Mr. Second Place: An Autobiographical Tale of Alvin Allen (Fifa 13)

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“How are you adjusting?”
That’s the question I remember my mother asking when I had first arrived in Italy. The culture shock is crazy for someone who hasn’t been overseas. While the city of Milan had its own type of beauty, the city of Reggio Calabria had a timeless beauty to it. I loved it here, but it still didn’t feel quite like home yet. Maybe it was because of how hectic my life had become.
I was rich, somewhat famous and obviously stood out like a sore thumb. Everywhere I went there were people who wanted an autograph or a picture. Don’t get me wrong, it was fun to make peoples day, but after a while I just wanted to go sightseeing without someone stopping me for a word or a hug. It was a big difference from the life of anonymity I had in Chicago. Italians loved soccer, and Reggina was the main club in this city. The phone in my hotel room rang.
“How’s the new city?” Theo asked.
“Good until you called. What do you want?”
“I’ve got a job for you,” he started.
“It’ll be a little hard to do your dirty work here,” I said, “Everyone knows me now.”
“Congrats on finally being as famous as your brother,” he laughed, “But seriously Alvin, I need you to go to a meeting for me with Leonardo Valente. He’s in town at one of their warehousing facilities.”

I left my hotel and headed to the warehouse. It wasn’t too far from the city center, but it was in the more industrial part of Reggio Calabria. I walked into the place and was checked in by the two guards at the front. I found it a little strange that they had holstered guns, but then again who knows what I was getting into. As I walked it looked like what you would think you would see in a warehouse. There were all types of freight everywhere lined up in rows. Forklifts drove this way and that, with foremen and supervisors yelling this way and that. The guard escorted me to an office where another gentleman patted me down again. He then opened a door to a secluded office away from the noise of the warehouse. As I entered to office I noticed a slightly built middle aged gentleman sitting in an oversized high backed chair. On his right stood a grinning man who couldn’t have been much older than me. Something about that grin was very off putting, like it was out of place. The man in the chair motioned for me to sit. As I sat down, I noticed the man who had let me in closed the door and stood blocking it. I nervously looked at the man in the chair.
“So that idiota thinks he can mess with me, does he?” he said seriously. “Does he take me for a fool?”
“Sir, I don’t understand…”
“Of course you don’t,” he interrupted, “I deal with children instead of grown men,” he sighed. “All these kids think they know how to do business because of this tecnologia. The bubble burst, yet still I am presented with this,” he said as he motioned towards me. “I can’t take this, Gino, kill this errand boy and let’s get back to work.”
“What?” I squeaked. The big guy by the door pulled out the largest knife I had ever seen and began to walk towards me. I was frozen in my chair scared witless, and I could only watch in horror as he raised it above my head.

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I was frozen. I closed my eyes as the knife plunged downwards.
“Hey wait, STOP!”
The big guy over me pulled up short and looked up. The smiling guy was looking at Leonardo. “Uncle, you can’t kill him! He’s that new American striker Reggina picked up. We could actually get promotion this year,” he whined.
“Ok ok, don’t kill him,” he said as he waved the big guy back to the door. “I swear I miss baseball though. How can you stand that pansy sport, Vinny?” he said to the smiling guy.
“Baseball?” I stammered. “I, uh…”
“What, Italians can’t like baseball now?” Leonardo grinned. “I grew up in Queens, kid. The Yankees were the only game in town where I was from. Hey, Vinny, I like this guy. Maybe he can update me on real sports!”
“Ah Uncle Leo, futbol is the only real sport!”
I was convinced these guys were crazy. They proceeded to argue for five minutes literally forgetting I was there. So I went from almost dying to being no better than a piece of furniture. Just as I was thinking about leaving, Leonardo spoke to me.
“So what do you know about logistics?”
“Excuse me, sir?” I squeaked.
“Logistics, kid, moving stuff?” he said. The smiling idiot just stood next to him.
“Not well…”
“Not well?” he interrupted. “Then what are you doing here?”
“Well Theo asked me to come and see you for a meeting.”
“Ugh, come with me.” I followed the big guy Gino, Leonardo, and Vinny out into the warehouse. We walked the floor for a while.
“Logistics is basically moving a bunch of stuff from point A to point B,” Leonardo explained. “Our business moves things for people. We move anything. You name it and we ship it. Our family has for years.” He stopped so a forklift could drive past. “Your friend, business associate, or whatever he is to you is requesting that we ship a large amount of, shall we say, contraband for him. That’s pretty difficult, but doable for the right price.”
“So how can you do all that with the federal agencies looking for it?” I asked genuinely.
Vinny spoke, “Oh it’s hard, but not impossible. The airlines are the toughest nuts to crack, but ocean export is still the easiest way of moving things. Theo isn’t exactly cooperating on price.”
“That’s because he’s a cheap punk,” I mumbled.
Vinny patted my on the back hard laughing. “I knew I liked this guy.”
Leo chuckled as well, “Tell you what kid, what’s your name again?”
“Alvin, sir.”
“Alvin, we’ll accept Theo’s deal on two conditions. The first is that you come work for us. The second is…”
“Get Reggina promoted!” Vinny grinned.
Leo, Gino, and Vinny all laughed. “Well, what do you say?” Leo said.
“I guess…sure.” I stammered.
“Welcome to the family!” Vinny yelled.
Yep. It was official. These guys were nuts.

