In a game full of drama _CLUB_NAME overcame _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_PENALTIES_2
In an unremarkable but exciting game _CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_PENALTIES_3
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT in an otherwise dull match.
MATCH_QUALITY_PENALTIES_4
In a game full of drama _CLUB_NAME_2 overcame _CLUB_NAME _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_PENALTIES_5
In an unremarkable but tense game _CLUB_NAME_2 beat _CLUB_NAME _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_PENALTIES_6
_CLUB_NAME_2 beat _CLUB_NAME _RESULT in an otherwise dull match.
MATCH_QUALITY_0
A genuine sensation occurred in the _COUNTER game of the season.
MATCH_QUALITY_0a
A classic encounter took place in the _COUNTER game of the season.
MATCH_QUALITY_0b
The new _COMPETITION season has got under way.
MATCH_QUALITY_0c
This year's _COMPETITION season has got under way.
MATCH_QUALITY_0d
A shock result occurred on the _COUNTER day of the _COMPETITION season.
MATCH_QUALITY_0e
One shock result stands out on the _COUNTER day of the _COMPETITION season.
MATCH_QUALITY_0F
_COUNTER game of _COMPETITION season:
MATCH_QUALITY_0G
_COMPETITION _ROUND:
MATCH_QUALITY_1
An unbelievably dull encounter between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_2
An excruciating encounter between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_3
A disappointing game between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_4
A wretched game between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_5
A competitive but sub-standard game between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_6
An astonishingly poor game between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_7
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in a mediocre game.
MATCH_QUALITY_8
A mediocre game between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_9
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home _against_club_name_2 in a mediocre game.
MATCH_QUALITY_10
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in a largely dull encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_11
A largely dull match between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_12
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in a largely dull encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_13
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in an unremarkable encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_14
An unremarkable encounter between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_15
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in an unremarkable encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_16
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in a run-of-the-mill encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_17
A run-of-the-mill encounter between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_18
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in a run-of-the-mill encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_19
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT in a lacklustre encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_20
_CLUB_NAME_2 beat _CLUB_NAME _RESULT in a lacklustre encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_21
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in an attractive contest.
MATCH_QUALITY_22
An attractive contest between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_23
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in an attractive contest.
MATCH_QUALITY_24
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in an entertaining match.
MATCH_QUALITY_25
An entertaining match between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_26
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in an entertaining match.
MATCH_QUALITY_27
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in a very good contest.
MATCH_QUALITY_28
A very good contest between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_29
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in a very good contest.
MATCH_QUALITY_30
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT in an above-average encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_31
_CLUB_NAME_2 beat _CLUB_NAME _RESULT in an above-average encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_32
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in a highly entertaining match.
MATCH_QUALITY_33
An outstanding game between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_34
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in a very enjoyable contest.
MATCH_QUALITY_35
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT in a highly entertaining match.
MATCH_QUALITY_36
_CLUB_NAME_2 beat _CLUB_NAME _RESULT in a highly entertaining match.
MATCH_QUALITY_36A
_CLUB_NAME notched up a _RESULT victory _against_club_name_2 in an extremely one-sided game.
MATCH_QUALITY_36B
_CLUB_NAME_2 notched up a _RESULT away victory _against_club_name in an extremely one-sided game.
MATCH_QUALITY_37
_CLUB_NAME defeated _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in an incredible match.
MATCH_QUALITY_38
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in a sensational contest.
MATCH_QUALITY_39
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT at home in a tremendous encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_40
An historic match between _club_name and _club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_41
A breathtaking encounter between _club_name and _club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_42
A highly impressive contest between _the_club_name and _the_club_name_2 ended _RESULT.
MATCH_QUALITY_43
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in an intriguing encounter.
MATCH_QUALITY_44
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in a highly memorable match.
MATCH_QUALITY_45
_CLUB_NAME lost _RESULT at home against _CLUB_NAME_2 in a game that exceeded everyone's expectations.
MATCH_QUALITY_46
_CLUB_NAME beat _CLUB_NAME_2 _RESULT in a highly memorable match.
MATCH_QUALITY_47
_CLUB_NAME_2 beat _CLUB_NAME _RESULT in a highly memorable match.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_0
Although it was only a friendly, both managers acknowledged the game's importance before the match.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_0A
Although billed as a friendly, the two managers regarded it as a serious opportunity for several players to prove their credentials.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_1
The game was important to both teams, as demonstrated by both sets of fans before the kick-off.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_1A
There was a lot at stake in the game for both sides. Even the supporters were a little edgy prior to the kick-off.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_2
Half an hour before the game the atmosphere was electric in a stadium that was bursting at the seams.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_3
In perfect footballing weather and with a great atmosphere inside the stadium, tickets were a scarce commodity outside.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_4
The contest between two teams having a disappointing season took place in front of a discouraging crowd of only _VALUE_2.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_5
The visitors seemed to outnumber the home fans, not only in the supporters club section, but in the other stands as well.
ATTENDANCE_1
A crowd of _VALUE_2 spectators in a sold-out _STADIUM got very good value for money.
ATTENDANCE_2
A crowd of _VALUE_2 spectators in an almost sold-out _STADIUM got very good value for money.
ATTENDANCE_3
A crowd of _VALUE_2 spectators made _STADIUM look full for a game that proved very good value for money.
ATTENDANCE_4
A crowd of _VALUE_2 spectators in a half-empty _STADIUM got very good value for money.
ATTENDANCE_5
A crowd of _VALUE_2 endured a game that was very dull in places.
ATTENDANCE_6
A crowd of _VALUE_2 spectators wished they had stayed at home.
ATTENDANCE_7
A crowd _VALUE_2 would have been better entertained at home.
ATTENDANCE_8
The players _of_club_name didn't exactly enthral the crowd of _VALUE_2 spectators.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_1
_MANAGER_NAME has now fielded the same side _VALUE_2 times.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_2
_MANAGER_NAME picked the same team that took to the field in the last league match.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_3
_MANAGER_NAME fielded the same side that started the last league game.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_4
_MANAGER_NAME picked the same team that played _against_club_name_3.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_5
_MANAGER_NAME picked ten of the players who started the previous game _against_club_name_3.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_6
_PLAYER_NAME_5 replaced _PLAYER_NAME_4 in the starting line-up.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_7
_MANAGER_NAME illustrated his disappointment with the team's most recent performance by dropping _VALUE_2 of the players who took the field _against_club_name_3.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_8
_MANAGER_NAME made _VALUE_2 changes to the team that performed so inadequately in the most recent game _against_club_name_3.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_9
With a view to resting some of his star players, _MANAGER_NAME made _VALUE_2 changes to the team that started the most recent game _against_club_name_3.
CHANGES_IN_THE_TEAM_10
_MANAGER_NAME dropped _VALUE_2 of the players who started the last game in order to give some of his stars a rest.
TACTICS_1A
_CLUB_NAME took to the field with their new back four for the first time, but _MANAGER_NAME at _CLUB_NAME_2 has been playing this formation for some time.
TACTICS_1
Both _CLUB_NAME and _CLUB_NAME 2 took to the field with a back-four formation.
TACTICS_2
_CLUB_NAME took to the field with three at the back, while _MANAGER_NAME of _CLUB_NAME_2 decided in favour of a back-four formation.
TACTICS_3
_CLUB_NAME fielded a classic sweeper and two man-markers, while _MANAGER_NAME_2 preferred a back-three formation.
TACTICS_4
_CLUB_NAME fielded a classic sweeper and two man-markers, while _MANAGER_NAME_2 preferred a back-four formation.
TACTICS_5
The _CLUB_NAME players were seeking to retrieve the ball well inside the opposition's half and _CLUB_NAME_2 lost a lot of early possession as a result.
