It was a physical encounter for both teams but only one yellow card was brandished throughout the full 90 minutes. The match could be more exciting if both linesmen made the right decision for offside. Both teams had an equal share of possession and the ball was mostly played at centre of the pitch. Last season's MVP, Boy P was a surprise inclusion in the team to play his last match for F&F before flying back to his hometown in Sabah.
F&F were shaky at the start of the game which the defence could not get the ball to their midfields resulting a few throw-ins against them but 10 minutes into the game it was game on for both teams. F&F midfielders were blazing through Phlamze's tough defence and nearly drew the first blood when skipper, Aie crossed the ball to the far post on the left side of the pitch only for debutant veteran winger, Abby, to miss-timed his diving header.
The match saw anchor men from both teams performing well for the teams as they broke down most of the attacking play. As expected, Jon did his job as usual but Zul K, has been promoted to the defensive midfield position to protect the back four, was impressive as well where he was running all over the pitch to break down Phlamze's attacking play and even joined Aie and Boy P blazing against Phlamze's defence.
Ferdinadeem and Nabeelja Vidic combined well at the centre of defence with their hard tackling and physical play that none of the Phlamze's rookie strikers manage to get a single shot on goal.
In the second half, Riza came on for Abby, Zul Rossi now playing on the left wing with Nadom Onuoha playing on the right wing. It was merely a dull second half, as both teams looked tired eventhough F&F did get couple of shots on goal and won few corners but none of it resulting a goal. Phlamze nearly killed the game in the injury time when they won a corner. Jon got away from his marker to head the ball but Azim caught the ball safely into his arms. In the end, both teams get a hold on one point.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Match Preview: Flames and Phlamze set to blaze the pitch
Fire&Flames VS Phlamze
MMU Stadium Kickoff:1745
Today's match will see 2nd ranking Phlamze play against MMU Cup Champion, F&F at MMU Stadium for Group D opening match. Group D a.k.a "Group of Death", comprises of Cyber Heat, Dettol FC and new-comer Supa Strikaz, but due to the global recession that has affected many clubs around the continent, they pulled out from the tournament at the eleventh-hour.
Phlamze have been enjoying success for the past two seasons by winning the 2nd Division title and MMU Losers' Pool Final. Phlamze's main strengths are their defence and the influence of their tireless midfielder,Jon, an outcast from Phlamze's arch rival,Salsa FC. In an interview with Kosmo, Jon was quoted saying "The match today will be an exciting one because F&F has blazed through other teams with their star players last season to win the MMU Cup, but this season the team is without Boy P, Alwi, Saeed, Charles, Fatah, Fauzan and Esa. Their midfield is completely depleted now, but their defense is still the meanest of all. We will try to penetrate through the middle of the park as Saeed not there anymore to shield their back four which didn't concede any goal last season."
F&F has strengthen their midfield with the signing of veteran winger Abby a.k.a "Brader Lecturer", experienced midfielder Hamka "Scar Forehead" and skillful winger Wan Poi a.k.a "Body Tough Got Kepak". Skipper Aie also signed Nabeelja Vidic and Paan Dossena to back up the defence. Meanwhile, Eski Raul is expected to arrive next month just before the transfer window's deadline with a Bosman deal. F&F played 4 pre-season games to keep up the rhythm in the team.
"There are several changes made to make up the loss of midfielders and strikers. We have tried our new-look engine at the centre of the park against SDX FC last Sunday and depending on the fitness and injuries, I'm not worried." Aie speaking to John Dykes(ESPN) in a quick interview.
Abby "Brader Lecturer" has yet to play for the team but he will definitely play some part today either from the start or coming on from the bench.
Aie has put faith in Boynaldo to score goals by making him the lone striker this season. There were rumours saying Nadom Onuoha and Indonesian pride midfielder, Hamka will be the strike force for the match today. We will have to wait and see this evening on what formation and line up the skipper is tinkering for this match. Kayu FC legendary defender, Ben Beckenbauer will be watching the match from the VIP Box to watch some of his former Kayu FC team mates such as Ferdinadeem, Nabeelja Vidic, Zul Rossi, Azim Pelekat, Zul K and Boynaldo perform today.
