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	<b>First Kit:</b> Green & yellow quartered shirts, yellow shorts, green socks<br />		<b>First Kit:</b> Green & yellow quartered shirts, yellow shorts, green socks<br />
	<b>Second Kit:</b> Blue & white quartered shirts, white shorts, blue socks<br />		<b>Second Kit:</b> Blue & white quartered shirts, white shorts, blue socks<br />
−	<b>Current World Ranking:</b> 55	+	<b>Current World Ranking:</b> 41<br />
		+	http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y231/bettia/bettia-kit.jpg
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	==Competition Record to Date==		==Competition Record to Date==
−	<b>Played:</b> 37<br />	+	<b>Played:</b> 46<br />
−	<b>Won:</b> 14<br />	+	<b>Won:</b> 17<br />
−	<b>Drawn:</b> 10<br />	+	<b>Drawn:</b> 11<br />
−	<b>Lost:</b> 13<br />	+	<b>Lost:</b> 18<br />
−	<b>Goals Scored:</b> 42<br />	+	<b>Goals Scored:</b> 52<br />
−	<b>Goals Conceded:</b> 42	+	<b>Goals Conceded:</b> 58
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	==Head-to-Head Records==		==Head-to-Head Records==
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	Goals: 4-0		Goals: 4-0
	|[[Bestiville]]<br />		|[[Bestiville]]<br />
		+	Played: 1 (0-1-0)<br />
		+	Goals: 1-1
		+	|[[Chacor]]<br />
	Played: 1 (0-1-0)<br />		Played: 1 (0-1-0)<br />
	Goals: 1-1		Goals: 1-1
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	Goals: 3-1		Goals: 3-1
	|-		|-
		+	|[[Hockey Canada]]<br />
		+	Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />
		+	Goals: 3-4
		+	|[[Hypocria]]<br />
		+	Played: 1 (1-0-0)<br />
		+	Goals: 1-0
	|[[Kazakhstania]]<br />		|[[Kazakhstania]]<br />
	Played: 1 (1-0-0)<br />		Played: 1 (1-0-0)<br />
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	Played: 1 (0-1-0)<br />		Played: 1 (0-1-0)<br />
	Goals: 0-0		Goals: 0-0
		+	|[[Lamoni]]<br />
		+	Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />
		+	Goals: 0-2
		+	|-
	|[[Legalese]]<br />		|[[Legalese]]<br />
	Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />		Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />
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	Played: 2 (1-0-1)<br />		Played: 2 (1-0-1)<br />
	Goals: 2-2		Goals: 2-2
−	|-
	|[[Liamist States]]<br />		|[[Liamist States]]<br />
	Played: 1 (0-1-0)<br />		Played: 1 (0-1-0)<br />
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	Played: 2 (0-0-2)<br />		Played: 2 (0-0-2)<br />
	Goals: 1-5		Goals: 1-5
−	|[[Nedalia]]<br />
−	Played: 3 (1-2-0)<br />
−	Goals: 4-3
	|-		|-
		+	|[[Nedalia]]<br />
		+	Played: 5 (1-2-2)<br />
		+	Goals: 4-8
	|[[Nova Britannicus]]<br />		|[[Nova Britannicus]]<br />
	Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />		Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />
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	Played: 2 (1-1-0)<br />		Played: 2 (1-1-0)<br />
	Goals: 4-2		Goals: 4-2
		+	|[[Sonaron]]<br />
		+	Played: 1 (1-0-0)<br />
		+	Goals: 2-1
	|[[South Ossetia]]<br />		|[[South Ossetia]]<br />
	Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />		Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />
	Goals: 0-4		Goals: 0-4
−	|[[Starblaydia]]<br />
−	Played: 2 (0-1-1)<br />
−	Goals: 0-2
	|-		|-
		+	|[[Spruitland]]<br />
		+	Played: 1 (1-0-0)<br />
		+	Goals: 2-1
		+	|[[Starblaydia]]<br />
		+	Played: 3 (0-1-2)<br />
		+	Goals: 1-4
	|[[Turori]]<br />		|[[Turori]]<br />
	Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />		Played: 1 (0-0-1)<br />
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	Played: 2 (1-0-1)<br />		Played: 2 (1-0-1)<br />
	Goals: 2-2		Goals: 2-2
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	==Competition Records==		==Competition Records==
	Most recent competitions first. Bettia's scorers are in brackets.		Most recent competitions first. Bettia's scorers are in brackets.
		+
		+	===Cup of Harmony 15===
		+
		+	<u>First Round, Group K</u><br />
		+	Bettia 1-0 Hypocria (Harding)<br />
		+	Bettia 2-1 Sonaron (York, Harding)<br />
