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Unforgettable... for the wrong reasons
The NYC vs Red Bulls game was easily the worst professional soccer game I've had the misfortune to watch - summarised quite nicely by the player of the game being awarded to a goalkeeper who lumped virtually all of his goal kicks out of play for throw-ins and who had to make only a handful of basic saves.
The build-up play was awful - long balls played to 5'8" forward players and the decision making consistently frustrating - players trying through-balls through a wall of legs in front of them.
The best part of the game was the three minute spell around the NYC box as the their defence desperately tried to extracate their haplesss teammate Tinnerholm (another who seemed to be incapable of completing a pass) from the goal net.
To give credit where it's due, the NYC fans made a valiant effort to create an exciting atmosphere - their enthusiastic support at complete odds with the abject showing on the pitch.
Expected more
I’ve never been one to write reviews, but after this game I feel compelled to. This club has some major issues going forward and on Saturday that was made very apparent. There were so many empty seats at this game which resulted in a weak atmosphere overall. But it was no wonder why, after seeing the teams performance and the smaller than regulation pitch completely falling apart in the infield. I can’t imagine how frustrating that must be for the players.
Game ended in a draw even though it shouldn’t have. Have no doubt that the team is filled with talented players but they looked lost out there and just couldn’t score. After going to this game I might officially hop on the #DomeOut movement.
A trip to the Bronx
Third vist to NYC but first visit to the Yankee Stadium. Went uptown on the subway from 33rd Street and got off at 161st which brings you right outside the iconic stadium. I pre booked 4 tickets from Ticketmaster and opted to collect (Will Calling) at the ticket office. Took ID and the bank card I booked with and it took no time at all to get my tickets. Had great seats and although the soccer pitch is slightly offset to fit in a Baseball ground we still had a perfect view. It was nice to have the biggest can of Bud Light while you watched (which you can't do in England) and we dipped into a Giant $20 Value Bucket (Chicken & Fries) at half time. The match itself was decent, with New York City beating San Jose Earthquakes 2-1 to keep themselves on top of the division. All in all a great experience which all four of us really enjoyed.