MMU Stadium Kickoff:1745
Today's match will see 2nd ranking Phlamze play against MMU Cup Champion, F&F at MMU Stadium for Group D opening match. Group D a.k.a "Group of Death", comprises of Cyber Heat, Dettol FC and new-comer Supa Strikaz, but due to the global recession that has affected many clubs around the continent, they pulled out from the tournament at the eleventh-hour.
Phlamze have been enjoying success for the past two seasons by winning the 2nd Division title and MMU Losers' Pool Final. Phlamze's main strengths are their defence and the influence of their tireless midfielder,Jon, an outcast from Phlamze's arch rival,Salsa FC. In an interview with Kosmo, Jon was quoted saying "The match today will be an exciting one because F&F has blazed through other teams with their star players last season to win the MMU Cup, but this season the team is without Boy P, Alwi, Saeed, Charles, Fatah, Fauzan and Esa. Their midfield is completely depleted now, but their defense is still the meanest of all. We will try to penetrate through the middle of the park as Saeed not there anymore to shield their back four which didn't concede any goal last season."
F&F has strengthen their midfield with the signing of veteran winger Abby a.k.a "Brader Lecturer", experienced midfielder Hamka "Scar Forehead" and skillful winger Wan Poi a.k.a "Body Tough Got Kepak". Skipper Aie also signed Nabeelja Vidic and Paan Dossena to back up the defence. Meanwhile, Eski Raul is expected to arrive next month just before the transfer window's deadline with a Bosman deal. F&F played 4 pre-season games to keep up the rhythm in the team.
"There are several changes made to make up the loss of midfielders and strikers. We have tried our new-look engine at the centre of the park against SDX FC last Sunday and depending on the fitness and injuries, I'm not worried." Aie speaking to John Dykes(ESPN) in a quick interview.
Abby "Brader Lecturer" has yet to play for the team but he will definitely play some part today either from the start or coming on from the bench.
Aie has put faith in Boynaldo to score goals by making him the lone striker this season. There were rumours saying Nadom Onuoha and Indonesian pride midfielder, Hamka will be the strike force for the match today. We will have to wait and see this evening on what formation and line up the skipper is tinkering for this match. Kayu FC legendary defender, Ben Beckenbauer will be watching the match from the VIP Box to watch some of his former Kayu FC team mates such as Ferdinadeem, Nabeelja Vidic, Zul Rossi, Azim Pelekat, Zul K and Boynaldo perform today.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
F&F Must Beat Dettol FC By Two Goals - Hamka
The Indonesian midfielder admitted it will be icing on the cake to beat Dettol….
Hamka acknowledged this morning that even though they struggled to score in friendlies against Dettol and SDX FC, F&F is going all out to play against their main rival Dettol FC. Hamka was on loan with Dettol FC last season and admitted that it was a bitter memory to go on loan there.
F&F managed to persuade Hamka to join them on loan for a season long deal with the option to sign a permanent deal if his performance reflects his credibility in and out of the field.Hamka told Kosmo how his side will fight for the title, even though it looks like a tough task as they are drawn in a group of death.
"We have a very good team with a lot of quality. Our group are tough and we cannot do anything besides win our matches," he mused.
"We always have to think that we can win it because if we play to be second, it would not go well."
After the game with Phlamez tomorrow, F&F will be up against Dettol FC for their second match.
For Hamka, it will be a familiar encounter from his time with Staff, and one that he wants to win this time.
"Dettol are a mediocre team, but they have a good spirit and know how to win matches. It is important to score first against them and demoralized their spirit." said Hamka.
Lastly, he acknowledged that he would be very keen to sign Tompel from Staff because he likes 'players who are on the wings and creative'.
Hamka acknowledged this morning that even though they struggled to score in friendlies against Dettol and SDX FC, F&F is going all out to play against their main rival Dettol FC. Hamka was on loan with Dettol FC last season and admitted that it was a bitter memory to go on loan there.
F&F managed to persuade Hamka to join them on loan for a season long deal with the option to sign a permanent deal if his performance reflects his credibility in and out of the field.Hamka told Kosmo how his side will fight for the title, even though it looks like a tough task as they are drawn in a group of death.
"We have a very good team with a lot of quality. Our group are tough and we cannot do anything besides win our matches," he mused.
"We always have to think that we can win it because if we play to be second, it would not go well."
After the game with Phlamez tomorrow, F&F will be up against Dettol FC for their second match.
