Liga 2015 Matchday 2: Defensive Leak prevents the victory

PINTU FC ended the League in a disappointing fashion as they succumbed to a 5-6 defeat against MAPIA. Offensively, they did well in the second half of the League, scoring 13 goals in three games, but leaky defence let them down as they were only able to get the victory once.

Match 4: PINTU FC vs ERC 7-1

(PINTU FC Goalscorer: Billy Sebastian, Reinardus Channing 2x, Agustinus Benyamin 3x, Alfons Lianto)

PINTU FC was determined to take the three points from this game and they took the the initiative to dominate the game against offensive ERC.

PINTU FCgot their first chance as Christiandy hit the crossbar, before Channing had his one-on-one chance denied by the keeper. Not long after, Billy Sebastian opened the scoreline through a wicked shot, leaving the keeper stunned with the deflection, 1-0. Reinardus Channing made it 2-0 from a quick counter, beating keeper via a composed finish. Before the half time, Agustinus Benyamin made it three as he smashed the ball past the keeper, 3-0. 

Alvin Jonathan battled in the midfield

On the second half, PINTU FC shuffled their players but still were able to add another goal as Agustinus Benyamin dribbled the keeper before beating the defender on the line to make it 4-0.

Benyamin dribbled past the keeper before scoring the goal.

Agustinus Benyamin was the man on-form in this match as he scored his third goal of the match, capitalizing Mario Sandi's cross to make it 5-0. ERC pulled one back through a venomous strike to the top corner of Asa's goal, 5-1. After the goal, ERC almost get another goal, but Asa's decisiveness to come out denied the chance.

On the other end of the game, Christiandy had a chance in the prime area but blocked by defender despite the keeper being beaten. Alfons Lianto fired a low free-kick that beat the wall and the keeper, 6-1. Reinardus Channing completed the match as he capitalized the confusion between the keeper and the defender to make it, 7-1. Channing smashed it to the roof of the empty net.

Channing smashed it to the roof of the empty net

It was a ruthless performance from PINTU FC, who made no mistake to grab the maximum points in this match.

Match 5: PINTU FC vs Kaplan 1-4

(PINTU FC Goalscorer: Agustinus Benyamin)

PINTU FC faced an uphill task against strong team Kaplan. PINTU FC was forced to play with less possession, but they were able to prevent Kaplan from getting the grip of the game. Asa was forced to make a save, before another chance for Kaplan only stopped by the crossbar. PINTU FC also had a good chance from Christiandy Franciscus, whose effort saved by the keeper.

PINTU FC looked disciplined for most of the game. However, just before the break, Kaplan break the dead lock through a nicely set-up indirect free-kick. The ball was struck to the top corner of the goal, leaving Asa no chance to save it, 0-1.

Asa played very well in this game despite the goals he conceded

After the break, Kaplan was able to snatch two double-fire from a swift counter, 0-3. PINTU FC, being behind three goals, started to had more chances, but Kaplan had the momentum on their side. Alfons' long shot saved by the keeper and Yonathan Eldrian's effort to bottom corner was brilliantly parried away.

Yona tried to dribble past the defender

Agustinus Benyamin grabbed one back, turning a defender before unleashed a vicious strike to beat the keeper, 1-3. Kaplan were able to restore their lead to three as PINTU FC lost possession in midfield, and capitalized by Kaplan to make it 4-1. Asa made another brilliant save as he diverted the ball through his leg on the dying minutes of the game. It was a tough game for PINTU FC. They did really well on the first half but collapsed after the break.

Match 6: PINTU FC vs MAPIA 5-6

(PINTU FC Goalscorer: Alfons Lianto, Irvan Indra, Billy Sebastian, Reinardus Channing,  Christiandy Franciscus)

PINTU FC approached the final game of the league knowing that the third place race is still wide open, but they were left disappointed after their shambolic defending undone their offensive work, despite possession dominance in second half.

PINTU FC's offensive corner.

PINTU FC started brightly as Yonathan Eldrian buzzed the defence and sent the ball wide of the post. Alfons Lianto scored yet another goal from the second line, assisted by Yonathan Eldrian, 1-0. Agustinus Benyamin could have doubled the lead but his shot bounced back the post. That miss proved costly as Delvin from MAPIA equalized, 1-1 before a lapse of concentration made PINTU FC let another goal, 1-2. 

