Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

[Matt10]

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Cottagers prepare for Premiership Cup
Sunderland come to visit Craven Cottage for first leg

After their rude dismissal by eventual champions, Manchester United, Fulham are set to regain momentum deep into the Premiership Cup - but standing in their way is a resilient Sunderland side.

With Kieran Richardson doing the playmaking and Daniel Chopra scoring at will - Sunderland could be the team that ruins all hopes for the Cottagers.

"There's no questioin they can find the back of the net," said Fulham keeper, Riou, "But we can also find goals and I believe we are the stronger defending team this year. Granted, it is early - but I have full confidence we will get past Sunderland FC."

Kieran Richardson noted the inconsistencies in a constructive manner of Sunderland's defense:

"When you move players around, such as McShane moving from the right mid to playing right back - you tend to lose focus at the game at hand. Sometimes it's our tactical approach that wins games - I think that is something we excel in over Fulham to be honest."

The Cottagers may have to watch out for other 'inconsistencies' as this Sunderland side can attack at will - but at the same time leave gaps open. As Richardson mentioned, McShane was a critical part of the offense at right mid - so his attacking mentality will most likely prevail over his defensive obligations.

Prediction: Fulham 3-0 Sunderland

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Next Match (Premiership Cup, 1st Leg v Sunderland)

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(Form: W-W)

Fulham (4-4-2): Riou, Hangeland, Leijer, Baird, Konchesky, Danny Murphy, Bullard, Obertan, Lazaros, Kamara, Lam Matteo

Reaction: Shuffling the lineup is what Roy Hodgson does best it seems. Most Fulham faithful are waiting for the day the man works with just one setup - but with the immense amount of talent on the bench, it's no surprise. I would say this is a very attack-minded setup in regards to personel with Lazaros and Obertan - then Kamara and red hot Lam Matteo.

Sunderland (4-4-2): Fulop, Hartley, ANDerson, McShane, Danny Collins, Deroin, Whitehead, Arda Turan, Richardson, Chopra, Prica

Reaction: Richardson will be the focal point facing up against Paul Konchesky mainly. Sunderland will try to keep the ball on the ground more often than the air due to the incredible height of Fulham's center back, Breda Hangeland.

[Matt10]

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[LingeringRegime]

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The Cottagers (love that name btw) are looking very focused this year.

[Matt10]

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Fixture 3, Barclays Premiership League

11| (1-0-1)

03| (2-0-0)

Fulham travel to Goodison Park
A hope to continue winning streak versus Everton

The Cottagers have a battle to face when they travel to Goodison Park today to face 11th place Everton. Everton have lost one match and won a match. Their loss was against Liverpool in a close duel that ended 3-2 in favor of the Reds. The victory was another close match, a seven-goal thriller against Tottenham, in which the Blues won - 5 to 4.

Everton are a side that is equipped with personnel that will not surprise the stadium occupants. Arshavin is one of the bigger names, as are Tim Cahill and new English defender, Ashley Cole - who partners with Lescott.

Fulham bring in a similar squad that won 3-0 versus Sunderland last wekend in the first leg of the Premiership Cup. Striker Lam Matteo has three goals through four matches this year and is looking for more as he is paired alongside Gabriel Agbonlahor. Outstanding free-kick specialist, Giovinco will be placed on the outside right wing - a spot that he has never played.

Prediction: Everton 2-2 Fulham

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Everton (4-4-1-1): Cuypers, Irving, Lescott, Terossidis, Ashley Cole, Aaltonen, Cahill, Valbuena, Pienaar, Arshavin, Jutkiewicz

Fulham (4-4-2): Petric, Leijer, Stefanovic, Hughes, Painstil, Andreasen, Simon Davies, Giovinco, Lazaros, Agbonlahor, Lam Matteo

[RoyceDa59]

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Nice, looking forward to see how you do against The Toffees. This might be the year when the guys on your squad really gel together, trust me you'll see it over time.

[Matt10]

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Jutkiewicz and Toffees spoil Cottagers streak
Johnson Peoples, July 2013



It wasn't the most graceful match of the season, but Everton got the job done against Fulham - who were without the services of Lam Matteo for 75 minutes since the striker crumpled down to injury...again.

A match that was dictated by the rainy conditions - the ball slipped among the slick turf, and both teams struggled to keep hold of their markers.

"It was brutal," says Fulham forward, Gabriel Agbonlahor, "There was no real possession, it was a scrum for every loose ball."

Eventually it was Everton who would gain somewhat control when they took the lead thanks to a lucky shot that was deflected from Tim Cahill. The ball, after bouncing off of Leijer's knee - trickled into Petric's near post to put the Toffees up 1-0.

Soon after, John Painstil was giving his marching orders when he took down Pienaar in the box at the half-hour mark. Aaltonen made no mistake and converted the penalty kick - sending Petric the wrong way.

