Lansbury provided new dynamics to a midfield struggling to create chances. We went on a decent streak, winning a game here and there, which resulted in the following standings with 3 games to go.
Nerve-wrecking.
After a loss vs. Blackburn Rovers, we recorded an absolute CRUCIAL win AT Everton. A MASSIVE achievement, which saw us get into 15th place. Vinet is truly a great talent.
Our final and deciding game of the year came at home against Birmingham City. Chelmsford was 3 points clear off relegation, but were mathematically not safe yet. With a victory Chelms would pass Birmingham and finish in an above expectations, mid-table 14th position... And that's exactly what the guys did!!
FINAL STANDINGS:
Protaganists:
- Ezequiel Munoz: Despite struggling to feel at home, he played in every game.
- Fran Merida: Playing in each game, provided 6 goals and several assists.
- Eke Simon: Our new RB developed into one of the best right backs in the Premier League. He's wanted by several Europeans top teams, Chelsea being one of them.
- Henri Lansbury: Only signed in late January, but was the key to avoiding relegation. He provided stability and balance in midfield, dishing out several assists on the way.
- Menezes: Started out great, but became inconsistent and struggled with injuries. However, having natural talents on the right flank AND the left flank, a great fixture for Chelmsford.
- Kevin Drysdale: Continued to develop and is now one of the great talents of the Premier League.
- Jean-Claude Vinet: Regularly came off the bench to provide a spark, scoring some crucial goals.
- Dimitar Berbatov: Our goals (7) and assists (8) leader in the Premier League. His veteran presence turned out to be crucial aswell.
For the 2015/ 2016 I was able to sign George Forsyth, a 32yr old goalkeeper from Napoli on a free. Soderberg couldn't cut it as a back-up for Kirkland, and has an expiring contract. I suggest to let him go, as well as the other expiring contracts (some Championship leftovers).
Another tip: When you receive your transfer kit, try to sign Ryan Shawcross from Stoke. After their relegation and financial trouble, he was offered to me, but I couldn't finalize his deal due to funds in May. He'd be an awesome partner for Munoz.
Well, that was that. It wasn't always an enjoyable experience due to the beatdowns, but the results were satisfying in the end.
THE SAVE, JUNE 1ST 2015:
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