PRESENTATION: Reusch NWCFL Premier Division Goalkeeper of the Month for October
Thu 21st November 2019 | League Awards | By Craig Kendall
On Tuesday evening, ahead of their league game against Irlam, NWCFL Compliance Officer Glyn Jones presented 1874 Northwich goalkeeper Nosakhare Aghayere with the award for Reusch NWCFL Premier Division Goalkeeper of the Month for October.
Games Played: 6
Man of the Match: 0
Clean Sheets: 1
Conceded: 6
Reason for Nomination: "We are truly delighted to nominate Tony Aghayere. What a player, what an influence he has had! Tony played in all six games during October, saving some big headlines for the final game of the month. The first game saw 1874 dominate at Avro and it took a last-minute bullet header, from a free-kick to beat our custodian.
"In the second game of the month, against Cheshire rivals Congleton, Tony spent the game mostly collecting balls in the area and making good, routine saves to keep the Bears at bay. Their goal, which was another that Tony couldn't do much about, came from a clearance downfield which caught the 74 defenders flat-footed. The ball was quickly played into the box and was scooped into the net as Tony tried to charge forward to collect. Our third game was at Squires Gate and Tony kept his first clean sheet of the month. It was an excellent first half from the Greens, who completely dominated the 45 minutes to race into a four-goal lead however Gate made some substitutions and made life slightly more uncomfortable in the second period.
"Whilst Tony was largely not needed in the first half, he had to be on his toes in the second as they posed more threat. Again, good handling and from our number one. Next up was a home game against Hanley Town, who had hit a bit of form in the League. Tony did everything expected of him and helped to keep a very good two-goal lead until the final minute. The ball was played upfield into the 74 half and in attempting to clear it, the defender completely missed kicking the ball and slipped, leaving two Hanley attackers to pounce and move it forward. With all 74 players left behind, the forward slipped it passed Tony, who had tried to narrow the angle but couldn't keep out a very good finish.
"1874 travelled to Cheadle to start the defence of the Macron Cup and a very professional display against a spirited opponent, saw them win well. Again, it took a very good finish to beat Tony. It was in the final game of the month where Tony made some fantastic headlines! 1874 met higher-ranked Witton Albion in the Cheshire Senior Cup derby away from home and in truth, 74 had to work and defend hard in the first half. A superb strike after 10 minutes saw the hosts take the lead, and a simple tap from an attacker left alone in the box, giving Tony no chance, saw the Bet Victor side take a two-goal advantage into half time. However, 74 came out all guns blazing in the second half and were terrific.
"The team played some fantastic football and with Tony's immense presence at the back, the Greens brought themselves back in the game with a late equaliser to take the tie to penalties. This is where Big T came into his own. He saved Witton's third and fifth penalties to help make it into a nervy, sudden-death situation. After 74 converted their seventh penalty, Tony stepped into the goal and pulled off a fantastic save to win the match. And was subsequently mobbed by his teammates in the ensuing celebration! Tony later said that it was an amazing moment, not only to win a game but because it meant so much to everyone. Tony is a young, calm keeper, big in stature and heart. He is a real favourite at the club and has earned the respect of many. He has developed a great understanding with his teammates and has played a big part in the decent season so far for the team.
"The finger can't be pointed towards him for the goals that the team have conceded. He is a worthy nominee for the award, and we believe he deserves the accolade."
Well done to Nosakhare, and a big thanks to Frank Oakes for submitting the photograph.
PRESENTATION: Reusch NWCFL Premier Division Goalkeeper of the Month for October
Thu 21st November 2019 | League Awards
By Craig Kendall
On Tuesday evening, ahead of their league game against Irlam, NWCFL Compliance Officer Glyn Jones presented 1874 Northwich goalkeeper Nosakhare Aghayere with the award for Reusch NWCFL Premier Division Goalkeeper of the Month for October.
Games Played: 6
Man of the Match: 0
Clean Sheets: 1
Conceded: 6
Reason for Nomination: "We are truly delighted to nominate Tony Aghayere. What a player, what an influence he has had! Tony played in all six games during October, saving some big headlines for the final game of the month. The first game saw 1874 dominate at Avro and it took a last-minute bullet header, from a free-kick to beat our custodian.
"In the second game of the month, against Cheshire rivals Congleton, Tony spent the game mostly collecting balls in the area and making good, routine saves to keep the Bears at bay. Their goal, which was another that Tony couldn't do much about, came from a clearance downfield which caught the 74 defenders flat-footed. The ball was quickly played into the box and was scooped into the net as Tony tried to charge forward to collect. Our third game was at Squires Gate and Tony kept his first clean sheet of the month. It was an excellent first half from the Greens, who completely dominated the 45 minutes to race into a four-goal lead however Gate made some substitutions and made life slightly more uncomfortable in the second period.
"Whilst Tony was largely not needed in the first half, he had to be on his toes in the second as they posed more threat. Again, good handling and from our number one. Next up was a home game against Hanley Town, who had hit a bit of form in the League. Tony did everything expected of him and helped to keep a very good two-goal lead until the final minute. The ball was played upfield into the 74 half and in attempting to clear it, the defender completely missed kicking the ball and slipped, leaving two Hanley attackers to pounce and move it forward. With all 74 players left behind, the forward slipped it passed Tony, who had tried to narrow the angle but couldn't keep out a very good finish.
"1874 travelled to Cheadle to start the defence of the Macron Cup and a very professional display against a spirited opponent, saw them win well. Again, it took a very good finish to beat Tony. It was in the final game of the month where Tony made some fantastic headlines! 1874 met higher-ranked Witton Albion in the Cheshire Senior Cup derby away from home and in truth, 74 had to work and defend hard in the first half. A superb strike after 10 minutes saw the hosts take the lead, and a simple tap from an attacker left alone in the box, giving Tony no chance, saw the Bet Victor side take a two-goal advantage into half time. However, 74 came out all guns blazing in the second half and were terrific.
"The team played some fantastic football and with Tony's immense presence at the back, the Greens brought themselves back in the game with a late equaliser to take the tie to penalties. This is where Big T came into his own. He saved Witton's third and fifth penalties to help make it into a nervy, sudden-death situation. After 74 converted their seventh penalty, Tony stepped into the goal and pulled off a fantastic save to win the match. And was subsequently mobbed by his teammates in the ensuing celebration! Tony later said that it was an amazing moment, not only to win a game but because it meant so much to everyone. Tony is a young, calm keeper, big in stature and heart. He is a real favourite at the club and has earned the respect of many. He has developed a great understanding with his teammates and has played a big part in the decent season so far for the team.
"The finger can't be pointed towards him for the goals that the team have conceded. He is a worthy nominee for the award, and we believe he deserves the accolade."
Well done to Nosakhare, and a big thanks to Frank Oakes for submitting the photograph.