Shocked by the goal, PINTU FC increased their intensity to chase the goal. Irvan Indra level the score from an effort from middle of the park, 2-2. However, MAPIA get their lead back as Jose made a fatal blunder to let a tame shot past him, 2-3. Billy Sebastian almost equalized before the break had his shot not hit the crossbar.

  

Irvan Indra tried to breakthrough from the back

Second half was dominated by PINTU FC, and they finally equalized early on. Irvan Indra passed an incisive ball to Billy Sebastian who cut inside after doing one-two with Alvin Jonathan, 3-3. After the goal, PINTU FC forced MAPIA to defend deep on their area.

MAPIA lead once more through a blitz counter ended to a shot to the bottom left side of the goal, 3-4. Reinardus Channing made it 4-4 through a brilliant individual effort ended by a vicious strike to the bottom of the goal, 4-4. 

Channing tried to dribble past MAPIA player

 

Chasing goal one after another becoming common nearing the end of the game as MAPIA got the lead back, yet from another counter. Irvan Indra was left alone in defence and could not prevent a 2v1 situation. MAPIA's no 32 beat Asa to the far post to make it 4-5. PINTU FC once again equalized from Christiandy Franciscus who connect with the corner kick to make it 5-5. 

Christiandy tried to reach the cross

When PINTU FC tried to find the winner on the final minutes of the game, they were hit on the break once more. Irvan was faced with another situation and were fouled, leaving Asa facing the striker on one-on-one situation. Similar situation with the previous goal conceded, Asa was beaten on the far post, 5-6. The goal happened just before the referee blew the final whistle and PINTU FC had to accept this defeat.

Another defeat from a last minute goal due to slack defending. It was a tough result to swollen, but it is a experience to learn from. 

Liga 2015 Matchday 1: Encouraging Display despite Setback Result

Match 1: PINTU FC vs INSIM A 1-4

(PINTU FC Goalscorer: Irvan Indra)

PINTU FC conceded defeat against a strong team InSIM A in spite of . The scoreline might suggest that the team was completely dominated but it was a tightly contested game, especially in the second half, where PINTU FC had equalized and had the momentum on their side.

Pre-match photos from both teams.

Both teams started cautiously, but PINTU FC conceded 0-1 after one of InSIM player cut inside to beat Jose. Channing had decent opportunity to equalize but his shot was blocked. Jose made a spectacular save to keep the scoreline, before Irvan made a swift interception to deny Adrian of InSIM to score to the empty net. Half Time ended with InSIM holding a single goal lead.

Alvin battled with Adrian during a corner kick

After the break, Jose pulled a wonderful piece of goalkeeping with his double one-on-one save. Christiandy hit the post following a cross from Channing before the ball scrambled and saved by the keeper. PINTU FC pulled level when Irvan Indra's long range effort past everybody including the keeper, 1-1. PINTU FC got a chance to put the lead but Christiandy once again hit the crossbar. When the wind seemed on PINTU FC way, InSIM had their time-out and it proved decisive as they had a lead after the time-out. Irvan Indra gave too much room to shot for an InSIM player who put the ball to the top corner of the goal. 

Irvan Indra tried to clear the ball

That goal changed the direction of the game and InSIM comfortably hanging into the game. They had another goal through a counter-attack ended by a shot to far corner. PINTU FC could have grabbed one back had Alfons had the bar not denied him. Another blitz attack from InSIM ended to their fourth goal and buried PINTU FC chance to get back to the game. 

Match 2: PINTU FC vs RAPPI 8-0

(PINTU FC Goalscorer: Irvan Indra 3x, Reinardus Channing 3x, Alfons, Agustinus Benyamin)

Stung after the defeat on the match before, PINTU FC attacked Rappi from the first whistle. Their game plan implemented successfully as Irvan Indra brought his side to a 1-0 lead after converting a penalty on early first half. He coolly slotted the ball past the opposition keeper.