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Feb 23, 2013 - Cesena vs Reggina
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Cesena (9-6-14)	2	0	2
Reggina (16-3-10)	1	2	3

Team Stats Comparison
Cesena		Reggina
2	Goals	3
5	Shots	10
4	Shots on Target	7
7	Tackles	6
0	Fouls	1
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
0	Injuries	0
80%	Shot Accuracy	70%
90%	Passing Percentage	87%

Summary:
This was a riveting game between two teams that weren't shy about scoring. Cesena began the game with quick pressure on the Reggina back line. The midfield pushed forward and Cesena probed for an early opening. In the 18' they found it, with Iori passing it to Succi, then on to D'Alessandro who shot it just before the defender could get there. It was out of the reach of Facchin as Cesena got their first goal. Reggina would answer right back on a counter attack. Armellino sent in a lob through pass to Ceravolo up the wing, who put a ground cross into the box that Campagnacci put home. However, just before the half Cesena would push forward, and would toy around with the Reggina defense within their own box. D'Alessandro passed into Ceccarelli for an easy goal within 10 feet of the goal in the 45'.

Reggina would find themselves down still 2-1 for most of the second half. Then Ceravolo would win a corner kick for them. He sent in the cross, and the header was put home by Barilla. The game would remain 2-2 until the 90', when a name that hadn't been called all game stepped up in the clutch. Allen had been the catalyst that started the winning streak, and he would be the reason they would continue it. Reggina would find themselves with the ball in Cesena territory. The sub Helemaj found himself in front of the net right outside the penalty area. He drew two defenders to him and kicked a backheel pass to Allen. Allen dribbled past Tonucci, cut inside, and sent in a strike with his right foot that the keeper couldn't get to. The home crowd went crazy on the 90' goal. The game would stand that way and Reggina continued their roll, 3-2 over Cesena. Allen was mobbed by his teammates afterward. What a game!

Notable Allen statistics:
7.2 Rating
Goals: 90'
2 shots on target
1 Key Pass
2 1v1 victories
Man of the Match

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Mar 2, 2013 - Reggina vs Livorno
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Reggina (17-3-10)	3	0	3
Livorno (15-9-6)	0	0	0

Team Stats Comparison
Reggina		Livorno
3	Goals	0
7	Shots	4
5	Shots on Target	2
6	Tackles	6
0	Fouls	0
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
0	Injuries	0
71%	Shot Accuracy	50%
77%	Passing Percentage	86%

Summary:
On paper Livorno and Reggina were evenly matched. That would've been the case had Livorno decided to show up for their match today. Reggina didn't play any awe inspiring soccer. They just took advantage of the sloppy play by the opposition. It started with a goal by Colombo on shot from outside the box that the keeper should stopped, but somehow snuck in. This type of play would continue as Allen would make a run up the wing blowing by the opposing squad. He would get into the box, drawing the keeper out. Allen passed it to a wide open Colombo for his second goal of the match in the 44'. On the re-kick, Allen would steal the ball back, threading through the defense again, passing to Colombo, who then found Ceravelo for another shot outside the box for the goal in the 45'. The second half found Reggina passing the ball around draining the clock. The game would end 3-0, as Reggina would coast to another win and increase their winning streak to 4 games.

