Cucuy FC vs. Atletico Peru 2:4 (1:1)
Playing the upper division
teams definitely makes a difference in level of competition.
Unfortunately, we were missing a few of the core guys: Kyle R, Todd, Cary,
Stan, Ben, Eddy..., but luckily we picked up two guest players (Daniel
and Brad).
Peru proved why they are the State reigning champs right off the bat.
They scored with a first build up and 'somewhat' lucky header from the
top of the 18 yard box. 1:0 Peru. Cucuy took it as a wake up call and
finally settled in the match with great ball control and possession.
With that came handful of good chances to bring the game to level.
Eventually, Hintzky, Javier and Cole built up the play and Patrick
slotted it in for 1:1. Cucuy maintained the control for the remaining
of the first half, but Peru resisted and held off.
Peru took the second half far more seriously and showed us what
experience and staying composed under pressure can do. Cucuy was
allowed less opportunities, which could be attributed to tired legs or
just lack of movement and provided support. Nevertheless, Peru held on
to the ball well and kept our defensive line at bay with fast breaks or
overloaded midfield. After a breakdown in the middle Peru's one-touch
passes allowed them to march into our goal, 2:1. 3:1 came after a poor
corner kick clearance and a volley that swept the cobwebs of the
upper-ninety. Daniel had no chance.
Our moment of glory came in the final minutes. Peru's miscommunication
in their defensive line caused them to forget about Javier. Hintzky
send a delightful through ball and Javier was off to races to send a
shot to a lower right corner for 3:2. Almost immediately Peru pressed
forward and with a first shot deflected the second arrived just under
our crossbar from 18 yards out. A solid finish and 4:2 State Champs!
-kh
Goals: Patrick, Javier
MVP: Hintzky
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