Irvan stepped up to take the penalty

Irvan Indra added the second, capitalizing a confusion between Rappi keeper and their defender from a corner kick, 2-0. Billy Sebastian nearly added the third but saw his shot saved by keeper before Alfons put the ball wide off the target. Just before the half time, Reinardus Channing capped off PINTU FC's great team play with a goal, finishing Mario Sandi' incisive cross to him, 3-0.

Pentium in Action

On the second half, PINTU FC continued their dominance and added the fourth goal through Alfons' accurate ball-placing to make it 4-0. Channing scored his second of the match, intercepting the keeper's poor pass to slam the ball to the empty net, 5-0. Reinardus Channing completed his hattrick after Christiandy Franciscus laid off a ball after dazed through the defence, 6-0.

Channing beat the keeper with his fierce strike

He was not the only one who score hattrick though. Irvan Indra burst forward from the back to smash the ball to make it 7-0. Agustinus Benyamin rounded off the night with a goal to seal the game, 8-0. PINTU FC registered their first win in the tournament.

Match 3: PINTU FC vs InSIM B 3-4

(PINTU FC Goalscorer: Billy Sebastian, Alvin Jonathan 2x)

The match was thrilling for the spectator but heartbreaking moment for PINTU FC as InSIM B came from behind and scored the winning only in the dying minutes despite having more chances. Tried to pick off from where they left off, PINTU FC took the initiative to . They had their chances, but InSIM stole a goal from a counter. A long ball launched to PINTU FC defence, but Pentium missed the interception, giving an easy chance to InSIM player who made no mistake to send the ball past Jose, 0-1. They soon doubled their lead through an instinctive shot to the far post, 0-2.

Christiandy tried to dribbled past the opposition

Billy Sebastian pulled one back as he dazzled on the left side before releasing a wicked shot, 1-2. PINTU FC equalized through Alvin Jonathan before the break as he instinctively slotted the ball following Mario Sandi's shot which seemed wide off the target, 2-2.

Coach Alvin gave instruction to his guys.

Alvin Jonathan had his brace on this game as he intercepted the ball on the defence and sent it past keeper's leg. PINTU FC had another chance from Yona, but InSIM B keeper pulled a wonderful save to deny him. Despite PINTU FC had more possession, they were conceded from an attack on the left side ended with a predatory finish to the bottom corner of Jose's goal, 3-3. 

PINTU FC defending the goal.

After the equalizer, PINTU FC pushed more aggresively but neglected their defence. InSIM almost scored another as all the players were on the opposition half, but the ball was off target. Ultimately, PINTU FC conceded from their own mistake. Mario Sandi lost possession in the halfway before Jose was beaten to the bottom corner, 3-4. The strategy to throw bodies to the box did not work well as InSIM were able to hang into a slender lead until the final whistle.

Olymppic 2015 Review

PINTU FC bowed out of the tournament despite showing a very encouraging performance in the Group Stage. Four points from 1 win and 1 draw from 3 games was not enough to claim a place in semifinal as MAPIA had one point more from PINTU FC.

PINTU FC vs MAPIA 3-3

PINTU FC came back from three goals down to grab a 3-3 draw against MAPIA, which repeats the scoreline of the previous meeting against MAPIA in the Liga PPIS 2014. PINTU FC started the game well, dominating possession and creating chances. Yonathan and Channing were pretty close to opens the score. Channing attempted an overhead kick from Irvan's cross, but his attempt was not accurate. On the other end Jose was required to make an important touch on a through ball. However, they conceded the opener as one of MAPIA's striker sneak past David and Pentium through a counter attack from PINTU FC's corner, 0-1. They conceded another goal as they failed to mark MAPIA's no 7 who unleashed a venomous strike to Jose's goal, 0-2. Christiandy could have grabbed one back as he got into 1v1 chance against the opposition keeper but the shot stopper was on upper hand this time. The first half ended with PINTU FC conceded twice without scoring any.

On the second half, MAPIA scored yet another goal as the same person who scored the second goal grabbed another goal, 0-3. MAPIA defended very deep to defend their lead, but Christiandy Franciscus was able to move to the right side of the goal before slammed the ball over keepers body to make it 1-3. He scored another one from corner as the keeper failed to properly claim the ball. The ball bounced to the post and Christiandy Franciscus came first to rebound the ball 2-3. After another few chances, PINTU FC finally equalized after Reinardus Channing received Jose's excellent throw, before putting it past the keeper, 3-3. On the dying minutes, Alvin Jonathan got a chance to win the game from the freekick after the opposition keeper hold the ball for too long, but his shot was denied by the defender. 3-3 is the final scoreline, but this failure to get more goals would proved costly in the future.

