But the Eagles still had a lot of fight, and striker Josh Rife was unlucky not to convert in the 25th minute when his pinpoint header beat the Battery keeper but was cleared away on the line by Alioune Gueye.
The second half started with a very important change. Midfielder Chris Lemons, who has been sidelined for two games with a hamstring injury, replaced Cheyne Roberts. His inclusion sparked a midfield that had been struggling to keep possession in the first half. His diligence paid off in the 58th minute when Darren Toby sent a rebound cross from a freekick goalward. Lemons beat keeper Tim Melia from six yards out. From then on the Eagles kept advancing on the Battery goal but were unlucky to put any balls in the net. The game ended 2-1.
Player of the Week:
Josh Rife (12/29/79)
Hometown: Honolulu, HI
Height: 6’ 0"
College: Texas Christian University, Indiana University
2009 Club: Charlotte Eagles
Previous Clubs: Philadelphia Kixx 2005-2006, Detroit Ignition 2006-2009
Milwaukee Wave 2009-current
Interesting Fact: Naturally left footed, but right handed at everything else... Go figure!
Favorite Bible Verse: Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Hobbies: Cooking
My Man of the Match is CRL7. The game was lackluster in the midfield until he came on at the half. The pace quickened with his entrance and never let off. His goal in the 58th sparked the Eagles who were attacking until the end...just unlucky not to find the bag again.
Okay...I won't lie...he's always my Man of the Match! :)
Having missed due to injury, his fitness will only improve and then I expect more greatness from Z.
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