Recent weather crisis observed in the BPL was nowhere to be seen in sunny SG as 407 finally got back on the field at Siglap Sec. BOY, did we took our time especially if you counted the last game to be 2 months back.
All didn't bore well, as several crucial players missed out due injuries. Make shift CB Zip started the game (putting his career on the line) as 407utd seek to continue a run of previous good results. Luckily Alex managed to sign Chin Yong on free transfer who debuts for us as CB, relieving Zip.
Although in a familiar formation, the lack of playing time and field size turned the tables against 407 utd. We started off the brighter team as we string up several good passes to push forward but always losing possession in the final third of the field. With Kheng Wee back in the lineup, we have manged to hold on the ball with wilson and fardil showing off what they are capable with the ball. Desmond had several chances but just lacking the muscle to see through them.
We were justly punished although in a hard to swallow manner, going down in a scrappy goal scramble. Daryl was bought on to add some penetration but he probably had too much kangaroo jerky and was obviously off-form. Furthermore the opponent, MS managed to elude our duo, Leong and Cx with their classic English style of pumping balls. There was only so much, in form CY and Kel can take before we went 2 under. Alex was a bit late but reverted our side to 4-4-2 and went in himself to stem the rot. Things did improve and Desmond managed to sneak in a goal following a scramble from Wil's free kick. However we weren't meant to record a famous comeback as we eventually lost 2-1.
But several Delights to Note:
1) Fengshan field training academy graduates, Alvin and Scott put in another tremendous performance each and shown their maturity in the game.
2) Exciting new signing Chin Yong looks good and Welcome back Melvin Kwok after a 5 years absence from soccer.
3) Robin excellent shot stopping but probably got to stop the hesitation in coming out.
4) Clearly lacking games, most players still put up a good show towards the end.
5) Wilson got his taste of *** *** in the game.