		+	Bettia 0-3 Nedalia
		+
		+	Pl  W  D  L  F  A  Pts  GD
		+	NEDALIA          3  2  0  1  4  2    6  +2
		+	<b>BETTIA            3  2  0  1  3  4    6  -1</b>
		+	SONARON          3  1  1  1  3  2    4  +1
		+	HYPOCRIA          3  0  1  2  0  1    1  -2
		+
		+
		+	<u>Semi-Final</u><br />
		+	Bettia 3-4 Hockey Canada (York 2, Harding)
		+
		+	<u>Third Place Playoff</u><br />
		+	Bettia 2-1 Spruitland (York 2)
		+
		+
		+	===AOCAF IX===
		+
		+	Bettia 1-1 Chacor (Hutton)<br />
		+	Bettia 1-2 Starblaydia (Hutton)<br />
		+	Bettia 0-2 Nedalia<br />
		+	Bettia 0-2 Lamoni<br />
		+
		+	Group 3            P  W  D  L GF-GA Pts
		+	Starblaydia        4  3  1  0  7-2  10
		+	---------------------------------------
		+	Nedalia            4  2  2  0  7-4    8
		+	Lamoni            4  2  1  1  9-5    7
		+	- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
		+	<b>Bettia            4  0  1  3  2-7    1</b>
		+	Chacor            4  0  1  3  1-8    1
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	===World Cup 23===		===World Cup 23===
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	==Current Team==		==Current Team==
−	(World Cup 23)	+	(World Cup 24)
−	===Manager:===	+	===Goalkeepers===
−	'''Munir At-Tariq - age 53.'''<br />	+	'''1. Ricardo DiTorino - Akani Sands, age 19, 31 caps.'''
−	An offensive-minded coach looking to nurture the attacking mentality of his players. Likes to play an attacking 4-4-2 or 5-3-2 system, using the left and right-backs to set up counter-attacks.	+	::Had a hugely successful season, winning the league and cup double with Akani Sands and continuing to make the Aroras no.1 jersey his own. The cat-like agility of this young shot-stopper has propelled him to the brink of international stardom.
		+	'''2. Amir Bettison - Gabalfa Rovers, age 32, 49 caps.'''
		+	::Despite spening most of last season on the international sidelines, the hugely experienced Gabalfa Rovers goalkeeper comes into this tournament as the proud bearer of a CofH bronze medal. Hugely inspirational with a great footballing brain.
−	===Goalkeepers:===	+	'''3. Robert Sole - Lorshill United, age 22, 1 cap.'''
		+	::Finally gained his first international cap during AOCAF IX after another disappointing season with his club Lorshill United. This 6'2" keeper has huge potential which many critics have recently stated as being wasted. Looks set to leave his long-time club after attracting some interest from a number of clubs within the Apex League.
−	'''1. Ricardo DiTorino - Akani Sands, age 19, 14 caps.'''<br />
−	Has just enjoyed the best season of his career. He has recently forced his way into the first team, having just won the league championship with Akani Sands and being nominated for Player of the Year.
−	'''2. Amir Bettison - Gabalfa Rovers, age 32, 45 caps.'''<br />	+	===Defence===
−	Bettia's long-time first choice goalie. However, competition is hotting up and he is no longer the automatic first-choice goalie after picking up an injury in the last world cup qualifying campaign.	+
−	'''3. Robert Sole - Lorshill United, age 22, 0 caps.'''<br />	+	'''4. Gwynoro Tyrno'r - Sukatra Tigers, age 19, 3 caps.'''
−	An ever-present in Lorshill's cup winning team of 2001 but has yet to make his international debut. His 6'4" frame allows him to easily deal with high crosses and set pieces.	+	::The former U21 international finally burst onto the full international scene during the last World Cup campaign and showed some steady performances. Will be looking to build on that experience.
		+	'''5. Musa Williams - Gabalfa Rovers, age 27, 47 caps.'''
		+	::The hard-tackling Rovers centre-back has been a mainstay of the Bettian back-line for quite some time now, and its not hard to see why. Rarely puts a foot wrong.
−	===Defence:===	+	'''6. Wasim Morgan - Ceffinton Town, age 23, 21 caps.'''
		+	::A utility defender who can play in any position along the back. Although he has struggled to break into the Bettian first team recently, he has proven to be a versatile and much-valued substitute.