TACTICS_6
The _CLUB_NAME_2 players were seeking to retrieve the ball well inside the opposition's half and _CLUB_NAME lost a lot of early possession as a result.
TACTICS_7
The unimaginative build-up play _of_club_name remained without success at first as most attacks were thwarted early.
TACTICS_8
The initial long-ball tactics _of_club_name posed little threat to the opposition's defence.
TACTICS_9
The tactics _of_club_name_2 were too transparent in the early part of the match. All too often, the long balls played forward were easy prey for the defenders.
TACTICS_10
_CLUB_NAME had evidently decided to attack down the right flank.
TACTICS_11
_CLUB_NAME had evidently decided to attack down the left flank.
TACTICS_12
_CLUB_NAME had evidently decided to attack down the flanks.
TACTICS_13
_CLUB_NAME had evidently decided to attack through the middle.
TACTICS_14
"_CLUB_NAME_2's build-up play was much more varied; they constantly endeavoured to play the ball wide."
FIRST_MINUTES_1
"The visitors looked very tired right from the start; their travel itinerary had evidently taken its toll. There can be no other explanation for the events that followed."
FIRST_MINUTES_2
The visitors had obviously not travelled well and encountered too many traffic jams. The events that followed cannot otherwise be explained.
FIRST_MINUTES_3
_MANAGER_NAME was rewriting the tactics _of_club_name after just a few seconds. His side conceded goal number one in the very first minute (after exactly _VALUE_3 seconds).
FIRST_MINUTES_3A
_MANAGER_NAME was rewriting the tactics _of_club_name after just a few seconds. His side were one goal down in the very first minute (after exactly _VALUE_3 seconds).
FIRST_MINUTES_4
_MANAGER_NAME_2 was rewriting the tactics _of_club_name_2 after just a few seconds. His side conceded goal number one in the very first minute (after exactly _VALUE_3 seconds).
FIRST_MINUTES_4A
_MANAGER_NAME_2 was rewriting the tactics _of_club_name_2 after just a few seconds. His side were one goal down in the very first minute (after exactly _VALUE_3 seconds).
FIRST_MINUTES_5
_MANAGER_NAME was rewriting the tactics _of_club_name after just a few minutes. His side conceded goal number one after only _VALUE_3 minutes.
FIRST_MINUTES_5A
_MANAGER_NAME was rewriting the tactics _of_club_name after just a few minutes. His side were one goal down after only _VALUE_3 minutes.
FIRST_MINUTES_6
The game got off to a furious start. The first goal came after just _VALUE_3 minutes of play.
FIRST_MINUTES_6A
The game got off to a furious start. The ball found the net after just _VALUE_3 minutes of play.
FIRST_MINUTES_7
The game started with a dire mistake at the back. After just _VALUE_3 minutes, goalkeeper _PLAYER_NAME_2 was fishing the ball out of the net for the first time.
FIRST_MINUTES_7A
The game started with a dire mistake at the back. After just _VALUE_3 minutes, goalkeeper _PLAYER_NAME_2 was fishing the ball out of the net.
FIRST_MINUTES_8
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME.
FIRST_MINUTES_9
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME with a brilliant long-range shot.
FIRST_MINUTES_10
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME with a header following a cross from _PLAYER_NAME_2.
FIRST_MINUTES_11
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME with a header.
FIRST_MINUTES_12
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME with a volley.
FIRST_MINUTES_13
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME with a free kick.
FIRST_MINUTES_14
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME with a penalty.
FIRST_MINUTES_15
The goal was scored by _PLAYER_NAME putting the ball in to his own net.
FIRST_MINUTES_16
It was his _COUNTER_3 goal of the season.
FIRST_MINUTES_17
It was his _COUNTER_3 goal of the competition.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_1
The game started with a series of chances for both teams, but none was converted.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_2
The game started with a series of chances for _CLUB_NAME, but none was converted.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_3
The game started with a series of chances for _CLUB_NAME_2, but none was converted.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_4
The two teams showed a lot of respect for each other in the early minutes.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_4A
The build-up play was very cautious at first as both teams sought to take control of the game.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_4B
The game got off to a very dull start as both teams concentrated on defending their own goal.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_5
The focus of both teams at the start was on avoiding any mistakes.
FIRST_MINUTES_NO_GOAL_6
Both teams set out to build a strong defence as a springboard for attack.
FIRST_MINUTES_SENT_OFF_1
_MANAGER_NAME faced a crisis after just a few minutes. Referee _REF had no choice but to send _PLAYER_NAME for an early bath.
FIRST_MINUTES_SENT_OFF_2
_MANAGER_NAME_2 faced a crisis after just a few minutes. Referee _REF had no choice but to send _PLAYER_NAME for an early bath.
FIRST_MINUTES_SENT_OFF_3
After _VALUE_3 minutes referee _REF sent _PLAYER_NAME for an early bath, so that _CLUB_NAME had to play the rest of the game with just ten men.
FIRST_MINUTES_SENT_OFF_4
After _VALUE_3 minutes referee _REF sent _PLAYER_NAME for an early bath, so that _CLUB_NAME_2 had to play the rest of the game with just ten men.
LATE_GOAL_FIRST_HALF_1
One of the many chances created _by_club_name later in the game was rewarded with a goal in the _COUNTER_3 minute.
LATE_GOAL_FIRST_HALF_2
One of the many chances created _by_club_name_2 later in the game was rewarded with a goal in the _COUNTER_3 minute.
LATE_GOAL_FIRST_HALF_3
_CLUB_NAME created several chances as the game progressed, but it was _PLAYER_NAME_2 who made it 1 - 0 _for_club_name_2.
LATE_GOAL_FIRST_HALF_4
_CLUB_NAME_2 created several chances as the game progressed, but it was _PLAYER_NAME_2 who made it 1 - 0 _for_club_name.
LATE_GOAL_FIRST_HALF_5
Later in what had been a closely contested match it was _PLAYER_NAME_2 who broke the deadlock with a goal _for_club_name in the _COUNTER_3 minute.
LATE_GOAL_FIRST_HALF_6
Later in what had been a closely contested match it was _PLAYER_NAME_2 who broke the deadlock with a goal _for_club_name_2 in the _COUNTER_3 minute.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_1
The game appeared to be going nowhere until _MANAGER_NAME's team suddenly stepped up a gear and stunned the opposition with two goals by _PLAYER_NAME_3 in the _COUNTER_3 and _COUNTER_4 minute.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_2
The game appeared to be going nowhere until _MANAGER_NAME_2's team suddenly stepped up a gear and stunned the opposition with two goals by _PLAYER_NAME_3 in the _COUNTER_3 and _COUNTER_4 minute.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_3
The game appeared to be going nowhere until _MANAGER_NAME's team suddenly stepped up a gear and stunned the opposition with two goals by _PLAYER_NAME_3 in the _COUNTER_3 and _PLAYER_NAME_4 in the _COUNTER_4 minute.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_4
The game appeared to be going nowhere until _MANAGER_NAME_2's team suddenly stepped up a gear and stunned the opposition with two goals by _PLAYER_NAME_3 in the _COUNTER_3 and _PLAYER_NAME_4 in the _COUNTER_4 minute.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_5
Apart from a penalty miss by _PLAYER_NAME_3, the early part of the game was very uneventful.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_6
For a long period the game drifted along with no clear direction.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_7
But then _PLAYER_NAME_3 opened the scoring after leaving the defence chasing his shadow.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_8
But then _PLAYER_NAME_3 suddenly appeared in front of _PLAYER_NAME_4 and opened the scoring.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_9
But then _PLAYER_NAME_3 made it 1 - 0 before the players returned to the dressing rooms.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_9A
But then a goal by _PLAYER_NAME_3 took his side into the lead.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_10
A typical goal from nothing _for_club_name.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_11
A goal of the type that has become a hallmark _of_club_name this season.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_12
A typical goal from nothing _for_club_name_2.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_0_13
A goal of the type that has become a hallmark _of_club_name_2 this season.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_1
_PLAYER_NAME_1 then equalised with a header that increased his confidence so much, he went on to give the defence all sorts of problems afterwards.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_2
_PLAYER_NAME_1 then equalised with a long-range shot that took goalkeeper _PLAYER_NAME_4 by surprise.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_3
_PLAYER_NAME_1 equalised before the break, however, so the game was all square at half time.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_4
With _PLAYER_NAME_1 equalising before the break, _CLUB_NAME were lucky to finish the first half all square.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_5
With _PLAYER_NAME_1 equalising before the break, _CLUB_NAME_2 were lucky to finish the first half all square.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_6
With _PLAYER_NAME_1 equalising before the break, the visitors were flattered to finish the first half all square.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_7
With _PLAYER_NAME_1 equalising before the break, the home side were flattered to finish the first half all square.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_8
But _PLAYER_NAME_1 equalised before the half-time break.
