Match Report - Shuai Ji 1 - 2 GNK+
For purpose of simplification, opponents will be called GNK+, as per last match, except this team consist of mainly GNKs with a bit of other races.
Match start with Shuaiji having only 10 men as guest star Amin was abit late, but that's okay, he turned up just at kickoff and got his boots on in no time, and joined in the game.
On paper, this is the best shuaiji team that's been fielded. Formation was a 4-5-1. Keeper Eng Siang retains his No. 1 position. with the return of star-defender-who-never-misses-a-header Siong in central defence, the defence looks very stable. Kiam retains his central defence position after an impressive turnout last match, and also because first choice centreback, Gerald, is away in faraway kangarooland. Louis was shifted to left back, and Chan played his usual position on his right. Midfield consist of Diyar, who's making his debut for shuaiji, Mingxian, Amin, Hongkeat and Derek who's playing abit in front of Mingxian and as supporting striker. touch-ball-den-goal Ah li was playing his familiar striker role. I'd say this team has more than enough quality to cover weaknesses that may exist in individual players.
Prematch view: GNK+ looks strong, physically, but that's okay, shuaiji's never the team to lose out in physical battles. The biggest threat was the weather. Burning hot at 3pm, leaving many of us sweaty after the pre match kickabout.
1st Half: GNK+ kick off.
1st 15 mins saw shuaiji playing some really committed football, with defence superbly marshalled by Siong. The team was compact and we played calm football, with players exchanging short passes and enjoying good support. GNK+ was closed down pretty well.
First danger situation for shuaiji was when curly hair GNK was given time to float a high ball to their striker, kiam and law did well to pressure him and took the ball away from him. New players were still getting into their stride, particularly Derek and Diyar, who were improving with every step they take.
2nd danger situation for shuaiji was when GNK+ keeper took a dropkick and kiam went up for the header, the ball wasn't headed properly and it looped towards shuaiji's goal. Thankfully Siong was able to hold off the advancing striker and saved kiam further blushes.
Around the mid of the half, curly hair GNK was given a yellow card following a tussle between him and Amin, he was spotted by the ref aiming a kick at Amin, ref did well to award yellow card with a stern warning.
After that incident, shuai ji followed up with some good support play and managed to threaten their goal. GNK+ keeper took a dropkick and kiam, remembering that it's been a long time since siong was beaten to a header, decided to go out of position to challenge for the ball. For the 2nd time in the match he fumbled and the ball was sent towards the own goal. Too bad this time siong was standing too close, and though after a hard chase, did not manage to tackle the striker before he made the shot right in front of the advancing keeper. 1-0 GNK+. kiam's confidence was visibly shattered.
The weather was having its effects on both teams as after the goal, GNK+ were playing at a much slower pace, and covering and supporting on the part of shuaiji was reduced, also still kept at a pretty decent level.
First half ended with Beng trying some joga bonito, juggling the ball around 3 defenders and attempting a bicycle kick, which was quite pretty and on target, but lacking in power. This' what football is about, dashes of joga bonito.
2nd Half: Better play by shuaiji, and some unsporting behaviours by GNK+.
2nd half shuaiji started with some energy regained. kiam was looking more energetic after consuming 2 ferrero rochers and drinking much water, though he complained of a pain in his right foot.
Shuaiji was putting up pretty decent pressure on GNK+ and the ball rarely got out of GNK+ half. The wings were impressive as Diyar and Derek constantly tormented their defence with some fantastic dribbling and running, hong keat was swinging in pretty decent crosses and ah li was showing GNK+ and shuaiji that he's capable of drawing and holding off defenders. Mingxian and Amin rarely put a foot wrong in the central midfield and in my opinion, they were playing as though that area was their grandfather's. wingbacks Chan and Louis was putting in some very exciting wing play and made several manacing crosses that should haf been converted if not for the conservative approach that the strikers adopt. Defence was pushed up till just across the midfield line, effectively reducing the playing field by half, and allow the midfielders to run less.
GNK+ had a corner and the ball was floated to the centre of the penalty area. Derek, in a rare lapse of concentration, allowed normal looking GNK to sneak in to tap the ball in. Probably the team could haf done better warning each other about running men. 2-0 GNK+
Almost immediately after the restart, shuaiji won a freekick at the left wing position. Diyar sent a quick ball into the penalty box goalwards, ala Alonso vs Derby. Derek was on hand to make up for his previous lapse of concentration and diverted the ball into goal with a glancing header. Good goal. 2-1.