−	'''4. Gwynoro Tyrno'r - Sukatra Tigers, age 19, 0 caps.'''<br />	+	'''7. Geraint Carew - Vimesbairn Athletic (Cockbill Street), age 26, 54 caps, 1 goal.'''
−	A tough tackler with international U21 experience, his undoubted defensive skills helped his team to their best ever league finish and earned him the runner-up spot in the Young Player of the Year awards.	+	::Bettia's flying right wing-back who has slotted in very nicely into the Arora's usualy 5-3-2 formation. A dependable tackler and swift counter-attacker, he has also started to show some prowess from the penalty spot.
−	'''5. Musa Williams - Gabalfa Rovers, age 27, 32 caps.'''<br />	+	'''8. Ian Redpath - Akani Sands, age 26, 12 caps.'''
−	An ever-present for Bettia last season, Williams is grown into one of the highest-rated defenders in the country. Has a slight problem with timing his tackles, which can result in a few injuries (for the opposition) and a red card or two.	+	::Captain of the double-winning Akani Sands, Ian Redpath broke into the Bettian squad during the previous World Cup and quickly made a name for himself as a solid reliable centre-back.
−	'''6. Wasim Morgan - Ceffinton Town, age 23, 16 caps.'''<br />	+	'''9. Michael Ryder - Gabalfa City, age 27, 38 caps.'''
−	A versatile utility man who can play in the centre, right or left of defence. A lynchpin in Town's impressive squad which finished fifth in the league, surpassing all expectations.	+	::A dependable defender famed for his hard, ruthless but well-timed tackling, who has seen his international exploits limited by injury and the emergence of young talent. Nonetheless, Ryder is still a great asset to any team.
−	'''7. Geraint Carew - Vimesbairn Athletic (Cockbill Street), age 26, 39 caps.'''<br />	+	'''10. Jonathon McKinnon - Patriots Everton (Krytenia), age 20, 24 caps.'''
−	A speedy right-sided defender who can also play on the right-wing, noted for his ability to set up swift counter-attacks. His first season in Cockbill Street wasn't entirely sucessful, although he made a good impression helping them to the cup semi-finals. He has also developed into a dependable penalty-taker.	+	::An exciting young prospect whose talents earnt him a move to the K-League. Is slowly but surely establishing a place for himself in the Aroras starting eleven.
−	'''8. Ian Redpath - Akani Sands, age 26, 0 caps.'''<br />	+	'''11. Amir Bin Da'ud - Gabalfa Rovers, age 28, 48 caps.'''
−	The captain of the league champs, his sparkling form has won him his first callup for the national team - somewhat belatedly, some critics say. A solid dependable defender with a no-nonsense approach to the game.	+	::An exciting, experienced left wing-back who made a name for himself in Bettian football with his long throws which have set up many goals in the past for both club and country. Is pretty much an integral part of the Bettian team.
−	'''9. Michael Ryder - Gabalfa City, age 27, 28 caps.'''<br />	+	'''12. Gareth Coates (captain) - Grappenhall United, age 25, 42 caps, 1 goal.'''
−	An experienced tough-tackling centre-back who can also play on the left or right when needed. Another no-nonsense player who adds grit and determination to the back line.	+	::Vastly experienced captain of the Bettian national squad who often puts in near-flawless performances (according to him anyway).
−		+
−	'''10. Jonathon McKinnon - Ceffinton Town, age 20, 10 caps.'''<br />	+
−	Former captain of the Bettia Under-21 squad, his performances have started to see him come into the reckoning for a regular place in the international squad. A bright prospect for the future.	+
−		+
−	'''11. Amir Bin Da'ud - Gabalfa Rovers, age 28, 32 caps.'''<br />	+
−	A solid, dependable defender famed for his long throw-ins and probing counter-attacks. Has greatly improved over the last year or so and has made the left back position his own.	+
−		+