GOAL_DESCRIPTION_1_1_9
But it was not long before _PLAYER_NAME_1 had made it all square.
SECOND_GOAL_1
The early 2 - 0 lead provided a comfortable cushion until the half-time break.
SECOND_GOAL_2
The early 2 - 0 lead initially provided a comfortable cushion.
SECOND_GOAL_3
The second goal before the break provided a comfortable lead at the half-time whistle.
SECOND_GOAL_4
The second goal before the break provided a comfortable lead.
SECOND_GOAL_5
The heads of the _club_name_2 players dropped when the home side scored a second goal before half time.
SECOND_GOAL_6
The heads of the _club_name players dropped when the away side scored a second goal before half time.
SECOND_GOAL_7
_PLAYER_NAME_1 found the net again.
SECOND_GOAL_8
The goalscorer this time was _PLAYER_NAME_1.
SECOND_GOAL_9
The hapless _PLAYER_NAME_1 was visibly distraught after steering the ball past his own keeper for the second time.
SECOND_GOAL_10
The goalscorer this time was _PLAYER_NAME_1, who played the ball into his own net.
SECOND_GOAL_STRIKE_BACK_1
The early 2 - 0 lead provided a comfortable cushion, but _PLAYER_NAME_4 put _CLUB_NAME back in the game with a goal in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
SECOND_GOAL_STRIKE_BACK_2
The early 2 - 0 lead provided a comfortable cushion, but _PLAYER_NAME_4 put _CLUB_NAME_2 back in the game with a goal in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
SECOND_GOAL_STRIKE_BACK_3
The second goal without reply before the break provided a comfortable lead, but _PLAYER_NAME_4 put _CLUB_NAME back in the game with a goal in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
SECOND_GOAL_STRIKE_BACK_4
The second goal without reply before the break provided a comfortable lead, but _PLAYER_NAME_4 put _CLUB_NAME_2 back in the game with a goal in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
SECOND_GOAL_STRIKE_BACK_5
The heads of the _CLUB_NAME players dropped when the home side scored a second goal shortly before half time. But a brief lapse in concentration allowed _PLAYER_NAME_4 to put his side back in the game almost immediately.
SECOND_GOAL_STRIKE_BACK_6
The heads of the _CLUB_NAME_2 players dropped when the home side scored a second goal shortly before half time. But a brief lapse in concentration allowed _PLAYER_NAME_4 to put his side back in the game almost immediately.
NO_CHANCES_1
Despite several chances _for_club_name, the first half did not produce any goals.
NO_CHANCES_2
Despite several chances _for_club_name_2, the first half did not produce any goals.
NO_CHANCES_3
With both sides creating only a handful of chances, the game got off to a poor start and neither team managed to break the deadlock in the first half.
MANY_CHANCES_1
The home side failed to take advantage of several openings created in the first half.
MANY_CHANCES_2
In football you generally pay later for missed opportunities.
MANY_CHANCES_3
In football you generally pay for missed opportunities later in the match.
MANY_CHANCES_4
The visitors failed to take advantage of several openings created in the first half.
MANY_CHANCES_5
In football you generally pay later for missed opportunities.
MANY_CHANCES_6
In football you generally pay for missed opportunities later in the match.
MANY_CHANCES_7
Both sides failed to take advantage of several openings created in the first half.
EQUALIZER_AND_2_1_1
_PLAYER_NAME_1's equaliser was soon cancelled out when _PLAYER_NAME_4 put his side back in the lead in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
EQUALIZER_AND_2_1_2
The fans were still celebrating _PLAYER_NAME_1's equaliser when _CLUB_NAME_2 recaptured the lead with a goal by _PLAYER_NAME_4 in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
EQUALIZER_AND_2_1_3
The fans were still celebrating _PLAYER_NAME_1's equaliser when _CLUB_NAME recaptured the lead with a goal by _PLAYER_NAME_4 in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
EQUALIZER_AND_2_1_4
The fans didn't have long to enjoy _PLAYER_NAME_1's equaliser, however, because _PLAYER_NAME_4 recaptured the lead for _CLUB_NAME_2 with a goal in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
EQUALIZER_AND_2_1_5
The fans didn't have long to enjoy _PLAYER_NAME_1's equaliser, however, because _PLAYER_NAME_4 recaptured the lead for _CLUB_NAME with a goal in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
EQUALIZER_AND_2_1_6
But _PLAYER_NAME_1 grabbed the equaliser before the break, and _PLAYER_NAME_4 gave his side the lead with a goal in the _COUNTER_5 minute.
PAUSE_3_0_1
When _PLAYER_NAME_5 made it 3 - 0 in the _COUNTER_5 minute, the game was practically over.
PAUSE_3_0_2
The game more or less came to end in the _COUNTER_5 minute when _PLAYER_NAME_5 made the score 3 - 0.
PAUSE_3_0_3
After the second goal and then a third by _PLAYER_NAME_5 in the _COUNTER_5 minute, there seemed to be no way back. Nobody inside the stadium could have anticipated a comeback at the time.
GOALS_FIRST_3_1_1
After getting back into the game at 2 - 1, hopes of a turnaround were suddenly dashed by _PLAYER_NAME_5. All signs of resistance dissolved.
GOALS_FIRST_3_1_2
But just a few minutes later the match was decided with a goal by _PLAYER_NAME_5.
GOALS_FIRST_3_1_3
_PLAYER_NAME_5 provided a glimmer of hope when he made it 2 - 1 in the _COUNTER_5 minute, but the two-goal lead was restored in no time at all.
GOALS_FIRST_3_1_4
_PLAYER_NAME_5 provided a glimmer of hope when he made it 2 - 1 in the _COUNTER_5 minute, but the lead was restored almost immediately.
GOALS_FIRST_3_1_5
_PLAYER_NAME_5 seemed to provide a glimmer of hope when he made it 2 - 1, but defeat was inevitable when the two-goal lead was quickly restored before the break.
GOALS_FIRST_3_1_6
_PLAYER_NAME_5 provided a glimmer of hope when he made it 2 - 1, but the outcome seemed certain when the two-goal lead was quickly restored before the break.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_1
The contest then developed into a one-sided affair.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_2
The contest then developed into a very good match, with both sides scoring another goal before the break.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_3
The contest then developed into a good match, and a well-earned equaliser preceded the interval.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_4
The contest then developed into an end-to-end battle.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_5
Neither team gave anything away in the period of play that followed.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_6
The contest then developed into a physical affair played at high tempo.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_7
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME made a comeback and surprised everyone by drawing level before the interval.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_8
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME_2 made a comeback and surprised everyone by drawing level before the interval.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_9
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME took their chances and incredibly turned the deficit into a lead before the interval.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_10
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME_2 took their chances and incredibly turned the deficit into a lead before the interval.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_11
Manager _MANAGER_NAME appeared to be in a state of shock at this juncture.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_12
Manager _MANAGER_NAME made almost no impression during this period and was unable to resolve the chaos within the team.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_13
Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 appeared to be in a state of shock at this juncture.
