Matthew Insley
Frenso, CA
On a night when the Kansas Jayhawks could not scare away defeat to remain unbeaten, FC MB United fared better, fending off the African Union for a 3-2 golden goal victory in the second overtime period. Our Dear Menno's footballers remained unbeaten all-time in FPU indoor play. The win propelled the defending champions forward into the winner's bracket while sending the feisty African-heavy team to claw their way through the loser's side, where one loss will end their season.
The game started a bit late due to the many Seminarians enrolled in Discipleship and Ethics, leaving several key starters no time to warm up. Despite a sluggish first five minutes, however, the MBBSers struck first on a nifty goal by forward Nate Thiessen, as he slid a ball into the right upper net. He netted another late in the first half, this one a line-drive on a fast break, to give Menno's boys a 2-0 halftime lead.
The second half went decidedly for the African Union, the equalizer coming late in the second half as the MBBSers reeled, stunned by the relentless African attack. With the crowd cheering on the Unioners the momentum seemed to sway in their favor. In the second overtime, however, Scott Carolan struck a perfect left-footed ball into the upper left corner from the right side to seal the victory. The crowd fell silent and Goliath remained standing.
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Seems like the team is living up to the legacy which was established by the pioneers of FC MB United! Keep up the good work!
FC MB United would probably trash my hattrick.org team (Moritas) if it were possible for y'all to upload yourselves for a friendly.
the name Moritas, by the way, is in honor of the Pat Morita of Karate Kid fame. so no matter how lopsided the scores, i can always take comfort in having a superior team name.
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