−	'''12. Gareth Coates (captain) - Grappenhall United, age 25, 28 caps, 1 goal.'''<br />	+
−	A towering physical presence in the centre of defence, his height comes in handy in attacking set-pieces as well as defensive. Has recently been named captain after Amir Bettison's injury.	+
	===Midfield:===		===Midfield:===
−	'''13. John Connick - Tallahassee Blues (Bedistan), age 29, 34 caps.'''<br />	+	'''13. John Connick - Rolestu FC (Bedistan), age 29, 50 caps.'''
−	Has come into his own as the playmaker of the team, playing deep in central midfield from which he sets up his forwards. Had a good season in the Bedistan Football League where he was named Foreign Midfielder of the Year.	+	::The midfield dynamo who has established himself as the playmaker of the team. Connick's fine performances for club and country this season have resulted in him moving to Bedistani giants Rolestu FC.
−	'''14. Badr Warlow - Gabalfa City, age 21, 0 caps.'''<br />	+	'''14. Badr Warlow - Gabalfa City, age 21, 8 caps, 1 goal.'''
−	An energetic young midfielder with experience at U21 level. Had a truly excellent season which saw him win the Player of the Year award. Like his local rival Evan Brooks, Warlow is deadly at set pieces.	+	::An emerging talent whose free-kicks are famed and feared within the Apex League. Scored on his debut during the last World Cup qualifying round.
−	'''15. Aaron Brown - Emcorn, age 22, 28 caps, 2 goals.'''<br />	+	'''15. Aaron Brown - Emcorn, age 22, 34 caps, 2 goals.'''
−	A quick little player who has proven to be adept at floating in long crosses from the right-hand side.	+	::A nippy little right-winger who has seen his international prospects diminished by recent changes in playing style and formation. owever, none can doubt his attacking capabilities, often linking up well with the right wing-back to set up swift attacks.
−	'''16. Jason Abdullah - Butetown Dragons, age 19, 11 caps.'''<br />	+	'''16. Omar Whistler - Maindy Wanderers, age 24, 35 caps, 11 goals.'''
−	Very pacy young left-sided midfielder known for his hot-headed disposition.	+	::A cool, measured influence in the centre of midfield who is traditionally the first-choice penalty-taker for the Aroras. Despite being just 5'8", he oftens pops up during corners and free-kicks to nick a goal here and there.
−	'''17. Omar Whistler - Maindy Wanderers, age 24, 27 caps, 11 goals.'''<br />	+	'''17. Evan Brooks - Gabalfa Rovers, age 27, 61 caps, 15 goals.'''
−	A stylish midfielder known for his efficient style and deft touches. He has also proven to be a cool-headed penalty-taker.	+	::Reckoned by many to be the best midfielder Bettia has ever produced, his set-pieces are second to none. Equally at home in the centre or on either wing.
−	'''18. Evan Brooks - Gabalfa Rovers, age 27, 46 caps, 13 goals.'''<br />	+	'''18. Ieaun Swain - Grappenhall United, age 22, 19 caps, 2 goals.'''
−	The 'Golden Boy' of Bettian football, Brooks is well-known for his prowess from set-pieces and stinging long-range shots.	+	::An exceptionally quick player who has made the left-wing slot his own.
−		+
−	'''19. Ieaun Swain - Grappenhall United, age 22, 7 caps, 2 goals.'''<br />	+
−	Enjoyed an excellent season, providing a bright spark in an otherwise mediocre campaign for the Warriors.	+
	===Forwards:===		===Forwards:===
−	'''20. Latif Hunter - Sukatra Tigers, age 19, 0 caps.'''<br />	+	'''19. Lewis Bin-Majd - Gabalfa City, age 29, 3 caps'''
−	Rising young star who set the league on fire, winning the Young Player of the Year award and the Golden Boot for his 24-goal haul.	+	::Prolific club goalscorer who made his debut during AOCAF IX, and will be looking to expand on that by netting his first goal for the Aroras.
−	'''21. Chris Hutton - Marine Coast United (Vilita), age 18, 15 caps, 3 goals.'''<br />	+	'''20. Latif Hunter - Aigburth Athletic (Krytenia), age 19, 6 caps, 1 goal.'''