OTHER_GOALS_UNTIL_HALF_TIME_14
Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 made almost no impression during this period and was unable to resolve the chaos within the team.
BEFORE_HALFTIME_1
The players returned to the dressing room with the score at _RESULT_3.
BEFORE_HALFTIME_2
The half-time score was _RESULT_3.
BEFORE_HALFTIME_3
The scoreline at half time was _RESULT_3.
BEFORE_HALFTIME_4
The referee blew the half-time whistle with the score at _RESULT_3.
BEFORE_HALFTIME_5
The home side gave every indication of wanting to hear the half-time whistle.
BEFORE_HALFTIME_6
The away side gave every indication of wanting to hear the half-time whistle.
HALF_TIME_1
Raised voices were heard in the _CLUB_NAME dressing room at half time. Manager _MANAGER_NAME was evidently not going to tolerate a similarly poor performance in the second half.
HALF_TIME_2
All was not well in the _CLUB_NAME dressing room during half time. Manager _MANAGER_NAME was scathing about his team's performance.
HALF_TIME_1A
Raised voices were heard in the _CLUB_NAME_2 dressing room at half time. Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 was evidently not going to tolerate a similarly poor performance in the second half.
HALF_TIME_2A
All was not well in the _CLUB_NAME_2 dressing room during half time. Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 was scathing about his team's performance.
HALF_TIME_3
Manager _MANAGER_NAME had clearly had enough by half time and stormed down the tunnel.
HALF_TIME_3a
Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 was clearly delighted with his team's first-half performance and entered the tunnel with a broad grin.
HALF_TIME_4
Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 had clearly had enough by half time and stormed down the tunnel.
HALF_TIME_5
Manager _MANAGER_NAME was clearly delighted with his team's first-half performance. He entered the tunnel with a broad grin.
HALF_TIME_6
Manager _MANAGER_NAME had every reason to be pleased with his team's performance in the first 45 minutes.
HALF_TIME_7
Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 had every reason to be pleased with his team's performance in the first half.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_1
Despite drawing level for a time, defeat _for_club_name_2 was inevitable.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_2
Despite drawing level for a time, defeat _for_club_name was inevitable.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_3
_PLAYER_NAME_6 had the pleasure of scoring the decisive goal _for_club_name.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_4
_PLAYER_NAME_6 had the pleasure of scoring the decisive goal _for_club_name_2.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_5
_PLAYER_NAME_6 effectively made sure of victory when he made it 2 - 1.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_6
_PLAYER_NAME_6 effectively made sure of victory when he made it 3 - 2.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_7
_PLAYER_NAME_6 effectively made sure of victory when he made it 4 - 3.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_8
_PLAYER_NAME_6 effectively made sure of victory when he made it 5 - 4.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_9
After the equaliser _CLUB_NAME stepped up a gear and seemed to score every time they went forward; the goal flurry was initiated by _PLAYER_NAME_6.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_10
After the equaliser _CLUB_NAME_2 stepped up a gear and seemed to score every time they went forward; the goal flurry was initiated by _PLAYER_NAME_6.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_9A
After the equaliser _CLUB_NAME stepped up a gear and seemed to score every time they went forward; the flurry was initiated by _PLAYER_NAME_6 scoring an own goal.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_10A
After the equaliser _CLUB_NAME_2 stepped up a gear and seemed to score every time they went forward; the flurry was initiated by _PLAYER_NAME_6 scoring an own goal.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_11
He also netted the final goal in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_12
The goal just before the end, making it 4 - 1, was perhaps one more than the winner's deserved.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_13
The goal right at the end, making it 4 - 1, was perhaps one more than the winner's deserved, but a just reward to crown the performance of _PLAYER_NAME_7.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_14
The goal just before the final whistle, making it 3 - 2, was no more than a consolation.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_15
The goal just before the final whistle, making it 4 - 2, was no more than a consolation.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_16
The goal just before the final whistle, making it 5 - 2, was no more than a consolation.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_17
The goal just before the final whistle, making it 5 - 3, was no more than a consolation.
EQUALIZER_AND_DEFEAT_18
The goal just before the final whistle, making it 6 - 2, was no more than a consolation.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_1
Everything changed after the interval. _CLUB_NAME took the initiative by unsettling the opposition early in the game and stifling all but a few opportunities. The inevitable reward came in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_2
Everything changed after the interval. _CLUB_NAME_2 took the initiative by unsettling the opposition early in the game and stifling all but a few opportunities. The inevitable reward came in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_3
Everything changed after the interval. _CLUB_NAME_2 took the initiative by unsettling the home side early in the game and stifling all but a few opportunities. The inevitable reward came in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_4
Everything changed after the interval. _CLUB_NAME took the initiative by unsettling the away side early in the game and stifling all but a few opportunities. The inevitable reward came in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_5
The equaliser by _PLAYER_NAME_6 in the _COUNTER_6 minute was well deserved and brought the scoring to a close.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_5A
The equaliser by _PLAYER_NAME_6 in the _COUNTER_6 minute was well deserved and took the game into extra time.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_6
The equaliser by _PLAYER_NAME_6 in the _COUNTER_6 minute was well deserved and brought the scoring to a close.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_6A
The equaliser by _PLAYER_NAME_6 in the _COUNTER_6 minute was well deserved and took the game into extra time.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_7
After being put through by an exquisite pass, _PLAYER_NAME_6 kept his cool in front of goal.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_8
_PLAYER_NAME_6 got his head to the ball and made the final score _RESULT.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_9
_PLAYER_NAME_6 seized the moment and blasted the ball into the net from long range, making the final score _RESULT.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_10
By adding to his tally, _PLAYER_NAME_6 underlined his status as the club's leading goalscorer this season.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_11
_PLAYER_NAME_6's first goal of the season made the final score _RESULT.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_12
_PLAYER_NAME_6 had the misfortune to steer the goal past his own keeper.
EQUALIZER_SECOND_HALF_13
_PLAYER_NAME_6 was the delighted goalscorer.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_1
The excitement in the second half stemmed more from foul play than consummate skill.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_2
The story of the second half is a short one.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_3
The second half was largely uneventful.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_6
_PLAYER_NAME_6 stood out from the crowd by scoring another goal in the _COUNTER_6 minute to make the final score _RESULT. _CLUB_NAME were unable to respond in a meaningful way.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_7
_PLAYER_NAME_6 stood out from the crowd by scoring another goal in the _COUNTER_6 minute to make the final score _RESULT. _CLUB_NAME_2 were unable to respond in a meaningful way.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_8
_PLAYER_NAME_6 stood out from the crowd by netting the final goal in the _COUNTER_6 minute, making the score _RESULT. _CLUB_NAME were unable to turn the game round or even get back into contention.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_9
_PLAYER_NAME_6 stood out from the crowd by netting the final goal in the _COUNTER_6 minute, making the score _RESULT. _CLUB_NAME_2 were unable to turn the game round or even get back into contention.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_4
_CLUB_NAME were pleased to see out the game with no more goals.
