Cup - Ingle Farm ( 4 ) Southern Knights ( 3 )...with pics

[swannsong]

Ingle Farm ( 4 ) Southern Knights ( 3 ) ....after extra time

Link to all Ingle Farm v Southern Knights photos

There’s already been a bit of discussion about this game so far but here goes.
Southern Knights piled onto their mini bus and travelled 50 kilometres North to meet Ingle Farm in the Quarter Finals of the SAASL Challenge Cup.
Farm were still hurting from the previous weeks loss to USC Lion and Knights were likewise hurting from their loss to ISC Raptors.
Watching the Reserve game before hand it seemed that both sides would need to be wary of the high but uneven bounce.
Knights as they often do, started out at a rapid pace and found themselves leading 0-1 after ~5 minutes when Steven Hawkins latched on to the
ball from 25 metres out and the ball evaded the outstretched Robbie Greenwood.
Sandy Neary made his presence known early back at his old stomping ground closely watched by Dave Eggars.
Ingle Farm managed to slot the ball into Knights net despite the linesman’s flag being raised instantly,
eventually the linesman was spotted by referee John McDermott and the goal disallowed.
Knights could have stretched their lead but Farm managed to draw level from a well taken goal courtesy of Paul Jones.
A lapse in concentration and understanding in Farms defence was capitalized on by Knights and they regained the lead 1-2.
The game ebbed from end to end and eventually Scott Bradley headed Knights to a 1-3 lead which they maintained until the break.
After the break Ingle Farm began to assert themselves on the game and were able to pull back the scoreline to 2-3.
Knights unfortunately lost key defender Steve MacGuire to a straight red card following a minor tussle over the ball after it had gone out of play.
Knights also lost tenacious forwards Tony Micallef to a reoccurring, niggling injury and Matt Daughtry to illness.
Farm took full advantage of the changing circumstances enabling Chris Ennis more freedom and enabling them to control much of the game.
Sandy Neary continued to cause Farm some headaches but they were able to close down Knights with numbers.
Knights held on to their slim lead until the 85th. minute through some excellent work from keeper Mark Kay and defenders Matt Harrison,
Lee White, Steve Hawkins and Lyndon Parry. Eventually Farm levelled the game at 3-3 to take the game into extra time.
Knights struggled on and lost in form defender Lee White to injury.
As would be expected Farm struck through a strong, forceful header from mainstay Chris Ennis.
Farm had several opportunities to further their lead but either squandered their opportunities or brought the best out of Mark Kay.
Despite their situation Knights had a few chances to level the ledger but lacked numbers to finish off their attacking forays.
Well done to Ingle Farm for their win but equally well done to the Southern Knights boys who fought all day.



Southern Knights went into their first ever Quarter Finals Cup tie with Ingle Farm wearing their new strips sponsored by Wayne Phillis Ford.
Back - Jeff Ellis (coach), Steve MacGuire, Scott Bradley, Sandy Neary, Mark Kay, Matt Daughtry, Tom Jolly, Matt Harrison, David Mooney.
Front - Lyndon Parry, Paul Uzzel, Benny Jones, Tony Micallef, Lee White, Chris Bradley, Steve Hawkins.


Southern Knights make an immediate impact as a long range strike from Steve Hawkins sails past the outstretched Robbie Greenwood.


Early celebrations for Knights.


Knights were able to effectively close down Farm early in the game.


Southern Knights maintained the pressure on Ingle Farm in the opening stages.


A gutsy effort from Robbie Greenwood denies Matt Daughtry the chance to put Knights further ahead.


Dave Eggars had some good touches and worked hard for Farm throughout the first half.


Sandy Neary shares a laugh with his Farm tagger as Dave Eggars looks on in admiration


Both sets of supporters gave as good as they got....but gee, that green is a dour colour !


Farm breathe another sigh of relief as Knights go close....whilst Matty Harrison earns a yellow for a strong but misjudged tackle.




Steve Hawkins (4) looks on as Tony Micallef still proves a handful to those many years his junior.


