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September-November Report
This was not great, at all. We are not meeting expectations and this is the first report in which I am not happy with the performances. Obviously we are still adjusting to the additional matches, however it's still not an excuse anymore. August and pre-season should have been enough time for the players to adjust to the added pressure and fitness levels.
Completed Fixtures
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Our dominance in the Champions League group stages, particularly against Valencia, defeating the side 5-1 was great highlight. An embarrassing defeat to Tottenham (losing in the 120' minute) in a competition we destroyed teams like Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal last year, in the Capital One. One thing I noticed, is that we are slightly starting to get rhythm towards the end of the month, which could lead to brighter results in the upcoming months.
Key Player
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What a signing, truly. This player has been key in attacking and defending play. Unfortunately, he suffered an injury in the Manchester City game (for 4-6 weeks). It's truly upsetting that we now, have to live without a great player for almost 2 months. However, I have signed veteran right defender - Anthony Reveillere as a backup defender in case, these unfortunate circumstances occur again in the future.
Season Stats
Appearances - 16
Goals - 2
Assists - 3
Player Of The Match - 0
Average Rating - 7.42
League
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The league is disappointing, although it's the start, we shouldn't be in 7th place. Minimum of 5th in my eyes. Liverpool are really at the bottom and could possibly be relegated this season if things don't improve under new manager - Antonino Conte. Everton and Arsenal are suffering this season also, and Southampton are really excelling shooting into 4th place.