INCREASED_LEAD_BY_ONE_GOAL_5
_CLUB_NAME_2 were pleased to see out the game with no more goals.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_1
But _club_name_were not prepared to give up without a fight. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a goal only moments into the second half.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_1a
But _club_name_2_were not prepared to give up without a fight. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a goal only moments into the second half.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_2
But _club_name_were not prepared to give up without a fight. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a goal only minutes into the second half.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_2a
But _club_name_2_were not prepared to give up without a fight. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a goal only minutes into the second half.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_3
But _club_name_were not defeated yet. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a penalty in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_3a
But _club_name_2_were not defeated yet. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a penalty in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_4
But _club_name_were not defeated yet. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a goal in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_4a
But _club_name_2_were not defeated yet. _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in contention with a goal in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_5
An equaliser, however, remained elusive.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_6
Despite some good opportunities, however, an equaliser remained elusive.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_7
Despite every effort, however, an equaliser remained elusive.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_8
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME threw everything forward and forced a deserved equaliser.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_9
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME_2 threw everything forward and forced a deserved equaliser.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_10
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME threw everything forward and forced a lucky equaliser.
TWO_GOALS_LEAD_AND_GOAL_CONCEDED_11
In the period that followed _CLUB_NAME_2 threw everything forward and forced a lucky equaliser.
SECOND_HALF_LEAD_NO_GOALS_1
For long periods of the second half the teams seemed either unwilling or unable to play football. There were no more goals after the interval.
SECOND_HALF_LEAD_NO_GOALS_2
The game tailed off completely in the second half. Very few chances were created and both defences remained solid.
SECOND_HALF_LEAD_NO_GOALS_3
Both sides missed golden opportunities in the second half, which remained goalless.
SECOND_HALF_LEAD_NO_GOALS_4
There were no more goals in the second half despite a series of very good opportunities _for_club_name.
SECOND_HALF_LEAD_NO_GOALS_5
There were no more goals in the second half despite a series of very good opportunities _for_club_name_2.
SECOND_HALF_LEAD_NO_GOALS_5a
The spectators endured a very moderate second half as well. Neither team managed to convert any of their chances.
SECOND_HALF_LEAD_NO_GOALS_6
The spectators endured a mediocre second half. Neither team managed to convert any of their chances.
SECOND_HALF_DRAW_NO_GOALS_1
There was very little to choose between the teams in the second half, and the game remained goalless.
SECOND_HALF_DRAW_NO_GOALS_1a
There was very little to choose between the teams in the second half, and the game was to remain goalless.
SECOND_HALF_DRAW_NO_GOALS_2
The spectators saw a contest between two evenly matched teams after the interval, and there were no goals.
SECOND_HALF_DRAW_NO_GOALS_2a
The spectators saw a contest between two evenly matched teams after the interval, and as a result there were to be no goals.
SECOND_HALF_DRAW_NO_GOALS_3
Although some good chances were created, the game was to remain goalless.
SECOND_HALF_DRAW_NO_GOALS_4
But neither team managed to find the net.
DRAW_AND_GOALS_SECOND_HALF_1
_CLUB_NAME steadily gained the upper hand after the interval, but with no reward. After eventually taking the lead and putting themselves in a very strong position, _CLUB_NAME_2's equaliser, scored by _PLAYER_NAME_5, came as a cruel blow.
DRAW_AND_GOALS_SECOND_HALF_2
_CLUB_NAME_2 steadily gained the upper hand after the interval, but with no reward. After eventually taking the lead and putting themselves in a very strong position, _CLUB_NAME_'s equaliser, scored by _PLAYER_NAME_5, came as a cruel blow.
DRAW_AND_GOALS_SECOND_HALF_3
_CLUB_NAME steadily gained the upper hand after the interval, but with no reward. They fell behind and seemed to be heading for defeat, but were consoled at least when _PLAYER_NAME_5 scored the equaliser.
DRAW_AND_GOALS_SECOND_HALF_4
_CLUB_NAME_2 steadily gained the upper hand after the interval, but with no reward. They fell behind and seemed to be heading for defeat, but were consoled at least when _PLAYER_NAME_5 scored the equaliser.
DRAW_AND_GOALS_SECOND_HALF_5
Although both teams scored one more time, neither of them was able to force a winner.
DRAW_AND_GOALS_SECOND_HALF_6
Although both teams scored more goals, neither of them was able to force a winner.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_1
_PLAYER_NAME_2 finally broke the deadlock for the home side with a header that was to remain the only goal of the game.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_2
_PLAYER_NAME_2 finally broke the deadlock for the visitors with a header that was to remain the only goal of the game.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_3
_PLAYER_NAME_2 finally broke the deadlock with an unfortunate own goal for the home side. Despite every effort by both sets of players, it remained the only goal of the game.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_4
_PLAYER_NAME_2 finally broke the deadlock with an unfortunate own goal for the visitors. Despite every effort by both sets of players, it remained the only goal of the game.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_5
_PLAYER_NAME_2 finally broke the deadlock with a goal for the home side. Despite every effort by both sets of players, it remained the only goal of the game.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_6
_PLAYER_NAME_2 finally broke the deadlock with a goal for the visitors. Despite every effort by both sets of players, it remained the only goal of the game.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_7
There was to be only one further goal in the second half when _PLAYER_NAME_6 scored the winner _for_club_name just before the end in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_8
There was to be only one further goal in the second half when _PLAYER_NAME_6 scored the winner _for_club_name in the _COUNTER_6 minute. The game was over.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_9
There was to be only one further goal in the second half when _PLAYER_NAME_6 scored the winner _for_club_name_2 just before the end in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
DRAW_AND_ONE_GOALS_DECIDES_10
There was to be only one further goal in the second half when _PLAYER_NAME_6 scored the winner _for_club_name_2 in the _COUNTER_6 minute. The game was over.
DRAW_AND_A_CLEAR_WINNER_1
_MANAGER_NAME's side were much more lively in the second half. _CLUB_NAME were clearly in the driving seat and thoroughly deserved the convincing win.
DRAW_AND_A_CLEAR_WINNER_1a
_MANAGER_NAME_2's side were much more lively in the second half. _CLUB_NAME_2 were clearly in the driving seat and thoroughly deserved the convincing win.
DRAW_AND_A_CLEAR_WINNER_2
_MANAGER_NAME's side were much more lively in the second half. _CLUB_NAME were clearly in the driving seat and their victory was never in doubt.
DRAW_AND_A_CLEAR_WINNER_2a
_MANAGER_NAME_2's side were much more lively in the second half. _CLUB_NAME_2 were clearly in the driving seat and their victory was never in doubt.
DRAW_AND_A_CLEAR_WINNER_3
An exciting contest developed after the break, in which _MANAGER_NAME's side just gained the upper hand. _PLAYER_NAME_6 scored the decisive goal for _CLUB_NAME in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
DRAW_AND_A_CLEAR_WINNER_3a
An exciting contest developed after the break, in which _MANAGER_NAME_2's side just gained the upper hand. _PLAYER_NAME_6 scored the decisive goal for _CLUB_NAME_2 in the _COUNTER_6 minute.
TURNED_MATCHES_1
The second half was a completely different affair.
TURNED_MATCHES_2
The game was turned on its head in the second half.
TURNED_MATCHES_3
Both teams were an entirely different proposition after the interval.
TURNED_MATCHES_4
The spectators could hardly believe what they were seeing in the second half.
TURNED_MATCHES_5
_CLUB_NAME had clearly resolved to fight their way back into the game. After _PLAYER_NAME_6's equaliser, it became evident that _CLUB_NAME_2 were a spent force. The goal that made it _RESULT came in due course.
TURNED_MATCHES_5a
_CLUB_NAME_2 had clearly resolved to fight their way back into the game. After _PLAYER_NAME_6's equaliser, it became evident that _CLUB_NAME were a spent force. The goal that made it _RESULT came in due course.
TURNED_MATCHES_6
_CLUB_NAME had clearly resolved to fight their way back into the game. Once _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in touch, the flood gates opened and _club_name_2 were swept aside. There was an air of inevitability about the final score of _RESULT.
TURNED_MATCHES_6a
_CLUB_NAME_2 had clearly resolved to fight their way back into the game. Once _PLAYER_NAME_6 put them back in touch, the flood gates opened and _club_name were swept aside. There was an air of inevitability about the final score of _RESULT.
