Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

[Matt10]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Fixture: 15
West Ham v Wolves

1-3
Ebanks-Blake 67'
Milijas 76'
Matteo 78'
Carlton Cole 80'
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Caution: Jarvis (Wolves)

Wolves shock Hammers at Upton Park
Coyle's men grants back to back wins

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

For the second consecutive week, Wolves have won a game that was no predicted so on paper. Heavily outmatched, somehow the side managed to stretch out a 3-1 win over third place West Ham.

Goals by Sylvan Ebanks-Blake, Nenad Milijas and Lam Matteo solidified a crucial match - and highly unlikely one at that.



Fresh off the stoppage time victory last week at home to Fulham, Owen Coyle's men looked plenty confident. Coyle opted to sit Lam Matteo, the hero of last week, due to fatigue - but quickly introduced the striker in the 60th minute of play.



After the introduction, Wolves would score 7-minutes later, thanks to great strength by Sylvan Ebanks-Blake - powering his header home for second half lead.

It quickly became 2-0 ten minutes later after Lam Matteo sucked in the central defenders on an attack, before slotting a perfectly placed ball in the path of his captain, Nenad Milijas - who cooly slotted the ball into the back of the net.

In a matter of no time - it was 3-0 for the visitors.

Lam Matteo scored his second goal of the season, the second consecutive week, after some incredible work rate off the ball - then stealing the ball from the unsure foot of defender, Matthew Upson.

Matteo collected and gave Robert Green no chance to increase the margin.

A consolation goal by Carlton Cole was not enough to down the spirits of the Wolves, and the final whistle blew. An absolutely improbably win for Coyle and the Wolves - is this the start of something?

"There are matches to be won and to be lost, before the match we were considered to lose by quite the margin. I'm glad we proved everyone wrong - and hope we continue to do so."

Next Match: v Chelsea (Away) - 1st, 37 pts

Keep on keepin on
Goal and an assist - Man of Match ya know!

It's like a cakewalke for Matteo now - hopefully he starts against Chelski!

"Just trying to take advantage of everytime I'm on the field."

[psymin1]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Holy ****, you must have a lot of strength! Excellent challenge for the ball, followed by the finish. Good job on securing a win!

[mamizu]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Niceeeeeeeee.
Keep up the scoring streak, and more goals like the one vs Fulham wouldn´t be an eye sore to look at.
Next match will probably be a bit difficult. :P Good luck with it.

[Matt10]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Fixture: 16
Wolves v Chelsea

0-1

Lampard 77'
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Caution: None

Blues edge out victory over Wolves
Molineaux grant Wolves standing ovation for effort

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

Wovles may have dropped all three points tonight against Chelsea, but the atmosphere in Molineux Stadium remained boisterous and faithful due to the great effort shown by all Wolves players.

After a scoreless first half, the opening goal of the match occured in the 77th minute after Michael Essien's shot from 30 yards out struck Matt Murray's goal post.



The rebound came back into the middle of the box, and as he tends to do, Frank Lampard pounced on the loose ball and finished for the visitors' goal.

From then on, it was nothing but pressure by Wolves, led by none other than Lam Matteo - who continues to impress.



Matteo had 3 shots on goal, and all 3 shots were saved by the Chelsea keeper, Petr Cech.

Matteo's best chance ocured in the dying minutes of the second half, after picking up on a loose ball at the edge of the box, before striking a shot headed into Cech's far post.

Unfortunately for Wolves, the Chelsea shot stopper saved the chance - and went on for another clean sheet.

Although the loss was one that ruins a bit of a streak for Wolves, the form of Owen Coyle's men is constantly improving.

"We showed up to play tonight - and it was a great display by courageous men against a very powerful Chelsea side."

Next Match: v Burnley (Away) - 20th, 2 pts

Tough loss
Still showing the world what he's got

They may have lost, but Lam Matteo felt it was another solid showing on his end.

"Felt good to be able to actually compete with them. I think things are really starting to come together - let's hope everyone can stay healthy."

