for the club going forward. It's not a long way off, perhaps a bit too soon this season, but if the former Semarland U21 manager can keep it up, we'll be seeing a lot more of BT Klub in the years to come.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Substantial. In fact, BT Klub were one of the busiest teams in the transfer window as Brown looked to bolster his squad for the campaign ahead. Plenty of young talent were brought in, including from abroad, with the young left-back Aapo Lieftinck arriving from the Sqournshelan Remnant States. The likes of Remy Northgate and Raheem Cole are rather untested at senior level but boast impressing scoring records for Krsthaven's youth teams, although they're a way off unsettling Jones up front. The same goes for defenders Chris Mbele and O'Shaye Wilkinson, although the former made his league debut for FC Jansberg last year. Felix Owusu is a sensible addition to the midfield, his struggle for gametime at FC Matovallanen not a representation of his potential. The jewels in the crown though are easily the attacking trio of Amon Chalwe, Mackareo Montreal and Cashon Cognac. Chalwe was a star player for the relegated Aalemark Sport and Montreal was arguably one of the better fringe players at champions FC Jansberg, but was persuaded by Brown to make the switch with the offer of more gametime appealing for a player in his prime. Cognac was also perhaps the best player at another relegated side in KA Eastlands but will likely play second-fiddle to Montreal for the moment. Going outbound, attacking midfielder Tequan Bauer returns to his native Dutch Semarland (hence the replacements) and Raheem Routledge turned down a new contract for regular game time in the second tier. Defensive veterans Emery Mahlondo and Mohammed Cisse retire to take up posts within the academy's coaching staff.
PREDICTION: They'll have enough about them to avoid a serious relegation battle, but not just enough to be top 10 contenders any time soon. 14th.

FANS VIEW:
Karla Northgate, pharmacist, 27
Last season was... "Excellent! The 2Ligaen title win was a long time coming and it felt good to finally achieve that. Rene Brown has worked wonders since he joined and we're finally reaping the rewards. It's almost as if he wanted us to wait until we're ready to seriously compete in the Premarligaen before getting promoted. Now that he has, it's left our mouths watering for the season ahead."
Our key player is... "Many will say Oreo Jones given his goalscoring form, and I've got no doubts in my mind at all he'll have any problems adjusting to the Premarligaen. Especially now his service is gonna be improving. I'm inclined to agree with Jones, the whole team looks good, but his goals will make the difference."
The most underrated player... "It has to be Taymar Sandilands! I mean, everyone knows about him and Ramiro Palace. I think every other opposition fan complimented our midfield last year. But Palace will always grab the headlines as he's more of a playmaker in the two. Sandilands mops everything up and keeps the engine ticking over. That's why I have to go with Sandilands."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Forget player, it'll be Rene Brown at this rate! But if we had to pick a player, I'd say Gignac Steffansson. What better captain have we had in the last twenty years than that man? He'd go to hell and back for us and he's just so good at the back. I can see him spending his whole career with us, and long may it continue."
The player I'd love to have back... "Hmmm. It's hard to say, you know! Mohammed Cisse just retired and he was one of my favourite players growing up. I think prime Cisse with current Steffansson would be one of the best defensive partnerships in the league. It's a shame he didn't stay for one more season, but I get his decision to retire. I'm glad he's accepted a role within our academy staff. Other than that, it would be Hakim Masters, which is the blindingly obvious choice, but I've got high hopes for Montreal and Cognac in that area."
Look out for... "Aside from the plethora of young talent we've brought in...I'll go for Gaetan Murdock. He played quite a few games towards the back end of last season and he's only just turned 18. There's a lot more to come from him."
The changes we need to make... "I don't think there's anything in particular! I would have liked us to have gone for a more experienced backup to Jones up front, if anything. God forbid he gets injured. Depending on how Remy Northgate and Raheem Cole get on this year, that'll be our priority next transfer window I think."
I'm most looking forward to play... "Brondby! Ha. Bunch of sore losers. Don't let Ricky Gennaro fool you, Mr. Positive threw a strop when we beat them home and away last year. Looking forward to finishing above them. Again."
We'll finish... "I don't think we'll clinch top 10, but we'll give them a run for their money! I'll say 12th."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK D'Karl Martin 24 [SEM]
#2 DR Pierre Johansson 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Gennaro Asaadu 26 [SEM]
#4 DC Montell Brixton 28 [SEM]
#5 DC Gignac Steffansson (c) 25 [SEM]
#6 DMC Taymar Sandilands 24 [SEM]
#7 AMR Rickeem Bishop 25 [SEM]
#8 MC Ramiro Palace 23 [SEM]
#9 ST Oreo Jones 23 [SEM]
#10 AMC Mackareo Montreal 26 [SEM]
#11 AML Amon Chalwe 23 [SEM]
#12 GK Ramon Amenku 32 [SEM]
#14 MC Felix Owusu 22 [SEM]
#15 ST Remy Northgate 20 [SEM]
#16 ST Raheem Cole 20 [SEM]
#17 DMC Gaetan Murdock 18 [SEM]
#18 DC Chris Mbele 20 [SEM]
#19 DR Geremiah Lewis 18 [SEM]
#20 AMC Cashon Cognac 19 [SEM]
#21 DL Aapo Lieftinck 17 [SRS]
#22 DC O'Shaye Wilkinson 20 [SEM]


EIKBORG CLUB:

Stadium: Stadion Reyenoord (62,000); Manager: Eric Nti-Bonso, 48; Captain: Shone Andrews, DC, 35; Star player: Hakim Masters, AMC, 27
Last season: 4th; Top scorer: Johan Larsen, 16
Likely XI (3-4-1-2): Jayreece DeCourtney; Shone Andrews (c), Patrick Radosavljević [GLZ], Kortney Delaware; Edgar Kangwa, Jan Nuuk, Merlin Slatkin [GLZ], Songwei Milosevic [YUE/MYT]; Hakim Masters; Johan Larsen, Kyren Yeboah.
Transfers in: Edgar Kangwa, DL, 23 (Sporting Matrolvik, 3M); Patrick Radosavljević [GLZ], DC, 24 (Charing Cross [GLZ], 1M); Songwei Milosevic [YUE/MYT], DR, 19 (Océanic CF [KSK], 3M); Merlin Slatkin [GLZ], MC, 31 (Kelvindale Town [GLZ], 1M)
Transfers out: Keyon Mason, DL, 26 (Sporting Matrolvik, 0.3M); Jayden Patrick, DR, 27 (Sporting Matrolvik, 0.3M); Mikel Moore, ST, 25 (0.75M)
Academy departures: Johan Kroneland, DC, 20 (Yaande, free); Jamil Taylor, DC, 20 (Yorligenen, free); Femi Olajuwon, MC, 20 (Rumenlo Sapruna, free); Kwasi Agyemang, AMC, 20 (ORLOSport, free); Abou Cisse, AMR, 20 (Adjurgen, free)
PREVIEW: A tense end to the season as Eikborg Club narrowly clinched the final ChC qualification spot ahead of FC Nuholm. Fans will be hoping for a more secure top 4 finish rather than a nervy end like last year, and manager Eric Nti-Bonso has prepared his team for just that. In fact, it could be said Nti-Bonso holds title ambitions this year, and given his transfer business, it's more than justified. Pre-season has allowed Nti-Bonso to tweak his tactics slightly, and rather than the entertaining yet not exactly fireproof 3-2-3-2, Nti-Bonso has instead gone with a 3-4-1-2, that allows wing-backs Edgar Kangwa and Songwei Milosevic, both new arrivals, to really support the attacking trio. Hakim Masters has really proven himself in the Premarligaen since his step up from then-2Ligaen side BT Klub a couple of years ago, and Kyren Yeboah burst onto the scene last year partnering Semarland international striker Johan Larsen up front. The arrivals of Glazgotian imports Patrick Radosavljević and Merlin Slatkin further boost a team that also includes Semarland internationals in Kortney Delaware and club captain Shone Andrews, and there's certainly enough quality to go around for a title charge this year. The only negative is perhaps the lack of convincing enough depth - especially up front. Mikel Moore's departure left a gap, and U20s promotion Makhtar Cisse is relatively unproven at this level. Nti-Bonso is a more than capable manager though, and he has already shown he can get the best out of what he has available to him.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Perhaps one of the best in the league. Looking at their outbounds, you'd laugh as you saw all three first team players departed to Sporting Matrolvik. Full-backs Keyon Mason and Jayden Patrick were too good to be on the periphery last season but deemed not good enough for Nti-Bonso's reintroducing of full-backs/wing-backs. Mikel Moore had a decent enough goalscoring record but found himself out of the team to Kyren Yeboah, so he handed in a transfer request to obtain full-time football elsewhere. A sizeable amount of the U20s team have been released but have all secured contracts with respectable 2Ligaen clubs, and fans will no doubt wish them well for the future. Looking at those coming in, and this is where the excitement happens for Eikborg fans. The arrival of wing-backs Edgar Kangwa, who made the league's team of the season last year, and Yuezhou & Mytanija dual-national Seongwei Milosevic who had recently been playing in Kelssek, are perhaps the statements of intent for Nti-Bonso's title challenge. £3,000,000 spent on each player, and there'll be high hopes for the young wing-backs going forward. Glazgo's national team duo Patrick Radosavljević (who was inches away from joining Fransborg set Njilkaer) and Merlin Slatkin complete the quartet of arrivals, and no doubt strengthen the starting XI even further.
PREDICTION: With this new-look side, Eikborg Club almost look a brand new team. They've retained the same core of players that contributed to their previous successes - long-serving captain Andrews, promising defender Delaware, attacking maestro Masters and of course top scorer Larsen are all members of the national team and are all fighting for a place in the World Cup qualifiers player pool. But the new arrivals, particularly Kangwa and Milosevic, really give Nti-Bonso's side a boost, and we think they'll go one better this year. 3rd.

FANS VIEW:
Antoine Jones, 39, train conductor
Last season was... "Topsy-turvy? Ok, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration. It was good. We got ChC qualification in the end and I think that was always the goal. But the manner we did it? Frustrating perhaps. It all adds to the excitement though, so I shouldn't complain. This year, we'll really nail it on the head I think!"
Our key player is... "Hakim Masters. I remember when we signed him from BT Klub, a lot of people doubted him and many saw his first season as a fluke. Last season he really showed what he was about, and his performances for Semarland further backed that up. I think he's unlucky he's got Chevone Clarke ahead of him in the pecking order for the national team, otherwise he'd be the best playmaker in Semarland."
The most underrated player... "I think a lot of our younger fans don't appreciate captain Shone Andrews as much as they should. I think they assume cos he's a 35 year old playing in a three man defence he's getting carried by the other defenders and that's not the case. The youngsters don't realise what a legend he is, they're too busy on their phones whittering about stats rather than watching the games! Other than that, I'd say Jan Nuuk. He's always solid in midfield and I can't wait to see his partnership with Merlin Slatkin."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "That's always such a harsh question! I don't think we really have any players that warrant that, haha. I think Hakim's younger brothers, Marquis and Myron, they need game time to develop. So I'd say them. Only on a temporary basis though!"
The player I'd love to have back... "When it comes to current players, I'm not really sure. So I'll say my favourite player growing up - Valentin Hummel. I think he's one of the best central defenders ever to play for Eikborg Club."
Look out for... "Everyone knows about Kyren Yeboah now! It's crazy to think he's only 18. His younger brother Malakai is a near-carbon copy of him and has just signed his scholarship with the U18s, but I expect he'll get some Metro Cup gametime this season. So I'll say him. Looking ahead, we've got a young midfielder coming over next season from Polar Islandstates. He's called Wojciech Baptiste and he looks a proper player. Was part of their DBC team and he's coming from FC Axel Heiburg who've traditionally been one of the best academies over there. I can't wait."
The changes we need to make... "Since the stadium expansion at the Reyenoord, the food has become way too overpriced. And the whole cuisine...it's just not us at all, is it? When you're at the football, you want a large portion of chips tucked up in a nice, big, fat, soft bread roll. Not skin-on wedges in a rustic baguette, what the fuck is all that about? That's the stuff you get on my inter-city trains I check the tickets on. Not at the football!"
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "Any FC Kolberg player. Karl Arne Steffansson especially. I remember him trying to karate kick Kyren Yeboah only for our starboy to have him in his pocket the whole game. Serves him right! Bastard!"
We'll finish... "I think we've got a bit of a cutting edge this season, especially with Kangwa and Milosevic. They'll really make a difference and I think we'll finish 2nd."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Jayreece DeCourtney 28 [SEM]
#2 DR Songwei Milosevic 19 [YUE/MYT]
#3 DL Edgar Kangwa 23 [SEM]
#4 DC Kortney Delaware 22 [SEM]
#5 DC Shone Andrews (c) 35 [SEM]
#6 DMC Bayron Purcell 26 [SEM]
#7 AMR Shakim Sanders 28 [SEM]
#8 MC Jan Nuuk 25 [SEM]
#9 ST Johan Larsen 30 [SEM]
#10 AMC Hakim Masters 27 [SEM]
#11 AML Jordan Simonsen 26 [SEM]
#12 GK Anders Bickerton 20 [SEM]
#14 MC Tyron Handon 21 [SEM]
#15 MC Merlin Slatkin 31 [GLZ]
#16 ST Kyren Yeboah 18 [SEM]
#17 DMC Omari Seidu 20 [SEM]
#18 DC Moses Micklefield 19 [SEM]
#19 DR Kevin Kjaer 30 [SEM]
#20 AMR Marquis Masters 19 [SEM]
#21 AML Myron Masters 19 [SEM]
#22 DC Mondo Sorensen 19 [SEM]
#23 AMC Tevin Rose 24 [SEM]
#24 DL Brandon Boakye 20 [SEM]
#25 DC Patrick Radosavljević 24 [GLZ]
#26 ST Makhtar Cisse 20 [SEM]


FC JANSBERG:

Stadium: Stadion Jansberg (72,000); Manager: Kadell Stevens, 68; Captain: Stephen Boakye-Gyan, DC, 24 Star player: Loick Sorensen, ST, 26
Last season: Champions; Top scorer: Loick Sorensen, 26
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Russell Boakye-Yiadom; Kevin Rasmussen, Mark Bonstrom, Stephen Boakye-Gyan (c), Tyrique Ritchie; Byron Mandanda, Dominik Sommer [VAL]; D'Jean Hamilton, Marcel Cortonwood, Chris Simmonds; Loick Sorensen.
Transfers in: Karl Newbridge, DC, 25 (Aestahaade, 0.25M); Dominik Sommer [VAL], M/AMRLC, 25 (Soldarian FC [VAL], 6.5M); Isaac Kjaer, ST, 27 (FC Nuholm, 0.75M)
Transfers out: Mavon Batton, DL, 29 (Honeywell & Brighouse, 0.3M); Dontell Rockfield, DC, 20 (Aviddia United [KRY], 1.8M); Isaiah Simms, MC, 20 (Sorensen Park Rangers, loan); Mackareo Montreal, AMC, 26 (BT Klub, 0.4M); Montell Simms, ST, 20 (Sorensen Park Rangers, loan)
Academy departures: Chris Mbele, DC, 20 (BT Klub, free); Carl Nordland, DR, 20 (Brondby, free); Finn Hunt, MC, 20 (FC Nordsem, free); Kwame Lateef Addo, AML, 20 (FC Makslem, free)
PREVIEW: Kadell Stevens is in the twilight of his coaching career, and will be more than pleased he can add a league title with FC Jansberg to his impressive resume. The former Semarland manager had a fairly slow start to life at the nation's biggest club, but his patience prevailed as they clinched the league title over Krsthaven on the final day. If the club was judged on their starting XI alone, they'd be far and away the best team in the country, but what may end up being Stevens' downfall this season - especially with more football in the calendar with the return to IFCF competition - is the lack of options on the bench. With some of their better reserves moving on in the summer, and reinforcements being nothing to write home about, segments of the Jansberg support are not confident at all they'll be able to retain the title. The signing of Vanorian midfielder Dominik Sommer and the retaining of star players such as D'Jean Hamilton and Loick Sorensen for another year are positive notes however, and the fight for first place will be closer than ever, with title rivals Krsthaven, Molsbik Arkjet and Eikborg Club all improving their squads. There's no denying Stevens is one of the greatest managers this country has ever produced, but we feel his time is over in that regard. With not enough squad depth, they'll struggle out of the league, especially in IFCF tournaments as the fatigue starts to set in. Should they fail to retain the league or at least win a domestic trophy, we can see Stevens' time coming to an end in the capital.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Fifty-fifty. Bar the signing of Dominik Sommer, it was a rather poor window. Sommer is an excellent capture and will no doubt be worth every penny of his £6,500,000 transfer fee, with the Valanora midfielder capable of playing anywhere in midfield. Literally. Sommer was known for his versatility at Soldarian FC, and can play in the middle of the park or on the wings. Where he'll end up long term at Jansberg is anyone's guess, but based on their current squad position, he'll likely find a home in the centre of midfield alongside Byron Mandanda. Other new arrivals Karl Newbridge and Isaac Kjaer are underwhelming for a club of their calibre, with the two more suited to Challengers Cup contenders rather than Champions League. The duo are no real improvement on their current reserves, but they definitely could have made worse signings. Their biggest loss was easily promising centre-back Dontell Rockfield who departs for foreign shores, signing for Krytenian club Aviddia United after an impressive individual DBC campaign. Mackareo Montreal was one of the better fringe players, as was Mavon Batton, but both seek regular first team football, which is understandable. Twins Isaiah and Montell Simms, the latter one of the more regular reserves last year, both join city rivals Sorensen Park Rangers on a season long loan in a boost for their development.
PREDICTION: Again, the starting XI alone is the best in the country, especially with the arrival of Sommer. Boakye-Yiadom, Ritchie, Mandanda, Hamilton and Sorensen are all national team players, and the likes of captain Boakye-Gyan and Simmonds will no doubt join them in World Cup qualifiers. However, their lack of depth is very alarming for an elite club and it'll be their downfall this season. 2nd.

FANS VIEW:
Moses Mulumbu, taxi driver, 50
Last season was... "Perfect! Winning the league is everything you could ever ask for as a fan, right? I mean, for us, a cup would have been nice as well, but you can't have everything. I think the lack of depth came into play there, which makes me nervous for when IFCF football comes into the mix too next year."
Our key player is... "Too many to name! Seriously, it's so hard to pick. I'm going to say D'Jean Hamilton given his output last season. 16 goals and 18 assists in 34 games is quite something, and the triple threat of him, Sorensen and Simmonds is something else. Perhaps the best attacking trio I've ever seen in my time, and that's saying something!"
The most underrated player... "Mark Bonstrom does a lot at centre-back. Both him and Stephen Boakye-Gyan and it's a testament to the quality of players in the country that they didn't get picked for the national team last year. The same goes for Chris Simmonds, to me he's the best right winger in the league and I would've taken him over Kyrone Paris any day."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Loick Sorensen! In fact, I'd name our four stands after our four best strikers. Lygaard, Nelson, Parfitt-Hendricks and Sorensen. Seriously though, what a striker. He'll only get better as well I think. I think it benefits him from having all the competition in the country too, steel sharpens steel as they say. He's got that desire to be the best striker in the league and it really shows on the field."
The player I'd love to have back... "He's only just gone, but Dontell Rockfield. Something tells me we'll really regret selling him. I'm pleased for him though, Krytenia's a country with rich footballing heritage and he'll really kick on there. But from a fan's point of view, I think he was going to be part of our defence for a long time. Other than that, Yaw Richards! Yeah, Yaw Richards. Not many people know he used to play for us, at a really young age. I'm a cab driver, I used to take his family members to watch youth team games many years ago. He would have been my striker to bring in this year, not Isaac Kjaer. He'll do really well at SSA I reckon."
Look out for... "Dujon Mundle is a young left-back that's just earnt a promotion to the first team after Mavon Batton's departure. He's lightning quick and so good on the ball, just like any good full-back should be. I can't wait to see him get some minutes this year. As much as I like Kevin Rasmussen, I feel that left-back is one of the areas we could possibly improve on, so I'd like to see what Mundle can do."
The changes we need to make... "Sign more players! Not necessarily for the XI, moreso on the bench. Karl Newbridge and Isaac Kjaer underwhelmed me a bit, no disrespect to them. Of course, they can come in and be ten times better as a result, who knows, but I'm not sure. I think though, with the strength of depth in our academy, we don't need to worry. There's a lot of young talent pushing through and I think in a couple of years that problem will be long gone."
I'm most looking forward to play... "Krsthaven! It's always a good game. They're such a good team they're an actual challenge for us, and I quite like the trip there. Everytime I got a fare to Krsthaven I'd always have good memories of our showdowns...the ones we won in, anyway!"
We'll finish... "First. Come on, what kind of fan would I be if I said we'd finish second? No point in thinking negatively. IFCF football will buoy us definitely and now we've got Sommer in midfield we're a class above the rest. If our attack stays on form as well I reckon we'll break goalscoring records again."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Russell Boakye-Yiadom 21 [SEM]
#2 DR Tyrique Ritchie 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Kevin Rasmussen 26 [SEM]
#4 DC Stephen Boakye-Gyan (c) 24 [SEM]
#5 DC Mark Bonstrom 25 [SEM]
#6 DMC Byron Mandanda 21 [SEM]
#7 AMR Chris Simmonds 25 [SEM]
#8 MC Soren Eccleson 27 [SEM]
#9 ST Loick Sorensen 26 [SEM]
#10 AMC Marcel Cortonwood 22 [SEM]
#11 AML D'Jean Hamilton 23 [SEM]
#12 GK Richard Lovenkrands 27 [SEM]
#14 MF Dominik Sommer 25 [VAL]
#15 ST Isaac Kjaer 27 [SEM]
#16 AML Mohammed Yao 26 [SEM]
#17 DMC Axel Pederstrom 27 [SEM]
#18 AMR Johan Jacobsen 27 [SEM]
#19 DC Sander Matthias 26 [SEM]
#20 AMC Tyquan Barnes 18 [SEM]
#21 DR Cortez Bishop 30 [SEM]
#22 DC Karl Newbridge 25 [SEM]
#23 DL Dujon Mundle 18 [SEM]
#24 MC Mohamed Sarr 20 [SEM]
#26 ST Serge Sonko 20 [SEM]
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Postby Semarland » Sun Oct 01, 2023 1:20 pm

PREMARLIGAEN 2051/52 - TEAM PREVIEWS - PART TWO


FC KOLBERG:

Stadium: Quayside (54,000); Manager: Tunji Adebayo, 52; Captain: Axel Andersen, DMC, 32; Star player: Andre Driscoll-Glennon, 27
Last season: 10th; Top scorer: Kennedy Chipansa, 10
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Lars Beckerstad; Andre Driscoll-Glennon, Karl Arne Steffansson, Shamar Cross, Diego Bonriou; Axel Andersen (c), Michael Osei; Amari Manila, Stefano Bartlett, Glenn Baah; Kennedy Chipansa.
Transfers in: Moizez de Pardieu [GVN], GK, 18 (Akademiezh Mell-Droad Gouvanarch, free); Solomon Andreasson, AMC, 23 (Kangemark Sport, 0.2M); Asaiah Chandler, ST, 30 (Molsbik Arkjet, 0.3M); Porofirio Benitez [FFD], ST, 33 (Newmarket Saxons [CBP], free)
Transfers out: Sven Larsson, MC, 29 (Heart of Clyde [GLZ], free); Martin Doumbia, AMC, 29 (Knaben Town, 0.25M); Johan Lubeck, ST, 29 (Knaben Town, 0.25M); Daniel Jorgensen, ST, 30 (Heart of Clyde [GLZ], free)
Academy departures: Anthony Owusu, GK, 20 (Adjurgen, free); Lamont Barrington, DC, 20 (Brickland Klub, free); Marcos Thompson, DC, 20 (Brickland Klub, free); Kristian Sundstrom, DMC, 20 (Molsbik Kadet, free); El Hadji Souare, MC, 20 (FC Sjordsbrik, free)
PREVIEW: Still grey skies over at Quayside, Tunji Adebayo's side did see sparks of improvement towards the back end of last campaign though. Far from the finished article, FC Kolberg do look a bit more lively than lethargic as they once were and fans have a glimmer of hope that they'll be a top six team at least one day in the near future. For now, the focus remains on cracking the top ten, this time a bit higher than the last they hope. Tenth place wasn't a bad return given the amount of injuries they suffered, but every cloud has a silver lining as they say - with the emergence of youngsters such as Glenn Baah and Kennedy Chipansa giving the East Coast club a breath of fresh air. Playmaker Stefano Bartlett seems to have put his injury woes behind him, and Karl Arne Steffansson is showing signs of modifying his temperament - with just the two red cards last season comparing to 2049/50's five. The wage bill has been cut down with the departures of Martin Doumbia and Johan Lubeck, allowing Adebayo to reinvest mainly towards the club's academy. It'll be some time before we see the fruits of that labour, and in all honesty, it'll be a while before Kolberg get to a level where they once were. But things are looking up for them, and that's a start they can be pleased with.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Not a bad window. Joining from Gouvanarch is promising goalkeeper Moizez de Pardieu, who will likely initially start as third choice with game time in the U20s as required. Kangemark Sport's Solomon Andreasson is a decent enough backup for Bartlett in the #10 role, and veteran Farfadillis striker Porofirio Benitez arrives as a relatively unknown in Semarland from Baker Park. Benitez will likely just be cover going into the season, and depending on the form of Chipansa may not see his initial one-year contract extended. Other new arrival Asaiah Chandler however will be more active in challenging for a starting spot after his move from Molsbik Arkjet, with the thirty year old feeling in his prime. Doumbia and Lubeck weren't part of Adebayo's plans and have joined up with Knaben Town as a result, whilst Sven Larsson and Daniel Jorgensen will now ply their trade with Glazgo's Heart of Clyde after struggling for game time last season.
PREDICTION: It's not all doom and gloom in Kolberg, but it's not all sunny skies either. It'll be harder to crack the top ten than they think, especially given their rivals have made more of an effort to strengthen their squad. Close, but no cigar. 11th.

FANS VIEW:
Jean Kellison, shipping administrator, 35
Last season was... "Boring. Miserable. Dull. But that's nothing new in the modern age of FC Kolberg! Only joking, it wasn't that bad. I think Glenn Baah, Kennedy Chipansa and JD Auxerre really livened the team up. Those guys will have good careers in the game, hopefully with us. I'd much rather Auxerre in the XI than Karl Arne Steffansson, given his temperament!"
Our key player is... "Glenn Baah. It's no secret that Manila, Bartlett et cetera will struggle with injuries and Baah is arguably the best of the three anyway. His ability to play on either side will pay off and if Kyneil Rowe hopefully recovers from injury, I'd rather see Baah on the left than the right - he's better suited on the left, in my opinion."
The most underrated player... "Has to be Diego Bonriou! Our man at right-back. Andre Driscoll-Glennon is our best left-back in years and as much as I agree - I think he's one of our best players, I think it detracts from Bonriou's quality when fans discuss thiss. Bonriou's strength and his bombing runs going forward but most importantly his defensive solidarity, he has all the traits for what you want in a full back but he never seems to get the plaudits."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "Where do I start? Half of the team last season were nowhere near good enough. Players like Lubeck and Doumbia were, once upon a time, but I'm glad to see them out of the door and off the wage bill. Next on my agenda is probably Kyneil Rowe, he's always on the treatment table and he's not what he used to be. That being said, he's probably a nice bloke, and I'd never want to see him do badly. I just think he'd be better off at another club."
The player I'd love to have back... "Again, where do I start? We've lost so many good players over the years and I'm glad now with Tunji Adebayo that's not likely to happen. Seriously, I was ready for Baah, Chipansa and Driscoll-Glennon to be out of the door this year! I'll go with Lameck Nyambe at Sporting Matrolvik. He was quality when he played for us and wasn't as rash as Steffansson."
Look out for... "Dashon Hamilton is supposed to be pretty good, based on the reviews he got in the U20s last year. He's been promoted to the first team, so I hope he's next in line for a debut. Caidon Hannam also really impressed at left-back last year when he was with the first team, and I think he's gonna end up being a ready-made replacement for Driscoll-Glennon. Going down the groups a little, I watched the U18s last week and a young centre-back called D'Sean McIntosh stood out. I heard he's being monitored by Glazgo as well internationally, so that must count for something."
The changes we need to make... "I think we need a hard reboot. On the field anyway, and probably staff as well. As much as I like Adebayo, having him around just reminds me of when we used to be good, haha. He was one of our best players, and if things go south, I'd hate to see him get the blame and tarnish his playing legacy."
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "Who's that kid who plays up front for Eikborg Club? He's good, mind. But he thinks he's a rustler, doesn't he? Provoking Steffansson who's as volatile as can be then running up to the Harbour Stand and giving it the big one in front of our fans. Cocky little prick."
We'll finish... "Don't make me do this...hahahahahaha. I'm going to be realistic and say 11th because something or other will happen and half the team will get injured."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Lars Beckerstad 31 [SEM]
#2 DR Diego Bonriou 25 [SEM]
#3 DL Andre Driscoll-Glennon 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Shamar Cross 27 [SEM]
#5 DC Karl Arne Steffansson 29 [SEM]
#6 DMC Axel Andersen (c) 32 [SEM]
#7 AMR Kyneil Rowe 28 [SEM]
#8 MC Michael Osei 26 [SEM]
#9 ST Asaiah Chandler 30 [SEM]
#10 AMC Stefano Bartlett 28 [SEM]
#11 AML Amari Manila 23 [SEM]
#12 GK Karl Figueroa 21 [SEM]
#13 GK Moizez de Pardieu 18 [GVN]
#14 MC Dashon Hamilton 18 [SEM]
#15 ST Porofirio Benitez 33 [FFD]
#16 DMC Niko Poulsen 27 [SEM]
#17 ST Kennedy Chipansa 20 [SEM]
#18 DC JD Auxerre 20 [SEM]
#19 DR Reise Beck 26 [SEM]
#20 FW Glenn Baah 20 [SEM]
#21 AML Hakan Jonsson 29 [SEM]
#22 DC Jomell Woodman 21 [SEM]
#23 DL Caidon Hannam 19 [SEM]
#24 AMC Solomon Andreasson 23 [SEM]


FC KVIST TOWN:

Stadium: Maklund Lane (16,000); Manager: Marc Strand, 54; Captain: Carlton Jokelainen, DC, 26; Star player: Marcel Fearon, AMC, 20
Last season: 11th; Top scorer: Maxwell Jorgensen, 8
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Sander Pierstad; Yoan Reveillere, Jemell Vereen [DSM], Carlton Jokelainen (c), Mirko Steffen [NPH]; Melchior Richardson, Johan Abramsson; Tre Carlyon, Marcel Fearon, Courtney Banton; Leo Montpellier.
Transfers in: Yoan Reveillere, DL, 19 (Molsbik Arkjet, 1M); Matías Marabotto [FFD], DC, 33 (Lewiston Town [CBP], free); Mirko Steffen [NPH], DR, 29 (Aries Chariots [NPH], 3M); Jonathan Holstad, AML, 29 (Sporting Matrolvik, free); Maquell Courtois, AMC, 20 (FC Nuholm, 0.3M); Martin Eirstad, AMR, 29 (Sporting Matrolvik, free); Leo Montpellier, ST, 28 (KA Eastlands, 1M)
Transfers out: Bruno Barton, DL, 26 (FC York, 0.2M); Kris Sorenstad, DC, 31 (Aalemark Sport, 0.1M); Karl Hoyvik, DR, 28 (FC Nuholm, 0.5M); Maxwell Jorgensen, ST, 29 (FC Nuholm, 0.5M)
PREVIEW: The small town of Kvist, known as "The Heart of Semarland". The smallest club in the league by stadium size and local population, no one would have expected FC Kvist Town to be serious top 10 contenders. Marc Strand was unlucky to see his side finish in 11th place last year, and the board have pulled out all the stops to ensure Strand's side has the best possible chance of breaking into the top half for good. Upgrades in the full-back positions and up front have seen them spend a sizeable amount for a club of their stature, but owner Rasmus Hanmanby is dedicated to giving his beloved club the best possible chance of being IFCF contenders one day. That's not to detract anything from Strand, who has proven to be a shrewd and resourceful manager without Hanmanby's cash injections, and that's more importantly not to detract anything from the club's playing staff, who have gelled into a well-drilled unit of players that gave several bigger sides a run for their money last season. Captain Carlton Jokelainen is the rock at the back, young attackers Tre Carlyon and Marcel Fearon are the creative outlets, and a host of new signings such as Nepharim full-back Mirko Steffen and KA Eastlands' top scorer last season Leo Montpellier only improve that side even further.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Over the top? Hanmanby instructed Strand to splash the cash rather than seeking out bargains as he usually does, and for the sake of his job security, Strand duly complied. £3,000,000 was the fee to bring Mirko Steffen over from his native Nephara's Aries Chariots, and £1,000,000 was the fee to prise Semarland U21 left-back Yoan Reveillere from Molsbik Arkjet. Veteran Farvish defender Matías Marabotto was brought in on a free transfer to add further experience to the defence, as were wingers Jonathan Holstad and Martin Eirstad from Sporting Matrolvik. Maquell Courtois of FC Nuholm was their "exciting young signing", with the attacking midfielder penning a four year deal as he competes for a starting spot against starlet Marcel Fearon. Who is the same age. Fans will be hoping that's not a foreshadowing of Fearon departing, with several clubs sniffing round him and winger Tre Carlyon in the summer. Last but not least, KA Eastlands top scorer Leo Montpellier joins to replace Kvist's top scorer last season Maxwell Jorgensen, who departed for FC Nuholm alongside right-back Karl Hoyvik. Bruno Barton also left for FC York after Reveillere's arrival, and defender Kris Sorenstad dropped down a division to join Aalemark Sport.
PREDICTION: The signings of Reveillere, Steffen and Montpellier will be a particular boost for the side, and we think they'll crack to the top ten this year, but no higher than tenth place for now. 10th.

FANS VIEW:
Marlene Poku, 27, teacher
Last season was... "Not bad! It could have been better, yeah. But no complaints from me. I think it's all about building the foundations, especially in the Premarligaen. Success really doesn't come overnight, and I think it's better we take the time, rather than rushing in. That's why all these signings feel a bit rushed to me. You can tell it's the board and not Marc Strand."
Our key player is... "Carlton Jokelainen! What a defender. And what a captain. I think he'll go down as one of our best ever players, he's Jerry Enevoldsen tier for me. I hope he stays with us for a long time."
The most underrated player... "Probably Melchior Richardson. I mean, the guy's made of steel. He does a lot of hard work in midfield, as does Johan Abramsson, but I feel those two guys are the ones who'll always go under the radar. Everyone seems to forget the midfield in Kvist. It's all Jokelainen, Vereen, Carlyon, Fearon. Never Richardson or Abramsson."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Probably Jokelainen again! I think though with Mirko Steffen we're getting a player who could easily go down that route. He's our record signing so there's a lot of hopes for him, but I watched some of his highlights from when he was at Aries Chariots and he looks like a player we're all really going to love. If you give 100% for the club, you could easily go in the hat for having a stand named after you!"
The player I'd love to have back... "Tough one! I don't think there's many of our former players in the Premarligaen off the top of my head. If we were going down the leagues a bit, I'd say Sander Jorgen-Devon at Eskenhammer MK. When he was with us he was fantastic and was a great strike partner for Enevoldsen. I think he's 36 now? But it was a shame he never stuck around. Can't say I blame him when Maxwell Jorgensen was in such good form in those years."
Look out for... "Jorgen Battle! We're all so excited to see more on him, going off his cameos last season. He looks like he lives up to his name, it's perfect for a defensive midfielder, isn't it?"
The changes we need to make... "Ok, this is probably a bit of a controversial one, I can tell. But I think we should expand Maklund Lane. It's warm and homely yeah, but we're aiming for the bright lights of the IFCF now. We're not in the lower leagues any more. It's our heritage, sure, but we need to reflect our current ambitions, and I think the stadium is the place to show that! Save the heritage for our badges and kits and all the other cosmetics."
I'm most looking forward to play... "It's hard to say! I went to all the away games last season, and it's hard to pick a favourite. I think we have some of the best travelling supporters in the country, so any away day is bound to be a good day. I think I'm looking forward to Brondby though this year, given they're newly-promoted and Cloudy Terrace is such a beautiful stadium."
We'll finish... "Jorgensen wasn't at his best year, and Montpellier will be in the form of his life now he's been given a second shot at the Premarligaen after KA Eastlands' last year. He'll be key up front, and I reckon his goals can propel us to a nice eighth place finish!"

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Sander Pierstad 29 [SEM]
#2 DR Mirko Steffen 29 [NPH]
#3 DL Yoan Reveillere 19 [SEM]
#4 DC Carlton Jokelainen (c) 26 [SEM]
#5 DC Jemell Vereen 23 [DSM]
#6 DMC Melchior Richardson 29 [SEM]
#7 AMR Courtney Banton 27 [SEM]
#8 MC Johan Abramsson 30 [SEM]
#9 ST Leo Montpellier 28 [SEM]
#10 AMC Marcel Fearon 20 [SEM]
#11 AML Tre Carlyon 20 [SEM]
#12 GK Solomon Mars 21 [SEM]
#14 MC Maxim Awuah 21 [SEM]
#15 ST Jens Hoyer 21 [SEM]
#16 ST Mikkel Hoyer 21 [SEM]
#17 DR Tobias Norregaard 21 [SEM]
#18 DC Gevell Marcus 29 [SEM]
#19 FW Mads Karl 27 [SEM]
#20 DL Abdoulaye Sarr 25 [SEM]
#21 DMC Jorgen Battle 19 [SEM]
#22 DC Matías Marabotto 33 [FFD]
#23 AMC Maquell Courtois 20 [SEM]
#24 AMR Martin Eirstad 29 [SEM]
#25 AML Jonathan Holstad 29 [SEM]


FC MATOVALLANEN:

Stadium: Stadion Matovallanen (45,000); Manager: Esway Ansah, 48; Captain: Jasper Poulsen, MC, 31; Star player: Daevon Nicholls [MRT/CBR], DC, 20
Last season: 15th; Top scorer: D'Antony Malik, 12
Likely XI (4-4-1-1): Ekim Bailey; Nyron Morrison, Daevon Nicholls [MRT/CBR], Ashley Matthews, Emar Ecclesfield; Jokum Parwell, René Delcroix [FFD], Simon Sinyangwe, Andre Ayandu; Tyrique Palmtree; D'Antony Malik.
Transfers in: Karl Johansson, GK, 31 (Sporting Solsholm, free); Daevon Nicholls [MRT/CBR], DC, 20 (Keers Kannoneers [MRT], 1M); René Delcroix [FFD], MC, 30 (Collinsville United [CBP], free); Miko Eriksen, AMR, 20 (Sporting Saint Adrensburg, free)
Transfers out: Seydou Diaby, GK, 21 (KA Eastlands, 0.1M); Tongo Diaby, DC, 21 (KA Eastlands, 0.1M); Felix Owusu, MC, 22 (BT Klub, 0.1M); DeShawn Banton, MC, 25 (Brondby, 0.1M)
Academy departures: Karl Brandon, DL, 20 (Colchester & Baxwell, free); Gunnar Borg, DC, 20 (Sudnordics, free); Tyrone Bailey, DC, 20 (FC Slatslo, free); Kendrick Marshley, AML, 20 (Aerlo Sport, free); Jamil Bonaire, AMR, 20 (Aerlo Sport, free)
PREVIEW: 15th place was not what Esway Ansah was hoping to achieve as FC Matovallanen manager this season, and has stated he feels lucky to have kept his job. Perhaps his status as a club legend is what swayed the board to keep him on rather than fire him, and Ansah feels he owes it to the fans to try and rebuild the side and get them pushing for as high a possible place as they can, rather than the lower echelons of mid-table. By no means will they be IFCF contenders any time soon, but the general consensus is that a solid, secure mid-table finish will be satisfactory. Ansah has almost had a complete overhaul in pre-season, with a brand new defence composed of three of his reserves from last season and new signing, dual Mertian-Cobrian national Daevon Nicholls, who has already cemented himself as a fan favourite in pre-season. If Nicholls continues that form in the league, there's no doubt he'll move onto bigger and better things. Perhaps one of the biggest surprises is that of captain Jasper Poulsen, who has found himself on the bench, losing his place to Farvish midfielder René Delcroix, a free transfer in from Baker Park's Collinsville United. Key players such as goalkeeper Ekim Bailey and attackers Tyrique Palmtree and D'Antony Malik remain in the lineup, and fans hold high hopes for young right-back Emar Ecclesfield, seen by many as Esway Ansah 2.0 in a playing sense.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Decent. Nicholls looks like he'll be a bargain at £1,000,000, and the free arrival of Delcroix will also be held in that regard should he displace the likes of Poulsen long term. Sporting Solsholm's reserve goalkeeper Karl Johansson was brought in on a free transfer to replace Seydou Diaby, who departed for KA Eastlands along with his twin brother, defender Tongo. SSA's Miko Eriksen was the final recruit, with the young winger likely to play a bit-part role this season should Ansah stick with the 4-4-1-1. Other departures included midfielders Felix Owusu and DeShawn Banton to newly promoted sides BT Klub and Brondby respectively, whilst a host of youngsters departed for the 2Ligaen after being released at the end of their U20 contracts.
PREDICTION: The new and improved side looks more on the ball than the FC Matovallanen of last season, particularly in defence. Captain Jasper Poulsen will still give his all and be a great player in the squad, even if he is on the bench, and the attacking form of Tyrique Palmtree and D'Antony Malik will also be key as they look to finish higher than the last campaign - which they will likely achieve. 13th.