−	A precocious young talent who is looking to make a name for himself in the V-League. Famed (or feared) for his tenacious hassling of opposition defenders.	+	::A true wonderkid, Hunter astounded the Bettian footballing scene by winning the Golden Boot during the first Apex League. Now plies his trade in Krytenia where the experience sems to have done hime a world of good.
−	'''22. Bobbie Rosenstiehl - Downton, age 23, 11 caps, 4 goals.'''<br />	+	'''21. Chris Hutton - Marine Coast United (Vilita), age 18, 32 caps, 11 goals.'''
−	A pacy striker with plenty of flair who enjoyed an excellent season, netting 19 goals for the Bulldozers.	+	::A prolific scorer in international football who was recently named the best foreign striker in the V-League. Famed for his tenacity and shooting accuracy.
−	'''23. John Harding - Akani Sands, age 28, 20 caps, 15 goals.'''<br />	+	'''22. Bobbie Rosenstiehl - Downton, age 23, 19 caps, 4 goals.'''
−	A lanky centre-forward whose early career has been hampered by injuries, but has recently seen his prospects improve after winning the league title with Akani Sands, netting 19 goals in the process. A deadly header of the ball.	+	::A skillful forward who is able to set goals up from the right-hand side as well as score them himself.
−	'''24. Gethin Ward - Gabalfa Rovers, age 29, 21 caps, 14 goals.'''<br />	+	'''23. John Harding - Akani Sands, age 28, 25 caps, 19 goals.'''
−	Ward returned to top form this season, showing the Bettian fans and media what a deadly striker he really is, finishing just one goal short of the Golden Boot and nominated for the Player of the Year.	+	::A lanky striker whose 22 goals helped Akani Sands to the league and cup double. His 6'4" frame makes him the ideal target man.
−	'''25. Judson York - Pylos Reavers (Hypocria), age 25, 13 caps, 14 goals'''<br />	+	'''24. Gethin Ward - Gabalfa Rovers, age 29, 32 caps, 14 goals.'''
−	The first black player to pull on the green-and-yellow shirt. His lightning-quick pace was virtually unmatched in the Bettian league despite his team getting relegated, and he will be looking to repeat those performances in the Hypocrian league. Is equally at home in the centre or on either side of the pitch.	+	::Gabalfa Rovers' main striker has been a regular feature of the Betian lineup for quite some time, but has been eclipsed by the emerge of such talent as Hunter, Hutton and York. A supreme goal poacher in the same vein as his former team-mate and Bettian legend Stuart Abdul-Rahim.
		+	'''25. Judson York - Pylos Reavers (Hypocria), age 26, 30 caps, 22 goals'''
		+	::Fearsome. There's no other word to describe Judson York. His skill, speed and power has seen him set the Hypocrian league on fire over the last couple of seasons, and he has established himself as a first team regular for Bettia.
−	===Mascot:===
−	'''26. Tiddles - age 6, 3 caps, 1 victim'''<br />	+	===Mascot:===
−	Bettia's beloved lucky arora who now leads the team out at the beginning of every match accompanied by a special guest handler. She grabbed national headlines when she scuttled onto the pitch during Bettia's Cup of Harmony match against the Liamist States and bit the ankles of their star player. Initially, the FAB decided to hand out a touchline ban, but after an outcry from the Bettian media and fans, this decision was overturned and she is now a regular fixture. Normally cute and docile (if aroras ever can be described as cute), but can get the red mist at the drop of a hat. The Bettian fans will hope she helps to bite a chunk out of their opponents chances of qualifying ahead of them.	+	'''Tiddles - age 7, 31 caps, 3 victims'''
		+	::Bettia's beloved but slightly vicious Arora mascot returns for her second World Cup campaign. Normally docile and sometimes bordering on cute, Tiddles has been known to get the red mist at the drop of a hat, especially when refereeing decisions don't go Bettia's way.
		+	http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y231/bettia/squad.jpg
	[[Category:Bettia]]		[[Category:Bettia]]
	[[Category:Sports teams]]		[[Category:Sports teams]]