[mikko1995]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

You are the biggest star in Wolwerhampton at this point.

[Matt10]

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Fixture: 17
Burnley v Wolves

2-1
Nugent 20'
McDonald 41'
Caldwell (OG) 47'
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Caution: None

Wolves unable to hold off Burnley
Coyle's men continue to drop points

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

Even though last week's loss to Chelsea was cheered on, this week's loss to Burnley was not well received from the traveling Wolves faithful.

A strong series of attack was what the Burnley side has not exhibited all season - and it just so happens to come together against a resurgent Wolves side.



The go ahead goal was scored by David Nugent in the 20th minute, after a strong passing connection between Chris Eagles on the flank and Kevin McDonald in the center of the midfield.

Nugent took advantage of poor clearing by Wolves defenders, and got goal side on Lam Matteo. The striker had no problem slotting the ball past a helpless Matt Murray.



Burnley doubled their lead when Kevin McDonald found himself free of a marker at the top of the box - before his shot dribbled past a couple of legs - and too late for Murray to react, 2-0 Burnley at the half.

Lam Matteo was the instigator of Wolves only goal.

After receiving a through ball from George Elokobi on the flank, Matteo raced past the Burnley defenders before volleying a cross intended for either Andy Keogh or Chris Iwelumo.

The ball was not met by either players, but struck the side of Steve Caldwell's right ankle - which resulted in the ball deflecting into the net.

Unfortunately that was all the goals the visitors would see. Substitute Sylvan Ebanks-Blake should have at least set up a goal in the 85th minute, when the striker raced down and into the box - but opted to shoot for the far post - but missed high and wide, when in fact Lam Matteo and George Elokobi were wide open in the box.

Another loss, and the momentum for Owen Coyle's side is starting to simmer down. And with two crucial matches before the January transfer window against Manchester City and Aston Villa, Coyle will be hardpressed to not find a more dominant attacker to pair up with Kevin Doyle as no other forward has a goal this season.

"It's unacceptable to not score a legitamite goal today. I hop we can finish the first half of the season on a good note."

Next Match: v Manchester City (Home) - 2nd, 33 pts

Impressive, but no cigar
Is the transfer window on Matteo's mind?

Two weeks remain before the ever popular January transfer window pops up, is Matteo thinking about another club if the big ones come calling?

"I played well today. I just hope I continue to improve - but I want to make something straight - I want to focus on improving Wolves - and only Wolves at the moment."

[Matt10]

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Fixture: 18
Wolves v Manchester City

1-3
Robinho 36'
Robinho 48'
Matteo 59'
Robinho 91'
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Caution: None

Super Robinho buries Wolves
Wolves continue downward spiral

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

Wolves are now on a certain downard spiral to last place if this keeps up. Another loss - and make that 3 on the roll, tonight losing to second place, Manchester City.

City have Brazilian, Robinho, to thank for their goals. The striker showcased why he was hailed as one of the top signings a few years ago - and continues to prove his money's worth.



On occasion Robinho looked like the splitting image of another Brazilian named Ronaldo. It was Robinho's second goal that could be hailed as goal of the year as the striker collected the ball behind the midfield - and proceeded to evade 3 Wolves tackles, before faking out keeper Marcus Hahnemann, and finishing with class.



The January transfer window is only one week away, and skeptics are saying that Wolves midfielder/striker Lam Matteo will be on the move on the first day.

Matteo continued his scoring, after doing some hard work in the midfield by tackling Robinho cleanly - and then a one two with striker Stefan Maierhofer, before sprinting through the City defense and placing a perfect shot past Stuart Taylor at the far post.

Owen Coyle received questions about Lam Matteo's possible departure, and according to the Wolves manager, he intends the American to stay.

"He (Matteo) has helped us out immensely out of certain extinction in some games. We haven't won much so far, but we are progressing. He is a catalyst to that progression - and I hope he admires his own hard work, which has made us a better club despite the results as of late."

