Temasek Hall 1 SUFI FC 1
(Ronald x1 pen)
YSOSRS went through what turned out to be a fatal run of 3 consecutive defeats last season. And now, 6 months on... SUFI FC seems to be falling into that same cycle of a lack of confidence.
For the guys who were there for the game today, as farked up as the referee was and as tenacious as our opponents were... SUFI FC did not turn up for the game. Where is that group of players who may not be the best footballers in the world, but are definitely the best team in my heart? 1 month ago, we fought as a unit against St Andrews FC at the MBFP and the result showed. 1 month later, we are going through a barren patch of 3 games without a win. And in those 3 games, we have showed a lack of fight.
Lionel Messi may undoubtedly be the best player in the world, but one of the reasons why he has the perfect platform to showcase his talents is that the barcelona players around him work as a fluid unit that allows him to sparkle. You just have to watch Messi when in barce colours and compare it with the man when in argentine colours. A world of difference. Take some time out to catch one of Barcelona's recent games, and watch just how much hard work they put into winning the ball back during the odd times that they lose it.
To be honest, communication is terribly lacking in our team. I am not going to treat us like 5 year olds and to forbid laughing or joking at any point of time during our 2 hour sessions. However, when the time comes to play footie, please have the awareness to turn on your concentration to focus on the game. The equation is simple, it sucks to not win. Discipline boys.
There is a need to start every game not only seriously but also fast as it is no joke giving ourselves a handicap by being sluggish. The personnel in the team remains the same, but our performances are taking a tumble. It is time that we wake up before we go through another alarming sequence of poor performances in the games that matter. The choice is yours boys.
MOTM: Mahdi was a one man machine at times and he ran his heart out. It is no coincidence that he won the penalty which Ronald tucked away. And bro, if u are reading this... Lets work together to get you to gel with the team. Ala Messi and Barcelona, we can only achieve maximum results when we all synchronize onto the same frequency. It may be early days yet, but the sooner we work as a team, the better for all concerned.
SUFI, we will meet earlier next SUNDAY at 215 pm before our FA Cup game. How serious you wana be for the game, it is up to you to decide. And one last thing. We have 5 soccer balls that belongs to the team. If you are holding one of those, I would love to see it at our game next week. Much appreciated boys. Seeya
When forming a wall before a direct free kick (normally the referee will blow before it is taken), the men at the wall please move together to the line indicated by the referee and the marker please raise your hand and look at the goalkeeper's hand signal or verbal direction for the adjustment.
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