PINTU FC vs INSIM A 1-2

It was another catch-up game for the team but PINTU FC failed to equalize in the dying minutes despite the momentum against one of the contenders INSIM A. PINTU FC received few attacks on the first half. Jose Giovanni made a fine save from a shot in the area. However, they conceded shortly after as Adrian made a smart move to finish from a corner, 0-1 PINTU FC conceded another goal in few minutes after, as David Sinjaya was nutmegged by INSIM player before Jose was beaten on the tight angle, 0-2. Half time was ended with PINTU FC trailing two goals, though generally they defended well against INSIM's attack. Jose Giovanni has been particularly well to make few brave saves on the first half.

Second half was different, though, as PINTU FC pressed very high to force INSIM defend in their area and could not develop their game. PINTU FC coach, Alvin Kennardi deployed surprise tactical gamble which almost paid off. Alvin Tandias, played as striker, reduced the deficit to one goal after he did turn INSIM's last man to beat the keeper. PINTU FC kept pushing forward and throwing bodies to the prime area nearing the end of the game, leaving Irvan Indra as the last man, though he did his job pretty well. He nearly sent off at the death as he pushed INSIM's Adrian, but the referee was lenient, as the crowd shouting Irvan as a "good boy who went church". Until the final whistle, despite few chances, PINTU FC was unable to claim the equalizer. It was one of the game where INSIM were pushed back and could not play as they like.

PINTU FC vs KUNCI 4-1

It was a need-win game for both teams if they wanted to qualify, if MAPIA lost against INSIM. PINTU FC dominated the game from the beginning, and got the front foot of the game as they scored goal within few minutes of the opening, as Reinardus Channing scored the goal from Irvan's assist, 1-0. He smashed the ball on the far post following a nice team play by PINTU FC. Few minutes later, Alvin Jonathan calmly put the ball past the keeper, receiving Christiandy's tidy pass, 2-0. Yonathan Eldrian could have added the third but his shot was wide off the target when he had one on one chance. PINTU FC Keeper Eugene Sebastian got hit in the head during the scramble as he received treatment and substituted, but he was okay and could continue the game after the break. 

On the second half, KUNCI tried to get something out of the game and they tried to dominate the game. However, it was PINTU FC who had real chance on the second half. Alvin Jonathan stole the ball down the left and sent the ball to Chaning, but as he pulled the trigger, his shot was well blocked by the defender. KUMIS finally clawed one back after Eugene failed to stop a shot through the middle, 2-1. Arief lost the possession in his own area before one of KUNCI player released a wicked shot to beat the keeper. However, Irvan Indra quickly restored the two goals lead through a powerful freekick deflected by the wall to the goal. 3-1 Reinardus Channing locked the game as he put the ball to the net after  a nice team play, assisted by Alvin Tandias, 4-1. As the referee blow the whistle, PINTU FC won the match, but not the qualification to the next round. This match also was the final match for all the four year students in the squad: Eugene Sebastian, Alvin Tandias, and David Sinjaya. 

PINTU FC to take part in Olymppic 2015

PINTU FC is delighed to announce its participation in Olymppic 2015 on 21 and 29 March 2015. This year PINTU is drawn in group C with MAPIA, INSIM A, and KUNCI.
The group stage would be done on Saturday, 21 March 2015, and the schedule is as follow:
12.00 PINTU FC vs MAPIA 
15.00 PINTU FC vs INSIM A
17.00 PINTU FC vs KUNCI

The matches would take place in Premier Pitch Khalsa, where last year Olymppic and this year League was held. Do come down and supprot PINTU FC! See you there! 