Match became more tensed as shuaiji surged forward and flooded the attacking area with manpower, effectively locking GNK+ in the last third of the field. like sharks smelling blood, the wounded tigers played out their best to get the equalizing goal. Ball flying out of the playing area did not break shuaiji's momentum. Thank you Amin for being spiderman and retrieving the ball for us. :) Several penalty claims were turned down. At least 2 clear penalties were denied, with GNK+ using all kinds of dirty tricks to contain shuaiji's play, especially with regards to challenging for headers.
Things turned ugly when GNK+ purposely delayed time as they try to hold on to their much threatened 1 goal lead. Angry words were exchanged. The goal looks as though it's going to come, but it never happened. Ref blew the final whistle, and more angry words followed. GNK+ showing disrespect to the ref. Ref remark was that GNK+ was unprofessional and do not deserve to play football. Wonderful. Hit the nail on the head.
Match analysis: Definitely a much improved performance from last game.
Siong did a good job introducing higher level defending to us, I'm sure the defence can grow by playing together more often and familiarising with the tactics that are much more efficient. Chan showed that previous game's performance was one-off and resumed his role as a good supporting right back. Louis was looking more and more comfortable as a defender, and his attacking play was exhilarating to watch sometimes.
Midfield was the star of today's game. Diyar put in a superb debut with a good assist and some mazy dribbling that made a fool of the opponents. Probably was overawed by the physical play, but adapted well as the match wore on. Derek BURNS their defence. Amin was playing as a reliable midfielder and lessened the workload of the ever fierce Beng. Hongkeat did very well and his crossing resembles that of a certain DB7.
Ah li probably could have gotten 2 goals under his belt if not for some luck on GNK+ side. Did well and looks like he can only be better. Touch-ball-den-goal, soon?
Engsiang paid 8 dollars to stand under the sun.
Lost probably more to weather than to quality.
Personal view: I hope we can stick with this team for a long time to come. We can only get better.
Man of the Match: Diyar. Showed us beautiful football ala C.Ron. Drawing defenders to him and making them look stupid. Debuted with an assist.
Chan is worth a mention too with some tireless runs and accurate tackling.
Run of the Match: Derek. Tap and raced (read: BURNED) past 2 GNK+. Heng traffic police not around.
kiam
Match start with Shuaiji having only 10 men as guest star Amin was abit late, but that's okay, he turned up just at kickoff and got his boots on in no time, and joined in the game.
On paper, this is the best shuaiji team that's been fielded. Formation was a 4-5-1. Keeper Eng Siang retains his No. 1 position. with the return of star-defender-who-never-misses-a-header Siong in central defence, the defence looks very stable. Kiam retains his central defence position after an impressive turnout last match, and also because first choice centreback, Gerald, is away in faraway kangarooland. Louis was shifted to left back, and Chan played his usual position on his right. Midfield consist of Diyar, who's making his debut for shuaiji, Mingxian, Amin, Hongkeat and Derek who's playing abit in front of Mingxian and as supporting striker. touch-ball-den-goal Ah li was playing his familiar striker role. I'd say this team has more than enough quality to cover weaknesses that may exist in individual players.
Prematch view: GNK+ looks strong, physically, but that's okay, shuaiji's never the team to lose out in physical battles. The biggest threat was the weather. Burning hot at 3pm, leaving many of us sweaty after the pre match kickabout.
1st Half: GNK+ kick off.
1st 15 mins saw shuaiji playing some really committed football, with defence superbly marshalled by Siong. The team was compact and we played calm football, with players exchanging short passes and enjoying good support. GNK+ was closed down pretty well.
First danger situation for shuaiji was when curly hair GNK was given time to float a high ball to their striker, kiam and law did well to pressure him and took the ball away from him. New players were still getting into their stride, particularly Derek and Diyar, who were improving with every step they take.
2nd danger situation for shuaiji was when GNK+ keeper took a dropkick and kiam went up for the header, the ball wasn't headed properly and it looped towards shuaiji's goal. Thankfully Siong was able to hold off the advancing striker and saved kiam further blushes.
Around the mid of the half, curly hair GNK was given a yellow card following a tussle between him and Amin, he was spotted by the ref aiming a kick at Amin, ref did well to award yellow card with a stern warning.