FANS VIEW:
Lars Beckby, 58, maintenance man
Last season was... "Not great. I've been watching Matovallanen for over fifty years and I've seen it all, and I think that was one of the most unremarkable seasons in my mind - and I remember every one! I think we did turn it around towards the end though to be fair, and players like Tyrique Palmtree and D'Antony Malik do give us a bit of a wow factor. But not a lot going on at the moment, I'm afraid."
Our key player is... "I'll say Malik, for his goals. Not every club had a striker that broke the 10-goals barrier last season, and given our 15th place finish, I think we were highly fortunate to have one and actually keep him. Palmtree comes a close second, and when fit I think Simon Sinyangwe holds the keys in midfield. I could watch those through balls all day, wow."
The most underrated player... "Ekim Bailey in goal. He's got a bit of a spring on him, hasn't he? Proper athletic, that kid. For his slender frame he's a quality shot-stopper and he'll have a good career. I know there's a lot of good goalkeepers in Semarland, so even if he doesn't get international recognition which I'm sure he'll probably deserve later down the line, I hope he has a good career with us at least."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "Jokum Parwell or Andre Ayandu! They're so frustrating sometimes. And injury prone. I thought with Esway Ansah's pre-season overhaul they'd be the first to be dropped but no. I'd rather see Richmond Frempong and Jordan Mukendi back in the XI, I'd play them on the wing instead. Don't make me start a petition..."
The player I'd love to have back... "Stefano Bartlett. Without a doubt. If we went into a 4-3-2-1, having him and Palmtree behind Malik would be a "chef's kiss", as the youngsters say nowadays! Can you imagine Sinyangwe in behind those in midfield too. Just a shame Bartlett and Sinyangwe are injury prone as well."
Look out for... "I'll say one of Tyriq Blakeley or Marc-Diego Praline. In fact, I'll go with the latter. He really impressed in his appearances last season off the bench, and when he started, he scored. So I hope he gets a chance when we have to rest Malik or Jerry Chiluba."
The changes we need to make... "Be more brave. 4-4-1-1 isn't brave, it's boring. I love Esway Ansah like he was my brother but fucking hell, I can't watch any more of it. Four man midfielders are a thing of the past. And that's from a nearly 60 year old!"
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "There's a few. But the kids of today will just say I'm a grumpy old bastard, won't they? I'll say Hakim Masters. Nothing against him personally, he's just really good for someone who was playing in the 2Ligaen a couple of years ago. And he always turns up against us. You can bet your life savings on it."
We'll finish... "I think we'll definitely do better. Thanks to Delcroix and Nicholls coming in. I'll say...13th. Lucky or unlucky for some!"

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Ekim Bailey 22 [SEM]
#2 DR Jordan Mukendi 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Richmond Frempong 26 [SEM]
#4 DC Christian Yohannes 25 [SEM]
#5 DC Mikkael Lindstrom 26 [SEM]
#6 DMC Simon Sinyangwe 30 [SEM]
#7 AMR Andre Ayandu 29 [SEM]
#8 MC Jasper Poulsen (c) 31 [SEM]
#9 ST D'Antony Malik 27 [SEM]
#10 AMC Tyrique Palmtree 26 [SEM]
#11 AML Jokum Parwell 29 [SEM]
#12 GK Karl Johansson 31 [SEM]
#14 MC René Delcroix 30 [FFD]
#15 DC Daevon Nicholls 20 [MRT/CBT]
#16 ST Marc-Diego Praline 19 [SEM]
#17 ST Jeremiah Chiluba 20 [SEM]
#18 MC Hassan Cisse 20 [SEM]
#19 DR Emar Ecclesfield 20 [SEM]
#20 DMC Patrick Mbidi 23 [SEM]
#21 DL Nyron Morrison 26 [SEM]
#22 DC Ashley Matthews 26 [SEM]
#23 AMC Tyriq Blakeley 20 [SEM]
#26 FW Miko Eriksen 20 [SEM]


FC NUHOLM:

Stadium: NU:Arena (60,000); Manager: Tunji Tunde, 55; Captain: Matthias Baxter, GK, 34; Star player: Chevone Clarke, AMC, 24
Last season: 5th; Top scorer: Neo Sundstrom, 14
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Matthias Baxter (c); Ecuador Sorensen, Pascal Melbourne, Donell Brandon, Akim Hanley; Kadeem Wade, Johannes Round; Carlos Chamakh, Chevone Clarke, Dejon Smith; Neo Sundstrom.
Transfers in: Karl Hoyvik, DR, 28 (FC Kvist Town, 0.5M); Maxwell Jorgensen, ST, 29 (FC Kvist Town, 0.5M)
Transfers out: Maquell Courtois, AMC, 20 (FC Kvist Town, 0.3M); Isaac Kjaer, ST, 27 (FC Jansberg, 0.75M)
Academy departures: Treon Partell, GK, 20 (Sporting Solsholm, free); Matthews Sunzu, DC, 20 (OS23, free); Raheem Richie, DC, 20 (Monksgate Borough, free); Marley Bronx, DR, 20 (Sudnordics, free); Donell Giraud, DMC, 20 (Yorligenen, free); Tremaine Hanley, ST, 20 (Yaande, free); Keyendrah Hanley, ST, 20 (Yaande, free)
PREVIEW: Tunji Tunde's FC Nuholm side agonisingly missed out on a Challengers Cup spot last season. Level on points with Eikborg Club, if it wasn't for their much weaker goal difference, Nuholm would have found themselves playing IFCF football this year. Instead, they didn't, and Tunde's not going to sit around whinging about it. He's ready to fight again, and has confidence in near enough the exact same team from last year, aside from a couple of changes. Striker Isaac Kjaer handed in a transfer request after losing his first team spot to the promising Neo Sundstrom and duly signed for title holders FC Jansberg, and central midfielder Guillaume Bartley's injury problems see him lose his midfield berth to Semarland U21 midfielder Kadeem Wade. Other than that, it's business as usual at the NU:Arena. Chevone Clarke will be the key to their successes again mainly, and with a more clinical striker than Kjaer in Sundstrom, fans will be hoping the duo can work to devastating effect. They were only five goals behind Eikborg, the problem was their defence, with their attacking brand of football leaving them exposed at the back. Goalkeeper Matthias Baxter and defenders Ecuador Sorensen and Pascal Melbourne are all national team players, and Donell Brandon and Akim Hanley probably would be too if it wasn't for the high depth in quality the nation has at the back, so there's no denying there's not enough quality there to fend off opposition attackers. The key is to finding the balance, so expect to see Nuholm maybe drop down a gear as far as playing style is concerned.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Minimal. In fact, nothing to write home about. Most of the business was done with FC Kvist Town, with young attacking midfielder Maquell Courtois departing the club to Maklund Lane. Courtois has plenty of talent, but he's not breaking in ahead of Chevone Clarke anytime soon, and with Antoine and Richard Likenza both rapidly rising through the ranks, competition was high. As mentioned previously, Isaac Kjaer handed in a transfer request and was surprisingly snapped up by FC Jansberg. Despite his good scoring record from last season, many would have expected him to leave to a Challengers Cup rival if any. Coming in were FC Kvist Town duo Karl Hoyvik and Maxwell Jorgensen, the latter their top scorer last season with just eight goals. Hoyvik is a marauding, defensively sound right-back who has been brought in to provide cover for and possibly compete with Hanley, given his injury suffered towards the end of last season.
PREDICTION: Tunde should have used the transfer window as an opportunity to expand and improve the squad. There's no denying he's a talented manager with a talented squad, but something's not clicking. It's going to be tough for them and he'll need to rethink his strategies fast. 6th.

FANS VIEW:
Brandy Bondu, 42, supermarket manager
Last season was... "Heartbreaking. Missing out on IFCF qualification on goal difference is always painful, but when you actually look at the tables? It doesn't look right. We need to improve if we want to catch up to the likes of Eikborg Club. And we don't even really have a rivalry with them."
Our key player is... "Obviously Chevone Clarke, hahaha. I mean, he's the best playmaker in the country. Maybe he will be the best playmaker the country has ever produced. I've got a feeling Neo Sundstrom will come close though, he's only 20 and there's much more to come from him."
The most underrated player... "Has to be Johannes Round, for me. He's just so calm and assured in midfield and he just oozes class. I used to think his partnership with Guillaume Bartley was the real deal, and I'm even more excited by Kadeem Wade, so I can't wait to see more of Round and Wade in midfield this season. I think that's always been a strong area for us, we always seem to produce top quality midfielders."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Matthias Baxter! Captain, leader, legend, am I right? Seriously, that man will go down as one of the greatest goalkeepers in Semarland but the multiverse will never really know cos he'll probably retire from the international stage before long. You might not think it either given our defensive record, but I have to say we've got a very strong defence. On paper."
The player I'd love to have back... "Loick Sorensen! Oh wow. Greatest striker in Semarland. I think he'll reach Lygaard/Nelson level for sure. When he was on loan with us I thought we were gonna win the league, haha! Him and Sundstrom up front with Clarke in behind would be a dream come true. If we're saying youth players, then it's obviously gonna be Karl Kvist. How we let him go I have no clue. As much as I love Akim Hanley, Kvist is the best right back in the country, and like Sorensen, I think he'll reach legendary status for Semarland."
Look out for... "Hmmm. Antoine Likenza played quite a bit for the first team last season, and picking his younger brother Richard seems too easy. So I'll go for...Hassan Yeboah. That's my outside the box choice. He's a ready made successor to Matthias Baxter in goal. And plus, he came into my supermarket once and he was such a polite young man."
The changes we need to make... "Sign some players! Hoyvik and Jorgensen weren't bad signings, don't get me wrong, but they were just brought in with the idea of them being squad players. We need a goalkeeper to bridge the gap between Baxter and Yeboah, and unfortunately I don't think our backup Florent Richardson is that goalkeeper. And as much as I like Carlos Chamakh and Dejon Smith, I don't think they're IFCF quality wingers at the moment. We should improve that area as we can't keep relying on Chevone Clarke creatively."
I'm most looking forward to play... "Eikborg Club. I hope we batter them, for the sake of that IFCF spot. Not bitter about that all."
We'll finish... "I'm confident! Believe me, I'm confident. Chevone Clarke masterclass inbound. 3rd place for us."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Matthias Baxter (c) 34 [SEM]
#2 DR Akim Hanley 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Ecuador Sorensen 24 [SEM]
#4 DC Donell Brandon 27 [SEM]
#5 DC Pascal Melbourne 23 [SEM]
#6 DMC Johannes Round 26 [SEM]
#7 AMR Dejon Smith 26 [SEM]
#8 MC Guillaume Bartley 29 [SEM]
#9 ST Neo Sundstrom 20 [SEM]
#10 AMC Chevone Clarke 24 [SEM]
#11 AML Carlos Chamakh 25 [SEM]
#12 GK Florent Richardson 21 [SEM]
#14 MC Johan Ramirez 23 [SEM]
#15 ST Jamal Villa 29 [SEM]
#16 ST Maxwell Jorgensen 29 [SEM]
#17 DMC Kadeem Wade 21 [SEM]
#18 DC Eidur Karlsson 25 [SEM]
#19 DL Matthias Mabgate 28 [SEM]
#20 AMR Nathan Mukendi 22 [SEM]
#21 AML Johaneko Mulenga 21 [SEM]
#22 DC Amos Addy 20 [SEM]
#23 AMC Antoine Likenza 18 [SEM]
#24 DR Karl Hoyvik 28 [SEM]


FC YORK:

Stadium: York Road (30,000); Manager: Reiss Nti-Bonso, 46; Captain: Ousseynou Kone, ST, 31; Star player: Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne, AMC, 19
Last season: 13th; Top scorer: Ousseynou Kone, 13
Likely XI (4-4-1-1): Sander Parsen; Bruno Barton, Yohannes Weldemichael, Issah Boampong, Reece Nygaard; Hachikoko Mtonga, Knudt Courtois, Per Lygaard, Mats Hutwell; Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne; Ousseynou Kone (c).
Transfers in: Bruno Barton, DL, 26 (FC Kvist Town, 0.2M); Yohannes Weldemichael, DC, 18 (Molsbik Arkjet, loan); Reece Nygaard, DR, 28 (Sporting Matrolvik, 0.3M); Armand Kone, ST, 29 (Knaben Town, free)
Transfers out: Mads Jansen, DL, 21 (Adjurgen, free); Stefan Parsons, DC, 26 (Monksgate Borough, free), Maartin Korlen, DC, 21 (FC Arkrau, free); Yannick Mpeko, DR, 21 (Adjurgen, 0.1M)
Academy departures: Anders Markussen, DL, 20 (Aaadesbrigg Klub, free); Lars Pedersborg, DC, 20 (Lindenshalle-Knutsunde, free); Frans Palmwell, DR, 20 (Simethagen, free); Christian Jorgensen, MC, 20 (Adjurgen, free); Peder Strandberg, AML, 20 (Rumenlo Sapruna, free); Yohan Holstad, AMC, 18 (BK Hanningborg, free); Abou Diop, AMR, 18 (Tromso FK, free); Thorsten Sorenstrom, ST, 20 (OS23, free); Idrissa Yameogo, ST, 18 (Storso FK, free)
PREVIEW: Reiss Nti-Bonso began to show his tactical expertise as he led FC York to a 13th place finish - higher than many were expecting, even their own fans. He got the best out of young attacking midfielder Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne, who will have been disappointed not to earn a call-up to Semarland U21s based on his performances last season. Captain and striker Ousseynou Kone enjoyed his most fruitful campaign for five seasons, finishing with a respectable 13 goals, and will be looking to see if he can go one better as he approaches the twilight of his playing career. A defensive reshuffle has taken place over the course of pre-season, with just Issah Boampong remaining in Nti-Bonso's current first team plans, as he looks to form a partnership with Molsbik Arkjet loanee Yohannes Weldemichael, a highly rated capture on an albeit temporary basis. Nti-Bonso was in the shadow of his older brother Eric as a player, and for now will remain in his shadow as a manager as long as he's at FC York. He'll no doubt want to stay and build a legacy at the club he played for, but should he continue to improve the side no doubt bigger teams will be inquiring about his services. For now though, there's still work to be done if he wants to climb his way through mid-table.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: A big clearout, especially at youth level. The majority of their U20s and a portion of last season's second year scholars were released upon the end of their deals and were quickly snapped up by a host of 2Ligaen and Lig1 sides. Senior level saw a big defensive clearout, with all their reserve defenders from last season departing. Three were released and Yannick Mpeko was sold for a bargain sum of £100,000 to Adjurgen, a side who took the opportunity to pick up a sizeable amount of free agents from the club. Coming in were defensive reinforcements in FC Kvist Town's Bruno Barton and Sporting Matrolvik's Reece Nygaard, and most excitingly of all, Yohannes Weldemichael on a season long loan from Molsbik Arkjet. Also joining was Knaben Town striker Armand Kone, no relation to captain Ousseynou.
PREDICTION: Last season was no fluke, but lightning doesn't strike twice. Competition in mid-table is heating up, and FC York may make their way out of the kitchen. 15th.

FANS VIEW:
Anne Jorgensen, 44, baker
Last season was... "Okay! It was alright, yeah. I've seen better and worse seasons. I think the highlight for me was the emergence of Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne - how Demba Cisse didn't call him up for the Di Bradini is anyone's guess. Double figures in both goals and assists for an 18-year old playing in a 4-4-1-1 is quite something. I hope we can keep hold of him. He's our new Reiss Nti-Bonso."
Our key player is... "I'll say Ashon-Melbourne and Ousseynou Kone. I can't pick between the two! We wouldn't be any good really if it wasn't for them, no disrespect to the team. I guess for the last few years we've always been languishing in mid-table and everyone seems to forget about us until it's time to play us, haha. But if I have to pick...I'll go for our new signing at the back, Yohannes Weldemichael. We should enjoy him while he's here, he's a special talent, and I'm sure he'll go far."
The most underrated player... "Good question! I think the likes of Kone, Ashon-Melbourne and Knudt Courtois all get their plaudits, and those three are our best players easily. So I'll go for Per Lygaard. He compliments Courtois nicely in midfield."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "It pains me to say this, but Kristoffer Melksen. I used to think he was the best thing since sliced bread, if a baker can even say that, but he was awful last season. I'm glad we've got Weldemichael in for this year."
The player I'd love to have back... "Who? Hahaha, none of them. Like I said, everyone seems to forget about York. I think that's why Ousseynou Kone has always stayed here! If I had to pick though I'll say Levon Simmonds. Never fall in love with a loan player..."
Look out for... "There's actually quite a few in the academy, which is nice. Not typical York players either, hahaha! Bit of flair about them. Charm Mbola is a really nice midfielder, there's a special quality about him. Beautiful first touch and a wonderful passing range. Mahlakai Clark will be our future number 1, no doubt. And Mahlon Beckton, son of former Krsthaven striker Javaan, he knows where the net is. His older brother Ranell is on the verges of the first team as well. Runs in the family!"
The changes we need to make... "I don't know. The formation I think. We need to brighten up a bit. 4-4-1-1 is a bit boring, it does the job but I'd rather watch exciting football, you know? With flair players like Ashon-Melbourne, just think of how good he'd be in a different formation. And if we start bringing those youngsters through, they'd thrive in a more modern formation. You'd never expect Reiss Nti-Bonso to rock up and play a 4-4-1-1".
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "All of them! Only kidding. Loick Sorensen is a bit annoying though. I think it's because he's so quiet and humble. If I was a striker as good as him, I'd let everyone know. Much like Gennaro Christie!"
We'll finish... "13th again probably! Knowing our luck. Or lack of. If Nti-Bonso ditches that bastard 4-4-1-1 though, we'll go one better. So I'll say 12th."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Sander Parsen 33 [SEM]
#2 DR Lino Motemba 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Bruno Barton 26 [SEM]
#4 DC Issah Boampong 29 [SEM]
#5 DC Kristoffer Melksen 31 [SEM]
#6 DMC Knudt Courtois 23 [SEM]
#7 AMR Mats Hutwell 27 [SEM]
#8 MC Per Lygaard 29 [SEM]
#9 ST Ousseynou Kone (c) 31 [SEM]
#10 AMC Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne 19 [SEM]
#11 AML Hachikoko Mtonga 24 [SEM]
#12 GK Johann Hunt 20 [SEM]
#14 AMR Mikkel Fjorsberg 21 [SEM]
#15 DC Yohannes Weldemichael 18 [SEM] (on loan from Molsbik Arkjet)
#16 ST Armand Kone 29 [SEM]
#17 ST Ranell Beckton 21 [SEM]
#18 MC Nicklas Yohannes 24 [SEM]
#19 DR Reece Nygaard 28 [SEM]
#20 DMC Joachim Fjorsberg 21 [SEM]
#21 DL Jorgen den Lind 29 [SEM]
#22 DC Richard Bonsu 20 [SEM]
#24 DMC Youssouf Diawara 20 [SEM]
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PREMARLIGAEN 2051/52 - TEAM PREVIEWS - PART THREE


FRANSBORG SET NJILKAER:

Stadium: Fransborg Park (39,000); Manager: Jakob Lunds, 58; Captain: Andreas den Lind, MC, 33; Star player: Mikkel Matthias, AMC, 22
Last season: 6th; Top scorer: Mikkel Matthias, 10
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Diego Clarke; Thorsten Norberg, Conwal Ibarborde [MRT], Anthony Addai, Torsten Rochemback; Mark Brigholm, Andreas den Lind (c); D'Nero Longa-Mbira, Mikkel Matthias, Jesper Thorbourne; Tyshonne Rose.
Transfers in: Conwal Ibarborde [MRT], DC, 22 (New Fligsive's Memory [MRT], 1M); Taheim Richards [DSM], MC, 25 (FK Rojwijk [DSM], free); Yaman Nes Rix [FFD], ST, 22 (Unknown [FFD], free)
Transfers out: Jorgen Doncaster, MC, 21 (Knaben Town, 0.2M); Lars Kristoffersen, AMR, 30 (Adjurgen, free); Jeremiah Wood, ST, 28 (Honeywell & Brighouse, 0.1M)
Academy departures: Carmelo Jacobsen, DL, 20 (KA Eastlands, free); Morten den Haxenstrom, DC, 20 (Rumenlo Sapruna, free); Andre Boateng, DC, 20 (RUmenlo Sapruna, free); Yohann Gunstad, DR, 20 (FC Slatslo, free); Karl Jonsson, DMC, 20 (Brickland Klub, free); Knud Sorensen, MC, 20 (Brickland Klub, free); Soren Southbourne, AML, 20 (Batstrom 212, free); Mikael Eccleton, AMC, 18 (Tromso FK, free); Abou Toure, AMR, 18 (Storso FK, free); Simon Farnham, ST, 18 (Rumenlo Sapruna, free)
PREVIEW: Jakob Lunds could be said to have definitely defied expectations when he led Fransborg set Njilkaer to a sixth place finish last season. A deserved recipient of the Manager of the Year award, Lunds side spent quite some time in and around the top 4, and were long thought to be "dark horses" to snatch one of the precious IFCF qualification spots. On paper, it doesn't look like a squad with outstanding individual talent, nor a team that stands out as a well-oiled machine. Lunds has effectively burnt that metaphorical paper and shown the nation that his team could fit into both categories. Attacking midfielder Mikkel Matthias is their star, the diminutive playmaker racking up 10 goals and 12 assists and attracting plenty of interest from other clubs. D'Nero Longa-Mbira and Jesper Thorbourne flank him, the two wide forwards capable of drifting inside and playing as support strikers to Tyshonne Rose. That forward quartet is on a par with some of Semarland's elite and definitely stand as the most underrated forward unit in the league. New arrival from Mertagne, Conwal Ibarborde will reinforce the defensive steel at the back and is a welcome arrival given Assane Sarr's injury woes in pre-season. Veteran captain Andreas den Lind is still going strong in midfield, and there are a host of promising youngsters waiting to push through. Whether Lunds will build on the 6th place finish of 2050/51 and crack IFCF football or just about scrape into the top 10 is anyone's guess, but they're certainly in a position to have a better season than most.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Not bad. Fans would have hoped for some improvements in reserve, but the arrivals of Conwal Ibarborde from Mertagne plus Taheim Richards on a free from Dutch Semarland will please them no doubt. Ibarborde will likely go straight into the starting lineup, whilst Richards may be called upon in midfield before long. Their third signing is one that sparks intrigue - Yaman Nes Rix of Farfadillis signs from an Farvish unknown amateur team. Lunds has strengthened his scouting network since his arrival, and this signing, if it pays off, could be a very wonderful yet left-field acquisition. Nes Rix's lack of professional experience has baffled some supporters, but with backup striker Jeremiah Wood departing for the newly promoted Honeywell & Brighouse, they needed a replacement. And the fans trust Lunds' judgment, especially on the back of last season. The loss of Jorgen Doncaster to Knaben Town was a bit of a shame, given he was seen as a long term successor for den Lind in midfield for quite some time, but he struggled for game time last season and Isaac Makiadi seems to have ascended him in that regard. Winger Lars Kristoffersen drops down a division to sign with Adjurgen, and quite a high number of their academy players move on to pastures new after not having their contracts renewed.
PREDICTION: We'd love to see them playing in the IFCF competitions one day, but for the moment, there's still a bit of work to be done. A lack of depth may see them come undone a bit in the league as they did towards the end of last campaign, but they'll have a decent league finish and no doubt a good cup run to boot. 9th.

FANS VIEW:
Jadon Ashton, 24, delivery driver
Last season was... "Exciting! I've never really seen us fly so high. Jakob Lunds is for me one of the best managers in Semarland right now and he's definitely the right man to lead us forward. It was a shame to slip out of the top 4, but I'm confident going forward we'll be able to nail a top 4 finish before too long."
Our key player is... "Surely Mikkel Matthias. Many of us thought he was leaving for Krsthaven this season, especially after their repeated transfer bids, so you can imagine how pleased we were when he refused their contract offer. He's still only 22 and he's got a very bright future ahead, I can see him leading us to glory one day."
The most underrated player... "I think Jesper Thorbourne, you know. Everyone knows Matthias, D'Nero Longa-Mbira is a son of one of our club legends, and Tyshonne Rose has been scoring goals for years. That leaves Thorbourne as the final member of our "fantastic four", but I think he's going to go onto really good things. Like a lot of wingers in the country, he's been unlucky that Semarland don't really pick many for the national side, but if they did, he'd be up there in contention."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Andreas den Lind. He's slowed down a bit recently, in fairness, but he's been a loyal servant to the club and never once complained. I think this season could be his swan song, especially with the arrival of Taheim Richards and the likes of Isaac Makiadi pushing through. So I think the fans need to really appreciate him when he plays, you don't get many like him."
The player I'd love to have back... "Bayron Purcell was excellent on loan for us that one season. I reckon he's going to struggle a bit for gametime at Eikborg Club this season, and if he does, I'd love to bring him back next year. It was a while ago when he played for us to be fair, but he's still such a good player. Eikborg are lucky they've got so many options in midfield."
Look out for... "Blaise Hanne in our U18s looks pretty good. I'd hope he'd be considered a replacement for Tyshonne Rose when the time comes in a couple of years, as much as I like Jaden Kasanga. He's tall but very good with his feet. Yannick Mavula is a winger that's just moved up to the U20s, so I'm hoping he'll get a Metro Cup cameo at least. He looks really exciting."
The changes we need to make... "I'm sure a lot of fans from other teams will might say this for their own clubs, but we need to re-evaluate our backups. I only count Makiadi, Kasanga and Assane Sarr as viable options off the bench that could probably start for us, excluding the new arrivals. Caylen Hunter-Abram is good but he's too injury prone. The rest don't really meet our standards that we should be aiming for, I'm afraid."
I'm most loking forward to play... "Any of the other East Coast teams! I love an East Coast derby. Eikborg Club, FC Kolberg or FC Matovallanen. I'll go with Eikborg as they're the best of the three, and maybe we can put in a word to Bayron Purcell whilst we're there, hahaha!"
We'll finish... "I think it'll be a similar season to the last, we'll start with a bang, keep it consistent for a bit, then just slip up towards the end. But I can't complain to be fair, it's a lot better than what we used to be! I'll say 6th."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Diego Clarke 27 [SEM]
#2 DR Torsten Rochemback 28 [SEM]
#3 DL Thorsten Norberg 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Anthony Addai 29 [SEM]
#5 DC Assane Sarr 27 [SEM]
#6 DMC Mark Brigholm 24 [SEM]
#7 AMR Jesper Thorbourne 24 [SEM]
#8 MC Andreas den Lind (c) 33 [SEM]
#9 ST Tyshonne Rose 31 [SEM]
#10 AMC Mikkel Matthias 22 [SEM]
#11 AML D'Nero Longa-Mbira 25 [SEM]
#12 GK Bartelome Tamba 20 [SEM]
#15 DC Jurgen Jacobsen 28 [SEM]
#16 DC Jasper Brandstrom 28 [SEM]
#17 ST Yaman Nes Rix 22 [FFD]
#18 ST Jaden Kasanga 22 [SEM]
#19 DR Rees Whinmoor 22 [SEM]
#20 DMC Isaac Makiadi 21 [SEM]
#21 DL Gunnar Courtberg 21 [SEM]
#22 MC Taheim Richards 25 [DSM]
#23 W Caylen Hunter-Abram 22 [SEM]
#24 DC Conwal Ibarborde 22 [MRT]


HONEYWELL & BRIGHOUSE:

Stadium: The Hive (30,000); Manager: Norville Baptiste, 57; Captain: Shamarl Terry, MC, 29; Star player: Blaise Beckton, MC, 24
Last season: 3rd (2Ligaen); Top scorer: Remy Baptiste, 20
Likely XI (4-3-2-1): Jeancarlo Abercourtenne; Mavon Batton, Yonas Hadley, Kwame Jones, Revell Gatley; Shamarl Terry, Norville Baptiste II, Blaise Beckton; Giourdano Wallford, Rukim Parrish; Remy Baptiste.
Transfers in: Mavon Batton, DL, 29 (FC Jansberg, 0.3M); Emery Degrimaupont [GVN], MC, 19 (Akademiezh Mell-Droad Gouvanarch [GVN], free); Jeremiah Wood, ST, 28 (Fransborg set Njilkaer, 0.1M)
Transfers out: Par Ritchie, DL, 36 (retired); Jhuan-P'ier Bruce [DSM], ST, 21 (North Paarck [DSM], free)
PREVIEW: Formed in 2026 - the year Semarland entered the LigAnaia system - by the merger of two amateur sides, Honeywell 76 and Brighouse Club, the new side quickly rose thorugh the league ranks and by the time the Premarligaen came back around in 2032, they were already in the 2Ligaen. Almost twenty years down the line, they find themselves in the Premarligaen for the first time. Led by former Honeywell 76 captain Norville Baptiste, H&B (as they are affectionately known) have undergone several hurdles along the way, particularly the divide between the two former fanbases. Promotion to the elite tier has finally seemed to unite them both after all this time, and Baptiste has transformed his side from a near-permanent 2Ligaen mid-table side to a thriving, exciting team ready to take on the Premarligaen. The 4-3-2-1 Baptiste employs was a joy to watch in last season's 2Ligaen, with his nephew Remy Baptiste finishing top scorer for the side despite being only 18. The likes of free-kick specialist Revell Gatley and midfield controller Blaise Beckton were just two of a handful of players alongside Baptiste linked with moves to bigger clubs, but all have remained as they look to secure their beloved club's status in the top flight. It'll be a tough ask no doubt, with the gap between the two leagues quite significant in recent years, but it'll most certainly be an entertaining team to watch for those who consider themselves neutrals.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Not a bad window. Only two departures, veteran left-back Par Ritchie retiring after just a season with the club and reserve striker Jhuan-P'ier Bruce returning to his native Dutch Semarland on a free transfer. Coming in, FC Jansberg's back-up left-back Mavon Batton joins to compete with Brandon Jorgensen, who shared the left-back role almost equally with Ritchie last season. Jeremiah Wood, who struggled for significant minutes at Fransborg set Njilkaer arrives up front but will likely play backup to Baptiste going into the season. Finally, young Gouvanarch midfielder Emery Degriumaupont signs on a free transfer as an option for the future. Manager Baptiste has always stuck with the similar core of players, so it'll be interesting to see how his new signings fare in their debut season. Fans will be pleased that the squad depth has not decreased with Ritchie and Bruce's departures, but depending on how the season goes, they may wish more signings were made.
PREDICTION: As much as it pains us to say this, we think it's going to be a rough season. No doubt they'll be entertaining to watch, but they're not really up to par with the rest of the Premarligaen just yet. 20th.

FANS VIEW:
Hernan Fredriksson-Ramos, 41, optician
Last season was... "Very good! No complaints from me. It would have nice to have won the league of course, but credit where credit's due - BT Klub and Brondby were stronger opposition. It was nice to be better than the rest of the league though. Now the real challenge begins."
Our key player is... "You see, that's a tough question. Everyone really played their part last year so it's hard to identify someone as a star. I think I'll go with Remy Baptiste, he knows where the net is and at 19 years old, he's got a very bright future ahead of him. I really hopes he translates that form into the Premarligaen and gets some international recognition. If not him, Jeancarlo Abercourtenne is one of those goalkeepers who can pull of the spectacular at any given moment, and for me was the best goalkeeper in the league last year."
The most underrated player... "Again, hard question! I think the fans really appreciate everyone in the side. Obviously you've got the old Honeywell fans who appreciate the Honeywell-based players more, and vice versa with the Brighouse fans, but I think if I had to pick one player the whole fanbase collectively underrates it'd be Giourdano Wallford. He's from Krsthaven originally so I think that's the only reason why! But he's fantastic, honestly. With the amount of creative talent it's hard to pick out someone who is a star in that aspect, but he's definitely up there."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "I think we need a Baptiste stand. Honeywell's finest! What a footballing family. Obviously our manager, Norville, he used to play for Honeywell back in the day and was with us briefly after the merger as a player. He only came into coaching properly a few years ago, but he's done really well. Kwame Cole laid out the foundations, but Baptiste has expanded on them a lot! His nephew Remy is obviously our star striker, his son Norville II is our midfield lynchpin, and his other son Norwood is pushing through the academy right now. If he turns out to be an even better manager than we think and keeps us in the league, and if those three go onto have successful careers with us, we'll definitely be due a Baptiste stand. Even the Brighouse guys would agree!"
The player I'd love to have back... "There's not many current players who I could say that about - not because they were bad, it's genuinely because people don't really leave! I liked the look of Jhuan-P'ier Bruce last season to be honest. He only spent two years with us and it was disappointing to see him leave on a free transfer. He was just unlucky with Remy Baptiste in such good form, and given he's young but slightly older than Baptiste, he wasn't given a new contract. He'll do really well back in Dutch Semarland, then knowing our luck one of the East Coast teams will sign him and he'll end up being one of the best strikers in the Premarligaen. I'm calling it now!"
Look out for... "Norwood Baptiste is an obvious choice, he came into the fold a bit towards the final quarter of last season and did well for his age. There's two young defenders, Cade Batford and Johan Vermaelen, they really impressed me too. And new signing Emery Degrimaupont looks quite good in midfield, based on his pre-season performances. That was a good spot."
The changes we need to make... "I'm content at the moment. If I had to pick something...more parking spaces at The Hive! It's not the most accessible via public transport, so an extra car park or two would be nice."
I'm most looking forward to play.. "Sporting Solsholm are our most local rivals, so it has to be them!"
We'll finish... "I don't want to be negative and say we'll get relegated, because unlike most of the media, I think we've got a chance. We'll stay up - only just. 17th!"

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Jeancarlo Abercourtenne 25 [SEM]
#2 DR Revell Gatley 28 [SEM]
#3 DL Mavon Batton 29 [SEM]
#4 DC Kwame Jones 26 [SEM]
#5 DC Yonas Hadley 28 [SEM]
#6 DMC Norville Baptiste II 21 [SEM]
#7 AMC Rukim Parish 27 [SEM]
#8 MC Shamarl Terry (c) 29 [SEM]
#9 ST Remy Baptiste 19 [SEM]
#10 MC Blaise Beckton 24 [SEM]
#11 AMC Giourdano Wallford 25 [SEM]
#12 GK Martin Castle 19 [SEM]
#14 MC Emery Degrimaupont 19 [GVN]
#15 ST Johan Lystrom 25 [SEM]
#16 DMC Kristoffer Andersen 26 [SEM]
#17 ST Jeremiah Wood 28 [SEM]
#18 DC Johan Vermaelen 18 [SEM]
#19 DR Johannes Lyrier 29 [SEM]
#20 AMC Maquon Benton 20 [SEM]
#21 DL Brandon Jorgensen 23 [SEM]
#22 DC Cade Batford 19 [SEM]
#23 MC Norwood Baptiste 17 [SEM]


KANGEMARK SPORT:

Stadium: Sorensen House (43,000); Manager: Isaac Mirallas, 62; Captain: Ibrahim Souleymane, DMC, 25; Star player: Rahim Nallo, DC, 20
Last season: 7th; Top scorer: Ramello Marshall
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Gaetano Jorgensen; Deniro Eastwood, Marco Cole, Rahim Nallo, Jaheim Santana; Ibrahim Souleymane (c), Malakai Jonsson; Nahom Teklemariam, Nassim Cole-Emerston, Johan Sakho; Ramello Marshall.
Transfers in: none
Transfers out: Tevin Markstrom, DR, 22 (Krsthaven, 0.5M); Solomon Andreasson, AMC, 23 (FC Kolberg, 0.2M)
Academy departures: Simon Jorgensen, GK, 20 (Sudnordics, free); Patrick Sorensen, DC, 20 (Brondby, free); O'Shaye Wilkinson, DC, 20 (BT Klub, free); Johan Piersen, DMC, 20 (Rumenlo Sapruna, free); Martin Britsen, MC, 20 (Rumenlo Sapruna); Mads Eastergaard, AML, 20 (Monksgate Borough, free); Jorgen Andreasson, AMC, 20 (FC Slatslo, free); Proper Assenso, FW, 20 (OS23, free)
PREVIEW: One of the most exciting teams around at the moment, Isaac Mirallas led Kangemark Sport to a respectable 7th place finish last season - and his sights firmly set on going higher than that this year. The emergence of young talents in recent years such as centre-back Rahim Nallo, wingers Nahom Teklemariam and Johan Sakho, and striker Ramello Marshall have been key to Mirallas' success, with established veterans such as Simon Musondo and Kevin Lindegaard paving the way and passing on valuable experience to the likes of Nallo and Marshall. Those two were subject to a £15,000,000 dual bid from Krsthaven which the club swiftly rejected, and it's anticipated Krsthaven will come knocking again next season with more money to offer. Both were impressive in Semarland's most recent Di Bradini campaign, and were both in the top 3 young players of the season in 2050/51 (Nallo was the winner, Marshall in 3rd place). There's still more talent coming through, and the bench sees a perfect mixture of promising youngsters and more experienced players, who will happily pave the way for the next generation but will still give their all when called upon. It's a winning formula, basically, and Mirallas and his team are thriving. IFCF qualification is very much a possibility, and 2051/52 may finally be the year the "Purple Storm" achieve that. It'll be a tough and tight race for the top four no doubt, but Kangemark will prove themselves to be serious contenders.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Quiet. Perhaps too quiet for some fans' liking, but given their performance last season and the conveyor belt of promising academy talents coming through, they can't really complain. Just the two senior departures, with promising right-back Tevin Markstrom snapped up by Krsthaven and attacking midfielder Solomon Andreasson switching to FC Kolberg. Andreasson had found himself out of favour before the season's end and will hope to re-ignite his career at Quayside, and his younger brother Jorgen was amongst the U20s released at the end of their contracts - also heading east to link up with FC Slatslo. Amongst the other youngsters released, the majority find themselves in the 2Ligaen for the upcoming campaign, bar centre-backs O'Shaye Wilkinson and Patrick Sorensen, who join up with promoted teams BT Klub and Brondby respectively. It's likely that the board's way of "new arrivals" will be reflected in the amount of academy players forecasted to make their debuts this season, or those like Jahmal Euell who made a cameo off the bench last season and will hope to see more first team involvement in both the league and cup campaigns.
PREDICTION: Capitalising on the low confidence of rivals FC Nuholm, we expect Kangemark to leapfrog them, but their lack of investments will see them come just short of the likes of Molsbik Arkjet and Eikborg Club - a very respectable season nonetheless, and just another step closer to IFCF qualification. 5th.

