Match Report: Debutants Sinks Genki Noob

Heavy rain just 30 mins before the kick off nearly postponed the match, but luckily the rain resulted in a good weather as it stopped merely 10 mins before kick off. Genki Noob players were early at the field clad with their new black and white stripes jersey.

Bob "The Builder" has confirmed the re-signing of former skipper Samir Aie and he is set to start from the bench. Acap Brown were given the nod to start alongside FerdiNadeem and Faruk "AutoPilot" played at unfamiliar role at left back. Azim "Pelekat" have gained trust from the gaffer to start at right back after his impressive display last season. As expected, Mid Totti partnered Charles Essien and debutant Chunyang Masherano whereas Eskandar Macheda passed a late fitness test to be included in the starting eleven. Boynaldo was a surprise starter on the wing as he just arrived from oversea(Sabah) in less than 12 hours, could be jet lagged.

F&F as usual did not start the play well few minutes after ref whistled for kick off. F&F's defence seem unable to control and pass the ball well which former Kayu FC's winger, Syah Senoi tried to exploit. Mistakes by the defence gave Syah Senoi a chance to score but FerdiNadeem's last ditch sliding tackle made Syah Senois' life difficult.

That proved to be the best ever chance Genki Noob could ever get the whole match. Boynaldo nearly broke the dead lock when skipper, Zul Rossi's cross found Boynaldo at the far post but his shot was off target. After a few set pieces, F&F finally scored when Mid Totti's free kick found FerdiNadeem unmarked at the far post and got a free header to open his account for the new season.

F&F started the 2nd half by making changes few changes to the defensive and attacking lines. Zul "TakotLipas" and Shah "Boboy" were introduced to replace Faruk "AutoPilot" and Acap Brown whereas jet lagged Boynaldo and Eskandar Macheda gave way for Samir Aie and Affan Pedro. Samir Aie has been given a new role to play as target man upfront and Affan Pedro on the right wing.

F&F were given a free kick after Zul Rossi was manhandled from behind just outside the box. FerdiNadeem and Samir Aie both lined up to take the free kick and their un-rehearsed freekick manouver proved to be too confusing for the Noobs' keeper after Samir Aie unleashed a beautiful free kick passed the goalkeeper. F&F started to control the game after the 2nd goal. Charles Essien was then replaced by another debuntant Syafiq "Adik Noxs".

The gaffer made a tactical change by swapping Zul Rossi and Chunyang Mascherano's position. Chunyang Mascherano nearly scored when he was one on one situation with the goalie but Genki Noob's goalie made a clean tackle to prevent Chunyang from registering his 1st goal for F&F. Few minutes after that, F&F launched a counter attack which saw Affan Pedro and Samir Aie combining to create a wonderful opportunity for the 3rd goal and finishing off Genki Noob but Affan Pedro squandered the chance.

Shah "Boboy" played well on the left back to keep Syah Senoi quiet for the whole of 2nd half. F&F launched another counter attack when Samir Aie's killer ball found Chunyang Mascherano to score a wonderful curling goal and put the game beyond the Noobs' comprehension. It was a good result for F&F but overall there is a lot improvement to be made.

Match Preview: F&F Vs Genki Noob

Fire&Flames VS Genki Noob
MMU Field
KickOff 1730

With Crescent pulled out from the tournament because of incomplete squad, Group B is now left with only 4 teams. F&F set to play against Genki Noob today since Gakerata and SRM FC have played against each other yesterday.

Eskandar Macheda is still doubtful for the match as F&F's physio will make a last minute assessment over his ankle whereas Atoi "Pinky" is set to miss the game because of severely lacking of match fitness since he suffered from chicken pox. There is no indication from the gaffer regarding who will partner FerdiNadeem in the heart of defence.

Mid Totti is set to partner Charles Essien and debutant Chunyang Mascherano in the engine room. Former skipper, Samir Aie could make his debut today after his agent has approached the club over a potential transfer from MMU Cup Champion, Black Emperor. The negotiation still on going and if the agreements are finalised before the kick off, he could start from the bench.

Both teams will be looking for 3 points today after seeing unseeded SRM FC registered a 1-0 win over MMU Cup finalist,Gakerata yesterday.

F&F Drawn Into Group B

2nd seeded F&F were drawn into Group B alongside last season's MMU Cup finalist, Gakerata. Vice captain, FerdiNadeem who attended was happy with the draw. This will be a new challenge for F&F because the team never played against Gakerata, SRM FC, Crescent and Genki Noob in any competitive matches before.

F&F is scheduled to play on Thursday, 4th February against Crescent.

New Signings

After 2 years trying to lure Dettol FC's skipper, F&F is now proudly to announce that Adli "Bobot" is officially a F&F player. Skipper Zul Rossi and his entourage, Boynaldo and FerdiNadeem were the people responsible to convince Adli "Bobot" to sign for F&F on permanent basis even though there were rumors saying he is on loan for 1 season.


Fatah Van der Vaart is on rehab after had an operation to his knee as acted as a super agent after manage to sign former Wizurai's defensive midfielder, Chunyang Masherano on free transfer. Dettol FC tried to sign him but instead he chose F&F. He is the perfect replacement for Nadom Onuoha after FerdiNadeem unconvincing display last season.


Syafiq "Adik Noxs" is the final player to sign for F&F this season. He has been on F&F's radar since last season and impressed during his trial with the team. He is set to challenge Shah "Boboi" for the left back berth.

Pre-season Report

F&F kick-offed their pre-season friendly match against 2nd Division's Genki Noob. Bob "The Builder" was at the center of attention at the field as he forgot to call a referee for the match which resulted the not-so-friendly match between both teams which ended 1-1 scored by Affan.

F&F played against a newly formed team lead by former Dettol FC's maestro, Luqman. SRM FC impressed everyone by playing passing football against struggling F&F. SRM FC won the match 2-1, with FerdiNadeem's rare free kick got the team back on track but SRM FC managed to score the winning goal few minutes after the F&F's equalizer.

It was a goalless draw for F&F's final friendly match against Seryes FC. F&F will be looking to improve their finishing in open play game. Eskandar Macheda only managed to play in the 1st half against Seryes FC and still struggling with his niggling ankle.