The Elite Cup Round 1Well its day 9 of the season and it can only mean its Round 1 of the Elite cup. If you're a noob this is a cup which the top 64 ranked managers of the previous season qualify for.
There are a few games here in the first round not going to be easy for some of the more seasoned managers...
Super Imps Vs Crystal CityRichs Imps, although favourite and playing at home, will not find it easy to dispose of Crystal City. After checking out their team page (currently 9th in 8-1-1) you can see that Slyder has some top quality players at his disposal, definitely no pushover.
Hoarse Whisperers Vs Realale MadridBOTH these teams relegated from FL1 last season... Nijinskis Whisperers going from WINNING it in season 54 to relegation! However both teams are going through a rebuild to restore themselves to former glories but still a big matchup nonetheless.
Angel Rrrrs Vs Roman EmpireThis should be another good battle, the reigning conference 8 champ against the "right now" #1 in conference 7. Although his team stats are excellent, the Roman Empire looks like history may repeat itsself, a few players are showing signs of decline, coupled with a few too many long term injuries puts Angeles Angels my pick to progress.
Mmmrs Phoenix Pigs Vs Redhill RoversTwo legends on the field this game, Daves Pigs riding the crest of their recent wave topping conference 3 last season, his team look in top form too. Mark G returns to us from the days of yore but it hasnt taken him long to rise the ranks and become a major competitor in 2-1-1. I think because the Rovers are still in their infancy Mmmrs Phoenix Pigs may have the edge.
FC Town of Luton Vs Fallen Giant BorgMartins Lutonites surprised everyone last season in FL1 becoming real contenders for the title, yet finishing just outside of the top 3 they are still a real force. Up against the aptly named Fallen Giant Borg, the powerhouse that was is still a real contender. a definitely interesting matchup.
Finally, my pick of the matches
UNIV. CRAIOVA Vs The FlashheartsThis is a replaying of the semifinal in last seasons Elite cup. The Flashhearts won it last time then went on to win the tournament, it will be interesting to see what the outcome is this time.
Good Luck to all the teams involved