Lyndon Parry and Matt Daughtry look on as Paul Jones strikes the ball well to put Farm back on level terms, despite the efforts of Steve Hawkins.


Farm celebrate Paul Jones excellent strike.....1-1.


Benny Jones (5) rushes to congratulate Tony Micallef and Matt Daughtry as Knight regain their lead 1-2.


Matty Harrison, Sandy Neary and Steve Hawkins look on as keeper Mark Kay follows the ball passed the post.


Benny Jones jumps on and Steve MacGuire (16) rushes toward Scott Bradley after he has put Knights 1-3 up with a strong headed goal.


After the half time break Ingle Farm were able to apply pressure to Knights.


Farm drag a goal back at around the 55th. minute.....2-3.


Mark Kay punches an Ingle Farm attack clear whilst Dave Eggars, closely guarded by Sandy Neary shields the ball.


Despite Farms improved work rate and numerical advantage, Tony Micallef was still causing their defenders some concerns.


A deceptively close chance for Knights.




Despite some observers suggestions the traffic was not all one way as both goals came under threat.


Knights coach Jeff Ellis ponders his options with mounting injuries.


Escuse the blurred image (it was quite overcast)...Farm celebrate equalising with about 5 minutes to go.


Re-grouping for extra time.


A steady stream of pressure was applied to Knights in the first part of extra time.


Once again I apologise for the blurred image....Chris Ennis powers his way past 4 Knights defenders to head Farm into the lead for the first time in the game....4-3.



Chances go begging for Farm combined with some excellent keeping from Mark Kay.


A few exhausted Knights players look on as Farm wind down the clock.


Previous pictorial reports.

Round 14 - Southern Knights ( 0 ) ISC Raptors( 2 )
Round 13 - Munno Para ( 0 ) Southern Knights ( 4 )
Round 12 - Southern Knights ( 4 ) San Marco ( 0 )
Round 11 - Southern Knights ( 1 ) Tea Tree Gully ( 1 )
Round 10 - Adelaide Vikings ( 4 ) Southern Knights ( 1 )
Round 9 - Modbury Vista ( 1 ) Southern Knights ( 2 )
Round 8 - Southern Knights ( 4 ) Para Hills East ( 2 )
Round 7 - Elizabeth Grove ( 2 ) Southern Knights ( 3 )
Round 6 - Southern Knights ( 3 ) West Beach ( 4 )
Round 5 - ISC Raptors ( 2 ) Southern Knights ( 2 )
Round 4 - Southern Knights ( 2 ) Munno Para ( 5 )
Round 3 - San Marco ( 1 ) Southern Knights ( 0 )
Round 2 - Tea Tree Gully ( 1 ) Southern Knights ( 1 )
Round 1 - Southern Knights ( 2 ) Adelaide Vikings ( 2 )

Cup Round 3 - Southern Knights ( 7 ) Sturt Marion ( 0 )
Cup Round 3 - Adelaide Wanderers ( 0 ) Elizabeth Downs ( 1 )
Cup Round 2 - Southern Knights ( 3 ) San Marco ( 1 )
Cup Round 1 -Southern Knights ( 7 ) Adelaide Monarchs ( 0 )

[Robbo]

Yup well done swanny

[swannsong]

Yup well done swanny

Surely my report was biased Robbo ?

[kinghenrik]

Yup well done swanny

Surely my report was biased Robbo ?

this has really affected you hasn't it swanny? i hate to be the bearer of bad cliches but chin up pal theres always next year.

[swannsong]

this has really affected you hasn't it swanny? i hate to be the bearer of bad cliches but chin up pal theres always next year.

It's a bit of a running joke with some that have been on the forum for a few years !
I'll have to hang my hat on my yesteryears.

[kinghenrik]

this has really affected you hasn't it swanny? i hate to be the bearer of bad cliches but chin up pal theres always next year.