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Revision as of 05:52, 15 August 2005

Factfile

Nickname: The Aroras
First Kit: Green & yellow quartered shirts, yellow shorts, green socks
Second Kit: Blue & white quartered shirts, white shorts, blue socks
Current World Ranking: 41

Competition Record to Date

Played: 46
Won: 17
Drawn: 11
Lost: 18
Goals Scored: 52
Goals Conceded: 58

Head-to-Head Records

Beanestan Played: 2 (2-0-0) Goals: 4-0	Bestiville Played: 1 (0-1-0) Goals: 1-1	Chacor Played: 1 (0-1-0) Goals: 1-1	Corneliu Played: 1 (1-0-0) Goals: 7-0	EL CID THE HERO Played: 2 (0-1-1) Goals: 2-3	Englerica Played: 2 (2-0-0) Goals: 3-1
Hockey Canada Played: 1 (0-0-1) Goals: 3-4	Hypocria Played: 1 (1-0-0) Goals: 1-0	Kazakhstania Played: 1 (1-0-0) Goals: 1-0	Krytenia Played: 1 (0-1-0) Goals: 2-2	Kylaai Played: 1 (0-1-0) Goals: 0-0	Lamoni Played: 1 (0-0-1) Goals: 0-2
Legalese Played: 1 (0-0-1) Goals: 0-1	Lethislavania Played: 2 (1-0-1) Goals: 2-2	Liamist States Played: 1 (0-1-0) Goals: 2-2	Lovisa Played: 2 (0-1-1) Goals: 1-3	Lykaia Played: 2 (1-0-1) Goals: 1-3	Oaker Played: 2 (0-0-2) Goals: 1-5
Nedalia Played: 5 (1-2-2) Goals: 4-8	Nova Britannicus Played: 1 (0-0-1) Goals: 0-2	Robotopolis Played: 2 (2-0-0) Goals: 3-0	San Verdi Played: 2 (1-1-0) Goals: 4-2	Sonaron Played: 1 (1-0-0) Goals: 2-1	South Ossetia Played: 1 (0-0-1) Goals: 0-4
Spruitland Played: 1 (1-0-0) Goals: 2-1	Starblaydia Played: 3 (0-1-2) Goals: 1-4	Turori Played: 1 (0-0-1) Goals: 1-3	Vtorbetin Played: 2 (1-0-1) Goals: 1-1	Zanzabarland Played: 2 (1-0-1) Goals: 2-2

Competition Records

Most recent competitions first. Bettia's scorers are in brackets.

Cup of Harmony 15

First Round, Group K
Bettia 1-0 Hypocria (Harding)
Bettia 2-1 Sonaron (York, Harding)
Bettia 0-3 Nedalia

                 Pl   W   D   L   F   A  Pts   GD
NEDALIA           3   2   0   1   4   2    6   +2
BETTIA            3   2   0   1   3   4    6   -1
SONARON           3   1   1   1   3   2    4   +1
HYPOCRIA          3   0   1   2   0   1    1   -2

Semi-Final
Bettia 3-4 Hockey Canada (York 2, Harding)

Third Place Playoff
Bettia 2-1 Spruitland (York 2)

AOCAF IX

Bettia 1-1 Chacor (Hutton)
Bettia 1-2 Starblaydia (Hutton)
Bettia 0-2 Nedalia
Bettia 0-2 Lamoni

Group 3            P  W  D  L GF-GA Pts
Starblaydia        4  3  1  0  7-2   10
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Nedalia            4  2  2  0  7-4    8
Lamoni             4  2  1  1  9-5    7
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Bettia             4  0  1  3  2-7    1
Chacor             4  0  1  3  1-8    1

World Cup 23

Qualifying Group 8

Bettia 1-1 Nedalia (York)
Robotopolis 0-2 Bettia (Hutton, Warlow)
Lovisa 2-0 Bettia
Englerica 1-2 Bettia (Brooks, Carew)
Bettia 1-0 Vtorbetin (Hutton)
Bettia 1-3 Oaker (York)
Lethislavania 1-0 Bettia
Nedalia 1-1 Bettia (Hutton)
Bettia 1-0 Robotopolis (Hunter)
Bettia 1-1 Lovisa (Brooks)
Bettia 1-0 Englerica (York)
Vtorbetin 1-0 Bettia
Oaker 2-0 Bettia
Bettia 2-1 Lethislavania (Hutton 2)

Region 8                       Pts  W   D   L  GF:GA   GD
1.  Oaker                      37  12   1   1  29:5    24
2.  Lovisa                     32  10   2   2  25:3    22
3.  Lethislavania              24   7   3   4  20:12    8
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4.  Nedalia                    21   5   6   3  14:11    3
5.  Bettia                     21   6   3   5  13:14   -1
6.  Robotopolis                 9   2   3   9   6:22  -16
7.  Vtorbetin                   7   1   4   9   8:25  -17
8.  Englerica                   4   0   4  10   5:28  -23

Cup of Harmony XIV

(matches played in Lethislavania)

First Round, Group 1
Kylaai 0-0 Bettia
Bettia 0-2 Nova Britannicus
Bettia 2-2 Liamist States (Abdul-Rahim, Killick o.g.)

