Mavericks Survived Close Shave to Break Win-lose Curse
Mavericks 1 - 0 Chelsea
Wei Jie (Pen'76)
Assist: Torrence
MOM: Alex
Not much left to say except that although several Mavericks stars were missing for the match, at least the lucky stars didn't abandon the Outsiders.
Despite the defensive errors and unanswered calls for offsides, there was at least still the man to save the blushes from some schoolboy errors.
And that man was none other than Alex the custodian.
The Mavericks no.1's match display had been nothing but spectacular. The most notable moment include the first half save that saw the outstretched keeper just tipping a deceivingly looping header that seemed destined for the net. Another breath-taking incident saw Alex deny several one-on-one situations, in which he injured his ankle in the process due to a collision.
Guest players Torrence and Manfred played well and their inclusion added more depth and flair in the squad that has been plagued by numerous player absentees.
Late in the game, Mavericks were left exposed on the left flank on several occasions as rightback Chris looked slightly out of sorts for the day, having pressed too far forward.
The game ended after 90 minutes of hot sun, separated by a single strike by Wei Jie, after Torrence was brought down in the box.
The 25-year-old midfielder, however, was not totally pleased, even though it turned out to be the winning goal of the game. After the match, he was quoted as saying to reporters that the penalty cost him $50. Suspicions of match-fixing?
Wei Jie quickly quelled any potential match-fixing scandal stirrups by clarifying at the post-match conference that he had not taken the shot properly and it had cost him his beloved boots.
All in all, it was good fortune indeed for the Outsiders as the opponents definitely played well enough to deserve at least a draw with the chances that were denied by Alex.
How will the next fixture go at First Toa Payoh Secondary? With Chris almost definitely out due to personal reasons, Alex and Kee Siang doubtful with injury, Faizy, Amir and Khai not likely to start until the fasting season is over... the Outsiders may yet be subjected to another test of character next week. But Chuan Ji may be slated for a return after personal commitments had forced him out of previous matches. Stay tuned for more updates.
Wei Jie (Pen'76)
Assist: Torrence
MOM: Alex
Not much left to say except that although several Mavericks stars were missing for the match, at least the lucky stars didn't abandon the Outsiders.
Despite the defensive errors and unanswered calls for offsides, there was at least still the man to save the blushes from some schoolboy errors.
And that man was none other than Alex the custodian.
The Mavericks no.1's match display had been nothing but spectacular. The most notable moment include the first half save that saw the outstretched keeper just tipping a deceivingly looping header that seemed destined for the net. Another breath-taking incident saw Alex deny several one-on-one situations, in which he injured his ankle in the process due to a collision.
Guest players Torrence and Manfred played well and their inclusion added more depth and flair in the squad that has been plagued by numerous player absentees.
Late in the game, Mavericks were left exposed on the left flank on several occasions as rightback Chris looked slightly out of sorts for the day, having pressed too far forward.
The game ended after 90 minutes of hot sun, separated by a single strike by Wei Jie, after Torrence was brought down in the box.
The 25-year-old midfielder, however, was not totally pleased, even though it turned out to be the winning goal of the game. After the match, he was quoted as saying to reporters that the penalty cost him $50. Suspicions of match-fixing?
Wei Jie quickly quelled any potential match-fixing scandal stirrups by clarifying at the post-match conference that he had not taken the shot properly and it had cost him his beloved boots.
All in all, it was good fortune indeed for the Outsiders as the opponents definitely played well enough to deserve at least a draw with the chances that were denied by Alex.
How will the next fixture go at First Toa Payoh Secondary? With Chris almost definitely out due to personal reasons, Alex and Kee Siang doubtful with injury, Faizy, Amir and Khai not likely to start until the fasting season is over... the Outsiders may yet be subjected to another test of character next week. But Chuan Ji may be slated for a return after personal commitments had forced him out of previous matches. Stay tuned for more updates.
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