FANS VIEW:
Clara Sorensholm, 25, council employee
Last season was... "Exciting! For the team it was good, a top eight finish is what everyone wanted. For individuals, even better. Two young players nominated for young player of the season (and a winner), two players in the top five goals scored, one player in the top five assisters, and one player in the team of the season. And we kept all of those at the club!"
Our key player is... "It's a tie between Rahim Nallo and Nahom Teklemariam. Rahim will go right to the very top I'm sure about that. He's ridiculously talented for someone his age and his composure and ability on the ball is just another level for a centre-back. Nahom is one of the best wingers I've ever seen, he's taller than the average winger but he's again someone who's going to go very far. His goals and assists output was really high as well given the amount of games he played."
The most underrated player... "Can you call your captain underrated? Ibrahim Souleymane got forgotten about a bit with his injuries last season, but he's such a good player on his day. I hope he can stay fit this season! Otherwise, it'd be Johan Sakho. He's another one who's so young but looks really good, everyone commends Teklemariam on the other side but Sakho's not too far behind in my opinion."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Kevin Lindegaard all day long! You know what, I'd love to see him and Ramello Marshall up front together. Do you think Mirallas would go full-on 4-2-4 just to make that happen? That'd be fun. Two strikers in the top five scorers chart. But yeah, Lindegaard has been banging them in for us ever since he was young and I hope he gets some international recognition before he retires."
The player I'd love to have back... "Tevin Rose from Eikborg Club played for us on loan four or five years ago. At the time I thought he was going to go really far with them, but they ended up signing Hakim Masters not much later and he kind of drifted out of the fold for them a bit. He's still only 24, I'd love to have him back, he'd really fit in well with this system!"
Look out for... "Jahmal Euell is a forward I've got high hopes for. Based off one senior game last season! But he's been ripping it up for the youth teams and he can play on the wing or up front. I can see Brandon Bailey-Martin making his debut this season too, he did really well for Semarland at the U18 World Cup. And Nahom Teklemariam's little brother Amanuel just signed a scholarship with us, and I reckon he'll turn out pretty good too!"
The changes we need to make... "Not necessarily a change, but we need to keep hold of Nallo, Marshall, Teklemariam etc. We always used to have a reputation of being a selling club - let's put that behind us and build our own legacy, rather than another club's."
I'm most looking forward to play.. "Any one of FC Nuholm, Sporting Solsholm or Sporting Saint Adrensburg. Us four are all linked sort of, given we're in a roughly similar locale slash region of Semarland, and we've all had managers and players who've been at more than one of each. I always love a game against our rivals!"
We'll finish... "I'm going to be really optimistic. Some might say delusional, but I'll say meet me here at the end of the season! 3rd place!"

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Gaetano Jorgensen 27 [SEM]
#2 DR Jaheim Santana 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Deniro Eastwood 25 [SEM]
#4 DC Rahim Nallo 20 [SEM]
#5 DC Marco Cole 23 [SEM]
#6 DMC Ibrahim Souleymane (c) 25 [SEM]
#7 AMR Johan Sakho 20 [SEM]
#8 MC Malakai Jonsson 26 [SEM]
#9 ST Kevin Lindegaard 31 [SEM]
#10 AMC Nassim Cole-Emerston 19 [SEM]
#11 AML Nahom Teklemariam 20 [SEM]
#12 GK Yasim Monteruiz 23 [SEM]
#14 MC Johan Quaison 21 [SEM]
#15 ST Ramello Marshall 19 [SEM]
#16 DC Simon Musondo 32 [SEM]
#17 AML Claes Karlsson 29 [SEM]
#18 AMR Karl Linds 29 [SEM]
#19 DR Kahrel Tagoe 19 [SEM]
#21 DL Martin Boampong 20 [SEM]
#22 DC Terry Larsen 26 [SEM]
#23 DMC Gervone Sorenstrom 20 [SEM]


KNABEN TOWN:

Stadium: Knabenstadion (22,000); Manager: Soren Pedersen, 61; Captain: Yohannes Lindmuller, GK, 34; Star player: Jeremiah Quansah, DMC, 26
Last season: 12th; Top scorer: Remaiah Sakala, 7
Likely XI (4-4-1-1): Yohannes Lindmuller (c); Yohann Parsons, Jesper Parwell, Seun Adebayo, Jeremie Mputu; Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard, Jeremiah Quansah, Jorgen Doncaster, Anders Devon; Stefan Huxley; Kasper Rigge.
Transfers in: Jorgen Doncaster, MC, 21 (Fransborg set Njilkaer, 0.2M); Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard, AML, 36 (Sporting Solsholm, free); Martin Doumbia, AMC, 29 (FC Kolberg, 0.25M); Johan Lubeck, ST, 29 (FC Kolberg, 0.25M); Kasper Rigge, ST, 31 (Sporting Saint Adrensburg, 0.5M)
Transfers out: Remaiah Sakala, AML, 28 (Sporting Matrolvik, 0.3M); Armand Kone, ST, 29 (FC York, free); Doneil Cox, ST, 21 (Simethagen, 0.1M); DJ Ware, ST, 21 (Simethagen, 0.1M)
PREVIEW: Soren Pedersen has faced plenty of critics in recent seasons at Knaben Town for his brand of defensive football - dubbed lacklustre in fact, by some fans. It's fair to say they have a point at times, with his team quite boring to watch as they play too cautiously. The pressure is on him to change that, as they face another uphill battle this season. Last season's 12th place finish was quite impressive, and Pedersen's supporters would argue that it was his style of football that kept them safe. Which again, is a fair point considering their defensive stability kept them with an impressive goal difference for a team of their strength. The "new and improved" side haven't had a bad pre-season at all, with new signings such as Jorgen Doncaster and Kasper Rigge impressing along with last season's key men like Jeremiah Quansah. But despite this, they're not looking up to par with the rest of their fellow competitors in this season's Premarligaen and it may be time we see them drop back down the 2Ligaen after their rather unmemorable tenure in the top flight. Casting our memories back to when they first came up, they were truly a joy to watch - Pedersen had instilled free-flowing, attacking football to his side and many had high hopes for them. But he has become a man too foucsed on retaining elite status by any means necessary, and this new brand of football has had a negative impact on the fanbase and possibly the club in general. One last try for Pedersen, and the fans can only hope that they stay up and change their ways.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Quite busy. Soren Pedersen has worked hard in the transfer market, to his credit, after disappointingly losing regular striker Armand Kone to FC York on a free transfer (after he turned down the offer of a new contract), and arguably one of their best players in winger Remaiah Sakala to Sporting Matrolvik. Backup strikers Doneil Cox and DJ Ware both joined Simethagen of the 2Ligaen also, allowing Pedersen to revamp his whole striker department. Starting from internally, academy striker Lindon Jonsson was given a promotion to the first team after an impressive academy campaign last season, and he'll be in reserve to new arrivals Kasper Rigge (Sporting Saint Adrensburg) and Johan Lubeck (FC Kolberg). Rigge and Lubeck scored a combined total of 12 goals last season (six each), which is just two behind the 14 of last season's three strikers (their top scorer last season was Sakala with 7, followed by Kone with 6). Also joining to boost their firepower is Lubeck's former FC Kolberg colleague Martin Doumbia and former Knaben Town academy graduate Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard, who joins on a free transfer from Sporting Solsholm to play out his final professional playing season with his hometown club. Finally, Jorgen Doncaster arrives to add steel and grit to the midfield after not being involved in manager Jakob Lunds' pre-season plans on the east coast. Not bad deals at all, and Pedersen will hope it will be enough to keep them up.
PREDICTION: Despite the new arrivals and their impressive pre-season, Knaben Town still look like they may come unstuck later on. Unfortunately for them, the competition looks stronger than ever. The odds are stacked against them, and it's looking like it's a swifter return to the second tier than they were hoping for. 19th.

FANS VIEW:
Steve Rasmussen, gas engineer, 45
Last season was... "You know what, I'm grateful. We survived, we did quite well, and finished 12th. There's not more we could have asked for, playing style aside. So I'll say it was good. You can't be too negative!"
Our key player is... "Jeremiah Quansah every day of the week. In fact, he's probably the best ever player I've ever seen at the club! How he's still here, I don't know. He's the beating heart of the team and you can tell it pains him when Soren Pedersen's out there telling them to sit back and defend. If he had the ability to show what he can do going forward rather than being pushed back into defensive midfield, someone bigger would have signed him for substantial money now!"
The most underrated player... "Jeremie Mputu always puts a shift in at full-back and it goes under the radar I think. He's more suited to the right, but filled in on the left a few times last season and was immense. I think because we're so defensive, some of his qualities aren't properly displayed - especially going forward - so I hope he gets the chance to show everyone. It'll benefit us immensely and he'll get the plaudits he's long deserved."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "A few of them! Believe me there was a few. Armand Kone was a player who got a bit frustrating in his latter years with the club and I'm glad he's off the wage bill, though a fee would have been nice. Good luck to him though. At the club now, I'd probably say...Karl den Haxenstrom. I'm not convinced, sorry! Even if he's mainly on the substitutes bench."
The player I'd love to have back... "He's here! Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard. One final season. He's still got it, based on how he played for Sporting Solsholm last season, so I'm hoping his return gives Pedersen that spark to change his formation and tactics a bit. I'd love to see Sorensgaard enjoy his final season with us to the maximum."
Look out for... "Lindon Jonsson just got a promotion to the first team, and he was mustard for the youth teams last season. Big, tall, strong, and bangs the goals in like there's no tomorrow. Proper goalscorer. Rigge's a poacher, Lubeck's a target man, Jonsson fits neatly in between the middle I reckon. So he'll benefit from learning from them both."
The changes we need to make... "Be more daring! More adventurous. I'm sick and tired of watching us just sit back after going a goal up. It's awful to watch. We're good enough, it's not like we have to sit back, we'd have a chance I reckon. I mean, we were fourth at one point!"
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "We hopefully won't play them again this season unless we draw them in cup competition, but that guy who scored the winner for Blokhus FC against us last season. Wow. He celebrated like he won the World Cup. It's just a cup tie, for goodness sake!"
We'll finish... "14th. After being in the top eight for most of the season we'll just fall back down like we always do."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Yohannes Lindmuller (c) 34 [SEM]
#2 DR Jeremie Mputu 27 [SEM]
#3 DL Yohann Parsons 28 [SEM]
#4 DC Seun Adebayo 31 [SEM]
#5 DC Jesper Parwell 30 [SEM]
#6 DMC Jeremiah Quansah 26 [SEM]
#7 AMR Anders Devon 30 [SEM]
#8 MC Jasper Haxstrom 30 [SEM]
#9 ST Kasper Rigge 31 [SEM]
#10 AMC Stefan Huxley 27 [SEM]
#11 AML Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard 36 [SEM]
#12 GK Christoffer Northbourne 24 [SEM]
#14 AMR Jacob Jonsen 21 [SEM]
#15 DC Carmelo den Johansen 24 [SEM]
#16 ST Lindon Jonsson 18 [SEM]
#17 ST Johan Lubeck 29 [SEM]
#18 MC Jorgen Doncaster 21 [SEM]
#19 DR Kenton Palmstone 21 [SEM]
#20 DMC Christofer Poulsen 21 [SEM]
#21 DL Jahdon Wright 21 [SEM]
#22 AMC Martin Doumbia 29 [SEM]
#23 MC Karl den Haxenstrom 25 [SEM]


KRSTHAVEN:

Stadium: Stadion Metner (63,000); Manager: Marcel Labonne, 58 Captain: Jamal Barker, MC, 26; Star player: Gennaro Christie, ST, 27
Last season: 2nd; Top scorer: Gennaro Christie, 24
Likely XI (4-3-3): Renell Jones; Jan Zeman [PAS], Emran Eriksen, Gael Larsen, Karl Kvist; Jahmari Hexham-Courant, Jamal Barker (c), Johan Chevron; Rassam Karlsen, Gennaro Christie, Lasse Jensen.
Transfers in: Jan Zeman [PAS], DL, 26 (Baskita FC [PAS], 2M); Teyo Echehun, DC, 32 [ASG] (Clayquot City [KSK], 1.25M); Tevin Markstrom, DR, 22 (Kangemark Sport, 0.5M); Lasse Jensen, AMR, 24 (Molsbik Arkjet, 3M)
Transfers out: Rekim Amoah, DL, 20 (Molsbik Arkjet, 2M); Morten Knutsen, MC, 20 (Morannon Athletic [TKT], 1M)
Academy arrivals: Johan Karlison, DR, 18 (FC Anderstad, free)
Academy departures: Lars Petersen, GK, 20 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Daniel Larsen, DC, 20 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Lars Lindestad, DC, 18 (Arkrau Klub, free); Marcus Karl, DR, 20 (Arkrau Klub, free); Ramarne Bryan, DR, 18 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Matthias Karlsberg, MC, 20 (Adjurgen, free); Jermaine Homans, MC, 20 (Arkrau Klub, free); Johan Norregaard, AML, 20 (Adjurgen, free); Raheem Cole, ST, 20 (BT Klub, free); Remy Northgate, ST, 20 (BT Klub, free)

PREVIEW: Agonisingly close for Marcel Labonne's Krsthaven last season as they missed out on the Premarligaen league title by goal difference only. A nail-biting conclusion to the 2050/51 Premarligaen saw all their hard work undone by FC Jansberg. If you cast your memory back to that day, Krsthaven ran out 5-1 winners against IFCF contenders FC Nuholm whilst FC Jansberg drew 1-1 to the relegated Aestahaade, a reminder of how cruel luck in football can be. Krsthaven are more determined than ever as a result, and Labonne has splashed the cast this transfer window to bring in added reinforcements. Gennaro Christie, aka rapper/singer "Mr. Suave", fka Gennaro Ritchie (he has changed his surname after getting married, a rare occurrence for a male to change their surname in Semarland) is ready to spearhead a new and improved attack that now includes former Molsbik Arkjet winger Lasse Jensen, and captain Jamal Barker will be the beating heart in midfield as he sets his eyes on the national team captaincy as well as club success. The emergence of young midfielder Jahmari Hexham-Courant has been a big plus and tactics shift towards a 4-3-3, with Hexham-Courant the most creative midfield outlet of the trio. Barker is relied upon for his defensive steel as much as his driving runs forward and penchant for stunning long range finishes, whilst his national team colleague Johan Chevron works as yet another creative point. They'll be yet another team who will be fun to watch this season, and boast a defence that is the envy of the majority of their rivals. Karl Kvist is arguably the best full-back in the league, and a player, much like Barker, tipped to be a mainstay in the Semarland team for years to come.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Busy. After losing out their starting left-back Rekim Amoah to rivals Molsbik Arkjet, Labonne acted fast to bring in Pasargan Jan Zeman who has thoroughly impressed in pre-season, and veteran Astograthi defender Teyo Echehun adds solidarity in reserve for both the left-back and centre-back positions. Kangemark Sport's Tevin Markstrom was brought in as cover for Karl Kvist at right-back, and another young defender in Johan Karlison joins the academy after a successful trial from Lig2 side FC Anderstad. The most exciting signing for fans however is that of Lasse Jensen, whose impressive season for rivals Molsbik Arkjet with 11 goals and 15 assists saw Labonne splash out £3,000,000 on bringing the winger to the Stadion Metner. Several U20s and U18s departed at the end of their contracts, with the majority of them all signing for Adjurgen, Arkrau Klub and Copenbrok Klub, remarkably. The trio of teams have built up a good relationship with Krsthaven over the years, who have allowed their youngsters to join those clubs on loan deals, so it makes sense for them to be signing on players permanently after they depart on free transfers. The loss of Amoah was seen as quite a shame given his potential - especially to a rival team, and the departure of Morten Knutsen was also met with criticism by fans after he was allowed to leave for just £1,000,000 to Tikariot side Morannon Athletic.
PREDICTION: Labonne's side look so much stronger, and much more prepared to take the title back to Krsthaven. It'll be a close season nonetheless, but the added depth will benefit them and they'll just edge it over FC Jansberg. Champions.

FANS VIEW:
Simeon Kvist, postal worker, 49
Last season was... "Typical! To lose out to our biggest rivals on goal difference is as heartbreaking as can be - on the final day as well. We'd hammered one of the better sides in the league and they drew to one of the worst, you couldn't make it up. But it's recharged us I think, we're more ready and we're not going to let the title slip away in circumstances like that at all."
Our key player is... "There's a few! I think it has to be Jamal Barker. He's the most complete midfielder I've ever seen, and probably the best player (and best captain) I've ever seen in my lifetime at the club. Karl Kvist does come close though - I always knew he'd turn out really good for us. I remember when we signed him, people thought he was a relation as I was always hyping him up, and he used to work in the same sector as me!" (Karl Kvist was working in the postal sector whilst playing semi-professionally for East Krsthaven United - editor)
The most underrated player... "Johan Chevron. All day long. Again, for me he's up there with one of the best players I've seen, but he never gets the credit and I think it shows almost just as much when he's not in the team as it does when we're without Barker or Christie. There's rumours he'll leave next season, and I'd be very sorry to see him go. What a fantastic player."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Easy question - Jamal Barker! For the reasons I said above. He's just an absolute lion on the pitch and you can tell he loves the club more than anything. I'd even go as far as naming the whole stadium after him!"
The player I'd love to have back... "Funnily enough, Axel Asquilla. We released him at the end of his scholarship, he ended up going over to Molsbik Arkjet - who we seem to have a lot of exchanges with recently, and look how good he's turned out there. I was half hoping we'd bid for him as well when we signed Lasse Jensen - I would have taken Razak Nartey too for good measure, but that would have been too obvious!"
Look out for... "Jahmari Hexham-Courant only started a couple of times last season, but look how well he's done in pre-season. He's going to go very far. It was a shame when we lost Morten Knutsen, but I think Hexham-Courant just edges it in terms of potential. Quame Bridge is a forward in our U18s who I've got very high hopes for, I can see him in the first team in a couple of years too, much like Hexham-Courant!"
The changes we need to make... "I don't think there's any pressing changes, if I'm honest. We just need to go for it from the start, and don't stop. I want to win the league by any means necessary, I really don't want a repeat of last year!"
I'm most looking forward to play... "FC Jansberg. I hope we get them on the last day of the season and we beat them to win the league! That'd be good payback medicine."
We'll finish... "As champions - do you even have to ask me this?!"

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Renell Jones 20 [SEM]
#2 DR Karl Kvist 25 [SEM]
#3 DL Jan Zeman 26 [PAS]
#4 DC Gael Larsen 26 [SEM]
#5 DC Emran Eriksen 26 [SEM]
#6 MC Jamal Barker (c) 26 [SEM]
#7 AMR Juwon Akinola 27 [SEM]
#8 MC Johan Chevron 26 [SEM]
#9 ST Gennaro Christie 27 [SEM]
#10 AMC Jordan Askern 26 [SEM]
#11 AML Rassam Karlsen 23 [SEM]
#12 GK Jacob Eskildsen 26 [SEM]
#14 MC Jahmari Hexham-Courant 18 [SEM]
#15 ST Shamal Rookwood 25 [SEM]
#16 ST Levon Simmonds 26 [SEM]
#17 DMC Johan Nuukstrom 20 [SEM]
#18 DC Cortell Wall 26 [SEM]
#19 DC Jovon Batley 28 [SEM]
#20 DC Teyo Echehun 32 [ASG]
#21 DR Tevin Markstrom 22 [SEM]
#22 DC Amadou Diomande 29 [SEM]
#23 AMR Lasse Jensen 24 [SEM]
#25 AMR Mekhi Makengo 20 [SEM]
#26 AML Johan Marselles 20 [SEM]
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PREMARLIGAEN 2051/52 - TEAM PREVIEWS - PART FOUR


MOLSBIK ARKJET:

Stadium: Arkjetstadion (57,000); Manager: Kwame Cole, 52; Captain: Rameses Kristoffersen, MC, 25; Star player: Bismark Boateng, ST, 25
Last season: 3rd; Top scorer: Bismark Boateng, 17
Likely XI (4-3-3): Casper Winter; Rekim Amoah, Cyrus Congo, Leander Kristensen, Sebastian Kvistergaard; Celso Madrigal [TKT], John Omrore, Rameses Kristoffersen (c); Razak Nartey, Bismark Boateng, Aiguo Mao [YZH]
Transfers in: Rekim Amoah, DL, 20 (Krsthaven, 2M); Cyrus Congo, DC, 26 (Jansberg Laguna, 1M); Celso Madrigal [TKT], DMC, 25 (Guillarim Blades FC [TKT], 2.5M); Aiguo Mao [YZH], AMR, 31 (Rozelle Archers [BRE], 1M)
Transfers out: Steve Mikkelsen, GK, 22 (Simethagen, free); Yoan Reveillere, DL, 19 (FC Kvist Town, 1M); Yohannes Weldemichael, DC, 18 (FC York, loan); Weldu Bokretsion, DMC, 18 (Sporting Matrolvik, loan), Lasse Jensen, AMR, 24 (Krsthaven, 3M); Asaiah Chandler, ST, 30 (FC Kolberg, 0.3M)
Academy departures: Grosvenor Batlokwa, DC, 20 (Sudnordics, free); Jordan Amartey, DR, 20 (Molsbik Kadet, free); Felix Simukonda, DMC, 20 (Sudnordics, free); Leon Sorensen, MC, 20 (Molsbik Kadet, free); Sander Clarke, AMC, 20 (Molsbik Kadet, free); Jayden Simmonds, AMR, 20 (Molsbik Kadet, free); Parfait Jones, ST, 20 (Sudnordics, free); Reece Bishop, ST, 20 (Sudnordics, free)
PREVIEW: A very strong showing last season from Kwame Cole's Molsbik Arkjet side, as they proved themselves to be genuine title contenders for most of the campaign. The biggest challenge Cole will face is the disruption of his attacking unit, with star winger Lasse Jensen joining Krsthaven. Pre-season has seen Cole experiment tactically, moving to a 4-3-3 with new signing Celso Madrigal anchoring the middle of the park, with the likes of captain Rameses Kristoffersen and John Omrore providing the creative support in midfield. Left winger Razak Nartey keeps his place, and the right hand side has been rotated with new signing Aiguo Mao and last season's #10 Axel Asquilla. Striker Bismark Boateng will still be scoring plenty of goals - we're very sure of that, but without Jensen and possibly Asquilla, it's a very new-look Arkjet side, with the defence also changing partly with new arrivals Rekim Amoah and Cyrus Congo taking the places of Ramzan Yardim and Richard Rasmussen on the left hand side. Nevertheless, they've looked good in pre-season and will no doubt have a solid campaign, but whether the changes made in summer were the right ones, we're yet to be sure.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Very busy! Kwame Cole worked harder than most managers did in the transfer market this summer, and has recruited effectively, with a mixture of talent imported from overseas and signed from Semarland. Defender Cyrus Congo was snapped up from relegated Jansberg Laguna for £1,000,000 and left-back Rekim Amoah was brought in from rivals Krsthaven after Cole lost promising left-back Yoan Reveillere to FC Kvist Town. Coming in from abroad, Tikariot-based defensive midfielder Celso Madrigal joins as their record signing of the window, a £2,500,000 purchase from Guillarim Blades FC, whilst Yuezhou winger Aiguo Mao was brought in from Brenecian side Rozelle Archers. Several players followed Reveillere out of the door, including striker Asaiah Chandler to FC Kolberg and backup goalkeeper Steve Mikkelsen to 2Ligaen side Simethagen. A host of youth players were released, with half joining inter-city rivals Molsbik Kadet and the other half signing with Sudnordics. But the biggest loss of all will be winger Lasse Jensen, one of the stars of last season who joins rivals Krsthaven for £3,000,000.
PREDICTION: The loss of Lasse Jensen is a big one, with the winger arguably their best player last season. Boateng is a natural goalscorer, and Kristoffersen and Omrore will have the midfield on lock, so it'll be a respectable season of course - but they'll just slip down a place. 4th.

FANS VIEW:
Solomon Tesfamariam, 34, bus driver
Last season was... "Yeah it was alright! Third place, you can't go wrong. We qualified for IFCF so I'm happy. We were in a chance with the title for a point so it was a shame to see us miss out, but when you've got such strong competition what can you do? I'm hopeful that it'll be ours again before too long, though."
Our key player is... "For me, it's Bismark Boateng. It's funny, some people would say Kristoffersen, some Omrore, some Nartey, but it's always been Boateng for me! The man scores goals - he's only 25, and I expect a Semarland call-up for him soon. Especially he was the third highest scorer in the league last season, he has to win a cap sooner rather than later! But yeah, we'd be lost without his goals. Although we have always had very good backups, unlike some clubs!"
The most underrated player... "It's a toss-up between Casper Winter or Sebastian Kvistergaard. Winter is one of the best goalkeepers in the league, and I think people realise that, so I'll go with Kvistergaard. He's always put a shift in at right-back, he rarely puts a foot wrong - he reminds me a lot of the legendary Eirik Malsen."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Boateng, if he keeps scoring so much! Rameses Kristoffersen if he can avoid injury and keep playing so well like his older brother did. The Kristoffersen Stand has a nice ring to it, and it can be a tribute to them both."
The player I'd love to have back... "Remaiah Sakala, who's now at Sporting Matrolvik. We released him after his scholarship, what a mistake that turned out to be. He's had a very respectable Premarligaen career since, and whilst he's not a worldbeater - I'm quite content with our team as it is, he'd be good competition for Nartey."
Look out for... "There's so many to name! There was an article on SportSAT the other week about our academy interestingly enough, and it just shows that we won't need to be in the transfer market as much in the future hopefully! I'll go for Bakasso Kilioglu, based on his U18 World Cup performances. It's hard to pick though, honestly!"
The changes we need to make... "I think we spent a bit too much money. I'm cautious of club finances. Amoah, Congo, Madrigal and Mao all look like good signings though but I was hoping Kwame Cole would have his negotiating hat on and work out some lower prices for us! If they come up good though, I can't complain at all."
I'm most loking forward to play... "I like a challenge, so I'll say FC Jansberg! As long as we win..."
We'll finish... "I think we're still not on the elite of the elite level just yet, if I'm being truthful. It'll be a good season though. Third place surely."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Casper Winter 29 [SEM]
#2 DR Sebastian Kvistergaard 29 [SEM]
#3 DL Ramzan Yardim 23 [SEM]
#4 DC Leander Kristensen 27 [SEM]
#5 DC Richard Rasmussen 21 [SEM]
#6 DMC Rameses Kristoffersen (c) 25 [SEM]
#7 AMR Aiguo Mao 31 [YZH]
#8 MC John Omrore 25 [SEM]
#9 ST Bismark Boateng 25 [SEM]
#10 AMC Axel Asquilla 26 [SEM]
#11 AML Razak Nartey 25 [SEM]
#12 GK Rokim St Pierre 20 [SEM]
#14 MC Renny Ramirez 23 [SEM]
#16 ST Rolando Gronkjaer 20 [SEM]
#17 DMC Celso Madrigal 25 [TKT]
#18 DC Simon de Lind 27 [SEM]
#19 DR Ash Omotola 21 [SEM]
#20 AMR Daniel Korstensen 30 [SEM]
#21 DL Rekim Amoah 20 [SEM]
#22 DC Cyrus Congo 26 [SEM]
#23 AML Kamar Lincoln 30 [SEM]


SORENSEN PARK RANGERS:

Stadium: Sorensen Park (31,000); Manager: Mads Olsen, 61; Captain: Byron Nkumu, DC, 35; Star player: Moses Ngoy, DL, 31
Last season: 17th; Top scorer: Yaw Richards, 13
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Valentin Carlson; Moses Ngoy, Byron Nkumu (c), Treon Spears, Matthias Agbrigg; Martin Kasumu, Isaiah Simms; Devon Corson, Melvin Larsen, Delroy Melbourne; Montell Simms.
Transfers in: Isaiah Simms, MC, 20 (FC Jansberg, loan); Montell Simms, ST, 20 (FC Jansberg, loan)
Transfers out: Sadick Bediako, AMR, 27 (Sporting Matrolvik, 0.1M); Yaw Richards, ST, 24 (Sporting Saint Adrensburg, 0.8M)
Academy departures: Per Rochemback, GK, 20 (Baton Lodge, free); Jordan Mabele, DC, 20 (Baton Lodge, free); Johann Knudtsson, DR, 20 (Aarland BK, free); Jonas Parsberg, MC, 20 (Baton Lodge, free); Magnus den Johansen, AMC, 20 (Aarland BK, free); Valentin Huxley, AMR, 20 (Aarland BK, free); Cortell St-Etienne, ST, 20 (Hjarmanden IF, free)
PREVIEW: Last season was a difficult one, to say the least. Mads Olsen is on borrowed time at Sorensen Park Rangers to make things right, after surviving by the thinnest of margins - the sole aim is to secure themselves in the Premarligaen, rather than constantly being involved in relegation battles or finding themselves on top of the second tier. Despite this, they're seen as the capital's "second club" - especially now Jansberg Laguna have seen themselves relegated, and they've got a strong fanbase in the city. The neighbourhoods of Sorensen Park, Elmsberg, Fjorden and East Nevon have long been a blue and white stronghold, colours that wildly differ from the claret and orange of the likes of FC Jansberg and Jansberg Laguna, so support will never be an issue - but on the pitch, they'll rely heavily on long-serving captain Byron Nkumu and the likes of Moses Ngoy - arguably their best player last season bar the departed Yaw Richards. It's a fairly thin squad, with little offerings in reserve bar the highly thought of Kwame Honeystrom, but there is high hopes for the club's academy, with a number of youngsters projected to make their debuts over the course of the season - something that occur sooner rather than later, depending on the situation of the first team.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Olsen has utilised his connections and contacts at FC Jansberg - of course, the club he used to play for and manage, to bring in twins Isaiah and Montell Simms on loan for the season. Isaiah has little senior experience, but has impressed over the course of pre-season, taking the place of Carlton Ware in midfield, whilst Montell was mainly backup to Loick Sorensen for the majority of last season at FC Jansberg. Despite that, he finished with a fairly impressive 6 goals in 18 appearances (with only six of those being starts). Worryingly, that's the only inbound activity at the club. Going out, star striker and last season's top scorer Yaw Richards joins Sporting Saint Adrensburg for just £800,000 - a low fee for someone who broke the 10-goals barrier. Sadick Bediako also makes an exit joining Sporting Matrolvik, whilst several youngsters drop down a tier or two in search of first team opportunities.
PREDICTION: The signings of both Isaiah and Montell Simms on loan was good business, and fans will hope they'll be the key to their survival and possibly onto better things, should they join permanently. Other than that though, there's a worry when it comes to squad depth and the departure of Yaw Richards will hit them hard. Given their experience though, they should be able to survive, just about. 16th.

FANS VIEW:
Arla Simmons-Christie, 23, dancer
Last season was... "Not very good! We survived - only just. I'm grateful we did, but was a headache of a season and I hope we have enough about us to put it behind us and move on. In the right direction, of course!"
Our key player is... "Byron Nkumu is a legend. At 35, he's probably only got one or two more seasons left in him, and I can speak for all fans when we say we'll appreciate every single moment. He's still got it, just about, and he's such a big influence at the club."
The most underrated player... "Valentin Carlson, our goalkeeper. Given our woeful record last season, you'd probably laugh that I'm naming defenders or goalkeepers for our key and underrated players! But he's such a good shot-stopper, for me he's the most underrated in the league. If we go down, I can see him getting snapped up by another Premarligaen club."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "Oh wow. I don't really think there's anyone who stands out in that regard! Which is a nice feeling. You don't want to be driving any of your players away, do you? But if I was forced to pick...Treon Spears. And that's not because I think he's bad or anything! I just think Kwame Honeystrom is going to be our new Nkumu, and I'd like to see them play together."
The player I'd love to have back... "Yaw Richards, and he's only been gone a few seconds! Can I say him?"
Look out for... "There's a lot, actually. Which makes me feel somewhat confident. Abel Botende is a good goalkeeper, I see him as the next Carlson. Going into our U18s though, that's where the gems are. Blaise Wade, Nico Cartmell and Moses Monaco are three I can see making their debuts this year, maybe."
The changes we need to make... "Stop claiming Jansberg! Who cares that we're the second club in the city. Let's make Sorensen Park and surrounding areas it's own settlements, hahaha! No in all seriousness, I think we need to have a bit of an overhaul of the team. Which sounds harsh, but we need improvements - and fast."
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "Any FC Jansberg player, basically. D'Jean Hamilton, he's a bit of a nobhead. Or Tyrique Ritchie, because he's so fast. Not jealous at all."
We'll finish... "Don't make me do this! I'm honestly not confident we'll stay up this season - if I'm being realistic, I'll say 18th."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Valentin Carlson 27 [SEM]
#2 DR Matthias Agbrigg 29 [SEM]
#3 DL Moses Ngoy 31 [SEM]
#4 DC Treon Spears 30 [SEM]
#5 DC Byron Nkumu (c) 35 [SEM]
#6 DMC Carlton Ware 29 [SEM]
#7 AMR Delroy Melbourne 20 [SEM]
#8 MC Martin Kasumu 26 [SEM]
#9 ST Montell Simms 20 [SEM] (on loan from FC Jansberg)
#10 AMC Melvin Larsen 24 [SEM]
#11 AML Devon Corson 25 [SEM]
#12 GK Mark Lars 20 [SEM]
#14 MC Isaiah Simms 20 [SEM] (on loan from FC Jansberg)
#15 DC Eirik Forskeberg 22 [SEM]
#16 ST Mikael Korhonen 26 [SEM]
#17 ST Emerald Simutowe 25 [SEM]
#18 MC Devon Brown 23 [SEM]
#19 DR Martin Bruun Larsen 21 [SEM]
#20 DMC Axel Jorgstadt 25 [SEM]
#21 DL Kasengu Kamvuaka 21 [SEM]
#22 DC Kwame Honeystrom 19 [SEM]
#23 DMC Leon Lygaard 20 [SEM]


SPORTING MATROLVIK:

Stadium: Matrolvik Park (35,000); Manager: Matthias Karbruck, 65; Captain: Yacouba Zoundi, DC, 27; Star player: Michael Idowu, MC, 25
Last season: 14th; Top scorer: Richard Hreidarsson, 9
Likely XI (3-4-3): Assane Diao; Lameck Nyambe, Yacouba Zoundi (c), Guirane Diop; Keyon Mason, Weldu Bokretsion, Michael Idowu, Jayden Patrick; Remaiah Sakala, Mikel Moore, Sadick Bediako.
Transfers in: Keyon Mason, DL, 26 (Eikborg Club, 0.3M); Jayden Patrick, DR, 27 (Eikborg Club, 0.3M); Weldu Bokretsion, DMC, 18 (Molsbik Arkjet, loan); Remaiah Sakala, AML, 28 (Knaben Town, 0.3M); Sadick Bediako, AMR, 27 (Sorensen Park Rangers, 0.1M); Mikel Moore, ST, 25 (Eikborg Club, 0.75M)
Transfers out: Edgar Kangwa, DL, 23 (Eikborg Club, 0.3M); Reece Nygaard, DR, 28 (FC York, 0.3M); Koman Traore, DMC, 21 (FC Arkrau, free); Jonathan Holstad, AML, 29 (FC Kvist Town, free); Martin Eirstad, AMR, 29 (FC Kvist Town, free); Kare Karlyle, ST, 28 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Lars Andersen, ST, 33 (Arkrau Klub, free)
Academy departures: Lars Olsen, DR, 20 (FC Nordsem, free); Jerome Hendon, DMC, 20 (ORLOSport, free); Kyrell Beecham, MC, 20 (FC Slatslo, free)
PREVIEW: Last season wasn't the best season Sporting Matrolvik felt they could have had. A 14th place looked lacklustre on paper, but given their style of play - enjoyable to watch, we must note - they saw themselves come up short on too many occasions. Matthias Karbruck experienced some sort of tactical revelation towards the closing stages, with thanks to his assistant Narlin Mbangi, and a wealth of new signings will hope to continue that into the new campaign. Karbruck has been busy, and with the loss of star player Edgar Kangwa he has invested well with the additional transfer funds available to him - picking up three players from Kangwa's new team, Eikborg Club. Pre-season has been mixed fortunes, and it seems that mixed fortunes is more than a recurring theme at Matrolvik Park, as it has been over the years. Karbruck's running out of time, especially with the tactical input of Mbangi looking more preferable to the board's visions, and it may be a case of him being usurped by his assistant. Karbruck's lack of connection with the club in his playing days makes Mbangi all the more of a better option - given he is considered a Sporting Matrolvik legend. Depending on how this season goes, there could be more than just changes on the playing field for the club.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: A flurry of activity. Edgar Kangwa, in the team of the year last season, was quickly snapped up by Eikborg Club for £3,000,000, one of the highest fees of the windows. Fellow wing-back Reece Nygaard also handed in a transfer request and joined up with midtable rivals FC York, whilst several players were released on free transfers. Wingers Jonathan Holstad and Martin Eirstad lost their places in the team halfway through the campaign, and the likes of Koman Traore (who remarkably dropped down two divisions to help get FC Arkrau back into the 2Ligaen) and strikers Karle Karlyle and Lars Andersen were effectively no more than backups anyway, so no great loss. Coming into the club were Eikborg Club's wing-backs Keyon Mason and Jayden Patrick, who would have found themselves on the bench over there anyway, wingers Remaiah Sakala (Knaben Town) and Sadick Bediako (Sorensen Park Rangers), striker Mikel Moore (another addition from Eikborg Club), and quite excitingly, Molsbik Arkjet's talented young ball-winning midfielder Weldu Bokretsion on a season long loan.
PREDICTION: All the new additions go straight into the first team, and despite the loss of Kangwa, they look like a better team overall. Retaining key players such as captain Yacouba Zoundi and all-action midfielder Michael Idowu was a bonus, even if Kangwa departed, and the new contingent have certainly improved the team. Mid-table still for now, but they're in a better place than they were. 12th.