Notable Allen statistics:
6.7 Rating
0 shots on goal
1 assist
1 Key Pass
3 1v1 victories

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Mar 10, 2013 - Modena vs Reggina
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Modena (13-8-10)	0	0	0
Reggina (18-3-10)	4	1	5

Team Stats Comparison
Modena		Reggina
0	Goals	5
4	Shots	8
0	Shots on Target	7
5	Tackles	4
0	Fouls	0
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
0	Injuries	0
0	Shot Accuracy	87%
89%	Passing Percentage	89%

Summary:
Wow, talk about a statement game. Reggina is on a roll and Allen is better than advertised. Modena was outclassed from the beginning. It began with Allen intercepting a throw-in in the Modena penalty area. He dribbled up right then cut left and sent in a arcing beauty for the goal. Reggina wouldn't stop there, as only a little bit later Colombo broke free on a breakaway and hit a shot off the post. Allen was there to clean it up for his second goal. In the 23', Colombo would find Allen in the box on a ground cross for the hat trick. Campagnacci would add one of his own in the 30', receiving a pass from Adejo into the box. Halftime wasn't much of a respite for Modena as Allen would add one more to his total on a beautiful cross from Colombo that he headed home. Modena would head home shellshocked after losing 5-0. The stadium noise was immense as the home crowd chanted the name "Allen" over and over again. This 4 goal spectacle would be remembered by the fans for a long time.

Notable Allen statistics:
9.8 Rating
Goals: 10', 23', 30', 76'
5 shots on target
1 Key Pass
3 1v1 victories
Man of the Match

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translated to English

Serie B Standings
by Davide Siviglia

Serie B Top Half
TEAM	GP	W	D	L	PTS
Brescia	32	23	5	4	74
H. Verona	32	22	7	3	73
Reggina	32	19	3	10	60
Sassuolo	32	17	8	7	59
Vicenza	32	17	7	8	58
Livorno	32	16	9	7	57
Bari	32	14	11	7	53
Novara	32	14	8	10	50
Modena	32	13	8	11	47
Padua	32	15	2	15	47
Grosseto	32	12	8	12	44

Serie B Bottom Half
TEAM	GP	W	D	L	PTS
C. Stabia	32	13	4	15	43
Vercelli	32	10	13	9	43
La Spezia	32	10	9	13	39
Cittadella	32	10	9	13	39
Crotone	32	11	6	15	39
Cesena	32	10	6	16	36
Terni	32	8	6	18	30
Ascoli	32	6	7	19	25
Empoli	32	5	7	20	22
Varese	32	5	6	21	21
Lanciano	32	5	5	22	20

The Serie B race for promotion has gotten interesting, as an upstart Reggina team have propelled themselves into the last spot on a five game winning streak. Brescia and Hellas Verona look to have comfortable leads heading into the final 10 games of the season. The race for third should come down to the wire, with Sassuolo, Vincenza, and Livorno all within 3 points of Reggina. We'll have to see if Reggina can hold on as we move into the final leg of the season.

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Nice four goal game.

Thanks. It is definitely time to play in a top level league though. These teams are just a bit to easy. Hopefully after this season AC Milan gives Allen a hard look at some playing time.

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Mar 23, 2013 - Reggina vs Vercelli
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Reggina (19-3-10)	0	0	0
Vercelli (10-13-9)	0	1	1

Team Stats Comparison
Reggina		Vercelli
0	Goals	1
7	Shots	6
4	Shots on Target	2
7	Tackles	2
1	Fouls	0
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
1	Injuries	0
57%	Shot Accuracy	33%
79%	Passing Percentage	84%

Summary:
The winning streak ended in terrible fashion as Reggina fall flat on their face against a must win opponent in Vercelli. The listless Reggina team could only watch as Espinal, Gabriel, Iemmello, and Zigani would eviscerate the Reggina back line with crisp passing and controlling possession throughout. Vercelli controlled the ball for a staggering 61% of the match. Reggina's chances were few, but when they had them they couldn't capitalize. Early in the second half, Allen had a breakaway on net that he pushed completely wide. After continuous pressure by the Vercelli side, the Reggina back line finally broke as Zigani found Iemmello for the 78' goal. Reggina would not get another shot as the favorites go home losers. Next up is a pivotal matchup against 4th place Vincenza.

Notable Allen statistics:
6.1 Rating
2 shots on target
1 Key Pass

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Serie B: The Fight for Promotion

v.

Stadio Oreste Granillo was full of raucous fans, ready for their hometown Reggina to crush the visiting Vincenza. With so few games remaining, control over the third and final promotion spot would be vital. and the winner of this game would hold sole possession of that title.

The game would begin with early pressure by Reggina. The fans were pumped as an early corner was won off a deflection by Caminsa that would roll out. The corner was taken, but it was easily snatched by Pinsoglio, the keeper. Reggina would get another early chance, this time with star Allen narrowly missing right of the goal from a beautiful through pass from D'Alessandro.