It's a bit of a running joke with some that have been on the forum for a few years !
I'll have to hang my hat on my yesteryears.

fair enough then. anyways just between me and you, what are you boys paying the brumby for his services at the knights? he's rather mum about it all.

[swannsong]

this has really affected you hasn't it swanny? i hate to be the bearer of bad cliches but chin up pal theres always next year.

It's a bit of a running joke with some that have been on the forum for a few years !
I'll have to hang my hat on my yesteryears.

fair enough then. anyways just between me and you, what are you boys paying the brumby for his services at the knights? he's rather mum about it all.

All the lads at Knights actually pay match fees to play....
The club has good, loyal sponsors but don't have their own bar or canteen to generate extra finances.

[kinghenrik]

you just dont hear about that kind of selfless commitment these days.

that is quite rare these days on a more serious note.

[swannsong]

you just dont hear about that kind of selfless commitment these days.

You just did !

[kinghenrik]

you just dont hear about that kind of selfless commitment these days.

You just did !

lets not get into another one of these circular debates. i dont want you getting grumpy again.

[Cunning Stunt]

In Perth we would pay $2-3 on matchday to go towards the referees fees irrespective of whether we were home or away but here we pay our registration fees up front but nothing on matchday. I spend a bit on the bbq though.

[Robbo]

I think everyone appreciates Swannys great work he does on this forum. The amount of work he does about the amateur league, Elizabeth Downs and Southern Knights is a credit to him as a volunteer. I for one always have a look at his photos and review of a game, they are very well done.

Yes his match reports are unbiased.. And I thought the IF vs SK review was of equal quality.

I know we disagreed on a few things on that match, that's the way it goes, well if we agreed on everything life would be boring I guess..

Hope to see more of your good work in the future swanny, coz you do a great job and many people appreciate it..

[knight25]

I think everyone appreciates Swannys great work he does on this forum. The amount of work he does about the amateur league, Elizabeth Downs and Southern Knights is a credit to him as a volunteer. I for one always have a look at his photos and review of a game, they are very well done.

Yes his match reports are unbiased.. And I thought the IF vs SK review was of equal quality.

I know we disagreed on a few things on that match, that's the way it goes, well if we agreed on everything life would be boring I guess..

Hope to see more of your good work in the future swanny, coz you do a great job and many people appreciate it..

[swannsong]

lets not get into another one of these circular debates. i dont want you getting grumpy again.

Not a debate, just stating a fact.

[guti]

you just dont hear about that kind of selfless commitment these days.

that is quite rare these days on a more serious note.

South Australian Amateur Soccer League

[swannsong]

then a silly moment with about 30 minutes left saw the ref send off a Knights player for an elbow to the face. Was a nothing incident really, no real intent, but still can't be done and really only hurt his own side.

Knights unfortunately lost key defender Steve MacGuire to a straight red card following a minor tussle over the ball after it had gone out of play.

Heard that the send off has been deemed worthy of 3 weeks.......

[Red army knight]

then a silly moment with about 30 minutes left saw the ref send off a Knights player for an elbow to the face. Was a nothing incident really, no real intent, but still can't be done and really only hurt his own side.

Knights unfortunately lost key defender Steve MacGuire to a straight red card following a minor tussle over the ball after it had gone out of play.

Heard that the send off has been deemed worthy of 3 weeks.......

3 weks for pushing a player away what a joke!

[Ubietz]

3 weks for pushing a player away what a joke!

He used his elbow. How is that a joke?

[Talk Is Cheap]

3 weeks for pushing a player away what a joke!

He used his elbow. How is that a joke?

Red army knight is probably psychic and what a joke is in reference to you !

[Ubietz]

3 weeks for pushing a player away what a joke!

He used his elbow. How is that a joke?

Red army knight is probably psychic and what a joke is in reference to you !

Joke? The only jokes were the ones hurled from the spectators on the hill while the player was dragging his feet past.

[swannsong]

Joke? The only jokes were the ones hurled from the spectators on the hill while the player was dragging his feet past.

Must be hilarious kicking someone when they're down.