TURNED_MATCHES_7
Then it simply started raining goals for _CLUB_NAME. The final score of _RESULT speaks for itself.
TURNED_MATCHES_7a
Then it simply started raining goals for _CLUB_NAME_2. The final score of _RESULT speaks for itself.
TURNED_MATCHES_8
_CLUB_NAME then went on the rampage and left the defence _of_club_name_2 chasing shadows. There were many people in the crowd staring in disbelief at the scoreboard, which showed a final score of _RESULT.
TURNED_MATCHES_8a
_CLUB_NAME_2 then went on the rampage and left the defence _of_club_name_2 chasing shadows. There were many people in the crowd staring in disbelief at the scoreboard, which showed a final score of _RESULT.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_1
The goal flurry continued in the second half.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_2
There was no let-up in the strike rate after the interval.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_3
There were plenty of goals from both teams in the second half as well.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_3a
After the break _CLUB_NAME treated their fans to a feast of goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_3b
After the break _CLUB_NAME_2 treated their fans to a feast of goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_3c
In the second half the spectators enjoyed an entertaining contest with lots of goalmouth action.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_4
The visitors reduced the deficit to just one goal for a time, but the opposition's attacking prowess proved too much and ultimately sealed the victory.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_5
The home side reduced the deficit to just one goal for a time, but the opposition's attacking prowess proved too much and ultimately sealed the victory.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_6
Although _MANAGER_NAME's team reduced the lead to just one goal for a time, their resistance was ultimately broken.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_7
Although _MANAGER_NAME_2's team reduced the lead to just one goal for a time, their resistance was ultimately broken.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_7a
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME), who netted all of his side's goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_7b
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME_2), who netted all of his side's goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_8
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME), who hit the net twice.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_8a
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME_2), who hit the net twice.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_9
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME), who netted three goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_9a
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME_2), who netted three goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_10
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME), who hit the net _VALUE_4 times.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_10a
The game's most prolific scorer was _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME_2), who hit the net _VALUE_4 times.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_11
The game's two most prolific scorers were _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME) and _PLAYER_NAME_7 (_CLUB_NAME_2), each of whom netted two goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_12
The game's two most prolific scorers were _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME) and _PLAYER_NAME_7 (_CLUB_NAME_2), each of whom netted three goals.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_13
The game's two most prolific scorers were _PLAYER_NAME_6 (_CLUB_NAME) and _PLAYER_NAME_7 (_CLUB_NAME_2), each of whom netted _VALUE_4 times.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_13A
The man of the match, with a performance rating of _VALUE_4, was _CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_11.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_13B
The best player on the field, with a performance rating of _VALUE_4, was _CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_11.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_14
The home side continued to play attacking football until the final whistle and gave their fans good value for money.
MATCH_WITH_MANY_GOALS_15
The visitors retained their concentration until the final whistle and made every endeavour to score more goals.
INJURY_TIME_1
Referee _REF blew for time after exactly 90 minutes to conclude a match that both teams will want to forget.
INJURY_TIME_2
Referee _REF blew his whistle right on time.
INJURY_TIME_3
Although referee _REF generously played _VALUE_5 minutes of added time, the home side failed to take advantage.
INJURY_TIME_4
Although referee _REF generously played _VALUE_5 minutes of added time, the visitors failed to take advantage.
INJURY_TIME_5
Although referee _REF generously played _VALUE_5 minutes of added time, _CLUB_NAME failed to take advantage.
INJURY_TIME_6
Although referee _REF generously played _VALUE_5 minutes of added time, there were no more goals.
INJURY_TIME_7
The astonishing goal came as the clock passed the 90th-minute mark and the players were mentally preparing for extra time. The dreams of _CLUB_NAME_2 were shattered when the scoreboard showed _RESULT in added time.
INJURY_TIME_7a
The astonishing goal came as the clock passed the 90th-minute mark and the players were mentally preparing for extra time. The dreams of _CLUB_NAME were shattered when the scoreboard showed _RESULT in added time.
INJURY_TIME_8
After 90 minutes the game went into extra time.
INJURY_TIME_9
With the game still tied after 90 minutes, extra time was inevitable.
INJURY_TIME_10
The referee blew his whistle after 90 minutes to take the game into extra time.
EXTRA_TIME_0
Despite every effort, however, neither team could break the deadlock.
EXTRA_TIME_1
In the _COUNTER minute _PLAYER_NAME_9 scored a brilliant individual goal that decided the match.
EXTRA_TIME_2
In the _COUNTER minute _PLAYER_NAME_9 made it _RESULT with a spectacular long-range shot that decided the match.
EXTRA_TIME_3
In the _COUNTER minute _PLAYER_NAME_9 made it _RESULT with a header that decided the match.
EXTRA_TIME_4
In the _COUNTER minute _PLAYER_NAME_9 had the misfortune to make it _RESULT with an own goal that decided the match.
EXTRA_TIME_5
In the _COUNTER minute _PLAYER_NAME_9 had the dismal luck to make it _RESULT with an own goal.
EXTRA_TIME_6
In the _COUNTER minute _PLAYER_NAME_9 made it _RESULT with a goal that decided the match.
EXTRA_TIME_7
Both sides finally threw off their shackles in extra time. _PLAYER_NAME_9 gave _the_club_name the lead in the _COUNTER minute, but _CLUB_NAME_2 fought back and ultimately decided the match in their favour after some dramatic scenes.
EXTRA_TIME_8
Both sides finally threw off their shackles in extra time. _PLAYER_NAME_9 gave _the_club_name_2 the lead in the _COUNTER minute, but _CLUB_NAME fought back and ultimately decided the match in their favour after some dramatic scenes.
EXTRA_TIME_9
It was exciting end-to-end football in extra time. _CLUB_NAME_ got the upper hand and ultimately deserved their victory after _PLAYER_NAME_9 broke the deadlock by outwitting the defence _of_club_name_2 for the first time.
EXTRA_TIME_10
It was exciting end-to-end football in extra time. _CLUB_NAME_2 got the upper hand and ultimately deserved their victory after _PLAYER_NAME_9 broke the deadlock by outwitting the defence _of_club_name for the first time.
EXTRA_TIME_11
Only one team looked like winning in extra time. _CLUB_NAME had greater reserves of energy and ultimately deserved their victory.
EXTRA_TIME_12
Only one team looked like winning in extra time. _CLUB_NAME_2 had greater reserves of energy and ultimately deserved their victory.
EXTRA_TIME_13
The goals continued to flow in extra time as well, and fortune ultimately smiled on _CLUB_NAME.
EXTRA_TIME_14
The goals continued to flow in extra time as well, and fortune ultimately smiled on _CLUB_NAME_2.
EXTRA_TIME_15
Neither team deserved to lose on the day.
EXTRA_TIME_16
The goals continued to flow in extra time as well. Having made the most of their chances, _CLUB_NAME deservedly left the field victorious.
EXTRA_TIME_17
The goals continued to flow in extra time as well. Having made the most of their chances, _CLUB_NAME_2 deservedly left the field victorious.
MATCH_EVENTS_1
The final showdown was almost inevitable.
MATCH_EVENTS_2
The game was to be decided in a way that pleases nobody.
MATCH_EVENTS_3
The game was to be decided by a penalty shoot-out.
MATCH_EVENTS_4
The game was to be decided on penalties.
MATCH_EVENTS_5
A penalty contest was to decide the winners.
MATCH_EVENTS_6
The outcome was ultimately convincing. Several misses by the home side left the away supporters in seventh heaven.
MATCH_EVENTS_7
The outcome was ultimately convincing. After several misses by the visitors, everything was rosy from the home fans' perspective.
MATCH_EVENTS_8
The outcome was ultimately convincing. After two misses by the visitors, everything was rosy from the home fans' perspective.