Vincenza would have a small build up of their own in the first half, with Pinardi catching a lobbed through ball deep into the Reggina side. He would cut upfield, but would be tackled from behind by Alejo. The ref did not signal for a penalty, which had the Vincenza manager screaming on the sideline. The first half would end 0-0.

The second half began with another push by Reggina, again with Alllen leading the charge. A sure goal was blocked at the last minute by Martinelli, causing the ball to ricochet directly to the Vincenza side. They would push forward on the counter attack. Gavazzi would send another lob ball to Pinardi on a wide open 1 v 1 opportunity. This time Pinardi would not be denied as he pushed a finesse shot past Facchin for the 1-0 lead.

Vincenza would take control from this point forward, pushing the ball deep into Reggina territory and passing it around this it was the playground. In the 72', Malonga would send a rocket towards net that Facchun would barley get his hands on. The ball bounced off into the awaiting feet of Plasmati for the late goal.

Allen would try to put Reggina on his back late, as the young forward would push forward into Vincenza territory, dribbling around the back line before eventually being taken down in the box. Allen would put in the penalty kick in the 83', but it was too little too late as Vincenza would play keep away on the Reggina side. The hometown fans were stunned silent as Reggina would lose to Vincenza 2-1, and slide into fourth place in Serie B.

Mar 30, 2013 - Vincenza vs Reggina
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Vincenza (17-8-8)	0	2	2
Reggina (19-3-11)	0	1	1

Team Stats Comparison
Vincenza		Reggina
2	Goals	1
6	Shots	10
3	Shots on Target	6
8	Tackles	9
1	Fouls	1
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
0	Injuries	0
50%	Shot Accuracy	60%
82%	Passing Percentage	82%

Goals:
Pinardi 58'
Malonga 72'
Allen 83' (PK)

Notable Allen statistics:
6.9 Rating
3 on target, 2 off target
3 1v1 victories

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Apr 6, 2013 - Reggina vs Novara
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Reggina (19-3-12)	1	1	2
Novara (14-8-12)	1	0	1

Team Stats Comparison
Reggina		Novara
2	Goals	1
3	Shots	5
3	Shots on Target	2
6	Tackles	7
0	Fouls	1
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
0	Injuries	0
100%	Shot Accuracy	40%
81%	Passing Percentage	87%

Summary:
Inconsistency has been the word of choice for this Reggina team. They either blow teams out or lose in horrible fashion. Which team would show up against an upstart Novara team. Well the game would begin with Reggina backpedalling, allowing Pioraccari two quick chances on goal that Facchin barely got to. However, the young striker Allen took over the game late in the first half, pressing his team forward. Allen dribbled up the middle of the pitch, double scissored over the ball, and cut right causing the defender Bastini to stumble. Allen took the window to send in a long bender for the goal to send Reggina up 1-0 heading into the half, or so he thought. On the rekick, Novara would push up the right wing, with Panzeri ultimately sending in a ground cross that Rioraccari back heeled into the net. A stunned Reggina would bounce back, however, continuing to battle in the midfield and prevent Novara from getting good looks. Finally, in the 71', Reggina would get their chance on the counter attack as Allen broke free on the break, cutting once again to his right foot for the beautiful shot and the goal. The game would end this way as Reggina escapes Novara with the win.

Notable Allen statistics:
8.0 Rating
Goals: 45', 71'
2 on target
1 Key Pass
2 1v1 victories
Man of the Match

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My hair was getting long. It was hard finding a decent barber in Reggio, and frankly I didn't have the time to search for one. I heard a groan outside the bathroom door. That was probably Vinny, hungover again as usual. I finished up pondering my hair situation and shaved my beard. I left the bathroom and looked around my beachfront condo. This place was beautiful. I was splitting the rent with Vinny and wow was he a crazy roommate. I stepped over the bodies of the three ladies sleeping on the floor with him and almost had made it back to my room before Vinny popped up off the floor spouting off something in Italian.
"Vinny, English man, you know I can't understand you," I said smiling.
"Ah yes yes, that right, I'm rooming with the dumb American. Take a class idiota, I keep telling you to learn our language."
I laughed, "I think I know more than enough Italian curse words to last a lifetime hanging out with you Vinny. Can you get these ladies out of here?"
"Absolutely not, Alvin, I'm not done having fun with them."
"Ok ok, fine, just have them gone by the time I get back. I'm headed out for a run."
"Si, Alvin. Take your time!" he laughed.


