S Archibald 3
Fleming
Fleming
Match Information
Attendance: 10000
Referee:
Matchday: Tuesday
Match Trivia
North American Tour - Just why Glasgow Rangers attained all possible football honours in their native land was clearly demonstrated to some 6,000 local enthusiasts at Carruthers Park last night. The Scottish champions added another victory to the already long string of the present tour by defeating Fort Rouge Rangers four to two. Thre the score to many would not indicate that the victory enjoyed a marked advantage over the local eleven, nevertheless the superiority displayed can only be realised by those fortunate enough to have witnessed the exhibition. The Scotsmen’s football was masterful to say the least. Their play exemplified the art of soccer showing everything possible that could be demonstrated under the code and the brilliant performance drew round after round of applause from the thrilled spectators. Even those in the audience who had never seen a game before could not help but admire the visitors’ cleverness. Against the uncanny performance of the game’s finer points, the Fort Rouge lads exceeded all expectations and went down with colours flying, justifying the executive vote that gave them the privilege of representing Manitoba. So gallantly did the Forts play that on two occasions during the match, they were on even terms with their highly-touted opponents and once came within the proverbial ‘ace’ of gaining the lead. A short passing game which was a treat to watch featured the Scottish champs’ play. At times they did everything with the ball but make it talk. They worked like the well-oiled machine they are, their positional play and confidence one with the other, being one of the outstanding points. From even a mere spectator’s point of view the visitors were never extended and appeared to be on the field more to give the fans a football treat than to run up a high score. Having a complete command of the situation they were never at a loss to gain the lead whenever necessary. Playing with the advantage of the wind, the locals showed to the best advantage in the first half. despite the fact that the Ibrox Park eleven scored in the first three minutes, they were held to a two to one lead at the interval. Predictions during the rest period amongst the spectators varied as to the number of goals the Glasgow team would run during the second session. The result was indeed a surprise. Though the visitors hemmed in the Forts throughout and rained shot after shot goalwards brilliant defensive play on the part of the locals, in which Bob Penman stood out like tan shoes on a pall-bearer, they could only equal their first half achievements. A fast break away resulted in the Forts’ second counter. Each team has its stars, but it would be difficult to select one from the Rangers squad. However, there were several who caught the eye with spectacular and well-defined movements. ‘Wee’ Alan Morton, the elusive outside left, on whom all eyes were focused, due to his great expectations, did not disappoint. There were others also very much in the limelight. Jimmy Fleming, McPhail, Archibald and Marshall share honours with Morton. All of the glory does not go to these men alone, as the rest of the squad turned in a colour exhibition. As mentioned previously, the local boys were not given an earthly chance to take the measure of the much-famed Rangers. They were beaten, but their plucky fight against superior odds will be the talk of the city for many days to come. Great in defeat and conspicuous on a field of many stars was Bob Penman, the gallant leader. Under severe pressure, he was unfaltering, though faced by one of the smoothest working wing combinations in football. Almost equal to the brilliance of their captain, were Bobby McIntosh, Bogden ‘Curly’ Smith a youngster fresh from the junior ranks. McIntosh worked like a Trojan and many a Ranger sortie was broken up by his bustling tactics. Bogden, elongated custodian, was beaten four times but very few goalkeepers today would have blocked the shots that penetrated his citadel. He was tested aplenty on drives from all angles and his work was beyond criticism. The sorrel-topped youth Smith drew admiration by his spirit and dash on the left flank, both goals coming as a result of movement he initiated. Late arrivals were still clambering into their seats when Premier John Bracken set the ball in motion, and many were hardly settled when the Rangers scored their first goal of the evening. A movement on the right, a pretty passing combination, and a snap shot by Sandy Archibald had Bogden beaten to the world. It seemed as if the Rangers would add to their total by Smith paved the way for the locals’ equaliser. Smith brought Hamilton full length to save a hard shot. From the resultant corner kick Hamilton was out of his net, and off balance when Johnny Lang lobbed the ball into the yawning net. Shortly after the crowd was brought to its feet when Johnston slipped one through the defence and with the Glasgow goalie beaten, the ball just missed going into the cage by inches. A few minutes before the interval the visitors took the lead again when Fleming tapped the sphere passes Bogden who was anticipating a shot from McPhail. The real thrill of the match came early in the final stanza when the locals tied things up for the second time. McIntosh slipped to Johnston who took the ball in his stride and passed out to Smith. The youngster lifted the leather over the heads of the visiting defence to the toe of Donald McKay, who made no mistake. Once again, the lead was established by the tourists, when McPhail connected after corner kick was taken by Archibald quietly placing the ball between the posts. It was Fleming who scored the last goal of the game. He received from McDonald, steadied himself and let drive. Despite a gallant effort on the part of Bogden, the bullet shot evaded his attempt. ‘Red’ Lloyd had the easiest match probably in his career as an official. The players gave no trouble, only two being pulled up for minor infringement.
What a time we are having were! Enjoyment all the time! We have been received by the Winnipeg Corporation; we are being feted day and night. A fleet of motor cars and guides are at out command; we are seeing everything that is worth seeing. On Monday we were the guests of the Caledonian Society. The heat is tropical almost; it is far too hot for Football. That’s the one fly in the ointment. Still, out latest game on a fast, dry ground was productive of much very fine play, which ten thousand people enjoyed thoroughly. Our fellows were not really stretched – the match was something of an exhibition. We led at the interval by two goals to one, and scoring twice in the second half we ran out winners by four goals to two. Fleming sound the net twice and Archibald and McPhail once each. All our fellows did splendidly, and the Canadians fielded a couple of stars in McIntosh and Lang – a tip-top centre half-back and inside forward respectively. Lang and McKay, the wing supports, got the goal. And now its all aboard for Alberta’s prairies province. We make our headquarters at Edmonton. Everybody is fit, well and happy