FANS VIEW:
Aisha Coulibaly, bank teller, 30
Last season was... "Not the best I've ever seen, let's put it that way. Bar Kangwa and Idowu, and goalkeeper Diao and captain Zoundi, our only real consistent players - most of the team were very up-and-down and it was a struggle to watch. It's nice to see a host of new arrivals, and let's be honest, Kangwa's departure was inevitable. He was too good for us!"
Our key player is... "Michael Idowu. For a central midfielder, eight goals and eight assists is a good return, and his experience of playing as an attacking midfielder definitely helps in that regard. Combined with Bokretsion's ball-winning skills and tenacity in the middle of the park, those two will have a formidable midfield partnership, I'm sure."
The most underrated player... "Richard Hreidarsson! I'm glad you didn't get that punk Jon Erik Nilsson in to do this segment. Hreidarsson made Nilsson eat his words last season, and although I don't think he'll be a starter this season, he's a decent backup and he ended up being our top goalscorer last season."
The player I'd happily drive to another club... "Hahaha, unlike Nilsson, I wouldn't want to drive anyone. This is a really bad question, SportSAT! I can't answer, sorry. Even though we finished 14th and I'm sure some fans will have a list of players."
The player I'd love to have back... "With the transfer window only really kicking into life this season - the most active it's been for years, as you all know, I think a lot of fans from other clubs will be saying players who have recently left. I'll join them - Edgar Kangwa!"
Look out for... "Edgar Kangwa has a little brother, Felix, in our U18s. He's a winger, like Edgwar used to be, so it'll be cool to see him get moved into wing-back later on the line and hopefully become a regular starter and much-loved player. Moving on from the Kangwa discussion though, I'll say Mikel Lupando, a forward in our U20s. Get used to seeing him now and then, I reckon."
The changes we need to make... "I was really pleased when we got Bokretsion in on loan, and I think we should continue that trend of loaning in players - there's no shame in it. Not a change that we need to make as a club, I think more clubs in Semarland should do it in general."
An opposition player that pisses me off is... "Good question. I think Kevin Lindegaard, nothing personal, but he scored a hat-trick against us on the opening day of last season and I think that set the tone for our campaign!"
We'll finish... "We'll do much better with these new signings. I'm going to say we'll finish tenth."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Assane Diao 26 [SEM]
#2 WBR Jayden Patrick 27 [SEM]
#3 WBL Keyon Mason 26 [SEM]
#4 DC Yacouba Zoundi (c) 27 [SEM]
#5 DC Lameck Nyambe 29 [SEM]
#6 DMC Anders Larsen 26 [SEM]
#7 AMR Demarai Saunders 22 [SEM]
#8 MC Hammed Maiga 29 [SEM]
#9 ST Richard Hreidarsson 31 [SEM]
#10 MC Michael Idowu 25 [SEM]
#11 AML Jaheim Barry 22 [SEM]
#12 GK Sander Ruffelsen 31 [SEM]
#14 AMR Sadick Bediako 27 [SEM]
#15 DC Guirane Diop 25 [SEM]
#16 ST Jaden Palmieri 20 [SEM]
#17 ST Mikel Moore 25 [SEM]
#18 MC Simeon Ashwood 21 [SEM]
#19 WBR Lyle Cole 21 [SEM]
#20 DMC Weldu Bokretsion 18 [SEM] (on loan from Molsbik Arkjet)
#21 WBL Sodiq Akindele 31 [SEM]
#22 DC Kayode Woodman 31 [SEM]
#23 AMC Kayode Oyetunde 20 [SEM]
#24 AML Remaiah Sakala 28 [SEM]
#25 DC Mohamed Coulibaly 20 [SEM]
#26 FW Salif Sylla 20 [DSM]


SPORTING SAINT ADRENSBURG:

Stadium: Saint Adren Road (45,000); Manager: Danny Boateng, 47; Captain: Lyrone Eastwood, MC, 28; Star player: Kyrone Paris, AMR, 26
Last season: 9th; Top scorer: Kyrone Paris, 12
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Moncell Aboubacar; Par Jorgensen, Rasmus Holm, Blaise Burgess, Carmelo Cook; Martin Amoah, Lyrone Eastwood (c); Chadrack Nkutu, Eric Muloko, Kyrone Paris; Yaw Richards.
Transfers in: Yohannes Hutton, AMC, 21 (Aalemark Sport, 0.25M); Yaw Richards, ST, 24 (Sorensen Park Rangers, 0.8M)
Transfers out: Kasper Rigge, ST, 31 (Knaben Town, 0.5M)
Academy departures: Par Nevvik, GK, 20 (FC Makslem, free); Matthias Larsson, DC, 20 (Batstrom 212, free); Nico Batley, DR, 20 (Batstrom 212, free); Jorgen Sorensson, DMC, 20 (Lindenshalle-Knutsunde, free); Jan Baxter, MC, 20 (FC Nordsem, free); Johan Enevoldsen, AMC, 20 (Batstrom 212, free); Miko Eriksen, AMR, 20 (FC Matovallanen, free); Jovon Wade, ST, 20 (Batstrom 212, free); Rasmus Eriksen, ST, 20 (FC Makslem, free)
PREVIEW: Last season's 9th place was a disappointing one for Danny Boateng. Despite having big shoes to fill, being Cortell Carrasco's replacement, Boateng had aimed for at least a top six finish, and given the strength of the squad, it wasn't an unreasonable aim. Lacking a cutting edge was Boateng's words to describe said finish, harsh words perhaps given the decent performance of his strikers, but the arrival of Yaw Richards signifies a statement of intent to improve those matters. Kyrone Paris is arguably their best player in years, and will be hard to keep hold of should the club's fortunes not improve. There's plenty of exciting youngsters pushing through, including Boateng's son D.J - who looks set to be a direct replacement for Paris should he eventually wind up leaving. However, the first-team depth is questionable. Most are academy products but the majority failed to make much of an impression last season bar Moise Gatlin-Brandy, who will most likely compete with Martin Amoah for a spot in midfield alongside captain Lyrone Eastwood (seen as their next best player after Paris), and to an extent striker Johan Castro, who will have new arrival Richards and Lasse Norregaard to compete with. It's certainly not all doom and gloom for SSA, far from it, but Boateng will strive to improve on last season's showings as he hopes to emulate Carrasco and fall into the select tier of being a club legend as both player and manager.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Quiet. The only departure was Kasper Rigge to Knaben Town, and despite being on the periphery of the starting lineup for most of the season, it was a departure fans were sad to see given Rigge was a member of the side the last time they won the league. Coming in to replace him was Sorensen Park Rangers' top scorer Yaw Richards, who based on pre-season selections, has already overtaken Lasse Norregaard in the pecking order. Relegated Aalemark Sport's attacking midfielder Yohannes Hutton was also signed, and will hope into break into the starting lineup over the course of the season. Several academy departures, the most notable being winger Miko Eriksen to FC Matovallanen, whilst the rest will go onto no doubt carve very successful 2Ligaen careers next season as they hope to return the top flight one way or the other.
PREDICTION: They'll do better than last season - Yaw Richards was a smart signing, and if he can keep in good form, he'll be on the high end of the goalscoring charts. Paris and Eastwood will also be key to their success, but the formula can always be improved long-term. 8th.

FANS VIEW:
Jenna Parlane, HR consultant, 26
Last season was... "Not our best. We were once title contenders, now we're midtable title contenders! Which isn't great. Our fanbase never demand too much, but we'd at least expect a top 6-7 finish, with our team."
Our key player is... "Kyrone Paris. He's not the fastest winger you'll ever see, but he's certainly one of the most creative, and he showed last season especially he can score. I think if we don't have a great season as a team, he'll be off, which is a shame, but given he's a starter for Semarland, you can't blame him! Lyrone Eastwood comes a close second as our captain and is such a key presence in midfield."
The most underrated player... "Martin Amoah! He compliments Eastwood so well and is such a hard worker. He helped us to those league titles and for me he's always been underrated. He does the job, no complaints, just gets on with it. We'll miss him when he's gone, that's for sure."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "The Eastwood stand! Cyrone, Lyrone - and who knows, maybe Nyrone in the future as well. Everyone goes on about who has the best footballing family in Semarland, and if you're from Saint Adrensburg, it's the Eastwood family. Club legends."
The player I'd love to have back... "Richard Lovenkrands was excellent on loan for us in goal, and he's too good to be a backup goalkeeper, even if it's for the best team in Semarland. I like Moncell Aboubacar, don't get me wrong, but he flaps sometimes - and Demarai Marylebone is still fairly untested. So Lovenkrands would be the ideal goalkeeper for me, at the moment."
Look out for... "Our academy is looking really healthy at the moment! Stronger than ever. There's no shortage of players, so I'll go for Marcel Palmer in the U20s, and Batuhan Özcan in the U18s, avoiding the obvious choice of Nyrone Eastwood!"
The changes we need to make... "I think we need some new attackers. I love Nkutu and Muloko, but they're not up to par with Paris, a hard task, but Paris carries the attack. Yaw Richards is an upgrade on Lasse Norregaard I think, but yeah we need to look at our wingers and attacking midfielders. I don't think Yohannes Hutton will be an upgrade on Muloko, but I'd love to be proved wrong."
I'm most looking forward to play... "FC Nuholm! The Nuholm-SSA derby is a classic and always a good game."
We'll finish... "I agree with the SportSAT prediction this year, for once! Eight place sounds reasonable."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Moncell Aboubacar 26 [SEM]
#2 DR Carmelo Cook 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Par Jorgensen 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Blaise Burgess 27 [SEM]
#5 DC Rasmus Holm 30 [SEM]
#6 DMC Martin Amoah 31 [SEM]
#7 AMR Kyrone Paris 26 [SEM]
#8 MC Lyrone Eastwood (c) 28 [SEM]
#9 ST Lasse Norregaard 27 [SEM]
#10 AMC Eric Muloko 25 [SEM]
#11 AML Chadrack Nkutu 26 [SEM]
#12 GK Demarai Marylebone 21 [SEM]
#14 MC Jordan Chevalier 24 [SEM]
#15 ST Johan Castro 23 [SEM]
#16 DC Marc Hojstrom 23 [SEM]
#17 DC Nicklas Schone 23 [SEM]
#18 AML Matthias Fox 23 [SEM]
#19 DR Nico Jespersen 23 [SEM]
#20 DMC Moise Gatlin-Brandy 23 [SEM]
#21 ST Yaw Richards 24 [SEM]
#22 DL Marley Viscount 30 [SEM]
#23 AMR D.J Boateng 20 [SEM]
#25 AMC Yohannes Hutton 21 [SEM]


SPORTING SOLSHOLM:

Stadium: Lime Tree Grove (43,000); Manager: Andre Carlstadt, 52; Captain: Sol Nordstrom, MC, 34; Star player: Jonathan Yeboah, ST, 28
Last season: 8th; Top scorer: Jonathan Yeboah, 14
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Kevin Yamoah; Daniel Enevoldsen, Rohan Ansah, Mathias Marcssen, Marcel Mears; Carlos Bergmark, Sol Nordstrom (c); Erik Martin, Maxim Andersson, Jemal Woods; Jonathan Yeboah.
Transfers in: Treon Partell, GK, 20 (FC Nuholm, free)
Transfers out: Karl Johansson, GK, 31 (FC Matovallanen, free); Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard, AML, 36 (Knaben Town, free)
Academy departures: Lincoln Matthiason, DL, 20 (Arkau Klub, free); DeSerge Anderson, DC, 20 (Arkrau Klub, free); Marquez Montenero, DMC, 20 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Reiss Abraham, MC, 20 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Kornell Muir, MC, 20 (Arkrau Klub, free); Teriq Chandler, AMR, 20 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Niko Bruce-Grove, ST, 19 (Yorligenen, free)
PREVIEW: Andre Carlstadt is leading a revolution at Sporting Solsholm. One of the most improved clubs in recent years, they've consistently cracked the top 10 and whilst never being direct IFCF competitors, it doesn't look too far away. Stadium Lime Tree Grove is a fortress, and despite not being a team with many notable standout individuals, they're certainly one of the more well-run teams in the league - team cohesion is definitely one of their specialities (other than the beautiful fluorescent lime green kits). Funnily enough known as "The Limes" (who'd have guessed?), the likes of midfield maestro Carlos Bergmark and natural goalscorer Jonathan Yeboah are amongst some of the best players out of the IFCF's current reaches, and fans are entering the new season in a buoyant mood, with the prospect of multiversal football finally back on the not too distant horizon. Whether they'll make it this season or the next is anyone's guess, but they're certainly most people's wildcard team for a surprise name in the top four.
TRANSFER ACTIVITY: Very quiet! Backup goalkeeper Karl Johansson signed for FC Matovallanen on a free transfer, and veteran attacker Isaac Pierre Sorensgaard returned to his hometown club, Knaben Town. Replacing him in the starting lineup was Erik Martin - already at the club, as Andre Carlstadt continues his vision of promoting from within. The only arrival was in fact a new backup goalkeeper, with Treon Partell signing on the dotting line after ending his 11 year association with FC Nuholm. Several academy talents departed, including a handful who made their first team debuts in the league last season. Niko Bruce-Grove turned down the offer of a professional contract after being on a third-year scholarship last season, but his impressive form for the U20s led to him falling into that category of making their first-team debut. Defenders Lincoln Matthiason and DeSerge Anderson were also debutants but were released after surprisingly not being offered new deals.
PREDICTION: Another team on the list of sides we've described as "fun to watch" - and you'll see why. No IFCF just yet, but they're making their way there. 7th.

FANS VIEW:
Emeric Johansson, newspaper editor, 30
Last season was... "Good, yeah! Top 10 is always nice, and now we're within that top 8 threshold, we can focus on cracking top 6 and top 4, et cetera!"
Our key player is... "Carlos Bergmark is one of those players best described as a metronome. How on earth he's not been bought by one of the bigger clubs, or called up by Semarland, I'll never know! But he's here to stay, he's made that clear. He loves the club, the club loves him. What a talent."
The most underrated player... "I think Jemal Woods is really underrated! With Jonathan Yeboah being such a natural goalscorer, he's never really relied on other players to make things happen for him, but Woods comes close to being that player. I think Sorensgaard on the opposite flank held him back a bit - no disrespect, but now Erik Martin is in the side for good, I think they'll combine to a really good effect."
The player I'd happily name a stand after... "Sol Nordstrom! The Bergmark-Nordstrom midfield partnership is legendary, and the two are our best midfield partnership since Carlstadt-Assubonteng! But yeah, Nordstrom has given so much to the club over the years and he's a really nice guy. I hope he'll progress into coaching with us when he retires."
The player I'd love to have back... "Jordan Simonsen! I really like Erik Martin though so that's tricky. I'll probably say Simonsen as he was the only left winger that ever really kept Sorensgaard out of the team when he was younger."
Look out for... "Everyone knows about Richard Assubonteng's son Kamal - he's the future of our midfield. If you watched our U18s last season though, you'll know they're really good. Femi Wright is my one to watch. Striker, winger, he does it all with ease. Big and bright future ahead for him! We've also got a young striker from Gouvanarch called Iduned Maynet who's been promoted to the first team, and he looks mustard, as they say."
The changes we need to make... "More limeade in the club shop! You can laugh all you want, but it's the best limeade in Solsholm. And not because of the advert with Jonathan Yeboah, either..."
I'm most looking forward to play... "The new teams! I always enjoy a good away day. I think Brondby and Cloudy Terrace will be on everyone's lips, so I'll be left-field and say The Hive at Honeywell & Brighouse. Which is a very remarkable stadium I must add, so I don't envy people choosing between the two!"
We'll finish... "Up two places. We'll be giving certain teams a fright this season! Sixth place."

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Kevin Yamoah 26 [SEM]
#2 DR Marcel Mears 27 [SEM]
#3 DL Daniel Enevoldsen 29 [SEM]
#4 DC Mathias Marcssen 29 [SEM]
#5 DC Rohan Ansah 25 [SEM]
#6 MC Carlos Bergmark 26 [SEM]
#7 AMR Jemal Woods 25 [SEM]
#8 MC Sol Nordstrom (c) 34 [SEM]
#9 ST Jonathan Yeboah 28 [SEM]
#10 AMC Maxim Andersson 26 [SEM]
#11 AML Erik Martin 21 [SEM]
#12 GK Treon Partell 20 [SEM]
#14 DC Elias Parstrom 21 [SEM]
#15 MC Per Kjaer 25 [SEM]
#16 ST Johan Mellberg 30 [SEM]
#17 DL Andre Larsson 21 [SEM]
#19 DMC Kamal Assubonteng 18 [SEM]
#20 DR Barkley Owusu 31 [SEM]
#21 AMR Cahmarl Simpson 21 [SEM]
#22 DC Emerson Devante 19 [SEM]
#23 AMC Donte Pedersen 20 [SEM]
#26 ST Iduned Maynet 18 [GVN]
The Republic of Semarland
Capital: Jansberg - Demonym: Semar/Semarlandic - Trigramme: SEM
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Hosted: Trindl Cup I/II, Baptism of Fire 68
Champions: Meski Cup I, 5AS WC II, U18 WC I
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<Jeck> If Sem RPs as much as he transfers, next cycle we're all screwed
<Yttribia> Sem seems like the sort of guy who'd work at Tesco's and slide his mixtape in each bag

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Now for a very quick rundown of the rest of the teams in the league pyramid.

2LIGAEN
Last season was as close as ever, and the three strongest teams of last season are replaced by three equally strong new competitors for the remaining 21 teams in the division. Jansberg Laguna are the best of the relegated Premarligaen bunch, and they look most likely to achieve promotion. Aalemark Sport and KA Eastlands will be hot on their heels, but don't forget the likes of Adjurgen and Sudnordics, who narrowly missed out last time around. Sudnordics have been busy in the transfer market, with seven new faces for this campaign - including talented youngsters let go by some of the bigger clubs in the Premarligaen. At the bottom end, we're expecting the likes of ORLOSport and Aaadesbrigg Klub to struggle again, but as for the rest of the league, it'll no doubt be as close of a battle as it usually is.
Aaadesbrigg Klub
Aalemark Sport
Adjurgen
Aerlo Sport
Arkrau Klub
Batstrom 212
Brickland Klub
Colchester & Baxwell
Copenbrok Klub
FC Makslem
FC Nordsem
FC Slatslo
Jansberg Laguna (favourites)
KA Eastlands
Lindenshalle-Knutsunde
Molsbik Kadet
Monksgate Borough
ORLOSport
OS23
Rumenlo Sapruna
Simethagen
Sudnordics
Yaande
Yorligenen


LIG1
The third tier has always been a neutral's favourite - much like the 2Ligaen, it's a fiercely competitive division for a league that is stuck inbetween the gateway to the top and the trapdoor to the bottom. Smaller clubs with bigger dreams is one way of putting it, especially after seeing the likes of FC Kvist Town and Knaben Town in the Premarligaen when they've both played in this division within the last fifteen years or so. This year, Draslo IF are considered the favourites after narrowly missing out on promotion last year. FC Arkrau will no doubt be a close competitor, after they splashed the cash to recruit a new-look side that includes a couple of players who featured on the periphery of their respective Premarligaen sides - a large coup for a third tier side. Finqar Atletiik will likely struggle, especially after losing young star striker Teemu Makonnen to KA Eastlands in the 2Ligaen, whilst FC Sunde and Danurhagen will also want to mind how they go.
Aarland BK
Baton Lodge
BK Hanningborg
Blokhus FC
Caastenholm IF
Copenbrok South Side
Danurhagen
Denmark Town
Draslo IF (favourites)
East Fransborg Town
East Krsthaven United
Eskenhammer MK
FC Arkrau
FC Helm
FC Sjordsbrik
FC Sunde
Finqar Atletiik
Grove Klub
Haxstad AFK
Hjarmanden IF
Knutholm FK
Mostenstad IF
Storso FK
Tromso FK


LIG2
The fourth and lowest tier of the full-time professional leagues, Lig2 has been like a revolving door when you take into consideration the rather high number of teams that have bounced between the league and the Konferuuns Natunol. Nuholm Northgate lead the contingent of new teams ascending from non-league - unsurprisingly a former Lig2 team themselves not so long ago. Manager Matthias Cole is a popular figure at the club despite only taking over last season, and pundits are tipping them for a top-half finish with a more than capable squad that was much too strong for the Konferuuns Natunol last year. Briggate Town and Reksberg Sanerklub will be amongst those contesting for promotion, with the former set as the bookmaker's favourite for 2051/52. At the deep end, it really is a case of sink or swim for the likes of Nordluune and Snaadhaagen Klub, the latter miraculously staying above water last season despite being tipped for relegation.
AB Rutskirke
AB Sonen
Aero Club
Andersholm FC
Bondlund United
Briggate Town (favourites)
Bylderup IF
Eikland Sport
FC Aarevik
FC Anderstad
FC Jorgerstrom
FC Reglanvik
Haalo IF
Jurlundhaus
Kalugenhaven
Nordluune
Normenberg Fjords
Nuholm Northgate
Raakevik Sport
Reksberg Sanerklub
Saint Mikkel Monastery
Snaadhagen Klub
Svaedholm Klub
Yespen IF


KONFERUUNS NATUNOL
Kangemark Docklands are the bookmaker's favourite, partly due to their new ownership. The Docklands Sporting Group have invested plenty of money into not just the football club but their adjacent basketball, handball, volleyball and water polo teams, with owner Eirman Eirvik wishing to set course for the title of first "super sporting club" in Semarland. There's plenty of strong competition from the likes of AFC Eikborg and Eastbridge Town, but the pundits think that the Docklands will stay afloat and buoy themselves to the bluer waters of the Lig2.
Aakesborg IF
AFC Eikborg
Brandt-Brigg FC
Eastbridge Town
Farnhamstad FK
FC1. Sonderstad
Hallenburg FK
Kangemark Docklands (favourites)
Karlesfarne Town
Kjaer FC
Kolberg Harbour
Larsson Bay Defence
Lindt Island
Mossholm Sport
Motrenaxe BK
Motterlund Sport
Nordsunde
Stevenstad IF
Strand Rovers
Susland AK


KONFERUUNS NORD & SUD
KONFERUUNS NORD
Arken United
Hockberg Rovers (favourites)
Jonneslund IF
Knebbsrigge
Knutsen-Lind AFK
Kollenstad MK
Laansjande Arkjet
Maklenstad United
Martensbrough
Metrenheim-Barsjor
Morling United
Nordenhalle Bay
Norhagen Town
Nu Hemlo FK
Snowmount AFK
Sorstrom Club
South Solsholm Athletic
St Isaac Rovers
Sudsunde
Tornado Haeden
Yohanstad United
Yonasberg United
KONFERUUNS SUD
AC Jordensfarne
Arlo FK (favourites)
Dieterstrom Rovers
Elspen MK
FC Breistrand
FC Skretteberg
FC Sorensberg
Furulund-Mjaanes
Habangen Town
Lindesfaer Klub
Lundburgh AFK
Morlen FC
Morlo IK
Motte Rovers
NB Polding
Nu Branklo
Nuholm Green
Pedelsborg IF
Sandestrom United
Stefansburgh Monastery
Steffan Mauyen FC
Svaedsburgh
The Republic of Semarland
Capital: Jansberg - Demonym: Semar/Semarlandic - Trigramme: SEM
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Hosted: Trindl Cup I/II, Baptism of Fire 68
Champions: Meski Cup I, 5AS WC II, U18 WC I
<Nephara> RETURN OF Sem|Transfers THE PEOPLES' CHAMPION
<Jeck> If Sem RPs as much as he transfers, next cycle we're all screwed
<Yttribia> Sem seems like the sort of guy who'd work at Tesco's and slide his mixtape in each bag

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2051/52 - PART ONE


IFCF QUALIFICATION - WEEK ONE
The 16th IFCF Champions League - First Qualifying Round
FC Jansberg 1-0 Chongjibo (NIX)
Chongjibo (NIX) 3-0 FC Jansberg
The 16th IFCF Challengers Cup - First Qualifying Round
Eikborg Club 1-0 SC Jiangdong (YZH)
SC Jiangdong (YZH) 1-0 Eikborg Club (0-2 pen)
Molsbik Arkjet 1-1 Nacional (YGZ)
Nacional (YGZ) 1-0 Molsbik Arkjet (a.e.t)
Krsthaven 3-1 Nile Bridge (EFL)
Nile Bridge (EFL) 0-1 Krsthaven
The 16th IFCF Liga B Champions Trophy - Second Qualifying Round
Honeywell & Brighouse 1-3 Zikoma Knight Raiders (DKI)
Zikoma Knight Raiders (DKI) 3-1 Honeywell & Brighouse

Week one of IFCF qualification rounds kick off for the first time in years (finally - we can stop going on about that now!) and in a stroke of luck, all Semar teams entering at this stage find themselves playing the first leg at home. The majority see themselves successful in the first leg - there's wins for FC Jansberg and Eikborg Club over Chongjibo of Naixi and SC Jiangdong of Yuezhou respectively, whilst Krsthaven manage a more comprehensive win over Nile Bridge of Eastfield Lodge. Molsbik Arkjet struggle out a 1-1 draw with Nacional of Yguazú, and in the Liga B, Honeywell & Brighouse don't have much luck as they lose 3-1 to Zikoma Knight Raiders of Damukuni. The second leg, there's no luck for anyone bar Krsthaven who win 1-0 away at Nile Bridge thanks to Gennaro Christie's low drive from outside of the box, as the rest of the Semar clubs see themselves losing and therefore out of their respective competitions.

IFCF QUALIFICATION - WEEK TWO
The 16th IFCF Challengers Cup - Second Qualifying Round
Krsthaven 3-1 Pescam Campuhan (PCU)
FC Jansberg 2-0 El Nacional (SRG)
Pescam Campuhan (PCU) 0-1 Krsthaven
El Nacional (SRG) 1-1 FC Jansberg

The 16th IFCF Liga B Champions Trophy - Third Qualifying Round
BT Klub 2-2 Eyrods (CMT)
Shirley Metros Ladies FC (CBP) 0-4 Brondby
Eyrods (CMT) 1-0 BT Klub
Brondby 1-1 Shirley Metros Ladies FC (CBP)

FC Jansberg drop down into the Challengers Cup after their Champions League exit, and make an entrance in style as they defeat Sargossa's El Nacional 2-0 at the Stadion Jansberg. Kadell Stevens is still without several key players who are representing Semarland at the Olympics, but new signing Dominik Sommer scores his first goal for the club with a wonderful free kick from range. Krsthaven face no resistance from Pescam Campuhan of Pemecutan as Gennaro Christie nets for the third game in a row. In the Liga B, there's a thrilling 2-2 draw between BT Klub and Eyrods of Chromatika whilst Brondby thrash Shirley Metros Ladies FC of Baker Park at their own ground. The second leg sees a rather depleted looking Krsthaven scrape a narrow victory over a more spirited Pescam Campuhan, whilst FC Jansberg can only manage a stalemate away in Sargossa. Eyrods get the edge over BT Klub with a late winner, whilst Shirley Metros Ladies come to Brondby with much more of a fight - but not enough as Ricky Gennaro's side progress to the next round as the final Semar team in the Liga B.

IFCF QUALIFICATION - WEEK THREE
The 16th IFCF Challengers Cup - Third Qualifying Round
FC Jansberg 3-1 Pesepur Pemecutan Puri (PCU)
Krsthaven 3-2 Stein-los Turkish (PAS)
Pesepur Pemecutan Puri (PCU) 0-1 FC Jansberg
Stein-los Turkish (PAS) 1-1 Krsthaven
The 16th IFCF Liga B Champions Trophy - Playoff Round
Alikki-Corra (VIL) 2-1 Brondby
Brondby 0-1 Alikki-Corra (VIL)

Week three sees the third round of qualification for the Challengers Cup, and there's wins for both FC Jansberg and Krsthaven. FC Jansberg become the second Semar club to face opposition from Pemecutan, and they complete a 3-1 victory over Pesepur Pemecutan Puri - perhaps a bit of a tongue twister! A double from Chris Simmonds is enough to put them in good stead for the second leg, which is a relief as they have the Community Shield in between both matches! With no spoilers on the result of that match in this section, all we'll say it was a good job they got the hard work done in the first leg given the Community Shield ended up going to extra time. Krsthaven meanwhile face a tough challenge in Stein-los Turkish of Pasarga, but manage to just come out victorious thanks to Jahmari Hexham-Courant's winner. FC Jansberg edge out PPP in the second leg with a fairly rotated squad that includes a full debut for young centre-back Marlon Bokadi-Brown, whilst Krsthaven can only draw away at Stein-los Turkish - enough for them to progress to the next round, however. Not much luck for Brondby in the Liga B as they lose both legs to Alikki-Corra of Vilita, thus ending Semarland's participation in the Liga B for the rest of the season.

SFA COMMUNITY SHIELD
FC Jansberg 2-2 Molsbik Arkjet (2-2 AET) (4-2 pen.)
A nail-biting game between the Premarligaen and SFA Cup champions of last season sees extra-time and penalty shootout drama at the Natunolstadion. Rolando Gronkjaer gave Molsbik Arkjet the lead 14 minutes in with a bullet header from Aiguo Mao's floated cross, but FC Jansberg's new signing Dominik Sommer continued his strong form with an absolute thunderbolt of an equaliser that left Casper Winter rooted to the spot. Sommer doubled his tally just before the hour mark, arriving late in the box to fire home on the rebound from Mohammed Yao's parried strike, but Arkjet managed to find an equaliser in the final minutes of normal time, with Razak Nartey twisting and turning his way through the Jansberg defence to audaciously chip over the advancing Richard Lovenkrands - who has filled in quite well for Russell Boakye-Yiadom, away on Olympic duty. It has to be said both teams were without several players who were at the Olympics, but both teams gave a good account of themselves regardless. Extra time was a cagey affair as legs began to tire, with Yao coming close to winning it for Jansberg, as did Celso Madrigal for Arkjet. But in the end, penalties were the decider - Yao, Mohamed Sarr, Sommer and Chris Simmonds all scored for Jansberg, whilst Rameses Kristoffersen and Nartey did the same for Arkjet. However, Axel Asquilla and Gronkjaer both saw their attempts saved by Lovenkrands, allowing Kadell Stevens' side to lift the Community Shield this year.
FC Jansberg: Lovenkrands; Rasmussen, Bonstrom, Newbridge (Matthias 60), Ritchie; Eccleson (Barnes 87), Sarr; Hamilton (Yao 55), Sommer, Simmonds; Sorensen.
Molsbik Arkjet: Winter; Yardim, Congo, Kristensen, Kvistergaard (Omotola 70); Kristoffersen, Madrigal (Ramirez 112); Nartey, Asquilla, Mao (Kilioglu 77); Gronkjaer.


IFCF QUALIFICATION
The 16th IFCF Challengers Cup - Fourth Qualifying Round
FC Jansberg 1-2 Mar Sara FC (VAL)
Krsthaven 1-0 Cove Petrol FC (CPC)
The 64th Cup Winners' Cup - Preliminary Round
Molsbik Arkjet 1-1 Prinsen af Rosen AC (CPC)

The first legs of the fourth qualifying round for the Challengers Cup see FC Jansberg lose out to Valanora's Mar Sara FC, whilst Krsthaven narrowly defeat Cove Petrol FC of Capital Cove thanks to a low second half strike from midfielder Johan Chevron, his first of the campaign. Meanwhile, the Cup Winners' Cup opens up for the season as Molsbik Arkjet host another Capital Cove-based side in Prinsen af Rosen AC. A cagy affair as Axel Asquilla is sent off for the hosts after being shown a second yellow card, dubbed dubious by Arkjet fans - that allowed for the run of play to see them cancel out Bismark Boateng's opener. And with that, despite the second legs to be played, that's the last bit of "pre-season" football we will see, with the 2051/52 Premarligaen ready to kick off in the coming days.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 1
FC Jansberg 4–1 FC Matovallanen
Sporting Matrolvik 1–0 Brondby
Knaben Town 0–1 FC York
FC Kvist Town 2–5 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Aestahaade 1–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Kolberg 1–5 Eikborg Club
Sorensen Park Rangers 2–2 FC Nuholm
BT Klub 0–0 Krsthaven
Sporting Solsholm 2–1 Honeywell & Brighouse
Molsbik Arkjet 3–4 Kangemark Sport

And the 2051/52 Premarligaen opens with excitement! The early kickoff sees champions FC Jansberg host FC Matovallanen, who are no match for them whatsoever. Dominik Sommer, Loick Sorensen, D'Jean Hamilton and Isaac Kjaer all find themselves on the scoresheet as Kadell Stevens' begins his title defence with a very convincing win indeed. Elsewhere, newly promoted BT Klub hold last season's runners up Krsthaven to a 0-0 draw, much to Krsthaven manager Marcel Labonne's chagrin. The East Coast derby between FC Kolberg and Eikborg Club is the pick of the day for the TV companies, and for the neutrals it certainly didn't disappoint as Eikborg Club ran out 5-1 winners. Elation for Eikborg fans, and for FC Kolberg supporters, perhaps a depressing sign of what's to come this season? The highlight of the matchday is surely the matchup between Molsbik Arkjet and Kangemark Sport however, a truly end-to-end affair that sees the visitors take the points thanks to centre-back Marco Cole's late header.

IFCF QUALIFICATION
The 16th IFCF Challengers Cup - Fourth Qualifying Round
Mar Sara FC (VAL) 2-1 FC Jansberg
Cove Petrol FC (CPC) 0-1 Krsthaven
The 64th Cup Winners' Cup - Preliminary Round
Prinsen af Rosen AC (CPC) 1-1 Molsbik Arkjet (2-1 pen.)

The fourth qualifying round comes to a close, and it's goodbye unfortunately for FC Jansberg as they lose out 2-1 again to Mar Sara FC. D'Jean Hamilton could have had a hat-trick, but plaudits must go to Mar Sara's goalkeeper who was on top form on the day. Krsthaven make it to the playoffs as Gennaro Christie seals their place in the next round, whilst Molsbik Arkjet are eliminated from the Cup Winners' Cup at the very first round after losing out on penalties to Prinsen af Rosen AC. Manager Kwame Cole won't be too bothered as it gives him chance to focus on the league, but deep down he would have loved the chance to complete multiversally after the side's also swift exit from the Challengers Cup.

SFA CUP
PRELIMINARY ROUND
Metrenheim-Barsjor 1–0 Snowmount AFK
Furulund-Mjaanes 1–0 Kollenstad MK
Tornado Haeden 2–1 Sorstrom Club
Hockberg Rovers 0–1 Morlo IK
Nu Branklo 3–0 Elspen MK
Jonneslund IF 1–2 FC1. Sonderstad
Nordsunde 2–1 Farnhamstad FK
Brandt-Brigg FC 0–4 South Solsholm Athletic
Motte Rovers 2–0 Pedelsborg IF
Yonasberg United 3–1 FC Breistrand
Sudsunde 0–0 Laansjande Arkjet (0–1 AET)
NB Polding 3–2 Arlo FK
St Isaac Rovers 0–0 Martensbrough (1–1 AET) (2–3 pen.)
Maklenstad United 1–2 Nu Hemlo FK
Steffan Mauyen FC 0–0 Arken United (0–0 AET) (4–1 pen.)
Lundburgh AFK 0–1 Susland AK
FC Sorensberg 3–0 Lindt Island
Sandestrom United 2–1 Mossholm Sport
Svaedsburgh 2–1 Yohanstad United
Norhagen Town 1–0 FC Skretteberg
Morlen FC 1–1 Dieterstrom Rovers (1–1 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Motrenaxe BK 1–1 Kjaer FC (2–1 AET)
Aakesborg IF 0–1 Strand Rovers
Knebbsrigge 2–0 Stefansburgh Monastery
Morling United 1–1 Lindesfaer Klub (1–2 AET)
Habangen Town 1–1 Larsson Bay Defence (1–3 AET)
Nuholm Green 0–0 AC Jordensfarne (0–0 AET) (4–2 pen.)
Knutsen-Lind AFK 1–0 Nordenhalle Bay

The preliminary round of the SFA Cup sees 56 teams enter - 44 Konferuuns Nord & Sud teams, plus 12 Konferuuns Natunol teams. These are composed of last season's promoted regional Konferuuns teams (4), and 8 teams who finished from 9th to 16th in the Konferuuns Natunol last season. As a result, not many real surprises. Notably, several games progress to extra time with the majority of these subsequently featuring penalty shootouts - always fun to watch. The biggest shock of the matchday was perhaps South Solsholm Athletic's 4-0 away win over Brandt-Brigg FC, considered one of the stronger teams in the hat at this early stage.

METRO CUP
ROUND 1
FC Makslem 1–2 Finqar Atletiik
Copenbrok Klub 0–0 Sudnordics (0–0 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Knutholm FK 2–0 AB Sonen
Mostenstad IF 1–0 Andersholm FC
Svaedholm Klub 0–2 FC Arkrau
Simethagen 1–0 Lindenshalle-Knutsunde
Storso FK 2–0 Eskenhammer MK
KA Eastlands 0–0 Draslo IF (1–1 AET) (3–0 pen.)
Tromso FK 1–3 Nordluune
Yaande 1–1 Grove Klub (2–1 AET)
Haalo IF 0–1 Bondlund United
Haxstad AFK 1–3 Snaadhagen Klub
Yorligenen 2–1 OS23
Aarland BK 0–1 Molsbik Kadet
Jurlundhaus 1–2 FC Helm
Reksberg Sanerklub 0–3 Jansberg Laguna
FC Slatslo 1–0 Blokhus FC
Aaadesbrigg Klub 1–1 Eikland Sport (1–1 AET) (2–4 pen.)
Briggate Town 1–0 Aerlo Sport
Nuholm Northgate 1–0 Copenbrok South Side
Normenberg Fjords 2–2 East Krsthaven United (3–2 AET)
BK Hanningborg 2–0 Colchester & Baxwell
FC Nordsem 4–2 Bylderup IF
Denmark Town 0–2 Kalugenhaven
Hjarmanden IF 1–2 Monksgate Borough
Batstrom 212 0–2 Brickland Klub
Arkrau Klub 2–0 ORLOSport
FC Sjordsbrik 0–2 Aalemark Sport
Aero Club 2–5 Raakevik Sport
Saint Mikkel Monastery 1–2 Danurhagen
FC Anderstad 0–1 Yespen IF
FC Jorgerstrom 0–0 Adjurgen (0–0 AET) (8–7 pen.)
Rumenlo Sapruna 1–0 AB Rutskirke
East Fransborg Town 2–3 Caastenholm IF
Baton Lodge 1–0 FC Aarevik
FC Reglanvik 0–1 FC Sunde

With the non-league teams in action the previous day, the Metro Cup (open to the top four divisions only) sees all 72 teams from the 2Ligaen, Lig1 & Lig2 enter the first round. Again, the majority of results shouldn't be much of a shock, aside from Lig2's Briggate Town eliminating Aerlo Sport of the 2Ligaen, or FC Jorgerstrom and Adjurgen seeing themselves in a rather prolonged penalty shootout that ended in the hosts edging it out, another Lig2 side eliminating a 2Ligaen opponent.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 2
FC Matovallanen 4–0 Kangemark Sport
Honeywell & Brighouse 3–6 Molsbik Arkjet
Krsthaven 0–3 Sporting Solsholm
FC Nuholm 3–2 BT Klub
Eikborg Club 2–2 Sorensen Park Rangers
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 4–1 FC Kolberg
Fransborg set Njilkaer 2–1 Aestahaade
FC York 1–5 FC Kvist Town
Brondby 1–0 Knaben Town
FC Jansberg 5–0 Sporting Matrolvik

A matchday full of goals is quite a common factor in the Premarligaen, and whilst we're only on the second matchday, the sheer amount of goals scored early on almost always sets the precedent for whats to come this season. FC Matovallanen are rejuvenating following their thrashing by FC Jansberg last week, and take it out on Kangemark Sport thanks to goals from D'Antony Malik, Tyrique Palmtree, Simon Sinyangwe and Emar Ecclesfield. FC Jansberg continue their strong start by dispatching Sporting Matrolvik 5-0, whilst the thriller of the day is between newly promoted Honeywell & Brighouse and Molsbik Arkjet. The visitors eventually triumph 6-3, but the hosts gave them a run for their money at times, with the pick of the goals coming from Giourdano Wallford's free-kick from an acute angle, with not even Casper Winter able to get a palm to the unstoppable bending shot.