Immediately at the start of the second half, the Cottagers pressed on. Center back Leijer would come up for a free kick and initially, Agbonlahor's shot was saved, but the center back would catch the ball in stride off the rebound - and finish with ease.

They were rewarded a great chance to tie when Gabriel Ogbonlahor beat the offside trap, but the England international's shot sailed just high on Cuypers' far post.

Agbonlahor would make no mistake on his second chance, when Giovinco crossed the ball to an open space in the box - unchallenged, Agbonlahor rushed into space and slid into the ball - which found the back of the net.

After a back and forth of possession, both sides continuing to struggle controlling the ball, it would be Everton who would find the back of the net via forward Jutkiewicz.

Jutkiewicz's first goal came when Valbuena's cross was deflected and ended up being a perfect pass to the forward, who volleyed the ball into the near post - surprising Petric, who had no chance.

Everton would put the nail in the coffin through Jutkiewicz after second half sub, Baines would cross in a beauty that the striker put his head on - and into the back of the goal, leaving Petric nothing to grasp for.

The loss doesn't hurt Fulham as much as the win means for Everton. However, pride is hurting as the Cottagers will be without Matteo's services next week when they face Hull City due to a sprained ankle.
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Standings: Fulham (2-0-1, 6pts -- 7th)

Form: Last three, W-W-L
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[Qb]

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Not again! Looks like Matteo needs to get on the juice...

[Matt10]

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Not again! Looks like Matteo needs to get on the juice...

I tell ya what, man - it's starting to get frustrating. It was just a routine tackle on him - nothing too hard of a slide tackle (it looked like Matteo dove to be honest), but next cut scene...limping.

It's fitting though, because right now, I'm actually limping around since I sprained my ankle on Wed.

[Matt10]

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Fixture 4, Loss to Hull City 5-1 (Simmed)
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Fixture 5, Barclays Premiership League

20| (0-0-4, 0 pts)

14| (2-0-2, 6 pts)

West Brom host Cottagers
Fulham hoping to regain form versus bottom of the table

West Brom have failed to manage any points so far this season, essentially picking up where they left off from last year when they finished 18th with 34 points.

Fulham come into the match off of two disappointing losses against Everton (4-2) and Hull City (5-1). The Cottagers are looking to regain some composure as the two substantial losses has seemed to hurt the direction of the team.

"We will get back to the basics," says manager, Roy Hodgson, "That is the only thing that we can really do at this point. We have been complacent with finishing these past matches, so I am hoping we can find some much needed goals today."

Fulham's Lam Matteo returns to the bench after a brief stint with an ankle injury suffered in the Everton match.

"Yeah, it's good to be back," said the American, "I am frustrated to be on the bench - but boss says I'm not 100% yet. Hopefully I can find some playing time yeah."

With Matteo on the bench, David Healy gets the go ahead alongside Gabriel Agbonlahor. Fulham's midfield is one of their strengths with Obertan and Danny Murphy being one of the more regular starters, while Cook and Seol Ki Hyeon are given some playing experience.

Prediction: West Brom 1-4 Fulham

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West Brom (4-4-2): Volkan, Barnett, Andreolli, Hodgkiss, Isidoro, Vargas, Ji Parana, Frei, Capi, MacDonaldo, Ching

Fulham (4-4-2): Riou, Baird, Hangeland, Paintsil, Kallio, Danny Murphy, Cook, Seol Ki Hyeon, Obertan, Agbonlahor, Healy

[Matt10]

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West Brom hold on for three points
Johnson Peoples, July 2013



A pathetic showing from the Cottagers as they fall to the last place team in the Premiership, West Bromwich Albion, 2-0 away from Craven Cottage.

"Piss poor," reflected a dejected Danny Murphy, "There was no finishing today - we had our chances - all of them blown."

Blown chances was the theme of the match for Fulham, second half substitute Lam Matteo was the main focal point in seeing chances missed.

"I couldn't shoot away from the keeper today," said Matteo, "He made himself big enough that I would just fail at finding my target. It wasn't a good day."

Despite having an off shooting day - the striker was still one of the better players on the field as he tried to set up Agbonlahor on multiple occasions - one time setting up the forward one-on-one against Volkan, but Agbonlahor would shoot the ball over the goal.

Three losses in a row now for Cottagers, is it too early to be thinking of a change from Ol' Roy?

Next week, Fulham will be hosting Sunderland in the 2nd leg of the Premiership cup. The Cottagers last good performance this season was gainst Sunderland, winning by a good 3-0 margin.
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Standings: Fulham (2-0-3, 6pts -- 16th)

Form: Last five, W-W-L-L-L
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[LingeringRegime]

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Tough break. But, I really love the new Score Graphics. Good stuff.

[erich20012001]

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Pick up your game LAM!

[Matt10]

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Thanks y'all - getting ready for premiership cup.

[Matt10]

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[chestnutz6]

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Seem to have hit a small rough patch, but you'll fight through.

Question: did you edit your team kits for this season? I noticed they're not the ones they're currently using..