MATCH_EVENTS_9
The outcome was ultimately convincing. Two misses by the home side left the away supporters in seventh heaven.
MATCH_EVENTS_10
The outcome was ultimately convincing. Two misses by _CLUB_NAME_2 handed victory to _MANAGER_NAME's delighted side.
MATCH_EVENTS_10a
The outcome was ultimately convincing. Two misses by _CLUB_NAME handed victory to _MANAGER_NAME_2's delighted side.
MATCH_EVENTS_11
It was a dramatic climax to the game. Several players failed to convert their penalties, but _PLAYER_NAME_10 was devastated after missing the decider.
MATCH_EVENTS_12
The game was decided by a single miss in the shoot-out. _PLAYER_NAME_10 was devastated after failing to convert his penalty.
MATCH_EVENTS_13
The only player to miss in the shoot-out was _PLAYER_NAME_10. He remained motionless on the ground for several minutes while his team-mates tried to console him.
MATCH_EVENTS_14
Although the football hadn't always been of the highest quality, a truly exciting evening thus came to an end.
MATCH_EVENTS_15
Although not an outstanding match, the fans leaving the stadium could reflect on an evening that was anything but dull.
MATCH_EVENTS_16
An exciting game was thus brought to an end.
MATCH_EVENTS_17
A thrilling game was thus brought to an end.
MATCH_EVENTS_18
The winners of a truly exciting game were thus decided.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_1
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME have thus qualified for the next round.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_2
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME are now among the last sixteen.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_3
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME have thus qualified for the quarter-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_4
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME have thus qualified for the semi-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_5
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME have thus reached the final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_6
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME_2 have thus qualified for the next round.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_7
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME_2 are now among the last sixteen.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_8
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME_2 have thus qualified for the quarter-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_9
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME_2 have thus qualified for the semi-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_10
After the _RESULT_2 scoreline in the first leg, _CLUB_NAME_2 have thus reached the final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_11
Both sides therefore qualify for the next round.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_12
Both teams therefore qualify for the quarter-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_13
_CLUB_NAME have therefore emerged victorious and qualified for the next round.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_14
_CLUB_NAME have emerged victorious and joined the last sixteen in the competition.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_15
_CLUB_NAME have therefore emerged victorious and reached the quarter-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_16
_CLUB_NAME have therefore emerged victorious and reached the semi-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_17
_CLUB_NAME have therefore emerged victorious and reached the final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_18
_CLUB_NAME_2 have therefore emerged victorious and reached the next round.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_19
_CLUB_NAME_2 have therefore emerged victorious and joined the last sixteen.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_20
_CLUB_NAME_2 have therefore emerged victorious and reached the quarter-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_21
_CLUB_NAME_2 have therefore emerged victorious and reached the semi-final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_22
_CLUB_NAME_2 have therefore emerged victorious and reached the final.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_23
_CLUB_NAME's exit from the competition is a cruel blow, but the players can hold their heads high.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_24
_CLUB_NAME_2's exit from the competition is a cruel blow, but the players can hold their heads high.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_25
_CLUB_NAME's exit from the competition is a cruel blow, but they responded too slowly and therefore cannot have any complaints.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_26
_CLUB_NAME_2's exit from the competition is a cruel blow, but they responded too slowly and therefore cannot have any complaints.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_27
After today's performance, the exit _of_club_name is a great shame, but the tie was already decided in _CLUB_NAME_2's favour after the first leg.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_28
After today's performance, the exit _of_club_name_2 is a great shame, but the tie was already decided in _CLUB_NAME's favour after the first leg.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_29
The exit _of_club_name is especially hard to swallow after their performance in the first leg, but all of their good work was ultimately undone.
STILL_IN_COMPETITION_30
The exit _of_club_name_2 is especially hard to swallow after their performance in the first leg, but all of their good work was ultimately undone.
BALL_POSSESSION_1
_CLUB_NAME had about _PERCENT of the possession during the game.
BALL_POSSESSION_1A
Despite losing, _CLUB_NAME had about _PERCENT of the possession throughout the game.
BALL_POSSESSION_2
_CLUB_NAME_2 had about _PERCENT of the possession during the game.
BALL_POSSESSION_2A
Despite losing, _CLUB_NAME_2 had about _PERCENT of the possession throughout the game.
DEFEATED_TEAM_1
The losers cannot complain about the defeat or the scoreline.
DEFEATED_TEAM_2
The losers cannot complain at all about the defeat or the scoreline.
DEFEATED_TEAM_3
The losers have only themselves to blame. Their lack of bite in front of goal was the principal cause of today's unnecessary defeat.
DEFEATED_TEAM_4
The losers were responsible for their own downfall. The golden opportunities they missed were the real reason for today's easily avoidable defeat.
DEFEATED_TEAM_5
The losers' critics will point to the fact that they squandered enough chances to win three games.
DEFEATED_TEAM_6
The losing team's critics will point to the fact that they squandered enough chances to win three games.
DEFEATED_TEAM_7
The only player who performed well was _PLAYER_NAME_11.
DEFEATED_TEAM_8
The only player who stood out in an otherwise poor team display was _PLAYER_NAME_11.
DEFEATED_TEAM_9
The only player who approached his usual form was _PLAYER_NAME_11.
DEFEATED_TEAM_10
The only player who worked hard and performed reasonably well was _PLAYER_NAME_11.
DEFEATED_TEAM_11
The only player to perform well and attract the attention of other clubs was _PLAYER_NAME_11.
YELLOW_CARDS_1
The game was played in a great spirit from start to finish. Referee _REF did not have to show any yellow cards.
YELLOW_CARDS_1A
On a positive note, it was a surprisingly even-handed game. None of the players were cautioned by referee _REF.
YELLOW_CARDS_1B
On the positive side, both teams conducted themselves very well. Referee _REF easily kept control without resorting to the yellow card.
YELLOW_CARDS_2
The game was played in a very good spirit. Only one player, _PLAYER_NAME_12, was cautioned by referee _REF.
YELLOW_CARDS_2A
On a positive note, both teams played the game in a very fair spirit. Referee _REF saw only one exception when he booked _PLAYER_NAME_12.
YELLOW_CARDS_2B
Taking a positive view, the game was very even-handed and free from any violent play. _PLAYER_NAME_12 was the only one to cause referee _REF to show the yellow card.
YELLOW_CARDS_3
The game was played in a very good spirit. The only players to be booked were _CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_12 and _CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_13.
YELLOW_CARDS_4
The game was played in a very good spirit. The only players to receive cautions were _CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_12 and _CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_13.
YELLOW_CARDS_5
Only one side received any cautions, with two yellow cards being shown to _CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_12 and _PLAYER_NAME_13. On the whole it was a very fair game.
YELLOW_CARDS_6
Only one side received any cautions, with two yellow cards being shown to _CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_12 and _PLAYER_NAME_13. On the whole it was a very fair game.
YELLOW_CARDS_7
The match was played in a very good spirit, as illustrated by only three bookings.
YELLOW_CARDS_8
All the yellow cards were shown to _CLUB_NAME players.
YELLOW_CARDS_8a
All the yellow cards were shown to _CLUB_NAME_2 players.
YELLOW_CARDS_9
The four yellow cards suggest that the game was not played in a generally good spirit.
YELLOW_CARDS_10
The four yellow cards illustrate the commitment shown by the two sides.
YELLOW_CARDS_11
The four yellow cards illustrate that it was a hard-fought game.
YELLOW_CARDS_12
Five yellow cards provide evidence of a game that was marred by a series of unpleasant fouls and bad feeling.
YELLOW_CARDS_13
The abundance of yellow cards _for_club_name clearly indicates that _MANAGER_NAME's team was not going to take any prisoners. On several occasions the players' conduct was excessive.
