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       Re: Matchday 7 - Sat 11th Jul
   DIR By: Robson
       Date: July 12, 2026, 3:05 pm
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       [center]Atletico Madrileno 1-3 DORTMUND II[/center]
       [center]Tight match and not much between the sides but happy
       with the win and 3pts and joint top with Gary and Porto B.
       Diallo, Wessels on target again and Ramos, hopefully we can
       build on this.
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       Re: Matchday 7 - Sat 11th Jul
   DIR By: GaryG
       Date: July 13, 2026, 5:28 pm
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       West Ham Academy 1–2 FC Porto B
       We started fast and never really let go of the initiative,
       edging West Ham Academy 2–1 in a game defined by our early
       ruthlessness and West Ham’s spirited but incomplete fightback.
       We struck almost immediately, punishing West Ham for a slow
       start with a sharp move and composed finish by Anha Cande to
       make it 1–0. As the half went on, we controlled large spells,
       moving the ball well and forcing West Ham deep.
       Just before the break, we doubled our lead deservedly, again
       capitalising on space in behind to go in 2–0 up at half-time.
       West Ham responded quickly after the restart, pulling a goal
       back early in the second half to make it 2–1 and swing some
       momentum their way. They pressed higher, showed more aggression,
       and created a couple of promising situations, but our defensive
       shape held firm.
       Despite West Ham’s improvement and pressure, we managed the game
       well in the closing stages, limiting clear chances and seeing
       out the win.
       " A good performance from the lads. We started fast with the
       goal after three minutes and controlled the first half well,
       adding a second right on half‑time. West Ham pulled one
       back early in the second half, but our shape, discipline, and
       game management were solid. It's a strong win and a good step
       forward for the group."
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