Mavericks draws in high-octane clash
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Scorers: Taufiq ('22), Kee Siang ('61), ('79),
Assists: Amir (2)
MOM: Kee Siang
Stadio Bedok Greenie - A truly exhilarating match to behold for the neutral observer. Mavericks FC came back thrice from behind to secure the share of the spoils in this not-so-stale-mate. Total Football were the league's only unbeaten team, and it was no surprise that the Outsiders came into the match as underdogs. To be truthful to the naysayers, the match could have gone either way, as both side had several gilt-edge chances, in this surprisingly open game.
Against the run of play, with the Outsiders dominant in the opening exchanges in the gloomy downpour of the afternoon, Total Football FC took the lead, from yet another corner, truly exploiting the weakness of the men in white. Things took for the worse, as their youthful energetic opponents increased their lead within 10 minutes, from the penalty spot, courtesy of Chris' late challenge FROM outside of the box. Well, when things don't go your way, lady luck loves to rub it in and shine her shiny arse on ya.
However, Mavericks slowly found their groove back, and within minutes, a left-footed corner-kick was floated in by Amir and striker Taufiq met it with a fine finish, sidefooting it home to reduce the deficit. Both players had earlier missed a great chance, with their follow-up shots denied in a great double-save from the keeper. Half-time: 1-2.
Second-half resumed, and both sides had their fair share of possession, however, with Alex in goal, the Mavericks defence stood resolute with new centre-back signing Alvin and Chuan Ji winning all the high balls. Kee Siang's dominance in the game started to show, and he was time and time again in the centre of the Outsiders' attack.
Torres-like Taufiq was holding well in attack after being deployed as the lone striker, with Khai missing. Jiun Wei's biting tackles shackled the Total Football midfield which was spearheaded by Eric Djemba-Djemba, and this was just the spur the team needed.
In the 78th minute, Amir went on a surging run before letting rip a shot which forced the keeper to push it wide for a corner. The winger, made his set-piece count again, with a dipping cross into the box, which ended with Kee Siang smashing the ball into the roof of the net after a goalmouth scramble to make things level again. 2-2.
However, things were not to be, and just like the dark clouds in the sky, it suddenly became gloomy as the Outsiders surrendered yet another soft goal to their opponents. 2-3.
The opponents threatened again soon, with Aaron Lennon down the right looking lively. However, veteran left-back Clement Sar showed why fans called him the "munjen" Evra, as he made things difficult for the winger.
However, things looked up for the Outsiders soon, as with 10 minutes left in the game, legendary midfielder Kee Siang won a free-kick outside the box. He stepped up and blasted it towards goal, which was directed into the roof of the net after a deflection from a defender, who was caught in two minds after Faizy challenged with him for the ball. Brilliant goal!
Parity was restored, and the team could have pressed on more, if not for the referee who blew for the final whistle. Final Score 3-3.
In a post-match analysis, Shebby Shebster Singh, showed a rare voice of support for the Outsiders, a team he hasn't shown much respect recently, ever since the takeover by the club's new Owner. When asked what he thought of the match, he said this:
"It was, i think, in my sincere opinion, if not, one of the best, in my opinion, i think, an exciting match to watch for neutrals fans unlike me. It was, if not, a game, i think, a game of two great attacking sides, and i feel, if not, i honestly say, that it was a really enjoyable match."
"And lastly, i have to disagree to whoever thought that a team with 11 Kee Siangs in the starting eleven could win the Barclay's English Premier League. I, for one, honestly, truly, madly, deeply, do believe that a team with 11 Shebby Singhs would win it though. Because i am a great defender, midfielder, striker, and not to mention, something Kee Siang will never be, that is, a goalkeeper. I am the perfect player's player's player."
"I'm more versatile than John O'Shea. And i have represented the Malaysian Soccer Team in the 1980's, something even Maradona could not be said to have done."
