Fling F.C. 6 - 1 FireBrand F.C.

Fling F.C. review
Fling F.C. turns the corner with Sexy(6) victory.
by Doal.com

Prior to the match on Sunday, the question was on the mind of every Giallo, "Will this be the match where we will notch our first victory in the year 2010?" Spirits were not high in the dressing room for a team brimming with talent as individuals yet look so ordinary when playing together as a team. Over the past 8 months, many in the team seem to have got used to the feeling of losing. The fire in each Giallo's eyes was long gone and there were even rumors that the jersey would be burn if Fling F.C. were to lose again.

Alas this was not to happen. A change in tactical management see Captain Dovanson take a backseat this time round as Tay Guoen, former captain of Sphinx F.C. and Tan Taiwen take the reins and steer the Giallo to its first victory. Playing a conservative 4-5-1 formation, the idea was to soak up the opponents' attack and striking them on the counter. This was a tactic which had worked well for the Giallo in many games though the lack of tactical discipline ultimately cost them the match one too many times.

Firebrand F.C. was first off the blocks as the match kicked off, Firebrand F.C. piled on the pressure down the left flank with their Captain Scott Loh leading the charge. However, despite a few scares and last ditch tackles, Fling F.C. survive the onslaught unscathed. The tide changed when a defensive error allowed Weisiong to gain possession of the ball in the opponent's half, the keeper got a hand on the ball as Weisiong tries to place a shot. The goal bound deflection was given a boost as Eugene was first to the ball pushing it into the empty net. It was a little piece of good luck for the Giallo who did not look threatening since the opening.

With the score at 1-0, the Giallo begin to look more convincing with more confidence. Centre-Mid Chester, playing ad-hoc for the Giallo, lofted a beautifully weighted ball over the Firebrand F.C. last line of defence. Weisiong latches on to the through pass and with only the Keeper to beat, makes no mistake this time round as he places the ball into the bottom corner. 2-0 in a short span of 15 mins but the goals were far from over.

In the 30th minute, substituition Guoen came on and immediately produced a piece of magic when he gained possession of the ball on the outside of the penalty area. Without any consideration, he whipped the ball into the top far corner beyond the reach of the goalkeeper who could only stand rooted to the ground.

Guoen's Magic

Though 3-0 down, Firebrand F.C. was not giving down without a fight as they continued to attack down the left flank and over the centre. Their CM almost released the striker with a beautiful through ball which beat Yuanxin once. Not to be beaten twice, Yuanxin chased down the striker and managed to shield the ball from the opponent as Dovanson (playing the gk role because Jiajun was late) came out to collect the easy ball. Alas this moment turned into another goal opportunity as everyone seem to lose their concentration in that instance, waiting for the dropkick from the GK. Dovanson however wasted no time as he plunged the ball high across the field straight into the path of striker Weisiong waiting at the other end of the field. The opponent GK immediately rushed out but was too late as Weisiong beautifully headed the ball over the oncoming GK into the empty net, a piece of movement that was trained on the street soccer court wonderfully materialising on the pitch. The game was now 4-0 at halftime.

Street Soccer Magic

The second half of the game started with newly signed GK Jiajun making his debut for the team. Impressing on his debut as he was quick off his line to clear away any real danger. The second half started like the first with Firebrand F.C. still surging forward in search for their first goal. However, Fling F.C. was not done with Firebrand yet. Dovanson now playing RM got hold of the ball on the flank, dribbling pass his two markers and drifting into the opponents penalty box. As he played a pass towards Guoen, a lunging tackle from the back brought Guoen down and it was instantly a penalty. There was a moment where it wasn't clear who would take the penalty kick but it was Weisiong who ultimately step forward and calmly slot the ball into the back of the net. The Giallo first Hat-trick goes to FW Choo Weisiong.

At this point of time the game was certainly over, Firebrand had lost its will as they could only watch in horror when Guoen cheekily tonjo a shot into the goal again after a pass from Shawn during a corner making the score 6-0.

Guoen Again!!

The exceptional scoreline was only marred at the very last minute when a horrific defensive error see Firebrand F.C. striker ghost past the Giallo two CB and slam a shot beyond the reach of GK Jiajun. A consolation goal for the team 6-1 as the final whistle was blown immediately after the restart.

With renewed confidence in the team, everyone awaits with bated breath to see if the Giallo will finally fulfill its true potential.

Man Of the Match : Choo Weisiong

Having gotten his first hat-trick, Weisiong rises among the pack as he is now the leading goalscorer standing at 6goals. You can also be certain that this would not be his last hat-trick. The Giallo would definately stand to benefit from the FW's return to his scorching hot goal scoring form.