[kinghenrik]

Joke? The only jokes were the ones hurled from the spectators on the hill while the player was dragging his feet past.

Must be hilarious kicking someone when they're down.

not nearly as funny as winning the game. kicking the poor innocent soul (who happened to throw an elbow at one of our players) while He was down was just one of lifes beautiful bonuses swanny. Ps. Do you still swear to all the gods that the wind changed and He really meant to bend over and tie his shoe laces and by some freak act, his elbow made contact square on his chin. :$im sure there is some sort meetings you knights boys can go to ta get over all this.you dont want it affecting your chances for promotion.

[swannsong]

Joke? The only jokes were the ones hurled from the spectators on the hill while the player was dragging his feet past.

Must be hilarious kicking someone when they're down.

not nearly as funny as winning the game. kicking the poor innocent soul (who happened to throw an elbow at one of our players) while He was down was just one of lifes beautiful bonuses swanny. Ps. Do you still swear to all the gods that the wind changed and He really meant to bend over and tie his shoe laces and by some freak act, his elbow made contact square on his chin. :$im sure there is some sort meetings you knights boys can go to ta get over all this.you dont want it affecting your chances for promotion.

My god you are so funny kinghenrik !
If that is one of lifes bonuses for you then I wish you well in life (hopefully there is some merit in the adage "what goes around comes around."
Also, how can you taint the name of someone held in such high esteem at your beloved Celtic with such banal commentary.
To set the record straight with you, I, and others from Southern Knights, have never denied there was contact made to the said Ingle Farm players chin. I also commented that to his credit he never made a meal of it (unlike those standing on the sidelines wearing their supporters jackets or pretending to be Celtic gods).
What I have said is that two players were tussling over a ball out of play, one holding the ball trying to slow things down and the other trying to grab the ball from him to hurry things up. In that tussle the Ingle Farm player received a brush on the chin or cheek from the Knights player.
Because of the good spirit the game was being played in at the time, the appointed referee could have dealt with the incident in a less harsh way (if he so chose) such as a yellow caution. He was within his rights to issue a red if he considered the incident "serious foul play", that is the only area I am is disagreement with the referee's decision.
Now that decision not only affected that Cup tie, but it will affect 3 very important league games for Southern Knights who are still hovering in the relegation zone.
A good reward for a bunch of guys who pay to play each week and push a SAASL Premier division team all the way in a Quarter final.

[kinghenrik]

unlike those standing on the sidelines wearing their supporters jackets or pretending to be Celtic gods).

who is pretending
i agree that 3 games is ridiculous but it appears that we will have to agree to disagree as nothing will change my opinion on the foul committed as it was blatant and intentional and the knights players put himself and the club in this current predicament with said brain fade.let me ask you this swanny, had the roles been reversed and this had occurred at your ground in front of the knights faithful, would they not have also appealed for early showers? you are correct swanny what goes around certainly did come around.

[Red army knight]

he did use his elbow but the twat who provoked him should have been sent off aswell. im not saying he should not have been sent off u cant raise ur arms on the football feild. but 3 weeks for it is a bit harsh. we rnt sore losers knights pushed farm all the way even with 1 man down and that is a mighty effort.

[jogger]

he did use his elbow but the twat who provoked him should have been sent off aswell. im not saying he should not have been sent off u cant raise ur arms on the football feild. but 3 weeks for it is a bit harsh. we rnt sore losers knights pushed farm all the way even with 1 man down and that is a mighty effort.

I have no involvement with either club involved here but there is no way the farm player should have been sent off and the knights bloke deserved the red but not 3 weeks. Contact was minimal.

In my opinion, knights would have held on had they kept all 11 on the park

[swannsong]

Kudos to the SAASL for reducing the Knights players suspension from 3 games to only the 1 game which he has already served.
Kudos also to the Farm representative(s) for their fair accounts of the incident at the appeal earlier tonight.

[emirates01]

heard the representative from the farm was there first team coach, simo.

[Knight7]

Well Done Ingle Farm, good luck for the rest of the year