YELLOW_CARDS_13a
The abundance of yellow cards _for_club_name_2 clearly indicates that _MANAGER_NAME_2's team was not going to take any prisoners. On several occasions the players' conduct was excessive.
YELLOW_CARDS_14
The _CLUB_NAME players showed a lack of respect for the health of their opponents. The referee reserved all of his yellow cards, _VALUE_8 in total, for manager _MANAGER_NAME's side.
YELLOW_CARDS_14a
The _CLUB_NAME_2 players showed a lack of respect for the health of their opponents. The referee reserved all of his yellow cards, _VALUE_8 in total, for manager _MANAGER_NAME_2's side.
YELLOW_CARDS_15
A total of six yellow cards is proof that both sides came out fighting.
YELLOW_CARDS_16
A total of seven bookings leaves little doubt that both sides overstepped the mark in this encounter.
YELLOW_CARDS_17
An amazing _VALUE_8 yellow cards are indicative of a hostile match in which players made no attempt to win the ball on several occasions.
YELLOW_CARDS_18
_CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_8 left the field after being shown a second yellow card.
YELLOW_CARDS_18a
_CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_8 left the field after being shown a second yellow card.
YELLOW_CARDS_19
_CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_8 was shown the red card.
YELLOW_CARDS_19a
_CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_8 was shown the red card.
YELLOW_CARDS_20
_CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_8 was sent off after just one minute on the field as a substitute.
YELLOW_CARDS_20a
_CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_8 was sent off after just one minute on the field as a substitute.
YELLOW_CARDS_21
_CLUB_NAME's _PLAYER_NAME_8 was sent off after just _VALUE_9 minutes on the field as a substitute.
YELLOW_CARDS_21a
_CLUB_NAME_2's _PLAYER_NAME_8 was sent off after just _VALUE_9 minutes on the field as a substitute.
YELLOW_CARDS_22
The game reached its lowest point when _CLUB_NAME had their second player sent off.
YELLOW_CARDS_23
The game reached its lowest point when _CLUB_NAME_2 had their second player sent off.
YELLOW_CARDS_24
The two sendings-off (one for each team) marked the low points of the game.
YELLOW_CARDS_25
Enough has been said about the dismissals already.
YELLOW_CARDS_26
The managers were forced to make several changes in order to avoid dismissals of cautioned players.
YELLOW_CARDS_27
In view of the nature of the game, it's amazing that none of the players were sent off.
YELLOW_CARDS_28
By some miracle, the referee blew the final whistle without having shown any red cards.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_1
Manager _MANAGER_NAME's side thus gained revenge for their defeat in last year's final.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_1a
Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2's side thus gained revenge for their defeat in last year's final.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_2
The home side thus gained revenge for the _RESULT defeat in the first half of the season.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_3
The visitors thus gained revenge for the _RESULT home defeat in the first half of the season.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_4
The home side thus gained revenge for the _RESULT defeat last season.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_5
The visitors thus gained revenge for the _RESULT home defeat last season.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_6
The side's recent form at home _against_club_name_2 remains awful. They have now failed to win any of the last _VALUE_9 games at home.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_7
The side's recent form at home _against_club_name_2 remains awful. They have now failed to win any of the last _VALUE_9 games at home.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_8
The visitors' recent away form _against_club_name remains awful. They have failed to win any of the last _VALUE_9 games away from home.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_9
The visitors' recent away form _against_club_name remains awful. They have won only one of the last _VALUE_9 games away from home.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_10
The hosts' home form remains dreadful. They have failed to win any of their _VALUE_9 home fixtures this season.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_11
The hosts' home form remains dreadful. They have won only one of their _VALUE_9 home fixtures this season (_against_club_name_3).
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_12
The hosts' home form remains dreadful. They have won only one of their _VALUE_9 home fixtures this season.
HISTORICAL_INFORMATION_13
The hosts' home form remains dreadful. They have won very few of their _VALUE_9 home fixtures this season.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_1
The two managers appeared to take very little interest in the game and remained seated in the dugout for 90 minutes.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_2
While _MANAGER_NAME remained practically motionless in the dugout for the whole game, his opposite number, _MANAGER_NAME_2, made every effort to influence the outcome by issuing instructions from the touch line.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_3
While _MANAGER_NAME_2 remained practically motionless in the dugout for the whole game, his opposite number, _MANAGER_NAME, made every effort to influence the outcome by issuing instructions from the touch line.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_4
As a consequence, referee _REF delighted the fans when he banished _MANAGER_NAME to the stands.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_5
As a consequence, referee _REF delighted the fans when he banished _MANAGER_NAME_2 to the stands.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_6
As a consequence, referee _REF was abused by the fans when he banished _MANAGER_NAME to the stands.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_7
As a consequence, referee _REF was abused by the fans when he banished _MANAGER_NAME_2 to the stands.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_8
_MANAGER_NAME will be criticised for his contribution in the _COUNTER_8 minute. His blatant attempt to waste time was greeted with derision by the spectators.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_9
_MANAGER_NAME_2 will be criticised for his contribution in the _COUNTER_8 minute. His blatant attempt to waste time was greeted with derision by the spectators.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_10
In the _COUNTER_8 minute manager _MANAGER_NAME created a scandal by responding violently to a fan's provocative remarks. Severe consequences are bound to follow.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_10a
In the _COUNTER_8 minute manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 created a scandal by responding violently to a fan's provocative remarks. Severe consequences are bound to follow.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_11
_MANAGER_NAME caused some embarrassment after the game when he failed to attend the press conference in protest at the referee's poor performance.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_12
_MANAGER_NAME_2 caused some embarrassment after the game when he failed to attend the press conference in protest at the referee's poor performance.
MANAGER_BEHAVIOUR_13
Assistant manager _STAFF_NAME_1 behaved disgracefully after the match when he hurled abuse at referee _REF as he left the stadium. The incident has been noted in the referee's report.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_1
After the final whistle the _CLUB_NAME fans were inconsolable. They simply could not come to terms with the defeat in the final.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_1a
After the final whistle the _CLUB_NAME_2 fans were inconsolable. They simply could not come to terms with the defeat in the final.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_2
After the final whistle the _CLUB_NAME fans were clearly distressed at what they had just witnessed. After being so close to victory, the defeat was hard to bear.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_2a
After the final whistle the _CLUB_NAME_2 fans were clearly distressed at what they had just witnessed. After being so close to victory, the defeat was hard to bear.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_3
There were many sad faces in the most vocal part of the stadium. _CLUB_NAME's defeat was clutched from the jaws of victory.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_3a
There were many sad faces in the most vocal part of the stadium. _CLUB_NAME_2's defeat was clutched from the jaws of victory.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_4
Fireworks and flares were a source of annoyance throughout the game - it has become a problem that is clearly difficult to control.
FAN_BEHAVIOUR_AFTER_MATCH_5
After the final whistle the home fans proved to be poor losers. The police stepped in when some supporters tried to get into private areas of the stadium. Several people were arrested.
TOO_MANY_FOREIGN_PLAYERS
A breach of the rules concerning foreign players rendered the outcome of the _MATCH game irrelevant. Manager _MANAGER_NAME now faces some awkward questions. The fans were clearly annoyed, and the chairman of the biggest supporters' club commented, "I was sitting in the stand and couldn't believe my eyes. How can something like this happen? What an embarrassment! Every kid knows about the ruling."
TOO_MANY_FOREIGN_PLAYERS_2
A breach of the rules concerning foreign players rendered the outcome of the _MATCH game irrelevant. Manager _MANAGER_NAME_2 now faces some awkward questions. The fans were clearly annoyed, and the chairman of the biggest supporters' club commented, "I was sitting in the stand and couldn't believe my eyes. How can something like this happen? What an embarrassment! Every kid knows about the ruling."
