Micky Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 Wolverhampton Wanderers 0 – 2 Leicester City Benjamin 35 & 57 Leicester City responded to there recent run of defeats with an accomplished performance against promotion rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers. Pre-match attention was focused upon the potential capture of Trevor Benjamin by the onlooking Bobby Robson but the furore of speculation was soon overlooked by the attractive passing style of this Leicester side. In the first five minutes of the contest, the dynamic Gillespie won a challenge on the half way line and delivered a tantalising cross for Benjamin to head powerfully against an upright. Minutes later, the rejuvenated Wilcox on the opposing flank strengthened his claims for an England call up. Intricate footwork took the Leicester winger away from four challenges and this was followed by a powerful shot that was parried to safety. The inevitable breakthrough came in the thirty fifth minute after another heavy period of Leicester pressure. Gudjohnsen’s pinpoint pass released the hardworking Blake who drew keeper Jones and nonchalantly lifted the ball into the back of the net. It was a goal that would bring great pleasure to the Leicester striker who had previously endured an unhappy spell at the West Midlands club. The home support must be seriously questioning the judgement of their management team after this performance from the Welsh international. The half ended on a sour yet archetypical note when the dogged William’s was booked after a late challenge on Ince. The Leicester midfielder’s energetic and dominant display was somewhat reminiscent to the Ince of yesteryear. The half time break gave the Wolves defence a much needed opportunity to draw breath and for fans to show appreciation. Amongst the guests paraded to the sell-out Molineux crowd was former Wolves and Leicester favourite Mark McGhee. His presentation to the crowd was met with a standing ovation that could only befit such a successful manager. The pattern of the second period followed that of the first. Intricate build up play from Leicester that will surely provide premiership football, drew gasps of breath from onlookers. The killer goal of the contest was fitting for such an aesthetic performance from the foxes. A move started by a short pass out from keeper Walker and finished after a seventeen pass move by the sublime Benjamin was a credit to Championship football. Such was Leicester’s dominance, the contest was ultimately over with half an hour remaining. Adams gave the delirious away support a look to the future by introducing youngsters Wright and Petrescu to the field. Wright, an England youth international looks to be a prodigious talent. Twice he tested keeper Jones from long range and on several occasions showed the vision and skill of the precocious Benjamin. The Leicester crowd left Molineux in full voice and with optimism restored but will it last. With imminent multi-million pound bids for striker Trevor Benjamin the club are at a decisive cross-roads in there championship season. Losing the prolific marksman would prove a huge blow to the foxes. After the game Adams refused to comment on the speculation, deflecting attention onto the game. “It was a great performance from the boys. We worked hard and did the things I wanted from the first whistleâ€Â. On the array of young talent emerging from Leicester, Adams said “It’s good to give the youngsters a chance. We have a promising bunch of lads at Leicester and the only way they are going to get better is by sticking them in thereâ€Â. Leicester: Walker, Tiatto, Canero, Heath, Dabizas, Wilcox, Gillespie, Williams, Gudjohnsen, Blake (Wright, 62), Benjamin (Petrescu, 62). Subs not used: Pressman, Stearman, Nalis. Wolves: Jones, Irwin, Clyde, De Wolf, Young, Daley, Simpson, Ince (Birch, 74), Thomas, Bull, Mutch (Kelly, 6. Subs not used: Stowell, Emblem, Goodman.
City Fan Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 Hate to be pedantic but in the report you said that Blake scored the first goal, but at the top underneath the score, you said Benjamin scored both of them!
Micky Posted 24 August 2004 Author Posted 24 August 2004 Hate to be pedantic but in the report you said that Blake scored the first goal, but at the top underneath the score, you said Benjamin scored both of them! 14855[/snapback] Well done! You've spotted the deliberate mistake! You've won a packet of frazzles and a curly wurly!