Next Match: v Aston Villa (Away) - 9th, 29 pts

Some heads looking up
Matteo's continuous hard work is paying off

Is he set to leave? That's the rumor in regards to the 29-year old striker (slash midfielder).

"Goals are coming, that's all I'm worried about. I want goals - and I want more of them, I'm still in a Wolves kit aren't I? So that's all that matters."

[Matt10]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Fixture: 19
Aston Villa v Wolves

1-1
Cuellar (OG) 65'
Heskey 93'
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Caution: Matteo (Wolves)

Heskey's late goal steals points from Wolves
Incredible keeping by Friedel saves Villa

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

Leading 1-0 within stoppage time, Owen Coyle was nervously chipping away at his fingernails.

A poor clearance, and the ball fell to Gabriel Agbonlahor - who found an unmarked Emile Heskey, who made no mistake - placing the ball perfectly past Matt Murray to spoil the visitor's hopes of all three points at Villa Park.



The opening goal which looked to have been scored by Lam Matteo, was actually credited as an own goal by Carlos Cuellar.

A scramble in the box and block by Friedel that scooted along the goal mouth - found a scrambling Lam Matteo, who twisted and turned his shot - which blasted in James Collins' sliding knee, which then deflected up into Carlos Cuellar's elbow - and into the net.



Matteo almost made it 2-0 immediately after the goal, but his fellow American, Brad Friedel pushed away every shot that looked to be going into the roof of the net.

In the end, the heart break was filled with Wolves tears as Emile Heskey scored the late equalizer.

Going into the January transfer window Monday morning, Owen Coyle has already stated that he will hoping to add a "vicious" attacker, but also might be looking at a rock solid defender.

"The first half of the season has come and gone, and it has already been a roller coster. We are getting substantially better - just on the end of some bad beats, yeah. I hope we can take advantage of some funds to secure some solid players."

Next Match: v Wigan Athletic (Home) - 12th, 24 pts

No credit for the goal?
B.S stats, Matteo put the effort in

Would have been nice for Matteo to get credit for that goal. I'm not sure why he wasn't given it - it was obviously his shot that resulted in the "own goal".

"Yeah, I wanted that one. Oh well, I'm ready to see how the transfer market looks now."

[PNE-Adz]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Damn, the Nuge is just too good to be at the Dingles.

[Matt10]

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Teams signal intent for Matteo, all offeres rejected



The January transfer window has come and gone, and all eyes were on Wolves new man, Lam Matteo, who was certain to leave the club after being one of the better players on the team.

However, in a statement Monday, despite offers from West Ham, Sunderland and West Brom, Matteo announced he has and will reject all offers.

"I want to see how this plays out with Wolves," says the American, "I think Wolverhampton could be a fine home to grow old. It's a brilliant club with incredible rags to riches history - I am staying."

With that, Matteo left with a standing ovation from the Wolves faithful, and press.

Matteo and Wolves start the second half the season next weekend against 12th place Wigan Athletic. Matteo has recorded 3 goals, and one assist this season.

League transfers (in):

Burnley >>>> DMF Gulangiala
Sunderland >>>> AMF Rootz Eliquolo
West Brom >>>> GK Ochoa
Newcastle >>>> DMF Islero

[Matt10]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Fixture: 20
Wolves v Wigan

0-0
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Caution: None

Eventful match results in no goals
Coyle starting to feel pressure for results

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

If Owen Coyle's job was on stake today - it would have been secured for probably one more match.

Tabloids have rumored that "Mr. OC" is on the brink of exiting the club against his will due to the current winless streak for the Wolves.

Wolves last win was an improbable 3-1 celebration over a strong West Ham side in the 15th fixture - and this evening's match did not produce the result the Wolves boss was hoping for.

"Struggling a bit to find the net. I've been playing some attack minded players in the mix - but the results aren't coming our way."

In the response to why Kevin Doyle has not started:

"Kevin is going through a bit of an off-on streak with his fitness - and that's all I can say."