IFCF QUALIFICATION
The 16th IFCF Challengers Cup - Playoff Round
Krsthaven 1-5 Herzegovina City FC (BNJ)

Back to the last round of IFCF qualification, and it's not looking good at all for Krsthaven. A visit to the Stadion Metner by Banijan side Herzegovina City FC was much anticipated by fans, with arguably their most renowned opponents yet in the competition bar Stein-los Turkish. However, the visitors crushed them 5-1, with a very poor performances from the hosts that surely doesn't bode too well for the season ahead.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 3
Sporting Matrolvik 1–0 FC Matovallanen
Knaben Town 0–2 FC Jansberg
FC Kvist Town 1–0 Brondby
Aestahaade 0–1 FC York
FC Kolberg 2–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
BT Klub 2–2 Eikborg Club
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 FC Nuholm
Molsbik Arkjet 1–1 Krsthaven
Kangemark Sport 3–0 Honeywell & Brighouse

FC Jansberg continue their 100% win record in the league this season with a comfortable win over Knaben Town, who share a 100% loss record alongside Honeywell & Brighouse, who see themselves defeated by an energetic Kangemark Sport side. Another East Coast derby for FC Kolberg, and whilst Fransborg set Njilkaer aren't as much of a rival as Eikborg Club, they would have hoped to get the three points over them either way. However, it wasn't to be as it ended up in a stalemate, with all goals occurring in the first half bar Michael Osei's equaliser for the hosts minutes after the restart. BT Klub hold Eikborg Club to a draw, and Rene Brown will be pleased with his side's start to the season, given the opposition they've faced. The visitors saw Bayron Purcell sent off for a second yellow card 15 minutes in, who saw himself booked a second twice for celebrating his 14th minute strike by removing his shirt in a lapse of concentration.

METRO CUP
ROUND 2
Brickland Klub 0–2 FC Slatslo
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 3–3 Jansberg Laguna (5–3 AET)
Rumenlo Sapruna 0–2 Yaande
Copenbrok Klub 0–0 Baton Lodge (0–0 AET) (3–4 pen.)
Arkrau Klub 1–1 Molsbik Kadet (1–1 AET) (5–4 pen.)
Aestahaade 1–2 FC Kvist Town
Briggate Town 2–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Brondby 0–1 BT Klub
FC York 1–0 FC Kolberg
FC Helm 0–2 Mostenstad IF
FC Arkrau 0–1 Yorligenen
Eikland Sport 2–1 Normenberg Fjords
Storso FK 2–3 FC Sunde
Danurhagen 1–1 KA Eastlands (2–1 AET)
Monksgate Borough 0–0 Aalemark Sport (0–0 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Nordluune 1–0 Snaadhagen Klub
FC Matovallanen 0–1 Bondlund United
FC Nordsem 2–2 Yespen IF (3–3 AET) (10–9 pen.)
Simethagen 2–0 Nuholm Northgate
Caastenholm IF 2–1 Knutholm FK
FC Jorgerstrom 2–1 Sporting Matrolvik
BK Hanningborg 0–0 Raakevik Sport (0–0 AET) (0–2 pen.)
Finqar Atletiik 0–1 Kalugenhaven
Knaben Town 0–1 Honeywell & Brighouse

Several Premarligaen sides enter the Metro Cup at the second stage, with a handful of those crashing out already. The biggest shock sees Lig2 side FC Jorgerstrom continue their giant-killing streak by eliminating Sporting Matrolvik, thanks to a late goal from Simon Carstairs. Sorensen Park Rangers are also eliminated by a Lig2 side, with Briggate Town also continuing their giant-killing streak thanks to a double from youngster Corsair Kinsombe. FC Matovallanen are also edged out by Lig2 opposition in Bondlund United, despite Marc-Diego Praline having the ball in the net that was later found to be incorrectly judged as offside.

IFCF QUALIFICATION
The 16th IFCF Challengers Cup - Playoff Round
Herzegovina City FC (BNJ) 2-1 Krsthaven

Not as much as a humbling for Krsthaven in the second leg although they still fall to another defeat at the hands of Herzegovina City. Jamal Barker's late volley was the only highlight of a lacklustre team effort who weren't up for much of a fight despite last week's 5-1 hammering.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 4
FC Matovallanen 4–0 Honeywell & Brighouse
Krsthaven 4–3 Kangemark Sport
FC Nuholm 0–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Eikborg Club 3–2 Sporting Solsholm
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–1 BT Klub
Fransborg set Njilkaer 3–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC York 3–3 FC Kolberg
Brondby 3–0 Aestahaade
FC Jansberg 1–5 FC Kvist Town
Sporting Matrolvik 2–2 Knaben Town

FC Jansberg's unbeaten streak comes to a swift end at the hands of a rampant FC Kvist Town, who seem supercharged by their visit to the capital. Doubles from Marcel Fearon and Tre Carlyon plus a header from captain Carlton Jokelainen sees former FC Jansberg legend Marc Strand's side come away from the Stadion Jansberg with three points, further strengthening the calls for Strand to replace Kadell Stevens at his former club when Stevens moves on. Brondby pick up their second win of the campaign to see them start the strongest out of the newly promoted sides, with Pascal Geneva's well-taken solo strike the pick of the goals. FC York and FC Kolberg play out a thrilling 3-3 draw with the latter hanging dangerously above the relegation zone, whilst Molsbik Arkjet have no trouble dispatching fellow IFCF rivals FC Nuholm thanks to goals from Razak Nartey and a brace from Rolando Gronkjaer.

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Group Stage MD1
FC Jansberg 3-0 Tannenberg FC (VLD)

FC Jansberg begin their IFCF Associations Trophy campaign with a bright start. Valladares based Tannenberg FC were their first opponent in the tournament, predominantly aimed at league champions who did not qualify for the group stages of the Champions League. Goals apeice from attacking trio Loick Sorensen, D'Jean Hamilton and Chris Simmonds were enough to seal the three points for their first match, and put them in buoyant mood for the remainder of the tournament.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 5
Knaben Town 1–2 FC Matovallanen
FC Kvist Town 1–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Aestahaade 2–5 FC Jansberg
FC Kolberg 1–2 Brondby
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–1 FC York
BT Klub 1–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Sporting Solsholm 2–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Molsbik Arkjet 1–0 Eikborg Club
Kangemark Sport 1–3 FC Nuholm
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–2 Krsthaven

Five games in, and there's early signs of the table starting to take some sort of form. FC Jansberg are top with four wins out of five, closely followed by Fransborg set Njilkaer who are just a mere point behind after drawing with BT Klub. Jakob Lunds' side will hope they won't run out of steam like last season - despite their strong start, they ended up finishing in a still very respectable 6th place, though Lunds will hope and aim for IFCF qualification this year. Sorensen Park Rangers and FC Kolberg are lurking around the relegation zone, but their starts have been marginally better than the likes of Knaben Town, Aestahaade and Honeywell & Brighouse - the latter yet to pick up a single point in the opening five games. Still plenty to play for, and it's by no means an indication of how the season will pan out, as we've seen before...

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Group Stage MD2
Taqwaa CA (TMZ) 2-0 FC Jansberg

A heavily rotated FC Jansberg side, primarily due to the ongoing World Cup qualifiers, fall to defeat against Al-Tamazgha's Taqwaa CA. Not much more to be said, bar the encouraging performances of youngsters Marlon Bokadi-Brown, Tyquan Barnes and Serge Sonko, who all entered the fray as substitutes and were arguably the most outstanding players despite the result.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 6
FC Matovallanen 1–1 Krsthaven
FC Nuholm 1–0 Honeywell & Brighouse
Eikborg Club 5–0 Kangemark Sport
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 Sporting Solsholm
FC York 1–1 BT Klub
Brondby 1–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Jansberg 4–1 FC Kolberg
Sporting Matrolvik 1–1 Aestahaade
Knaben Town 1–2 FC Kvist Town

FC Jansberg are looking borderline unstoppable so far this season, as they brush aside FC Kolberg with a resounding 4-1 victory. The bulk of the goals came from substitutes Mohammed Yao and Isaac Kjaer (twice) - players who would easily start for the majority of their opponents but face strong competition for a place in the Jansberg starting XI. Despite that, they certainly gave a good account of themselves in the place of national team duo D'Jean Hamilton and Loick Sorensen respectively, who already have eight goals between them in the league so far. Rene Brown's BT Klub have drawn all but one game so far this season, a rather interesting record of results, and despite their attacking strengths, they will hope to find the cutting edge that will allow them to pick up their first three points this campaign before long.

METRO CUP
ROUND 3
Bondlund United 1–3 Nordluune
Simethagen 0–1 Krsthaven
BT Klub 3–1 Raakevik Sport
Monksgate Borough 0–0 Arkrau Klub (1–0 AET)
Danurhagen 0–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Kangemark Sport 0–0 Mostenstad IF (1–0 AET)
Caastenholm IF 0–3 Eikborg Club
Eikland Sport 0–2 FC York
FC Sunde 1–2 FC Nuholm
FC Jansberg 4–0 FC Nordsem
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 Briggate Town
FC Kvist Town 1–0 Yaande
FC Slatslo 3–3 Yorligenen (3–3 AET) (3–1 pen.)
Kalugenhaven 0–5 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Baton Lodge 2–0 FC Jorgerstrom
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer

The remaining Premarligaen sides enter the third round of the midweek Metro Cup - but like some of their predecessors in the round before, they exit first time. Briggate Town continue their giant-killing streak by eliminating Sporting Solsholm, but FC Jorgerstrom fall at the hands of Lig1 side Baton Lodge, who progress thanks to goals from former Sorensen Park Rangers youngsters Jordan Mabele and Jonas Parsberg. Krsthaven are involved in a nervy affair with 2Ligaen side Simethagen, but Levon Simmonds' 39th minute strike is enough to see themselves through to the round of 16.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 7
FC Kvist Town 1–1 FC Matovallanen
Aestahaade 0–0 Knaben Town
FC Kolberg 1–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Sorensen Park Rangers 3–4 FC Jansberg
BT Klub 1–1 Brondby
Sporting Solsholm 1–1 FC York
Molsbik Arkjet 4–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Kangemark Sport 1–2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–2 Eikborg Club
Krsthaven 2–1 FC Nuholm

The first Jansberg derby of the year sees the defending champions squeeze a narrow victory over their hosts Sorensen Park Rangers. A late strike from young substitute Roshane Redbridge was enough to seal the three points, as SPR put up a good fight without having their two key players available. Isaiah and Montell Simms are both on loan from their rivals, and with SFA rules stipulating loan players may not play against their parent clubs, their replacements put in a good shift that will surely give Mads Olsen a selection headache going forward. Elsewhere, Fransborg set Njilkaer slip down the table after a 4-1 battering from Molsbik Arkjet, who seem to be the most direct threat to FC Jansberg's title chances this season. Their attacking unit put in yet another relentless display, with Axel Asquilla's chip the highlight of the goals.

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Group Stage MD3
FC Jansberg 1-1 Cassaholm Confidential (SV)

Stevencousin's Cassaholm Confidential were FC Jansberg's next opponent, and had enough about them to hold Kadell Stevens' side to a draw. Isaac Kjaer scored the opener after neatly turning home from Dujon Mundle's low cut-back cross, but a defensive error from Sander Matthias midway through the second half allowed the visitors to equalise and share the points.

SFA TROPHY
ROUND OF 64
FC1. Sonderstad 2–1 NB Polding
Lindt Island 0–3 Kolberg Harbour
Sudsunde 2–0 Karlesfarne Town
Nu Branklo 0–1 Steffan Mauyen FC
Pedelsborg IF 0–1 Nordsunde
AC Jordensfarne 0–2 Stevenstad IF
Kjaer FC 0–2 FC Skretteberg
Yohanstad United 2–2 Snowmount AFK (3–2 AET)
Tornado Haeden 0–4 Stefansburgh Monastery
Nu Hemlo FK 0–1 Susland AK
Hockberg Rovers 0–2 Motte Rovers
Habangen Town 1–0 Norhagen Town
Eastbridge Town 2–1 Nordenhalle Bay
Metrenheim-Barsjor 0–1 Laansjande Arkjet
Arken United 1–3 Martensbrough
Morling United 0–0 Brandt-Brigg FC (0–1 AET)
Lindesfaer Klub 3–1 Motrenaxe BK
Hallenburg FK 2–0 South Solsholm Athletic
Farnhamstad FK 0–1 Jonneslund IF
Sorstrom Club 0–2 Strand Rovers
Yonasberg United 1–1 FC Breistrand (1–1 AET) (4–5 pen.)
Knebbsrigge 2–0 Larsson Bay Defence
FC Sorensberg 1–2 Morlen FC
Morlo IK 3–0 Dieterstrom Rovers
Kangemark Docklands 3–1 Furulund-Mjaanes
Aakesborg IF 4–4 Mossholm Sport (4–4 AET) (5–3 pen.)
Kollenstad MK 2–4 Knutsen-Lind AFK
Motterlund Sport 2–1 Svaedsburgh
Arlo FK 0–1 Sandestrom United
Nuholm Green 1–2 Lundburgh AFK
Elspen MK 1–0 AFC Eikborg
Maklenstad United 2–2 St Isaac Rovers (2–3 AET)

First round of the straight knockout competition for the conference sides, as all 64 teams enter.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 8
FC Matovallanen 2–0 FC Nuholm
Eikborg Club 1–3 Krsthaven
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–1 Honeywell & Brighouse
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–4 Kangemark Sport
FC York 1–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Brondby 2–1 Sporting Solsholm
FC Jansberg 4–1 BT Klub
Sporting Matrolvik 2–2 Sorensen Park Rangers
Knaben Town 2–4 FC Kolberg
FC Kvist Town 0–0 Aestahaade

BT Klub end their drawing streak as they face formidable opposition as they visit FC Jansberg, but Mackareo Montreal got the chance to net against his former club in a small consolation. Brondby manage a win over Sporting Solsholm as they sit comfortably in the top 10, whilst Honeywell & Brighouse finally pick up their first win of the campaign over Sporting Saint Adrensburg, thanks to a trademark free-kick from right-back Revell Gatley. Molsbik Arkjet continue advancing on FC Jansberg, closing the gap even further as they defeat FC York 3-1, with Rolando Gronkjaer netting his sixth league goal of the season as he provides strong competition to Bismark Boateng - a selection dilemma Kwame Cole will certainly enjoy and be grateful for.

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Group Stage MD4
Cassaholm Confidential (SVI) 0-0 FC Jansberg

An away trip to Stevencousin's Cassaholm Confidential kicked off the second part of the group stage, and for most fans, the trip to Stevencousin itself was the most memorable part of the whole experience. A rather boring 0-0 draw was played out, with Jansberg again missing the likes of Loick Sorensen and D'Jean Hamilton due to international duty.

SFA CUP
ROUND 1
Sudnordics 1–0 Blokhus FC
KA Eastlands 0–1 East Fransborg Town
Molsbik Arkjet 1–0 Storso FK
Baton Lodge 0–0 Sandestrom United (0–1 AET)
Haxstad AFK 0–0 Andersholm FC (0–0 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Brickland Klub 2–1 Laansjande Arkjet
Stevenstad IF 0–2 Strand Rovers
Jansberg Laguna 2–2 Saint Mikkel Monastery (3–2 AET)
AFC Eikborg 3–0 Furulund-Mjaanes
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Svaedholm Klub
Danurhagen 0–0 FC Slatslo (1–0 AET)
Svaedsburgh 0–3 Kangemark Docklands
FC Nuholm 4–4 FC Makslem (5–4 AET)
Eskenhammer MK 0–1 Yorligenen
FC Arkrau 0–0 Martensbrough (1–0 AET)
Simethagen 0–1 FC Sorensberg
Adjurgen 1–0 ORLOSport
Motterlund Sport 0–2 Larsson Bay Defence
Aero Club 0–2 Yespen IF
Colchester & Baxwell 1–2 Knutholm FK
Knebbsrigge 1–3 Snaadhagen Klub
Copenbrok South Side 2–0 Yonasberg United
FC Sunde 0–0 Aaadesbrigg Klub (0–1 AET)
BK Hanningborg 2–2 Sorensen Park Rangers (3–2 AET)
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–0 Eikborg Club (0–0 AET) (3–4 pen.)
Reksberg Sanerklub 1–2 Finqar Atletiik
Bylderup IF 2–0 FC Aarevik
Sporting Matrolvik 0–1 BT Klub
Susland AK 0–1 Yaande
FC Anderstad 1–1 Grove Klub (2–1 AET)
Motte Rovers 2–1 Bondlund United
Hjarmanden IF 0–1 Haalo IF
Metrenheim-Barsjor 1–0 FC1. Sonderstad
Raakevik Sport 1–0 Eikland Sport
Lindesfaer Klub 1–3 FC Helm
Aerlo Sport 1–0 Aalemark Sport
South Solsholm Athletic 2–0 Arkrau Klub
Jurlundhaus 2–2 Normenberg Fjords (2–2 AET) (4–5 pen.)
Nordsunde 1–1 Morlo IK (2–1 AET)
FC Reglanvik 0–1 Karlesfarne Town
Molsbik Kadet 4–1 Draslo IF
Tromso FK 1–0 Eastbridge Town
Motrenaxe BK 0–1 East Krsthaven United
Monksgate Borough 1–0 Batstrom 212
NB Polding 1–2 Mostenstad IF
Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 2–0 Copenbrok Klub
OS23 5–0 Morlen FC
Aestahaade 0–0 Steffan Mauyen FC (1–1 AET) (3–5 pen.)
Denmark Town 0–1 Nu Branklo
Aarland BK 3–4 Kalugenhaven
Hallenburg FK 0–0 Nuholm Northgate (0–0 AET) (3–1 pen.)
AB Sonen 4–1 Tornado Haeden
Honeywell & Brighouse 2–1 Knutsen-Lind AFK
FC Kvist Town 1–0 Norhagen Town
Nordluune 0–1 FC Jorgerstrom
Briggate Town 1–2 FC Matovallanen
AB Rutskirke 1–1 FC Kolberg (1–1 AET) (3–2 pen.)
Kangemark Sport 0–0 Nu Hemlo FK (1–0 AET)
Knaben Town 4–1 Caastenholm IF
Nuholm Green 0–5 Krsthaven
FC Nordsem 2–2 Sporting Solsholm (3–3 AET) (3–2 pen.)
FC Sjordsbrik 0–0 Brondby (0–1 AET)
Kolberg Harbour 0–1 FC York
Rumenlo Sapruna 0–2 FC Jansberg

Round 1 of the SFA Cup as the winners from the preliminary round progress and the rest of the teams in the professional league pyramid are entered into the hat. An interesting piece of trivia - FC Nuholm's 5-4 home win over FC Makslem was the reverse of their matchup last season in the Metro Cup third round - they lost 5-4 away at FC Makslem that day! Sporting Solsholm exit in the first round of a cup competition for the second time this season as they're defeated on penalties by FC Nordsem, whilst there's comfortable wins for Premarligaen sides Krsthaven and Knaben Town. More giant killings already, as FC Kolberg fall victim to AB Rutskirke and Sorensen Park Rangers lose out to BK Hanningborg, but the biggest is perhaps Aestahaade being eliminated by Konferuuns Sud side Steffan Mauyen FC, albeit on penalties.

METRO CUP
ROUND OF 16
FC Jansberg 1-0 Kangemark Sport
Nordluune 2-0 Baton Lodge
FC York 0-2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Briggate Town 0-0 Molsbik Arkjet (0-0 AET) (3-4 pen.)
FC Slatslo 1-2 Monksgate Borough
Krsthaven 4-2 BT Klub
FC Nuholm 0-0 Fransborg set Njilkaer (0-0 AET) (3-4 pen.)
Eikborg Club 1-1 FC Kvist Town (2-1 AET)

Round of 16 already in the Metro Cup, and giant-killers Briggate Town manage to take Molsbik Arkjet all the way to penalties, but come up short thanks to a remarkable save from young Arkjet goalkeeper Jamil King. There's also a penalty shootout between Premarligaen pair FC Nuholm and Fransborg set Njilkaer, with the latter edging them out after Maxwell Jorgensen hit the crossbar. Nordluune and Monksgate Borough are the only non-Premarligaen sides to progress as they found themselves drawn against other teams of similar calibre, but neutrals will hope they can keep the torch burning for the non-elite in the remainder of the competition.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 9
Aestahaade 2–4 FC Matovallanen
FC Kolberg 4–1 FC Kvist Town
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–1 Knaben Town
BT Klub 0–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Sporting Solsholm 1–3 FC Jansberg
Molsbik Arkjet 2–0 Brondby
Kangemark Sport 4–1 FC York
Honeywell & Brighouse 1–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Krsthaven 2–2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Nuholm 0–1 Eikborg Club

FC Kolberg are re-energised following their humbling by AB Rutskirke in the SFA Cup last week, and take it out on FC Kvist Town as a result, with goals from Kyneil Rowe, Asaiah Chandler, Solomon Andreasson and JD Auxerre giving their fans something significant to smile about, something they've not often had the chance to indulge in this season. Morale is low for the likes of Aestahaade and Sorensen Park Rangers however, as the misery continues for their fans as they lose out to FC Matovallanen and Knaben Town respectively, though fans can find some solace in the fact that they're losing out to much stronger opposition now. FC Nuholm, missing several players due to injury, lose out to Eikborg Club, with Johan Larsen's 15th minute header enough to seperate the two teams in the race for IFCF football - though given FC Nuholm's start to the season, that is looking very far away given they languish in mid-table.

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Group Stage MD5
Tannenberg FC (VLD) 1-2 FC Jansberg

An away trip to Valladares was just as exciting for FC Jansberg fans as the trip to Stevencousin, but this time they came away pleased with the football side of things as well. Tyquan Barnes' early opener was the pick of the goals, with the young attacking midfielder displaying impressive technique to flick it past the Tannenberg goalkeeper from a tight angle, and Serge Sonko got his maiden goal of the competition, with the young striker powerfully heading home from Barnes' cross after being brought on just after the hour mark.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 10
FC Matovallanen 2–0 Eikborg Club
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–0 FC Nuholm
Fransborg set Njilkaer 3–8 Krsthaven
FC York 1–2 Honeywell & Brighouse
Brondby 2–2 Kangemark Sport
FC Jansberg 3–1 Molsbik Arkjet
Sporting Matrolvik 1–2 Sporting Solsholm
Knaben Town 1–2 BT Klub
FC Kvist Town 0–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Aestahaade 1–0 FC Kolberg

Ten matchdays in already, and we're starting to see perhaps what could be a rough idea of how the season will go on for some teams. The biggest surprises are perhaps FC Matovallanen and Brondby are in the top six - the former in the top three! Esway Ansah proves his team can do it against the big guns as they comfortably see off Eikborg Club 2-0 thanks to goals from Patrick Mbidi and D'Antony Malik, whilst Ricky Gennaro is working wonders at Brondby, despite being only a mere point ahead of FC Kvist Town and Sporting Solsholm. As mentioned last week, it's been a very poor start for FC Nuholm who currently sit in 12th place, way below expectations - the same for Kangemark Sport who are just a place ahead, but not as poor for the likes of Aestahaade, Honeywell & Brighouse, Sorensen Park Rangers and Knaben Town, who look set to be the main stars of this season's relegation battle.

Premarligaen                  Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jansberg 10 9 0 1 35 15 +20 27
2 Molsbik Arkjet 10 7 1 2 27 13 +14 22
3 FC Matovallanen 10 6 2 2 21 10 +11 20
4 Krsthaven 10 5 4 1 23 15 +8 19
5 Eikborg Club 10 5 2 3 21 13 +8 17
6 Brondby 10 5 2 3 12 9 +3 17
7 FC Kvist Town 10 4 4 2 18 14 +4 16
8 Sporting Solsholm 10 5 1 4 15 12 +3 16
9 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 10 4 3 3 12 12 0 15
10 Fransborg set Njilkaer 10 4 2 4 19 25 −6 14
11 Kangemark Sport 10 4 1 5 22 24 −2 13
12 FC Nuholm 10 4 1 5 11 14 −3 13
13 Sporting Matrolvik 10 2 5 3 9 14 −5 11
14 FC Kolberg 10 3 2 5 18 24 −6 11
15 BT Klub 10 1 7 2 11 14 −3 10
16 FC York 10 2 4 4 12 20 −8 10
17 Aestahaade 10 1 4 5 8 17 −9 7
18 Honeywell & Brighouse 10 2 0 8 8 23 −15 6
19 Sorensen Park Rangers 10 0 5 5 11 17 −6 5
20 Knaben Town 10 1 2 7 8 16 −8 5
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2051/52 - PART TWO


SFA TROPHY
ROUND 2
Eastbridge Town 0–1 Kolberg Harbour
Susland AK 0–1 Kangemark Docklands
FC1. Sonderstad 0–1 Motterlund Sport
Aakesborg IF 1–2 St Isaac Rovers
Lundburgh AFK 2–1 Brandt-Brigg FC
Jonneslund IF 1–1 Sandestrom United (2–1 AET)
Martensbrough 2–0 Laansjande Arkjet
Morlo IK 0–2 Lindesfaer Klub
Knutsen-Lind AFK 1–0 Steffan Mauyen FC
FC Breistrand 2–2 Hallenburg FK (3–2 AET)
Stefansburgh Monastery 1–1 Strand Rovers (1–1 AET) (0–3 pen.)
Morlen FC 1–0 Motte Rovers
Elspen MK 0–0 Yohanstad United (1–1 AET) (3–1 pen.)
FC Skretteberg 1–2 Habangen Town
Stevenstad IF 1–1 Nordsunde (1–1 AET) (2–3 pen.)
Sudsunde 1–1 Knebbsrigge (1–2 AET)

Round 2 of the SFA Trophy as just 32 teams remain. Competition favourites Kangemark Docklands book their place into the next round with a 1-0 victory over Susland AK, with Ramell Donnell's goal perhaps an early contender for goal of the tournament.

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Group Stage MD6
FC Jansberg 1-0 Taqwaa CA (TMZ)

Marcel Cortonwood's low drive 56 minutes in was enough to secure FC Jansberg victory over Al-Tamazgha's Taqwaa CA, thus seeing them finish 1st place in Group G - a very respectable effort indeed, given the quality of opposition. Cortonwood, who featured for Semarland in the most recent Olympics, has perhaps been an underrated member of his club side but this season has shown plenty why he deserved that international callup, and is putting himself in a good position for future consideration.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 11
FC Kolberg 1–1 FC Matovallanen
Sorensen Park Rangers 2–0 Aestahaade
BT Klub 1–2 FC Kvist Town
Sporting Solsholm 0–0 Knaben Town
Molsbik Arkjet 2–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Kangemark Sport 1–5 FC Jansberg
Honeywell & Brighouse 1–1 Brondby
Krsthaven 0–0 FC York
FC Nuholm 0–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Eikborg Club 1–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg

Doubles from D'Jean Hamilton and Loick Sorensen plus a rare goal from left-back Kevin Rasmussen see FC Jansberg earn a 5-1 victory away at Kangemark Sport, whilst Molsbik Arkjet could have easily made their 2-0 win a 6-0 over Sporting Matrolvik, if not for a very good performance from Matrolvik's shot-stopper Assane Diao. Diao couldn't do much to prevent Aiguo Mao and Celso Madrigal from getting on the scoresheet, but he made some very impressive saves to deny the likes of Rolando Gronkjaer and Bakasso Kilioglu. Not much else of note this matchday, which has been rather quiet in terms of goals, with the only other real headline being Knaben Town's Kasper Rigge taken off for an injury caused by an uncharacteristically late challenge from Sporting Solsholm's Rohan Ansah, that led to calls from Knaben Town fans for a red card.

SFA CUP
ROUND 2
Yespen IF 2–2 FC Jorgerstrom (2–2 AET) (5–4 pen.)
Bylderup IF 2–0 FC Arkrau
Danurhagen 0–2 FC Nuholm
Raakevik Sport 1–4 Knaben Town
Karlesfarne Town 2–1 Motte Rovers
Kangemark Sport 3–1 Snaadhagen Klub
Normenberg Fjords 2–4 Brondby
Metrenheim-Barsjor 0–0 Finqar Atletiik (1–0 AET)
Jansberg Laguna 0–1 Molsbik Kadet
East Fransborg Town 1–0 FC Sorensberg
Adjurgen 2–0 BK Hanningborg
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–0 East Krsthaven United (1–0 AET)
FC Matovallanen 2–0 Mostenstad IF
Aaadesbrigg Klub 2–0 Haalo IF
Krsthaven 1–0 Knutholm FK
Yorligenen 1–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 0–2 Tromso FK
Yaande 1–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Eikborg Club 3–1 Nordsunde
South Solsholm Athletic 0–2 AB Sonen
Nu Branklo 0–1 Monksgate Borough
Strand Rovers 0–1 Haxstad AFK
BT Klub 1–1 Hallenburg FK (1–1 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Brickland Klub 2–0 FC Nordsem
Kalugenhaven 1–2 AFC Eikborg
Steffan Mauyen FC 1–1 FC Helm (1–1 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Sandestrom United 0–2 FC Anderstad
Sudnordics 1–2 Copenbrok South Side
FC York 0–1 Aerlo Sport
AB Rutskirke 0–1 FC Jansberg
Kangemark Docklands 0–1 OS23
Larsson Bay Defence 3–4 FC Kvist Town

Round 2 of the SFA Cup comes around, and there's comfortable wins for the likes of Knaben Town and Eikborg Club over lower league opposition. A heavily rotated FC Jansberg side containing several debuts only just edge out AB Rutskirke thanks to 17-year old Shomari Bondon's powerful header from Kevin Ansah's whipped cross. Krsthaven also take the chance to hand several debuts to academy youngsters in their tie with Knutholm FK, including new signing Johan Karlison, tipped by many to be the next Karl Kvist.

METRO CUP
QUARTER FINAL
FC Jansberg 4–0 Nordluune
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–0 Molsbik Arkjet (0–2 AET)
Monksgate Borough 0–2 Krsthaven
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 Eikborg Club

An easy win for FC Jansberg over Nordluune, with Shomari Bondon amongst the goals days after he made his debut in the SFA Cup. Krsthaven also secure a comfortable win over Monksgate Borough, whilst in the all-Premarligaen matchups, it's Molsbik Arkjet and Eikborg Club who progress to the semi finals at the expense of Sporting Saint Adrensburg and Fransborg set Njilkaer respectively.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 12
FC Matovallanen 0–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–2 Eikborg Club
FC York 1–1 FC Nuholm
Brondby 0–5 Krsthaven
FC Jansberg 5–0 Honeywell & Brighouse
Sporting Matrolvik 1–1 Kangemark Sport
Knaben Town 1–4 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Kvist Town 0–5 Sporting Solsholm
Aestahaade 1–1 BT Klub
FC Kolberg 0–0 Sorensen Park Rangers

The goals have come back after last matchday's quiet affair, and there's big wins for Krsthaven, FC Jansberg and Sporting Solsholm who all win their respective games by a margin of five goals. Gennaro Christie and Loick Sorensen each net a hat-trick for Krsthaven and FC Jansberg, whilst Jonathan Yeboah could have got himself in on the act too for Sporting Solsholm, but saw his penalty saved by Sander Pierstad in the closing moments, but Yeboah will surely be happy with the double. Molsbik Arkjet also manage a comfortable win over Knaben Town, with key players Cyrus Congo, John Omrore and Bismark Boateng all returning from various injury layoffs. BT Klub manage yet another draw, this time against the struggling Aestahaade, and fans will be hoping Rene Brown can lead his team to three points rather than one.

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Round of 32 MD1
FC Jansberg 2-5 N.O.K. Bandits Lito (GEE)

Goals from Isaac Kjaer and Dominik Sommer just weren't enough as FC Jansberg lost out 5-2 to N.O.K. Bandits Lito in the first leg of their Round of 32 matchup in the Associations Trophy. Without several key players due to the international break, the rotated side still struggled against the opposition and put themselves in a hard position for the reverse fixture.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 13
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–1 FC Matovallanen
BT Klub 0–3 FC Kolberg
Sporting Solsholm 2–1 Aestahaade
Molsbik Arkjet 0–0 FC Kvist Town
Kangemark Sport 4–0 Knaben Town
Honeywell & Brighouse 2–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Krsthaven 0–2 FC Jansberg
FC Nuholm 3–1 Brondby
Eikborg Club 5–0 FC York
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer

Chevone Clarke has long been seen as FC Nuholm's star player, and the playmaker showed why he has that status with a marvellous performance against Brondby. Two very well-taken goals plus a trademark pinpoint pass into the path of Antoine Likenza for FC Nuholm's third earnt Clarke another man of the match award this season, and despite FC Nuholm performing below standards so far this season, fans will strongly hope they can keep hold of Clarke for the seasons to come. His rival for the #10 shirt internationally, Hakim Masters of Eikborg Club, also put in a strong performance as his side demolished FC York 5-0, with a goal and three assists to his name in that matchup, including a wonderfully weighted through ball that evaded several York defenders before finding the feet of Kyren Yeboah, who duly slotted home past Sander Parsen.

SFA TROPHY
ROUND 3
Elspen MK 0–1 Kangemark Docklands
FC Breistrand 1–2 Motterlund Sport
Kolberg Harbour 4–1 Morlen FC
Lindesfaer Klub 2–4 St Isaac Rovers
Lundburgh AFK 0–3 Knebbsrigge
Knutsen-Lind AFK 1–0 Jonneslund IF
Nordsunde 0–1 Habangen Town
Strand Rovers 1–0 Martensbrough

Kangemark Docklands narrowly edge out Elspen MK thanks to a late goal from Ramell Donnell, whilst Knebbsrigge's Daniel Larsen-Mayen was the hat-trick hero for his side as they dispatched of Lundburgh AFK with ease. Kolberg Harbour's Arnold Ochoa's late double put the game to bed against a spirited Morlen FC side who will count themselves unlucky to not be progressing despite the scoreline.

IFCF
The 6th IFCF Associations Trophy - Round of 32 MD2
N.O.K. Bandits Lito (GEE) 1-1 FC Jansberg

Mohammed Yao's 84th minute equaliser was all there was to write home about from FC Jansberg's trip to N.O.K. Bandits Lito, as they exited the IFCF Associations Trophy. Round of 32 was a respectable finish given it was the country's return to IFCF football after so many years, and there is plenty to build on should they qualify for IFCF football next season.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 14
FC Matovallanen 7–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC York 0–4 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Brondby 1–1 Eikborg Club
FC Jansberg 3–0 FC Nuholm
Sporting Matrolvik 1–4 Krsthaven
Knaben Town 0–0 Honeywell & Brighouse
FC Kvist Town 2–3 Kangemark Sport
Aestahaade 0–0 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Kolberg 1–2 Sporting Solsholm
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–0 BT Klub

FC Matovallanen have been performing well above expectations this season, but their 7-1 thrashing of Fransborg set Njilkaer came out of nowhere! Esway Ansah's side ran riot thanks to goals from Jerry Chiluba (four times), Tyrique Palmtree, Richmond Frempong and Jordan Mukendi, with a very sorry looking FsN only replying with Tyshonne Rose's scuffed 70th minute strike. Sporting Saint Adrensburg also took no prisoners against an FC York side who are still yet to pick up a win in the league since MD3, with Kyrone Paris' double plus late goals from Jaden Castro and Moise Gatlin-Brandy gifting Danny Boateng's side the three points at York Road. The clash between FC Jansberg and FC Nuholm was also a highlight, with the former focusing on the league now that IFCF football is out of the way for the season, with key players D'Jean Hamilton, Loick Sorensen and Byron Mandanda all netting a goal apiece after returning from the international break.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 15
BT Klub 1–0 FC Matovallanen
Sporting Solsholm 0–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Molsbik Arkjet 2–1 FC Kolberg
Kangemark Sport 3–6 Aestahaade
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–2 FC Kvist Town
Krsthaven 2–3 Knaben Town
FC Nuholm 0–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Eikborg Club 4–2 FC Jansberg
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–1 Brondby
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 FC York

The most entertaining match was in Kangemark today, as Aestahaade picked up a very valuable win. Kangemark Sport went into the game as clear favourites against a struggling Aestahaade side who were combatting the threat of relegation for yet another season, but no one was expecting Aestahaade to turn up and leave with the three points, let alone a 6-3 victory. A hat-trick from DeShawn Northfield (the first of his career!) was a highlight and a nice surprise for fans who were dismayed to see usual striker Deisson Sakho out of the side due to injury. Kangemark Sport were without several regulars in fairness, such as goalkeeper Gaetano Jorgensen, defender Rahim Nallo and attacker Nahom Teklemariam due to the international break, but fans will surely not accept that as a valid excuse.

SFA CUP
ROUND 3
Haxstad AFK 1–2 FC Anderstad
Adjurgen 0–0 Kangemark Sport (0–0 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Monksgate Borough 1–3 FC Kvist Town
Yespen IF 2–5 FC Nuholm
FC Jansberg 2–2 Molsbik Arkjet (3–3 AET) (7–6 pen.)
BT Klub 2–0 OS23
Brondby 3–2 Bylderup IF
Tromso FK 2–0 Copenbrok South Side
FC Matovallanen 2–1 AFC Eikborg
Aerlo Sport 3–0 Knaben Town
AB Sonen 0–0 Honeywell & Brighouse (0–1 AET)
Molsbik Kadet 2–0 Steffan Mauyen FC
Eikborg Club 4–1 Metrenheim-Barsjor
East Fransborg Town 0–1 Yaande
Karlesfarne Town 3–3 Haalo IF (3–4 AET)
Aaadesbrigg Klub 1-0 Brickland Klub

Back to SFA Cup action as Round 3 rolls along, and the misery continues for Kangemark Sport who exit on penalties to 2Ligaen side Adjurgen. FC Jansberg also progress on penalties against close title rivals to Molsbik Arkjet, as the lower league sides breathe a sigh of relief that another of the big teams exit at this early stage. Not much in terms of "giant killings", though Knaben Town do exit at the hands of 2Ligaen side Aerlo Sport, but the draw has been kind to most of the smaller teams left in the competition, with a number progressing through to the next round.