Guest freund Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 heh, that made me laugh, especially the bit about mark mcghee
davieG Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 “It was a great performance from the boys. We worked hard and did the things I wanted from the first whistleâ€Â. On the array of young talent emerging from Leicester, Adams said “It’s good to give the youngsters a chance. and the only way they are going to get better is by sticking them in thereâ€Â. 14842[/snapback] Come on you made it up MA just doesn't talk like that, now if you'd have said "Micky Adams thought it was a great performance from the boys, Micky Adams could see we worked hard and did the things Micky Adams wanted from the first whistle. On the array of talent MA said, Micky Adams likes to give the youngsters a chance. Micky Adams believes we have a promising bunch of lads at Leicester and the only way they are going to get better is by Micky Adams sticking them in thereâ€Â.
Ash Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 I think we will win comfortably ! With Dublin back in the side , he is a great arial threat , which i think can cause problems with Wolves defence
Guest freund Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 I think we will win comfortably ! With Dublin back in the side , he is a great arial threat , which i think can cause problems with Wolves defence 14882[/snapback] , nice one again ashov!
Scow Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004  “It was a great performance from the boys. We worked hard and did the things I wanted from the first whistleâ€Â. On the array of young talent emerging from Leicester, Adams said “It’s good to give the youngsters a chance. and the only way they are going to get better is by sticking them in thereâ€Â. 14842[/snapback] Come on you made it up MA just doesn't talk like that, now if you'd have said "Micky Adams thought it was a great performance from the boys, Micky Adams could see we worked hard and did the things Micky Adams wanted from the first whistle. On the array of talent MA said, Micky Adams likes to give the youngsters a chance. Micky Adams believes we have a promising bunch of lads at Leicester and the only way they are going to get better is by Micky Adams sticking them in thereâ€Â. 14878[/snapback] Am I the only one who finds it concerning that he tends to speak in the third person? ::
Scow Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 I think we will win comfortably ! With Dublin back in the side , he is a great arial threat , which i think can cause problems with Wolves defence 14882[/snapback] Oh god, you said we would win 4-0 at Millwall, and look what happened there......
Ash Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 I think we will win comfortably ! With Dublin back in the side , he is a great arial threat , which i think can cause problems with Wolves defence 14882[/snapback] Oh god, you said we would win 4-0 at Millwall, and look what happened there...... 14888[/snapback] Dublin didnt play though
Scow Posted 24 August 2004 Posted 24 August 2004 I think we will win comfortably ! With Dublin back in the side , he is a great arial threat , which i think can cause problems with Wolves defence 14882[/snapback] Oh god, you said we would win 4-0 at Millwall, and look what happened there...... 14888[/snapback] Dublin didnt play though 14889[/snapback] True, but you've probably ruined my weekend now.
Micky Posted 25 August 2004 Author Posted 25 August 2004 1 thing, where was connolly???? 14934[/snapback] Dropped for the prolific Benjamin and the future stars of Wright and Petrescu!
Mark Posted 25 August 2004 Posted 25 August 2004 1 thing, where was connolly???? 14934[/snapback] Dropped for the prolific Benjamin and the future stars of Wright and Petrescu! 14981[/snapback] I applaud you for the decisions to bring Wright & Petrescu into the team but i have to disagree with the Benjamin in for Connolly decision!
Micky Posted 25 August 2004 Author Posted 25 August 2004 1 thing, where was connolly???? 14934[/snapback] Dropped for the prolific Benjamin and the future stars of Wright and Petrescu! 14981[/snapback] I applaud you for the decisions to bring Wright & Petrescu into the team but i have to disagree with the Benjamin in for Connolly decision! 14982[/snapback] Cmmon Petrescu. It was fictional. It was the fantasy of every leicester fan. Benjamin awakes one morning from his bed. He ponders for a while and realises that he is a good player. His confidence blossoms and his ability is enhanced. He discovers the ability to control the ball, he uses his power and pace in a manner that brings back memories of a youthful George Weah. He reads the "football for dummies" handbook and discovers skills such as the cruyff and the step over! Oh he's great! But can we hang onto this great talent!? Please Micky offer him another contract! Break the bank! Please stay Tricky! :w00t: :w00t:
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