Liga PPIS Day 2 Review

It was a tough day for PINTU FC as they faced PINUS, INSIM, and MAPIA on Premier Pitch Khalsa on the second gameweek, but PINTU FC managed to grab four points from today's game from a win against PINUS and a draw against MAPIA. This result brought PINTU FC to third place in the final standing of Liga PPIS 2014 with 10 points from total 6 games played, a steady improvement from last year's result

PINTU FC vs PINUS 2-1 (HT 1-0)

PINTU FC recorded a hard fought win against PINUS in a fairly interesting game. The first half was a quite even game as both teams played with an offensive desire. Andhita almost opened the score when his placing shot to bottom corner denied by Deiver, PINUS Keeper. It was PINTU to break the deadlock when Andhita took a smart kick in to send the ball to Billy Sebastian, who made no mistake to beat the keeper, 1-0. No more goals were scored in the first half though both teams exchanging attacks for the final few minutes.

Second half just started few minutes and PINUS equalized though a unfortunate deflection by Mario Sandi, 1-1. Shocked by this goal, PINTU FC increased the intensity of the game and almost made an instant reply as Christiandy faced a 1v1 situation but denied by the keeper. Irvan Indra finally brought PINTU FC to a win when he sneaked past the defender to receive an excellent corner, 2-1. PINUS pushed for equalizer in the dying minutes of the game but failed to threaten Jose's goal and PINTU FC got away with a win.

PINTU FC vs INSIM 1-4 (HT 0-2)

It was a harsh scoreline despite encouraging display shown by PINTU FC against the defending champions, as they conceded four goals to one in the 5th game of the League. PINTU FC actually got a bright start as Reinardus Channing released Yonathan Eldrian who released a wicked shot only to be denied by the post on the first minute. However, PINTU FC conceded from Adrian midway through first half as he sent the ball to bottom corner, 0-1. They conceded another goal after a scramble on the defence area was fully capitalized by the opposition, 0-2

On the second half, Reinardus Channing pulled one back as he smashed the ball to the goal to make it 1-2. After that goal, PINTU FC got the momentum to find the goal and threaten INSIM few times before the time out. Despite pushing for equalizer, it was INSIM who scored the next goal as Kevin E unleashed a thunderous drive past Eugene from a freekick, 1-3. INSIM put the game over as Adrian scored another goal from smart finish, 1-4. A tough defeat to swallow for PINTU FC, but in this match, the winner is the one who was more clinical in front of goal. 

PINTU FC vs MAPIA 3-3 (HT 2-0)

PINTU FC locked the 3rd place as they are held 3-3 by MAPIA in a highly entertaining match. The match was started with a high tempo and PINTU FC nearly conceded had Alvin not made a superb last ditch tackle to deny a two-against-one situation. PINTU FC tried to take control of the game and they got the first goal through Billy Sebastian, who dashed to the left side and put a simple finish past the keeper to make it 1-0. Andhita Dananjaya doubled the lead through a similar situation of the first goal just before the break to make it 2-0.

After the break, PINTU FC was shocked by two successive goals in the midway of the second half. Jose was beaten from a rocket shot to the roof of the goal for the first goal, before he was unable to handled the ball well from a indirect freekick and deflected the ball to his own net. The scoreline went level to 2-2 and the game got more intense. PINTU FC retook the lead through Reinardus Channing who got a nice through pass and beat the keeper by a smart finish to the bottom corner, 3-2. However, in the latter stages of the game, PINTU FC conceded a penalty after a team foul. Eugene, who came in after MAPIA's equalizer, was not able to keep the penalty out and the match ended in 3-3 draw.

Liga PPIS 2014 Review: Day 1

PINTU FC was able to pick up two victories out of three games in the first day of the Liga PPIS 2014 in Khalsa Premier Pitch. They beat ERC and KUMIS in the first two matches but subsequently unable to continue their form against Pelikan, thus collecting 6 points from 9 points available, equal points with ERC whom PINTU FC beat in the first match. INSIM has the same points but they just played two games, while Pelikan leading the table on the first day, collecting 7 points from 3 games.

PINTU FC vs ERC 8-6 (HT 2-3)

Goal galore was present in the first match of the league in a very bright day when the match as PINTU FC came from behind to beat ERC 8-6.

