Recaps
Rosenborg 1 – 0 Stabaek [F]
The Trolljenta aren’t looking to break their record for most season losses any time soon. Synne Bronstad was the hero this day getting the winning goal just five minutes after she came on as a substitute. Rosenborg has had to get creative, but the deeper the bench goes the better for everyone.
Punjab FC 0 – 2 Sreenidi Deccan
I’ve had a hard time finding recaps on this, but suffice to say, it didn’t go great for Punjab. They’re fully out of the running for hardware this year, but acquitted themselves well despite the changes in season and in management.
Freiburg 1 – 4 Union Berlin [M]
That one wasn’t even close. Despite having 71% possession and at least 2 expected goals, Freiburg got nearly nothing, while Union Berlin made the most of each of their chances against a clearly tiring Freiburg back line. Freiburg heads to their last league match needing a great showing against one of the best teams in the country.
Ross County 0 – 1 Motherwell
The Staggies also came up short in a vital game at home, but can’t count themselves quite as unlucky as Freiburg. The lost points stem from Alex Iacovitti’s foul in the box and the ensuing penalty. It was unfortunate but, so it goes.
Grenoble 1 – 1 AC Ajaccio [M]
Loris Nery put Grenoble in front early off a lightning strike of a free kick. However, Adrien Monfray’s two yellow cards (within 5 minutes of each other) put them right back in jeopardy. While Ajaccio got a goal back, Brice Mableu kept things tight at the back to snatch a point and with it safety in Ligue 2 for another year.
Minnesota United 0 – 1 Cincinnati [M]
The Loons looked poor and again required Dayne St. Clair to save the day. Romain Metanire’s absence continues to create trouble for our fullbacks, and the struggles of the offense to find a plan beyond: Reynoso does something magical, isn’t helping the offense either.
Emelec 1 – 0 Macara [F]
Las Electricas got a win again! Captain Maria Jose Colonel netted the winner late on in the match to give Emelec a boost on their way in to Mother’s Day.
Emelec 4 – 0 Mushuc Runa [M]
Sebastian Rodiguez could have had a penalty kick hat trick, but mercifully ceded the honors to Jose Cevallos at the end of the game as los bombillos plagued Mushuc every step of the way. (Alexis Zapata must have a protractor to hit the angle of goal he did…oof)
SC Freiburg 3 – 0 SGS Essen [F]
It wasn’t the well known stars who boosted Freiburg to victory, but a well rounded game can be exactly what the doctor called for. Three goals came with three combinations of scorers and play makers. I’m a little partial to Jana Vojtekova’s cross, but that’s me.
LSK Kvinner 0 – 0 Rosenborg BK [F]
Sa, det skjedde (that’s “So that happened” in Norwegian)
Stromsgodset 3 – 0 Rosenborg [M]
That also happened. The only thing to say is that Erland Dahl Reitan’s goal was nice…but into the wrong net. Rosenborg’s normally reliable performance have dropped dramatically and they now sit in 12th place. (one point above relegation area…granted it’s early but still…yikes…)
Grenoble 3 – 1 Le Puy [F]
Les alpines got a much needed dose of home cooking after two lack luster losses in a row. And with Sherly Jeudy and Claudia Fabre were phenomenal in tandem setting up and knocking home all three of the Grenoble goals, including this one just three minutes into the match
Accra Lions 1 – 0 Legon Cities
Legon is awfully close to Accra, but the Royals continue to stumble in the closest things they have to local rivalries. They have won one match against the trio of Lions, Hearts of Oak, and Olympics. Here’s hoping Liberty Professionals come back for a little extra aggression next year.
Cukaricki 0 – 0 Vozdovac
That also happened. (Side note: Milos Milovic’s red card will likely hold him back from the next match against Partizan Belgrade…I’m sure Milos is a serious professional, but I wouldn’t blame him if he wanted a break from the fascist pigs that cheer at Paritzan.)
News & Notes
Mother’s Day Mania!
We celebrated your mom the best way possible on Sunday: sweet treats and Star Wars (those were her requests which again reminds us that she is truly awesome). We also got to see the Women take center stage with all the women’s teams in action and every single one of them picking up a point.
Champions League
I don’t really talk about the major soccer scene that much. There are other, better known websites for chronicling other, better known competitions. But suffice to say, it was fun to see a crowd of students chattering and buzzing during the biggest game of the year (so far). It also reminded me that exactly 0 learning will be done on November 21st, 22nd, 29th, and 30th (as Mexico and Ecuador are in action over those two days…and most of my students have families from there)
C is for Catchy Song
I have no further notes, just enjoy this Ross County version of a Sesame Street Classic.
Player of the Week
It’s not all about Mothers day, but the simple fact is the men went 1-1-6 this week and the women went 3-1-0. We already wanted to recognize the awesomeness of the women but, as always, they made it easy. This week we’ll give it to Claudia Fabre who had a hand (or foot) in everything that got the ladies of Grenoble into the winner’s circle (also, if my research is to be believed she’s also a radiologist…so…wow…and possibly a big Bitcoin enthusiast).
Standings Update
It’s a great time to be a fan, as all but one team has a winning record this year, and even they (Grenoble) are in fine form lately. I can’t remember the last time Vozdovac was this high on the standings…they must be carrying the mythical flying creature flag…sorry Oaxaca.
| Team | W | D | L | PPG | GFA | GAA |
| Alebrijes de Oaxaca–b | 10 | 5 | 3 | 1.94 | 1.3 | 0.7 |
| Freiburg | 15 | 7 | 6 | 1.86 | 2.2 | 1.5 |
| Legon Cities | 8 | 5 | 5 | 1.61 | 1.3 | 0.7 |
| Rosenborg | 8 | 4 | 6 | 1.56 | 1.4 | 0.9 |
| Minnesota | 5 | 2 | 4 | 1.55 | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| Emelec | 8 | 6 | 6 | 1.50 | 1.8 | 1.3 |
| Punjab | 7 | 3 | 6 | 1.50 | 1.8 | 1.6 |
| FK Vozdovac | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1.43 | 1.3 | 0.9 |
| Ross County | 6 | 5 | 6 | 1.35 | 1.1 | 1.2 |
| Grenoble | 9 | 4 | 12 | 1.24 | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| University of Montana–b | — | — | — | — | — | — |
b–Team is between seasons
What’s Next
Wednesday, May 11th
Rangers v. Ross County
Minnesota v. Colorado [Cup]
Barcelona SC v. Emelec
Thursday, May 12th
Friday, May 13th
Saturday, May 14th
Punjab FC v Neroca FC
Bayern Leverkusen v. Freiburg [M]
Ross County v. Dundee
Vozdovac v. Partizan Belgrade
Paris FC v. Grenoble [M]
Nanas v. Emelec [F]
Sunday, May 15th
FC Koln v. SC Freiburg [F]
Seattle Sounders v. Minnesota United
Orense v. Emelec
Monday, May 9th
Rosenborg v. Sandefjord [M]
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