~ On a sidenote, Mavericks FC have stretched their unbeaten run in the league to 5 games, and this coincided with the arrival of the new jersey. New Kit - Magic!~
- FT Score: Total Football FC 3 Mavericks 3
Scorers: Taufiq ('22), Kee Siang ('61), ('79),
Assists: Amir (2)
MOM: Kee Siang
Stadio Bedok Greenie - A truly exhilarating match to behold for the neutral observer. Mavericks FC came back thrice from behind to secure the share of the spoils in this not-so-stale-mate. Total Football were the league's only unbeaten team, and it was no surprise that the Outsiders came into the match as underdogs. To be truthful to the naysayers, the match could have gone either way, as both side had several gilt-edge chances, in this surprisingly open game.
Against the run of play, with the Outsiders dominant in the opening exchanges in the gloomy downpour of the afternoon, Total Football FC took the lead, from yet another corner, truly exploiting the weakness of the men in white. Things took for the worse, as their youthful energetic opponents increased their lead within 10 minutes, from the penalty spot, courtesy of Chris' late challenge FROM outside of the box. Well, when things don't go your way, lady luck loves to rub it in and shine her shiny arse on ya.
However, Mavericks slowly found their groove back, and within minutes, a left-footed corner-kick was floated in by Amir and striker Taufiq met it with a fine finish, sidefooting it home to reduce the deficit. Both players had earlier missed a great chance, with their follow-up shots denied in a great double-save from the keeper. Half-time: 1-2.
Second-half resumed, and both sides had their fair share of possession, however, with Alex in goal, the Mavericks defence stood resolute with new centre-back signing Alvin and Chuan Ji winning all the high balls. Kee Siang's dominance in the game started to show, and he was time and time again in the centre of the Outsiders' attack.
Torres-like Taufiq was holding well in attack after being deployed as the lone striker, with Khai missing. Jiun Wei's biting tackles shackled the Total Football midfield which was spearheaded by Eric Djemba-Djemba, and this was just the spur the team needed.
In the 78th minute, Amir went on a surging run before letting rip a shot which forced the keeper to push it wide for a corner. The winger, made his set-piece count again, with a dipping cross into the box, which ended with Kee Siang smashing the ball into the roof of the net after a goalmouth scramble to make things level again. 2-2.
However, things were not to be, and just like the dark clouds in the sky, it suddenly became gloomy as the Outsiders surrendered yet another soft goal to their opponents. 2-3.
The opponents threatened again soon, with Aaron Lennon down the right looking lively. However, veteran left-back Clement Sar showed why fans called him the "munjen" Evra, as he made things difficult for the winger.
However, things looked up for the Outsiders soon, as with 10 minutes left in the game, legendary midfielder Kee Siang won a free-kick outside the box. He stepped up and blasted it towards goal, which was directed into the roof of the net after a deflection from a defender, who was caught in two minds after Faizy challenged with him for the ball. Brilliant goal!
Parity was restored, and the team could have pressed on more, if not for the referee who blew for the final whistle. Final Score 3-3.
In a post-match analysis, Shebby Shebster Singh, showed a rare voice of support for the Outsiders, a team he hasn't shown much respect recently, ever since the takeover by the club's new Owner. When asked what he thought of the match, he said this:
"It was, i think, in my sincere opinion, if not, one of the best, in my opinion, i think, an exciting match to watch for neutrals fans unlike me. It was, if not, a game, i think, a game of two great attacking sides, and i feel, if not, i honestly say, that it was a really enjoyable match."
"And lastly, i have to disagree to whoever thought that a team with 11 Kee Siangs in the starting eleven could win the Barclay's English Premier League. I, for one, honestly, truly, madly, deeply, do believe that a team with 11 Shebby Singhs would win it though. Because i am a great defender, midfielder, striker, and not to mention, something Kee Siang will never be, that is, a goalkeeper. I am the perfect player's player's player."
"I'm more versatile than John O'Shea. And i have represented the Malaysian Soccer Team in the 1980's, something even Maradona could not be said to have done."
~ On a sidenote, Mavericks FC have stretched their unbeaten run in the league to 5 games, and this coincided with the arrival of the new jersey. New Kit - Magic!~
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