That guy was crazy. Life had been really strange since becoming part of the Valente crew. Most of my time was obviously spent working with my team. When I wasn't at the soccer facilities, I was over at the warehouse, working with Leo and Vinny learning their trade. The guys were all great. None of them ever treated me like a celebrity, in fact it was quite opposite. Most of my time was spent loading up ships, or counting inventory. Leo was showing me the ropes on how to handle financial business, but more importantly how to make those numbers work in your favor. There were ways to hide things on operating statements that were amazing to see, and Leo was a pro at helping his business partners move their product. The strange thing about Theo's shippments, is that they weren't going back to the United States, but instead going to Rio de Janero.I couldn't figure out what he was planning, but whatever it was it was big and expensive.

I put on my running clothes, ready for a jog on the beach, and went to the door. As I opened the door, a smiling face met mine. Quinn. Her arm was upright in the ready to knock position. Instead we embraced and kissed for what seemed liked forever before she pulled away.

"What are you doing here?" I asked.
"Theo sent me to check on your progress." she smiled. "I jumped at the chance to come to Italy."
"Oh and not for any other reason," I quipped. "Come with me, I was on my way for a jog, but we'll take a ride to the warehouse instead."
"Wait for me!" Vinny yelled in the background. "I want to meet the reason you won't head out to the clubs with me."
"Take your own ride," I laughed, and with that we were on our way.

Is it stereotypical to buy a Ducati if you live in Italy? Obviously that was one of the perks of being young and rich as we zoomed through traffic on our way to the warehouse. We must have been expected, as Gino and the boys were already out front, ready to escort us to Leo. We came to his office, and he was sitting in his chair as usual. He, Quinn, and I all exchanged pleasantries as Gino escorted Quinn on a tour of the facility. I stayed behind with Leo.

"What are you doing?" Leo asked angrily.
"What do you mean?" I replied, confused.
"What are you doing bringing a cop here?"
I stuttered, "I don't know what..."
"Bull," he said. "She's a cop, you know it, and you're banging her. What on earth are you into?"
"Leo..."
"You would jeopardize my family for some booty?" he yelled. Leo pulled a gun and pointed it at me.
"Whoa whoa, she's a cop, ok? But she's trying to bring down Theo, not you," I confessed. "How did you know?"
"Alvin, you are truly ignorant. You think your love for this woman will bring you anything but disaster?" He put the gun away. "The way she carries herself, the way she examines a room, the way she hides all emotions from her face," he laughed, "Honestly, Alvin, all criminals can spot cops, and I bet you if I know it, Theo knows it too."
I shuddered, "Leo, I don't know what to do."
"Alvin, dear boy, as long as you are involved with her, you put all of us in danger," he said sadly. "It is because of my love for you I won't kill you, but I am going to have to ask you to leave."
I sighed, "I understand Leo, and I thank you for everything you've done for me."

I met up again with Quinn and we drove back to my condo.
"What was that all about?" she asked.
"They know your a cop, Quinn."
"You told them? I..."
"No Quinn, they just knew," I said, "And they think Theo knows too."
She laughed, "There's know way he knows, Alvin. I've been careful."
"Quinn, just get out. Things are getting big. Theo has a huge amount of product being shipped to Rio, and I have a feeling this is larger than either of us imagined."
"No," she said, "We're so close to breaking this thing. We are so close to having his international network exposed. You've done so well infiltrating Valente Corp."
"These guys were my friends, Quinn," I sighed. "Please, just stay here, with me. We can just forget about all this, Theo, Valente, and just leave. I've got money. We can just go."
She looked at me sadly, "We have a duty, Alvin. You have a responsibility to your family, and I have a responsibility to my job. We are the good guys, Alvie. We have to bring them all down."
"What if I don't want to be the good guy anymore, Quinn?" I snapped. "I'm getting awfully good at this. Maybe this was meant to be!"
"Meant to be?" she snapped back. "What was I thinking? Messing around with a kid like you. Well forget it, Alvin. You're released from your obligations to the DEA. Good luck." And with that she set off.
I yelled after her, "I never cared about the DEA!"
I sighed and slumped by my door and said to myself, "I only cared about you."

Vinny didn't come back that night, nor the night after. I went back to the warehouse a couple days later to find it abandoned. The Valente's had closed their business in Reggio and moved on to another location. Appearently it didn't effect the business deal with Theo as he didn't call to give me crap. Once again I found myself alone. My only respite was the soccer field. I still remembered what Vinny told me, "Get Reggina promotion!" Well, I was going to do my best to do just that.