PINTU FC started nervously as they conceded once from a shot from the right side of their defence. 0-1. Christiandy Franciscus equalized with a smart finish in front of the goal to make it 1-1, before JRC restored their lead through a venomous shot through the middle, 1-2. Things didn't seem right for PINTU FC as Irvan Indra was dispossessed near his area and gave ERC a free chance and they doubled their lead, 1-3. However, Alvin Tandias reduced the deficit to a goal after he unleashed a wicked shot from the prime area outside the box, 2-3. Just before the break, Mario Sandi had a great chance to equalized but he was unable to lob the ball just one meter in front of the keeper. The first half ended with PINTU FC trailing.

Second half is when the real entertainment served for the fans. The game just started few minutes when Billy Sebastian equalized from a brilliant corner handled poorly by the opposition keeper before Andhita Dananjaya finished a silky team play with Alvin Tandias and Christiandy, 4-3. This lead brought PINTU FC's confidence to control the game and created few chances. Alvin Tandias doubled the lead as he unleashed yet another vicious strike to beat the keeper, 5-3.

After that goal, the teams exchanged goals until the end of the game. ERC grabbed one goal back through counter, but Irvan Indra restored the two goals lead by a composed finish from the corner to make it 6-4. ERC once again pulled one back but Irvan Indra hammered a marvellous goal from the right flank to make it 7-5. ERC once more reduced the deficit to one goal after one of their players turned Irvan to beat Jose Giovanni. However, before they could equalize, Reinardus Channing delivered the final blow as he scored from the kick-off to seal the game 8-6.

The first game is always difficult, but PINTU FC was able to overcome that nerve and grabbed a precious three points through a very entertaining - but thrilling - game.

PINTU FC vs KUMIS 3-1 (HT 1-0)
The second match has less goal than the first match but that does not mean the game was not as intense as the previous game, as PINTU FC won 3-1 through a solid display against KUMIS.

The game started quite evenly but Andhita Dananjaya unleashed a fine shot to beat KUMIS' keeper to make PINTU FC lead 1-0. PINTU FC continued to press on KUMIS' defence but failed to add any goal. Irvan nearly doubled the lead but his shot is just few inches over the bar while Billy Sebastian saw the keeper pulled a brilliant stop to deny him. KUMIS had one chance to equalized but Jose Giovanni produced a fine save to deny long range shot. First half ended with 1-0.

Second half is just started when PINTU FC needed Jose to made a smart save to deny a close range finish from KUMIS. Just moment after, Andhita Dananjaya showed his predatory finish by scoring his second of the game to make it 2-0. KUMIS pulled back 2-1 through a nice finish to beat Jose. Just when KUMIS tried to throw bodies to equalized, debutant Alvin Jonathan pulled the trigger to make it safe for PINTU FC, 3-1 after made a vital interception in KUMIS' area and applied a calm finish past the keeper.

The game ended with 3 points for PINTU FC via 3 goals scored in the game.

PINTU FC vs Pelikan 1-6 (HT 0-2)

It was a mauling, one-sided scoreline but it did not reflect the game as both teams attacking each other, but Pelikan were much more ruthless in front of goal, taking their chances and scored the goal.

The first half was a tight game as both teams stayed in shape to prevent goal, but it was a lapse of concentration for PINTU FC who costed them the first goal as Tandias looked blank and lost the marking, 0-1. Pelikan doubled their lead after Irvan were feinted and Jose beaten despite had a slight touch on the ball. The first half ended with two Pelikan's goal and no PINTU FC's goal.

The second half was a different story - a more open match - as PINTU FC deployed a full press tactic to dominate the ball possession and shootings, but they failed to score. They even conceded three times as Pelikan smartly counter-attacked them. Reinardus Channing grabbed one back to make it 1-5 following a chaotic scramble in the box, but Pelikan quickly scored the sixth goal, 1-6

Credit to Pelikan who played really well as a unit and taking chances when it matters, but it would serve as invaluable experience for PINTU FC for them to move forward.