Lam Matteo impressed as the American was everywhere on the pitch - his two shots were on target, but only one of them troubled the outstanding Wigan keeper, Mike Pollitt.




Next Match: v West Bromwich Albion (Away) - 15th, 20 pts

All over the place
Yet, receives 5.5 rating - ugh

Well another match - did he make the right decision to stay? Time will tell.

"Good match, we pressured pretty well - they have a solid back line, and incredible keeping day for Pollitt. I don't pay attention to ratings anymore."

[Matt10]

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Fixture: 21
West Brom v Wolves

0-1
Matteo 38'
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Caution: None

Matteo's first half strike break losing streak
American signing comes through when needed

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

Owen Coyle can thank his lucky stars for sending him Lam Matteo. The American's goal in the first half resulted in the 1-0 victory over West Brom, and more importantly, another weekend in the saddle for Owen Coyle.

In a match that was dictated by excellent defense and poor finishing, the name of the game was to take advantage of any mishaps that were exposed.



In the 38th minute, the mishaps came to the surface when the West Brom defenders were unaware of a darting diagonal run by Lam Matteo. Matteo received a weighted ball over the defenders, and instead of collecting the ball, opted to take a quick shot.

The shot was pure and gave Craig Gordon no chance in the West Brom goal.

Matteo celebrated by kissing his ring finger, signifying his celebration not only for the goal - but for his 8 year anniversary with his wife, Ess.



There was no pressure from West Brom, as the Wolves defense were inspired to crack their 5 match winless streak, and when the final whistle blew - it appeared to most as if Owen Coyle and the Wolves had won the title.

"A big monkey has jumped off our backs today. I hope we can continue with this form - and show the fine finishing we are truly capable of."

Next Match: v Birmingham City (Away) - 19th, 16 pts

Hero - that's him
Bailed out the boss, start me again?

I think all is good here, Matteo should be a regular - hopefully his stamina will stay in check.

"Felt great, I'm pretty excited about how I played today. I want to keep us winning."

[Matt10]

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Fixture: 21
Wolves v Porsmouth

1-0
Matteo 5'
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Caution: Basinas (Portsmouth)

Wolves hang on
Matteo's strike pushes Wolves past Pompy

Johnson Peoples, wolves.co.uk

After a 3-0 defeat to Birmingham last week (unintentionally simmed), Owen Coyle and Wolves needed a reboost of energy.

That energy came from Mr. Reliable himself, Lam Matteo.

The 29-year old American scored a blister of a shot in the 5th minute of the match after picking up a poorly cleared ball from the Portsmouth defense.



Matteo collected, and sprinted diagonally across the top of the box - before letting off a cannon that flew uninterrupted into David James' upper ninety.



The tone was set, and Wolves played hard to salvage all three points. It was no surprise when the Portsmouth players began to show their emotions, tackling Lam Matteo a number of six total times - one resulting in a yellow card for midfielder, Angelos Basinas.

The points were indeed granted, and another win after a bad defeat last week, is exactly what Coyle needed to jumpstart his team back into action.

"Once again Matteo has bailed us out of a jam. I hope this isn't the theme of the season for us, because it's far too late in the game to nickel and diming opponents by one goal margins."

Next Match: v Bolton (Away) - 14th, 25 pts

Cannon!
Gotta love it.

I don't think I have ever seen Matteo strike a ball that hard before, and actually go in. Pretty amazing shot - and great run of form.

"I've taken a few shots from outside the box lately, my accuracy is getting better, so I'll keep trying."

[psymin1]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Two game-winning goals in two games! Great stuff, Matt! Glad to see you're coming alive with the Wolves.

[Matt10]

Re: Something in the Making: Lam Matteo (PES 2009)

Two game-winning goals in two games! Great stuff, Matt! Glad to see you're coming alive with the Wolves.

Yeah, he's on fire - just finished the Bolton match, will post a bit later.