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Apr 9, 2013 - Bari vs Reggina
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Bari (16-11-8)	1	0	1
Reggina (20-3-12)	1	1	2

Team Stats Comparison
Bari		Reggina
1	Goals	2
9	Shots	6
4	Shots on Target	6
7	Tackles	3
0	Fouls	2
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
0	Injuries	0
44%	Shot Accuracy	100%
85%	Passing Percentage	84%

Summary:
The season is winding down, and so are the chances for teams to finish in as high a position as possible. Bari looks like they won't reach promotion this year, but they looked to play the role of spoiler as they came in to face Reggina. In the 22', Allen would take a breakaway up the right side for the home fans. He would cut parallel to the goal and send in a finesse curling shot that the keeper had no chance to get to. Bari would add one of their own however, as Saucedo would finish a corner kick with a volley. Both teams would continued to battle for possession, each missing on a couple of chances. Finally, Reggina would break through in the 64' when Armellino would find D'Alessandro for the right footed strike for the game winner.

Notable Allen statistics:
7.2 Rating
Goals: 22'
4 shots on target
3 1v1 victories

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Apr 13, 2013 - Empoli vs Reggina
TEAM	1	2	SCORE
Empoli (6-7-23)	0	2	2
Reggina (21-3-12)	0	2	2

Team Stats Comparison
Empoli		Reggina
2	Goals	2
7	Shots	13
5	Shots on Target	9
3	Tackles	6
0	Fouls	1
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
0	Injuries	0
71%	Shot Accuracy	69%
81%	Passing Percentage	87%

Summary:
This has got to be one of the strangest games I've ever seen. We pick up in the second half, as Corelli would find Banipetti for the goal after a long build up by Empoli outside of the penalty area. Many thought this would be the ending goal with the slow pace that the first half took on. The game would spring to life from this point, as Reggina would answer with a goal of their own. Colombo sent in a bouncing cross that Allen would volley home for the equalizer in the 80'. That is when the game got strange. Empoli would hold possession for the rest of the match, content to take the point from Reggina. However late into the 90' extra time, a long lob pass would bounce awkwardly in front of Facchin. He jumped up and it went over his head and rolled into the net. The Empoli side was jubilant while the Reggina defenders and keeper were arguing amongst each other on how they could possibly let that happen. Reggina would take the re-kick and dribble and pass around for what seemed like an eternity, but the referee didn't blow his whistle. Allen would get the ball on a nice pass and once again sprint down the left side. He passed it to Campagnacci and cut into the net. Campagnacci sent it into Rizzo, who would once again find a wide open Allen in front of goal. Allen wouldn't miss from there, as Reggina would equalize the match a 2-2. Controversy would reign, as the whistle would finally blow after the late goal. The Empoli manager was furious that the game wasn't called sooner and was heard in his postgame speech speaking about collusion. FIFA won't be happy about that. Either way, Reggina escapes with a lucky point to barely hold on to 3rd in the table.

Notable Allen statistics:
9.8 Rating
5 on/1 off target
1 Key Pass
3 1v1 victories
Man of the Match

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Re: Mr. Second Place: An Autobiographical Tale of Alvin Allen (Fifa 13)


translated to English

Brescia and Hellas Verona Clinch Promotion
Battle still rages for the last spot in Serie A
by Davide Siviglia

Serie B Top 8 spots
TEAM	GP	W	D	L	PTS
Brescia	37	27	6	4	87
H. Verona	37	25	8	4	83
Reggina	37	21	4	12	67
Vicenza	37	19	10	8	67
Livorno	37	18	12	7	66
Sassuolo	37	19	9	9	66
Bari	37	17	11	9	62
Modena	37	18	8	11	62

Two of the promotion spots are all locked in, but the battle for 3rd remains tight heading into the final 5 games of the season. Reggina, Vicenza, Livorno, and Sassuolo are all within 1 point of each other. Reggina currently controls their own destiny, but this inconsistent team can't seem to figure out how to pull away from the competition. Their star player, Alvin Allen, will have to continue to carry the team on his back if they have a shot at making it to Serie A. He has scored a staggering amount of goals since he arrived at Reggina in the January transfer window, and propelled this team to a spot that none would have deemed possible back then. Here they sit, on the cusp of promotion. Which team will show up? The team that went on a 5 game winning streak earlier this year? Or the team that just drew against a lowly Empoli team last week? Only five games remain to see if they have what it takes.