PINTU FC Joins Liga PPIS 2014

PINTU FC is delighted to announce that we are taking part in the Liga PPIS 2014, which is now officially named as United PPI League by MAPIA. The match is held in Premier Pitch Khalsa in Balestier Road on 26 October and 3 October. PINTU FC will compete with 6 other teams in a League System. The fixture is follows as below:

26 October 
9.00  PINTU FC vs ERC
11.00 PINTU FC vs KUMIS
14.00 PINTU FC vs PELIKAN

2 November
9.00  PINTU FC vs PINUS
11.00 PINTU FC vs INSIM
14.00 PINTU FC vs MAPIA

Do come down and support us! See you there!

PINTU FC takes part in the Hari Olahraga Amal 2014

PINTU FC is delighted to announce that we are taking part in Hari Olahraga Amal 2014, organized by PINUS. This year we are sending four teams including the alumni.  The tournament is held on Saturday, 20 September 2014, from 1 pm to 6 pm. The arena is located at Premier Pitch Turf City, in Turf Club Road. Please come down and support our team! See you there.

Olymppic 2014 Quarter Final exit

PINTU FC vs MDIS 2-3 (HT 1-0)
1-0 Alvin Kennardi
1-1
2-1 Andhita Dananjaya
2-2
2-3

PINTU FC was knocked out in the Olymppic Quarter Final by MDIS in an evenly-interesting match in the cloudy afternoon. The pitch was still wet after the big rain earlier on but that does not reduce the excitement of the game. There is always an interesting match in the knockout round here.

PINTU FC started the match brightly as Alvin Kennardi knocked the cross from the Andhita Dananjaya to beat MDIS keeper, 1-0. There were several chances created again in the first half but neither team was able to capitalize the chance. MDIS came three times scoring with their number 17 playing lively. Eugene denied him twice with his shoulder and left hand respectively, while the crossbar denied him once. PITNU FC, on the other end had one chance from Andhita but his shot was wide.

On the second half, MDIS pressed hard to pull the  scoreline back, and after hitting the crossbar one more time, they finally equalized from a nice finish from inside the area. That goal boosted MDIS' confidence and they finally took the control of the game, forcing PINTU FC to sat deep and playing long ball sporadically. However, it was PINTU FC who was able to score another goal. Andhita Dananjaya smashed the ball to the net without the keeper being able to deny him.

After that goal, PINTU FC created handful of chances from nice one two passes, but MDIS defended well to keep away from another goal. Christiandy Franciscus played a nice one twos with Billy, but their passes was cut short by MDIS defender. Alvin Kennardi might have scored another one should his shot didn't fly over the bar. Focus on attacking, PINTU FC was caught napping, as MDIS no 17 equalized after overrun Irvan Indra and beat Eugene to the far, top corner of the goal. 2-2.

When everyone was thinking an extra time, MDIS scored the third goal as Eugene was out of position to deny long range shot. PINTU FC tried to knock the door but MDIS stood still. Billy nearly equalize but his shot was agonizingly wide from the target.

PINTU FC exited from the competition and MDIS progressed to the semifinal. It was an amusing game as both teams showing great desire to playing great football and creating chances on both ends, but MDIS was more clinical in front of goal, capitalizing chances created to three vital goals. It was a hard defeat to swallow for PINTU FC, but definitely an invaluable lesson for them.

Olymppic 2014 Group Stage Review

PINTU FC came at top of the table in Olymppic 2014 Group D after beating NAFA 5-0 and NUS 4-0. The wins also seal the progression of the team to the quarterfinal.

PINTU FC vs NAFA 5-0
1-0 Andhita Dananjaya
2-0 Reinardus Channing
3-0 Andhita Dananjaya
4-0 Alvin Kennardi
5-0 Andhita Dananjaya

It was the first match of the group, as PINTU FC faces NAFA on a very hot noon in Premier Pitch Khalsa, pitch 2. PINTU FC pressed NAFA from the kick off and were able to open the scoreline on the first minute of the game, when Andhita Dananjaya slotted the ball to the net after scramble on NAFA's area. That goal made PINTU FC more confident in the game and they grew dominating the match. They were controlling the flow, spraying the ball around, and creating few chances. Andhita nearly doubled the lead but his shot from the right flank just wide from the target. 