After that incident, shuai ji followed up with some good support play and managed to threaten their goal. GNK+ keeper took a dropkick and kiam, remembering that it's been a long time since siong was beaten to a header, decided to go out of position to challenge for the ball. For the 2nd time in the match he fumbled and the ball was sent towards the own goal. Too bad this time siong was standing too close, and though after a hard chase, did not manage to tackle the striker before he made the shot right in front of the advancing keeper. 1-0 GNK+. kiam's confidence was visibly shattered.
The weather was having its effects on both teams as after the goal, GNK+ were playing at a much slower pace, and covering and supporting on the part of shuaiji was reduced, also still kept at a pretty decent level.
First half ended with Beng trying some joga bonito, juggling the ball around 3 defenders and attempting a bicycle kick, which was quite pretty and on target, but lacking in power. This' what football is about, dashes of joga bonito.
2nd Half: Better play by shuaiji, and some unsporting behaviours by GNK+.
2nd half shuaiji started with some energy regained. kiam was looking more energetic after consuming 2 ferrero rochers and drinking much water, though he complained of a pain in his right foot.
Shuaiji was putting up pretty decent pressure on GNK+ and the ball rarely got out of GNK+ half. The wings were impressive as Diyar and Derek constantly tormented their defence with some fantastic dribbling and running, hong keat was swinging in pretty decent crosses and ah li was showing GNK+ and shuaiji that he's capable of drawing and holding off defenders. Mingxian and Amin rarely put a foot wrong in the central midfield and in my opinion, they were playing as though that area was their grandfather's. wingbacks Chan and Louis was putting in some very exciting wing play and made several manacing crosses that should haf been converted if not for the conservative approach that the strikers adopt. Defence was pushed up till just across the midfield line, effectively reducing the playing field by half, and allow the midfielders to run less.
GNK+ had a corner and the ball was floated to the centre of the penalty area. Derek, in a rare lapse of concentration, allowed normal looking GNK to sneak in to tap the ball in. Probably the team could haf done better warning each other about running men. 2-0 GNK+
Almost immediately after the restart, shuaiji won a freekick at the left wing position. Diyar sent a quick ball into the penalty box goalwards, ala Alonso vs Derby. Derek was on hand to make up for his previous lapse of concentration and diverted the ball into goal with a glancing header. Good goal. 2-1.
Match became more tensed as shuaiji surged forward and flooded the attacking area with manpower, effectively locking GNK+ in the last third of the field. like sharks smelling blood, the wounded tigers played out their best to get the equalizing goal. Ball flying out of the playing area did not break shuaiji's momentum. Thank you Amin for being spiderman and retrieving the ball for us. :) Several penalty claims were turned down. At least 2 clear penalties were denied, with GNK+ using all kinds of dirty tricks to contain shuaiji's play, especially with regards to challenging for headers.
Things turned ugly when GNK+ purposely delayed time as they try to hold on to their much threatened 1 goal lead. Angry words were exchanged. The goal looks as though it's going to come, but it never happened. Ref blew the final whistle, and more angry words followed. GNK+ showing disrespect to the ref. Ref remark was that GNK+ was unprofessional and do not deserve to play football. Wonderful. Hit the nail on the head.
Match analysis: Definitely a much improved performance from last game.
Siong did a good job introducing higher level defending to us, I'm sure the defence can grow by playing together more often and familiarising with the tactics that are much more efficient. Chan showed that previous game's performance was one-off and resumed his role as a good supporting right back. Louis was looking more and more comfortable as a defender, and his attacking play was exhilarating to watch sometimes.
Midfield was the star of today's game. Diyar put in a superb debut with a good assist and some mazy dribbling that made a fool of the opponents. Probably was overawed by the physical play, but adapted well as the match wore on. Derek BURNS their defence. Amin was playing as a reliable midfielder and lessened the workload of the ever fierce Beng. Hongkeat did very well and his crossing resembles that of a certain DB7.
Ah li probably could have gotten 2 goals under his belt if not for some luck on GNK+ side. Did well and looks like he can only be better. Touch-ball-den-goal, soon?
Engsiang paid 8 dollars to stand under the sun.
Lost probably more to weather than to quality.
Personal view: I hope we can stick with this team for a long time to come. We can only get better.
Man of the Match: Diyar. Showed us beautiful football ala C.Ron. Drawing defenders to him and making them look stupid. Debuted with an assist.
Chan is worth a mention too with some tireless runs and accurate tackling.
Run of the Match: Derek. Tap and raced (read: BURNED) past 2 GNK+. Heng traffic police not around.
kiam
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