30 Aug 2009 @ Bowen Sec~ 1pm
KKZ 2 EastBoyz FC 2 (1-1)
In what was sure to be an exciting return clash between these two teams, one thing was definite. It was definitely going to be a much more friendlier outing this time. And sure it was, that despite the crunching tackles from both sides, that has become a feature of their matches, both sides kept their cool which reaffirmed the affiliation that both sides have.
Kamikaze had an unusually large squad, that saw new keeper Sasi make his debut in joining the growing list of keepers that Kamikaze has, but seems unable to hold on. And it was going to be a difficult day for him, as Eastboyz were in no mood to waste time. Shots were taken at regular intervals, and there was good passing movement from the opponents. But Kamikaze, throughout this league has learned a new skill to add to their arsenal, and this to absorb pressure and make the counter attacks count. And that was how they broke the deadlock, as Haravin will release Magic Safar early after breaking up a Eastboyz attack, and Safar will weave past 2 defenders before cooly sliding the ball into the net. KKZ up by a goal!
But if past matches were an indication, games between these 2 are anything but a smooth ride. A long hopeful shot, was mishandled by Sasi for a corner. The resulting corner, saw Francis jump high above everyone and head the ball spectacularly into the net. The score was levelled, and that was how they headed into half-time.
When the teams came back after half-time, it was a completely different scenario. The Eastboyz were all over KKZ, and Sasi atoned for his earlier mistake by making several close saves, to keep the match levelled. However, try as he might, even he was unable to stop the inevitable when Jraj was easily dispossessed by the Eastboyz' striker who made no mistake in chipping the keeper. KKZ now trailed by a goal.
However, that seemed to wake them up. There was more purpose in passing, and more attacks began to be made. However, Sasi still pulled a string of fine saves to keep KKZ in the match, and his efforts were rewarded when Safar released Haresh through the middle. There was still work to be done, as Haresh had a defender running behind him, and the Eastboyz' keeper closing him down, but KKZ's top striker made no mistake in curling a shot in from just outside the penalty box to draw KKZ level.
And that was how the match ended. A fair result for KKZ, but a disappointing one for Eastboyz, as they were clearly the better side on the day. Their defence, in particular Neshta, Francis and Thomas were virtual rocks who repelled anything KKZ threw at them, and made life hell for KKZ's forwards.
However, KKZ were still in pole position for reaching their objective of 3rd place in the league, and if results go their way in the next week, they would achieve it. By KKZ's standards 3rd is not wad we should be aiming for. But this is the first time, we have played as a real united team in a league, and the efforts are showing. By the time the next league comes, we will be an even better team. But we will always be a TEAM.
KAMIKAZE!!!
Squad List: Sasi, Achu, Jraj, SureshBoyee, Dinzo, Hariboy, Mohawk Vicky, El Fazail, Yasin, Haresh, Safar, Victor, Sriram, Yasin, Haravin, Vinnie
Goals: Safar, Haresh
MOM: Haresh
Special mention has to be given to Colonial Cousins Haravin and Vinnie. They had an excellent game and more is to be expected from this youngsters.
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