METRO CUP
SEMI FINAL
Eikborg Club 2–0 Krsthaven
FC Jansberg 1–1 Molsbik Arkjet (2–1 AET)

We can't believe it's the semi finals of the Metro Cup already! And who would have thought - the four teams left in the competition are the "big four" in the league. It's Eikborg Club and FC Jansberg who make it through to the final, the former brushing past Krsthaven who have been rather poor this season, whilst FC Jansberg were taken to extra time by Molsbik Arkjet, who they funnily enough faced in the SFA Cup just a few days before. Soren Eccleson's 111th minute goal was the difference between the two sides, and both teams will be glad they weren't taken to a penalty shootout like their SFA Cup match the other day.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 16
FC Matovallanen 1–2 FC York
Brondby 3–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Jansberg 4–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Sporting Matrolvik 1–2 Eikborg Club
Knaben Town 2–2 FC Nuholm
FC Kvist Town 0–2 Krsthaven
Aestahaade 4–2 Honeywell & Brighouse
FC Kolberg 0–3 Kangemark Sport
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–2 Molsbik Arkjet
BT Klub 3–2 Sporting Solsholm

When it rains, it pours - or so they say. Sporting Matrolvik's loss to Eikborg Club, their seventh of the season, sees them drop all the way down to 17th place, and Matthias Karbruck's position as manager of the club is really on the line at the moment. Aestahaade's 4-2 win over relegation rivals Honeywell & Brighouse advances them up the table just a little bit, but enough to get ahead of Sporting Matrolvik who lie directly above the relegation zone now. FC Nuholm are still struggling in the bottom half of the table, but their 2-2 draw with Knaben Town reduces the gap between them and 10th place to just four points now, but Tunji Tunde, like Karbruck, could also see his job safety threatened if his club doesn't buck their ideas up just a little bit.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 17
Sporting Solsholm 2–1 FC Matovallanen
Molsbik Arkjet 3–2 BT Klub
Kangemark Sport 1–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–1 FC Kolberg
Krsthaven 2–1 Aestahaade
FC Nuholm 1–0 FC Kvist Town
Eikborg Club 3–2 Knaben Town
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–3 Sporting Matrolvik
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–4 FC Jansberg
FC York 2–0 Brondby

And there we have it! The two teams in focus from last matchday pick up a win. FC Nuholm are just a point behind Sporting Saint Adrensburg now, who lost out 3-1 to Sporting Matrolvik who move back up to fourteenth place thanks to goals from Jaden Palmieri, Michael Idowu and Kayode Oyetunde. Sporting Solsholm and FC Matovallanen was an entertaining clash, with the two teams flying high and still in the running for an IFCF spot, but it would be the former to win this clash at Lime Tree Grove thanks to Carlos Bergmark's well-struck penalty, which came after Johan Mellberg was felled in the box by Ashley Matthews. Trouble looms for Fransborg set Njilkaer, who's 6th place finish last season seems a lifetime ago as they languish in 15th place currently, with the relegation zone much closer to them now than the prospect of IFCF football.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 18
FC Matovallanen 1–0 Brondby
FC Jansberg 2–1 FC York
Sporting Matrolvik 2–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Knaben Town 0–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Kvist Town 3–1 Eikborg Club
Aestahaade 0–2 FC Nuholm
FC Kolberg 3–3 Krsthaven
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–2 Honeywell & Brighouse
BT Klub 0–2 Kangemark Sport
Sporting Solsholm 2–1 Molsbik Arkjet

The penultimate matchday before the halfway point, and things are starting to take shape - or are they? The bottom half is constantly being reshuffled like a deck of cards, and at present BT Klub look closest to the four teams most threatened by relegation. Which is a shame, given Rene Brown's side walked the 2Ligaen with ease last season and were many's prediction to adjust to the Premarligaen the best out of the promoted sides, but that award goes to Brondby who look fairly comfortable in 11th place. The match of the day goes to FC Kolberg's thrilling 3-3 draw against Krsthaven at Quayside, with goals from Glenn Baah, Asaiah Chandler and Amari Manila for the hosts cancelled out by the visitors responding with Jamal Barker twice and Lasse Jensen.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 19
Molsbik Arkjet 0–3 FC Matovallanen
Kangemark Sport 3–1 Sporting Solsholm
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–1 BT Klub
Krsthaven 3–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Nuholm 2–1 FC Kolberg
Eikborg Club 1–1 Aestahaade
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 2–0 FC Kvist Town
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Knaben Town
FC York 2–1 Sporting Matrolvik
Brondby 0–4 FC Jansberg

And here we are, the halfway point! FC Jansberg are top of the table by a very big margin now, twelve points to be exact - after winning all but two of their league fixtures this season. Molsbik Arkjet are closest despite losing 3-0 to FC Matovallanen who surprisingly find themselves in sixth place - and with Fransborg set Njilkaer and FC Kolberg performing quite poorly this season (a shock for FsN, given their sixth place finish last season), could Matovallanen find themselves as the East Coast's "second strongest team" after Eikborg Club? FC Nuholm have finally clambered into the top ten, with FC Kvist Town rounding out the top half, two points clear of FC York. Sorensen Park Rangers, Honeywell & Brighouse and Knaben Town compose the relegation zone, but Aestahaade are only a point clear, that solitary point thanks to a well-fought 1-1 draw with Eikborg Club who currently find themselves in fourth place.

Premarligaen                  Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jansberg 19 17 0 2 66 23 +43 51
2 Molsbik Arkjet 19 12 3 4 41 23 +18 39
3 Krsthaven 19 10 6 3 44 25 +19 36
4 Eikborg Club 19 10 5 4 41 24 +17 35
5 Sporting Solsholm 19 10 3 6 31 22 +9 33
6 FC Matovallanen 19 9 5 5 36 18 +18 32
7 Kangemark Sport 19 9 3 7 43 40 +3 30
8 FC Nuholm 19 8 3 8 22 24 −2 27
9 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 19 6 8 5 23 22 +1 26
10 FC Kvist Town 19 7 5 7 27 29 −2 26
11 FC York 19 6 6 7 21 34 −13 24
12 Brondby 19 6 5 8 19 28 −9 23
13 Fransborg set Njilkaer 19 6 4 9 27 45 −18 22
14 FC Kolberg 19 5 5 9 29 37 −8 20
15 BT Klub 19 4 8 7 20 28 −8 20
16 Sporting Matrolvik 19 4 7 8 20 30 −10 19
17 Aestahaade 19 3 7 9 22 32 −10 16
18 Sorensen Park Rangers 19 2 9 8 18 26 −8 15
19 Honeywell & Brighouse 19 4 2 13 15 39 −24 14
20 Knaben Town 19 2 6 11 16 32 −16 12


Halfway through the league season now as we approach New Year's Eve 2051, let's take a glance over the standings of the rest of the full-time professional leagues at their halfway point.

2Ligaen                    Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Jansberg Laguna 23 12 7 4 37 16 +21 43
2 Copenbrok Klub 23 12 5 6 38 23 +15 41
3 KA Eastlands 23 11 7 5 29 14 +15 40
4 OS23 23 11 5 7 28 22 +6 38
5 Yorligenen 23 10 7 6 25 21 +4 37
6 FC Nordsem 23 10 7 6 21 17 +4 37
7 Monksgate Borough 23 11 3 9 28 25 +3 36
8 Aalemark Sport 23 9 8 6 38 22 +16 35
9 Simethagen 23 8 9 6 23 17 +6 33
10 Colchester & Baxwell 23 8 8 7 25 22 +3 32
11 Yaande 23 9 4 10 24 26 −2 31
12 Arkrau Klub 23 8 6 9 27 26 +1 30
13 Sudnordics 23 8 6 9 25 30 −5 30
14 FC Makslem 23 7 8 8 21 30 −9 29
15 Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 23 7 7 9 22 23 −1 28
16 Aerlo Sport 23 8 4 11 17 25 −8 28
17 Molsbik Kadet 23 5 12 6 17 17 0 27
18 Batstrom 212 23 7 6 10 22 30 −8 27
19 Adjurgen 23 7 5 11 21 26 −5 26
20 Brickland Klub 23 5 10 8 21 32 −11 25
21 ORLOSport 23 6 7 10 20 32 −12 25
22 FC Slatslo 23 5 9 9 15 29 −14 24
23 Rumenlo Sapruna 23 6 5 12 22 32 −10 23
24 Aaadesbrigg Klub 23 5 7 11 16 25 −9 22


Lig1                      Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Hjarmanden IF 23 12 8 3 27 18 +9 44
2 Baton Lodge 23 13 3 7 32 19 +13 42
3 Eskenhammer MK 23 13 3 7 24 18 +6 42
4 East Fransborg Town 23 12 5 6 31 22 +9 41
5 FC Sjordsbrik 23 12 5 6 21 14 +7 41
6 Denmark Town 23 12 4 7 33 26 +7 40
7 FC Arkrau 23 10 6 7 17 15 +2 36
8 Storso FK 23 10 5 8 24 18 +6 35
9 Copenbrok South Side 23 9 8 6 28 25 +3 35
10 East Krsthaven United 23 10 5 8 24 22 +2 35
11 Caastenholm IF 23 9 7 7 25 17 +8 34
12 Aarland BK 23 9 7 7 22 17 +5 34
13 Danurhagen 23 8 8 7 23 20 +3 32
14 Tromso FK 23 8 8 7 24 23 +1 32
15 Knutholm FK 23 10 2 11 24 25 −1 32
16 Mostenstad IF 23 6 9 8 18 21 −3 27
17 Blokhus FC 23 7 6 10 16 22 −6 27
18 Draslo IF 23 6 7 10 19 25 −6 25
19 Grove Klub 23 7 4 12 18 24 −6 25
20 FC Sunde 23 6 6 11 17 26 −9 24
21 Haxstad AFK 23 5 8 10 20 24 −4 23
22 Finqar Atletiik 23 4 6 13 11 26 −15 18
23 BK Hanningborg 23 6 0 17 17 33 −16 18
24 FC Helm 23 3 8 12 12 27 −15 17


Lig2                       Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jorgerstrom 23 13 4 6 30 21 +9 43
2 Svaedholm Klub 23 13 3 7 29 22 +7 42
3 Briggate Town 23 12 5 6 28 17 +11 41
4 Aero Club 23 11 5 7 29 20 +9 38
5 Haalo IF 23 11 5 7 29 24 +5 38
6 AB Sonen 23 9 9 5 23 19 +4 36
7 Normenberg Fjords 23 9 8 6 21 21 0 35
8 Bylderup IF 23 10 4 9 24 21 +3 34
9 Bondlund United 23 9 7 7 20 21 −1 34
10 FC Aarevik 23 9 6 8 31 26 +5 33
11 AB Rutskirke 23 8 8 7 30 22 +8 32
12 Jurlundhaus 23 8 7 8 30 26 +4 31
13 Nuholm Northgate 23 9 4 10 23 20 +3 31
14 Reksberg Sanerklub 23 8 7 8 27 27 0 31
15 Saint Mikkel Monastery 23 9 4 10 21 22 −1 31
16 FC Reglanvik 23 8 7 8 22 24 −2 31
17 Raakevik Sport 23 7 8 8 22 31 −9 29
18 Andersholm FC 23 7 7 9 19 19 0 28
19 Yespen IF 23 7 7 9 21 26 −5 28
20 Snaadhagen Klub 23 6 6 11 21 28 −7 24
21 FC Anderstad 23 6 4 13 15 23 −8 22
22 Nordluune 23 5 7 11 28 40 −12 22
23 Eikland Sport 23 5 6 12 12 23 −11 21
24 Kalugenhaven 23 5 6 12 13 25 −12 21
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2051/52 - PART THREE


METRO CUP
FINAL
Eikborg Club 0–2 FC Jansberg

And it's FC Jansberg who secure the Metro Cup trophy this year! Isaac Kjaer's 17th minute header from Cortez Bishop's corner gave Kadell Stevens' side the lead, and Kjaer could have doubled his tally and the scoreline minutes later when he was played through on goal by Tyquan Barnes. Electing to round the advancing Anders Bickerton, Kjaer didn't bank on some superb recovery by young full-back Jaden Hamilton (who has been an excellent understudy to Songwei Milosevic so far this season), who raced to clear the ball off the line. At the other end, Eikborg Club took a while to get into the game save for Johan Larsen heading wildly over the bar from Brandon Boakye's whipped cross, and Eric Nti-Bonso's side struggled to make an impact going forward. Barnes sealed FC Jansberg's victory with a curling strike from the edge of the box just after the hour mark, marking the second trophy in the cabinet this season for FC Jansberg after their Community Shield victory at the start of the season.
Eikborg Club: Bickerton; Andrews (c), Micklefield, Delaware (Sorensen 64); Boakye, Purcell (Handon 57), Slatkin, Hamilton; Rose; Cisse, Larsen (M Yeboah 88).
FC Jansberg: Lovenkrands; Mundle, K Newbridge, Matthias, Bishop; Eccleson (A Newbridge 78), Pederstrom; Yao, Barnes (Cortonwood 78), Jacobsen; Kjaer (Sonko 82)


SFA CUP
ROUND OF 16
FC Jansberg 1–0 Adjurgen
BT Klub 0–2 Tromso FK
Yaande 0–1 Aerlo Sport
Brondby 2–1 FC Anderstad
Molsbik Kadet 1–1 FC Matovallanen (2–2 AET) (4–3 pen.)
Aaadesbrigg Klub 0–1 FC Kvist Town
Honeywell & Brighouse 1–2 Eikborg Club
Haalo IF 0–4 FC Nuholm

FC Jansberg, completely unchanged from their Metro Cup final win just days before, scrape past Adjurgen thanks to Johan Jacobsen's 55th minute strike. Eikborg Club make several changes however, though still don't look particularly convincing as they advance at the behalf of relegation candidates Honeywell & Brighouse. The biggest shock of the round sees Tromso FK knock out BT Klub, thanks to a double from former Fransborg set Njilkaer youngster Mikael Eccleton. The attacking midfielder has been one of the star players in Lig1 this season, and will certainly put himself in good stead for a move up the league pyramid next transfer window based on his performances this season. Molsbik Kadet meanwhile knock out FC Matovallanen on penalties in the other "giant killing" of the round, with Aerlo Sport the third and final non Premarligaen team to advance at the expense of Yaande.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 20
FC Matovallanen 1–3 FC Jansberg
Brondby 0–1 Sporting Matrolvik
FC York 2–3 Knaben Town
Fransborg set Njilkaer 2–3 FC Kvist Town
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 2–2 Aestahaade
Eikborg Club 1–3 FC Kolberg
FC Nuholm 4–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
Krsthaven 2–2 BT Klub
Honeywell & Brighouse 1–3 Sporting Solsholm
Kangemark Sport 0–2 Molsbik Arkjet

The Premarligaen is back! The first matches of 2051 kick off with a bang as FC Jansberg start the calendar year off strongly in their trip to Matovallanen. Buoyed by their recent Metro Cup triumph, goals from Dominik Sommer, Loick Sorensen and Marcel Cortonwood secure them the three points. FC Nuholm start off strongly too as they look to close the gap between themselves and IFCF football, with Tunji Tunde's team taking no chances against relegation battlers Sorensen Park Rangers. Sporting Solsholm meanwhile still look in with a very good chance of qualifying for IFCF football themselves as they remain in fourth place, with an interesting performance from youngster Femi Wright key to their success against a spirited but unfortunately not strong enough Honeywell & Brighouse side.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 21
Kangemark Sport 2–0 FC Matovallanen
Molsbik Arkjet 4–0 Honeywell & Brighouse
Sporting Solsholm 3–1 Krsthaven
BT Klub 0–1 FC Nuholm
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–4 Eikborg Club
FC Kolberg 3–2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Aestahaade 0–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Kvist Town 1–4 FC York
Knaben Town 0–1 Brondby
Sporting Matrolvik 1–1 FC Jansberg

Sporting Solsholm are looking unstoppable! Krsthaven, who if you remember at the start of the season were considered title favourites - have been average at best this season for their standards, and currently sit in fifth place after losing 3-1 on their trip to Lime Tree Grove. Goals from Jemal Woods, Sol Nordstrom and Jonathan Yeboah lift Andre Carlstadt's side into third place, and although we're just over the halfway mark, IFCF football looks like a real possibility. Eikborg Club are hot on Solsholm's heels though, with Johan Larsen the star of the show as he nets a hat-trick against a struggling Sorensen Park Rangers. There's also big wins or Molsbik Arkjet and FC York, who both put four past Honeywell & Brighouse and FC Kvist Town respectively.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 22
FC Matovallanen 1–2 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Jansberg 4–0 Knaben Town
Brondby 1–0 FC Kvist Town
FC York 0–1 Aestahaade
Fransborg set Njilkaer 3–0 FC Kolberg
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
Eikborg Club 2–3 BT Klub
FC Nuholm 2–2 Sporting Solsholm
Krsthaven 1–4 Molsbik Arkjet
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–5 Kangemark Sport

IFCF football is starting to drift away for Marcel Labonne's Krsthaven as they don't put up much of a fight against Molsbik Arkjet. Whilst Arkjet are ten points behind league leaders FC Jansberg, they've looked the closest team to title contenders this season. Lasse Jensen put the hosts up ahead early on against his former club, but Arkjet quickly recuperated and dismantled an already crumbling Krsthaven side that look in real danger of slipping down towards mid-table if they do not get their act together. Sorensen Park Rangers get a valuable win over Sporting Saint Adrensburg as they look to lift themselves out of the relegation zone, but Aestahaade, who are treading water themselves at the moment, also secure three points at the expense of FC York.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 23
Honeywell & Brighouse 2–0 FC Matovallanen
Kangemark Sport 1–8 Krsthaven
Molsbik Arkjet 1–4 FC Nuholm
Sporting Solsholm 1–3 Eikborg Club
BT Klub 1–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Kolberg 1–2 FC York
Aestahaade 1–1 Brondby
FC Kvist Town 3–2 FC Jansberg
Knaben Town 0–1 Sporting Matrolvik

Wow, something has certainly got into Krsthaven...or is it the international break? A mid-week round of fixtures sees a number of players absent for their clubs due to being on international duty for the World Cup qualifiers, and perhaps it's done Krsthaven some good! Whilst Kangemark Sport were without several players themselves, they certainly had a decent enough team and no one would have thought they'd lose out 8-1! Hat-tricks from Levon Simmonds and Shamal Rookwood plus goals from Rassam Karlsen and Juwon Akinola secure Krsthaven a very valuable three points, and Isaac Mirallas will no doubt be very embarassed to see his side lose so heavily. Frustration also for FC Jansberg as they lose out 3-2 to FC Kvist Town thanks to an injury time winner from Leo Montpellier, and two entertaining clashes between IFCF competitors see FC Nuholm and Eikborg Club defeat Molsbik Arkjet and Sporting Solsholm respectively.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 24
FC Matovallanen 0–1 Knaben Town
Sporting Matrolvik 0–1 FC Kvist Town
FC Jansberg 2–1 Aestahaade
Brondby 1–1 FC Kolberg
FC York 2–2 Sorensen Park Rangers
Fransborg set Njilkaer 4–0 BT Klub
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–2 Sporting Solsholm
Eikborg Club 1–4 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Nuholm 2–4 Kangemark Sport
Krsthaven 2–1 Honeywell & Brighouse

Kangemark Sport pick themselves up, dust themselves off and defeat rivals FC Nuholm 4-2, albeit with a rotated team. Welcoming back the likes of Gaetano Jorgensen, Rahim Nallo and Nahom Teklemariam into the fold made quite a difference, as a double from Teklemariam plus goals from Nallo and Ramello Marshall secure them the three points. Sporting Solsholm also wake themselves up a bit with a close 2-1 victory over Sporting Saint Adrensburg, with winger Erik Martin's double the difference. Fransborg set Njilkaer edge closer to the top 10 after battering BT Klub 4-0, thanks to goals from Yaman Nes Rix, Tyshonne Rose, D'Nero Longa-Mbira and Mark Brigholm, whilst Molsbik Arkjet flip their scoreline from last week, a 4-1 loss, to a 4-1 victory over a lacklustre Eikborg Club side who seem neither here nor there at the moment.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 25
Krsthaven 4–2 FC Matovallanen
Honeywell & Brighouse 2–2 FC Nuholm
Kangemark Sport 1–1 Eikborg Club
Molsbik Arkjet 4–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Sporting Solsholm 1–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer
BT Klub 0–1 FC York
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–1 Brondby
FC Kolberg 0–3 FC Jansberg
Aestahaade 0–0 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Kvist Town 1–1 Knaben Town

Krsthaven are finally getting there. FC Matovallanen are their next challenger, and although Esway Ansah's side had a very strong start to the season, their 3-1 loss to Marcel Labonne's men sees them drop down to 11th place, allowing FC York to squeeze into the top 10 after their win away at Brondby. Sporting Solsholm pick up another win, one more than Krsthaven have achieved so far this season, thanks to a wonderful free kick from set piece specialist Carlos Bergmark. Bergmark has heavily impressed for Sporting Solsholm this season, and has been one of their most consistent performers over the past few years, and with rumours captain Sol Nordstrom is set to retire soon, Bergmark has been tipped to take on the captaincy. On the topic of captains, Carlton Jokelainen of FC Kvist Town earnt himself an uncharacteristic red card for a late challenge on Kasper Rigge.

SFA CUP
QUARTER FINAL
FC Nuholm 0–0 Eikborg Club (0–1 AET)
FC Jansberg 2–1 Molsbik Kadet
Brondby 2–2 Aerlo Sport (3–2 AET)
Tromso FK 2–4 FC Kvist Town

Tromso FK looked on course to advance to the semi finals of the SFA Cup after an early double from Mikael Eccleton gave the Lig1 side the lead, but FC Kvist Town managed to recover in the last half an hour and put four past Tromso goalkeeper Johann Maxwellsson. Brondby, meanwhile, were taken to extra time by Aerlo Sport, with wingers Kendrick Marshley and Jamil Bonaire causing all sorts of problems for the Brondby defence. FC Jansberg narrowly advanced ahead of Molsbik Kadet, whilst a drab game between FC Nuholm and Eikborg Club ended with the latter scoring in extra time thanks to Tevin Rose's 101th minute goal.

SFA TROPHY
QUARTER FINAL
Knebbsrigge 3–0 Motterlund Sport
Habangen Town 1–1 Kolberg Harbour (1–1 AET) (5–4 pen.)
Kangemark Docklands 4–1 Knutsen-Lind AFK
Strand Rovers 1–0 St Isaac Rovers

Another hat-trick for Daniel Larsen-Mayen sees Knebbsrigge progress at the expense of Motterlund Sport, whilst goalkeeper Donato Johansson is the hero for Habangen Town with a terrific save in their penalty shootout victory over Kolberg Harbour. Kangemark Docklands make light work of Knutsen-Lind AFK, whilst Strand Rovers scrape through past St Isaac Rovers, with drama late on as two players are sent off for each team after a mass brawl sparked by a late challenge on a home side player.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 26
FC Matovallanen 1–3 FC Kvist Town
Knaben Town 1–1 Aestahaade
Sporting Matrolvik 0–1 FC Kolberg
FC Jansberg 4–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Brondby 1–1 BT Klub
FC York 0–2 Sporting Solsholm
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–3 Molsbik Arkjet
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–6 Kangemark Sport
Eikborg Club 2–2 Honeywell & Brighouse
FC Nuholm 2–1 Krsthaven

Kangemark Sport continue their trend of high scoring matches against relatively close rivals with a 6-1 hammering of Sporting Saint Adrensburg. A double apiece for Ramello Marshall and Kevin Lindegaard plus strikes from Johan Sakho and Johan Quaison gift Isaac Mirallas' side their 13th win of the season, and although they've won just half of their games, they find themselves quite high in sixth place. SSA meanwhile are having a torrid season, and Danny Boateng's position as manager is under serious threat as his side lie in fifteenth place, eight points clear of the relegation zone. BT Klub are struggling also, with a draw against fellow promoted side Brondby giving them cause for concern with just twelve games remaining and safety not guaranteed just yet.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 27
FC Nuholm 2–0 FC Matovallanen
Krsthaven 1–1 Eikborg Club
Honeywell & Brighouse 1–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Kangemark Sport 1–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Molsbik Arkjet 1–1 FC York
Sporting Solsholm 2–1 Brondby
BT Klub 1–3 FC Jansberg
Sorensen Park Rangers 2–3 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Kolberg 3–1 Knaben Town
Aestahaade 1–0 FC Kvist Town

FC Jansberg remain in pole position for the league title, and with the Community Shield and Metro Cup already in their trophy cabinet for this season plus an SFA Cup semi final to come, could Kadell Stevens' side complete the domestic quadruple? FC Kolberg pick up some much needed points at the expense of Knaben Town who prop up the league table, bested by Sorensen Park Rangers on goal difference only. Knaben's former Kolberg players Martin Doumbia and Johan Lubeck combine off the bench for the latter to pull one back however, but the mere consolation is not enough for Soren Pedersen who seems to have resigned himself to the drop already in press conferences. Not a good sign at all. Meanwhile, Honeywell & Brighouse are more determined to stay out of the relegation zone and their 1-0 win over Sporting Saint Adrensburg will do them the world of good in their campaign for survival.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 28
FC Matovallanen 2–1 Aestahaade
FC Kvist Town 1–0 FC Kolberg
Knaben Town 1–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Sporting Matrolvik 3–0 BT Klub
FC Jansberg 3–1 Sporting Solsholm
Brondby 1–2 Molsbik Arkjet
FC York 2–0 Kangemark Sport
Fransborg set Njilkaer 1–0 Honeywell & Brighouse
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 1–1 Krsthaven
Eikborg Club 1–1 FC Nuholm

Jaden Palmieri was the star of the show for Sporting Matrolvik as he grabbed a hat-trick in their 3-0 victory over BT Klub - a perfect hat-trick on that note too. The young striker has struggled for game time this season, but with injuries to Mikel Moore and Richard Hreidarsson he has grabbed the chance with both hands (or feet!) and has put a good claim in for the #9 shirt. D'Jean Hamilton also scored a hat-trick for FC Jansberg in their 3-1 defeat of Sporting Solsholm, and Jansberg fans will surely miss him next matchday with an international break midweek. FC York are looking a bit more comfortable in the top 10 thanks to the performances of on loan defender Yohannes Weldemichael, with the youngster impressing on his temporary transfer from Molsbik Arkjet. Weldemichael popped up in the box to head home from Hachikoko Mtonga's corner on two occassions in York's win over Kangemark Sport whilst putting in a solid performance at the back to keep a clean sheet.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 29
Eikborg Club 2–0 FC Matovallanen
FC Nuholm 2–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Krsthaven 1–2 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–5 FC York
Kangemark Sport 1–0 Brondby
Molsbik Arkjet 1–6 FC Jansberg
Sporting Solsholm 0–0 Sporting Matrolvik
BT Klub 1–0 Knaben Town
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–0 FC Kvist Town
FC Kolberg 3–1 Aestahaade

Around three quarters through the season now, and the league table is looking interesting. FC Jansberg are almost at the finish line, with a second league title in a row looking more than likely, with only Molsbik Arkjet coming close to possibly displacing them from the top spot. Arkjet themselves are nine points clear of Sporting Solsholm who fly high in third, with Krsthaven only securing the final IFCF spot on goal difference only after being tied with Eikborg Club and FC Nuholm on points. Towards the bottom end of the table, it looks likely that it will be three of either Sorensen Park Rangers, Honeywell & Brighouse, Knaben Town or Aestahaade to go down, but Sporting Saint Adrensburg and BT Klub are just about treading water and could may well join them in the 2Ligaen potentially if things go south.

Premarligaen                  Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jansberg 29 25 1 3 97 32 +65 76
2 Molsbik Arkjet 29 19 4 6 67 39 +28 61
3 Sporting Solsholm 29 16 5 8 48 34 +14 53
4 Krsthaven 29 13 9 7 66 44 +22 48
5 Eikborg Club 29 13 9 7 59 40 +19 48
6 FC Nuholm 29 14 6 9 44 37 +7 48
7 Kangemark Sport 29 14 5 10 64 57 +7 47
8 FC Kvist Town 29 12 7 10 40 41 −1 43
9 FC York 29 11 8 10 40 45 −5 41
10 Fransborg set Njilkaer 29 11 6 12 42 54 −12 39
11 Sporting Matrolvik 29 9 10 10 31 36 −5 37
12 FC Kolberg 29 10 6 13 44 52 −8 36
13 FC Matovallanen 29 10 5 14 43 40 +3 35
14 Brondby 29 9 8 12 27 37 −10 35
15 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 29 6 11 12 33 45 −12 29
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Postby Semarland » Sun Nov 05, 2023 11:58 am

2051/52 - PART FOUR


PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 30
FC Matovallanen 2–1 FC Kolberg
Aestahaade 0–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Kvist Town 2–0 BT Klub
Knaben Town 0–3 Sporting Solsholm
Sporting Matrolvik 3–1 Molsbik Arkjet
FC Jansberg 0–0 Kangemark Sport
Brondby 1–1 Honeywell & Brighouse
FC York 1–1 Krsthaven
Fransborg set Njilkaer 3–3 FC Nuholm
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 0–1 Eikborg Club

Sporting Matrolvik's 3-1 victory over Molsbik Arkjet sees them reach 10 wins, 10 draws and 10 losses in 10th place on the thirtieth matchday mark. How very even! Arkjet's loss puts them further away from the top spot, and whilst mathemetically they're still in with a chance, the league title looks almost FC Jansberg's. Eikborg Club's narrow victory over Sporting Saint Adrensburg edges them closer to the IFCF qualification zone, with both FC Nuholm and Krsthaven dropping points in their respective draws with Fransborg set Njilkaer and FC York. Still relatively close towards the relegation zone, with frustration in the six-pointer between Aestahaade and Sorensen Park Rangers as neither team is successful in breaking the deadlock, with a pitiful 0-0 draw the end result.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 31
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 2–2 FC Matovallanen
Eikborg Club 2–5 Fransborg set Njilkaer
FC Nuholm 0–1 FC York
Krsthaven 3–2 Brondby
Honeywell & Brighouse 0–1 FC Jansberg
Kangemark Sport 3–0 Sporting Matrolvik
Molsbik Arkjet 4–1 Knaben Town
Sporting Solsholm 1–2 FC Kvist Town
BT Klub 1–1 Aestahaade
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–0 FC Kolberg

Krsthaven take advantage of Eikborg Club and FC Nuholm losing, in a thrilling and tense affair with Brondby. Without several key players due to the international break, several reserves are given the chance to shine and a late goal from young forward Asher Smith secures them the three points and lifts them back into the top four. There's stress for Sporting Solsholm however as they lose out to FC Kvist Town, allowing Krsthaven to close the gap between the two to just four points. FC Jansberg edge closer and closer to the league title with a narrow 1-0 win over Honeywell & Brighouse, again missing several players due to World Cup qualification. Young centre-back Marlon Bokadi-Brown puts in a very impressive display at the back for Kadell Stevens' side however, and there are calls from fans to have him in the team more often.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 32
FC Matovallanen 1–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
FC Kolberg 1–0 BT Klub
Aestahaade 2–0 Sporting Solsholm
FC Kvist Town 1–4 Molsbik Arkjet
Knaben Town 1–1 Kangemark Sport
Sporting Matrolvik 1–2 Honeywell & Brighouse
FC Jansberg 1–1 Krsthaven
Brondby 0–6 FC Nuholm
FC York 1–5 Eikborg Club
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 Sporting Saint Adrensburg

The prime-time clash between FC Jansberg and Krsthaven ends in a relatively stale 1-1 draw, and there's big wins for fellow IFCF contenders Molsbik Arkjet, FC Nuholm and Eikborg Club, who all enjoy 4-1, 6-0 and 5-1 victories respectively. Sporting Solsholm meanwhile drop points and lose to an Aestahaade side who lift themselves five points clear of the relegation zone. Abel Nkutu has come under fire this season for Aestahaade's performances, but in fairness - they've been one of the only teams that end of the table to turn up when it actually counts. Sporting Saint Adrensburg aren't out of the woods fully yet, but their 1-0 win over Fransborg set Njilkaer will do them no harm at all as they look to secure their status in the league for next season.

SFA CUP
SEMI FINAL
Eikborg Club 0–0 FC Kvist Town (1–0 AET)
FC Jansberg 7–2 Brondby

Eikborg Club struggle through to the final with a valiant performance from FC Kvist Town taking them to extra time (again), this time Kyren Yeboah scoring the winner in extra time after tapping home from Songwei Milosevic's low, driven cross. FC Kvist Town will be proud to have reached the semi finals no doubt, as would have Brondby, despite losing 7-2 to FC Jansberg. Goals from Soren Eccleson, Mohamed Sarr and Serge Sonko plus doubles from Isaac Kjaer and Dominik Sommer saw FC Jansberg into the final, as they took no chances against a Brondby side who have been by far the best of the promoted teams this season in both league and cup competitions. The 7-2 scoreline was perhaps an unfair reflection of their achievements this season, but Ricky Gennaro will no doubt be proud of his team coming so far in the competition of course.

SFA TROPHY
SEMI FINAL
Knebbsrigge 0–1 Habangen Town
Strand Rovers 0–2 Kangemark Docklands

Habangen Town knock out Knebbsrigge despite a dubious penalty claim that many felt was unfairly awarded. Young shotstopper Donato Johansson put in another very impressive performance for the victors though, and the 17 year old will no doubt have gauged interests from bigger teams further up the pyramid. Competition favourites Kangemark Docklands easily secured their win over a tired looking Strand Rovers side, who were unfortunately without captain Isaac Makonnen due to his red card in the quarter final match against St Isaac Rovers.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 33
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 FC Matovallanen
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 6–1 FC York
Eikborg Club 1–0 Brondby
FC Nuholm 0–1 FC Jansberg
Krsthaven 6–3 Sporting Matrolvik
Honeywell & Brighouse 1–2 Knaben Town
Kangemark Sport 1–1 FC Kvist Town
Molsbik Arkjet 2–3 Aestahaade
Sporting Solsholm 4–0 FC Kolberg
BT Klub 1–2 Sorensen Park Rangers

And with that, FC Jansberg are mathematically crowned champions! A scrappy 1-0 victory over FC Nuholm wasn't the most stylish of victories, but Kadell Stevens won't care as he leads his side to a second successive league title. Top scorer Loick Sorensen's 57th minute tap in was the decider, and thanks to Molsbik Arkjet losing out to Aestahaade (#AbelNkutuMasterclass the trending topic on social media), the capital's #1 club strikes again, thanks to former FC Jansberg legend Abel Nkutu's Aestahaade side as much as Loick Sorensen's tap in. Elsewhere, Sporting Saint Adrensburg step closer to safety with a very convincing 6-1 victory over FC York, whilst Krsthaven and Sporting Matrolvik play out a rather entertaining 6-3 thriller, the former the victor thanks to goals from Jamal Barker, Lasse Jensen, Johan Chevron, Gennaro Christie, Jahmari Hexham-Courant and Quame Bridge.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 34
FC Matovallanen 3–0 BT Klub
Sorensen Park Rangers 0–4 Sporting Solsholm
FC Kolberg 0–1 Molsbik Arkjet
Aestahaade 1–3 Kangemark Sport
FC Kvist Town 3–3 Honeywell & Brighouse
Knaben Town 0–1 Krsthaven
Sporting Matrolvik 2–5 FC Nuholm
FC Jansberg 1–0 Eikborg Club
Brondby 1–3 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC York 0–0 Fransborg set Njilkaer

Since we mentioned the statistic of Sporting Matrolvik's 10 wins, 10 draws and 10 losses, obviously we knew the trend would have to change one way or another. Unfortunately for Matthias Karbruck, it's been all losses ever since. FC Nuholm are the latest team to defeat them as they look to scrabble back up from 7th place towards the IFCF qualification spots. Krsthaven are hanging onto that final spot just two points ahead of Eikborg Club who lose out to champions FC Jansberg, whilst Kangemark Sport are still in the mix after a 3-1 win over Aestahaade. BT Klub are still lurking dangerously above the relegation zone after a 3-0 loss to FC Matovallanen, whilst there's no joy at all for Sorensen Park Rangers, Knaben Town or Honeywell & Brighouse, though the latter do salvage a point in their 3-3 draw with FC Kvist Town, allowing them to be 20th on goal difference only.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 35
FC York 0–4 FC Matovallanen
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–1 Brondby
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 4–6 FC Jansberg
Eikborg Club 1–0 Sporting Matrolvik
FC Nuholm 4–0 Knaben Town
Krsthaven 2–2 FC Kvist Town
Honeywell & Brighouse 5–2 Aestahaade
Kangemark Sport 0–4 FC Kolberg
Molsbik Arkjet 0–0 Sorensen Park Rangers
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 BT Klub

The race for IFCF qualification is really hotting up. Molsbik Arkjet have practically confirmed their presence in the Challengers Cup next season anyway so they won't be too fussed about a 0-0 draw to Sorensen Park Rangers, but the other two spots could go to any of Sporting Solsholm, Krsthaven, Eikborg Club or FC Nuholm. The former two don't manage to win today, but the latter two do, and with Kangemark Sport technically still in with a chance (though made harder after losing 4-0 at home to FC Kolberg), it really is going to be close. In the relegation battle, the aforementioned SPR pick up a solitary point whilst there's wins for Honeywell & Brighouse over Aestahaade and BT Klub over Sporting Solsholm. No joy for Knaben Town who are now 20th after their 4-0 loss to FC Nuholm, who ran riot with goals from Neo Sundstrom, Dejon Smith, Chevone Clarke and Guillaume Bartley.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 36
FC Matovallanen 1–1 Sporting Solsholm
BT Klub 1–5 Molsbik Arkjet
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–2 Kangemark Sport
FC Kolberg 2–1 Honeywell & Brighouse
Aestahaade 0–1 Krsthaven
FC Kvist Town 1–3 FC Nuholm
Knaben Town 0–2 Eikborg Club
Sporting Matrolvik 1–2 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
FC Jansberg 1–3 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Brondby 2–1 FC York

With FC Jansberg already crowned champions, they weren't too fussed about a dead rubber game against Fransborg set Njilkaer, who pick up a valuable three points thanks to D'Nero Longa-Mbira's free kick. Wins for Krsthaven and Eikborg Club see Sporting Solsholm drop out of the top four after they draw with FC Matovallanen, whilst FC Nuholm also pick up an encouraging win over FC Kvist Town which puts them closer to the top four than they were last week. At the bottom end of the table, it's still mathmetically possible that any of the five clubs in the relegation battle could go down, though survival is certainly looking the toughest for Knaben Town who need to win their next two games and hope the results of the other clubs involved all go in their favour.

PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 37
Brondby 0–3 FC Matovallanen
FC York 1–1 FC Jansberg
Fransborg set Njilkaer 0–3 Sporting Matrolvik
Sporting Saint Adrensburg 3–1 Knaben Town
Eikborg Club 0–0 FC Kvist Town
FC Nuholm 2–1 Aestahaade
Krsthaven 2–2 FC Kolberg
Honeywell & Brighouse 3–1 Sorensen Park Rangers
Kangemark Sport 1–1 BT Klub
Molsbik Arkjet 3–3 Sporting Solsholm

And relegation is confirmed for Knaben Town. A 3-1 loss to Sporting Saint Adrensburg sees Soren Pedersen's side end their lengthy association with the Premarligaen, and Pedersen promptly hands in his resignation after the game in his post-match conference, leaving assistant manager Kristian Rasmussen to take over in the interim. Sorensen Park Rangers are also going down as they lose out to Honeywell & Brighouse in the pair's most important game of the season, and H&B have a slim but possible chance of survival, being just one point behind of Aestahaade and BT Klub. In the race for IFCF football, remarkably, Krsthaven, Eikborg Club, FC Nuholm and Sporting Solsholm are all tied on 64 points, meaning any two of the four have a chance of qualification. Tense indeed!

Premarligaen                  Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jansberg 37 29 4 4 109 41 +68 91 - Champions, IFCF CL
2 Molsbik Arkjet 37 23 6 8 87 51 +36 75 - IFCF ChC
3 Krsthaven 37 17 13 7 83 55 +28 64
4 Eikborg Club 37 18 10 9 71 47 +24 64
5 FC Nuholm 37 19 7 11 67 46 +21 64
6 Sporting Solsholm 37 19 7 11 64 43 +21 64
...
16 Aestahaade 37 7 13 17 41 58 −17 34
17 BT Klub 37 7 13 17 34 61 −27 34
18 Honeywell & Brighouse 37 9 6 22 40 76 −36 33
19 Sorensen Park Rangers 37 5 14 18 29 56 −27 29 - Relegated
20 Knaben Town 37 6 9 22 29 65 −36 27 - Relegated


PREMARLIGAEN
MATCHDAY 38
FC Matovallanen 0–1 Molsbik Arkjet
Sporting Solsholm 0–1 Kangemark Sport
BT Klub 3–3 Honeywell & Brighouse
Sorensen Park Rangers 1–1 Krsthaven
FC Kolberg 1–4 FC Nuholm
Aestahaade 1–6 Eikborg Club
FC Kvist Town 1–0 Sporting Saint Adrensburg
Knaben Town 1–1 Fransborg set Njilkaer
Sporting Matrolvik 2–2 FC York
FC Jansberg 1–1 Brondby

Honeywell & Brighouse needed a win over relegation rivals BT Klub to fully secure their safety, given BT and Aestahaade's superior goal difference. Arguably one of the most exciting, end-to-end games of the season, H&B looked like they'd clinched survival 82 minutes in when Remy Baptiste slotted home past D'Karl Martin. However, a rapid counterattack just a minute later saw Oreo Jones pop up in the box to tap home past Jeancarlo Abercourtenne. H&B threw the kitchen sink at BT in a frenzied final few minutes, but ultimately it wasn't enough, and their solitary season in the Premarligaen ends in relegation back to the 2Ligaen. In the IFCF race, well, where do we start? Eikborg Club took no chances whatsoever against Aestahaade who were battered 6-1, whilst FC Nuholm also didn't run any risks against FC Kolberg with a 4-1 win at Quayside. Krsthaven could only muster a draw against the already relegated Sporting Saint Adrensburg, whilst Sporting Solsholm, arguably the neutral's favourite, cruelly lost out to Kangemark Sport thanks to a late goal from Kevin Lindegaard. So that's that, the Premarligaen draws to a close after anothing exciting year - let's have a look at the league table!

2051/52 Premarligaen          Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Jansberg 38 29 5 4 110 42 +68 92 - Champions, IFCF CL
2 Molsbik Arkjet 38 24 6 8 88 51 +37 78 - IFCF ChC
3 Eikborg Club 38 19 10 9 77 48 +29 67 - IFCF ChC
4 FC Nuholm 38 20 7 11 71 47 +24 67 - IFCF ChC

5 Krsthaven 38 17 14 7 84 56 +28 65
6 Sporting Solsholm 38 19 7 12 64 44 +20 64
7 Kangemark Sport 38 18 9 11 76 66 +10 63
8 FC Kvist Town 38 15 11 12 53 55 −2 56
9 FC Matovallanen 38 16 7 15 60 45 +15 55
10 Fransborg set Njilkaer 38 13 9 16 54 67 −13 48
11 FC York 38 12 12 14 48 66 −18 48
12 FC Kolberg 38 13 7 18 55 67 −12 46
13 Sporting Saint Adrensburg 38 11 12 15 54 59 −5 45
14 Sporting Matrolvik 38 11 11 16 46 58 −12 44
15 Brondby 38 11 10 17 35 56 −21 43
16 BT Klub 38 7 14 17 37 64 −27 35
17 Aestahaade 38 7 13 18 42 64 −22 34
18 Honeywell & Brighouse 38 9 7 22 43 79 −36 34 - Relegated
19 Sorensen Park Rangers 38 5 15 18 30 57 −27 30 - Relegated
20 Knaben Town 38 6 10 22 30 66 −36 28 - Relegated


Before we take a look at how the rest of the leagues panned out, let's see what happened in the last two cup finals...

SFA TROPHY
FINAL
Kangemark Docklands 2–0 Habangen Town

Goals from Ramell Donnell and Matisse Cole secured success for Kangemark Docklands, who had arguably been the strongest team in the competition. Habangen Town fought bravely, with impressive performances from the young goalkeeper Donato Johansson and midfielders Graeme Marshall-Jonsson and Neville Kasengu, but Docklands' attacking quartet of playmaker Cole, wingers Mello Kvist and Tyriq Burgess, and striker Donnell was just too much for Habangen. Kvist's floated cross 17 minutes in was met by a glancing header from Donnell after losing his marker, whilst Cole orchestrated a wonderful counter-attacking display before playing a neat one-two with Burgess before placing it past the outstretched glove of Johansson just after the hour mark.

SFA CUP
FINAL
Eikborg Club 0–2 FC Jansberg

And the grand event to close the season! For the neutrals, it was slightly disappointing to see the same match-up that composed the Metro Cup final, though both teams named different (and each much stronger) starting lineups. Eikborg Club almost took an early lead through top scorer this season Kyren Yeboah, after Hakim Masters played through a lovely through ball into his path. Yeboah shook off Mark Bonstrom before unleashing a cracking shot that stung the palms of Russell Boakye-Yiadom, and certainly woke up a dazed looking FC Jansberg. Chris Simmonds came close for them twice, his initial shot saved by the feet of Jayreece DeCourtney, and could only turn his rebound shot inches wide of the post. FC Jansberg would take the lead just before half-time however, with captain Stephen Boakye-Gyan heading home from D'Jean Hamilton's corner, and Chris Simmonds would get his well deserved goal minutes before the hour mark after a ferocious half volley left DeCourtney rooted to the spot. Eikborg never gave up, and came close again through Yeboah and strike partner Johan Larsen, but in the end it wasn't to be, and FC Jansberg completed a clean sweep of all eligible domestic trophies. On that note, legendary manager Kadell Stevens announced his retirement at the end of the season, and Jansberg fans will now focus their attention on who will replace him at the helm.
Eikborg Club: DeCourtney; Andrews (c), Radosavljević (Micklefield 88), Delaware; Kangwa, Nuuk (Purcell 63), Slatkin (Seidu 88), Milosevic; Masters; K Yeboah, Larsen.
FC Jansberg: Boakye-Yiadom; Rasmussen, Bonstrom (Bokadi-Brown 67), Boakye-Gyan (c), Ritchie; Mandanda (Eccleson 70), Sommer; Hamilton, Cortonwood, Simmonds; Sorensen (Kjaer 85)


Now for a quick glance at the rest of the league system:

2051/52 2LIGAEN
Jansberg Laguna bounce back up on the first attempt as league champions, whilst KA Eastlands will also return to the fold after finishing in third place. The biggest shock of the season is easily OS23 however, Lig1 winners last year. Most expected them to have had a solid season, but Jakob Larsen's side defied all expectations finishing second as they enter the Premarligaen for the first time next season. Good seasons also for the likes of Aalemark Sport, FC Nordsem and Monksgate Borough, who will surely be amongst the promotion favourites for next year. At the bottom, Aaadesbrigg Klub can count themselves very lucky as they survive by a point, whilst ORLOSport and perhaps surprisingly Brickland Klub and Adjurgen will be playing in the Lig1 next year.

2051/52 2Ligaen		   Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Jansberg Laguna 46 25 11 10 76 43 +33 86 - Champions, Promoted, IFCF LBCT
2 OS23 46 23 10 13 56 42 +14 79 - Promoted, IFCF LBCT
3 KA Eastlands 46 22 12 12 51 33 +18 78 - Promoted, IFCF LBCT

4 Aalemark Sport 46 20 13 13 66 41 +25 73
5 FC Nordsem 46 20 11 15 52 39 +13 71
6 Monksgate Borough 46 21 8 17 50 49 +1 71
7 Copenbrok Klub 46 19 12 15 57 45 +12 69
8 Simethagen 46 17 16 13 44 34 +10 67
9 Sudnordics 46 17 15 14 48 49 −1 66
10 Arkrau Klub 46 17 11 18 57 54 +3 62
11 Colchester & Baxwell 46 15 17 14 45 42 +3 62
12 Yorligenen 46 15 17 14 41 45 −4 62
13 FC Makslem 46 16 14 16 44 51 −7 62
14 Batstrom 212 46 16 11 19 48 52 −4 59
15 Rumenlo Sapruna 46 17 7 22 46 53 −7 58
16 Molsbik Kadet 46 13 18 15 37 39 −2 57
17 FC Slatslo 46 14 15 17 40 53 −13 57
18 Lindenshalle-Knutsunde 46 15 10 21 44 54 −10 55
19 Aerlo Sport 46 16 7 23 37 50 −13 55
20 Yaande 46 16 6 24 41 54 −13 54
21 Aaadesbrigg Klub 46 13 14 19 35 46 −11 53
22 ORLOSport 46 14 10 22 35 55 −20 52 - Relegated
23 Brickland Klub 46 11 18 17 42 58 −16 51 - Relegated
24 Adjurgen 46 12 13 21 35 46 −11 49 - Relegated


2051/52 LIG1
FC Sjordsbrik bounce back up on the first try as league champions, whilst they are joined in promotion by Baton Lodge and Copenbrok South Side. Tromso FK would find themselves unlucky not to be joining them in promotion, and will hope that they can keep hold of player of the season Mikael Eccleton. Disaster for FC Helm as they suffer consecutive relegations, whilst BK Hanningborg were not expected by many to also face the drop after after their 11th place finish last year. Finqar Atletiik will join them in Lig2 after also suffering a poor season, whilst FC Sunde will count themselves lucky they're not joining them.

2051/52 Lig1     	  Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Sjordsbrik 46 26 9 11 53 34 +19 87 - Champions, Promoted
2 Baton Lodge 46 23 7 16 53 45 +8 76 - Promoted
3 Copenbrok South Side 46 20 15 11 56 46 +10 75 - Promoted

4 East Fransborg Town 46 21 12 13 57 48 +9 75
5 Tromso FK 46 20 13 13 52 38 +14 73
6 Aarland BK 46 19 16 11 44 30 +14 73
7 Storso FK 46 21 9 16 46 39 +7 72
8 Caastenholm IF 46 20 11 15 48 37 +11 71
9 Hjarmanden IF 46 18 14 14 42 36 +6 68
10 Draslo IF 46 17 16 13 41 34 +7 67
11 East Krsthaven United 46 20 6 20 46 46 0 66
12 Denmark Town 46 19 8 19 55 53 +2 65
13 FC Arkrau 46 17 13 16 38 35 +3 64
14 Mostenstad IF 46 14 18 14 41 41 0 60
15 Danurhagen 46 16 12 18 47 49 −2 60
16 Knutholm FK 46 17 9 20 43 46 −3 60
17 Eskenhammer MK 46 18 6 22 40 46 −6 60
18 Blokhus FC 46 16 9 21 39 51 −12 57
19 Haxstad AFK 46 12 18 16 37 41 −4 54
20 Grove Klub 46 16 5 25 33 43 −10 53
21 FC Sunde 46 13 11 22 39 53 −14 50
22 BK Hanningborg 46 15 3 28 39 57 −18 48 - Relegated
23 FC Helm 46 11 12 23 27 47 −20 45 - Relegated
24 Finqar Atletiik 46 11 12 23 34 55 −21 45 - Relegated


2051/52 LIG2
More consecutive relegations as FC Aarevik and Eikland Sport drop out of the professional pyramid into non-league after only just being relegated from Lig1 last year, whilst Nordluune return to the Konferuuns Natunol after struggling to keep afloat in Lig2. At the top end, not many expected Svaedholm Klub to win the league, but a strong campaign thanks to the goals of Daniel Eriksgaard and Poul Larsen sees them promoted alongside Briggate Town and AB Sonen, the former one of the stars of the Metro Cup this season, knocking out several bigger clubs along their journey.

2051/52 Lig2      	   Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Svaedholm Klub 46 26 5 15 59 44 +15 83 - Champions, Promoted
2 Briggate Town 46 23 11 12 53 29 +24 80 - Promoted
3 AB Sonen 46 22 13 11 53 35 +18 79 - Promoted

4 Jurlundhaus 46 20 13 13 56 45 +11 73
5 Normenberg Fjords 46 18 17 11 44 39 +5 71
6 Bylderup IF 46 20 9 17 49 47 +2 69
7 Reksberg Sanerklub 46 17 16 13 59 51 +8 67
8 Yespen IF 46 19 10 17 52 50 +2 67
9 FC Jorgerstrom 46 18 13 15 46 45 +1 67
10 Nuholm Northgate 46 17 14 15 45 37 +8 65
11 Haalo IF 46 19 8 19 54 50 +4 65
12 Aero Club 46 17 14 15 53 49 +4 65
13 Saint Mikkel Monastery 46 17 11 18 43 47 −4 62
14 Bondlund United 46 16 13 17 38 41 −3 61
15 Andersholm FC 46 15 15 16 40 41 −1 60
16 FC Anderstad 46 16 11 19 50 52 −2 59
17 FC Reglanvik 46 15 14 17 45 47 −2 59
18 Raakevik Sport 46 12 21 13 38 48 −10 57
19 AB Rutskirke 46 12 19 15 57 55 +2 55
20 Snaadhagen Klub 46 15 10 21 46 51 −5 55
21 Kalugenhaven 46 11 15 20 29 44 −15 48
22 FC Aarevik 46 12 12 22 50 69 −19 48 - Relegated
23 Nordluune 46 11 14 21 45 65 −20 47 - Relegated
24 Eikland Sport 46 10 10 26 26 49 −23 40 - Relegated


2051/52 KONFERUUNS NATUNOL
Kangemark Docklands walk the league as expected, and they're joined in Lig2 next season by AFC Eikborg and Eastbridge Town. Meanwhile, it's goodbye to Nordsunde & Kjaer FC (Konferuuns Nord) and Susland AK & Larsson Bay Defence (Konferuuns Sud) who suffer relegation.

2051/52 Konferuuns Natunol     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Kangemark Docklands 38 28 8 2 84 25 +59 92 - Champions, Promoted
2 AFC Eikborg 38 25 4 9 77 34 +43 79 - Promoted
3 Eastbridge Town 38 22 6 10 41 25 +16 72 - Promoted

4 Kolberg Harbour 38 18 10 10 48 33 +15 64
5 Karlesfarne Town 38 19 6 13 44 36 +8 63
6 Aakesborg IF 38 16 5 17 38 43 −5 53
7 Motterlund Sport 38 13 12 13 32 35 −3 51
8 Stevenstad IF 38 13 11 14 42 42 0 50
9 Hallenburg FK 38 14 8 16 40 45 −5 50
10 Mossholm Sport 38 12 13 13 42 42 0 49
11 Brandt-Brigg FC 38 12 12 14 44 42 +2 48
12 Strand Rovers 38 13 9 16 33 39 −6 48
13 FC1. Sonderstad 38 13 9 16 33 49 −16 48
14 Motrenaxe BK 38 13 8 17 29 41 −12 47
15 Lindt Island 38 13 7 18 35 40 −5 46
16 Farnhamstad FK 38 11 10 17 30 47 −17 43
17 Nordsunde 38 9 12 17 35 53 −18 39 - Relegated
18 Kjaer FC 38 9 11 18 28 45 −17 38 - Relegated
19 Susland AK 38 9 8 21 26 42 −16 35 - Relegated
20 Larsson Bay Defence 38 7 13 18 31 54 −23 34 - Relegated


2051/52 KONFERUUNS NORD
2051/51 Konferuuns Nord     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 South Solsholm Athletic 42 27 6 9 72 36 +36 87 - Champions, Promoted
2 Laansjande Arkjet 42 23 12 7 51 30 +21 81 - Promoted

3 Hockberg Rovers 42 18 11 13 61 48 +13 65
4 Snowmount AFK 42 16 16 10 47 39 +8 64
5 Nordenhalle Bay 42 18 10 14 41 40 +1 64
6 Jonneslund IF 42 17 12 13 63 51 +12 63
7 Yohanstad United 42 18 9 15 47 37 +10 63
8 St Isaac Rovers 42 16 12 14 32 35 −3 60
9 Knebbsrigge 42 15 14 13 43 37 +6 59
10 Tornado Haeden 42 17 8 17 41 41 0 59
11 Norhagen Town 42 16 11 15 38 38 0 59
12 Yonasberg United 42 16 11 15 43 47 −4 59
13 Sudsunde 42 14 13 15 49 42 +7 55
14 Metrenheim-Barsjor 42 15 10 17 52 55 −3 55
15 Kollenstad MK 42 14 11 17 39 45 −6 53
16 Martensbrough 42 13 13 16 37 33 +4 52
17 Knutsen-Lind AFK 42 13 13 16 37 52 −15 52
18 Arken United 42 12 15 15 38 42 −4 51
19 Sorstrom Club 42 13 8 21 40 58 −18 47
20 Maklenstad United 42 10 15 17 31 47 −16 45
21 Morling United 42 11 5 26 29 54 −25 38
22 Nu Hemlo FK 42 8 9 25 36 60 −24 33


2051/52 KONFERUUNS SUD
2051/52 Konferuuns Sud     Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 AC Jordensfarne 42 23 9 10 56 35 +21 78 - Champions, Promoted
2 Pedelsborg IF 42 20 13 9 46 26 +20 73 - Promoted

3 Stefansburgh Monastery 42 18 18 6 42 22 +20 72
4 Arlo FK 42 19 14 9 47 33 +14 71
5 Sandestrom United 42 19 14 9 45 34 +11 71
6 Nuholm Green 42 21 6 15 44 30 +14 69
7 Furulund-Mjaanes 42 20 7 15 50 40 +10 67
8 FC Sorensberg 42 17 14 11 48 34 +14 65
9 Elspen MK 42 18 10 14 56 41 +15 64
10 Motte Rovers 42 18 10 14 40 35 +5 64
11 Dieterstrom Rovers 42 15 18 9 46 32 +14 63
12 Habangen Town 42 17 8 17 48 42 +6 59
13 Steffan Mauyen FC 42 16 7 19 42 42 0 55
14 Lindesfaer Klub 42 13 12 17 30 34 −4 51
15 Morlo IK 42 11 16 15 40 53 −13 49
16 FC Skretteberg 42 14 6 22 37 55 −18 48
17 NB Polding 42 12 10 20 32 47 −15 46
18 FC Breistrand 42 12 10 20 34 51 −17 46
19 Morlen FC 42 13 6 23 41 66 −25 45
20 Lundburgh AFK 42 11 11 20 34 53 −19 44
21 Nu Branklo 42 10 8 24 30 54 −24 38
22 Svaedsburgh 42 6 11 25 22 51 −29 29


And now for a brief look at how the elite youth leagues panned out...

U20 Premarligaen 2051/52          Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 Eikborg Club U20 38 25 5 8 78 42 +36 80 - Champions, SFA Youth Invitational
2 Krsthaven U20 38 24 8 6 58 27 +31 80
3 FC Jansberg U20 38 22 9 7 63 31 +32 75
4 FC Nuholm U20 38 21 8 9 47 28 +19 71
5 SNA South U20 38 19 12 7 55 35 +20 69
6 Molsbik Arkjet U20 38 20 9 9 51 37 +14 69
7 Kangemark Sport U20 38 18 12 8 68 39 +29 66
8 Sporting Solsholm U20 38 15 13 10 42 32 +10 58
9 Sporting Saint Adrensburg U20 38 17 7 14 38 34 +4 58
10 SNA West U20 38 14 10 14 40 38 +2 52
11 SNA North U20 38 15 3 20 43 44 −1 48
12 FC Kolberg U20 38 12 11 15 37 41 −4 47
13 SNA East U20 38 13 7 18 33 39 −6 46
14 Fransborg set Njilkaer U20 38 11 8 19 40 48 −8 41
15 FC York U20 38 12 4 22 40 56 −16 40
16 Sporting Matrolvik U20 38 11 7 20 34 55 −21 40
17 Jansberg Laguna U20 38 8 9 21 34 67 −33 33
18 KA Eastlands U20 38 7 10 21 30 70 −40 31
19 Sorensen Park Rangers U20 38 6 9 23 35 66 −31 27
20 FC Matovallanen U20 38 5 9 24 30 67 −37 24


U18 Premarligaen 2051/52          Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
1 FC Nuholm U18 38 27 6 5 72 27 +45 87 - Champions, SFA Youth Invitational
2 Krsthaven U18 38 24 10 4 65 24 +41 82
3 Eikborg Club U18 38 23 8 7 67 26 +41 77
4 Molsbik Arkjet U18 38 21 11 6 48 29 +19 74
5 FC Jansberg U18 38 21 9 8 67 28 +39 72
6 Kangemark Sport U18 38 18 7 13 50 42 +8 61
7 Fransborg set Njilkaer U18 38 17 7 14 51 41 +10 58
8 Sporting Solsholm U18 38 16 9 13 50 47 +3 57
9 FC Kolberg U18 38 15 6 17 37 39 −2 51
10 Sporting Saint Adrensburg U18 38 13 10 15 33 39 −6 49
11 Sporting Matrolvik U18 38 13 9 16 43 53 −10 48
12 FC Matovallanen U18 38 12 10 16 31 41 −10 46
13 SNA South U18 38 12 9 17 37 36 +1 45
14 SNA North U18 38 10 14 14 39 50 −11 44
15 SNA West U18 38 10 11 17 34 39 −5 41
16 Sorensen Park Rangers U18 38 9 14 15 31 51 −20 41
17 SNA East U18 38 10 10 18 24 42 −18 40
18 FC York U18 38 6 9 23 35 63 −28 27
19 Jansberg Laguna U18 38 7 6 25 28 66 −38 27
20 KA Eastlands U18 38 4 9 25 22 81 −59 21


SFA YOUTH CUP 2051/52
FINAL
Molsbik Arkjet U18 4-3 Kangemark Sport U18
The Republic of Semarland
Capital: Jansberg - Demonym: Semar/Semarlandic - Trigramme: SEM
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Hosted: Trindl Cup I/II, Baptism of Fire 68
Champions: Meski Cup I, 5AS WC II, U18 WC I
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<Jeck> If Sem RPs as much as he transfers, next cycle we're all screwed
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2051/52 SFA AWARDS
2051/52 PREMARLIGAEN
Manager of the Season:
1. Kadell Stevens (FC Jansberg)
2. Kwame Cole (Molsbik Arkjet)
3. Andre Carlstadt (Sporting Solsholm)
Player of the Season:
1. D'Jean Hamilton (FC Jansberg)
2. Loick Sorensen (FC Jansberg)
3. John Omrore (Molsbik Arkjet)
Young Player of the Season (U20):
1. Kyren Yeboah (Eikborg Club)
2. Ramello Marshall (Kangemark Sport)
3. Jahmari Hexham-Courant (Krsthaven)
Top Goalscorers:
25 - Loick Sorensen (FC Jansberg)
24 - Gennaro Christie (Krsthaven)
24 - Kyren Yeboah (Eikborg Club)
21 - Bismark Boateng (Molsbik Arkjet)
20 - Ramello Marshall (Kangemark Sport)
Top Assisters:
21 - Chevone Clarke (FC Nuholm)
18 - Jamal Barker (Krsthaven)
17 - Hakim Masters (Eikborg Club), Nahom Teklemariam (Kangemark Sport)
16 - D'Jean Hamilton (FC Jansberg), Kyrone Paris (Sporting Saint Adrensburg)
15 - Dominik Sommer [VAL] (FC Jansberg), Chris Simmonds (FC Jansberg)
Team of the Season:
GK: Matthias Baxter (FC Nuholm)
DL: Ecuador Sorensen (FC Nuholm)
DC: Shone Andrews (Eikborg Club)
DC: Stephen Boakye-Gyan (FC Jansberg)
DR: Tyrique Ritchie (FC Jansberg)
DMC: Carlos Bergmark (Sporting Solsholm)
MC: John Omrore (Molsbik Arkjet)
AML: Nahom Teklemariam (Kangemark Sport)
AMC: Chevone Clarke (FC Nuholm)
AMR: Chris Simmonds (FC Jansberg)
ST: Loick Sorensen (FC Jansberg)


2051/52 2LIGAEN
Manager of the Season:
1. Jakob Larsen (OS23)
2. Jonjo Jacobsen (Jansberg Laguna)
3. Junde Toonga (KA Eastlands)
Player of the Season:
1. Pascal Marvell (Jansberg Laguna)
2. Prosper Assenso (OS23)
3. Devonte Poynter (KA Eastlands)
Young Player of the Season (U20):
1. Teemu Makonnen (KA Eastlands)
2. Jovon Remy (Jansberg Laguna)
3. Ramarne Byran (Copenbrok Klub)
Top Goalscorers:
28 - Kadeem Clark (Jansberg Laguna)
26 - Thorsten Sorenstrom (OS23)
25 - Teemu Makonnen (KA Eastlands)
Top Assisters:
30 - Prosper Assenso (OS23)
26 - Pascal Marvell (Jansberg Laguna)
23 - Johan Enevoldsen (Batstrom 212)
Team of the Season:
GK: Carl Omari (OS23)
DL: Ibrahim Stamford (OS23)
DC: Donte Bonaventure (Aalemark Sport)
DC: Devonte Poynter (KA Eastlands)
DR: Jovon Remy (Jansberg Laguna)
DMC: Cadell Ramsey (KA Eastlands)
MC: Pascal Marvell (Jansberg Laguna)
AML: Kwame Lateef Addo (FC Makslem)
AMC: Prosper Assenso (OS23)
AMR: Teriq Chandler (Copenbrok Klub)
ST: Kadeem Clark (Jansberg Laguna)


2051/52 LIG1
Manager of the Season:
1. Daniel Enriksen (Copenbrok South Side)
2. Graham Enevoldsen (Caastenholm IF)
3. Matthias Ouse (Baton Lodge)
Player of the Season:
1. Mikael Eccleton (Tromso FK)
2. Jonas Parsberg (Baton Lodge)
3. Valentin Huxley (Aarland BK)
Young Player of the Season (U20):
1. Suab Adedimeji [DSM] (East Fransborg Town)
2. Jens Baxwell (Grove Klub)
3. Gideon Kobu (East Fransborg Town)
Top Goalscorers:
26 - Cortell Carlton (Copenbrok South Side)
25 - Jonas Giraud (Baton Lodge)
23 - Donell Matthews (Caastenholm IF)
Top Assisters:
33 - Mikael Eccleton (Tromso FK)
29 - Valentin Huxley (Aarland BK)
24 - Jens Baxwell (Grove Klub)
Team of the Season:
GK: Per Rochemback (Baton Lodge)
DL: Anders Silkborg (Knutholm FK)
DC: Jordan Mabele (Baton Lodge)
DC: Maartin Korlen (FC Arkrau)
DR: Erik Richards (FC Sjordsbrik)
DMC: Jevaiah Ritchie-Round (Copenbrok South Side)
MC: Jonas Parsberg (Baton Lodge)
AML: Emrik Kristian (FC Sjordsbrik)
AMC: Mikael Eccleton (Tromso FK)
AMR: Valentin Huxley (Aarland BK)
ST: Cortell Carlton (Copenbrok South Side)


2051/52 LIG2
Manager of the Season:
1. DeMarco Matthews (Svaedholm Klub)
2. Christian Outerbridge (AB Sonen)
3. Moise Mputu (Briggate Town)
Player of the Season:
1. Corsair Kinsombe (Briggate Town)
2. Gideon Ansah (Svaedholm Klub)
3. Simon Carstairs (FC Jorgerstrom)
Young Player of the Season (U20):
1. Omari Silk (Briggate Town)
2. Anders Berg (Svaedholm Klub)
3. Mikell Oakes (AB Sonen)
Top Goalscorers:
32 - Corsair Kinsombe (Briggate Town)
30 - Daniel Eriksgaard (Svaedholm Klub)
25 - Simon Carstairs (FC Jorgerstrom)
Top Assisters:
27 - Raekwon Richards (Reksberg Sanerklub)
24 - Andre Ashwood (AB Sonen)
23 - Omari Silk (Briggate Town)
Team of the Season:
GK: O'Bryan Mensah (Svaedholm Klub)
DL: Devante Steffansen (Bylderup IF)
DC: Kadell Mackie (Briggate Town)
DC: Gideon Ansah (Svaedholm Klub)
DR: Anders Berg (Svaedholm Klub)
MC: Mikell Oakes (AB Sonen)
MC: Omari Silk (Briggate Town)
AML: Andre Ashwood (AB Sonen)
AMR: Raekwon Richards (Reksberg Sanerklub)
ST: Corsair Kinsombe (Briggate Town)
ST: Simon Carstairs (FC Jorgerstrom)


2051/52 KONFERUUNS NATUNOL
Manager of the Season:
1. Kevin Owusu (Kangemark Docklands)
Player of the Season:
1. Matisse Cole (Kangemark Docklands)
Young Player of the Season (U20):
1. Mello Kvist (Kangemark Docklands)
Top Goalscorers:
28 - Amar Spencer (AFC Eikborg)
26 - Ramell Donnell (Kangemark Docklands)
25 - Arnold Ochoa (Kolberg Harbour)
Top Assisters:
26 - Matisse Cole (Kangemark Docklands)
23 - Mello Kvist (Kangemark Docklands)
20 - Rontell Spencer (AFC Eikborg)
Team of the Season:
GK: Asher Marley (Eastbridge Town)
DL: Kevin Kvist (Karlesfarne Town)
DC: Roquame Cole (Kangemark Docklands)
DC: Roque Larsen (AFC Eikborg)
DR: Isaac Makonnen (Strand Rovers)
DMC: Graeme Marcus (Eastbridge Town)
MC: Marshawn Brotherton (AFC Eikborg)
AML: Mello Kvist (Kangemark Docklands)
AMC: Matisse Cole (Kangemark Docklands)
AMR: Arnold Ochoa (Kolberg Harbour)
ST: Amar Spencer (AFC Eikborg)


2051/52 KONFERUUNS REDJUNOL
Manager of the Season:
1. Akim Green (South Solsholm Athletic)
Player of the Season:
1. Eamon Enevoldsen (South Solsholm Athletic)
Young Player of the Season (U20):
1. Donato Johansson (Habangen Town)
Top Goalscorers:
27 - Eamon Enevoldsen (South Solsholm Athletic)
26 - Eirik Aarle (AC Jordensfarne)
24 - Markel Richards (Hockberg Rovers)
Top Assisters:
26 - Emery Kvist (South Solsholm Athletic)
25 - Nicklas Eriksen (AC Jordensfarne)
23 - Antoine Jorgensen (Laansjande Arkjet)
Team of the Season:
GK: Donato Johansson (Habangen Town)
DL: Solomon Sorensen (South Solsholm Athletic)
DC: Eric Maxwell-Asante (Laansjande Arkjet)
DC: Ashley Compton (AC Jordensfarne)
DR: D'Rique Beckley (Pedelsborg IF)
DMC: Tyron Owusu (Laansjande Arkjet)
MC: Tyriq Kent (AC Jordensfarne)
AML: Emery Kvist (South Solsholm Athletic)
AMC: Antoine Jorgensen (Laansjande Arkjet)
AMR: Nicklas Eriksen (AC Jordensfarne)
ST: Eamon Enevoldsen (South Solsholm Athletic)
The Republic of Semarland
Capital: Jansberg - Demonym: Semar/Semarlandic - Trigramme: SEM
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Hosted: Trindl Cup I/II, Baptism of Fire 68
Champions: Meski Cup I, 5AS WC II, U18 WC I
<Nephara> RETURN OF Sem|Transfers THE PEOPLES' CHAMPION
<Jeck> If Sem RPs as much as he transfers, next cycle we're all screwed
<Yttribia> Sem seems like the sort of guy who'd work at Tesco's and slide his mixtape in each bag

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PREMARLIGAEN 2052/53 - TEAM PREVIEWS - PART ONE


AESTAHAADE:

Stadium: Stadion Aestahaade (42,000); Manager: Abel Nkutu, 61; Captain: Serge Thioune, MC, 30; Star player: Michael Frempong, MC, 25
Last season: 17th; Top scorer: Deisson Sakho, 8
Likely XI (4-3-3): Jonathan Corner; Karl Knutsen, Christian Melville, Ajayi Akpom, Landu Kabila; Kwame Mohammed, Serge Thioune (c), Michael Frempong; Yohan Baxberg, Deisson Sakho, Latrell Honeycombe.
Transfers in: Mathias Batqvist, GK, 18 (academy); Tyrese Clarence, MC, 18 (academy)
Transfers out: Janne Lingard, GK, 25 (Lindenshalle-Knutsunde, free); Steffan Clarstad, MC, 27 (Lindenshalle-Knutsunde, free)
PREVIEW: Abel Nkutu is still tredding on thin ice, it's fair to say, but after last season's 17th place finish saw them narrowly dodge relegation on goal difference only, Aestahaade hardly find themselves in the greatest of financial situations. Therefore, after being kept on by the board, Nkutu has conserved club finances by not signing anyone at all. Two promising academy graduates in goalkeeper Mathias Batqvist and midfield controller Tyrese Clarence are promoted to the first team to replace the outgoing Janne Lingard and Steffan Clarstad, both released upon the end of their contracts and both drop down a division to link up with Lindenshalle-Knutsunde - a club Nkutu used to manage. So, with pretty much the same squad as last season, can Nkutu keep them up? The key to survival will be the likes of Michael Frempong in midfield and top scorer Deisson Sakho, who only managed eight goals last season in comparison to 2050/51's ten. Frempong had attracted interest from several clubs higher up the chain, but was persuaded to stay and fight it out by Nkutu, and fans will gladly take their midfield maestro staying on for another season than a couple million added to the transfer budget.

Tactically, the 4-3-3 isn't a bad setup. Veteran goalkeeper Jonathan Corner may be entering his final season with his contract set to run out in June 2053, whilst Ajayi Akpom is the key man in defence alongside either Christian Melville or Ronell Bailey. Kwame Mohammed is a very promising holding midfielder who screens the defence well, and captain Serge Thioune links Mohammed and Frempong with still the same dynamicism he displayed ten years ago. Midfield is perhaps the strongest area of the team, but in terms of backup it's the relatively untested Clarence plus the somewhat injury prone duo of Valentin Sorensson and Romaine Parfitt as the only alternatives. Up front, Sakho continues to lead the line flanked by Yohan Baxberg and Latrell Honeycombe. Nkutu has the likes of DeShawn Northfield to call on as a secondary striking option, with the 23 year old only managing one less goal than Sakho did last season in the Premarligaen. Overall, it's fair to say the squad doesn't rank as one of the strongest there is in the lower echelons of the league, let alone the entirety - but Nkutu has managed to defy the odds and keep them up for the past couple of seasons. Can he do it again? We think so, just about.
PREDICTION: It's a tough ask for sure, but there is still some star quality in the team, even if it's a handful. It should be enough to stick around for another year. 17th.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Jonathan Corner 34 [SEM]
#2 DR Landu Kabila 31 [SEM]
#3 DL Karl Knutsen 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Ajayi Akpom 26 [SEM]
#5 DC Christian Melville 22 [SEM]
#6 DMC Michael Frempong 25 [SEM]
#7 AMR Markus Jorlsson 29 [SEM]
#8 MC Serge Thioune (c) 30 [SEM]
#9 ST Deisson Sakho 30 [SEM]
#10 AMC Romaine Parfitt 24 [SEM]
#11 AML Yohan Baxberg 27 [SEM]
#12 GK Mathias Batqvist 18 [SEM]
#14 DR Moise Kabila 24 [SEM]
#15 DC Yohan Lindberg 27 [SEM]
#16 DMC Kwame Mohammed 20 [SEM]
#17 ST DeShawn Northfield 23 [SEM]
#18 MC Tyrese Clarence 18 [SEM]
#19 AMR Latrell Honeycombe 20 [SEM]
#20 DMC Valentin Sorensson 22 [SEM]
#21 AML Kevin Riise 31 [SEM]
#22 DC Ronell Bailey 20 [SEM]
#23 DL Johan Clarence 30 [SEM]


BRONDBY:

Stadium: Cloudy Terrace (23,000); Manager: Ricky Gennaro, 50; Captain: Valentino Hattenstrommer, DC, 27; Star player: Pascal Geneva, AMC, 24
Last season: 15th; Top scorer: Johan Carson, 9
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Graham Nordmark; Norse Nkutu, Valentino Hattenstrommer (c), Sander Matthias, Carl Nordland; Marlon Brandyman, Aapo Hex; Moses Courtac, Pascal Geneva, Jevell Colton; Johan Carson.
Transfers in: Maxence Barton, DC, 18 (academy); Sander Matthias, DC, 27 (FC Jansberg, 1M); Axel Pederstrom, DMC, 28 (FC Jansberg, 0.5M); Johan Jacobsen, AMR, 28 (FC Jansberg, 0.5M); Yonando Ramos-Figueira, FW, 18 (academy)
Transfers out: Patrick Sorensen, DC, 21 (Colchester & Baxwell, free); Jordan Knelsberg, DMC, 31 (Colchester & Baxwell, free); Lars Dunk, ST, 33 (Colchester & Baxwell, free)
PREVIEW: There were high hopes for Brondby as a strong pre-season last year for Ricky Gennaro's side looked to set them up in good stead for a solid finish as they returned to the Premarligaen. However, it wasn't to be and Sky Blues fans had to settle for a 15th place finish, perhaps not a true representation of their squad on paper. For those that paid close attention to their campaign, they'll know they were struck with several injury problems that led to extended absences for players such as captain Valentino Hattenstrommer, midfielder Aapo Hex and winer Jevell Colton, but on the plus side, the likes of Moses Courtac and key playmaker Pascal Geneva featured in every single Premarligaen game last season. Gennaro has been busy in the transfer market, continuing to utilise his connection with FC Jansberg, bringing in several squad players from the Premarligaen champions including defender Sander Matthias, who looks set to feature in the starting lineup at the expense of veteran Carl Deschamps based on pre-season lineups so far. Axel Pederstrom and Johan Jacobsen were also brought in to add more depth to the side, but a handful of reserves departed including experienced striker Lars Dunk and midfielder Jordan Knelsberg, who both returned to the second tier.