                  P  W  D  L  F-A  Pts
Kylaai            3  1  2  0  1-0   5
Nova Britannicus  3  1  1  1  2-1   4
Liamist States    3  0  3  0  2-2   3
Bettia            3  0  2  1  2-4   2

AOCAF 8

All matches played in Druida

Eastern Conference

Legalese 1-0 Bettia
South Ossetia 4-0 Bettia
Bettia 1-3 Turori (Abdul-Rahim)
Krytenia 2-2 Bettia (Abdul-Rahim, Harding)

                  P  W  D  L  F-A  Pts  GD
Krytenia          4  3  1  0 12-5   10  +7
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Legalese          4  3  0  1  4-4    9   0
Turori            4  2  0  2  9-6    6  +3
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South Osettia     4  1  0  3  6-9    3  -3
Bettia            4  0  1  3  3-10   1  -7

World Cup 22

Qualifying Group 5
Starblaydia 0-0 Bettia
Bettia 1-2 EL CID THE HERO (Rosenstiehl)
Beanestan 0-3 Bettia (Ward, Whistler, Abdul-Rahim)
Bettia 3-1 San Verdi (Adbul-Rahim, Harding 2)
Lykaia 3-0 Bettia
Bettia 0-2 Starblaydia
EL CID THE HERO 1-1 Bettia (Abdul-Rahim)
Bettia 1-0 Beanestan (Hutton)
San Verdi 1-1 Bettia (Abdul-Rahim)
Bettia 1-0 Lykaia (Rosenstiehl)

                        Pts  W   D   L  GF:GA   GD
Starblaydia             28   9   1   0  22:4    18
EL CID THE HERO         20   6   2   2  20:10   10
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Bettia                  15   4   3   3  11:10    1
Lykaia                  12   3   3   4  13:13    0
San Verdi                5   0   5   5  12:23  -11
Beaneastan               2   0   2   8   5:23  -18

Baptism of Fire Cup (Pre-WC22)

All matches were played in Legalese except the final, which was hosted by Vilita.

First Round, Group C
Zanzabarland 1-0 Bettia
Bestiville 1-1 Bettia (Abdul-Rahim)
Kazakhstania 0-1 Bettia (Abdul-Rahim)

                           Pts  W   D   L  GF:GA   GD
1.  Zanazabarland           9   3   0   0   4:1     3
2.  Bettia                  4   1   1   1   2:2     0
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3.  Bestiville              2   0   2   1   3:4    -1
4.  Kazakhstania            1   0   1   2   1:3    -2

Quarter Final
Nedalia 1-2 Bettia (Abdul-Rahim, Hutton)

Semi-Final
Zanzabarland 1-2 Bettia (Brooks, Harding)

Final
Corneliu 0-7 Bettia (Abdul-Rahim 3, Hutton, Brooks 2, Harding)

Current Team

(World Cup 24)

Goalkeepers

1. Ricardo DiTorino - Akani Sands, age 19, 31 caps.

Had a hugely successful season, winning the league and cup double with Akani Sands and continuing to make the Aroras no.1 jersey his own. The cat-like agility of this young shot-stopper has propelled him to the brink of international stardom.

2. Amir Bettison - Gabalfa Rovers, age 32, 49 caps.

Despite spening most of last season on the international sidelines, the hugely experienced Gabalfa Rovers goalkeeper comes into this tournament as the proud bearer of a CofH bronze medal. Hugely inspirational with a great footballing brain.

3. Robert Sole - Lorshill United, age 22, 1 cap.

Finally gained his first international cap during AOCAF IX after another disappointing season with his club Lorshill United. This 6'2" keeper has huge potential which many critics have recently stated as being wasted. Looks set to leave his long-time club after attracting some interest from a number of clubs within the Apex League.

Defence

4. Gwynoro Tyrno'r - Sukatra Tigers, age 19, 3 caps.

The former U21 international finally burst onto the full international scene during the last World Cup campaign and showed some steady performances. Will be looking to build on that experience.

5. Musa Williams - Gabalfa Rovers, age 27, 47 caps.

The hard-tackling Rovers centre-back has been a mainstay of the Bettian back-line for quite some time now, and its not hard to see why. Rarely puts a foot wrong.

6. Wasim Morgan - Ceffinton Town, age 23, 21 caps.

A utility defender who can play in any position along the back. Although he has struggled to break into the Bettian first team recently, he has proven to be a versatile and much-valued substitute.

7. Geraint Carew - Vimesbairn Athletic (Cockbill Street), age 26, 54 caps, 1 goal.

Bettia's flying right wing-back who has slotted in very nicely into the Arora's usualy 5-3-2 formation. A dependable tackler and swift counter-attacker, he has also started to show some prowess from the penalty spot.

8. Ian Redpath - Akani Sands, age 26, 12 caps.

Captain of the double-winning Akani Sands, Ian Redpath broke into the Bettian squad during the previous World Cup and quickly made a name for himself as a solid reliable centre-back.

