When 7.00 pm hits on Wednesday the football lovers at
W+K don their finest Nike equipment and go to war on an artificial rubber
battleground. Well, when I say ‘war’ and ‘battlefield’, I mean a semi-competitive game of five-a-side at Shoreditch High Street Powerleague.

Yes, after an extended period of inactivity,
WKFC are back playing their version of the beautiful game, often described as
‘amateur at best’.

So, after six months 'going at it’ how are
the lads getting on?

Let’s find out:

Alex
‘Taribo’ Best
‘The Grimsby engine’ is as reliable as a Tesco delivery truck. Always gives
100%, even after a 5.00 am finish the previous night. On the receiving end of the
worst ball-to-groin moment of the season, played on. #Lad

Alex ‘Oxlaide’ Stolerman
Despite living like Jamie Redknapp literally next to the pitch he’s always late. He
also always wears proper boots and injures at least three players a game. Having
said that, great tekkers for a player who wears glasses.

Nicholas
‘Ownelka’ Owen
Being a massive Charlton fan Nick wasn’t entirely sure what football was when
he started playing; he’s got to grips with it now, though and is a Wednesday
night mainstay. Has adopted the 'Moon-walking Pony' as a goal celebration.

Matt
‘Owendemwingie’ Owen
Matt’s passion for the game is evident via his hatred of losing. Often locks
himself in the shower room on a Thursday if he’s been on the losing team. His
on-field battles with Oscar Powell (AKA Powell) have been among the highlights this season.

Paulo
‘Chairman’ Salomao
The Brazilian Darren Anderton will run into walls for his team, literally.  Paulo’s self-inflicted injuries have limited
his games this season, but when he’s on form he brings pace, power and a
bittersweet relationship with QPR to the table.

Paul
‘Razor’ Walsh
The self-proclaimed ‘hard man of I.T.’, Walshy
takes no prisoners. Never bucks a challenge and loves giving the hairdryer
treatment to his teammates. Often has a pre-match Carling to get in the mood.

Parts two and three coming soon; stay tuned
soccer fans.

WKFC
are looking for an 11-a-side game or two this Summer, if your agency is
interested please get in touch: [email protected]