“Wotta shite game - the third in a row in which nuffle has gazed beneficiently upon my enemy, while showing me his Nufftacular Crack of Doom.

With my luck riding below 50 until midway thru the second half, and Diarmuid's staying in the 60-70 range throughout, my heart just wasn't in this one, and I am ashamed to admit that I did Diarmuid a disservice by not really playing to my full potential.

Still, income was ok, and FF went up, so I guess it was not all bad.

Diarmuid was a great opponent who I am happy to admit is a better coach than I. He was pleasant and we had a quite lengthy and funny chat after the game, which made me forget Nuffle's displeasure just a little. I have a feeling we will be playing again.

Here's hoping that I regain favour in the eyes of Nuffle, and that I am returned to his benevolent sight...”