For Hamka, it will be a familiar encounter from his time with Staff, and one that he wants to win this time.
"Dettol are a mediocre team, but they have a good spirit and know how to win matches. It is important to score first against them and demoralized their spirit." said Hamka.
Lastly, he acknowledged that he would be very keen to sign Tompel from Staff because he likes 'players who are on the wings and creative'.
F&F Officials Talking To Ameer Tevez To Conclude Adli’s Deal - Report
The F&F have had enough of beating around the bushes and they mean business...
F&F will send director Fatahuddin on Thursday and his mission will be to close a deal for high-flying goalkeeper, Adli.
Fatah and two of the club's lawyers will meet Ameer after tomorrow's clash against Phlamez in order to convince Ameer to part company with Adli the Flying Italian.
The Sun claims vice-president Nabila has instructed her men to pack their brief cases and bring him back some good news on Friday. According to reports, the F&F's entourage will sit down and hold crucial talks with Dettol side and they will try to swing the deal in their favour.
So far any attempt from F&F has been swatted away by Dettol’s officials, who are playing hardball. Dettol are not satisfied with the offers they are hearing so far and they are holding out for more money.
Adli has always stated his desire to play with F&F despite Dettol’s player manager Ameer still hopeful of his service.
Adli's departure is also flamed by the recent bust-up during one of Dettols' friendly game.
The F&F are still confident of reaching an agreement with Dettol side in order to avoid further complications before the March 9 deadline.
Meanwhile, Adli may not feature for his side next week against F&F in order to protest against Ameer’s decision not to release the player. Adli have been training with us secretly for the past two weeks and concluded his last training for the coming fixture yesterday. It's not a secret anymore is it?.
F&F will send director Fatahuddin on Thursday and his mission will be to close a deal for high-flying goalkeeper, Adli.
Fatah and two of the club's lawyers will meet Ameer after tomorrow's clash against Phlamez in order to convince Ameer to part company with Adli the Flying Italian.
The Sun claims vice-president Nabila has instructed her men to pack their brief cases and bring him back some good news on Friday. According to reports, the F&F's entourage will sit down and hold crucial talks with Dettol side and they will try to swing the deal in their favour.
So far any attempt from F&F has been swatted away by Dettol’s officials, who are playing hardball. Dettol are not satisfied with the offers they are hearing so far and they are holding out for more money.
Adli has always stated his desire to play with F&F despite Dettol’s player manager Ameer still hopeful of his service.
Adli's departure is also flamed by the recent bust-up during one of Dettols' friendly game.
The F&F are still confident of reaching an agreement with Dettol side in order to avoid further complications before the March 9 deadline.
Meanwhile, Adli may not feature for his side next week against F&F in order to protest against Ameer’s decision not to release the player. Adli have been training with us secretly for the past two weeks and concluded his last training for the coming fixture yesterday. It's not a secret anymore is it?.
F&F team finally completed
After long search and recruiting for new players, F&F have finalised their 15 player for the new season with new talents being absorbed into the team. Season campaigners like Alwi, Saeed, Fauzan, Fatah and Charles have left the team to seek new challenges with other teams.
The players are as follows:
Defender
2.Syed Nazeen Hussin Shah
3.Syed Nadeem Hussin Shah
4.Mohd Riza Mohd Hassan
5.Fahrul Ibrahim
6.Nabeel Ghazi
7.Paan Ismail
Midfielder
8.Shareezwan B Razali
9.Nazrie Aripin
10.Zulfadly Zulkipli
11.Hamka Ruddin
12.Zulfitri Supandi
13.Abby Ashraff
Striker
14.Azry Mohd Yaacob
15.*Surprise
The players are as follows:
Goalkeeper
1.Abduladzim Zaharudin
1.Abduladzim Zaharudin
Defender
2.Syed Nazeen Hussin Shah
3.Syed Nadeem Hussin Shah
4.Mohd Riza Mohd Hassan
5.Fahrul Ibrahim
6.Nabeel Ghazi
7.Paan Ismail
Midfielder
8.Shareezwan B Razali
9.Nazrie Aripin
10.Zulfadly Zulkipli
11.Hamka Ruddin
12.Zulfitri Supandi
13.Abby Ashraff
Striker
14.Azry Mohd Yaacob
15.*Surprise
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