This season, Gennaro and his squad will aim to improve heavily on that 15th place finish. The additions of Matthias, Pederstrom and Jacobsen from FC Jansberg all bolster the squad, and if the likes of Hattenstrommer, Hex and Colton can keep fit, a high mid-table finish is not out of the question. With Geneva earning well-deserved international recognition (alongside goalkeeper Graham Nordmark, the pair featuring for Semarland in the most recent Brevity Cup), Gennaro will have to be careful not to overwork his stars, and allow the likes of them and Courtac some rest at some point during the season's course. Promising youngsters Jahdell Touran-Sharan and Giourdell Melbourne will be aiming to work their way into the starting XI after featuring on the fringes last season, and there are also high hopes for recent academy graduates Maxence Barton and Yonando Ramos-Figueira, who are both included in the first team squad list after impressing for Brondby's academy sides last season.
PREDICTION: Whilst fans will dream of significant improvement, it's unlikely that they'll get much higher than before. It's not impossible, but Gennaro will be relying heavily on his stars staying fit so 14th seems fair.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Graham Nordmark 27 [SEM]
#2 DR Rune Barker 31 [SEM]
#3 DL Norse Nkutu 32 [SEM]
#4 DC Carl Deschamps 33 [SEM]
#5 DC Valentino Hattenstrommer (c) 27 [SEM]
#6 DMC Marlon Brandyman 28 [SEM]
#7 AMR Jevell Colton 26 [SEM]
#8 MC Aapo Hex 22 [SEM]
#9 ST Johan Carson 29 [SEM]
#10 AMC Pascal Geneva 24 [SEM]
#11 AML Moses Courtac 25 [SEM]
#12 GK Marc Carlstadt 20 [SEM]
#14 MC DeShawn Banton 26 [SEM]
#15 ST Giourdell Melbourne 20 [SEM]
#16 AMR Johan Jacobsen 28 [SEM]
#17 DMC Axel Pederstrom 28 [SEM]
#18 DC Courtney Lancaster 26 [SEM]
#19 DR Carl Nordland 21 [SEM]
#20 AMC Jahdell Touran-Sharan 19 [SEM]
#21 DL Blaise Barker 21 [SEM]
#22 DC Sander Matthias 27 [SEM]
#23 MC Pascal Shuttleworth 19 [SEM]
#24 DC Maxence Barton 18 [SEM]
#25 FW Cayleon Clark 20 [SEM]
#26 FW Yonando Ramos-Figueira 18 [SEM]


BT KLUB:

Stadium: BT Arena (28,000); Manager: Rene Brown, 66; Captain: Gignac Steffansson, DC, 26; Star player: Taymar Sandilands, DMC, 25
Last season: 16th; Top scorer: Oreo Jones, 11
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): D'Karl Martin; Gennaro Asaadu, Gignac Steffansson (c), Montell Brixton, Pierre Johansson; Ramiro Palace, Taymar Sandilands; Amon Chalwe, Mackareo Montreal, Rickeem Bishop; Serge Sonko.
Transfers in: Kamden Homewood [DAR], DC, 26 (Maidenhead United [DAR], free); Per Kjaer, MC, 26 (Sporting Solsholm, free); Myron Masters, FW, 20 (Eikborg Club, free); Marquis Masters, FW, 20 (Eikborg Club, free); Serge Sonko, ST, 21 (FC Jansberg, 0.4M)
Transfers out: Oreo Jones, ST, 24 (Krsthaven, 1.75M)
PREVIEW: Like Brondby, BT Klub were tipped for a decent enough finish for a promoted team, yet Rene Brown's former 2Ligaen champions found themselves finishing in 16th place after quite a disappointing campaign. Fans have been hit hard by the departure of top goalscorer Oreo Jones to Krsthaven, who was by far their most clinical in front of goal last season. Replacing him is 21 year old Serge Sonko, formerly of FC Jansberg, who managed a respectable tally of 7 league goals last season despite being on the periphery of the squad for the majority of the campaign. To compensate, Brown has been quite active in the transfer market, not only bringing in Sonko but several other players. Young attackers, twins Myron and Marquis Masters (younger brothers of former BT Klub legend and current Eikborg Club star Hakim) both return on a permanent basis after spending the last three years at Eikborg Club with their older brother, whilst midfielder Per Kjaer also joins from Sporting Solsholm on a free transfer. Brown has also dipped into international waters with the signing of Darmen defender Kamden Homewood, who joins on a free transfer from Maidenhead United.

Homewood will likely initially find himself as backup to captain Gignac Steffansson and Montell Brixton in central defence, but Brown often shifted to a three-man defence in certain games last season and did find some success with that, so it's likely Homewood would slot in between the two should that be the case. The likes of Kjaer and both Marquis and Myron Masters will likely find themselves as squad players for the majority of the season though, with Kjaer not considered a much stronger alternative to Ramiro Palace or star midfielder Taymar Sandilands, a recent new callup to the Semarland squad. Sonko however will no doubt go straight into the starting lineup at the expense of Jones' departure, with former Krsthaven forwards Raheem Cole and Remy Northgate struggling to make a significant impact in the league last season. A tough season awaits for BT Klub, but survival should be an easy enough mission, although it'll likely by a similar finish to last campaign.
PREDICTION: The loss of Oreo Jones will be a big one, but Serge Sonko should fit in well with the team, despite difference in playing style. Should Sonko keep scoring goals, they'll have no problem avoiding the drop. 16th.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK D'Karl Martin 25 [SEM]
#2 DR Pierre Johansson 27 [SEM]
#3 DL Gennaro Asaadu 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Montell Brixton 29 [SEM]
#5 DC Gignac Steffansson (c) 26 [SEM]
#6 DMC Taymar Sandilands 25 [SEM]
#7 AMR Rickeem Bishop 26 [SEM]
#8 MC Ramiro Palace 24 [SEM]
#9 ST Serge Sonko 21 [SEM]
#10 AMC Mackareo Montreal 27 [SEM]
#11 AML Amon Chalwe 24 [SEM]
#12 GK Ramon Amenku 33 [SEM]
#14 MC Felix Owusu 23 [SEM]
#15 ST Remy Northgate 21 [SEM]
#16 ST Raheem Cole 21 [SEM]
#17 DMC Gaetan Murdock 19 [SEM]
#18 DC Chris Mbele 21 [SEM]
#19 DR Geremiah Lewis 19 [SEM]
#20 AMC Cashon Cognac 20 [SEM]
#21 DL Aapo Lieftinck 18 [SRS]
#22 DC O'Shaye Wilkinson 21 [SEM]
#23 MC Per Kjaer 26 [SEM]
#24 FW Marquis Masters 20 [SEM]
#25 FW Myron Masters 20 [SEM]
#26 DC Kamden Homewood 26 [DAR]


EIKBORG CLUB:

Stadium: Stadion Reyenoord (62,000); Manager: Eric Nti-Bonso, 49; Captain: Shone Andrews, DC, 36; Star player: Hakim Masters, AMC, 28
Last season: 3rd; Top scorer: Kyren Yeboah, 24
Likely XI (3-4-1-2): Jayreece DeCourtney; Shone Andrews (c), Patrick Radosavljević [GLZ], Kortney Delaware; Edgar Kangwa, Jan Nuuk, Wojciech Baptiste [PIS], Songwei Milosevic [YUE/MYT]; Hakim Masters; Johan Larsen, Kyren Yeboah.
Transfers in: Dion Simmonds, GK, 20 (academy); Wojciech Baptiste [PIS], MC, 19 (FC Axel Heiburg [PIS], 2M); Jordan Askern, AMC, 27 (Krsthaven, 1M); Chay Pierre-Ritchie, AMR, 19 (academy); Jashaun Hadleigh, ST, 20 (academy)
Transfers out: Tyron Handon, MC, 22 (FC York, 0.5M); Tevin Rose, AMC, 25 (Fransborg set Njilkaer, 1M); Shakim Sanders, AMR, 29 (Fransborg set Njilkaer, 0.5M); Myron Masters, FW, 20 (BT Klub, free); Marquis Masters, FW, 20 (BT Klub, free); Makhtar Cisse, ST, 21 (OS23, free)
PREVIEW: Third place plus two sets of runners up medals in the SFA Cup & Metro Cup respectively wasn't a bad return for Eric Nti-Bonso's Eikborg Club side, but fans will have the feeling they can always do better - especially when it comes to cup competitions. Not much transfer market activity this year, but the anticipated arrival of highly-rated Polarian midfielder Wojciech Baptiste further bolsters their midfield options. Baptiste, an U21 international and Haapa-Mechelin academy graduate (FC Axel Heiburg for those unaware) comes with such pedigree that will likely go straight into the starting lineup ahead of the impressive Glazgotian Merlin Slatkin or the more defensive minded options in Bayron Purcell or Omari Seidu. Last season saw the likes of then-new arrivals Edgar Kangwa and Yueren-Mytanar dual-national Songwei Milosevic impress down the flanks whilst young striker Kyren Yeboah was the joint-second highest scorer in the league - so the future is most certainly bright on the east coast. The likes of Chay Pierre-Ritchie & Jashaun Hadleigh have also been promoted to the first team squad on an official basis, whilst Krsthaven attacking midfielder Jordan Askern is another new arrival to the club.

With FC Jansberg undergoing quite a significant revamp, now is the chance for Nti-Bonso to seize the opportunity to stake a serious claim for the league title. The competition will no doubt be more intense than ever before, with the likes of Molsbik Arkjet, FC Nuholm and Krsthaven especially itching to get on top. With captain Shone Andrews set to retire in the near future - either this season or the next should the club activate a one year extension in his contract, he'll no doubt want to go finish his playing career in style, with the legendary defender retiring from international duty in the summer. Kangwa, Baptiste, Milosevic and Yeboah are four players with very big futures in the game, and there's still the likes of Pierre-Ritchie, Hadleigh, Jaden Hamilton and Malakai Yeboah making waves from the academy. Hakim Masters will be the creative key through the middle, and with Kyren Yeboah and Johan Larsen (another club legend recently retired from international duty) ready to fire on all cylinders, expect plenty of goals at the Stadion Reyenoord.
PREDICTION: It's going to be a very, very close race for the top 4. Whilst the league title might be inches out of reach just yet, it's certainly not too distant for the future. For now, a respectable 3rd place finish and a good pair of cup runs beckon again.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Jayreece DeCourtney 29 [SEM]
#2 DR Songwei Milosevic 20 [YUE/MYT]
#3 DL Edgar Kangwa 24 [SEM]
#4 DC Kortney Delaware 23 [SEM]
#5 DC Shone Andrews (c) 36 [SEM]
#6 DMC Bayron Purcell 27 [SEM]
#7 AMR Chay Pierre-Ritchie 19 [SEM]
#8 MC Jan Nuuk 26 [SEM]
#9 ST Johan Larsen 31 [SEM]
#10 AMC Hakim Masters 28 [SEM]
#11 AML Jordan Simonsen 27 [SEM]
#12 GK Anders Bickerton 21 [SEM]
#13 GK Dion Simmonds 20 [SEM]
#14 MC Wojciech Baptiste 19 [PIS]
#15 MC Merlin Slatkin 32 [GLZ]
#16 ST Kyren Yeboah 19 [SEM]
#17 DMC Omari Seidu 21 [SEM]
#18 DC Moses Micklefield 20 [SEM]
#19 DR Kevin Kjaer 31 [SEM]
#20 DC Patrick Radosavljević 25 [GLZ]
#21 DL Brandon Boakye 21 [SEM]
#22 DC Mondo Sorensen 20 [SEM]
#23 AMC Jordan Askern 27 [SEM]
#26 ST Jashaun Hadleigh 20 [SEM]


FC JANSBERG:

Stadium: Stadion Jansberg (72,000); Manager: Jermaine Latibeaudiere, 62; Captain: Stephen Boakye-Gyan, DC, 25; Star player: Onni Boes [PIS], DC, 31
Last season: Champions; Top scorer: Loick Sorensen, 25
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Russell Boakye-Yiadom; Kevin Rasmussen, Onni Boes [PIS], Stephen Boakye-Gyan (c), Tyrique Ritchie; Byron Mandanda, Dominik Sommer [VAL]; Nahom Teklemariam, Marcel Cortonwood, Chris Simmonds; Yaw Richards.
Transfers in: Onni Boes [PIS], DC, 31 (East Franz Athletic [PIS], 3.5M); Andre Newbridge, DMC, 20 (academy); Nahom Teklemariam, AML, 21 (Kangemark Sport, 5M); Yaw Richards, ST, 25 (Sporting Saint Adrensburg, 2.5M); Roshane Redbridge, ST, 19 (academy)
Transfers out: Sander Matthias, DC, 27 (Brondby, 1M); Axel Pederstrom, DMC, 28 (Brondby, 0.5M); Isaiah Simms, MC, 21 (Sorensen Park Rangers, free); D'Jean Hamilton, AML, 24 (Pamuk Trunca [MYT], 3.5M); Mohammed Yao, AML, 27 (Molsbik Arkjet, 1.25M); Johan Jacobsen, AMR, 28 (Brondby, 0.5M); Loick Sorensen, ST, 27 (SK Franz Josef City [PIS], undisclosed); Serge Sonko, ST, 21 (BT Klub, 0.4M); Montell Simms, ST, 21 (Sorensen Park Rangers, free)
PREVIEW: After completing the domestic quadruple last season - the Premarligaen title plus the Community Shield, SFA Cup & Metro Cup, legendary manager Kadell Stevens announced his retirement with his assistant Jermaine Latibeaudiere announced as new manager a week later. Latibeaudiere, once a Krsthaven academy player before his playing career was cut short by injury, has around 40 years of coaching experience, yet has never been a first team manager of a top division club. And the 62 year old faces a difficult challenge with his two best players both departing the club - D'Jean Hamilton to Mytanar side Pamuk Trunca, and Loick Sorensen to Polarian side SK Franz Josef City. Latibeaudiere has splashed the cash, bringing in Nahom Teklemariam (matching Kangemark Sport's release clause of 5M) and former academy player Yaw Richards (Sporting Saint Adrensburg) to replace the duo, whilst Polar Islandstates' national team defender Onni Boes joins from East Franz Athletic. Several squad players also depart, including Mohammed Yao (Molsbik Arkjet) and Serge Sonko (BT Klub), whilst trio Sander Matthias, Axel Pederstrom and Johan Jacobsen all link up with Brondby, and twins Isaiah and Montell Simms make their loan deals with inter-city rivals Sorensen Park Rangers permanent despite suffering relegation.

Latibeaudiere has big shoes to fill, there's no doubt about that. Stevens was one of the Semar game's greatest ever managers, and whilst Latibeaudiere will already go down as one of the greatest coaches, he's unproven as a manager. The loss of Hamilton and Sorensen will be a crunching blow, and whilst they've got the league's next best left sided winger in Teklemariam, Richards wasn't part of the league's top 10 goalscorers last season. It goes without saying he'll have better service than he did at SSA however, and he'll compete with former FC Nuholm striker Isaac Kjaer and newly promoted Roshane Redbridge (who actually matched Richards' league tally last season with 9 goals) for a starting spot. Boes and Teklemariam are star quality signings, and the emergence of Redbridge and the likes of defender Marlon Bokadi-Brown provide much hope for the future. Therefore, Latibeaudiere stands a good chance at securing the club's third league title in a row. Richards, Redbridge and Kjaer have got good service behind them, and given the chances will surely prove themselves clinical enough - and there's no doubt the midfield of Byron Mandanda and Dominik Sommer is perhaps the strongest pairing the league has to offer, the same with centre-backs Boes and captain Stephen Boakye-Gyan.
PREDICTION: Losing Hamilton and Sorensen would be a killer blow for any team, but FC Jansberg have just enough to secure their third league title in a row. Boes, Teklemariam and Richards are a strong trio of signings, and they should be able to come out as Champions.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Russell Boakye-Yiadom 22 [SEM]
#2 DR Tyrique Ritchie 27 [SEM]
#3 DL Kevin Rasmussen 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Stephen Boakye-Gyan (c) 25 [SEM]
#5 DC Mark Bonstrom 26 [SEM]
#6 DMC Byron Mandanda 22 [SEM]
#7 AMR Chris Simmonds 26 [SEM]
#8 MC Soren Eccleson 28 [SEM]
#9 ST Yaw Richards 25 [SEM]
#10 AMC Marcel Cortonwood 23 [SEM]
#11 AML Nahom Teklemariam 21 [SEM]
#12 GK Richard Lovenkrands 28 [SEM]
#14 MF Dominik Sommer 26 [VAL]
#15 ST Isaac Kjaer 28 [SEM]
#16 ST Roshane Redbridge 19 [SEM]
#17 DMC Andre Newbridge 20 [SEM]
#18 DC Onni Boes 31 [PIS]
#19 MC Mohamed Sarr 21 [SEM]
#20 AMC Tyquan Barnes 19 [SEM]
#21 DR Cortez Bishop 31 [SEM]
#22 DC Karl Newbridge 26 [SEM]
#23 DL Dujon Mundle 19 [SEM]
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Postby Semarland » Tue Jan 23, 2024 9:00 am

PREMARLIGAEN 2052/53 - TEAM PREVIEWS - PART TWO


FC KOLBERG:

Stadium: Quayside (54,000); Manager: Tunji Adebayo, 53; Captain: Andre Driscoll-Glennon, DL, 28; Star player: Glenn Baah, FW, 21
Last season: 12th; Top scorer: Asaiah Chandler, 11
Likely XI (4-2-2-2): Lars Beckerstad; Andre Driscoll-Glennon (c), Karl Arne Steffansson, Shamar Cross, Diego Bonriou; Ishmael Pincross [CMT], Michael Osei; Glenn Baah, Kyneil Rowe; Asaiah Chandler, Isaiah Vikers-Jones [CMT].
Transfers in: Klaus Kallenberger [PIS], DR, 20 (SK Franz Josef City [PIS], free); Ishmael Pincross [CMT], DMC, 24 (Dartford Devils [DAN], 1.5M); Isaiah Vikers-Jones [CMT], ST, 24 (East Bay United [DAN], 1.5M)
Transfers out: Reise Beck, DR, 27 (FC Kvist Town, free); Axel Andersen, DMC, 33 (retired)
PREVIEW: Not the best of campaigns for Tunji Adebayo's FC Kolberg last year as they finished in a somewhat miserable 12th place - which to the average observer might not look too bad, but for a club of FC Kolberg's stature, it's not great at all. Fans are longing for the "old days" when the prospect of then-UICA football was a possibility at Quayside, though they let themselves fall into the trap of getting their hopes up every season. Dare we say it, now might finally be the time they break into the top eight at least, with Adebayo working hard on the recruitment side of things this summer to bring in Chromatik duo Ishmael Pincross and Isaiah Vikers-Jones from Dantopian sides Dartford Devils and East Bay United respectively. Pincross will add some bite and steel in midfield in place of retired captain Axel Andersen, who passes on the armband to full-back and Semarland international Andre Driscoll-Glennon, whilst Vikers-Jones will compliment last season's top scorer Asaiah Chandler up top.

Adebayo has taken the opportunity to experiment tactically in pre-season, with an almost 4-2-4 type paying dividends in their run of warm-up fixtures for the 2052/53 campaign. Semarland international Glenn Baah and a fit-again Kyneil Rowe flank the aforementioned partnershop of Chandler and Vikers-Jones, with Pincross and Michael Osei running the show in midfield. It's not without it's flaws however, despite Pincross and Osei's ability to cover plenty of ground they're not superhuman and they'll always be little holes that need plugging that opposition teams can exploit. Defensively, they look solid, with full-backs Driscoll-Glennon and Diego Bonriou occasionally on the overlap and centre-backs Karl Arne Steffansson and Shamar Cross tough as ever. Look out for the likes of JD Auxerre, Dashon Hamilton and recent import from Polar Islandstates Klaus Kallenberger coming through the academy, whilst 16-year old defensive midfielder Paul Akinsegun is a name to watch more long-term, with perhaps a Metro Cup cameo or two on the cards.
PREDICTION: Things are looking better at Quayside now Tunji Adebayo has finally changed up the cards a bit, and with this new 4-2-2-2 tactic seeing them score a few more goals than they're used to, we think they can use it to their advantage and power up the league. A bit. 8th.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Lars Beckerstad 32 [SEM]
#2 DR Diego Bonriou 26 [SEM]
#3 DL Andre Driscoll-Glennon (c) 28 [SEM]
#4 DC Shamar Cross 28 [SEM]
#5 DC Karl Arne Steffansson 30 [SEM]
#6 DMC Ishmael Pincross 24 [CMT]
#7 AMR Kyneil Rowe 29 [SEM]
#8 MC Michael Osei 27 [SEM]
#9 ST Asaiah Chandler 31 [SEM]
#10 AMC Stefano Bartlett 29 [SEM]
#11 AML Amari Manila 24 [SEM]
#12 GK Karl Figueroa 22 [SEM]
#13 GK Moizez de Pardieu 19 [GVN]
#14 MC Dashon Hamilton 19 [SEM]
#15 ST Porofirio Benitez 34 [FFD]
#16 DMC Niko Poulsen 28 [SEM]
#17 ST Kennedy Chipansa 21 [SEM]
#18 DC JD Auxerre 21 [SEM]
#19 DR Klaus Kallenberger 20 [PIS]
#20 FW Glenn Baah 21 [SEM]
#21 AML Hakan Jonsson 30 [SEM]
#22 DC Jomell Woodman 22 [SEM]
#23 DL Caidon Hannam 20 [SEM]
#24 AMC Solomon Andreasson 24 [SEM]
#26 ST Isaiah Vikers-Jones 24 [CMT]


FC KVIST TOWN:

Stadium: Maklund Lane (16,000); Manager: Marc Strand, 55; Captain: Carlton Jokelainen, DC, 27; Star player: Marcel Fearon, AMC, 21
Last season: 8th; Top scorer: Leo Montpellier, 12
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Sander Pierstad; Yoan Reveillere, Jemell Vereen [DSM], Carlton Jokelainen (c), Mirko Steffen [NPH]; Melchior Richardson, Johan Abramsson; Tre Carlyon, Marcel Fearon, Courtney Banton; Leo Montpellier.
Transfers in: Reise Beck, DR, 27 (FC Kolberg, free)
Transfers out: Tobias Norregaard, DR, 22 (Aaadesbrigg Klub, free)
PREVIEW: Owner Rasmus Hanmanby had publicly commended club manager Marc Strand for his resourcefulness many times, but last summer he instructed Strand to splash the cash a bit. And he did, spending roughly £5,000,000 bringing in a host of players to upgrade the side, including full-backs Yoan Reveillere and Mirko Steffen, and striker Leo Montpellier. It paid dividends, as Strand secured a very respectable eighth place finish for what is the smallest Premarligaen club by stadium size and area population. This year, Strand hasn't made any real changes to his squad, bar Reise Beck joining on a free transfer to replace the outgoing Tobias Norregaard, who drops down a division to link up with Aaadesbrigg Klub. Whether that's the right move by Strand, he clearly has enough confidence and faith in his squad to maybe even go better than last season.

Marcel Fearon is the key creative outlet, with the young playmaker highly sought after by some of the bigger clubs in the league, along with left winger Tre Carlyon. The pair are still only 21 years of age, but fans will hope they see out their peak years at Maklund Lane rather than at a rival club in the division. Leo Montpellier was brought in to replace Maxwell Jorgensen last season and the former KA Eastlands striker had a strong start to life in Kvist, racking up 12 goals - four more than Jorgensen's return in 2050/51. Captain Carlton Jokelainen is a very strong presence at the back, and his partnership with Dutch Semarland international Jemell Vereen is amongst one of the more secure in the league on paper. Despite that and the club's strong finish, they were the only top eight side with a negative goal difference, so fans will be hoping this season to see minus turn into plus in that regard. The lack of arrivals may sting, given there isn't exactly a plethora of options off the bench, but we reckon they'll do well enough for another top half finish.
PREDICTION: Not as high as last season, and they'll rely very heavily on the likes of Carlyon, Fearon and Montpellier to propel them into the top half. 10th.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Sander Pierstad 30 [SEM]
#2 DR Mirko Steffen 30 [NPH]
#3 DL Yoan Reveillere 20 [SEM]
#4 DC Carlton Jokelainen (c) 27 [SEM]
#5 DC Jemell Vereen 24 [DSM]
#6 DMC Melchior Richardson 30 [SEM]
#7 AMR Courtney Banton 28 [SEM]
#8 MC Johan Abramsson 31 [SEM]
#9 ST Leo Montpellier 29 [SEM]
#10 AMC Marcel Fearon 21 [SEM]
#11 AML Tre Carlyon 21 [SEM]
#12 GK Solomon Mars 22 [SEM]
#14 MC Maxim Awuah 22 [SEM]
#15 ST Jens Hoyer 22 [SEM]
#16 ST Mikkel Hoyer 22 [SEM]
#17 DR Reise Beck 27 [SEM]
#18 DC Gevell Marcus 30 [SEM]
#19 FW Mads Karl 28 [SEM]
#20 DL Abdoulaye Sarr 26 [SEM]
#21 DMC Jorgen Battle 20 [SEM]
#22 DC Matías Marabotto 34 [FFD]
#23 AMC Maquell Courtois 21 [SEM]
#24 AMR Martin Eirstad 30 [SEM]
#25 AML Jonathan Holstad 30 [SEM]


FC MATOVALLANEN:

Stadium: Stadion Matovallanen (45,000); Manager: Esway Ansah, 49; Captain: Jasper Poulsen, MC, 32; Star player: Daevon Nicholls [MRT/CBR], DC, 21
Last season: 9th; Top scorer: D'Antony Malik, 15
Likely XI (4-4-1-1): Ekim Bailey; Nyron Morrison, Daevon Nicholls [MRT/CBR], Ashley Matthews, Emar Ecclesfield; Jokum Parwell, René Delcroix [FFD], Simon Sinyangwe, Andre Ayandu; Tyrique Palmtree; D'Antony Malik.
Transfers in: Cade Batford, DC, 20 (Honeywell & Brighouse, 0.25M); Nestor Baffour-Paintsil, DC, 20 (academy)
Transfers out: Christian Yohannes, DC, 26 (Copenbrok Klub, free); Mikkael Lindstrom, DC, 27 (Copenbrok Klub, free)
PREVIEW: From 15th place in 2050/51 to 9th place last season, fans were very pleased indeed with Esway Ansah's side as they managed to return to the top 10 after a few seasons out of it. Similar to FC Kvist Town, fans are a little surprised that Ansah chose not to take part as much in the transfer market, with just young defender Cade Batford joining from the relegated Honeywell & Brighouse, but Ansah has declared in press conferences he has full faith in his side from last season to continue making a push for the top 10. There's a few weak spots in the XI, especially on the wings, with both Jokum Parwell and Andre Ayandu struggling to stay fit last season, but the attacking pair of Tyrique Palmtree and D'Antony Malik - who contributed 24 goals between them (almost half of the club's 60 goals in the league) will be key to their success. Defensively, they're looking strong, with the dual Mertian-Cobrian centre-half Daevon Nicholls and former fringe player Ashley Matthews' partnership last season one of the highlights of the team.

The arrival of Cade Batford plus the promotion of the very impressive Nestor Baffour-Paintsil solidifies the defence a little also, with last season's former starters-turned-backups Christian Yohannes and Mikkael Lindstrom both departing for Copenbrok Klub on free transfers. Ansah boasts squad depth in most areas, with the likes of Patrick Mbidi, Tyriq Blakeley and Jerry Chiluba all impressing in their cameos last season. Captain Jasper Poulsen may feel disheartened he's not involved in the starting XI as much as he used to, but his presence in the squad is invaluable and he's tipped to join the coaching staff upon his retirement from playing, whenever that may be. In his absence, Nicholls has been an excellent captain. Some were surprised Ansah elected to hand the armband to such a new player, but his doubters were proven wrong after taking account of his displays in the centre of defence.
PREDICTION: Ansah has got the ball rolling on the East Coast, and we think he can keep it up. 9th.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Ekim Bailey 23 [SEM]
#2 DR Jordan Mukendi 27 [SEM]
#3 DL Richmond Frempong 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Ashley Matthews 27 [SEM]
#5 DC Daevon Nicholls 21 [MRT/CBT]
#6 DMC Simon Sinyangwe 31 [SEM]
#7 AMR Andre Ayandu 30 [SEM]
#8 MC Jasper Poulsen (c) 32 [SEM]
#9 ST D'Antony Malik 28 [SEM]
#10 AMC Tyrique Palmtree 27 [SEM]
#11 AML Jokum Parwell 30 [SEM]
#12 GK Karl Johansson 32 [SEM]
#14 MC René Delcroix 31 [FFD]
#15 DC Nestor Baffour-Paintsil 20 [SEM]
#16 ST Marc-Diego Praline 20 [SEM]
#17 ST Jeremiah Chiluba 21 [SEM]
#18 MC Hassan Cisse 21 [SEM]
#19 DR Emar Ecclesfield 21 [SEM]
#20 DMC Patrick Mbidi 24 [SEM]
#21 DL Nyron Morrison 27 [SEM]
#22 DC Cade Batford 20 [SEM]
#23 AMC Tyriq Blakeley 21 [SEM]
#26 FW Miko Eriksen 21 [SEM]


FC NUHOLM:

Stadium: NU:Arena (60,000); Manager: Tunji Tunde, 56; Captain: Matthias Baxter, GK, 35; Star player: Chevone Clarke, AMC, 25
Last season: 4th; Top scorer: Neo Sundstrom, 17
Likely XI (4-2-3-1): Matthias Baxter (c); Ecuador Sorensen, Pascal Melbourne, Donell Brandon, Revell Gatley; Johannes Round, Johan Chevron; Rassam Karlsen, Chevone Clarke, Kyrone Paris; Neo Sundstrom.
Transfers in: Elia Eggum [PIS], GK, 20 (SK Nasjonale Hauker [PIS], free); Jovon Batley, DL, 29 (Krsthaven, 0.25M); Revell Gatley, DR, 29 (Honeywell & Brighouse, 0.5M); Johan Chevron, MC, 27 (Krsthaven, 3M); Rassam Karlsen, AML, 24 (Krsthaven, 2M); Kyrone Paris, AMR, 27 (Sporting Saint Adrensburg, 3.5M)
Transfers out: Florent Richardson, GK, 22 (Lindenshalle-Knutsunde, free); Matthias Mabgate, DL, 29 (Arkrau Klub, free); Akim Hanley, DR, 27 (Krsthaven, 2M); Guillaume Bartley, MC, 30 (OS23, free); Johaneko Mulenga, AML, 22 (FC Nordsem, free); Nathan Mukendi, AMR, 23 (FC Nordsem, free)
PREVIEW: Fans were elated as Tunji Tunde's side secured IFCF qualification after missing out in 2050/51, and even more elated when their beloved manager splashed the cash to boost the squad. Almost £10,000,000 was spent - with Tunde raiding Krsthaven in particular after they failed to qualify for international competition. With a handful of squad players departing on free transfers, fans were saddened to lose Guillaume Bartley on a free transfer after the veteran midfielder turned down a new contract to join the newly promoted OS23, whilst fan favourite Akim Hanley departed for Krsthaven. Both losses were outweighed considerably however when you take a look at who Tunde brought in - two full Semarland internationals in midfielder Johan Chevron and winger Kyrone Paris, one of the stars of relegated Honeywell & Brighouse's team in right-back and set-piece specialist Revell Gatley, the very tall young shot-stopper Elia Eggum from Polar Islandstates' SK Nasjonale Hauker, and Krsthaven pair Jovon Batley and Rassam Karlsen. Money well spent, agree the fans.

The arrivals of Chevron, Karlsen and Paris particularly strengthen the squad, and now there's sufficient backup and squad depth, fans feel the club has a genuine chance in IFCF competition as well as the league. As you'll have read before, FC Jansberg have had their squad weakened a bit, closing the gap in competition, meaning this season the top 4 is truly anyone's guess. Whilst Hanley was a big loss at right-back, Gatley is a strong signing. Despite being 29 years old, he still retains the athleticism of a younger player and his set-piece accuracy is second to none. Chevron and Round are as smooth on the ball as can be in midfield, and the addition of Paris - arguably the marquee signing if you had to pick one - is an incredible piece of business at just £3,500,000. Neo Sundstrom managed 17 goals last season - and with a boost in service (we haven't even mentioned star player Chevone Clarke yet, that's how good the team's looking now!) - he will almost certainly break the 20 goals barrier. Clarke will be their key creative threat as always, and look out for brothers Antoine and Richard Likenza, capable of playing on either wing or as #10s, who are definitely learning lots from Clarke, Paris and co. It's going to be an exciting season, and we can't wait to see how it pans out for Tunde's side.
PREDICTION: Whilst the gap in quality has definitely been shortened now, they'll still need time to gel and adjust. A very respectable finish awaits though, and we think they'll do alright in IFCF competition, too. 3rd.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Matthias Baxter (c) 35 [SEM]
#2 DR Revell Gatley 29 [SEM]
#3 DL Ecuador Sorensen 25 [SEM]
#4 DC Donell Brandon 28 [SEM]
#5 DC Pascal Melbourne 24 [SEM]
#6 DMC Johannes Round 27 [SEM]
#7 AMR Dejon Smith 27 [SEM]
#8 MC Johan Chevron 27 [SEM]
#9 ST Neo Sundstrom 21 [SEM]
#10 AMC Chevone Clarke 25 [SEM]
#11 AML Carlos Chamakh 26 [SEM]
#12 GK Elia Eggum 20 [PIS]
#14 MC Johan Ramirez 24 [SEM]
#15 ST Jamal Villa 30 [SEM]
#16 ST Maxwell Jorgensen 30 [SEM]
#17 DMC Kadeem Wade 22 [SEM]
#18 DC Eidur Karlsson 26 [SEM]
#19 DL Jovon Batley 29 [SEM]
#20 AMR Kyrone Paris 27 [SEM]
#21 AML Rassam Karlsen 24 [SEM]
#22 DC Amos Addy 21 [SEM]
#23 AMC Antoine Likenza 19 [SEM]
#24 DR Karl Hoyvik 29 [SEM]


FC YORK:

Stadium: York Road (30,000); Manager: Reiss Nti-Bonso, 47; Captain: Ousseynou Kone, ST, 32; Star player: Nicklas Yohannes, MC, 25
Last season: 11th; Top scorer: Ousseynou Kone, 9
Likely XI (4-4-1-1): Sander Parsen; Bruno Barton, Richard Bonsu, Issah Boampong, Reece Nygaard; Hachikoko Mtonga, Tyron Handon, Nicklas Yohannes, Mats Hutwell; Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne; Ousseynou Kone (c).
Transfers in: Mahlakai Clark, GK, 18 (academy); Johan Vermaelen, DC, 19 (Honeywell & Brighouse, 0.5M); Ludvigs Schmaltz [PIS], DMC, 20 (Rapid Jan Mayen FK [PIS], free); Tyron Handon, MC, 22 (Eikborg Club, 0.5M), Charm Mbola, MC, 18 (academy); Asamoah Frimpong, AML, 19 (academy)
Transfers out: Per Lygaard, MC, 30 (Arkrau Klub, free)
PREVIEW: Solid enough of a season last year for Reiss Nti-Bonso, but fans still feel a cutting edge is lacking. 11th place in our eyes is a good enough finish for a team of FC York's stature, but you have to hand it to their fans who always want to push standards at York Road. Nti-Bonso has listened to fans urging him to continue investing in the side, and has brought in the highly rated centre-back Johan Vermaelen from FC York (perhaps a replacement for Yohannes Weldemichael, who returns to Molsbik Arkjet at the end of his loan) and central midfielder Tyron Handon from Eikborg Club (managed by Nti-Bonso's older brother, Eric). Polarian holding midfielder Ludvigs Schmaltz joins on a free transfer from Rapid Jan Mayen, and Nti-Bonso has turned to the always impressive academy to promote several youngsters. There's very high hopes for goalkeeper Mahlakai Clark and deep lying playmaker Charm Mbola, whilst winger Asamoah Frimpong is almost a mirror in terms of playing style to Hachikoko Mtonga.

Perhaps the biggest positive of last season was the emergence of Nicklas Yohannes. Now 25, Yohannes has spent the majority of his FC York career on the sidelines or when fit, on the fringes of the first team squad. After suffering severe injuries in both knees in his early 20s, Yohannes was tipped to retire, but has overcome the challenges in his path to become one of the most impressive players in the team. There's plenty of depth in midfield, with fans only unsure perhaps about their striking options. Captain Ousseynou Kone is 32 years old now, and backups Armand Kone and Ranell Beckton weren't hugely impressive last season when given the opportunity to start. Fans will hope that the club are kicking themselves on releasing Thorsten Sorenstrom at the end of the 2050/51 campaign, with the striker firing OS23 to promotion last season with a remarkable 26 goals in the 2Ligaen. Should he convert that form to the top tier, there'll be discontent within the fanbase, if especially if none of their strikers break the 10 goal barrier.
PREDICTION: Despite their 11th place finish last season and the signings made, they're not looking as strong as their other competitors in mid-table, which fans feel is a shame. That's just off of pre-season though, and we and most certainly they would love to be proved wrong. 15th.

SQUAD LIST:
No Pos Name Age Nat
#1 GK Sander Parsen 34 [SEM]
#2 DR Lino Motemba 27 [SEM]
#3 DL Bruno Barton 27 [SEM]
#4 DC Issah Boampong 30 [SEM]
#5 DC Kristoffer Melksen 32 [SEM]
#6 DMC Knudt Courtois 24 [SEM]
#7 AMR Mats Hutwell 28 [SEM]
#8 MC Tyron Handon 22 [SEM]
#9 ST Ousseynou Kone (c) 32 [SEM]
#10 AMC Makaiah Ashon-Melbourne 20 [SEM]
#11 AML Hachikoko Mtonga 25 [SEM]
#12 GK Johann Hunt 21 [SEM]
#13 GK Mahlakai Clark 18 [SEM]
#14 AMR Mikkel Fjorsberg 22 [SEM]
#15 DC Johan Vermaelen 19 [SEM]
#16 ST Armand Kone 30 [SEM]
#17 ST Ranell Beckton 22 [SEM]
#18 MC Nicklas Yohannes 25 [SEM]
#19 DR Reece Nygaard 29 [SEM]
#20 DMC Joachim Fjorsberg 22 [SEM]
#21 DL Jorgen den Lind 30 [SEM]
#22 DC Richard Bonsu 21 [SEM]
#23 MC Charm Mbola 18 [SEM]
#24 DMC Youssouf Diawara 21 [SEM]
#25 DMC Ludvigs Schmaltz 20 [PIS]
#26 AML Asamoah Frimpong 19 [SEM]
The Republic of Semarland
Capital: Jansberg - Demonym: Semar/Semarlandic - Trigramme: SEM
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Hosted: Trindl Cup I/II, Baptism of Fire 68
Champions: Meski Cup I, 5AS WC II, U18 WC I
<Nephara> RETURN OF Sem|Transfers THE PEOPLES' CHAMPION
<Jeck> If Sem RPs as much as he transfers, next cycle we're all screwed
<Yttribia> Sem seems like the sort of guy who'd work at Tesco's and slide his mixtape in each bag

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