9. Michael Ryder - Gabalfa City, age 27, 38 caps.

A dependable defender famed for his hard, ruthless but well-timed tackling, who has seen his international exploits limited by injury and the emergence of young talent. Nonetheless, Ryder is still a great asset to any team.

10. Jonathon McKinnon - Patriots Everton (Krytenia), age 20, 24 caps.

An exciting young prospect whose talents earnt him a move to the K-League. Is slowly but surely establishing a place for himself in the Aroras starting eleven.

11. Amir Bin Da'ud - Gabalfa Rovers, age 28, 48 caps.

An exciting, experienced left wing-back who made a name for himself in Bettian football with his long throws which have set up many goals in the past for both club and country. Is pretty much an integral part of the Bettian team.

12. Gareth Coates (captain) - Grappenhall United, age 25, 42 caps, 1 goal.

Vastly experienced captain of the Bettian national squad who often puts in near-flawless performances (according to him anyway).

Midfield:

13. John Connick - Rolestu FC (Bedistan), age 29, 50 caps.

The midfield dynamo who has established himself as the playmaker of the team. Connick's fine performances for club and country this season have resulted in him moving to Bedistani giants Rolestu FC.

14. Badr Warlow - Gabalfa City, age 21, 8 caps, 1 goal.

An emerging talent whose free-kicks are famed and feared within the Apex League. Scored on his debut during the last World Cup qualifying round.

15. Aaron Brown - Emcorn, age 22, 34 caps, 2 goals.

A nippy little right-winger who has seen his international prospects diminished by recent changes in playing style and formation. owever, none can doubt his attacking capabilities, often linking up well with the right wing-back to set up swift attacks.

16. Omar Whistler - Maindy Wanderers, age 24, 35 caps, 11 goals.

A cool, measured influence in the centre of midfield who is traditionally the first-choice penalty-taker for the Aroras. Despite being just 5'8", he oftens pops up during corners and free-kicks to nick a goal here and there.

17. Evan Brooks - Gabalfa Rovers, age 27, 61 caps, 15 goals.

Reckoned by many to be the best midfielder Bettia has ever produced, his set-pieces are second to none. Equally at home in the centre or on either wing.

18. Ieaun Swain - Grappenhall United, age 22, 19 caps, 2 goals.

An exceptionally quick player who has made the left-wing slot his own.

Forwards:

19. Lewis Bin-Majd - Gabalfa City, age 29, 3 caps

Prolific club goalscorer who made his debut during AOCAF IX, and will be looking to expand on that by netting his first goal for the Aroras.

20. Latif Hunter - Aigburth Athletic (Krytenia), age 19, 6 caps, 1 goal.

A true wonderkid, Hunter astounded the Bettian footballing scene by winning the Golden Boot during the first Apex League. Now plies his trade in Krytenia where the experience sems to have done hime a world of good.

21. Chris Hutton - Marine Coast United (Vilita), age 18, 32 caps, 11 goals.

A prolific scorer in international football who was recently named the best foreign striker in the V-League. Famed for his tenacity and shooting accuracy.

22. Bobbie Rosenstiehl - Downton, age 23, 19 caps, 4 goals.

A skillful forward who is able to set goals up from the right-hand side as well as score them himself.

23. John Harding - Akani Sands, age 28, 25 caps, 19 goals.

A lanky striker whose 22 goals helped Akani Sands to the league and cup double. His 6'4" frame makes him the ideal target man.

24. Gethin Ward - Gabalfa Rovers, age 29, 32 caps, 14 goals.

Gabalfa Rovers' main striker has been a regular feature of the Betian lineup for quite some time, but has been eclipsed by the emerge of such talent as Hunter, Hutton and York. A supreme goal poacher in the same vein as his former team-mate and Bettian legend Stuart Abdul-Rahim.

25. Judson York - Pylos Reavers (Hypocria), age 26, 30 caps, 22 goals

Fearsome. There's no other word to describe Judson York. His skill, speed and power has seen him set the Hypocrian league on fire over the last couple of seasons, and he has established himself as a first team regular for Bettia.

Mascot:

Tiddles - age 7, 31 caps, 3 victims

Bettia's beloved but slightly vicious Arora mascot returns for her second World Cup campaign. Normally docile and sometimes bordering on cute, Tiddles has been known to get the red mist at the drop of a hat, especially when refereeing decisions don't go Bettia's way.