Eternal FC 2-2 Spirit
(Eternal FC won 4-2 penalty shooutout)
Goal: Adam(2) (Yes again and not a typo!)
Every game, for 3 consecutive weeks, we conceded a penalty. And In similar manner, we led in terms of score and had much of the ball posession in the first half but had to defend so intensively in the second half. The fact that we conceded 3 penalties in 3 games speaks great volumes of our approach under pressure, a great indication that we have to learn to improve the way we start the second half and not let complacency let our guards down.
On a lighter note, we won all 3 games. This victory against Spirit is equally gratifying as the previous two. Bravo to all Eternal FC players and supporters !
'In the first half, we were attacking them most of the time. Phillip and Mono provided great width and gave them a lot of problems in both flanks. They had beaten the defenders and created a few chances for themselves which were saved by the goalkeeper.
In the frontline, Adam was always a threat to them. Blessed with such a great pace and flair, our new hitman scored both goals after beating their highly reputable goalkeeper. Thus, the new nickname, Adambayor!
In the back, we had our share of problems but JP, Brian, Yoko and Frederick kept our defence tight.
In the second half, we were caught off guard and they scored their first goal which gave them a great boost. Both sets of supporters were trying to outroar the other. A few minute away from the conclusion of the game, Effandy conceded a rather impulsive mistake. They made no mistake from the spot kick and our 2-0 lead were cut to 2-2. We were forced to penalty shootout.
Spirit 1st taker missed. Rusdi hit top right hand corner.
Spirit 2nd taker missed. Phillip striked the ball hard and accurately into the net.
Spirit 3rd taker scored. Mono put the ball into the back of the net with an ease.
Spirit 4th taker score. Effandy reedemed his 'sin'.
All Eternal FC players and supporters screamed hysterically, exchanged hi-five and cuddled (not caring that we might be branded gay. No offense to gay people). '
Man of the match(Editor's pick) : Rusdi
In both halves, he was an individual that stand out among the rest.
Rusdi displayed his top-notch class with his superb creative playmaking. He was the chief architecture for both goals and most of our attacks. He stringed our passes together, distributed the ball accordingly, dictated and controled the game's tempo. What's lacking was goals which he was very close to score in couple of occassions. Rusdi's not only a great team-player, he had also demonstrated array of dazzling skills and tricky footwork to get past Spirit's defenders.
Next, we are facing Melbourne FC (league game).
Prepare youself (eg. Phillip had training on Tuesday) but if you cant afford to spare some time for training, the least you can do is: do your assignment now, eat well and rest well.
FA Cup Final (19 March) . Champions League Final (24th March). Meet up ?