PINTU FC finally scored another goal via Reinardus Channing. Andhita made a great run on the right flank and crossed the ball to Kennardi, but the keeper parried it just to see Channing smashed the loose ball to the goal, 2-0. That goal made NAFA defence a bit unorganized and PINTU FC took advantage by scoring two successive goals. Andhita Dananjaya scored his second goal of the match after receiving a nice through pass from the left side. Less than one minute, Alvin Kennardi added the fourth with his beautifully taken shot. The first half ended by four goals to nil.

Andhita unleashed a vicious strike

After the break, the game became more open. NAFA was not afraid to come out from their area to launch few attacks. Alvin Kennardi was forced to foul the oposition near the penalty area, getting a yellow card in the process, but the freekick is well-blocked by the wall. NAFA's number 89, Pandji, was the closest from NAFA to pull something from the game, as he got to the nice position to shot in the prime area, but Eugene denied it with his leg. He made another chance with his long distance shot, but again, Eugene punched the ball away to corner.

On the other end, PINTU FC created handful chances. Felix got a nice one on one chance but NAFA's keeper made a brilliant save to deny him. Billy got another chance as he dribbled past the keeper but he lost control of the ball but the ball went out for goal kick. Irvan Indra had good game as he ventured forward few times and got to few nice area, but the keeper was on par to denied him. Andhita Dananjaya was lively throughout the game, made numerous of dangerous runs and unleashed few dangerous shots, which unluckily went wide. However, nearing the end the match, he finally completed the hat-trick. He dribbled past the defender on the right hand side and struck it to the roof of the goal.The keeper had no chance to stop it.

Full time, 5-0 for PINTU FC, and they went to the top of the group, as NUS hadn'tplayed their game yet. 

PINTU FC vs NUS 4-0
1-0 Alvin Kennardi (pen)
2-0 Reinardus Channing
3-0 Alvin Kennardi
4-0 Billy Sebastian

It's a big match, as two arch rival, PINTU FC and NUS met again, but this time in the group stage. Nevertheless, that does not lower the tension of the match, as both teams aiming for the top of the group, even though both of the team has already secured the ticket to the next round. PINTU FC was on the top of the group, only leading through goal difference. NUS previosuly had beaten NAFA 2-0 in a hard fought game.

Both teams tried to find the balance and control of the game, but no team was able to stamp the authority, yet. PINTU FC got one excellent chance as Andhita drifted away from the defender and unleashed a wicked shot, only to see the ball wide fromthe target. NUS, on the other side, got a nice chance from a freekick, but it was tipped wide by Eugene. After an evenly 10 minutes, it was PINTU FC who got the chance to lead. NUS player unintentionally touched the ball with his hand, but it was justified that it was a clear penalty. Alvin Kennardi, who missed the penalty against NUS in the Liga PPIS 2013, was the one to take. This time he kept his nerve, and calmly sent the keeper to wrong way, 1-0. That was the only goal on the first half, as the ref blew the whistle few moments after that goal.

On the second half, NUS pressed hard to get the equalizer, but it was PINTU FC who scored the goal. Reinardus Channing was left open by NUS defender and he blasted the ball to the far corner of the goal. The keeper moved the right way, but he couldn't do anything to prevent it. It was a beautifully taken goal by Channing, pure class, as the ball "teleported" to the back of the net.

The famous freekick by Kennardi

That goal seemed to break NUS spirit, and PINTU FC looked more calm and organized, yet spirited in the game. Alvin Kennardi scored a memorable goal, and probably one of the best in his career for PINTU FC. Alvin was fouled by Apek of NUS in PINTU's own area, and the referee awarded a direct freekick. He expertly lobbed the ball past NUS keeper who was out of position. The ball hit the top crossbar before getting into the goal, 3-0. It was sheer brilliance by Kennardi and the crowd seems really enjoyed that goal.

The actions didn't stop there, for sure. Billy Sebastian delivered the final blow as he smashed the ball well to beat the keeper, after feinting past one defender, 4-0. NUS nearly grabbed a consolation goal as their number 18 dribbled past Irvan and tried to chip the ball past Eugene, only to see the crossbar denied him and went out for the kick-in.

NUS tried to break down PINTU FC's defence

The scoreline might be exaggerating, but it was clear PINTU deserved the win after such a solid display. This result ensured PINTU FC stayed on top, and they will face MDIS in the Quarter Final, which will be held next week, 16 March, on the same place.